Chapter 500: Old Zhang Returns to His Old Profession

"Mr. Lin! Fancy meeting you here. We're really fated to meet. Would you mind a quick interview?" Sun Xiao's lively personality couldn't mask the deep humility in his tone. Even as a popular live streamer, he didn't dare to be arrogant in front of Lin Fan. He could only humbly ask, "Can I interview you?"

Seeing Sun Xiao, a flicker of confusion crossed Lin Fan's mind.

Who is he? Do I know him?

He searched his memory, trying to recall if he had met this person before.

Forget it.

Whether they had met or not, he shouldn't appear too unfamiliar.

"Oh, it's you," Lin Fan said with a smile.

"Yes, it's me!" Sun Xiao was thrilled. Leaving an impression on Mr. Lin was an honor for anyone, and this honor had luckily fallen upon him.

If Sun Xiao knew that Lin Fan didn't remember him at all, he'd probably cough up blood.

I treat you as a god, but you don't know who I am. That's heartbreaking.

Lin Fan said, "You said you wanted to interview me?"

"Yes, a very short interview. You know, I'm a live streamer, and many viewers want me to meet you and ask you some questions. I didn't expect to be so lucky to run into you, Mr. Lin, just by coming out to try my luck."

His words were met with unanimous disapproval from his viewers in the live stream.

He comes to this street every damn day to wait for you. Today, he finally caught you.

Sun Xiao glanced at the comments, his expression calm and unperturbed. Whatever the comments said wouldn't affect his mentality.

Composure was paramount.

"Sure, I'm happy to help," Lin Fan smiled.

Sun Xiao was most afraid of Lin Fan's smile. It seemed gentle, but after prolonged eye contact, it gave him a chilling feeling, as if he were being seen through. It felt like standing naked in front of a group of three-hundred-pound, hairy-chested men. He felt so nervous he wanted to cover his behind. He didn't even know what he was guarding against.

Sun Xiao cleared his throat and prepared himself. "Mr. Lin, yesterday there was a strong earthquake in the United States, followed by the appearance of a terrifying monster that caused immense devastation. Just now, the United States issued a statement seeking help from our country, but we ruthlessly refused. They said this is extremely inhumane and hope our country can send experts to eliminate the monster."

"They specifically mentioned hoping that you, Mr. Lin, could go to the United States to eliminate the monster."

"What are your thoughts on this, Mr. Lin?"

After asking these questions, Sun Xiao waited expectantly. He wanted to know what Mr. Lin was thinking.

Lin Fan understood every word Sun Xiao said, but the term "United States" was unfamiliar to him. He hadn't heard of it, or if he had, he'd forgotten.

Meanwhile, Sun Xiao's live stream attracted more viewers after he started interviewing Lin Fan. These people came from everywhere, all waiting for Lin Fan's answer.

Lin Fan said, "I don't have any thoughts."

A very simple answer.

It was also one that Lin Fan didn't quite understand himself.

United States? Monster? What do they have to do with me? Why are they asking me?

As expected, Lin Fan's words caused the live stream comments to explode.

"That's a fair answer. He really doesn't have any thoughts."

"What does it have to do with us?"

"Whoa, you guys are so cold-blooded! Countless innocent lives are being harvested by the monster! My neighbor, Old Wang, moved to the United States a few years ago. He's a really good guy who left me with an unforgettable favor, saving me a lot of…effort. I just learned he was trampled to death by the monster in the United States. I'm so heartbroken and sad that I went to karaoke to sing 'Today is a Good Day'."

Sun Xiao felt like something was off, but he couldn't put his finger on it.

"Mr. Lin, even if the leaders of the United States asked you to go, would you have any thoughts?"

Lin Fan asked, puzzled, "They haven't contacted me." He then turned to Old Zhang and asked, "Has anyone looked for me?"

Old Zhang shook his head. "No."

Lin Fan said, "My friend said no one has looked for me or asked me to go."

Sun Xiao felt his head spinning after hearing Lin Fan's words. He felt like Mr. Lin hadn't understood him at all.

"Thank you for your answers, Mr. Lin."

In the end, Sun Xiao admitted defeat. He didn't continue to press the issue. For him, this was enough. He didn't know what else to say. As long as the viewers' curiosity was satisfied, it was fine. Just look at the current situation. In just a short while, he had received one or two thousand in gifts. This was the influence of the top streamer. He never paid attention to those streams with tens of thousands of gifts in minutes; they were all fake, probably from their own people.

I, Sun Xiao, am the best. The number one streamer.

Most of the viewers in Sun Xiao's live stream were freeloaders. They just liked watching interviews and were too lazy to even send free gifts.

"I'm happy to help," Lin Fan said with a smile.

He then continued his patrol with Old Zhang. Yanhai City was very safe now, with few dangers arising.

In a distant alley, a figure leaned against the wall, blood flowing from his abdomen. He Mu clutched his stomach, his face pale. He had just been chased and seriously injured, finally escaping to Yanhai City. Only here would the Shadow Society not dare to act recklessly.

The item he stole from the Shadow Society was enough to make him stronger.

"I won't die so easily. You want to kill me? Dream on." He Mu thought, a smile appearing on his lips. Even the pain couldn't mar his handsome features.

He wanted to recover from his injuries and find a deserted place to cultivate. The content translated from the golden bowl contained profound techniques.

He was a genius, cultivating both Buddhist and Daoist practices. Staying in the Shadow Society was just to bide his time.

Times had changed. The Special Department and the Shadow Society were no longer the strongest organizations.

The appearance of the Starry Sky Clans had truly opened his eyes. The world outside was so vast. The frog in the well could finally jump out and swim in the wider world.

"Are you alright?"

Just as he was fantasizing, a voice came from nearby, startling He Mu. His hair stood on end, like a cat encountering danger, arching his back, ready to fight.

He Mu looked towards the source of the voice.

At the alley's entrance, the light was bright. Being in the dark alley, his eyes were momentarily blinded. Soon, his vision gradually returned, and he saw the face clearly.

Familiar, extremely familiar.

Lin Fan of the Special Department.

Known as the strongest.

Even the Starry Sky Clans didn't dare to act rashly in front of him.

He Mu trembled inwardly. Before, when he didn't know who it was, he still had confidence in escaping. But now, he had completely lost hope. In his current state, escaping from such a powerful person was basically impossible.

Lin Fan slowly walked deeper into the alley. Each step he took was immense pressure for He Mu, as if an invisible hand was gripping his heart. As Lin Fan approached, the hand tightened, ready to crush his heart at any moment.

"Are you alright?" Lin Fan asked softly. "Do you need me to take you to the hospital?"

He Mu didn't speak, staring straight into Lin Fan's eyes. After a moment, he slowly lowered his head. The other party's gaze was too invasive; he couldn't look for too long. He wondered if the other party was toying with him.

But after observing for a while, he couldn't tell.

"Don't you recognize me?" Lin Fan asked.

"Are you famous?" He Mu countered.

He Mu fell silent again.

Famous? I am indeed quite famous, being chased by the Shadow Society like this. Tell me, am I famous?

"Not famous," he finally replied.

"Oh, that's good. Let me take you to the hospital."

"No, I'm not going to the hospital."

He Mu refused. Going to the hospital would make it easy for the Shadow Society to find him. They could bribe the doctors, and the consequences would be troublesome. It would also be easy for the Special Department to find him.

Lin Fan pointed to Old Zhang. "He's my friend, a very skilled acupuncturist. Since you don't want to go to the hospital, why not let him give you a few needles? You'll be fine soon."

He Mu looked at Old Zhang, a smiling old man beaming at him. He did have the air of a worldly expert.

He knew Lin Fan was strong. Anyone who could be with a strong person couldn't be weak themselves.

As for whether the other party wanted to harm him…

Overthinking it.

In his current state…no…even when he was in perfect condition, it would be useless. They could just kill him with a single slap, why bother with so much trouble?

"Thank you," He Mu said.

Lin Fan smiled, not saying "You're welcome." It wasn't him helping; it should be Old Zhang saying "You're welcome."

Old Zhang took out his precious needles from his pocket, opening the box as he said, "You're welcome. Helping others makes us happy."

At this moment, Old Zhang held the silver needles, unfamiliar yet familiar. His hand trembled as he held the needles, having not used them for a long time.

He Mu saw this. "Are those hands alright?" he thought.

Old Zhang smiled without speaking.

Lin Fan explained from the side, "This is Old Zhang's unique skill."

He Mu said, "I'm not doubting, I'm just asking. I don't mean anything else."

Old Zhang said, "I know. Relax, it's fine. You'll be better soon."

Having not used acupuncture for a long time, Old Zhang didn't know where to start for a moment. He carefully examined He Mu's body. Hmm…I must find a good spot.

Old Zhang exchanged glances with Lin Fan.

Lin Fan smiled and nodded, meaning… Just do what you think is best.

Encouraged, Old Zhang was filled with motivation. He held the silver needle, aimed at a spot, and inserted it. This needle landed on He Mu's thigh.

"Do you feel anything?" Old Zhang asked.

He Mu shook his head. "No."

"Hmm, that's normal."

Lin Fan asked, "How did you get injured?"

"An accident."

"Oh, you have to be careful in the future. Accidents can be really scary."

Lin Fan chatted with He Mu. Gradually, He Mu became more talkative. He had initially been paying attention to where Old Zhang was placing the needles, but later he became engrossed in the conversation with Lin Fan, no longer paying attention.

During their conversation, He Mu discovered that Lin Fan seemed easy to get along with and very kind. This refreshed his understanding of strong individuals. He also noticed the evil rooster and the ginseng.

He was very surprised.

Hanging out with an evil creature. He's really unique.

As for the ginseng…it was truly magical.