Transforming Succubus: Almost Doomsday

Zhou Baiyu felt somewhat helpless...

His original plan was to keep a low profile for a while before joining the Hundred Streams Shelter.

But he feared that today, both the viewpoint he was about to share and the actions he planned to take... would further thrust him into the limelight.

"I really don't want to be famous..."

Thinking this, Zhou Baiyu quickly put forward a viewpoint—

"Everyone is worried about the Reversers because they fear the Reversers returning to the past and wiping us out when we were vulnerable."

"But think about it carefully... If we are still here to speak, it means our past hasn't been 'invaded.'"

"Moreover, consider this—out of ten thousand times Zhou Shou mentions, probably only once is it version 1.0, which shows that the Reversers are just like us..."

"The Reversers can't choose which version to go to on their own; they are summoned at random. This further weakens the Reversers' influence on the past."

"We have more 'time' than we think!"

"Regardless, Zhou Shou killed someone and must be punished."

"However, without clear understanding of Zhou Shou's true motive, defining him as an enemy immediately could lead us to a succession of errors, culminating in total defeat."

Having said so much, Zhou Baiyu had laid the groundwork, and he began to mention his next plan:

"Thus, the most rational approach is that we need to get closer to Zhou Shou first, which is undoubtedly an exceedingly dangerous undertaking. My suggestion is that not everyone needs to be on edge, deliberately probing into Zhou Shou's affairs."

"Just keep an observant eye, but it's best not to reveal our own motivations."

"Because a large-scale operation, although efficient, may capture the attention of the Reversers."

"This matter... is more suited to be carried out covertly, our first consideration should be to make the Reversers believe they are still a mystery."

"The best method would be to assign someone alert, intelligent, good at observing, with strong adaptability and persuasive skills to secretly inquire about Zhou Shou, and to regularly update us."

"And this person should probably be someone who is likely to frequently encounter later versions."

"I've finished speaking, I don't know if everyone already has a suitable candidate in mind?"

Zhou Baiyu stopped speaking.

Liuyan of the Divine Consort Association said:

"I think Jiang Xianwu's points are valid. If our investigation is too aggressive, it could very likely alert the forces of the Reversers."

"We need someone who can navigate between the Reversers and the Forerunners to first investigate Zhou Shou and clarify his stance."

Ke Zhongye, the president of the Storm Justice Association, asked:

"That might work, but who will this person be? There is a major issue here. Information about the Reversers likely appears only in later versions."

"Most people are summoned into the vanguard versions, and surviving is already a challenge, let alone gathering intelligence?"

"A few of us presidents have the capability, but we are all well aware that we cannot be spared. Moreover, in version 2.49, we might be the thorns in the sides of those monsters, and the Reversers might be well-acquainted with us."

"Leading our guilds inevitably puts us in the spotlight. We've all been summoned numerous times. So, we are truly unsuitable for this task."

Guang Tongchen stated aptly:

"Then we need someone who has only been summoned for a short while, with a spotless record of summoning achievements, and who has significant maneuvering room in the future."

"There is indeed one such person."

Everyone probably guessed who it was.

But Ke Zhongye continued humorously:

"Who?"

"Jiang Xianwu."

Guang Tongchen didn't beat around the bush and directly announced the answer.

Everyone who saw the name was startled and then came to understand.

Guang Tongchen also explained the reason:

"Whether in version 2.21 of Hanging Corpse Hospital or version 1.44 of the Bewitched Tower Night, Jiang Xianwu survived by relying on his impressive performance."

"Moreover, everyone, please note that as a pioneer, Jiang Xianwu survived seven days in the Hanging Corpse Hospital. In most tasks, the survival time is only required to be one night."

Seven days.

"I know many people think Jiang Xianwu survived by... being tough, but based on what I have pieced together through many observers, his toughness is just one of his many strengths, relatively speaking, not worth mentioning."

"The same goes for Bewitched Tower Night. We can't see how he cleared it, but I don't think he could have killed a demon lord-level opponent."

The latter part of the statement seemed to belittle Jiang Xianwu, but in fact, this was actually praising him.

If a person can't kill a demon lord-level but still manages to clear the stage, it means he has ways to survive that don't rely on combat alone.

Guang Tongchen finally said:

"To be able to achieve an SSS rating, completely erasing the Bewitched Tower, he must also be strong in observation and communication."

"Moreover, he is a pure newcomer, with great potential for growth, and has only participated in two call-ups. As long as he is careful in every future call-up, maybe... he is naturally a perfect spy."

"Lastly, a person who can achieve an SSS rating shows that he has the spare capacity to collect many clues. Even us presidents might not be able to do better than him in the Bewitched Tower, or even... might not be able to come back alive."

Zhou Baiyu's eyes widened.

President Guang, I can take your compliment, but don't overpraise me to death.

Although things hadn't heated up yet, several presidents seemed quite satisfied with Jiang Xianwu.

Many pioneers who were not at the transit station last time, summoned by the beacon smoke flute this time, also learned about Jiang Xianwu's deeds.

If the pioneers' voice also had a trending search list, then Jiang Xianwu would definitely be in the first place at this moment.

However, this task must still be taken up by Zhou Baiyu.

"As long as I come into contact with Zhou Shou, no... I don't even need to come into contact with Zhou Shou."

"Since I already know in advance that Zhou Shou is my man..."

"Then I just need to manipulate a bit in the next few solo recruitments to make them believe that Zhou Shou is innocent."

No Two in Heaven actually also thought Zhou Shou was problematic, but with Big Wind Rising dead, he needed enough people to "lay the groundwork" to gracefully back down:

"There are indeed many suspicious points on Zhou Shou, and investigating him is indeed the correct approach. But, to assign such a dangerous task to a newcomer... isn't that a bit harsh on Brother Jiang?"

Jiang Xianwu followed up:

"It's not harsh. I actually think President Guang Tongchen is right; I'm quite good at this kind of thing."

"I am willing to take on this task for the pioneers. In the subsequent version call-ups, I will do my utmost to collect clues about the Reverser while ensuring my survival."

"For the pioneers, for the future of mankind, it is my duty!"

Although reluctant internally, Zhou Baiyu recognized the situation; his reputation skyrocketed in an instant.

Especially the last sentence, which had a sense of indispensability, made most of the pioneers remember Jiang Xianwu.

Astonished internally, No Two in Heaven seized the moment and, disregarding his bet with Guang Tongchen, played a Forget Spirit Card:

"With a talent like Brother Jiang, Big Wind Rising would surely rest easy knowing there's someone to follow. I wonder, Brother Jiang, if you would like to join my Future Gate?"

Zhou Baiyu thought internally: No Two, you are confused… Love, it fades away.