Chapter 2237: Chapter 1927: From Now On, I’ll Leave the Deceit Suppression Bureau to You and Your Colleagues

Capital city, Fan Mansion.

Today, the Fan Mansion is exceptionally lively.

A man in a dark long robe, along with a group of senior officials from the Deceit Suppression Bureau, arrived at the Fan Mansion.

Once inside the Fan Mansion, they went straight to the room of the mansion’s master. At that moment, Fan Yaodong was lying on the bed, pale and looking as if he were on the verge of death.

He Dongqi furrowed his brow upon seeing Fan Yaodong in such a condition.

Just then, Fan Yaodong began to cough violently. His son quickly supported him, saying, "Father, are you all right? I’ll go call a doctor right away."

Fan Yaodong hastily raised his hand to stop him, saying: "No need, I can still hold on."

Saying this, Fan Yaodong lifted his head and glanced at He Dongqi and the senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau.

At this point, He Dongqi and the senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau bowed to Fan Yaodong, "Greetings, Commander!"

Fan Yaodong, clutching his chest, raised his hand slightly, signaling them to forgo the formalities.

Then, He Dongqi walked to the bedside and asked, "Lord Fan, how did you sustain such serious injuries?"

Fan Yaodong replied, "The wolf demon that attacked the Liu Mansion last night had at least the Mid Earth Realm cultivation. If I hadn’t sensed something amiss and quickly burned my vital energy, you probably wouldn’t have seen me again."

Upon hearing this, the senior officials from the Deceit Suppression Bureau all displayed grave expressions. They had already heard from the Deceit Suppressing Guards who returned last night. It was said that the wolf demon knocked all the commanders who besieged it to the ground with a single strike.

After Fan Yaodong intervened, he fought fiercely with the wolf demon. Had he not finally burned his vital energy, it’s likely that all the Deceit Suppressing Guards who went to Liu Mansion would have been obliterated.

Upon hearing Fan Yaodong’s words, even though He Dongqi’s expression was extremely serious, he felt a great sense of relief internally because he was initially supposed to lead the team to Liu Mansion last night. However, Fan Yaodong expressed his desire to move his muscles a little, so he personally led the team to Liu Mansion.

No one expected that the Deceit Suppression Bureau would suffer such severe casualties this time.

The most critical part is the heavy casualties of the Deceit Suppression Bureau, but Fan Yaodong ultimately did not capture the wolf demon, allowing it to escape.

That wolf demon, capable of injuring those in the Earth Realm, escaped, leaving uncertainty about what other shocking crimes it might commit in the Capital city.

Allowing such a sinister and malevolent entity to cause such severe trouble in the Capital city is a dereliction of duty by the Deceit Suppression Bureau and Fan Yaodong as the Commander. Soon, someone at court will probably impeach Fan Yaodong, and he might not be able to retain his position as Commander.

Thinking about this, He Dongqi felt some schadenfreude. However, at that moment, Fan Yaodong turned to He Dongqi and proactively said, "Vice Commander He, now that I am seriously injured, the Deceit Suppression Bureau cannot be without leadership even for a day. Moreover, that wolf demon is still causing chaos in the Capital city, so I’ll temporarily hand over the Deceit Suppression Bureau to you."

He Dongqi immediately said, "Rest assured, Lord Fan, I will lead the Deceit Suppression Bureau to swiftly execute that wolf demon and avenge you and our colleagues."

"Lord Fan, please focus on your recovery. I hope you can recover soon and return to the Deceit Suppression Bureau to oversee the situation."

As soon as He Dongqi finished speaking, Fan Yaodong let out a deep sigh and said, "Vice Commander He, such a major incident has occurred this time, and I cannot shirk from the responsibility. Furthermore, I am seriously injured, and the spiritual evil within me shows signs of rebounding, so I have already submitted my resignation to Your Majesty, intending to resign from the Commander’s position of the Deceit Suppression Bureau. I entrust the Bureau to you and our colleagues in the future."

This...

Upon hearing Fan Yaodong’s words, He Dongqi and the senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau were stupefied, not expecting Fan Yaodong would voluntarily relinquish his position as Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau.

It is well known that the position of Vice Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau holds significant power and is a target for all factions in the Capital city to win over.

A hint of doubt flashed across He Dongqi’s face. He suspected Fan Yaodong was probing him, intentionally saying these words to see if he coveted the Commander’s position.

After regaining his composure, He Dongqi hurriedly said, "Lord Fan, you mustn’t! The Deceit Suppression Bureau has achieved its current scale and strength entirely under your wise leadership. Without you, Lord Fan, the Bureau will likely revert to its previous state, unable to shoulder significant responsibilities."

After He Dongqi’s words, the other senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau also urged him.

"Lord Fan, this incident is not your fault. No one could have anticipated that a wicked being in the Earth Realm would intrude into the Capital city."

"Yes, Lord Fan, you need not blame yourself. As long as the Deceit Suppression Bureau can swiftly execute that wolf demon, I believe no one at court will say anything."

"Lord Fan, the Deceit Suppression Bureau cannot do without you!"

"Lord Fan, please reconsider!"

...

Hearing their advice, He Dongqi’s face darkened, knowing that most people in the Deceit Suppression Bureau were loyal to Fan Yaodong. After all, the current senior officials were mostly promoted by Fan Yaodong.

Just as He Dongqi thought Fan Yaodong wouldn’t resign, Fan Yaodong interrupted their persuasions by saying, "Everyone, you don’t need to persuade me further; my mind is made up. Someone must take responsibility for this incident, and since the task of besieging the wolf demon was led by me in person, I naturally will bear the responsibility."

"I have already submitted my resignation to Your Majesty, and I believe the Holy Decree will soon come. Moreover, I have recommended Vice Commander He to His Majesty as the new Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau. I hope you will all assist Vice Commander He well in the future."

Seeing Fan Yaodong’s resolve, He Dongqi and the senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau were once again astounded, especially He Dongqi, who could hardly believe what he heard.

He had been in open and secret contention with Fan Yaodong over the years, always wanting to pull Fan Yaodong down. Yet, he did not expect Fan Yaodong would voluntarily relinquish the position of Commander.

Does Fan Yaodong truly have such integrity?

The Commander’s position in the Deceit Suppression Bureau carries tremendous power. Would Fan Yaodong really give it up so effortlessly?

He Dongqi cast a skeptical glance at Fan Yaodong, seeing him in a heavily debilitated state, wondering if the wolf demon truly inflicted such dire injuries on him last night, leading Fan Yaodong to perceive the Deceit Suppression Bureau as too perilous, prompting his withdrawal? 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

The position of Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau indeed carries significant power, but the responsibilities are equally heavy. Like the intrusion of an evil entity in the Earth Realm into the Capital city, Fan Yaodong would undeniably face sanctions. Of course, the sanctions could not be as severe as stripping him of his official attire.

As He Dongqi was lost in thought, Fan Yaodong suddenly said, "Apart from Vice Commander He, everyone else should leave. I have a few words to say to Vice Commander He."

Upon hearing this, the senior officials of the Deceit Suppression Bureau exchanged glances, eventually bowing to Fan Yaodong and then exiting the room.

After everyone left, Fan Yaodong looked at He Dongqi and said, "Vice Commander He, I know you’ve long desired this position."

He Dongqi hurriedly said, "Lord Fan, what do you mean?"

Fan Yaodong smiled and said, "There’s no need to deny it. It’s human nature to strive upwards. I don’t see anything wrong with it."

"I have occupied this position for many years and have long grown weary. I merely hope that once I leave, you will amicably treat my former subordinates, for they are indeed the backbone of the Deceit Suppression Bureau."

Seeing Fan Yaodong express such sentiments, He Dongqi essentially confirmed that Fan Yaodong indeed intended to leave the Deceit Suppression Bureau, so he promptly said, "Lord Fan, I am not a narrow-minded person, nor is it as you’ve stated. They are indeed the backbone of the Deceit Suppression Bureau. The Bureau will need them to suppress the sinister threats sabotaging Dazhou in the future."

A smile appeared on Fan Yaodong’s face, "With your assurance, I am at ease. Then I preemptively congratulate you, Lord He, on becoming the new Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau."