Chapter 88

In Mingzhu City, on the Yangtze River Road, in the most prosperous economic area of Mingzhu, at the top floor of the Lihao InterContinental Hotel, inside the presidential suite.

Lin Tianhuo held a glass of red wine, standing in front of the viewing platform, gazing in the direction of Mingzhu Airport. Behind him was the head of the criminal investigation bureau, Wang Yaodong, who had been sent to Mingzhu to investigate a series of bizarre murders.

Wang Yaodong was twenty years older than Lin Tianhuo, but standing behind Lin Tianhuo, he showed extreme respect and humility, especially in private settings. He almost always followed closely behind Lin Tianhuo, ready to follow his instructions at any time.

The world did not know about the Tianji Pavilion, but Wang Yaodong had some understanding of it. It was almost a special organization that could transcend all national power departments, directly taking orders from the highest leader of the country. The members of this organization were few, but each one was extraordinary, possessing abilities that ordinary people could hardly imagine. The head of the Tianji Pavilion, Master Qingyuan, was said to be a god-like figure, over two hundred years old but looking like a middle-aged man in his forties. Just this ability to maintain his youth was something no one could achieve.

More importantly, according to Wang Yaodong's understanding, the Tianji Pavilion had existed for hundreds of years. In ancient times, it was hidden from the world, transcending the secular. It was only in modern times, after the old head ascended to heaven, that the new head, Master Qingyuan, brought his disciples into the world and, through their strength, secretly did many things that benefited the country during the most difficult historical periods.

Unfortunately, fate is unpredictable, and even a powerful organization like the Tianji Pavilion could not help a country reverse its destiny. To lend a helping hand and preserve a bit of vitality was already extremely difficult. Moreover, the enemies of the Tianji Pavilion at the time were also mysterious and unpredictable forces.

Wang Yaodong was able to become an external member of the Tianji Pavilion thanks to his solid political resume and the special nature of his position. Otherwise, he would be like most people, never knowing that the world was not as familiar as he thought. There were too many mysterious and unpredictable people and things in this world that the vast majority of ordinary people could never know.

But even so, with what Wang Yaodong currently knew, he was very clear that his understanding of the Tianji Pavilion was just the surface. The core secrets of the Tianji Pavilion were probably only known to the highest leader.

Even becoming an external member of the Tianji Pavilion brought unparalleled benefits to Wang Yaodong. He enjoyed high-level treatment equivalent to a deputy minister and had various privileges, such as receiving full cooperation from the highest leaders of local military and political forces when investigating cases, and even support from the members of the Tianji Pavilion's internal committee.

For example, this time, when he came to Mingzhu to investigate the series of murders, even without Lin Tianhuo, he could still receive comprehensive assistance from Tang Lei.

This was the privilege of an external member of the Tianji Pavilion.

As for the privileges of the internal members of the Tianji Pavilion, Wang Yaodong could not imagine, nor dared to imagine. At his current level, he might never know in his lifetime. As for the privileges of the core members of the Tianji Pavilion, he dared not even think about it.

The young advisor in front of Wang Yaodong, Lin Tianhuo, although he was the youngest disciple of Master Qingyuan, was still just an ordinary internal member and had not yet entered the core member ranks.

Based on Wang Yaodong's current understanding of the Tianji Pavilion, the entire organization had only about ten core members, about thirty internal members, and a total of no more than a hundred members.

Internal members and external members were divided into two types. One type, like Tang Lei, were influential military and political figures who did not participate in the daily affairs of the Tianji Pavilion but played crucial roles in its operations. The other type, like Lin Tianhuo, were practical workers with special superpowers who participated in the daily affairs of the Tianji Pavilion but, due to confidentiality, could not reveal their identities and had no influence in society, relying on the former for handling affairs.

In general, the number and individual strength of the latter were higher than the former, while the number and individual abilities of the former were lower. They complemented each other, ultimately pushing the Tianji Pavilion to an extremely terrifying height. In China, apart from the highest leader and the military, no one and no force could match the Tianji Pavilion.

Lin Tianhuo's personality was relatively open, and he was somewhat arrogant, which might be related to his age. Since coming to Mingzhu, he had been staying in the presidential suite of this luxurious InterContinental Hotel. As he put it, he did not want to be like his senior disciples, who were already very low-key but still did not treat themselves well in terms of living standards. Since the country had given the Tianji Pavilion such privileges, why not make good use of them? After all, he did not need to show up in person.

This suite was booked for Lin Tianhuo by Wang Yaodong using his social status and influence. External members were like this, especially those at the lower level, who had to do their best to meet the needs of internal members.

"Uncle Wang, my senior brother Wan and senior sister Su should be arriving at the airport soon. Find a car to pick them up. I won't go with you to avoid them making me stay in a small hotel. If they don't come, don't force them. I'll find them tomorrow naturally," Lin Tianhuo, though arrogant, was at least polite in his address to Wang Yaodong.

"Yes, Senior Brother Lin, I'll go right away." In private settings, Wang Yaodong called Lin Tianhuo "Senior Brother," which was one of the rules of the Tianji Pavilion. Unless a member had a specific position, external members had to call internal members and core members "Senior Brother" or "Senior Sister." This rule was personally established by Master Qingyuan.

"By the way, tell Senior Sister Su that I found something she likes the most. If she wants it, she should come to the hotel today. No delays, or it will be gone by tomorrow."

Wang Yaodong nodded again without asking more. He could not inquire too much about the private matters between Lin Tianhuo and his senior disciples; he only needed to convey Lin Tianhuo's message.

After instructing Wang Yaodong on these two matters, Lin Tianhuo turned back to continue enjoying the city view, occasionally sipping his wine, and said no more.

Wang Yaodong quietly left the room, personally drove to Mingzhu Airport, and arrived at the airport hall in about ten minutes.

Wang Yaodong had met the two internal members of the Tianji Pavilion who came to Mingzhu this time and had some understanding of them. One was called Wan Xiangcheng, one of Master Qingyuan's ten direct disciples, ranked sixth. According to the individual strength of the internal members of the Tianji Pavilion, Wan Xiangcheng's strength had reached the peak of the super-stage martial artist. The other was called Su Qing, the only female among Master Qingyuan's ten direct disciples, but her seniority and strength ranking were two places higher than Wan Xiangcheng, at fourth place, with her strength reaching the middle stage of the pre-heaven martial artist, two levels higher than Wan Xiangcheng.

As for Lin Tianhuo, his talent was not low, but he was the youngest and the most rebellious. His current strength and cultivation had just entered the initial stage of the super-stage martial artist.

After not waiting long, Wang Yaodong saw Lin Tianhuo's two senior disciples, Wan Xiangcheng and Su Qing, walk out of the airport hall. Despite their extraordinary status, members of the Tianji Pavilion generally kept a low profile. This time, they came to Mingzhu on the most ordinary economy class, without a private plane or any other special treatment.

Of course, Lin Tianhuo, with his rebellious and proud nature and love for luxury, was an exception. Many people knew that he was deeply favored by Master Qingyuan, so many people, including his senior disciples, turned a blind eye to his special treatment.

Seeing Wan Xiangcheng and Su Qing, Wang Yaodong quickly waved and warmly welcomed them. [First day of strong promotion, seeking all kinds of enthusiastic support!]

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