I Have Infinite Skill Points

As Wang Lan's words fell, Duanmu Fanghua's face showed a slight hint of not being able to maintain her composure, while Duanmu Yi behind her still looked completely dumbfounded.

And when Wang Lan produced his Tianjian Bureau credentials, Deputy Dean Nangong's complexion instantly turned ashen.

"Wang Lan, do you realize how much damage you're doing to the academy's reputation with your actions? The academy's conflicts should be resolved within the academy; why must..."

"Deputy Dean Nangong makes a good point!" Wang Lan smiled slightly. "As the saying goes... one shouldn't air one's dirty laundry in public."

"Glad you understand. Now put away your credentials."

"But this isn't my dirty laundry!" Wang Lan's smile suddenly changed. "Duanmu Yi, such a scoundrel, is admitted into Modu Star Martial Academy? Deputy Dean Nangong, I would like to ask the Dean what the enrollment criteria of Modu Star Martial Academy are, to accept such a scoundrel."

"Duanmu Yi wasn't like this before..."

"I'm afraid that's hardly the case, is it? Right after Duanmu Yi arrived at Modu Star Martial Academy, the incident with Ma Chuchu occurred, and now two years have passed. Do you think that the Tianjian Bureau has really stopped inquiring? The leads from back then have been wiped clean. The school, as the location of the incident, should have more detailed records, but now they've been thoroughly deleted.

Deputy Dean Nangong, has Modu Star Martial Academy perhaps taken the Duanmu name? I could have given the academy some face, but the way you seem desperate to keep the issue quiet, intent on covering it up, is very concerning for the students.

First, it was Ma Chuchu, then Jiang Xinyu. I'm afraid there might be more students harmed by him in the future. This matter won't be taken lightly; not even Eld Di could cover this up! Unless, of course, you abolish the constitution of Jade Country first!"

"You!"

"They're here—"

"WHOOSH WHOOSH WHOOSH—"

With a series of sounds cutting through the air, over a dozen figures flashed from all directions, landing around them.

"What's going on? Is Modu Star Martial Academy also involved?"

The leader was Ming Baiye, Chief of the Tianjian Bureau's Action Department. Upon seeing Wang Lan, Ming Baiye hurried over. "Wang Lan, what's happening?"

"Director, this man, Duanmu Yi, intended to kill a fellow student and was caught in the act. Based on his skilled methods, I believe he's a habitual offender with several lives likely on his hands. And when I was about to arrest him, *this* person attempted to obstruct justice and aid the suspect in escaping. He's likely an accomplice."

As he said this, Wang Lan slightly turned his face to look at the Deputy Dean.

Wang Lan's accusation instantly made Deputy Dean Nangong furious. "What do you mean, 'attempting to aid a suspect's escape'? I was mediating the conflict! Wang Lan, how can the same situation sound like two completely different things when you describe it?"

"Deputy Dean, you were the one who suggested they leave first. I'm not even pursuing that. As for that Duanmu Fanghua, she obstructed me multiple times from arresting the criminal and even scuffled with me. Her actions were very clear."

"Wang Lan, you're fucking slandering me!" Duanmu Yi roared. "I just wanted to *have* her, when did I ever say I wanted to kill her? You ba—"

"Star Martial Toxins can be lethal. Poisoning a classmate constitutes a motive for murder. If I hadn't arrived in time, I'm afraid something terrible would have already happened. The Tianjian Bureau will thoroughly investigate the truth of this matter. Director, do we arrest him or not?"

"Arrest them! Take them away!"

"Ming Baiye, I am Duanmu Yi! My dad is Duanmu Qingsuang! Do you dare arrest me?"

"It wouldn't matter if your dad were the Jade Emperor! Take them away!"

With the Tianjian Bureau's intervention, the matter escalated from a dispute into a criminal case. Not even the high status of Modu Star Martial Academy could prevent the arrests. Thus, Deputy Dean Nangong could only watch helplessly as the Tianjian Bureau took away his disciple, Duanmu Fanghua, and Duanmu Yi.

The only person present who might have been able to intervene was Yu Ruoyun. So, Deputy Dean Nangong quickly looked to her for help.

But Yu Ruoyun appeared to be staying out of it, shaking her head at the Deputy Dean. "Right," she added, "there's also Lan Qi, who was taken back to the student council. She was a major participant. The Tianjian Bureau can go to the student council to take her away."

"Understood."

Wang Lan held Jiang Xinyu's hand as they boarded the approaching military vehicle. Throughout the journey, Jiang Xinyu tightly gripped Wang Lan's hand. The situation seemed to be growing increasingly complicated.

Originally, Jiang Xinyu's thoughts had been simple: they had beaten him up together. If they had accidentally killed him, they would have killed him together. They would face any trouble together, and if it came to death, they would die together.

But now, it seemed it was no longer just a simple conflict between them and Duanmu Yi. It had escalated into a struggle involving the Tianjian Bureau, the Star Martial Academy, and the Duanmu Family.

Once things reached this level of complexity, it was beyond what Jiang Xinyu could comprehend. Naturally, a sense of unease settled in her heart.

"It's okay! Don't worry!" Wang Lan reassured her.

Truthfully, Wang Lan didn't know how powerful the Duanmu Family was. It might indeed be immense—perhaps so powerful that a mere stomp of their foot could make all of Modu City tremble, or create ripples throughout the entire Jade Country.

But even so, Wang Lan still dared to confront them directly. He had several reasons why he had to fight.

First, Duanmu Yi had crossed a red line. If he wasn't thoroughly dealt with this time, Jiang Xinyu would constantly be in danger. Therefore, Duanmu Yi had to be crippled, or he had to die. He had initially thought he could use Duanmu Fanghua to take care of Duanmu Yi.

As long as Duanmu Fanghua made a move, Wang Lan had witnesses to prove his own innocence. He could just say, "It wasn't me, don't spread rumors..."

Even if the Duanmu Family knew Wang Lan had coerced Duanmu Fanghua, his own identity wasn't one to be trifled with. He was the son of the Flame Emperor, the standard-bearer for the younger generation of the Flame Emperor's lineage.

Although this identity was impressive, it wasn't what truly gave Wang Lan his confidence. His real backing was his position in the Tianjian Bureau.

The Duanmu Family was large and formidable. But no matter how large or formidable they were, could they truly be more powerful than the entire nation?

Duanmu Yi had boasted, "Don't try to scare me with the Tianjian Bureau, I have connections there too!" Wang Lan believed him. However, Wang Lan was certain that his own connections within the Tianjian Bureau far outnumbered those of the Duanmu Family.

Who was Wang Lan? Merely the son of the Flame Emperor? That title was superficial.

His actual achievements—those were tangible, forged through his own hard efforts.

So what if Duanmu Yi wagered the entire Duanmu Family?

Wang Lan was certain that while the Duanmu Family itself might not suffer much, Duanmu Yi was definitely finished. And he, Wang Lan, would absolutely not lose this confrontation.

It was this confidence that allowed Wang Lan to dare to face the Duanmu Family head-on! It was this confidence that made him dare to defy Deputy Dean Nangong. And it was because of this that Duanmu Fanghua had said to Duanmu Yi, "Do you know who he is? Are you trying to drag the entire family down with you? Do you think the Duanmu Family can cover for this?"

Although Duanmu Fanghua's words seemed directed at Duanmu Yi, Wang Lan knew they were actually meant for him.

The message was clear: "Wang Lan, don't be afraid. The Duanmu Family can't handle you. Don't let their reputation scare you off. Don't back down. Get rid of this bastard, Duanmu Yi, and once he's gone, I can take his place."

Heh, despicable family infighting.

It was because he was disgusted by Duanmu Fanghua's duplicitous, honey-mouthed-dagger-hearted demeanor that Wang Lan couldn't resist exposing her sinister intentions.

However, Wang Lan was quite willing to fulfill Duanmu Fanghua's wish.

The car started, and Ming Baiye got in.

"Wang Lan, what exactly happened? Tell me in detail."

Wang Lan himself wasn't entirely clear on all the details of what had transpired that day, so he turned and glanced at Jiang Xinyu. Her face was a little flushed, but she quickly recounted the full story from beginning to end.

The story was simple: Lan Qi wanted to align herself with the Duanmu Family. To that end, Duanmu Yi had set a condition, luring Jiang Xinyu to a place called the Emperor and secretly administering Star Martial Toxins to her.

If the plan had gone smoothly, he would have filmed a video. Under the effects of the Star Martial Toxins, Jiang Xinyu would have appeared very proactive, thereby providing "evidence" of her consent. Moreover, these particular Star Martial Toxins would vanish without a trace after their effects wore off, making them undetectable by current technology.

The plan had seemed perfect, but Duanmu Yi underestimated Jiang Xinyu. Even under the influence of the Star Martial Toxins, she managed to use her Star Martial Skills defensively to buy time. He also hadn't expected that her nail art wasn't merely decorative but could remotely control her phone. Still less could he have imagined that her phone was equipped with an Ice Snow intelligent assistant capable of automatically contacting Wang Lan for help.

His objective wasn't achieved, and the plan was exposed. Jiang Xinyu had even managed to secure the Star Martial Toxins on the spot. Thus, there was a complete chain of evidence against Duanmu Yi, leaving him no room for denial.

Ming Baiye smiled when he heard that Jiang Xinyu had a complete chain of evidence.

"Good, then there's no problem," Ming Baiye said. "The Duanmu Family is very powerful and has an immeasurable network of connections in Jade Country. But don't worry. Jade Country doesn't operate on connections; it operates according to the law! With sufficient evidence this time, he won't get off easily."

"Thank you, Director Ming!"

"We're all on the same team here; no need to be so formal."

「Back at the Tianjian Bureau」

Wang Lan accompanied Jiang Xinyu to file a report according to procedure. He was very familiar with this process.

"BEEP BEEP BEEP—" Ming Baiye's phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID, and a smile spread across his face.

"Hello, Director Gou? Haha... long time no see! What's up? This matter? Ah, this is a difficult one... You can't expect me to neglect my duties, can you? The Tianjian Bureau isn't like other departments; dereliction of duty here is subject to military law.

"The Duanmu Family, you say? This is tricky; the evidence is irrefutable... Suppress it? How could a lowly department chief like me dare to suppress it? What if the Bureau Chief asks about it tomorrow and I say I don't know, that it hasn't been investigated? Would I still have a job then? No way... I'm just a grunt here; I don't make the decisions. That's how it is. I'll treat you to a drink another day... Okay, hanging up."

"Hello? Director Li? Between us, do we really need to use words like 'ask a favor'? Makes us sound like strangers! But, if this is about the Duanmu Family's affair, then it's really not something I can handle. I don't have enough authority... Yes... it's true, the Duanmu Family is not to be trifled with, but there's someone involved whom I can afford to offend even less.

"What? You don't know? Well, if you don't know, then let's just leave it at that. I'm not at liberty to say much. All I can tell you is that a Crown Prince is involved. Yes. I'd advise you not to get mixed up in this either. If you're already involved, you'd best extricate yourself cleanly. These are gods fighting; we lesser beings should just watch the show..."

At the Tianjian Bureau, the phones of various department heads were ringing off the hook. Even Cheng Jianlong, the Director of the Modu City Tianjian Bureau, was no exception.

This night was destined to be one of upheaval.

「Meanwhile, back at the Modu Star Martial Academy」

Yu Ruoyun returned to her dormitory alone. The room, usually shared by three, now held only one occupant.

Yu Ruoyun's expression shifted rapidly. Finally, she heaved a long sigh, took out her phone, and made a call. "Hello? Notify all our media contacts—news outlets, press agencies—to get into position immediately."