Chapter 1192: Chapter 852: The Intelligence Gap from Different Perspectives

“We’ve reached the State Capital, and the journey has been peaceful.”

Tao Yu’s Limbo avatar, transformed into ‘Teng Lianghong’, once again used the secret technique to mask himself as Tao Yu. Simultaneously, he employed anti-divination tools, traveling through the Starshine mist and reaching the State Capital once more.

Arriving in such a guise indeed left the real Tao Yu, hidden in the shadows, at a loss for words.

However, relying on the adjustment weight of the Saintly Position, Tao Yu wasn’t concerned about the potential detection by the State Capital’s Flame of Civilization, as his true self continued to silently follow from the shadows.

He didn’t intend to enter the State Capital himself; the Magic Ring had already been removed and was now carried by the Limbo avatar.

Thanks to the unique connection of the Magic Ring, the range of this Limbo avatar was enhanced, ensuring that even from outside the city, he could freely control the entire State Capital.

With the powerful computation power currently at his disposal, he could easily multitask.

It seems unfortunate that the bait failed…

“They’ve probably noticed something, but since they just lost one person, ‘I’ suddenly leaving the city might prompt them to make connections, possibly wondering about the purpose of my arrival now.”

Tao Yu pondered for a moment, but coming to the State Capital always meant there was something to be done. Verifying his identity and being observed and investigated for longer durations wasn’t a problem.

Leaving Starshine like this wasn’t unexpected either.

When two Catastrophe Level individuals leave, and one possesses a Saintly Object that perfectly complements them, having once instantly killed a Catastrophe Level being, with anti-divination to obscure detection.

If such a formation were still fearful, Catastrophe Level wouldn’t be worth much.

On the surface, Tao Yu was still a ‘new Catastrophe’, even with a Saintly Object. If ambushed without time to invoke it, major setbacks were still possible. Having another Catastrophe Level close by for cover significantly increased actual combat strength and the difficulty of assassinations, incomparable to being alone…

Having entered the city now, disguised as Newman, the ‘Star Killer’ seemed a bit helpless.

“It appears the clues and preparation time we left for the opposing side are insufficient. This son-in-law of the Suns has a perfectly matching Saintly Object to protect him, along with someone like me as an assistant. They probably can’t find a suitable method immediately.”

Star Killer couldn’t help but sigh, a slight worry appearing on his face.

Star Killer lacked the perspective that a Catastrophe Level opponent had already died, nor any intelligence suggesting the presence of Ming River nearby, so he could only think from other angles.

“Catastrophe Level individuals resisting the World Will’s backlash requires strict conditions. Actually, if we took a turn without drawing them out, it’s no big deal, but entering the State Capital and not handling business here would easily expose our identity.”

The Xuan Gui, always in the shadows, transmitted its voice subtly.

“Although I’m a Guest Elder, coming to the State Capital for some recon isn’t a big deal. Knowing their location is a slight concern, disguising yourself might expose you to those here since Tao Yu once lived in this place for a while.”

Star Killer reminded Tao Yu that failing to draw them out meant they certainly had contingency plans. Whatever was to be done had a general outline.

Anyway, roaming around reasonably was necessary, even if it meant maintaining the facade, since a fake was always at risk of exposure.

At this time, ‘Teng Lianghong’ spoke up,

“Forgot to tell you, I managed to dig up some old matters which could serve as an excuse to handle some affairs this side of the State Capital.”

“Oh? What’s that?”

Star Killer’s eyes gleamed slightly, Teng Lianghong seemed to be a lucky star!

“In the past, they ordered batches of counterfeit currency from an independent world, crafted by the Wanhuo Chamber of Commerce, with templates still available. Though I don’t know which independent world it’s from, ordering more should be fine.”

Tao Yu’s words made Xuan Gui in the shadows nod in approval.

This youngster is indeed meticulous, with an unblemished background, having grown up under Star Killer’s wing and progressed to Catastrophe Level, with a sense of belonging.

There’s a chance he could be brought back to headquarters to recognize the place.

“Then that’s settled, let’s not head to the base for now.”

…

Initially, due to limited space equipment, Tao Yu brought a lot of Gold Pounds, but relatively speaking, it wasn’t ‘a lot’, at least not enough to impact the entirety of Loen.

So later, although the counterfeit currency was detected, to prevent panic, it didn’t result in significant targeting.

But now, with plenty of space equipment, Tao Yu directly ordered twenty-five tons, approximately over two billion Gold Pounds.

Due to retained template records, the manufacturing speed was much quicker, printable at the Kukui.

No significant disturbances occurred during the process, though during the waiting period, the Wanhuo Chamber of Commerce specially hosted an event, with a Catastrophe Level steward personally arriving at the scene.

“Mr. Tao, visiting so discreetly is uncharacteristic of those flamboyant youngsters.”

Steward Jin seemed like a chubby, amiable gentleman, exuding an air of cheerfulness and congeniality.

His smile narrowed his eyes into slits, resembling a laughing Maitreya Buddha.

Tao Yu could sense that the other person likely possessed a natural innate ability similar to the Witch Path, exuding a natural sense of friendliness.

“After being in the Abyss for a while, I’m just out for a stroll.”

“Newly married, why didn’t you bring your wife along?”

“She still has some matters to handle on her side.”

Tao Yu chatted casually, smiling all the while, but using his talent for computation and skills, he subtly and continuously analyzed without drawing the other’s notice.

Judging whether the person was simply making small talk, probing for information, or harboring any ill-willed inquiries.