Simultaneous travel: I am a talented person in all the worlds

Chapter 537 The Light and Shadow Society and the Hunters

The area where the supplies distribution room is located is the busiest and noisiest part of the lower level of the lighthouse.

At this moment, a complex and oppressive atmosphere permeates the place.

There was the relief of surviving a disaster, and the sorrow of losing companions.

"Hey, have you heard? This time, the Hunter team lost more than thirty people, the most devastating casualties in more than a decade."

"But aren't the collected supplies the most? I heard that the energy blocks alone are enough to keep the lighthouse flying for another year."

"A year... how many good young men can be trained to fight in a year? Besides, the old instructors are leaving in a few days... the future of the Lighthouse, sigh..."

"Heh, no matter how much supplies are collected, they'll be prioritized for those upper-class gentlemen. What does it have to do with us commoners..."

"Shh! Keep your voice down! Don't risk your life! Look over there, it's Lord Adam and his priest!"

A commotion broke out in the crowd, and the whispers abruptly ceased.

All eyes turned in awe to the group of people who were slowly walking towards them from not far away.

Linglong Moyu was still wearing an immaculate white coat. He held a data terminal in his hands, intently reading the action report about the hunting operation that had just been transmitted, seemingly indifferent to everything around him.

Behind him, on his left and right, followed two priests in crimson robes and hoods, like two silent statues, separating him from the noisy surroundings.

The priest to the left rear was exceptionally burly, his muscles bulging his robes, and the emblem of the Order of Light and Shadow was tattooed on the exposed half of his face.

Hearing the mortals' chatter, he stepped forward and said respectfully, "Lord Adam, let me go and teach these ungrateful mortals a lesson!"

Linglong Moyu's gaze remained fixed on the terminal screen as she asked without turning her head, "Which article of the Lighthouse Law did they violate? According to the canon, what level of punishment should be imposed?"

The burly man paused upon hearing this, and subconsciously looked to his right at the young female priestess who was walking with him, seeking help.

His mind was filled with muscles and fanaticism for the Lord of Light and Shadow; he couldn't possibly remember the scriptures that were thicker than bricks.

However, the slender girl completely ignored him.

It wasn't that the words of these mortals didn't actually violate religious law, but rather that she knew Lord Adam had no intention of punishing them at this moment.

As they approached the supplies distribution room, a noisy argument could be faintly heard penetrating the heavy metal door.

Interspersed among these sounds were the crisp cracking of a pointer striking flesh and suppressed wails.

Linglong Moyu paused slightly. He slowly raised his head, shifting his gaze from the terminal to the open, massive warehouse door.

The atmosphere inside the spacious warehouse was tense and confrontational.

Dressed in a mecha-style uniform, the alluring Lightbringer Vatican is leading a menacing law enforcement team in a fierce standoff with the Hunter squad that has just returned from the surface.

Between the two groups, a young man from the dusty world was curled up on the ground, his body covered with crisscrossing whip marks.

The hunters had just returned from the wilderness teeming with Devouring Beasts, and each of them carried the lingering bloodlust and murderous aura, making them at their most volatile.

They watched helplessly as the logistics staff were mercilessly whipped by members of the Light and Shadow Society. The two sides, who already harbored deep resentment and disliked each other, were instantly ignited.

One of the team members, who had a fiery temper, had already gotten into a physical altercation with the law enforcement team.

Fortunately, Captain Mark intervened in time, using his imposing physique to separate the two sides, preventing the situation from escalating further.

Even so, the smell of gunpowder in the air was still extremely strong.

Seeing that the hunters were being suppressed by Mark and had no intention of using force, a man wearing a red priest's robe and with a lewd face laughed in a sarcastic tone:

"Hey, fellow hunter heroes, why are you all so angry?"

"Don't forget, everyone, the reason you were able to return safely and bring back such abundant supplies is all thanks to the protection of the Lord of Light and Shadow!"

"This is all thanks to our leader's prayers day and night!"

Mo Cheng, the hunter who had previously made a move, instantly felt his anger rise again, clenching his fists as if he wanted to slap that disgusting face to pieces.

But his wrist was firmly gripped by Mark.

“Calm down, Mo Cheng!” Mark gave him a warning look.

Linglong Moyu took in all of this.

He walked unhurriedly, accompanied by two priests behind him, into the heart of the storm.

His appearance seemed to possess a strange, magical power.

The tense and noisy scene instantly fell silent.

Whether they were furious hunters or arrogant members of the Light and Shadow Society, they all subconsciously turned their gazes to the man who was walking slowly towards them, known as the "Walking Law".

Linglong Moyu first glanced at the Dust People boy on the ground, then her gaze fell on the face of the Lightbringer Fanti, which was covered by a metal mask.

As another powerful figure within the Light and Shadow Society, he knew very well that, according to today's patrol route, the enforcement team led by the Lightbringer should not be in the supplies distribution room at this time.

This is clearly someone deliberately trying to cause trouble.

The hunters brought back far more supplies than expected, a great achievement that will surely boost their prestige once again.

Vatican City intended to use this method of suppression to warn and remind these unruly hunters—

No matter how great your achievements, on this lighthouse, the supreme authority of light and shadow will forever remain unshakable.

'The idea is good, but the execution is very rough.'

Linglong Moyu shook his head inwardly.

He led his people to the center of the venue.

He first glanced at the whip marks on Dustman 4068's body, then turned his head to look at the priest who was holding a short whip and wearing a metal mask.

"Lord Adam..."

The priest felt a tremor in his heart as he looked at him with indifferent eyes, and unconsciously lowered his head.

Linglong Moyu calmly asked, "What crime has this commoner committed?"

"As a commoner, you have touched a weapon intended for the common people without permission." Before Priest Nalu could answer, the cold voice of Vatican, the Lightbringer, rang out.

Linglong Moyu asked again, "According to the law, what kind of punishment should he receive?"

Before the Lightbringer could speak again, the young female priestess behind him spoke first:
"The Lighthouse Law clearly stipulates that: Commoners shall not, in any form, actively touch civilian weapons. Violators shall be publicly punished with twelve lashes."

Linglong Moyu stared at the priest holding a short whip and slowly asked:
"How many lashes did you receive?"

"...I lashed him one more time."

The priest swallowed hard, gritted his teeth, raised the short whip in his hand, and lashed himself twice!
"Crack! Crack!"

Two muffled thuds sounded, and blood seeped out from under the red priest's robe.

Everyone present felt a jolt in their hearts.

The hunters who had surrounded them all took a half step back.

Linglong Moyu then withdrew his gaze, his voice calm: "Remember this from now on, punish according to the law."

"As a law priest, you enforce the law on behalf of the Lord of Light and Shadow, not on behalf of your personal emotions and will!"

"Knowing the law and breaking the law will result in an additional penalty!"

The priest kept his head down, not daring to breathe.

The eyes beneath the mask of the Lightbringer's Vatican Detector narrowed slightly.

She knew that Mo Yu was saying this to her. However, she dared not argue.

Because she had suffered losses in this regard more than once.

Initially, both had law enforcement powers, but the reason why Mo Yu was able to gradually rise in status within the Light and Shadow Society and eventually surpass her was because she had repeatedly stumbled on Mo Yu's "ice-cold face" when it came to their understanding and interpretation of the "Lighthouse Law".

She was as cold as a machine, but Mo Yu was even more ruthless than her!

The laws she enforces are based on the head of the council, Charles.

However, Mo Yu's system is entirely based on the legal code.

On the issue of "procedural justice," she has no chance of winning.

After you've finished dealing with this part...

Linglong Moyu looked down at the terminal in her hand again, operating it as she walked over to Mark:
“Captain Mark, according to the initial report, the Hunters suffered extremely heavy losses in this mission. I need you to give me a detailed briefing on the mission’s details.”

"What?! You want to take the captain away? What right do you have to interrogate him?!"

Before Mark could even speak, Mo Cheng, who was standing to the side, immediately became agitated.

"Crash-"

The hunters, who had just calmed down, gripped their weapons tightly, stepped forward, and stood beside Mark.

Upon seeing this, the corners of the Lightbringer Vatican's mouth lifted almost imperceptibly.

She drew the pistol from her thigh holster and stood behind Mo Yu.

Behind her, the members of the Light and Shadow Society also drew their weapons and pointed them at the Hunter of the Wasteland.

The reason why Linglong Moyu has achieved his current status in the Light and Shadow Society and gained everyone's recognition is because he has always kept his position in the right place.

At least that's how it appears to others.

His indifferent gaze swept over the angry faces of the hunters, finally settling on Mo Cheng beside Mark:
"My wording should be fine. I said one-on-one, a brief description of the task, not... an interrogation."

He turned his gaze to Mark, his tone still calm: "Captain Mark, do you think that given the enormous casualties in this mission, the higher-ups at the Lighthouse shouldn't handle this matter with caution?"

Mark lowered his head and let out a heavy sigh:

"……should."

He turned around and looked at the excited group of hunters behind him: "Disperse, put your weapons away. It is my duty, both morally and logically, to give a more detailed account of this mission.

"But, Captain..."

Mo Cheng frowned.

The Light and Shadow Society and the Wilderness Hunters have never gotten along!

Ran Bing glanced at the expressionless Mo Yu and whispered her advice:
"Mo Cheng, calm down. Although this ice-faced guy is unapproachable, everyone knows his character. He only follows the law and won't do anything to harm the captain outside of procedure."

With Mark and Ran Bing's combined efforts to appease them, the hunters, though still indignant, eventually laid down their weapons and dispersed.

Linglong Moyu turned and left without expression.

The two priests who came with him flanked Mark from the left and right.

This wouldn't have been a big deal.

But then, the Lightbringer Vatican, along with her entourage, followed behind at a leisurely pace.

From a distance, Mark looked as if he had been arrested on the spot by Mo Yu, except that he wasn't handcuffed.

"clang!"

Mo Cheng angrily slammed his fist heavily onto a supply box next to him.

The other hunters also had bloodshot eyes filled with rage.

They fought tooth and nail on the ground, shedding blood and tears, and with the lives of their comrades, they finally managed to bring back enough resources to keep the entire lighthouse running for a year.

But the result?

The members of the Light and Shadow Society not only beat up their people in front of them.

Now, they've even taken away their most respected captain like a prisoner!

Who can bear this? !
However, Mark, the person involved, remained quite calm.

Even though he was treated like a prisoner, and under the watchful eyes of countless residents of the lighthouse, he walked through most of the residential area, his face showed no trace of anger or humiliation.

Linglong Moyu led him into a small conference room belonging to the Light and Shadow Society.

The two priests behind him stood outside the door, acting as doormen.

Mark walked in without flinching.

Linglong Moyu did not immediately follow inside, but turned around to look at the He Guangzhe Fanti who had followed:
"You completely deviated from the planned patrol route today and caused unnecessary conflict in a public area. Have you thought about how you will explain this and accept the appropriate punishment?"

"According to regulations, I have the right to temporarily change the patrol route based on the actual situation."

The Lightbringer Vatican was not fooled at all.

He was also quite pleased with his actions in forcibly taking Mark away from the hunters. A faint smile, unusually, appeared on his usually icy face.

“However, according to the law, any temporary change of route must be reported in a timely manner. I have not received any reporting application from you.” Linglong Moyu stared at her coldly.

The Lightbringer Vatican slowly walked up to him, their noses almost touching.

But in the sophisticated monitoring device beneath her mask, Linglong Moyu's heartbeat, breathing, and even the frequency of her eyelid blinking remained unchanged.

“I reported to the head of the association,” she said slowly.

Linglong Moyu's expression remained unchanged: "Okay. I will check your reporting records later."

"welcome any time."

The Lightbringer, Vatican, turned around, leaving him with a seductive silhouette, her voice tinged with the languor of a victor: "Before you come to investigate, I'll personally prepare a perfect report and send it to you. Lord Adam~"

Linglong Moyu stared indifferently at her departing figure, his eyes deep and unwavering.

The higher you climb the ladder of power, the more each person is assigned a specific position.

No matter how much or how perfectly he does it, reaching his current position is already the limit.

Charles's position as head of the Light and Shadow Society is unshakeable, no matter what.

It's not because of some fictitious Lord of Light and Shadow.

Rather, it's because Charles's father is Morgan, the lord of Beacon City...

Even though the most important rule in the Lighthouse Law is to completely abandon the family blood ties of the old world and make everyone an individual.

But everyone knows about the relationship between Charles, the leader of the Light and Shadow Society, and his father, the city lord.

The key to getting to Charles lies not in Charles himself, but in his father, the Lord of the City, who holds the highest power in the Lighthouse!

Linglong Moyu turned around and walked into the conference room.

The heavy metal door was closed, isolating it from the outside world.

(End of this chapter)