Chapter 36: The Mouth of Truth
Li Yu felt like he had returned to the state of his previous jobs recently, with a sudden increase in daily tasks.
Besides needing to go to another dimension on time from Monday to Friday to handle all matters related to the Double Rest Sect, Li Yu also had to go to designated places after work to complete contracts.
The Board of Directors had already revoked his reincarnation contract authority, but the reincarnation business did not stop. In fact, Li Yu now needed to bring a person's soul to Bratis every day.
The reincarnators are selected by the Board, mainly consisting of experts from various fields. Their task is to help Li Yu accelerate the development of the Double Rest Sect and the recruitment of followers to meet the conditions for a comprehensive reincarnation as soon as possible.
At the same time, they will also conduct some preliminary research and construction. Li Yu has already reincarnated several military experts, accountants, architects, material scientists, botanists, zoologists, and even a bishop.
However, when he received the file of the target for reincarnation this time, he couldn't help but frown.
"Is there a problem?"
The official from the Board responsible for liaising with Li Yu regarding the reincarnation business was a young man with blond hair and blue eyes, speaking in a thick London accent, named Harry.
Unlike Kaden, Harry liked to keep a stern face, and Li Yu rarely saw a smile on his face.
When they first met, Harry introduced himself, saying he used to work in auditing.
Li Yu put down the folder in his hand, "I can understand the others before, including Bishop Gary. The skills they possess can indeed be utilized on the other side.
"But this Roberson, a real estate company and racing club owner, and only 23 years old, what role can he play?"
Harry seemed to have expected Li Yu's question and replied straightforwardly, "His role is to prevent you and me from getting into trouble.
"Let me put it this way," Harry adjusted his glasses, "Everyone you've reincarnated so far has their uses, but missing one or two won't matter much. However, Roberson, Roberson is different from them.
"He is very important. Not only do you have to take him, but you must also ensure his safety in the other dimension."
"Does he have any special abilities?" Li Yu asked.
"No, but he has a good father and a good mother."
Harry said, "Stop dawdling, we have to fly to London shortly. That kid got into a car accident while racing, now he's quadriplegic with severe burns, so he can't come over here. We have to go over and complete the contract with him."
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Li Yu and Harry caught the next flight, arriving at Heathrow Airport 11 hours later. As soon as they left the airport, they got into the car sent to pick them up, headed for the hospital where Roberson was.
Roberson's parents had arranged everything, and after completing the contract, the nurse took out his breathing tube, and Li Yu took out the [Rebirth Bell] to collect the soul of the young man on the hospital bed who no longer resembled a person.
They then traveled back to the airport and flew back to City B.
By the time their plane landed, it was already 1 AM on the third day. Li Yu called a taxi to get home, feeling utterly exhausted, with only five hours left before he had to return to work.
Li Yu lay down on the bed in his suit without even taking it off, sleeping only four hours before being woken by his phone alarm.
Afterward, he got out of bed, asked Wang Guowei, who was about to leave, for two packs of instant coffee, mixed them with hot milk and drank it down, quickly washed up, and returned to the company.
Roberson's parents hoped Li Yu could promptly reincarnate their son and reminded him to choose a young and strong body for Roberson.
Zhang Yanlin arrived at the company earlier than usual today. She was the first to arrive and was about to open the windows for some fresh air when she saw Li Yu rushing in from outside.
Zhang Yanlin greeted Li Yu, looking at the red streaks in his eyes, hesitant to say something.
Li Yu noticed her expression and stopped in his tracks, "Is there something you need?"
"I feel like your workload has increased a lot recently, is there anything we can help with?"
"Thank you, but no need, just adhere to your regular hours," Li Yu said, "That's what we agreed upon when you joined."
"But…"
"No buts, there's nothing much you can help with my work here. I'll let you know if I need anything."
With that, Li Yu headed upstairs, and Zhang Yanlin couldn't help but feel worried as she watched his back.
On Sunday, Li Yu went to Taylor's office as usual to report on the past week's work progress.
Taylor was very satisfied after hearing this and personally poured a cup of freshly ground coffee for Li Yu, placing it in front of him.
"So the progress of the war on the other dimension is going well. Do you think Ireya, the native, can conquer the entire continent within a year of Earth's calendar?"
Li Yu nodded, "The timeline is tight, but with some effort, it should be achievable."
"Then add this goal to your to-do list," Taylor patted Li Yu on the shoulder in encouragement.
"Then we can use the nation's power to make everyone believe in your Church."
Li Yu took a sip of the coffee before him; it was a taste he had almost forgotten but recently found himself living a life alongside coffee again over the past month.
Taylor watched Li Yu finish his coffee and then retrieved something else from beneath the table.
It was a marble sculpture, carved with eyes, a nose, and a large mouth.
"[Mouth of Truth], you may have heard its name," Taylor said, "but the one in the Cosmedin Church is just a fake; the real one is here with us."
"This is a piece of Faith Equipment. No doubt, its function is to discern truth from lies. The method of use is simple; just place your hand into the statue's mouth," Taylor explained.
"If what you say is true, you can withdraw safely. But if you intend to deceive the statue, even if it's just a fleeting thought, snap, your hand will be bitten off."
While speaking, Taylor observed Li Yu's expression, "Don't blame me for keeping the pressure on you because only this way can we prove to those who doubt you.
"You don't lack collective awareness, obedience, or ignore the big picture like they say. You've performed very well in the past month.
"You consistently score high marks. Earning Kaden's approval isn't easy, which indicates your loyalty to the company and the Board.
"But you know, the work we're conducting is crucial to the survival of the human race, demanding extreme caution.
"I need to ensure you're fully prepared before I can reveal the most core and crucial part to you."
Taylor finished speaking and patted the marble sculpture, "Once you're ready, place your hand into the statue's mouth."
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