189: Invaders from another dimension

The blood-red light traveled at a speed faster than lightning.

In just a few moments, Chen Nian had crossed hundreds of miles and returned to the Donghai City Psionic Bureau headquarters.

He first went to take a shower.

The warm stream of water washed over him, rinsing away the dust of the journey and the non-existent fatigue.

For him, the battle that had just occurred—one worthy of the history books—didn't even count as a warm-up.

Changing into a clean set of casual clothes, Chen Nian strolled toward the cafeteria.

At this time, there weren't many people in the cafeteria.

But when he appeared, the originally noisy cafeteria instantly fell silent.

All the Special Agents who were eating involuntarily stopped what they were doing, their eyes looking toward him with awe, as if welcoming a respected Senior.

Chen Nian had long since grown accustomed to this.

With a calm expression, he took a tray and filled it with high-calorie food.

Finding a quiet corner to sit down, he began to finish the meal like a whirlwind sweeping away clouds.

His movements weren't crude, but they were extremely fast and highly efficient.

Just as he finished the last bite, his personal terminal on the table vibrated gently.

The screen lit up, showing a message from Sun Li:

[Mr. Chen, have you returned? If it's convenient for you, I have some matters to report.]

Chen Nian picked up the terminal and sent a simple one-word reply:

[Mm.]

Immediately afterward, he stood up and left the cafeteria, walking toward his private office.

When he pushed open the office door, Sun Li was already waiting inside.

Upon seeing Chen Nian, he immediately stood up from behind the desk.

His face carried irrepressible excitement and a look of utmost respect.

“Mr. Chen, you're back. Thank you for your hard work!” Sun Li's tone was full of heartfelt admiration.

Chen Nian sat casually on the sofa and said indifferently, “What is it?”

Sun Li took a deep breath, trying to make his report sound clear and organized:

“Mr. Chen, first of all, I must thank you again!”

“Regarding the situation in Jiangyuan City, the preliminary report from the branch has already been sent back.”

“Once again, you resolved a crisis that could have spread into a massive disaster with thunderous momentum.”

“The massive threat to Jiangyuan City and even several surrounding cities has been eliminated, avoiding incalculable casualties and property loss.”

“The General Bureau has learned of this incident, and they no longer know how to express their gratitude and shock.”

He paused, observing Chen Nian's expression. Seeing that the other party remained calm, he continued:

“Deputy Director Long Zhenyue personally signed the commendation order, awarding you your third ‘Special Merit Medal’.”

“The bonus has already been transferred to your account—the amount is very considerable—and other rewards will be delivered later.”

“In addition, the Capital General Bureau has once again stated that if you have any material or technical needs, the Psionic Bureau will do its utmost to satisfy them.”

Hearing this, the corners of Chen Nian's mouth curled up slightly.

He truly didn't care about these empty titles.

However, the Psionic Bureau's attitude of 'doing things quickly and giving generous rewards' was very agreeable to him.

This saved him a lot of unnecessary trouble, allowing him to focus more on hunting Demonic Evils and increasing his strength.

“Mm, I see,” Chen Nian responded faintly, indicating his acknowledgment.

This made Sun Li breathe a sigh of relief; it seemed the General Bureau's efforts had not been in vain.

After reporting on the commendation, Sun Li was just about to ask if Chen Nian had any other instructions.

However, Chen Nian spoke up first.

“By the way, I encountered something different in the Black Mountain Forest Area this time,” Chen Nian said.

Sun Li's expression immediately turned solemn as he listened intently.

Chen Nian continued:

“The nest core I destroyed is called the ‘heart of the abyss’; it is an evil heart possessing the power of an evil god.”

“The ones controlling and nurturing it aren't local Demonic Evils, but invaders from another dimensional plane called the ‘Gloomy Abyss’.”

Chen Nian briefly and concisely told Sun Li about the Bone-Splitting Demon Lord, the Shadow Demon Lord, the Thousand-Faced Poison Venerable, and the 'Abyss Master' they served.

“Their goal is to erode and transform our world by planting these ‘hearts of the abyss,’ paving the way for the power or even the true body of the so-called ‘Abyss Master’ to descend.”

“Finally, I also cleaned up an elite squad they sent. The leader was called the Bone-Splitting Demon Lord, with strength roughly at the seventh Rank.”

Chen Nian's tone was as casual as if he were saying the weather was nice today.

But Sun Li broke out in a cold sweat as he listened, his face instantly becoming incredibly solemn and shocked!

“Gloomy Abyss? Inter-dimensional invasion? Heart of a Pseudo-God? Seventh-Rank Demonic Lord?”

Every word was like a heavy hammer, slamming hard against his heart!

He had originally thought the Black Mountain Forest Area was just a powerful local nest of Demonic Evils.

He hadn't expected that behind it all, such terrifying otherworldly forces and a shocking conspiracy were involved!

This had completely exceeded the scope of a conventional supernatural incident and had risen to the level of a planar war!

“Mr. Chen, the intelligence you provided... is too important!” Sun Li's voice was slightly out of tune due to shock.

“Please rest assured! I will immediately report this to the highest levels of the General Bureau using the highest encryption level!”

“The General Bureau will definitely initiate the most urgent investigation procedures immediately, using every possible means to fully investigate matters related to the ‘Gloomy Abyss’!”

“The priority of this matter will be the absolute highest!”

Sun Li immediately realized the severity of this matter; it concerned the safety of the entire world!

Chen Nian was satisfied with his reaction and nodded:

“Mm, go do it as quickly as possible. When there's news, just tell me the result.”

He only needed the result; he couldn't be bothered to participate in the process.

“Yes! I guarantee the task will be completed!” Sun Li straightened his back, his tone resolute.

With the matters handed over, Chen Nian didn't stay any longer and got up to leave the office.

Sun Li respectfully saw him out, then immediately returned to his computer, his fingers operating rapidly.

He began drafting that emergency report, which was destined to trigger an earthquake within the Spiritual Energy General Bureau.

Chen Nian returned to his dormitory and closed the door, shutting out all the noise and praise from the outside world.

The day's work was over, and the harvest was plentiful.

It was also time to take stock of the spoils and strengthen himself.

With a thought, the azure System panel quietly unfolded before his eyes.

[demon slaying and evil eradication system]

[host: Chen Nian]

[Realm: Spirit Condensation Realm (Level 70)]

[physique: Prison Suppressing Divine Body · Rank 6 (Level 72)]

[Skills: Mountain-Collapsing Fist (Level 23), Myriad Things Yuan Absorption Art (Level 1), Heart-Devouring Demon Silk (Level 3), Blood Fiend Incarnation (Level 1), Xuanzhen Qi Sha Formation (Level 1), Nether Shock (Level 3), Netherworld Body Protection (Level 1), Blood Pupil Domain (Level 2), Evil-Warding Heavenly Thunder (Level 10), Soul-Capturing Dragon Roar (Level 3), Abyssal Return to Silence (Level 6)]

[points: 876,559]

Looking at the number [876,559] in the points column, the corner of Chen Nian's mouth curled into a slight smile.

Over eight hundred thousand points.

Although it couldn't compare to the harvest from when he had wiped out the Evil God Cult's lair before.

It was still an extremely generous income.

It was enough for him to push his strength up another significant notch.

“Then, let's begin.”

Chen Nian sat cross-legged on the bed, his mind calm.

Tonight's strengthening was about to start.