The South

"Don't worry," Lin Chen retrieved the illusion-enhanced collar which he had received from Zhao Yao and continued assuredly, "This is rather useful. Coupled with my current strength, I can take down Talon on my own."

However, Lin Chen's unbridled optimism was met with Inspector Ho's sigh, "Do not immediately use this the moment you touch down over there."

Lin Chen froze momentarily before finally reacting to Inspector Ho's words, "You don't trust them?"

Inspector Ho answered, "Under such circumstances, we cannot afford to trust anyone. Hence, do not tell them about the power of this collar. Do not use it unless the situation absolutely calls for it."

Inspector Ho's worries started gnawing at Lin Chen as a line etched between his brows, "Is the situation really so bad?"