Regardless of whether it's the Dark Night Rose or Yuan Shi Tian Zun, both are extremely eye-catching "tags." As soon as the posts went live, readership surged by hundreds per second, and comment numbers continued to climb steadily. Within ten minutes, there were already three or four hundred comments. By 9:30, after the morning rush ended and most people settled into their offices or woke up from sleep, the post had accumulated over 999 comments. [The Sovereign Has a Sickness: Front row! Why is it always about Yuan Shi Tian Zun again? I’ve grown tired of his news stories. I’ll just keep an eye on it and check later at work.] [Little Pig George: Indeed, in the past few days, Yuan Shi Tian Zun has been involved in so many events—it feels like he’s constantly stirring up trouble. It's never quiet.] Since Yuan Shi Tian Zun became an official Pilgrim, there have been frequent events related to him—each one a significant matter. Many forum members feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of stories; it seems endless. Fortunately, the recent Evil Organization Trials have generated daily incidents of hunts and counter-hunts across various regions, sparking substantial online discussions that help absorb some of this attention. During calmer times, there would surely be a wave of complaints: "We’re sick of it!" The post is long and describes how, following the Large Health Checkup, the senior management at the Place Branch has decided to conduct an in-depth investigation of mid- and lower-level staff members—carefully screening for any potential hidden threats. As a result, they have appointed Yuan Shi Tian Zun—an individual with clean credentials and outstanding capabilities—to undertake this covert investigation. Through Yuan Shi Tian Zun’s tireless efforts and the 007-style dedication of his team, one target has finally been identified: the Chief of the Zhishake Palace, Che Yu Yue. A detailed list of incidents is presented, including testimony from female victims. The content leaves readers deeply unsettled and profoundly alarming. [Looking Ahead: Is this something a conventional Orderly Profession could achieve? How did he manage to reach such a high position as a Chief when the senior elders should have been investigated? Ah yes—officials are also Orderly, so they operate in their own way; they’re often bloated and overburdened with office work, siphoning away public resources.] [Go Through Hard Times: Brother, be careful what you say. But this Che Yu Yue is no ordinary person—he’s truly unbearable. I’m convinced he should be executed right now—my blood pressure has skyrocketed. I undergo a health checkup every year, yet there are still so many underperforming individuals doing nothing. Could it be that the Large Health Checkups are merely symbolic? I have reason to suspect the senior leadership may actually be involved.] #The Sovereign Has a Sickness is temporarily muted for ten minutes# #Go Through Hard Times is muted for thirty minutes# These two most vocal contributors received mutes of ten and thirty minutes respectively from the forum administrators—offering them a "muted package" tailored to their sharpness. [The Sovereign Has a Sickness: The two brothers above are rather extreme. Orderly professionals aren’t saints—they have human flaws, and it’s simply about opportunity. It’s hard to eliminate all underperformers, which is why we conduct regular health checks every year—continually removing bad practices. This persistent commitment is truly vital. Moreover, Che Yu Yue belongs to the Dark Night Rose—so perhaps that organization is particularly troubling. From now on, whenever I meet someone from them, I’ll have to act decisively. Speaking of which, I retract my earlier criticism—the Yuan Shi Tian Zun has done an excellent job. Events like these are precisely what we need more of—and I’ll never get tired of seeing them.] [Little Pig George: The Dark Night Rose’s infiltration of our Five Elements Alliance is truly concerning—another Chief. I’ve read the post multiple times and feel energized and satisfied with the outcome, yet I’m disappointed that it doesn’t present a detailed account of the actual events. Have you noticed? When Che Yu Yue was captured on-site, he was an actual Sage—a high-ranking official. How did Yuan Shi Tian Zun accomplish this?] [Jiang Yang: The post mentions that evidence gathering was done individually—but it doesn’t say that Che Yu Yue himself was taken by individual effort. Oh well—I’d be much more motivated if I had such a dedicated teammate.] [The Sentimental Jeanne: Wow, I’ve completely changed my view of Yuan Shi Tian Zun. I used to think of him as brilliant and well-groomed—but never imagined his character could be so outstanding—such integrity! While there may be many talented individuals, it’s the ones who uphold order that truly command our respect. The senior leadership at the Place Branch is certainly doing their part—the outcome feels deeply satisfying.] [Call Me Queen: After reading this, I find it hard to believe how a Chief could become so aggressive and dysfunctional. Yuan Shi Tian Zun is truly one of my top choices as a man—excellent! He will surely rise in rank—and I’d like to transfer to the Place Branch.] [Bow Princess: Indeed, while the case involving Che Yu Yue is frustrating, it’s clear that the Place Branch is committed to eliminating long-standing issues. This level of initiative deserves recognition—it surpasses what we see at our own branch, where nearly every official appears corrupt. I suspect many of them are actually members of the Dark Night Rose. Therefore, I recommend transferring Yuan Shi Tian Zun directly to investigate this matter.] Yuan Shi Tian Zun’s reputation has now become radiant—praise is widespread. This differs from the acclaim he received after killing Li Xianzong and serving as a public face for official criticism—the former praise focused on qualities such as “strength” and “talent,” carrying an element of admiration tinged with hesitation. In contrast, addressing root problems and promoting justice strengthens one’s personal character and moral integrity. Although such individuals are vulnerable when they fail, once their moral principles are consistently upheld, they become a golden hallmark—steadily accumulating influence that makes their position unshakable over time. Beyond praising Yuan Shi Tian Zun, the Place Branch has also received significant acclaim. Look at how they respond—identifying harmful individuals and taking decisive action. This is precisely what senior leadership should embody: as long as the root causes remain intact, even minor problems will eventually be brought to justice. [Call Me Queen: I recently gathered intelligence on Che Yu Yue’s background—do you know? He used to be a junior spouse of the Zhu family, then divorced and joined our Five Elements Alliance—reports suggest he maintains close ties with the Zhu household.] [The Sovereign Has a Sickness: Ah—the Zhu family junior spouse. That explains his unruly behavior. Without such a solid background, how could anyone dare act so boldly?] [Bow Princess: Divorced? Which Zhu daughter was he married to?] [Call Me Queen: The younger sister of the Zhu household head—her reputation in the circle isn’t particularly strong. It’s said she enjoys maintaining relationships with young men—especially those who are not high-ranking—and has notable personal issues. Furthermore, she's quite eccentric—she often abuses her male companions. I just discovered that last year, she pushed a young man to the point of complete humiliation—with extreme cruelty. Does it make sense that Che Yu Yue suffered from this marital pressure? And the post mentions Che Yu Yue’s preference for abusing women—well, I can’t go on discussing this any further. If anyone wishes to learn more, please reach out to me privately.] ... In a dimly lit study room. A yellow desk lamp casts a soft glow over the computer screen. A large guardian dressed in a cloak sits at the table reading an email. The email contains exactly what was discussed on the Five Elements Alliance Forum—the post about Che Yu Yue—along with an official Pilgrim’s reply criticizing the Dark Night Rose. As he reads, the folds of his hood tighten and the skin beneath his lips gently contracts. “Those senior elders at the Place Branch—they’re truly shameless… they’ve pushed all their grievances onto us!” “Their dirty laundry is always spilled on our shoulders—especially since we don’t have a dominant voice in public discourse.” A slow exhalation escapes him. Perfect timing—he’s just about to host an internal competition among the official teams; it will be a pleasant surprise for them. “Ding-ding-ding…” The sound of a smartphone alert breaks the quiet. He picks up the communication device by his side, checks the caller ID, and answers. “Master Guardian, I’ve heard about it—the Place Branch has treated us unfairly. They've not only pushed us to the edge but have also caused another loss for our Dark Night Rose—a Sage has been harmed. This insult must be avenged!” The voice on the other end is filled with rising anger. “…” A slight twitch occurs at the corner of his mouth. The Dark Night Rose is a secret organization—its members do not frequently communicate with one another, interacting only through direct superior links. Beyond the leader, only three Guardians have access to mid- and lower-level member information. Therefore, even for a Sage-level member, the entire network’s size and distribution remain largely unknown across various organizations and positions. “But still—Che Yu Yue is truly quite unusual. His methods of accumulating wealth are numerous—but he chooses the most deplorable ones. How could we have recruited such a failure?” “…” He takes a deep breath—the tone low and strained: “Are you very busy? Has Fu Qingyang been killed yet? Has Yuan Shi Tian Zun also been eliminated?” “Well…?” The subordinate pauses, momentarily confused—believing the Master Guardian had possibly lost an important piece of his strategic plan. Master Guardian doesn’t elaborate further—he simply ends the call with a firm silence. ... On Hui Tong Road in Kangyang District. A young man wearing a sports headband and labor protection uniform sweeps diligently, meticulously removing dust and garbage from the street surface. For years, King of the Magical Eye has remained deeply passionate about cleaning—not just physical waste but also human-made clutter—dedicating himself to restoring cleanliness wherever possible. As long as he can make the world cleaner, he is unwavering in his efforts. Of course, sweeping city streets itself is a noble act that contributes to moral credit—even if only modestly and time-consuming. Yet King of the Magical Eye’s mission during his stay in the Place is one of searching for people amid vast seas—his daily activity of sweeping while simultaneously seeking individuals does not conflict with this goal. Occasionally, he offers assistance to elderly pedestrians—gently criticizing those who show disrespect—for every such interaction, he might give them a few firm reminders or even mark them for future follow-up, accumulating moral points until the time comes to take action. At that moment, his smartphone in his pocket buzzes. He straightens up, holds the broom, and picks up the phone to answer. “Master, we’ve gathered intelligence on Yuan Shi Tian Zun and Zhishake Palace. A junior member of the Orderly Organization recently revealed that several Zhishake Palace members have appeared at an underground market in Kangyang District—purchasing a large quantity of materials, seemingly preparing to leave the Place.” “Oh?” The King of the Magical Eye smiles. “Are they planning to evacuate? What about Yuan Shi Tian Zun?” “The information on Yuan Shi Tian Zun is more complex—it’s difficult to convey through spoken account alone—I’ve already forwarded it to your email.” The King of the Magical Eye doesn’t respond—he simply hangs up and opens his email, downloads the attached file. Titles: Dark Night Rose, Yuan Shi Tian Zun… He glances at the headings—then proceeds to read the content. The document is precisely the post from the Five Elements Alliance Forum detailing the crimes of the Zhishake Palace Chief, Che Yu Yue. Initially expressionless, his face grows increasingly grave as he reads the words "indecent conduct," "injury to women"—his eyes grow fierce, almost overflowing with rage. Underneath his headband, his magical eye rapidly pulses—seeming to break free of its seal and begin expressing its fury against injustice. He gently presses one hand against his forehead while continuing to read—and soon reaches the summary of Yuan Shi Tian Zun’s solo investigation into the criminal headquarters, culminating in a decisive confrontation where he captures Che Yu Yue alive. As he reads on, his gaze gradually calms—the intensity of his anger begins to fade. He lets out a short breath: “Well done—he truly is a paragon of virtue.” This aligns with what the King has gathered—Yuan Shi Tian Zun has no documented flaws in his record and maintains an impeccable case history. The only challenge he’s faced recently has been finding reasons not to kill Yuan Shi Tian Zun. “Perhaps it would be appropriate for me to bring him back to the Commander-in-Chief’s office—to share this cleansing journey with a fellow participant…” He pauses, then dials his subordinate’s phone. “There are three tasks you must carry out: First, investigate Yuan Shi Tian Zun’s personal background. Second, gather all available intelligence on the Dark Night Rose—identify any members and eliminate them without exception. Third, collect detailed information about the powerful figures involved in the Che Yu Yue case.” “Yes!” ... At the Fu Family Village Villa. Zhang Yuanqing sits in his study, sipping a fine cup of tea, enjoying summer treats served by the Rabbit Dancer. By his side is Guan Ya; facing them is Ling Jun and Li Dongze. Ling Jun murmurs: “Fu Qingyang truly excels at navigating corporate politics—he’s unscrupulous, very unscrupulous—his actions remind me of a specific anecdote.” “What anecdote?” Zhang Yuanqing stirs a spoonful of ice cream and asks. “Oh—the flood story—I’ve just forgotten the details,” Ling Jun says, chewing thoughtfully. “What about the Enchantment Demon? Has Fu Qingyang proposed any plan for handling her?” “No—he intends to wait until I personally invite him to discuss it.” Zhang Yuanqing replies. At that moment, he receives a notification from the Spirit Realm: [+2000 Morality Points] Indeed—morality points have been added, and quite generously—two thousand points… Zhang Yuanqing is amazed. He had correctly anticipated that doing good deeds isn’t limited to simple donations or helping an elderly person cross the street. Punishing wrongdoing is also a significant good deed. Now it appears that only when such major cases are concluded with finality will the moral credits be fully calculated—during ongoing investigations, no settlement occurs. So—is it rewarded upon killing a wrongdoer, or only after the case is formally resolved and publicly announced? If the latter, then the Chief’s estimation of Yuan Shi Tian Zun's moral value may have been inaccurate. “Oh! I’ve just earned three hundred points—quite impressive. The damage to an officer has been restored—and now there’s even a profit.” Ling Jun also receives her notification, beaming with satisfaction. Li Dongze admired with longing: "I've only awarded 30 points of moral value, since I haven't done anything remarkable at all." Guan Ya smiled gracefully: "Chief, I've earned 60 points." Lao Si Ji took a sip of juice and turned her head to look at Zhang Yuanqing beside her: "Yuan Shi, shouldn't you have awarded quite a few points? How many moral values has the Spirit Realm granted?" The person named Lingjun and Li Dongze both looked on with keen curiosity.