Based on her previous contact with "Pale Hand", Anya roughly understood that there are three main departments in this long-established organization.
Those were the "Shadow Department" where Setsuna was, the "Mist Department" where Shuiyun was located, and the "Earth Department" where Wei Feng was. But during the time she stayed at the Earth Department stronghold, she had never heard of it.
There is also a so-called "King of Darkness" in his hands.
She raised her head and looked at her two companions. Yuffie squinted her eyes in thought, while Lin was sipping her tea relaxedly, as if she didn't mind what the old man just said.
As if he noticed her doubts, the old man in green clothes put down his tea cup and turned his gaze from Lin to her.
"That's right. It's common sense to provide you with enough information." The old man stroked his long beard, "You guys should know a little bit about "The Pale Hand", right?"
"Absolutely, that's the extent of knowing a few of these annoying people." Lin curled her lips and said half-sarcastically, "Maybe they know us better."
"This is because you are outstanding enough. I would like to apologize for the inconvenience caused to you." The old man sighed softly, "So, I will start with the history of "Pale Hand" to let you understand it.
Past life and this life."
Anya nodded. She thought this was actually good - in fact, even Gypsophila or Renee who lived in the empire were not very clear about the background of "The Pale Hand". It seemed to have been lurking under the water.
, developed quietly and secretly, until recently it suddenly appeared.
"Speaking of which, what do you think is the plot and purpose of "The Pale Hand"?" The old man in Tsing Yi was silent for a moment, then continued to speak, but he raised a question.
"I think..." Anya replied thoughtfully, "It's probably an organization that can use any means for the benefit of the empire, right? Because I saw that in the hall of the Ministry of Land, the painting "
Where are the words "Serve the Country with Loyalty"."
"Although there are deviations, it's not far off. Haha, the little girl still has some insights." The old man laughed softly and finally began to tell - and at the same time changed into the current grammar, "Pale Hands was founded in two hundred and two years.
"Previously, His Majesty the Emperor at that time decided to establish this institution to deal with chronic diseases buried within the empire that were difficult to solve through explicit means."
"You mean, use dark ways to fight darkness?" Lin didn't seem to agree. "This kind of organization... usually turns into another stubborn disease in the end, right? Just like it is now."
"Maybe you are right, but who can tell for sure." The old man slowly shook his head, "At the beginning of its establishment, His Majesty personally came to me and hoped that I would protect this organization and not deviate from its original direction. It's a pity.
, when it started to gradually change, I can't tell clearly." Sora turned his head and stared at the window, silent for a moment, "There are not many members of the previous generations of "Pale Hand" left, and as "
As the "King of Darkness", I rarely get involved in specific affairs these days. Most of the new members have never heard of my name. "
"In other words, you, and the "Anbu" you belong to, are the monitors behind this organization, right." Yuffie calmly concluded, "Then, can you tell us the situation of the other branches?
I think this should be of some help for the next trip and the entrustment you intend to give us."
The old man in Tsing Yi nodded, and took out a rolled-up map from his arms as if he was well prepared, and unfolded it to both sides on the coffee table. Anya leaned over and saw that the entire territory of the Inis Empire was drawn on the map, and it was also marked.
With most major cities and surrounding forces - there is only the Alliance.
"There are four branches of the Pale Hand." The old man named Kong slowly narrated, pointing to a place on the map, "This is Tongluo Town, and the organization's training for new members is held here.
After they complete training, they will be selected into each division. Generally speaking, the defense here is not strict, and of course there is nothing valuable."
The old man moved his finger up until it landed close to the northern side of the empire, "This is Funiu City. I think you should be familiar with this place."
"It's a pretty complete fortress." Yuffie nodded in agreement, "At least in terms of building a stronghold, Wei Feng has a pretty good level."
"Yes, even if he becomes 'unemployed' in the future, he can probably live a good life by helping to build a house." Lin stuck out her tongue, still looking a little dissatisfied, "I heard that he was originally a good person, your organization
It’s quite capable of ‘cultivating talents’.”
"Yes, the core stronghold of the Tobe is here." The old man did not pay attention to Lin's complaints and continued to narrate, "The Sobe is responsible for the logistics operation of the Pale Hand, and most of the members have other identities and industries, and that
Most of them are businessmen. Of course, apart from using special means and code words, it is difficult for ordinary people to distinguish them from other businessmen."
Anya listened carefully, but remembered something, "But... the people she saw in that stronghold didn't look like businessmen."
"This is Wei Feng's own choice." Yuffie explained helpfully, "Do you still remember their reaction when they were attacked? They are indeed not very good at fighting, because the content of their work has not changed."
"That's right." Kong agreed with Yuffie's explanation, "Wei Feng is the leader of the Earth Tribe. He joined the Earth Tribe about thirty years ago and is already the oldest member."
The old man swallowed and pointed to a town on the west side of the map, not far from the national border. "This is Zecheng, the stronghold of the Fog Department. According to the division when it was established, the Fog Department is responsible for the collection and investigation of intelligence.
Most of the members have undergone training in disguise, cross-dressing, or infiltration."
"The current leader of the Mist Department is Shuiyun. She is a good illusionist and is also good at many other magic arts." The old man looked a little nostalgic, "I have watched her grow up to now. In terms of strength, she should be as good as
You guys are pretty much the same."
"Hey, Mr. Kong." Lin suddenly asked, "You should know what Shuiyun wants to do, right?"
"Perhaps I know, but I think that if you leave these to your own eyes to judge, it will be less likely to create preconceived impressions." Kong shook his head and replied, "People will always change. She is different now than when she first joined.
It should have been different when I was in the Mist Department."
"She still owes me a box of snacks." Lin muttered, "Sooner or later I have to ask her for it back."
Kong sighed softly and continued to move his finger to the coastline on the west side, "Yangming City is the stronghold of the Shadow Department. The Shadow Department is usually responsible for assassinating, seizing, and punishing evil people. Of course, sometimes it also performs rescue operations.
mission.”
"Is it... the place controlled by the person named Setsuna?" Anya frowned, "Why did he become the "King of Shadows"?"
"Because of his strength." Kong simply explained, "He is indeed a person who pursues killing. However, the previous leader of the Shadow Club was optimistic about this. Moreover, I must admit that he is the strongest person I have ever seen.
One of the swordsmen."
"With that kind of person as the leader, the film department has come to an end." Lin took out a piece of candy from her backpack, threw it into her mouth, and commented, "Anyway, according to you, the original "The Pale"
"Hand" there is definitely no such person."
"As you said, time can change everything." The old man said calmly, "As for the last ANBU, which is the one I am responsible for... I think you have guessed that it does not have a fixed base."