Once, I wanted to be a good person-Chapter 711 - 166

711: 166.

Harvest: Malice Pocket Watch_2

711: 166.

Harvest: Malice Pocket Watch_2

“The scholar said indifferently, ‘Deliberately framed.’

Jiang Cheng’s father was silent for a while, then he too spoke up, ‘I agree with you.

This is too coincidental and the methods are too crude.’

‘If this really was Fang Ze’s doing, he would have no reason to return Cheng’er.

That would only increase his suspicions.’

‘Moreover, if it truly was Fang Ze, it would imply he has the support of a demigod behind him, and we wouldn’t dare to make a move!’

‘And if it wasn’t Fang Ze’s doing, then the matter becomes interesting.’

His gaze flickered, ‘Old Mr. freёweɓnovel.com

Bai would hardly be involved in such things.

So, it’s very likely that the perpetrator is a demigod from the Outer Realm or nobility from other states.’

‘Their goal is probably to intensify the conflict between us and Fang Ze, either to cause chaos in Xida State or to suppress Fang Ze.’

‘Or perhaps…’

At this point, he himself found it difficult to continue, ‘All this was a drama directed and orchestrated by Cheng’er himself.’

‘The purpose is to have the family suppress Fang Ze and to get back at him.’

Upon hearing Jiang Cheng’s father’s words, the scholar smiled silently.

Clearly, he had thought of this as well…

After all, there are three possibilities:

1.

A demigod is behind Fang Ze, who managed to breach the Jiang Family’s defenses and kidnap Jiang Cheng, only to let him escape accidentally.

2.

A demigod from the Outer Realm or another state, aiming to create havoc in Xida State or suppress Fang Ze, planned this sloppy kidnapping after breaching the Jiang Family’s defenses.

3.

Jiang Cheng secretly hid within the estate, making it impossible to find him, only to reappear two days later and frame Fang Ze.

Of these three, the simplest and most plausible is the third option.

Thinking about it, Jiang Cheng’s father rubbed his temples and then sighed, ‘The child is almost forty.

When will he ever grow up?’

After speaking, he waved his hand wearily and said, ‘Take him for a checkup tomorrow, and once it’s confirmed that there’s no problem, impose a gag order on this matter.

No one is to speak of it.’

‘If it really was one of the first two possibilities, Fang Ze and those demigods, seeing their plan fell flat, likely won’t stop at just one attempt.’

Upon hearing Jiang Cheng’s father’s words, the scholar quickly bowed and said, ‘Yes, my lord.’

After discussing this, Jiang Cheng’s father suddenly asked another question, ‘What do you think about Fang Ze welcoming back the old members of the Si Family today?’

Upon discussing this, the scholar’s expression grew serious.

He said, ‘Originally, because the Si Family controlled the Federal Defense Team and had unique capabilities, their influence was the strongest in the Eastern Administrative Region.’

‘Further, the Si Family Elder’s stance on demigods was always ambiguous, so other families tacitly suppressed them and curbed the growth of the Si Family.’

‘Unexpectedly, only a few people escaped back then, but now they’ve become so formidable.’

At this, he couldn’t help but express his feelings, ‘Except for lacking top-tier masters, it’s a solid nobility.

Give them a few more years, and who ultimately calls the shots in Xida State, it’s really hard to say.’

Jiang Cheng’s father also spoke with a somber face, ‘Yes.

The display of strength by Fang Ze today truly shocked us.’

‘Nine of the Yang Transformation stage.

And that’s with scarce resources.

Given time, at least two or three of them could reach the Mortality-Shedding stage.’

He didn’t continue, but his facial expressions were proof of his worries…

Perhaps his emotions affected the scholar.

The scholar stood there, fanning himself and became thoughtful…

…….

Fang Ze was still unaware that his strategy of retreating to advance had successfully resolved the crisis of Jiang Cheng’s disappearance, and tonight, after sending Jiang Cheng away, he started tonight’s investigation.

The object of his investigation was simple, it was Councilor Xu.

Fang Ze’s goal was simple: to see if he could get more information about Dahei Jialuo and a fifth mole from Councilor Xu…

Two hours later, Fang Ze disconnected the link with the still-dreaming Councilor Xu and then closed his eyes to organize the information he had gathered.

After ensuring nothing was overlooked, Fang Ze opened his eyes with a smile.

He strolled to his desk, where there now lay a bizarre object resembling a silver pocket watch—clearly today’s find.

Since he had obtained decent information this evening, Fang Ze was somewhat expectant about his discoveries.

With that thought, Fang Ze picked up the pocket watch and patiently waited for two minutes.

Momentarily, the information about the pocket watch appeared in his mind.

[Malice Pocket Watch]

When this pocket watch is opened, creatures within a ten-meter radius will appear on the watch display.

If the creature harbors goodwill or neutrality towards you, it will show green.

If there is malice, it will display red.

A simple description and a simple item, yet its utility is significant.

Holding the pocket watch, Fang Ze thought for a moment, then with a “click,” he opened it.

Immediately, the watch’s dial appeared before Fang Ze.

It had minute, hour, and second hands along with scales, but the dial was bizarrely grid-patterned with a pale green dot not far from the center.

Fang Ze looked in the direction indicated and saw Little Grass crouching in a corner, idly drawing circles.

It seems useful, then?

With that thought, Fang Ze left the Late-Night Investigation Room and returned to the Real World.

In the Real World, Fang Ze opened the Malice Pocket Watch.

Instantly, there appeared three green dots on the watch.

One was right at the center, clearly the Flower God who was stealthily absorbing Fang Ze’s energy while he slept.

There were two more— one stood outside the door, obviously the maid on night duty, and the other moved from the top of the watch down and eventually vanished.

Fang Ze guessed it might be a night guard or some creature passing by.

Looking at the pocket watch before him, Fang Ze realized this item seemed quite useful.

Though called a malice radar, it could display everyone around him which in some ways was even more useful than detecting malice!

Moreover, with this item, he could conveniently see what the attitudes of the Council Members towards him in the Council the next day would be.

‘Tonight’s harvest wasn’t bad.’

With that thought, after hanging the radar around his neck, Fang Ze lay down in his bed and fell into a deep sleep…..

An uneventful night passed.

The next day was the day Fang Ze planned to expose the last traitorous Council Member.

Since it was a significant matter, Fang Ze, assisted early by his maid, rose, washed, and took care of his personal affairs.

After having a hearty breakfast, Fang Ze, accompanied by Black Shadow, Nan Yi, Little You, and other confidants, headed to the Security Bureau.

Arriving at the female director’s office door, Fang Ze asked Nan Yi and Little You to wait outside while he and Black Shadow entered the director’s office.

The female director was clearly a workaholic; Fang Ze arrived half an hour early, yet she arrived even before him.

Moreover, it appeared she had been working for a long time.

Fang Ze occasionally wondered…

did she actually live in the Security Bureau?

Upon seeing Fang Ze arrive with Black Shadow, the female director scanned him briefly and said, “Is this the expert with the ability to invade privacy?”

Then she sensed Black Shadow’s presence for a moment, nodded slightly, and said, “Not a bad choice.

All the details can be logically explained.”

“I was worried yesterday that you might choose a Si Family expert who was exposed yesterday.”

“Let him stay by our side today then,” she continued.

Hearing the female director’s words, Fang Ze smiled and said, “Director, actually I have another idea.

Could we change the plan for today?”

“Change the plan?” The female director looked at Fang Ze, a slight confusion in her gaze.

Fang Ze said, “Yes.

My idea is that I stay behind today and let him carry out the investigation.”

Hearing Fang Ze’s suggestion, the female director furrowed her brows slightly, looked at Fang Ze with a hint of surprise, and then glanced at Black Shadow who had been silent since entering the room….