Chapter 265: When Gossip Comes Back to Bite You
As expected, there is always a higher mountain. Ye Bai had a look like he just ate crap.
The teacher indeed fed him poisoned chicken soup just now.
Zhang Lingxue thought about the most unfortunate events of her life, only then could she calm her upward-curving lips.
When she first apprenticed herself to Su Qingxian, she was fed the poisoned chicken soup in the same way.
She was disgusted by this kind of rubbish for a long time, which trained her to have such strong patience, so Ye Bai would definitely understand her.
Ye Bai made his choice and selected the research plan for the Strong Ant.
Upon seeing the yellowed project proposal, the smile on Zhang Lingxue's face faded.
When did she place this project proposal here?
"Ye Bai, this was your second master's research before she passed. She was my most respected senior sister."
"Since childhood, the master was very busy and strict, only my senior sister was always there to comfort and encourage me."
"But due to an accident, my senior sister left me forever."
Two tears uncontrollably rolled down her cheeks, dripping onto the ground.
"I'm sorry, I lost my composure, but I really couldn't hold back."
"My senior sister, her talent was also unforgettable."
"She once told me with a smile that she wanted to read all the truths of this world and become the only God of Knowledge in this world."
"It's a pity that her wish could never be fulfilled."
Listening to the teacher's sorrow, Ye Bai felt a bit speechless.
It seemed that the teacher had been kept in the dark about the second master's affairs all along.
The second master, in her quest for knowledge, resolutely joined the Evangelical Association, becoming the leader of the God's Party within it. Even the Three Sages of Sun, Moon, and Star were clones split from the second master.
Sun represents all the significant and minor happenings in the world, Moon represents uncovering all hidden matters, and Star represents the natural order born naturally.
And the appearances of the Three Sages of Sun, Moon, and Star can change at any time, currently only Zhang Jian, Zhang Dashan, and a few others know the identities of the Three Sages of Sun, Moon, and Star.
After all, the fewer people know a secret, the better.
"Oh right, Ye Bai, I've applied for a laboratory for you, and it's brand new."
"It's right next to my laboratory."
"Although you are currently just a student at Imperial University, in my eyes, you've already reached the level of a third-year graduate student."
"When your master formally becomes the deputy director of the Imperial Capital Research Institute, I'll suggest to your master to directly conduct an assessment, so you can graduate as soon as possible."
"This research on the Strong Ant is of significant importance. Unfortunately, my senior sister only got halfway through and then passed away."
"Her laboratory experienced a massive explosion, all research data was lost, I only kept the project proposal to signify my longing for her."
Zhang Lingxue sighed heavily, her heart feeling weighed down.
"Alright, Teacher, don't be sad anymore."
"I will definitely pursue this research earnestly."
The Strong Ant is a fairly common ant.
Each one is two meters long, their bodies covered with muscles, they are the best transporters, but their endurance is very poor.
And the second master's idea was to double the strength of the Strong Ant, to filter out the good qualities of the Strong Ant.
After all, the Strong Ant is a very gentle Exotic Beast.
So the second master thought of a way to evolve the Strong Ant.
Ye Bai didn't clearly know what stage the master's research reached.
"Oh right, Ye Bai, here is your Identity Card."
"Your points are also inside, with this card, you can move freely in most places on campus."
"Your master just approved the Strong Ant project."
"You can go to the school logistics department and collect the Strong Ant Pet Beast Egg."
"The Strong Ant is an oviparous creature, the incubation speed is very fast, maturing from larva to adult in just a week."
"Imperial University is filled with electronic maps. You only need to get close to the nearest electronic map and indicate the place you want to go, and the electronic map will display the route."
"By the way, Director Liang at the logistics department failed in competing for the deputy director position with your master teacher."
"He's disappointed right now, don't provoke him unnecessarily."
Zhang Lingxue finally reminded.
Ye Bai glanced at the map just once and memorized it.
He navigated to the logistics department with ease, while also drafting a list of materials needed for research.
Ye Bai came to the logistics department for the first time, mainly to gain access.
Once access is granted, he can place orders in the lab in the future and enjoy the joy of rapid delivery.
"Sorry, classmate, the things you want to collect have all been taken."
"Especially the Strong Ant Pet Beast Eggs, they've been in short supply recently."
"It seems something went wrong at the Western Research Institute, causing supply chain issues."
"As for other materials, it's really unfortunate. A research competition was held a few days ago, and it emptied our inventory of materials."
"You'll have to wait for the materials to arrive, which will probably take more than a month."
"If you can wait, I can place an order for you."
Ye Bai shook his head directly: "No need, without the Strong Ant Pet Beast Eggs, those raw materials are not enough."
"If, and I mean if."
"If I go to the Pet Beast Market in the Imperial Capital and happen to find someone selling a Strong Ant Pet Beast Egg, what should I do?"
"Can the school reimburse it?"
Ye Bai asked the young lady at the logistics department.
"Yes, you need to provide an invoice, if there's no invoice, a receipt will do, and the invoice and receipt must indicate it's for the Strong Ant Pet Beast Egg."
"After purchasing the Strong Ant, you need to go to the Identification Room for identification to confirm the number and species, then bring it over for reimbursement."
"This is the current price for Strong Ants; you can only purchase within this price range."
"The excess can only be paid out of your own pocket."
The research atmosphere at the Imperial Capital Research Institute is quite good; they won't intentionally make things difficult for you.
The most important aspect is the exchange of ideas.
"The Ansheng Exotic Beast Market in the outskirts of the Imperial Capital might have Strong Ant Pet Beast Eggs for sale."
"You can go and have a look if you have time."
The young lady eventually gave Ye Bai a direction.
By evening, the intelligence system was refreshed.
[1. The premium Strong Ant Eggs missing from the Western Research Institute appeared at the Tianyun Exotic Beast Market in the Imperial Capital, disguised as Iron Armor Ant Pet Beast Eggs. The thief didn't know their value.]
[2. Some documents from the Western Research Institute have already fallen into the Underground Black Market in the Imperial Capital, although these documents are disguised as ancient books and hidden away.]
[3. The Five Elements Pinecone has the effect of enhancing the Divine Soul, greatly benefiting Wood Beasts, and has five different colors. It appeared next to a fruit stall at Imperial University, looking like a rotten pinecone.]
[4. It's reported that Zhang Lingxue's research on Sword Butterflies has sparked a huge uproar, with assassins from the Beautiful Country heading towards the Flame Country's border.]
[5. A set of broken Thunder God Armor appeared at the Tenglong Auction House and was finally bought at a very low price.]
"Wow, this system has revealed a lot of useful intelligence!"
"What on earth happened at the Western Research Institute? The director is missing, the documents were stolen, and the Strong Ant Eggs were sold cheaply."
Ye Bai suddenly felt it was very strange.
Wasn't the ancestor supposed to handle it?
How come there's no update after all this time?
You can see the problem at the Western Research Institute is shocking.
A purge among the senior management is necessary for a fundamental resolution of the problems at the Western Research Institute.
Meanwhile, in the Five Elements Butterfly Secret Realm.
Zhang Dashan and Marshal Cyan Dragon were checking the seal on the Gate of Hell.
The originally dim seal was now as bright as day after the Five Elements Saint Butterfly's gift.
"No mistake, this seal will last for a long time."
"Let's assign someone to come over every day to monitor the situation."
"If there's any sign of trouble with the seal, report immediately."
"This kind of monitoring allows us to deal appropriately should issues arise, rather than responding passively."
Marshal Cyan Dragon proposed a plan.
"Alright, Marshal Cyan Dragon, we'll do as you say."
Zhang Dashan had no objections to this.
"By the way, Xu Dog, pay close attention to the situation at the Western Research Institute."
"The problem there is severe; the feedback from the scene is startling."
"I trust in your combat ability, but you need to strengthen in other aspects."
"I suggest you take someone knowledgeable in research, preferably a male close to you."
If Ye Bai heard Marshal Cyan Dragon's words, he'd probably say, "Just report my identity card directly."
Zhang Dashan nodded, "Rest assured, I'll seriously consider your advice."
"The situation at the Western Research Institute indeed can't wait any longer."
"In three days, I'll go there to investigate and secretly see what's happening."
"Marshal Cyan Dragon, leave it to me."
"With my current strength, there should be no one in the Western Region who is my match."
Upon hearing Zhang Dashan's words, a gleam flashed across Marshal Cyan Dragon's eyes.
"Dashan, have you taken that final step?"
Marshal Cyan Dragon asked directly.
"Almost there, like a thin membrane, just one step to the top."
"I had weakened before due to heavy injuries fighting the Beast Tide, unable to reach this realm."
"Now, I'm different from before."
Marshal Cyan Dragon was quite happy.
Zhang Dashan, being of the same generation, suffered a severe injury fighting the Beast Tide, causing his realm to decline, which only recently returned to normal.
"Alright, I'll give you three days to rest."
"Three days later, I'll personally come to see you off."
"Hope you uncover more inside information."
Marshal Cyan Dragon said with a smile.
Soon, Ye Bai received notice to go to the Western Research Institute.
Wow, unexpectedly involved after observing the situation.
What on earth is happening?
Sending a non-combatant to the Western Research Institute, for what?
This kind of task is bound to offend others; getting beaten might be minor, but what's scary is if they're targeting your life.
Recently, Ye Bai also caught wind of the corruption at the Western Research Institute.
"Greedy, these folks are truly greedy."
"Flame Country invested so many resources into the Western Research Institute, only to be repaid like this?"
"If I were in charge, I'd definitely have a major overhaul at the Western Research Institute."
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