A Top Scholar in Everything

The axe almost grazed Baiyu's cheek as it went by.

If it had been a little more off.

Baiyu might have had his head exploded by this axe.

Of course.

There was no Blood Qi infused in the axe.

With this level of force, even if it hit, it wouldn't break Baiyu's skin, at most leaving a shallow white mark.

But this axe was clearly intended to intimidate Baiyu.

The symbolic meaning was greater than the actual impact.

The expression on Jie Ding's face turned instantly grim.

The members of the Inspection Department were always unruly, and only the old minister of the Inspection Department could suppress them.

For a new arrival in a supervisory role.

Especially when the newcomer was connected , a rookie here to boost their resume, it was absolutely impossible to make these rebellious members submit.

"These bastards, they simply disregard the discipline of the Veterans Mutual Aid Association."

Jie Ding's face showed anger.

But more than that, there was helplessness.

He was the minister of the Logistics Department, and had little control over the Inspection Department.

The two departments had little association.

He didn't have many options.

"It's nothing, I've encountered far worse situations." Baiyu laughed carelessly and pushed open the wooden door that had been half-chopped down.

At the entrance of the Inspection Department, there was an exceptionally large drill ground.

A few scattered members were training on the field; the axe was thrown by a muscular man, two meters tall.

The man approached with a slight smile on his face, "Sorry, I was just training and there was a bit of a mishap.

Are you our new deputy minister?"

Though he apologized verbally.

There was no intention of sincerity on his part.

Baiyu looked at him.

He had reviewed the member profiles of the Inspection Department before coming.

This strongman's name was Hu Yue, a student from Haiqing Martial Arts University.

Strength.

Close to the Peak of a Tier Seven Martial Artist.

"Yes, I am the new deputy minister, Baiyu."

Baiyu extended his hand.

Hu Yue's smile grew even brighter, "Judging by how the minister looks, you must have just come from the Imperial Capital. The environment here is different from there, I hope you adapt well."

They shook hands.

Baiyu only felt a massive force coming from his palm.

Damn.

The same old routine, huh?

Baiyu had encountered numerous intimidation ploys like this before and didn't expect to face one himself now.

Of course.

He had no interest in competing for strength with Hu Yue.

The physical strength the other party applied to Baiyu's hand was completely painless and had no impact at all.

His body, having gone through Three Forgings and Three Quenchings, had a defense so robust even bullets couldn't penetrate.

So Baiyu didn't use any force.

However.

He suddenly noticed Hu Yue's expression looking a bit off.

And the grip on his hand was weakening continuously.

Could he actually gauge the situation well?

Just when Baiyu had this thought, he noticed that Hu Yue's face looked even worse.

All his facial muscles were twitching, and his grip felt limp, as if his Essence, Qi, and Spirit had suddenly been drained.

What's going on?

Baiyu looked at him in confusion and asked, "Are you okay?"

The commotion drew the attention of the entire field.

Everyone gathered around.

In fact, the Inspection Department members knew about Hu Yue's resentment toward the new deputy minister.

Because without him, the deputy minister position could have potentially gone to Hu Yue.

In that case.

After graduating from Haiqing Martial Arts University, he could enter the Veterans Mutual Aid Association's upper echelons directly and become core personnel.

Of course.

His abilities were outstanding, having resolved several mutation incidents already.

But now, with a new deputy minister parachuting in, it directly affected Hu Yue's interests.

To the other members, too.

They would obviously prefer having a familiar face in the deputy minister position.

Who knew what issues this newcomer might have?

So.

From the start, the members of the Inspection Department had agreed to let Hu Yue give him a scare, hoping to drive him to retreat.

But.

The intimidation seemed to have gone awry.

Everyone gathered around.

And at this moment.

Hu Yue's face was completely bloodless.

From his perspective, the whole world seemed gray.

A terrifying force kept surging from Baiyu's hand, chilling whispers echoing incessantly in his ears.

The strange force swirled around Hu Yue.

He could only feel his Pollution Level rising continuously, even to the point where his skin was beginning to show signs of mutation.

At that moment.

Baiyu's question suddenly broke through.

The unnameable terrifying force receded like the tide, and the unbearable psychic pressure abruptly lessened.

Returning to his senses.

Hu Yue immediately released his grip, looking at Baiyu with eyes as if seeing a monster.

The others witnessing the scene were equally shocked in their hearts.

They knew Hu Yue's strength.

While not the strongest in the Inspection Department, he was still formidable and quite young.

Arrogant and proud.

He seldom admitted defeat.

Never had he been so intimidated until now.

"Are you okay?"

Seeing him looking soulless, Baiyu asked with concern once more.

Young people.

Sometimes quick to anger, which is quite normal.

Since they would be working in the Inspection Department together, Baiyu didn't wish to sour their relationship too much as long as it wasn't excessive.

However.

The other party's condition appeared poor, not like someone unscathed.

"No... I'm fine."

Hu Yue, horrified, stared at Baiyu, instinctively retreating two steps, shaking his head continuously.

"That's good, let's pause today's training, and gather everyone in the Inspection Department hall. Since we'll be colleagues, I should get to know you first."

Baiyu said with a smile.

"Sure, I'll notify them right away."

Hu Yue dared not resist at all.

At this moment, in his view, Baiyu was entirely the incarnation of some Evil God.

Just interacting with him made his Pollution Level soar; what, if not a monster?

Hu Yue made a quick escape.

Jie Ding was completely bewildered by the entire situation.

Just by shaking hands, Hu Yue conceded?

This was a notorious troublemaker.

Even losing an under-the-table contest shouldn't lead to this.

Unable to comprehend.

Jie Ding suppressed his doubts and whispered, "Mr. Bai seems quite experienced in handling situations like this, truly worthy of being the Third Prince's advisor."

"Haha, you're too kind, Minister Jie."

Baiyu chuckled.

He also didn't understand why Hu Yue's attitude changed so quickly, maybe Hu Yue wasn't really bad at heart?

Soon.

Baiyu and Jie Ding arrived at the main hall door of the Inspection Department.

The style of decor throughout the Inspection Department was very retro.

Clearly.

The minister of the Inspection Department favored this atmosphere.

Baiyu arrived at the main hall and after waiting a while, a total of seven people came in.

These were all the current members of the Inspection Department present.

Including Hu Yue.

A total of five men and two women.

Among them, two men appeared older, around forty years old, while the others were quite young.

Overall tally.

The Inspection Department's strength wasn't very high, suitable for handling only some routine disputes.