Pretending To Be A Boss-Chapter 467 - 79: The Honest Man’s Diary (3rd Update)_2
Song Qinwen and Song Qinwu, as children, used to love following me around, and I've always known that people say they are my lackeys.
I don't like such talk, and because of this, over the years, every time I was with them, I would give them the decision-making power for anything we did, and I respected their decisions.
But it seems, that did no good, as they always say, "Don't mind us, we'll do as you say."
They came to see me today as well.
Their expressions were so sorrowful, I might have believed such sorrow before.
But strangely, since the battle at the pit, that will seems to have fused with me, and I started seeing many things I never saw before.
Like the human heart.
The hearts of brothers Song Qinwen and Song Qinwu were actually quite pleased.
They probably have never conversed with me in a manner filled with sympathy or pity.
I think one of father's sources of pain also lies here.
I suddenly miss Tang.
Being with Tang and those from Baichuan City doesn't give me this feeling of nausea from pretense.
These are people who have been exiled, and I hope I'm next in line."
The fourth day.
"I hadn't left the Song residence for many days, which finally made my teammates aware that something was wrong.
Lin Jue and the One-eyed King are two thorns, they hardly listen to commands on a regular day, especially Lin Jue, who really dislikes being bound by rules.
But they are also two interesting people, interesting enough to dare to make a move on the Song Family in the first fortress.
Lin Jue did indeed see me, while the One-eyed King and Qin Qian were responsible for creating chaos outside.
I told Lin Jue some things, but none of them too serious.
Just hoping not to get these teammates involved in this.
I think, maybe I still need to trouble Tang.
After all, he wanted me to help in Baichuan City, so it wouldn't be too much to ask him to do some things for me."
This day's experiences weren't fully recorded when Tang Xian read up to this point and smiled faintly.
Bu Jing and Lin Jue were still competing in their drinking at the side.
Bu Jing seemed very sober, while Lin Jue appeared a bit tipsy.
Tang Xian continued flipping through the diary.
"That evening, Song Qinwen and Song Qinwu came to visit me again.
Their demeanor wasn't as pretentious as last time.
They seemed much more sincere, as if they came to bid farewell.
Their tone was no longer like before.
Before, they always seemed impatient for the next meeting.
But this time, both said they were going to a mining area for a troublesome task and would not be seen for a long time.
I thought it was good, pretended it was true, and bid them a proper farewell.
Turns out, I have also learned this act, and it's not that hard.
After they left, my second sister and eldest sister also came.
Today, my second sister's expression was more complex, and I was actually a little happy, that my eldest sister and second sister really treated me as family, only because of me father hadn't much cared for them over the years.
My second sister told me father's plan.
This world is truly crazy, the talented can become the non-talented, and those with low talents can become highly talented through transformation.
Such a transformation can only be done by one organization at this time.
That is the Evolution Zone.
The eldest sister said, we are like a part of father's dream.
My existence could have honorably realized that dream, everyone smiling with happiness and satisfaction.
But me becoming non-talented turned that dream into a lie.
Humans, oh, humans, will always do crazy things to uphold a lie.
I don't like the Evolution Zone, but I don't oppose father's decision.
I want to see the Evolution Zone for myself.
What kind of organization could have created beings as powerful as Akasi and Tang Suoye.
Of course, for me, the Evolution Zone's biggest monster is that guy called the Joker."
That was where the fourth day's diary entry ended.
Tang Xian read slowly, and when he snapped back to reality, the scene at the drinking table had changed.
Bu Jing was sipping his drink in slight boredom, next to him lay Lin Jue, passed out from vodka.
"Did this guy really get soaked in a vat of liquor? Doesn't seem like it. His alcohol tolerance is too poor," Bu Jing said.
"He also often brags about women, isn't he also left with nothing in the end? People are like that, they like to put on an act," Tang Xian said.
Bu Jing nodded, agreeing deeply.
"Anyway, any shocking clues in there?"
"No, just a family ethics sob story," Tang Xian replied.
"That's pretty boring," Bu Jing commented.
Tang Xian chuckled, thinking it's not too bad.
Just treat it like a prequel to an alternative superhero rise.
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Tang Xian was planning something big, a deed that his identity dictated must be done from behind the scenes.
The person at the forefront had to be someone who had experienced drastic ups and downs.
Song Que was the obvious choice.
That's why he was interested in these stories.
Bu Jing raised his glass and said,
"You're paying, right?"
"I am."
"Then I'll keep drinking, and you'll keep reading?"
"That would be great."
Bu Jing downed his glass in one gulp, as if it were water.
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Tang Xian then turned to the last page of the diary.
Fifth day.
"The people from the Evolution Zone arrived yesterday.
I was unable to glean much information, though I appeared very cooperative, or perhaps it's because my father doesn't trust someone like me to undergo the Evolution Zone's transformation.
After all, I've always detested that place.
My name was also suggested for sanction in the aftermath of the Hunting Festival by the Evolution Zone.
I suppose the Evolution Zone has never dealt with someone of my status before.
They're excited.
My father was excited, too.
It seemed he had finally found a way to turn lies back into dreams.
He said a lot to me and did much to work on my thoughts.
I suddenly understand why so many people in the world like the Joker.
To crush a man, you only need the worst day of his life.
For my father, the day he learned I was no longer the Chosen One, was the worst day of his life.
Those who endure such a day can choose to freefall into the abyss or to carry on with unwavering will.
The former is easy, anyone can fall, which is why so many resonate with the Joker's madness.
The latter is hard, because not everyone is cut out to be Batman.
Luckily, I always choose the latter.
I couldn't acquire much intelligence on the Evolution Zone, just that the place is in Lincoln Fortress.
To take down the Evolution Zone, I could think of an old friend in a mask.
Old friend, if you're reading this diary, please come to the Evolution Zone, I'll be waiting for you there."
Song Que naturally knew the identity of the Masked Chopper Hero, and he didn't reveal it in the diary, just to prevent others from reading it.
Tang Xian realized upon reaching this point that Song Que's plans might involve more than just taking down the Evolution Zone.
But Song Que didn't spell out everything in his diary, he merely extended an invitation.
Through sending a message to Yu Xiaozhe, and through the diary brought by Lin Jue, Tang Xian was sure that Song Que had wanted to invite him to join this mission long ago.
Perhaps since the day he was influenced by the Joker.
After closing the diary, Tang Xian decided to find a place to burn it.
Bu Jing asked,
"Done with it?"
"Yeah, I need to leave First Fortress now."
"So, do I have to keep going undercover?"
Tang Xian looked at Bu Jing and shook his head,
"Although you have the makings of a spy, I'd suggest you contact Yu Xiaozhe and have him smuggle you into Baichuan City."
"I was thinking of squeezing into the Li family."
"The mayor of Baichuan City needs a senior assistant, the Li family won't be able to track you down, and the salary is better than what you're getting now."
"That sounds quite appealing, but I promised the second miss that I would…"
"The mayor is Li Xiaoyu."
"Alright, I'm in."
Bu Jing finished his drink and left in high spirits.
After sitting for a while longer, Tang Xian settled the bill and left.
The headquarters of the Evolution Zone should be in Lincoln Fortress.
The events unfolding around Song Que certainly had research value.
How to exchange burning talent for immense fighting power?
What exactly lies hidden within the human genetic code that so intrigues the Order?
If these questions indeed have answers, Tang Xian believed that only the headquarters of the Evolution Zone could possibly hold any clues.
"It's time to harvest the final crop."
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Taking a break, more to come later, I'm still writing. The next update is expected to be quite long, so it might take more than two hours to handle.
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