fictionpage Chapter 1731 - 1720: Passing By Each Other
Chapter 1731 - 1720: Passing By Each Other
There will be no trace left, achieving a state where no clues can be found. From the source, the possibility of mission leaks is completely eradicated.As long as the hunter accepting the mission doesn't disclose it proactively, it is basically possible to keep it completely confidential.
"What is this notice board?"
Ning Fan curiously looked at a notice board at the entrance.
"That is the task board. It mainly displays task codes, as well as the competency requirements for hunters involved in those tasks. If a hunter is interested in a task, they can go to the reception room for further details."
Looking at the empty notice board, Ander smiled and said, "It seems the task board won't be needed much longer."
Noticing the sincere smile, Ning Fan felt a great respect for the Exorcism Association.
As the saying goes, once the birds are gone, the bow is put away; when the cunning hare is dead, the hounds are cooked.
The existence of the Exorcism Association is precisely for the purpose of eradicating demonic entities.
However, the upper echelon of the Exorcism Association can still have such a broad view even when they've lost this very purpose.
Ning Fan deeply admired this kind of outlook.
"Cooperating with the Blood Clan must have been a last resort."
At this moment, Ning Fan somewhat understood the well-intentioned efforts of the Exorcism Association.
With so many Alien Clans under the heavens, blindly exterminating them – given the strength of the Exorcism Association – how many could they possibly kill?
By using the Blood Clan's hand to unify the management of all Alien Clans, although it might allow the Alien Clans to grow stronger, at least it spares innocent people from unexpected calamities.
The true purpose of the Exorcism Association is to protect humans from the ravages of the Alien Clans.
"How many hunters does the Exorcism Association have...?"
Before finishing the question, Ning Fan quickly apologized, "Sorry, I shouldn't have asked that question."
"Anyway, it's not a secret."
Ander laughed heartily, "There are 1,320 active hunters. Among them, Golden Hunters comprise the majority."
The hunters' badges are divided into three grades: Bronze, Gold, and Diamond.
The ranking of hunters in the Exorcism Association is not determined solely by strength.
It is based on accumulated task points and personal strength.
By assessing these two elements, it is determined whether a promotion is granted.
Alice, although nearly approaching Earl strength, only has a symbolic bronze badge because she hasn't participated in any missions.
Ma Fei'er, and Duke whom I met earlier, are all Golden Hunters, largely due to task points.
Ning Fan suddenly asked, "Are there many Eastern hunters?"
"There are some, mainly from Huaxia, Fusang, Tianzhu, and other countries."
After speaking, Ander smiled and said, "I understand something about your intentions. From the Huaxia Exorcist Ma Family, only a person named Ma Fei'er serves as a Golden Hunter at the association."
This was something William and Andrew entrusted Ander to investigate.
With a tight heart, Ning Fan quickly asked, "Where is she now?"
"She left a week ago after completing her mission."
"Left? Where did she go?"
"I don't know about that."
Ander apologetically said, "Except for missions, we don't meddle in the hunters' personal affairs."
"Do you know anything about the Exorcist Ma Family?"
Ander shook his head and said candidly, "We don't investigate the background of hunters. Moreover, even if we knew, we wouldn't disclose such information. I hope you can understand this."
"I apologize for the impudence."
Ning Fan gave Ander a meaningful look. He could ascertain that the Exorcism Association definitely knew the situation of the Ma Family.
Ma Fei'er is not a wanderer; the Ma Family behind her has had dealings with the Exorcism Association for a thousand years.
To say that no information was left behind, Ning Fan couldn't possibly believe it.
This is also why he insisted on seeking Ma Fei'er's whereabouts from the Exorcism Association.
But the Exorcism Association and Ander left Ning Fan with a rather good impression.
In such circumstances, Ning Fan wasn't about to foolishly resort to forceful threats against the association to seize information.
"Originally, I thought it was just a pretentious organization, but now I have no reason to be angry."
Thinking of this, Ning Fan felt a wave of depression, letting out a sigh, "Ah! Just ten days short. Now I don't know where to find her?"
The collaboration between the Exorcism Association and the Alien Clan is imminent, and apart from the final intelligence-gathering mission, all other clearance-related tasks have been halted,
If nothing unexpected happens, no more exorcism tasks will be issued in the future, making it unnecessary for Ma Fei'er to remain.
Seeing Ning Fan's disappointed face, Alice felt a sudden pang of inexplicable anguish, forcing a smile, "Don't be discouraged, Miss Ma might come back to take on another mission, and at that time we can have Grandpa Ander notify you."
"That's no problem, it doesn't go against the association's rules."
Ander said outwardly, but he was skeptical inside.
Unless the cooperation with the Blood Clan breaks down, the Exorcism Association will never issue any tasks related to the Alien Clan.
"Perhaps."
Ning Fan regained a bit of confidence, "Mr. Ander, I'd like to trouble you. If Ma Fei'er returns to Ryan Town, please pass along a message for me, saying that a friend with the surname Ning is looking for her."
It's only been ten days; there's a chance Ma Fei'er might come back for a look.
After all, this could be considered a place she once called home.
Ander nodded, "Rest assured. I will keep this in mind."
"Thank you very much."
Just then, Rachel suddenly said out of nowhere, "I don't think that Miss Ma will come back anymore."
"Why?"
Ning Fan, excited, turned his head, scaring Rachel to quickly burrow into Alice's arms.
Rachel said pitifully, "Alice, he scared me."
Seeing the little one about to cry, Ning Fan quickly said, "Sorry, my bad. I didn't mean to."
"Yes, you did."
"I really didn't mean it. Will you tell me, please?"
"You scared me so much I forgot."
Looking at the childlike Rachel, the helpless Ning Fan suddenly had an idea. He quickly put down the shopping bag, pulling out an extra-large bag of chips.
Ning Fan opened the bag with a charming smile, "Rachel, this is for you. Will you forgive me?"
Smelling the aroma of the chips, Rachel occasionally leaned her head over,
Her eyes darting between the chips and Ning Fan, as if hesitating whether to forgive.
"There are other flavors too."
As he said this, Ning Fan opened another bag.
"My favorite tomato flavor."
Rachel exclaimed, unable to resist temptation any longer, she dove into the chips bag.
Before long, Rachel floated out with a handful of chips, slowly savoring them.
The anxious Ning Fan, waiting until the crunching of the chips stopped, then sheepishly smiled, "Adorable Rachel, can you forgive me now? These chips were all prepared for you."
Rachel had two great hobbies: one was eating chips, and the other was loving to be called "adorable."