For Rolf Robertson, if it were just an ordinary event, he would have welcomed it. Such events stimulated consumption significantly, bringing substantial income to the Ancient City. There would be no major concerns about security-just deploy additional personnel, perhaps borrow some security personnel from neighboring cities.
However, the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking Tournament qualifiers were different. Participants were martial artists, and not just ordinary ones; War God level would probably be the lowest standard. The Ancient City’s security forces, with War God level as the highest, would find it challenging to control these people.
Even if he could control them, he wouldn’t dare to do so recklessly. Who knew if he might offend someone from a superpower? If things went south, there was a possibility of his governor’s mansion being overturned!
Therefore, he had no choice but to seek help from the capital.
The capital’s response was simple: find a solution himself. However, they did offer a suggestion-ask SHADOW for help.
As a result, Billy received a call from Soul Chaser.
“Soul Chaser, what’s up?” Billy had just arrived in Judge’s office and sat down when his phone rang.
“Boss, Rolf Robertson just came to see me.” Soul Chaser replied. “He wants SHADOW’s help to maintain order in the Ancient City during these days.”
“As expected,” Billy said with a faint smile. He had anticipated this. For an event of this level, the Ancient City’s existing security forces were almost negligible. Rolf Robertson could only request support from the capital, and the capital would, in turn, direct him to seek help from SHADOW.
“Boss, should we agree?” Soul Chaser continued to ask.
“Mm,” Billy nodded in response. “Give Azure Fang and the others a call. In each of SHADOW’s five districts, mobilize all brothers with War God level or above to the Ancient City. Additionally, send another ten thousand brothers from each district.”
Maintaining social stability and punishing evildoers was SHADOW’s responsibility. Moreover, Billy had a relatively favorable impression of Rolf Robertson. He could be considered a person of importance. Therefore, whether from a public or private perspective, he wouldn’t refuse.
“Understood!” Soul Chaser nodded and then asked, “Boss, when do you plan to arrive in the Ancient City?”
“This afternoon,” Billy replied.
“Alright!” Soul Chaser said before ending the call.
With Billy’s order, elite forces from SHADOW’s five districts, a total of fifty thousand, were selected and dispatched to the Ancient City. Upon receiving Soul Chaser’s response, Rolf Robertson felt relieved. Fifty thousand SHADOW members were more effective than the five hundred thousand under his command. Most importantly, SHADOW personnel dared to manage anyone, regardless of their background. As long as they dared to cause trouble, they would be severely punished!
On the same day, nearing evening, Billy, Casey, and Stout arrived at the SHADOW base in the Ancient City.
After getting off the helicopter, the thousand SHADOW members in the base simultaneously bowed in salute.
“No need for too many formalities. Get back to your duties!” Billy waved his hand.
“Thank you, Commander!” They shouted in unison before dispersing.
“Boss!” Azure Fang and the others hurriedly approached.
“Let’s talk inside!” Billy nodded and led the group towards the conference hall.
Shortly after entering the hall, SHADOW Inspector, Gene Hoo, poured tea for everyone.
“Azure Fang, not bad. You’ve successfully broken through!” Sitting down, Billy looked at Azure Fang and smiled.
A month ago, Billy had instructed Azure Dragon, Black Tortoise, and Azure Fang to stay in Heartbreak Valley until they reached the War God-Emperor realm. Checking Azure Fang’s cultivation now, it was as he expected: he had officially entered the God-Emperor rank.
“Thank you, boss!” Azure Fang smiled and replied, “Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise have also successfully broken through!”
“Really?” Billy showed a pleased expression. “It’s not in vain that you three stayed in Heartbreak Valley. The Spirit Spring has lived up to expectations.”
Afterward, he turned to Frostblade and said, “Frostblade, you’re doing well too. You’re already at the half-step War God-Emperor level!”
“Thank you for your praise, boss!” Frostblade smiled in response.
“Orchid, why didn’t my sister come with you?” Stout asked Night Orchid at this moment.
“Ivy will probably arrive tomorrow,” Night Orchid replied after sipping tea. “According to her, the Prime Minister might come personally to oversee the event, so she needs to accompany him.”
“Oh?” Billy raised his eyebrows slightly. “The Prime Minister is coming too?”
Night Orchid nodded.
“What about Bob and your cool-playing companion? Why haven’t I seen them?” Stout asked again, clicking his tongue.
Frostblade couldn’t help but chuckle.
“Stout, you seem to be itching for trouble!” Night Orchid blushed slightly and looked at Billy.
“Boss, both Bob and IAN will probably arrive tomorrow. It’s said that Lord Hum and Grand Elder will also accompany them, so they’ll be coming together,” she explained.
“I see.” Billy smiled slightly.
“Boss, are we all participating in the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking Tournament this time?” Judge asked.
“It’s a good opportunity for practice. Since we’re here, let’s give it a try!” Billy nodded.
Everyone nodded.
“Soul Chaser, give Rolf a call. Ask him to help register everyone’s names.” Billy instructed, looking at Soul Chaser.
“Got it!” Soul Chaser nodded and sent a message.
“When will Azure Dragon and the others arrive?” Night Orchid continued to ask.
“They’re on their way and should arrive tonight.” Billy replied.
Billy had already spoken with three people over the phone. They all had some matters to handle, so they would set off a bit later.
“Soul Chaser, any movements from the Northfortia people in these past few days?” Billy continued to inquire.
“For now, nothing. They’re all staying in the hotel, rarely coming out,” Soul Chaser shook his head.
“Keep a close eye on them. We’ll settle it tonight!” Billy nodded slightly and gave instructions.
“Got it!” Soul Chaser responded with a nod.
At that moment, the phone of the nearby Gene Hoo rang.
“Is there something?” Gene answered the call and asked. After hearing what the other party said at the other end of the phone, his brows furrowed slightly in less than a minute. Then, he spoke into the receiver, “I got it. Tell our guys not to get into conflict with them for now. I’ll report to Commander Gardner right away.”
After hanging up the phone, he looked at Billy, “Commander, there are martial artists causing trouble, injuring quite a few ordinary people.”
“Do you know who they are?” Soul Chaser furrowed his brows and asked.
“Not clear for now!” Gene shook his head. “According to the brothers below, the person who made the move is quite skilled, and two SHADOW brothers were also injured.”
“Casey, take Azure Fang and the others out to investigate. Find out which aristocratic families and sects have come to the Ancient City.” Billy stood up with a slight frown.
“Stout and Soul Chaser, come with me to the scene.”
“Understood!” everyone responded simultaneously.
Two minutes later, Billy and the other two got into the car, and Gene stepped on the accelerator.