Hypnosis is actually a very simple technique anyone can learn the basics.
But mastering it is much more difficult.
Even someone as strong as Vyea had already reached a beginner level in hypnosis during her Brave days years ago. Making the target relax their guard and perform shallow guided questioning was a piece of cake for her.
However, true mastery was too troublesome and required extensive reading and practice.
Moreover, in the eyes of the public, those who master hypnosis are never good people. Each one is scheming and ruthless, killing without a trace.
The reason Vyea learned this crooked skill back then was mainly to assist Flavail.
Unfortunately, it had been far too long since she last used it.
She was a bit rusty.
To the point where even Xiaolu, standing nearby, was unsure if this group of Night Watchmen was intimidated by her or actually hypnotized.
“I ask. You answer.”
As the rain began to lessen, the impatience in Vyea’s heart gradually faded. Right now, she felt genuinely calm inside.
Having lived through her past life, Vyea was also a mature woman in her thirties!
What kind of storms hadn’t she seen?
Why bother quarreling with these kids who weren’t even as old as her?
The night street was silent without a single sound. A group of Night Watchmen lay face down on the ground in a humiliating manner, guarding the white-haired little girl standing among them.
That little girl stood with her hands on her hips, lecturing them. Though young and cute in appearance, she carried the authority of a leader inspecting her subordinates’ posts.
“What kind of work are you Night Watchmen doing? Your squad on a joint mission lost contact, and you didn’t even notice?!”
“S-sorry!”
The little leader among the Night Watchmen muttered softly while lying on the ground. He didn’t know why he was afraid of this smug little brat in front of him, why he apologized after being scolded. He just felt her power was unbelievable, suspected she had some huge backing, and was so suppressed that he didn’t even dare think about resisting.
Boo hoo hoo.
The seniors were right after all.
In this day and age, anyone who dares to walk alone at night is no pushover.
The little leader trembled nervously, “Each squad has its own mission. Without notification from superiors, what can a small Squad Leader like me do?”
This really wasn’t her concern, but since Vyea had some history with the Night Watchmen organization, she asked with a hint of reproach:
“When you found your teammates missing, you couldn’t even report it? An organization that used to have strict discipline is so lax inside now? I’m deeply disappointed…”
“And you even have…”
“Ah, yes, yes, you’re right, Ma’am! We’ll take off our clothes now and stand in the rain to purify the filth on us!”
“Ugh! Who told you to strip on the street?! That’s an eyesore!”
“Ah, yes, yes, Ma’am, you’re right! We’re useless—we’re city garbage, unrecyclable wet trash. So could you please let us stop kneeling now?” The little leader of the Night Watchmen forced a smile.
Though the brat on the opposite side was lofty and invincible, her behavior was good. Not only did she point out the unclean Evil God aura clinging to them, but she also thoughtfully helped them eliminate it—an act of great kindness!
Unfortunately, after losing faith in the Night Hero, the once strictly disciplined Night Watchmen organization had long since fallen apart, fractured within.
The Black Knights, the strongest fighters among the Night Watchmen, had collectively deserted to patrol the four borders. The senior executives responsible for managing and maintaining the organization’s operations had jumped ship one after another, leaving those who remained to form factions and stir chaos.
What remained now was just a rotten shell.
“My Lady!”
The smiling Night Watchmen leader suddenly became emotional, as if he saw the shadow of the Strongest Hero in Vyea. His voice choked with emotion, he said,
“What will become of the loyal Night Watchmen organization devoted to humanity…”
Sadness is contagious. The other Night Watchmen didn’t know why their leader suddenly choked up and was overwhelmed with sorrow, but for now, their best choice was to obediently follow their leader and remain the kneeling clan in the water.
Plop!
Plop!
“Wait, did I tell you to kneel…?”
Just now they were fighting and insulting me, and now they’ve changed their faces?
Don’t people lose points for sudden mood swings in games?
Vyea stepped back to avoid having any of them suddenly collapse onto her lap crying.
What the heck? Someone not knowing this might even think I’m bullying them…
Facing this former fan club, Vyea’s cold face became stern.
She snapped her Black Umbrella shut with a click, tapping the tip straight down onto the ground.
Bang!
“Stand up. No kneeling—”
Suddenly!
As Vyea was lecturing the Night Watchmen, alarm bells rang loudly in her heart!
The empty alley echoed with the sound of rainwater rushing toward the drains. If one listened closely, they could even hear the Night Watchmen’s fearful gasps.
On the path Vyea had just taken, a black spot appeared.
That black spot grew larger and moved faster.
Vyea swallowed the words on her tongue and slowly turned around.
The black spot gradually took shape. From afar, one could see the figure of a person.
The silhouette didn’t walk—its toes floated about five or six centimeters above the ground.
It moved calmly toward them with steady, even speed.
“Ye Ye Sister! Run!” Xiaolu suddenly shouted, her voice trembling unexpectedly. “She’s coming for you!”
Vyea’s expression grew grave as well.
Why was Xiaolu so urgent to get her away?
Could there really be an enemy in this world who posed a direct threat to her?
Huh? Coming for me…
Vyea paused in confusion. Had the pursuers from the Arbitration Office really arrived so fast? No, that couldn’t be!
The light rain brought by the super-tier magic had already ceased.
The blurry figure became clearer.
It was a young girl.
A girl dressed in a black dress, smiling softly.