874 The Hunters Are Here (1/2)

Translated by XephiZ

Edited by Aelryinth

Since the calamity at the Ancient Capital, the Magic Association and the Enforcement Union had cooperated with the military, the Hunter Union, the government, and renowned families to seal off all possible exits. They were determined to take down the detestable Salan, even if it meant harming their economy.

Many of the Black Vatican's bases were destroyed. The remaining members of the Black Vatican disguising themselves as ordinary civilians were exposed, too. Salan only had limited places she could escape to, and was very close to being caught a few times.

Unfortunately, the lockdown had brought too many problems, especially to those with foreign identities.

The Enforcement Union insisted on not letting anyone with the slightest possibility go. Unfortunately, some authorities demanded that the pressure and loss were just too unbearable and proceeded to terminate the lockdown. Otherwise, their country's economy would simply collapse. As a direct result, foreigners were allowed to leave the country.

The Enforcement Union implemented strict protocols on verifying every foreigner's identity. They basically counted every strand of hair that every foreigner had, but Salan still managed to escape in the end.

The Enforcement Union flew into a terrible rage and argued fiercely with the authority that terminated the lockdown. Meanwhile, the authority put the blame on the Enforcement Union in return. They had sent out the highest number of people in history, yet they still could not catch the Black Vatican's commanding officer. The argument went on for days!

The truth was, it was just a matter of perspective. The Enforcement Union wanted justice to be served. The calamity of the Ancient Capital had shocked the whole world. If they allowed the culprit to remain at large, they would totally put their ancestors to shame. On the other hand, the authorities did not purposely let Salan go. They were more concerned about the country's economy. If the lockdown continued, countless people would lose their jobs and end up homeless!

There were many places in the country like Zhenming Town that had lots of foreign investors and a way to leave the country by sea. As soon as the lockdown was terminated, Salan immediately took the opportunity to flee the country.

Luckily, the Enforcement Union was not totally useless. They were able to set their eyes on Chongming Island after eliminating all other possibilities.

”I have something to say,” Lingling pretended to be enjoying the fruits with an adorable expression, yet her voice did not suit her age.

Mo Fan and Mu Ningxue sat closer. They could tell that Lingling wanted to discuss something important from her tone.

”Salan only managed to escape from here because this place is privately owned by a foreigner, but considering how strict the procedures are, she would still have trouble leaving the country,” said Lingling.

”I'm not too familiar with what happened.” Mo Fan was clueless about the Enforcement Union's approach.

”I was already suspicious of it, but I wasn't too sure. However, when my sister sent us here, I'm finally convinced of it,” said Lingling.

”Convinced of what?”

”There's something fishy in the Enforcement Union!” said Lingling.

Mo Fan and Mu Ningxue's mouth widened. They found it hard to believe.

”Are you telling me that the Black Vatican has infiltrated the Enforcement Union?” asked Mu Ningxue softly.

”Maybe, but not entirely. The Enforcement Union is split into different factions, too. If the conflict between the factions is huge enough, Salan could easily use it to flee the country. The truth is, Salan doesn't necessarily need to take the risk of turning someone into one of the Black Vatican. Everyone has their own desires and ambitions. With the right approach, many people actually did the Black Vatican lots of favors without them realizing it. For example, I believe most people in this manor aren't with the Black Vatican, but they have become Salan's accomplices unknowingly. I think it's the same problem that the Enforcement Union has,” analyzed Lingling.

”But I feel like there's a chance for people of the Black Vatican to infiltrate the Enforcement Union, too?” said Mo Fan.

Mo Fan never believed a righteous organization was full of righteous people. He only believed that an evil place was surely full of evil people.

”The members of the Enforcement Union have to swear an Oath. The people of the Black Vatican wouldn't be able to overcome it,” Lingling declared confidently.