Who says I can't become a Grand Master?

Chapter 123 The Core of Tongtian TC City

Chapter 124 The Core of Tongtian TC City

"Yes, there are indeed signs of that." Xia Qiwei did not deny it.

"What if the disaster really gets out of control—"

Zhang Qingzhe's voice lowered as images of Green Island City's street scenes, academies, and familiar faces flashed before his eyes. "Will Green Island City—be destroyed—?"

This is the city he finally adapted to and began to feel a sense of belonging to.

Here are his school, classmates, friends, teachers, his "home," and his "younger sister" who needs his protection.

He really didn't want to lose all of this.

"You don't need to worry about that for now."

Xia Qiwei's tone softened, carrying a reassuring certainty, "The Witch Sisters Association and the Card Master Association regularly organize high-level combat forces to enter the Dragon Disaster Zone to carry out cleanup operations and slow down its spread."

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"But it's only a delay," right?

Zhang Qingzhe astutely grasped the key point: "Ultimately—is there any fundamental solution?"

"The final solution—" Xia Qiwei freed one finger and pointed to the distant horizon outside the car window, "is that it."

Zhang Qingzhe looked in the direction of her slender fingers.

As dusk fell, the outline of the giant "Tower of Babel," which was under construction day and night and was already taking shape, stood majestically against the backdrop of the city.

That's the future "urban core" of Green Island City.

Xia Qiwei explained, "Once the tower is completed, the specially made 'Heart of the City' card will be placed on top of the tower and successfully activated, forming a stable and massive barrier that will fundamentally suppress the expansion of the 'Dragon Plague Zone'."

Zhang Qingzhe gazed at the giant shadow in the distance, a symbol of hope.

After a long while, he nodded heavily.

"I hope everything goes well."

"Yes."

Xia Qiwei glanced at him.

He suddenly laughed, his tone unusually gentle, "I didn't expect you, lazybones, to have such an affection for this city."

Zhang Qingzhe paused for a moment, then smiled softly.

"Yes," he replied softly, "I guess I'm a bit of a homebody."

—Although, strictly speaking, he has only been in this world and integrated into this "family" for less than a year.

"Then you'd better work hard."

Xia Qiwei looked ahead again, her voice filled with anticipation, "If you can truly advance to the [Prime Minister] rank, you will also need to take turns guarding the 'Heart of the City' in the future, contributing your strength to the survival of all humanity."

"I will."

Zhang Qingzhe quietly clenched his fist, and a certain determination became clearer and firmer.

Looking back on his experiences, he realized more clearly how fragile ordinary people's lives are in the face of such extraordinary threats as the "Dragon Disaster".

Only those "Card Masters" who have mastered the secrets of the cards can truly contend with them.

The ancient hatred between dragons and humans seems to be etched into their very bones, and can never be reconciled.

Dragons view humans as lambs and ants, while humans fight for survival and freedom.

In this long history of conflict that has lasted for tens of thousands of years, countless heroic epics have been staged, and countless silent sacrifices have been buried.

Seeing Zhang Qingzhe's serious expression, Xia Qiwei suddenly burst out laughing.

"Hey, stop making that tragic hero look on your face," she teased softly. "It's like a kid worrying about international affairs; it's kind of funny."

Zhang Qingzhe shook his head helplessly.

He realized that no matter how serious the topic, as long as he was with the "Great Witch," the tone would always be swayed.

"Oh, right!"

After laughing, Xia Qiwei straightened her expression and reiterated, "The historical secrets I just told you are all controlled information. Keep them to yourself; never divulge them, understand?"

"I understand." Zhang Qingzhe nodded solemnly.

He fully understood the importance of secrecy—these truths, which defy common sense, could become widely known once they were disseminated.

It is very likely that social order will be destroyed from within before the dragon disaster actually arrives.

"And then there's what happened today."

Xia Qiwei continued, "Although you acted bravely, successfully slaying the dragon and protecting innocent civilians, due to various considerations, the relevant information will likely be suppressed." In other words—you probably won't be able to be a hero.

Zhang Qingzhe shrugged indifferently.

Instead of feeling regretful, he felt a sense of relief.

This was exactly what he wanted.

He never wanted to be in the spotlight.

His ideal pace is to quietly improve his skills, secretly study the "world cards," and steadily move forward step by step.

The city outside the car window was bathed in the glow of the evening lights.

Gazing at the lights he was determined to protect, Zhang Qingzhe felt a sense of peace and resolve. On his way back, he saw many rescue convoys speeding past, all heading towards the park.

A tense atmosphere permeated the city.

The number of patrol cars has increased significantly, flashing red and blue lights as they shuttle through the streets.

Although the citizens were not clear about the specifics of what had happened, their keen intuition had been awakened.

A subtle, almost imperceptible wariness crept into the eyes of many people.

Zhang Qingzhe couldn't help but wonder, if the city hall wanted to quell the chaos this time, what excuse would they come up with to cover it up?

The gas company probably can't take the blame.

With so many witnesses at the time, all sorts of rumors must have been flying around by now.

As he approached the residential area, he noticed that the security guards were much more vigilant, and even delivery drivers were being kept outside.

However, when the red Porsche approached, the security guard still politely raised the barrier.

Zhang Qingzhe felt somewhat helpless.

He really wanted to ask: Does driving a nice car necessarily make someone a good person?

Xia Qiwei parked her car in the same spot as before, directly facing the "Central Intelligence Agency" in the neighborhood.

The middle-aged women, who were exchanging gossip, witnessed this scene for the second time and unanimously craned their necks to see what the woman in the driver's seat looked like.

Just then, a figure passing in front of them quietly stole everyone's attention.

The women shifted their gaze from the Porsche and smiled as they looked at the girl.

"Suzuki, you're home from school?"

Zhang Lingyue was wearing her school uniform today, with almost no makeup on her face, and her neat single ponytail swayed gently behind her head.

Her hair was adorned with many ornaments, all of which were amulets with mystical connotations.

This is a common hobby that is ingrained in almost all witches!

The purity of a girl's "witch" bloodline can even be determined by the number of amulets she possesses.

Beneath the hem of her skirt were a pair of white stockings, like carefully wrapped popsicle sticks, with only a faint rosy fold showing at the knees.

She exuded the youthful innocence and vitality of a young girl, possessing a charm that would make her future mother-in-law fall in love at first sight.

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