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Chapter 48 - 48 23 Family Apartment · Nov 09, 2026

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1 Chapter 1 - 1 1 Black Shadow 2026-11-09
2 Chapter 2 - 2 1 Black Shadow_2 2026-11-09
3 Chapter 3 - 3 2 Face 2026-11-09
4 Chapter 4 - 4 3 Overlord 2026-11-09
5 Chapter 5 - 5 4 Now We Are Comrades 2026-11-09
6 Chapter 6 - 6 4 Now We Are Comrades_2 2026-11-09
7 Chapter 7 - 7 4 Now We Are Comrades_3 2026-11-09
8 Chapter 8 - 8 5 Mimicry 2026-11-09
9 Chapter 9 - 9 5 Mimicry_2 2026-11-09
10 Chapter 10 - 10 5 Mimicry_3 2026-11-09
11 Chapter 11 - 11 6 Disaster Handler 2026-11-09
12 Chapter 12 - 12 6 Disaster Handler_2 2026-11-09
13 Chapter 13 - 13 7 Human Trafficking 2026-11-09
14 Chapter 14 - 14 7 Human Trafficking_2 2026-11-09
15 Chapter 15 - 15 8 Shocking Change! 2026-11-09
16 Chapter 16 - 16 8 Shocking Change!_2 2026-11-09
17 Chapter 17 - 17 9 Mom 2026-11-09
18 Chapter 18 - 18 9 Mom 2026-11-09
19 Chapter 19 - 19 10 Have you ever seen this kind of gunsmanship that descends from the sky 2026-11-09
20 Chapter 20 - 20 10 Have you ever seen this kind of gunsmanship that descends from the sky_2 2026-11-09
21 Chapter 21 - 21 11 Codename 2026-11-09
22 Chapter 22 - 22 11 Code Name_2 2026-11-09
23 Chapter 23 - 23 11 Code Name_3 2026-11-09
24 Chapter 24 - 24 12 Private Work 2026-11-09
25 Chapter 25 - 25 12 Private Job_2 2026-11-09
26 Chapter 26 - 26 13 Beware of Those Who Carry Umbrellas on a Clear Day 2026-11-09
27 Chapter 27 - 27 13 Be Wary of Those Who Carry Umbrellas on Clear Days_2 2026-11-09
28 Chapter 28 - 28 14 Suspicion 2026-11-09
29 Chapter 29 - 29 14 Suspicion_2 2026-11-09
30 Chapter 30 - 30 15 Expulsion 2026-11-09
31 Chapter 31 - 31 15 Expulsion_2 2026-11-09
32 Chapter 32 - 32 16 Is that it 2026-11-09
33 Chapter 33 - 33 16 Is that it_2 2026-11-09
34 Chapter 34 - 34 16 Is this it_3 2026-11-09
35 Chapter 35 - 35 17 Commit Suicide Gunman! 2026-11-09
36 Chapter 36 - 36 17 Commit Suicide Gunman! 2026-11-09
37 Chapter 37 - 37 18 Ghost Immortal Altar 2026-11-09
38 Chapter 38 - 38 18 Ghost Immortal Altar_2 2026-11-09
39 Chapter 39 - 39 19 Overlord’s Spear 2026-11-09
40 Chapter 40 - 40 19 Overlord’s Spear_2 2026-11-09
41 Chapter 41 - 41 20 Buttercup 2026-11-09
42 Chapter 42 - 42 20 Buttercup_2 2026-11-09
43 Chapter 43 - 43 21 Siege! 2026-11-09
44 Chapter 44 - 44 21 Siege!_2 2026-11-09
45 Chapter 45 - 45 21 Siege!_3 2026-11-09
46 Chapter 46 - 46 22 Doll 2026-11-09
47 Chapter 47 - 47 22 Doll_2 2026-11-09
48 Chapter 48 - 48 23 Family Apartment 2026-11-09
49 Chapter 49 - 49 23 Family Apartment_2 2026-11-09
50 Chapter 50 - 50 24 The Date 2026-11-09

48: Chapter 23 Family Apartment 48: Chapter 23 Family Apartment The Doll stood at the door holding a sign, the words brimming with anticipation and tension.

Li Yelai pondered for a few seconds before he realized.

He had followed the Doll’s advice to stay away from the Battlefield earlier, saying that he’d treat her to a meal next time.

Well…

that was just a polite remark.

Just like the commonly used phrase “Have you eaten?” it was nothing more than a polite phrase.

But the girl took it seriously and had purposely changed into a new doll outfit, waiting here prettily.

Even for someone as frugal as Li Yelai, it was hard to utter words of rejection.

But Li Yelai needed to rush home immediately; everything that had happened today had frightened him.

After all, he had attracted the attention of some organizations, whether it was the Ember Church or the organization behind Black Umbrella.

They might already be aware of him.

Be it the special ability of Wanxiang Wumian or the conspicuous feat of destroying the Ghost Immortal Altar.

Either would alert those organizations.

When the young man from Black Umbrella threatened Li Yelai using his family, he had already felt fear.

He understood that no matter how strong he became, he couldn’t always be by his loved ones’ side.

He had to ensure Li Yunyan’s safety first.

So, Li Yelai formulated his words carefully and said to the Doll, “I have an urgent matter today; is it okay if we do it in a few days?”

The Doll visibly drooped, her arm holding the signboard sagging, the signboard looked as if it had lost its strength.

She was genuinely sad, thinking that this only companion unaffected by the curse was distancing himself from her.

If Li Yelai’s gaze could penetrate the headgear, he would see a once proudly beautiful face now fall into moist-eyed melancholy.

She wasn’t as strong as she appeared, the shock of hope being abruptly extinguished made her legs weak.

Li Yelai sensed her thoughts and quickly added, “You know I encountered an enemy today who threatened me using my family.

Although he is now dealt with, I’m still worried.

I plan to go home immediately to pack and prepare to move.”

The Doll instantly perked up and raised the signboard again.

[“Threatening family, that’s despicable (╬￣皿￣)”]

[“So have you thought about a new place yet (O_o)?”]

“Eh, not yet.” Li Yelai shook his head and said, “Moreover, my sister doesn’t know I am a Spiritual Ability User, nor does she know about the existence of Spiritual Ability Users.

I’m thinking about how to be honest with her.”

[“Some colleagues feel the same way, not wanting to involve or worry their families, so they keep their identities secret.

But since such things have already happened, you have no choice but to be honest now (`へ´*)ノ”]

[“As for the new home, you shouldn’t choose just anywhere.

Safety first.

You’re a member of the ‘Champion,’ you could inquire if ‘Champion’s division has policies for family members.

But I live in the division, so I don’t know much about it.(´･ω･)ﾉ(._.`)”]

“Okay, thanks.

Once I’ve moved, I’ll treat you to a meal!” Li Yelai thought for a while, realizing that Yang Chen’s code name was ‘Champion,’ so he nodded immediately at the Doll.

Then, he promptly walked towards Yang Chen’s office.

As he passed by the Doll, he heard a somewhat muffled female voice: “You’re welcome…”

Soon, Li Yelai arrived at Yang Chen’s office.

“I was just about to look for you.” Yang Chen smiled and said, “Generally speaking, we don’t meddle in the private lives of Processors.

But some Processors who stand out can attract the enmity of certain bastards.

So, we have policies to protect family members.

For instance, an apartment located four kilometers away from this division, in the Ring City District, is a security spot where we accommodate family members and some protective personnel of Processors.

There will be a few Processor groups and a team of Iron Guards secretly safeguarding.”

“That…

How expensive is this?” Li Yelai inquired, “I don’t have much Giant City Coin in my account.”

Currently, Li Yelai did have some savings, but it wasn’t enough to buy a house.

“You can purchase with Merit Points, assuming you don’t intend to live in the most luxurious villa.

A regular three-room apartment only costs twenty Merit Points.

If you’re short on points, I can front them for you.

You can pay me back when you get a chance,” Yang Chen offered.

Li Yelai calculated briefly.

According to the prices given by the Detective, some Processors were buying Merit Points, with prices fluctuating between fifteen to twenty thousand per point.

This meant that this house purchase would cost Li Yelai roughly three hundred to four hundred thousand.

This was already a significant sum; based on Li Yelai’s previous salary, without spending on anything else, it would take at least twenty-five years to afford at the lowest price.

However, compared to other houses in the Ring City District….

the prices Li Yelai had previously heard were about eight hundred thousand.

This price was already a discount.

Moreover, the community had Processor groups and a team of Iron Guards guarding day and night; the price could only be higher than regular houses.

Over a million Giant City Coins?

It must be an internal benefit the Processing Department provides for Processors.

Twenty Merit Points, even if no incidents occurred, just accumulating from regular missions would add up to a good amount throughout the year, and he could even let the team leader advance the payment.

After pondering, Li Yelai nodded, “I have enough points, so I’ll buy it.”

Although usually frugal, when it came to his family’s safety, Li Yelai wouldn’t hesitate.

“Good, I’ll give you the address; someone will receive you there, and you can basically move in with your bags,” Yang Chen said.

Then, glancing at the snowman Doll peeking in at the door, Yang Chen smiled at the Doll and said to Li Yelai, “Go back, have a good talk with your sister.

And her situation, she needs this protection…”

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