I choose a C ranked hero in another world, I was mocked online

Chapter 184: Shocking News and Captain Qin's Request

"Chen Ye, Captain Qin arrived in Shanghai yesterday. She specifically came to offer support… After hearing about your situation, she expressed interest in meeting you," Vice Principal Zhang said with a friendly smile, subtly reminding, "Answer whatever Captain Qin asks you, alright?"

Though Chen Ye was already a fifth-tier powerhouse, a figure of considerable standing, he still couldn't compare to a supreme figure like Qin Muyin. Whether in strength or status, there was a huge disparity between them. At least, that was how the school leaders saw it.

In front of Qin Muyin, these school leaders seemed cautious, fearing to say the wrong thing and offend the captain of the enforcement team. Only Principal Lu appeared relatively calm.

However, Principal Lu didn't look well—he was covered in bandages, clearly having suffered significant injuries the previous night. Principal Lu also looked at Chen Ye, with a hint of admiration in his gaze.

Chen Ye's face remained calm as he acknowledged Vice Principal Zhang's reminder. This wasn't his first encounter with Qin Muyin, after all.

"Understood, Vice Principal," Chen Ye replied casually, shifting his gaze to Qin Muyin.

Finally, Qin Muyin spoke up.

"Everyone, I'd like a private conversation with Chen Ye."

Her first words were effectively a polite dismissal. The leaders exchanged curious glances, wondering what Qin Muyin wanted to discuss with Chen Ye, but they all tactfully left, giving the two privacy.

With the leaders gone, Chen Ye relaxed further. He knew Qin Muyin wouldn't cause him any harm.

"Captain Qin, may I know why you wanted to see me?"

"There are two things," Qin Muyin replied, looking at Chen Ye. "The first is to encourage you to push yourself harder and unleash your hero potential as quickly as possible, because our world is likely facing an unprecedented disaster."

"Oh?"

Hearing this, Chen Ye immediately suspected it had something to do with the space-time wormhole Qin Muyin had mentioned previously.

"Is it about the space-time wormhole in Cao City?"

Qin Muyin nodded. "Yes. An alien, gravely wounded, came through the wormhole to our planet. He claims to be from another world and has brought us some very disturbing news…"

She proceeded to share everything she knew with Chen Ye.

"The high-level meeting held yesterday, which included every sixth-tier powerhouse in the country, was organized to discuss this very issue."

Chen Ye was stunned. He hadn't expected anything like this.

A universe-dominating overlord capable of destroying entire stars? Set to arrive on their planet?

Is that you, Thanos?

Chen Ye frowned and asked, "How much time do we have?"

"It's uncertain for now," Qin Muyin replied. "According to the alien, it could be a few months, but it won't be more than a few years at most."

Chen Ye's expression grew serious. With his current power, he was definitely not prepared to face an overlord of that magnitude. Hopefully, they would arrive later rather than sooner… He needed more time.

"Captain Qin, isn't this information classified? You're just telling me outright?"

Qin Muyin replied, "At this point, classified or not, it hardly matters. If it weren't for the fear of causing social panic, I would've announced it publicly already."

"Besides, from my perspective, if that cosmic overlord truly descends here, the only one who might save our world could be you!"

The responsibility weighed heavily on Chen Ye, who immediately protested, "Captain Qin, please don't put it that way. I'm no match for a creature like that. Relying on me will only lead to faster failure—you'd better find another way!"

"I knew you'd say that."

Qin Muyin sighed.

Recently, she'd read a behavioral analysis report on Chen Ye from her subordinates, giving her a general understanding of his personality. Chen Ye had some sense of responsibility, but not much. Expecting him to bear the responsibility of saving the world? He certainly wasn't interested in that…

With this in mind, Qin Muyin said, "Let's talk about the second thing. I'd like to ask for your help."

The last time they met, she had started with the same words. Chen Ye wanted to refuse, but out of respect for Captain Qin, he asked, "Help with what, exactly?"

"Let me be clear—if it's beyond my abilities, I won't agree."

Qin Muyin nodded and replied, "I'd like you to help me clear the 30th Secret Realm."

Chen Ye froze, surprised by her request.

"Captain Qin, you must be mistaken. I've just completed the 5th Secret Realm and am preparing for the 6th. There's no way I can take on the 30th."

Qin Muyin explained, "I've spoken to some senior figures. The 30th Secret Realm is a solo realm, but you're allowed to bring one helper! If you participate as an assistant, there won't be any restrictions. You can enter even without a hero talent."

"Of course, the 30th Secret Realm is extremely dangerous, and an ordinary person entering would be heading straight to their death."

Chen Ye was taken aback. He hadn't expected the 30th Secret Realm to have such a feature.

"Captain Qin, is the 30th Secret Realm really that dangerous? Even you don't feel confident?" Chen Ye asked.

Qin Muyin replied, "Yes, the 30th Secret Realm is extremely dangerous. Every time I consider entering, I get an uneasy feeling... You may have heard, but I possess the ability to sense danger in advance. This suggests that if I enter the 30th Secret Realm alone, I might not make it out alive."

She wasn't someone who feared death. After years of experience in various secret realms, someone who feared death wouldn't have risen to her current level. But bravery didn't mean knowingly walking into certain death.

"Then I don't see how I could be of any use! With my strength, how could I possibly help you?" Chen Ye said.

"Chen Ye, don't be so modest. I know enough about you to say your strength far exceeds mine."

Chen Ye: "???"

Girl… Are you mistaken about something?

While he was confident in his current abilities, he had no assurance he could match Qin Muyin in a fight. Before the National Secret Realm event, he had analyzed Qin Muyin's mental strength with Tang Zichen, estimating it might have surpassed five thousand points. On top of that, Qin Muyin had taken first place in the National Secret Realm, further boosting her power! He couldn't understand why she was saying this.

"Although I don't know why you think I'm stronger than you... sorry, but I can't accept this," Chen Ye refused.

No way.

If even Qin Muyin considered the secret realm dangerous, there was no reason for him to risk it.

But Qin Muyin continued, "Don't be so quick to turn me down. Based on what I've learned about the 30th Secret Realm, its time span is quite long, and time flows differently within it."

"No matter how long you stay inside the 30th Secret Realm, only a single day will pass in the outside world."

"Chen Ye, I know you want to grow stronger—and that requires time, doesn't it?"

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