Qu Jianlei was busy for about an hour, just when he was thinking about whether to make some food, a formidable aura appeared at the entrance again.

"I'm the driver, I heard there's an arrogant guy who refuses to give face to the Anomalous Management Division?"

This driver was indeed a Supreme, but Qu Jianlei's judgment ability was no longer what it used to be.

He could perceive that this guy's strength was nothing impressive.

Probably at the level of Steve or Fubi, a bit worse than Kushnier.

Fahim should be able to easily handle this person, and if it were Bu Shang or Liao Donglai, they would likely crush him directly.

But Qinghu's strength is stronger than all these people, and this guy dares to show up now, who knows what he's thinking.

Facing the provocation, Qu Jianlei replied without hesitation, "Some guys are indeed arrogant, daring to shout at Qinghu's door!"

The driver's expression changed visibly, then he snorted coldly.

"I mean no disrespect to Lady Qinghu, but who are you, clown, to dare masquerade in her name?"

"Heh," Qu Jianlei sneered disdainfully, "Even Qinghu doesn't dare call me a clown, want to try calling me that again?"

This statement was a bit exaggerated, but basically not too far from the truth.

A while ago he hadn't advanced yet, but Qinghu truly hadn't called him a clown—she was aloof and didn't know his background.

But now, if they were to meet, she probably wouldn't call him a clown, right?

Qinghu is the second strongest expert he has encountered since he came across, only Granny Jia at her peak could surpass her.

Slightly inferior to her are Bu Shang, Optimus, and Liao Donglai, while others like Buckingham are even weaker.

Qu Jianlei believes that now his strength can almost take on Qinghu, so what about this mere driver?

The driver was startled by his words, he truly couldn't provoke Qinghu, not only him, but how many Supremes can provoke that woman?

But against other Supremes, he didn't really care, now he backed by the Anomalous Management Division, who is he afraid of?

However, in the other party's words, there was a hint of not even taking Qinghu seriously, this... was a bit tricky.

He did not suspect the other party of bluffing, knowing that this is Qinghu's territory, who would dare to speak arrogantly without some skill?

So he decisively said, "Since you know Lady Qinghu, let's cut the small talk."

"Supremes have an obligation to cooperate with the Anomalous Management Division, if you want to talk to a Supreme, I'm here."

"The Anomalous Management Division has tri-partite joint authorization, its job is to verify anomalous phenomena!"

After pausing, he added, "If you resist, it's not just you, even Qinghu will have to take responsibility!"

Qu Jianlei originally had an indifferent expression, but upon hearing the last sentence, he was indeed slightly stunned.

He didn't mind teaching some oblivious guys a lesson, but if it would cause trouble for others, that wasn't his intention.

The key is, his understanding of the Anomalous Management Division wasn't really deep.

Anyway, most traces were destroyed, he turned his head to Yuanyuan, "Is it really like this?"

Yuanyuan hesitated and nodded, "The Anomalous Management Division actually has quite a lot of power."

Qu Jianlei shook his head, "You handle this matter with them, I'll leave it up to you."

Then he released his aura, "I'll remember your scent, clown pretending to be tough. Don't let me run into you again!"

Spiting wasn't his habit, but now he couldn't stop himself, so he just mimicked and retaliated with a sentence.

The other party seemed like someone who easily shifts with the wind, a scare might sick him a bit, at least venting some anger.

Sure enough, the driver didn't respond directly, instead told Anomalous Management Division's people, "Well, you can start the inspection."

Yuanyuan opened the door, letting a group of eight people from the Anomalous Management Division in.

Among the eight people, there were two A-levels, one B-level, and one C-level. This configuration indicates that the A-levels originally appeared as a deterrent force.

Unfortunately, such a deterrent force on Half-Star Island is really not enough.

The Supreme driver lingered outside for a while, then casually walked in.

Qu Jianlei ignored these people, directly entering a building at the island's edge, away from the Tribulation Thunder.

However, his perception was still slightly extending outside, as a deterrence to the outsiders.

Although Yuanyuan usually behaves silly but cute, she has a deep family background and does not lack method when serious.

She first brought the people to the reception hall.

The hall had tea and drinks, but she didn't take the initiative to entertain, instead directly asked to see their IDs and authorization.

IDs to verify identity, authorization for checking Half-Star Island's official documentation.

Basically speaking, it was distrust—you talk about procedures, then I also talk about procedures with you.

The two A-levels were a bit helpless, but they had no choice but to follow the rules, since there was a Supreme present, who dared leave evidence against them?

Fortunately, they knew the identity of this place's owner was sensitive, and indeed the documentation was complete.

After Yuanyuan verified the IDs and documentation, she spoke decisively.

"It's just some excessive thunder, this is a private place with no public facilities, what do you want to investigate?"

This attitude was quite bad, and the Anomalous Management Division people had tempers too.

"We've shown the verification and documentation, as for why we need to investigate... that's a decision from above."

"Which above?" Yuanyuan's words were truly blunt, "Who's making the decisions, are they planning to compensate for the damages?"

Another A-level saw her being stubborn and quickly explained.

"Compensating for losses is not impossible, but it's not within our responsibility. It depends on how the owner coordinates, we're only responsible for inspection."

Yuanyuan frowned and impatiently said, "Then what gives you the right to inspect? What are you worried about?"

It's undeniable that, despite her short stature, she truly commanded a significant presence.

The people from the Anomalous Management Division were a bit helpless and had no choice but to speak up to explain.

What they meant was, the lightning here a few days ago was not only fierce, but the energy form contained within was rather unusual.

Normally, thunderstorms involve ordinary electromagnetic power.

The government has many meteorological stations on the planet, and there are also meteorological research satellites in space, used for observing and forecasting the weather.

Some devices detected that within the thunderstorms at Half-Star Island, there was "unknown form" energy present, and it was very intense.

After listening, Yuanyuan's expression was slightly odd; she could roughly guess there might be some problem.

But she was still indignant, "How could a little thunderstorm alarm the Anomalous Management Division? Are you all so idle?"

The driver rolled his eyes but didn't speak; his target was not this little A-level, and there was no need to lower his status.

The investigators from the Anomalous Management Division expressed that it involved planetary safety, even Imperial safety, and thus it was necessary to inspect.

Sometimes, waving the big flag is useful; faced with such a response, Yuanyuan could not refute further.

So she accompanied this group to begin checks at Half-Star Island.

The Anomalous Management Division brought lots of instruments and quickly pinpointed the site of the lightning strike.

Yuanyuan frowned slightly, summoned via her watch, calling her own two B-levels, three C-levels, and three Modified Warriors.

Actually, there were four B-levels outside, but those she summoned were absolutely trustworthy.

She instructed these eight people to keep a close watch on the others, one-on-one.

As for the Supreme driver, naturally Ran Bingluan would be keeping an eye on him.

The eight people didn't know to what extent they should be monitoring, so they quietly consulted their lady.

Yuanyuan, however, clearly stated, "At least ensure they don't frame us."

At this, the driver could not stand it anymore and snorted coldly, "You're young; don't cause trouble for your family."

Yuanyuan replied bluntly, "There's certainly no need to frame me, but who knows if you're targeting the locals?"

Upon hearing the topic about Qinghu Supreme, the driver decisively shut his mouth.

The investigators from the Anomalous Management Division were also quite indignant upon hearing her speak like this.

However, hearing her reasoning, no one argued further; just a group of people with faces cold enough to scrape frost from.

Soon, investigators discovered the second layer of the Defense Array, and as for the third layer, two Defense Arrays had been withdrawn.

They directly asked, what is this thing?

Yuanyuan answered honestly, also mentioning that it was personally researched by that Supreme.

The investigators continued probing, asking why several lightning strikes landed on one room.

Qu Jianlei had already erased many traces, but some things just can't be covered up.

People from the Anomalous Management Division had already noticed something unusual, but this issue was clearly sensitive, so they needed to be mindful of how they asked.

But this time, Yuanyuan straightforwardly stated: I have no idea!

When they asked how many lightning strikes there were in total, she responded even more bluntly: Forgot!

This was clearly uncooperative, and investigators were quite furious inside.

Had it not been for the presence of a Supreme, they truly considered taking Yuanyuan away for questioning.

They asked why two layers of the Defense Array were built, and the response was: What does that have to do with you?

The investigators restrained their anger and continued to ask.

This island has lightning protection devices and also two layers of Defense Arrays. Do you think all three being penetrated is a normal phenomenon?

Yuanyuan's reply was even more blunt: You should be asking the lightning, why ask me?

Seeing her extremely bad attitude, the people from the Anomalous Management Division decided to throw out a heavy question.

You both have many confidants nearby, but only two people are on the island. Why is that?

Yuanyuan's reply grew even more audacious, "A private world for a man and a woman, handed to you, do you enjoy being watched?"

The inspiration for this answer, still thanks to Granny for coming. Otherwise, she might not have thought of it.

After saying that, she also felt a bit flushed and simply turned away.

"The more you ask, the weirder it gets… I'm leaving, going to chat with him, keep an eye out."

Upon hearing this, the investigators exchanged glances, having seen uncooperative people before, but rarely encountered someone so bold about it.

Yuanyuan found Qu Jianlei and whispered a question, "What do you think of all these questions they are asking?"

Qu Jianlei was feeling a bit bitter inside; he really hadn't expected that they actually detected the unusual energy of the Tribulation Thunder.

Overdeveloped technology truly isn't friendly to cultivators.

However, his face still showed no emotion; he simply responded calmly, "There's nothing happening in the world; it's the foolish who disturb themselves."

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