Apocalypse Circular-Chapter 538 - 536: Do You Know the Angel Envoy, Senior?

Hearing this, Lu Luo's expression immediately changed.

The fact that the Judgment Chief was sent into the Doomsday Halo was highly suspicious.

The Doomsday Halo should be a cage.

As an Eighth Order War God, Gu Tianfeng must have had some understanding of the Doomsday Halo.

Being the head of the Inspection Department meant his access to intelligence and information was far superior to that of the average person.

He could sense many things keenly.

So, the question arises, what was his purpose in sending the Judgment Chief inside?

"Does Minister Zhang know why he did this? Oh, I mean, what was his purpose in sending Aunt Bai Qingshuang away?"

"The Royal Family Clan's absorption plan—Gu Tianfeng was its most faithful executor. His entire life was dedicated to carrying out this plan. Bai Qingshuang was the most outstanding child of her generation in the Bai Family. She was born illuminated by truth. After Bai Qingshuang's birth, the Imperial had a prophecy claiming her existence would affect the stability of the entire Imperial Family. Therefore, Bai Qingshuang had to die! After that, the Chief went to meet the Bai Family's old ancestor alone. It seemed the two of them fought on the outskirts of the Imperial Capital. The final outcome is unknown, but most people guess that the Chief won, because the Bai Family's old ancestor never returned, while the Chief did. The Chief, upon returning to the Imperial Capital, was unstoppable. He easily took Bai Qingshuang away from the Bai Family. The Bai Family even had Angel Envoys resist, but many were killed by the Chief's subordinates. And I... was one of them."

Lu Luo narrowed his eyes. He was very clear about Zhang Changming's protection of Bai Yuetong.

Unexpectedly, behind such protection lay such a past...

Zhang Changming himself had actually killed members of the Bai Family!

This memory...

"Does Minister Zhang regret it?"

"Yes, I do regret it. Everyone has regrets; many things are worth regretting. Though regret cannot change the past, it can remind us for the future. I don't want to continue making mistakes, so I left the Imperial Capital, wandering in search of her."

At this point, Lu Luo clearly picked up on some issues—loopholes, it seemed, in the other party's words.

"Does Minister Zhang know that Aunt Bai Qingshuang isn't dead?"

"I don't know, but I hope she isn't. I feel that someone like her shouldn't have died!"

"Is that so? The Judgment Chief actually hasn't died, but her experiences..."

Lu Luo remembered that Bai Qingshuang's experiences could also be described as arduous, and she seemed to have no recollection of her past. It was only towards the end that she began to share some information about the Imperial with him.

The existence of the Judgment Chief seemed somewhat special.

Could there be some secret between her and Gu Tianfeng, the head of the Inspection Department?

Watching Lu Luo deep in thought, Zhang Changming suddenly laughed, patting Lu Luo on the shoulder.

He then made his final statement. And this statement was, unexpectedly:

"Lu Luo, although I've told you a lot about the past, and much of it seems like Gu Tianfeng's dark secrets, I can assure you that Gu Tianfeng himself is a genuine subject of the Imperial. His military achievements are unparalleled. His merits are beyond doubt. So, Lu Luo..."

"You hope my judgment won't be swayed by personal feelings or biases?"

"That's right, I hope so."

"I can't do that, Old Zhang."

Lu Luo reverted to calling Zhang Changming 'Old Zhang,' a nickname that seemed to possess a magical quality, instilling a sense of closeness.

Zhang Changming smiled. "Why?"

"Because everyone is human, and being human, they will inevitably be bound by emotions. Rendering judgment devoid of emotion is, in itself, an impossible task. I can only say that I will try my best to make a fair analysis. Moreover, the initiative in this matter is not in my hands, but in his. My judgments are meaningless to him."

Zhang Changming's mouth opened, and in the end, he nodded, saying, "Yes, you are right. Then go. I know you will succeed."

"That's not what you said when you first met me."

They exchanged a lighthearted remark, and then Lu Luo turned and headed underground.

In the deep corridor, Lu Luo thought about many things.

The Bai Family, Bai Yuetong, Bai Qingshuang, the Imperial, Lady Nolan.

And those Angel Envoys.

It seemed like a vast, invisible net constantly bound everything. The direction of all things seemed to be controlled by someone.

What exactly that net behind the scenes is, Lu Luo still hadn't figured it out.

Forget it, I should know when I see him.

Lu Luo followed the hallway until he reached the deepest part of the Inspection Department: the office of the department chief, Gu Tianfeng's place of residence.

KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK!

After knocking, a voice from inside the room quickly responded.

"Come in."

The voice was a bit hoarse, with a nasal quality, as if he were suffering from a severe, uncured cold.

This struck Lu Luo as odd.

Even a Transcendent in the worst condition couldn't catch a cold, let alone suffer from a deficient condition like rhinitis.

If not, then what was the matter with the voice inside?

With this doubt, Lu Luo pushed the door open.

Sufficient light illuminated the room, where a multitude of books lay scattered around.

Although Lu Luo was unsure of the other man's personality and attitude, judging from the scene, he had to be someone who loved knowledge and was profoundly erudite. The sheer volume of surrounding books was evidence enough.

However, Gu Tianfeng's state was startling!

His back was turned, so Lu Luo couldn't see his face clearly, but his stature still made a deep impression.

Too short!

Not just short, but petite. The sort who was both short and slight of build. Lu Luo estimated his height to be only about 1.4 meters.

This guy... could he really be Gu Tianfeng, the legendary overlord, the Chief of the Inspection Department?

Although Lu Luo had never seen Gu Tianfeng, he was aware of his reputation. 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

This state truly didn't align with the iron-blooded, domineering image conveyed by the legends!

With such doubts, Lu Luo spoke up. "Hello, may I ask if you are Senior Gu Tianfeng?"

"What, do I not look the part?"

Gu Tianfeng put down the book in his hand, slowly rose, and turned around.

Seeing the man's appearance, Lu Luo's pupils constricted even more.

Covered in scars, his face disfigured, Gu Tianfeng's entire nose was gone. The bones within his nasal cavity were exposed. Half of his facial muscles were gone, leaving no skin. The bones and teeth were clearly visible, as if he were wearing half a skeletal mask, appearing grim and horrifying.

Not only that, but his nose continuously dripped some viscous fluid, which Gu Tianfeng regularly wiped with a towel in his hand. The fluid didn't look like snot, nor blood. Although Lu Luo didn't know what it was, he guessed it was greatly related to the wounds on his face.

Such injuries were truly terrifying!

So this is the reason for his nasal voice.

"Are you sizing me up?" Gu Tianfeng suddenly asked.

Lu Luo wasn't annoyed that his scrutiny had been perceived; after all, Gu Tianfeng's appearance was indeed unforgettable.

"Yes, Senior. Your appearance is very memorable, so I took a few extra looks."

Lu Luo didn't understand the other man's personality, but based on the influential figures he had encountered, they all seemed to appreciate honesty in younger people. So, Lu Luo chose to be more honest, hoping to gain some favor from Gu Tianfeng.

Unfortunately...

"Are you saying I'm ugly? Short and ugly, and deformed?"

"Er, I didn't mean that." Gu Tianfeng's sudden interrogation caught Lu Luo off guard.

Did this man truly care so much about his appearance?

"Heh. Although you deny it, you all think the same in your hearts. That such a deformed freak is Gu Tianfeng—how laughable!"

Gu Tianfeng self-mockingly wiped his nose as he spoke. His demeanor was somewhat frenzied, causing Lu Luo to frown slightly.

A normal person is relatively easy to communicate with. Normal people have needs, and their needs are usually straightforward. A smart person is even easier to deal with. Smart people understand one another; their objectives are typically clear. If Lu Luo could help them achieve their objectives, smart people would naturally reciprocate.

But there is one kind of person who is the hardest to approach and even more difficult to communicate with. This type of person is the neurotic. They are on edge all day long. While it wouldn't be accurate to call them insane, they aren't far from it. These individuals often make choices that defy normal logic.

And the Gu Tianfeng before him showed some neurotic symptoms: his apparent mania, his tactless speech, his aggressive tendencies, and the like.

Lu Luo fervently hoped this man wasn't neurotic, but if he was, Lu Luo felt he had no good way to handle him.

"Senior, do you harbor a lot of hostility towards me?"

"You met with people from the Bai Family!"

"Yes, I have indeed met people from the Bai Family. And the ones I've met are not limited to just a few," Lu Luo uttered a deliberately vague statement.

He really wanted to know whether this man, who had once exiled Bai Qingshuang, truly harbored a deep-seated hatred for the Bai Family, or if he had done something the entire Imperial was unaware of.

After Lu Luo made this statement, Gu Tianfeng glanced at him briefly, then walked back to his seat. Sitting down, he poured himself a cup of water, picked up a book, and began to read again. It seemed that, at this moment, he had lost interest in Lu Luo.

However, Lu Luo knew perfectly well the man was pretending. An Observer's power isn't limited to observing an opponent. It also allows one to sense when they are being observed. Right now, all of Gu Tianfeng's attention was fixed on him. He was waiting to see how Lu Luo would respond.

"Senior, do you know why I went to the Bai Family?"

Gu Tianfeng ignored Lu Luo, continuing to read his book, but Lu Luo knew he was listening. So now, he needed to clearly state his views and the purpose of his visit.

"Senior, I went to the Bai Family hoping to get their help. The Imperial currently needs the Bai Family!"

After Lu Luo said this, Gu Tianfeng suddenly turned his head and said seriously to Lu Luo, "You are wrong. The present Imperial doesn't need the Bai Family. The Bai Family should have long ago been swept away by the river of history. They are a putrid mass of flesh, the maggots of this country."

Gu Tianfeng's vehement attitude startled Lu Luo. Although this man might dislike the Bai Family, his assessment of them still surprised Lu Luo.

"Senior, why do you say that?"

"Hehehe. The Bai Family's cultivation requires lives. They have grasped the radiance of truth. And truth has its price!"

Gu Tianfeng spoke again, and this time, what he said surprised Lu Luo even more.

It seemed this Gu Tianfeng really knew a lot. He might even know things unknown to the Inspection Department or even the entire Imperial Family. And his sending Bai Qingshuang away might indeed have other motives.

"Senior, if the Bai Family is so awful, then what about Aunt Bai Qingshuang?"

When Bai Qingshuang was mentioned, Gu Tianfeng's eyes actually revealed a trace of reminiscence. It took him a long time before he slowly began to speak. "She was a genius, a true genius. If not for the Bai Family, she might have truly become the Emperor! Regrettably... the Bai Family ruined everything. They are just a bunch of maggots, shit, disgusting things!"

SLAP!

As Gu Tianfeng spoke, he could no longer contain his rage. He actually threw the book, flinging it at Lu Luo.

Lu Luo caught the book, somewhat speechless. There wasn't much force behind the throw, but the book's cover was damaged on impact.

"What are you doing with my book?"

Lu Luo was bewildered.

This guy is certainly a master at playing the victim!

"Senior, it was you who threw the book."

"True, I threw it. But you're the one who damaged it, aren't you? Pay up!"

Lu Luo was baffled.

Considering the other party is one of the three great War Gods, Lu Luo figured he probably wasn't a match, so...

"Alright, I'll leave some money later. Can we continue our earlier conversation now?"

"Fine. Say what you want. Continue."

The interruption had completely derailed Lu Luo's train of thought. Some things he had wanted to say now eluded him. He looked at Gu Tianfeng suspiciously. Could this man have done that on purpose? Did he deliberately interrupt me to stop me from continuing with those persuasive words?

"Senior, it was the Judgment Chief—Aunt Bai Qingshuang—who asked me to come to the Imperial."

"Hm? Is she still alive?" There seemed to be an added spark in Gu Tianfeng's eyes.

But soon, that spark faded.

Because Lu Luo shared what he knew: "No, the Judgment Chief disappeared after a battle. It's highly probable she perished."

Upon hearing this, Gu Tianfeng's breath hitched. Although he didn't speak, Lu Luo could sense him slowly taking deep breaths.

Was he trying to regulate his emotions?

The Judgment Chief's death had such a profound effect on Gu Tianfeng?

After a while, Gu Tianfeng finally turned his head slowly and said with a hint of dejection, "Dead, you say? Perhaps it's for the best. At least she no longer has to remain in this disgusting world."

Lu Luo nodded slightly. Was death a kind of release? For many people, it certainly was. Death indeed incites great fear, but for some, if it truly comes, it can be a release.

Although Gu Tianfeng seemed somewhat neurotic, his condition wasn't so severe as to render communication with Lu Luo impossible.

This was the only thing Lu Luo had found reassuring since entering the room.

"Do you and Aunt Bai Qingshuang have some special relationship?"

"Yes, indeed! I was the one who sent her there. You came from the Abandoned Lands, right?"

Faced with Gu Tianfeng's question, Lu Luo nodded directly. "Yes, but that place is now known as the Doomsday Halo."

"Is that so..."

Gu Tianfeng became somewhat distracted. Lu Luo didn't disturb him, just waited quietly for a while.

"Senior, the Imperial is in danger. I hope the Bai Family can step forward. I hope you can step forward as well."

"Angel Envoys?" After Lu Luo put forth his request, Gu Tianfeng directly inquired.

Lu Luo's gaze flickered. He didn't know what to make of the man before him, or even if he belonged to the human faction. However, given that he had dealings with Bai Qingshuang yet hadn't killed her, combined with Zhang Changming's assessment, Lu Luo felt that while Gu Tianfeng might not be a good person, he was, at least, human.

"Do you know about Angel Envoys, Senior?"