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Chapter 23 is simply the chosen one.

May 20, 2029 (Extraordinary Calendar)

On this day, a terrorist attack occurred in Zhongzhou City, shocking the world—

Since the end of the Second Extraordinary War and the establishment of the Extraordinary Council, order and peace have been restored to the world.

Even if there are occasional incidents of superhuman thugs causing trouble or superhuman out-of-control events, they are usually individual acts.

This time it was completely different.

A group of extraordinary thugs calling themselves the "Arc Light Organization" launched a planned terrorist attack in Zhongzhou City.

An S-grade [Extraordinary Item] placed in Zhongzhou City was stolen by the Arc Light Organization.

Top-tier A-level superhuman, Mayor Chi Zhenshan of Zhongzhou City, was besieged by multiple A-level superhumans and was critically injured and on the verge of death. The number of other casualties was countless.

In addition, Zhongzhou No. 1 High School was also attacked, with hundreds of casualties. Zhong Honglian, the "Blazing Red Lotus," was also held back by the superhuman thugs and was unable to provide timely support, which allowed the Arc Light Organization to successfully evacuate.

This organized act of terrorism clearly touched a nerve with Parliament.

The Extraordinary Council was furious and mobilized its forces to apprehend the murderer.

however……

Even with the intervention of an S-rank [Prophet], the Arc Light Organization's true nature could not be uncovered.

Clearly, they used some means to shield the prophet's precognitive abilities in advance.

Parliament's prestige suffered a severe blow, and for a time, it was in a precarious state.

Online, on the streets, in restaurants—everywhere is a speculative tale about the origins of the arc light organization.

"It's not that mysterious." Bai He scoffed. "Are A-level superhumans like cabbages, that they'll just sprout out of the ground on their own?"

"If you really want to investigate, just interrogate all the A-level superhumans in the world, and you can easily find the murderer."

Jiang He's eyes widened: "You mean, the leader of the Arc Light Organization is actually a big shot from various places?"

"A big shot?" Bai He scoffed. "Do you really think that a prophet's predictions are so easy to ignore?"

"He is the one who successfully predicted the end of the world."

"..."

This statement might be more convincing if you're not the one who destroys the world.

Jiang He was speechless for a moment.

Bai He's words are too similar to those conspiracy theories circulating online, aren't they?

However, if what he said is true.

The prophet is not unaware, but simply chooses not to speak.

This means that behind the Arc Light Organization is definitely an S-class powerhouse!
Therefore, the so-called Arc Light Organization attack was actually a game between top experts?
Jiang He couldn't help but ask, "Do you know who they are?"

"Of course I know," Bai He glanced at him sideways, "but I won't tell you."

Jiang He: "...Why?"

Bai He rolled his eyes: "You have too many flaws."

"So you'll tell me who it is, then have me wear 'I know everything' written on my face and go get myself killed?"

Jiang He: "..."

That really hurts, Lao Bai.

It is now 3:24 PM on May 20th.

Half a day has passed since the Arc Light organization's attack.

The injured teachers and students have received medical treatment; those with serious injuries have been transferred to the hospital, while those with minor injuries have fully recovered.

With such an incident at the school, leaving ruins everywhere, it's clearly impossible to continue classes.

Therefore, Zhongzhou No.1 High School has temporarily suspended classes, and the specific resumption time will be announced separately. Students went home, and only some students and teachers stayed behind.

Jiang He was specifically chosen to stay at the school.

the reason is simple--

After returning to the school, Principal Zhong Honglian immediately sought out Jiang He for a private inquiry.

The question is simple: "Who is the mysterious person?"

Faced with Zhong Honglian's questions, Jiang He repeatedly emphasized, "I don't know, I don't know, I'm not clear."

But his expression completely betrayed him, practically screaming "I know that person."

This confirmed Zhong Honglian's connection with the other person. However, Zhong Honglian did not pursue the matter further.

She asked Jiang He to convey her gratitude to the mysterious person and said that if the mysterious person had any needs, they could contact her, and she provided her private contact information.

He then hurriedly left the school.

At this moment, Jiang He recalled the scene when Zhong Honglian questioned him, and he was still in shock.

"If you hadn't appeared so casually and used your power of words so recklessly, would Principal Zhong have suspected me?"

"This is terrible, I hope they won't find out..."

"What did she discover? That she knows you can summon your future self? That she's read the script?"

The white crane chuckled and shook its head.

“In Principal Zhong’s eyes, I am just a mysterious person who appears beside you.”

"At most, she'll suspect my identity, but she won't suspect you—"

"Judging from her reaction, she probably thinks of me as another Word Power Talent from the 90s... After all, I am an S-class talent, so faking my death is quite normal."

"She doesn't know my purpose. Her communication with you is mainly to let me know that she already knows about my existence."

"Well, in her eyes, I'm probably an A-level superhuman too."

The white crane paused for a moment, then spoke again.

"This will only benefit you, and not harm you."

"After all, in Zhong Honglian's opinion, you are now a rare S-level talent, and you also have a top teacher with the same talent protecting you, so your potential is limitless."

"Once she understands this, she will only value you more."

Jiang He nodded repeatedly.

Based on this analysis, he not only awakened a top-tier talent, but also came with a "deceased" old man...

There's absolutely no problem with cosplaying as a novel's protagonist.

He's practically a chosen one!
"Someone's coming. Be careful, and don't wear your heart on your sleeve all the time."

As Bai He finished speaking, he turned and left the room.

Jiang He was initially puzzled. Wasn't the white crane supposed to be invisible? Why was it hiding?
He didn't realize what was happening until the person who knocked entered the room.

“Jiang He.” A few strands of hair stuck to Du Lingwei’s face, making her look tired, but her eyes remained bright.

Jiang He's heart raced when he saw her, and he instinctively stood up: "Here!"

He snapped out of his daze, realizing he had been somewhat flustered, his face flushed, and nervously explained, "I was just thinking about something... Du, Du, is something wrong?"

After saying that, Jiang He wished he could slap himself.

What the heck is "Dudu"? This is so embarrassing!

It's all Bai He's fault. He said Du Lingwei was his future wife, which made him nervous whenever he saw her...

Du Lingwei didn't pay attention; she too was lost in thought.

She still remembered the white-haired mystery man who had helped her earlier, who gave her a strange sense of familiarity.

She originally thought that this sense of familiarity came from Jiang He, who also used the [Word Spirit] talent.

However, she doesn't feel that way when she sees Jiang He now.

That's right, she's only met Jiang He once, so how could she be "familiar" with him?
In comparison.

She seemed to sense it...

Yourself?

No, this is getting more and more outrageous.

Putting aside these chaotic thoughts, Du Lingwei said, "Jiang He, Teacher Zhong asked me to help you condense the fire seed and upgrade your profession."

"Schools are currently closed, and the reopening date is uncertain..."

"I understand," Jiang He said immediately. "It's okay, we'll talk about it when school starts!"

"That's not what I meant," Du Lingwei shook her head and explained.

“During the school closure, I will work part-time at the Central State Fire Department, and you can train with me.”

"Although the training facilities there are not as good as those in schools, they are better than many civilian facilities."

Training with Du Lingwei?
Jiang He nodded decisively: "No problem!"

(End of this chapter)