Myriad Realms Gatekeeper-Chapter 998 - 469: Inauguration and Her Arrival!_2

On the card’s front was an illustration of a pair of handcuffs and a short iron staff.

The card’s back showed an iron-barred gate.

At the bottom of the card, small text appeared:

"Prison Patrol."

Just four words. No explanation.

But the image on the card, combined with these four words, was enough to indicate the profession it represented.

Father Shen Shi’an was a street patrol officer. And I’d be a prison patrol?

No.

Shen Ye’s eyes flickered. He observed the cards for a moment, then suddenly reached out and plucked one.

Another card appeared in his hand.

The front of this card depicted a microphone, while the back was a neon-lit stage under vibrant colors.

"Singer-Dancer."

Hmph.

Tempting.

But under the current social climate, whether it’s the Cosmic Will or the Ultimate Creation, the focus won’t be on this kind of thing.

Maybe someday, after world peace, I can start a career and host concerts.

But not now.

Shen Ye released the card, letting it fly back as he refocused his gaze on the swirling array of cards.

The goal was surfacing now, steadily becoming clearer.

In fact, earlier, when the elevator reached this floor and he walked through the transparent glass corridor, the clue had already presented itself.

The girl had given him a subtle hint.

—The dangers and opportunities of the wilderness are the true focus of this civilization.

There should be a corresponding profession here!

Shen Ye’s eyes sharpened, and he extended his hand once more, grabbing another card amidst the dazzling display.

This card felt heavier as he held it.

Unlike the previous two cards, this one was made of metal.

The front depicted a vast wilderness scene, while the back showed a figure carrying a backpack.

At the bottom, small text appeared:

"Explorer."

Explore!

There’s nothing worth exploring within the city, of course.

Plus, the card clearly depicts a wilderness landscape.

The answer was undeniable—

"I’m choosing this profession," Shen Ye declared.

"Explorer? Are you sure? This profession requires leaving the city to uncover secrets in the wilderness. It’s incredibly dangerous—you could die at any moment," the girl said, stealthily giving a thumbs-up.

"That’s right, I’m choosing it," Shen Ye replied with a smile.

The girl smiled back and said, "A new Explorer has emerged. Starting task: Orientation."

"—Is there any veteran Explorer willing to take on this task?"

Swoosh!

The void opened up.

A tall young man wearing a Yaksha Mask appeared before them.

"I’ll lead him," the young man said, unfurling a fan and leisurely waving it.

Shen Ye nearly shouted in surprise.

—Nangong Sirui!

"Alright, I’m leaving him to you. Congratulations, your exploration team has gained an excellent new member," the girl said.

Nangong Sirui nodded, stepped forward toward Shen Ye, placed a hand on his shoulder, and promptly took out a card.

He flicked the card.

The two instantly disappeared from the girl’s sight.

...

City outskirts.

Explorers’ camp.

Nangong Sirui and Shen Ye quietly appeared.

"How did you find me?"

Shen Ye asked curiously.

"Isn’t it obvious? We’ve been monitoring the Shen Family’s movements, waiting to see if you returned," Nangong Sirui said.

He took out his ID card and added Shen Ye as a friend.

Shen Ye tested the card by trying to summon Nangong Sirui; immediately, his real-life portrait appeared on the card.

—Card-based communication methods were all quite similar.

"’We’? Besides you, who else?" Shen Ye asked.

"Yeah, you’ve already met A Yi," Nangong Sirui replied.

"You all awakened memories of your past lives, and yet you still acknowledge me as a friend?" Shen Ye asked again.

"Do you live in the past? Or more importantly, do you not acknowledge us?" Nangong Sirui retorted.

"Fair enough. But I’ve arrived a little late, so I don’t know what the situation is now," Shen Ye said, relieved, shrugging.

"The world is shrouded in fog—only exploration can yield answers," Nangong Sirui said.

"What are you all doing? What’s the plan?" Shen Ye asked.

Nangong Sirui explained, "The wilderness contains many peculiar locations that can help us uncover clues and comprehend the true nature of this world."

"—Only Explorers can leave the city to examine these places."

"Are the requirements for Explorers high?" Shen Ye asked.

"Of course—they’re extremely demanding. I wouldn’t have become an Explorer if I weren’t exceptionally combat-capable," Nangong Sirui replied.

"What about Zhang Xiaoyi?"

"He’s got extraordinary endurance. Once, he ran in the wilderness for three days and nights. The Demon Giant chasing him collapsed from exhaustion and gave up pursuing him in the end," Nangong Sirui said.

"Impressive."

As the two talked, they suddenly sensed something and turned to look toward the far side of the tent.

A stunningly beautiful woman stood there, silently watching them.

The woman spoke:

"The three of you together make a solid team."

"I hope you can do more for the world."

"But before that—"

"Shen Ye, I told you that if you chose correctly, you’d see me again."

"But I still don’t know how to address you," Shen Ye replied.

Nangong Sirui spoke up: "Lord Lan, you’re here."

The woman nodded slightly and said to Shen Ye:

"You can call me ’Lan.’"

She raised her hand.

A set of battle armor suddenly appeared in front of Shen Ye.

A golden chainmail.

Along with—

A helmet, gauntlets, a belt, greaves, and boots.

All shimmering pale gold.

Even with hints of a delicate purple hue.

Despite the colors, the armor felt extraordinary in texture, elegantly designed, and undeniably beautiful.

"Originally, I wanted to find someone with a top-class Technique Spirit or unparalleled martial strength. But unexpectedly, I’ve welcomed a little one with top-tier affinity," Lan said.