What does it mean when a pet evolves incorrectly?

In the end, Lin Chen was unable to bring Songsong home immediately as he had hoped.

Uncle Wang's reasoning is very reasonable:

Firstly, he was not the tamer of the Tsukumi and had no right to make decisions for it.

Secondly, Songsong Dog is injured and is currently at its weakest and most insecure. Letting it go with Lin Chen now might frighten it or make it unwilling, which would be counterproductive.

Lin Chen decided to wait until Songsong Dog recovered from its injuries before trying to bring the little guy home.

It was afternoon when the three returned to the detention center.

The air after the rain was exceptionally crisp, and the sun shone brightly, washing away the gloom of the past few days.

The atmosphere inside the institute was unusually quiet.

Old Liu took Uncle Wang to give a statement. Lin Chen had just returned to his workstation when Uncle Li sent him a message asking him to come to the office.

Pushing open the door to enter the office, besides Li Haotian, there was another person in the room.

This was a young man who looked to be in his early twenties, wearing a well-tailored, high-quality dark gray casual suit without a tie, and a neatly pressed light blue shirt underneath.

He wore a pair of delicate gold-rimmed glasses on the bridge of his nose, and a comfortable smile played on his lips. His overall demeanor was refined and capable.

He was sitting on the guest sofa, with a steaming cup of tea beside him, seemingly talking quietly with Li Haotian.

Upon seeing Lin Chen enter, he stopped talking and turned his gaze to him. His gaze seemed to have some kind of invisible penetrating power, quickly looking Lin Chen up and down, but his eyes remained gentle and did not make him feel offended.

"Ah Chen, you're here."

Li Haotian nodded to him, signaling him to close the door, and then introduced, "This is Officer Zeng from the Special Defense Bureau."

Special Defense Bureau?

Upon hearing this name, Lin Chen was slightly taken aback.

The Special Disaster Prevention and Control Bureau is a department specifically responsible for handling various incidents that fall outside the scope of regular public security and have special characteristics or are highly dangerous.

Lin Chen had once heard his father mention that the minimum requirement to become a formal member of the Special Defense Bureau was to be a senior beast tamer.

Lin Jianjun, a formal employee of the Criminal Investigation Bureau, has only been a mid-level Beast Tamer for decades.

Yes, there is a slight difference.

Zeng Chuan smiled slightly, stood up and extended his hand to Lin Chen, his voice gentle: "Hello, Lin Chen, I am Zeng Chuan."

"Hello, Officer Zeng." Lin Chen suppressed his inner turmoil and responded politely.

"Please sit down."

Zeng Chuan gestured for Lin Chen to sit down on the sofa opposite him, then sat down himself, relaxed but with focused eyes: "Lin Chen, the reason I invited you here is to get a detailed understanding of the whole incident."

"The more detailed the better. Don't omit any details that you find suspicious or unusual, including your observations, judgments, and... your pet's reactions."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen's thoughts surged.

Clearly, as a department specializing in handling various special events, the Dark Race's bizarre behavior has attracted their serious attention.

Perhaps they know more intelligence and related information.

Lin Chen composed himself and recounted the entire incident in a clear and organized manner.

Throughout the narration, Zeng Chuan listened attentively, occasionally interjecting to ask about a detail or two:

"Did your emotions fluctuate during the battle?"

"During the battle, did the Flameclaw Beast show any particular aversion or discomfort?"

About half an hour later, Lin Chen finished his story.

Zeng Chuan pondered for a moment, picked up the slightly cooled tea, took a sip, then put down the cup with an approving look on his face: "A very clear description, and the observation is also very keen."

"Lin Chen, as a newcomer who has just graduated from high school and has only recently become a Beast Tamer, your performance in this incident was outstanding."

He stood up, took two documents from his briefcase, and handed them to Lin Chen and Li Haotian respectively:

"This is a confidentiality agreement regarding this incident, which requires the signatures of both parties due to the nature of the incident. The agreement mainly stipulates that the details of the entire incident and the situation of our department's investigation shall be kept confidential and shall not be disclosed to irrelevant personnel."

Lin Chen quickly glanced through the agreement and signed his name.

Zeng Chuan put away the agreement, carefully checked it, and then put it away.

He looked at Lin Chen again, his eyes behind his gold-rimmed glasses smiling: "Lin Chen, you might consider applying to our department after you graduate from university. We really need fresh blood like you who have strong mental fortitude, keen observation skills, and great potential."

After a brief pause, he added with a smile, "By the way, we belong to a newly established department within the Special Defense Bureau, the Rift Investigation Department."

Lin Chen's heart stirred slightly, and he politely replied, "Thank you for your recognition, Officer Zeng. I will seriously consider it."

"Um."

Zeng Chuan said no more and turned to Li Haotian: "Director Li, I have a basic grasp of the situation here. My colleagues will continue to follow up on the subsequent on-site investigation and sample analysis."

"We need to take the carcass of the Gale Sable away for further testing. We appreciate your cooperation. If we discover anything, please keep us informed through encrypted channels."

"Don't worry, Officer Zeng, we will cooperate fully," Li Haotian said solemnly.

"Alright, then I won't bother you any longer." Zeng Chuan shook hands with the two again, said goodbye, and left.

The office door closed again, leaving only Lin Chen and Li Haotian in the room.

Lin Chen looked at Li Haotian, his eyes filled with questions.

Li Haotian sat back in his chair, his fingers unconsciously tapping lightly on the smooth tabletop. His brows furrowed slightly, and he slowly spoke:

"This matter is highly confidential, and my knowledge of it is limited."

"I've never heard of the rift investigation department he just mentioned before, but it's a high-ranking department. The higher-ups specifically instructed us to cooperate unconditionally."

Crack Investigation Department?

Lin Chen's eyes flickered slightly as he secretly memorized the name.

"As for you."

Li Haotian changed the subject, a smile appearing on his face: "This was indeed a great job. The handling was timely, the judgment was accurate, and the threat was decisively eliminated, protecting the safety of the people and preventing the situation from escalating."

After a slight pause, Li Haotian carefully chose his words and lowered his voice:

"In the past, this kind of situation would at most result in a verbal commendation. However, it seems that the higher-ups are paying close attention to this matter, and with the involvement of the Special Defense Bureau, I estimate that you should be able to receive a substantial reward."

"For example, the annual commendation issued by the Municipal Bureau three weeks later."

Lin Chen raised his eyelids, his heart filled with astonishment.

Is that the award that Father mentioned?

If I really win, wouldn't I have to go on stage with my father and receive the award together?

Lin Chen suddenly became very curious about his father's reaction.

And if he remembers correctly, the award also includes a bonus of ten thousand!

"Of course, this matter is not confirmed yet; it's just my personal speculation. Don't rush to tell anyone; let's wait until things are settled before making a decision."

Li Haotian's voice rang out at the right moment, forcibly pulling Lin Chen back to his senses.

Lin Chen nodded: "Okay, Uncle Li."