The second personality…Fu Qingyang's brows immediately furrowed. Some people appear to be devoted followers on the surface, yet secretly turn out to be obsessive, even mad. "The factors leading to the development of dual personality are quite complex," he said. Doctor Sun nodded. "Typically, intense stimulation during early childhood, or prolonged exposure to such stimulation due to environmental factors, gradually leads to the formation of dual personality." Fu Qingyang's brows furrowed even further. "Yuan Shi lost his father at a young age and grew up in the care of others—this certainly fits the criteria. However, I've reviewed his family background and household members, and theoretically, it hasn't reached this level. His maternal grandparents have treated him well." Doctor Sun was taken aback. "Fu Senior, conducting private investigations and gathering information about the family members of official staff is against organizational regulations." Fu Qingyang glanced at him with a calm, detached expression. "Normally, that's true." What's normally true? Does that mean you've only investigated Yuan Shi Tianzun's family members under atypical circumstances? A thought crossed Doctor Sun's mind. Moreover, your actions have already violated the regulations. If Yuanshiben Tianzun's condition were any more severe, he would have to resort to physical action against you right now—he has no tolerance for sand in his eyes. Fu Qingyang naturally wouldn't tell him that Tianzun has been quietly developing a close relationship with my cousin, and that their bond has even taken on a romantic dimension. On both emotional and logical grounds, the family side would naturally expect the marital family to be informed—thus, it would not constitute a violation. Seeing that Fu Elder was unwilling to elaborate further, Dr. Sun didn't press for more details and smoothly transitioned the conversation: "If indeed what you've described is accurate, then the conditions under which Yuanshiben Tianzun develops a dual personality are still insufficient. However, we simply lack knowledge of some more subtle matters." Fu Qingyang nodded. "Such as?" Dr. Sun proposed a bold hypothesis: "For instance, he may have experienced some form of early-life violation." Fu Qingyang's expression was momentarily startled. "You're serious?" Dr. Sun quickly added: "I'm merely offering an example—perhaps it wasn't a violation per se, but there must have been similar experiences, surely." "Fu Qingyang" nodded, and asked, "Sun Officer, from your professional perspective, can his dual personality be cured, and how should it be treated?" Sun Officer paused, thinking deeply, and replied, "He is a spiritual realm traveler, and even a night-wanderer deity—his mental strength and determination are exceptional. Conventional psychological treatments will fall short. The most effective approach would be to invite a master of illusion arts to treat him. As you know, the illusionists at the Sovereign Realm are known as the 'Void-Wielders.' They command emotions themselves. If we can have a Void-Wielder take control of Yuan-Shi Tian-Zun's consciousness and awaken his genuine, virtuous, and beautiful nature, transforming his temperament profoundly, then the treatment will succeed. Yet, in doing so, it would be less a healing and more a case of treating the illness by poisoning it." Fu Qingyang shook his head: "This is not humane. If we must forcibly resolve Yuan-Shi's mental condition by distorting his very worldview, then I would rather he remain mad." "Dr. Sun seemed to have anticipated this, and adjusted his words: "There's another approach—by leveraging the cost or function of certain props to suppress his mental concerns. However, such props are quite rare; you may find them among musicians or illusionists." The spirit-being capable of influencing minds also possesses such abilities, though the props used by this profession typically encourage their masters to commit crimes, rather than inspire genuine virtue, beauty, or truth. Fu Qingyang nodded, his usually stern expression now serious. "The details of today's consultation must remain confidential, including the Prime Immortal and the other elders. I will inform him that his changed demeanor stems from a curse of the Magician's Eye, not from a dual personality." Dr. Sun agreed: "Indeed, directly informing him of the dual personality might either intensify his mental strain or cause him to give up entirely, thereby worsening his condition." Yet, Fu Qingyang's deep regard for the Prime Immortal surprised him, surpassing what one would typically expect between a superior and a subordinate. As for why he didn't inform the other elders, Sun Doctor had no interest in probing further. Within the system, besides actively demonstrating excellence when receiving recognition, one should refrain from speaking or acting excessively at any other time—silence itself is a form of wisdom. ... The online conference room. At 5:30 PM, the five elders from Songhai Branch logged in on time. As Fang Fu joined, Tianhuo Elder immediately asked, "How is the diagnosis report going? What feedback has the Magician-Eye King provided?" Luo Shen, Xi Rang, and Huangsha Bai Zhan, the three elders, were eager for Fang Fu to speak on their behalf; the fiery Elder, ever impulsive, always anticipated others' needs. The elder with the Chinese Rural Dog avatar spoke with an unusually odd tone: "The Magician-Eye told me that what he calls a curse is merely a psychological suggestion, not a true curse. He values and respects Yuan Shi Tian Zun because he senses a shared essence—according to him, Yuan Shi Tian Zun is actually an extremely rigid, passionate person, with his outward personality being merely a façade." "As soon as he finished speaking, the Elder of Heavenly Fire coldly remarked, 'Nonsense! Such a clumsy lie could only fool a three-year-old child. Would Yuan-Shi Tian-Zun have changed his nature if it weren't for his curse? He's only been a Spirit Realm traveler for three months—how could the impact of the quest already be so profound?' The Elder of the Dog said solemnly, 'At first, I thought the same. But consider this: the Magician's Eye is a primordial war god, not a witch or a soothsayer—he couldn't possibly have cast a curse. And indeed, there are no visible signs of a curse upon Yuan-Shi's body. 'With all our experience, we can't detect any trace of a curse. Therefore, it's very likely that the curse simply doesn't exist.' The Elder of Heavenly Fire sighed, 'We know so many things we don't know. Besides, apart from fighting, what else is worth our attention?' That's exactly what you're thinking—thoughts that ran through the minds of the other elders. Elder Xi-Yang asked, 'Fu Qingyang, what are your diagnostic findings?' Fu Qingyang leaned against the back of his chair, one hand resting on the table. He didn't answer immediately, but paused for a few seconds, then spoke calmly: "Sun Zhi Shi's diagnosis is that Yuan Shi Tian Zun has a temperament that is sharp and unconventional, with a strong sense of moral purity. He deeply disdains injustice, and during the conversation, he used the example of 'dog excrement,' arguing that those who are capable should clear away the world's filth and impurities." Senior Tian Huo suddenly slammed the table: "Look at this! Isn't this exactly another manifestation of the Magi's Eye? How dare he claim there's no curse upon Yuan Shi Tian Zun!" Senior Dog was surprised and slightly displeased, saying: "Don't interrupt, Qingyang. Continue. What does Sun Zhi Shi think?" Senior Tian Huo settled down, and the other three elders waited patiently for Fu Qingyang's response. Fu Qingyang said: "Sun Zhi Shi believes that Yuan Shi Tian Zun's personality has undergone a dramatic transformation within just a month, which is entirely unreasonable. The likelihood of this change arising from internal factors is low, while external influences are significant. However, "Master Tianhu murmured, 'Of course he doesn't know—nor even do we fully understand it. Go on.' Fu Qingyang spoke in a composed, detached tone: 'He proposed two treatment plans. The first is to summon the "Void-Weaver" to alter the Prime Patriarch's temperament, restoring him to his normal state. The second involves leveraging the capabilities or sacrifices of a specific artifact to counteract the curse of the Eye of Darkness. The Prime Patriarch's current symptoms are still mild. Though he acted without prior notice, he has now deeply recognized his own mistakes. 'I believe we should first focus on suppressing the curse of the Eye of Darkness. Once his level improves and his spiritual resilience strengthens, he may be able to withstand the curse on his own—or perhaps, by then, we will have developed a solution. As for headquarters, we should delay reporting—lest some individuals react too strongly.' 'I agree!' said Master Huangsha, another veteran of the White Tiger faction. Luo Shen elder exhaled a sigh of relief, "If the impact remains mild, that's quite manageable. Once he reaches the Sovereign Realm, with his nature as a Day-Wandering Deity, what kind of curse could he not dispel? The Magician's Eye may curse the current Primordial Sovereign, but it cannot curse someone of the same rank—so I fully agree with Fu Qingyang's proposal." Xi Yang elder chuckled lightly, "Luo elder's words just now truly startled me. The Primordial Sovereign is our flagship achievement, a major highlight of our accomplishments. He may make minor mistakes, but any serious issue would be unacceptable." Should the Primordial Sovereign be a quietly deteriorating madman, that would be serious indeed. The better his innate potential, the greater the risk—once he ascends to the Sovereign Realm, he might well become the second Magician's Eye, or even the second Magician King. The Headquarters would certainly treat this with utmost care—likely confining him while treating his mental condition, and he would probably never regain his freedom again. Though Luo elder still harbored some reservations, seeing that the other elders had no objections, he quietly concurred. This matter "Next, let's discuss how to protect the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign," said the Luo Shen elder with a smile. "Fu Qingyang, it's now time for you to shine in your area of expertise." Fu Qingyang replied calmly: "The way the Luo Shen elder phrased it, clearly reveals her own incompetence in handling affairs." The Luo Shen elder gave a sharp "hmm." After making his point, Fu Qingyang proposed two solutions: "First, we file a formal complaint with headquarters against the patrol team's misconduct. The actions of the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign, Guan Ya, and Jiang Jingwei have seriously damaged the reputation of the Songhai Branch. We therefore request that the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign be removed from office and placed under house arrest, and that Guan Ya and Jiang Jingwei—both co-perpetrators—be dismissed and never rehired." The Tian Huo elder immediately countered: "That won't work! The head of the branch won't agree, nor will the commander." The Dog elder chuckled: "They won't agree, and then naturally, they'll handle the matter as they see fit. After all, once the complaint is submitted, we'll have no "Fu Qingyang" nodded, his voice cool as he delivered the second tactic: "Create momentum on the official forum to cleanse Yuan Shi Tian Zun's image, deploy official xingzhe as water troops to promote the narrative of Yuan Shi Tian Zun's innocence, and generate public pressure on the headquarters. 'Reach out to your connections, speak personally to familiar elders at headquarters, and enlist the support of the Ling Jing families. Headquarters may not truly intend to hold Yuan Shi Tian Zun strictly—offering a graceful retreat, the penalties might be softened.'" Upon finishing, Fu Qingyang sighed inwardly, regretting that the Shuashai Seal had been issued so early. "Agreed!" "No problem!" "That's all we can manage at this point." Fu Qingyang's proposal received unanimous approval from the elders, who were pleased with his competence in handling affairs. With such young elders so eager to act, the senior ones felt relieved and able to relax. ... "Tap-tap-tap..." Fu Qingyang, dressed in a crisp white suit, handsome and poised, walked steadily through the corridors of the underground prison chambers, his expression solemn. The rhythmic tap of his oxford shoes on the smooth tile floor followed him all the way. When he reached the door of a cell, his expression slightly softened before settling back into its usual composure. Inside, there were tables, chairs, beds, a toilet, a sink, and a shower—though modest, the space was well-equipped. On the table lay a sumptuous meal with remnants and desserts and beverages. Zhang Yuanqing lay on the bed, propping himself up on his hands, and turned his head. "Boss?" He sat up, offering a wry smile. "I'm sorry to have let you down. What punishment has headquarters decided on me? No matter what they decide, I'll accept it wholeheartedly." Fu Qingyang remained expressionless, his tone cold. "The official punishment hasn't been issued yet, but it will certainly be serious. You'll need to prepare for detention." Noticing Yuan Shi's expression dimmed, he added, "I'll do my best to mitigate the impact and secure a more lenient outcome." Zhang Yuanqing bowed deeply on the bed: "Thank you, elder. I am born a member of the Bái Hǔ Wèi Guard, and when I die, I shall be its spirit. I've been fortunate to follow such a capable leader—this is truly a golden truth." Fu Qingyang's lips twitched slightly, but his expression remained cold: "The Dog Elder has already clarified your issue. Indeed, the curse of the Magician's Eye has taken effect, though the underlying mechanism remains unknown. The Magician's Eye is a stubborn one—nothing has yet come out of him." "What then?" Zhang Yuanqing frowned. He still had sense... Fu Qingyang said, "I'll find you a rare artifact that can dispel the ill will. Such items are uncommon and will take some time." An artifact that dispels ill will? Zhang Yuanqing thought. The first thing that came to mind was the ghost mirror belonging to Lady Yin Yao. In a few days, the jade box should be able to produce a teleportation jade token. I can then go to "The Village of Silent Speech" to borrow the item, but the teleportation token to return to reality will still have to wait another month... The delay has been a bit lengthy. Well, I'm about to enter the副本 soon—I'll return the Vengeance Staff to Old Bangzi, say a few kind words, and ask her to borrow the Ghost Mirror from Lady Yin Yao? Zhang Yuanqing finds this plan feasible. "You seem to have a solution now?" Fu Qingyang possesses the ability to see through people's hearts. Zhang Yuanqing then shares his plan with him. After listening, Fu Qingyang pauses briefly and says, "The idea is good—worth trying. The earlier you eliminate the ill will, the better. If you can secure the Ghost Mirror, I'll also be able to advocate on your behalf with headquarters." He feels a little relieved. After finishing the main matter, Fu Qingyang adds, "Until the headquarters' penalties are issued, stay here. It's a good time to adjust your state and prepare for the副本. If you succeed in clearing an S-tier副本 this time, it will at least somewhat alleviate Zhang Yuanqing was very cooperative. Fu Qingyang stood by the door, speaking in a steady, serious tone: "I'm sorry, but I'm not a good superior. I never teach people. I believe only the mediocre need instruction—strength is inherently solitary. But for you, I'd like to say more." Pausing, he spoke with profound gravity and seriousness: "The transition from human governance to rule of law represents the greatest advancement and most precious asset in human civilization. Sages may die, but order will endure. We can never achieve absolute justice or fairness. The purpose of law is not to uphold justice, but to preserve order. Only stable order enables human civilization to continue. Yuan Shi, order is the best protection for the vulnerable. I hope you understand this." Zhang Yuanqing bowed his head, silent, his expression somewhat subdued. Fu Qingyang looked at him for a moment, his expression gradually softening, and spoke softly: "But nothing in the world is perfectly perfect. When justice is forced by power, when grievances cannot be redressed, we must also embrace result-based justice. When you find yourself unable to control your resentment, remember this—ask yourself whether you truly have no other choice but to go to extremes." With that, he turned and walked away without looking back. "Guan Ya frowned, her expression serious. After Jiang Jingwei had finished shouting, she said, 'Tai Sheng's mental state is off. He must have some issue—I've been living with him every day, and I never noticed anything unusual.' Had it not been for the incident involving Wei Yuanzhou, she might have remained completely unaware. "Hmph. Everyone's saying bad things about Master Yuan-Shi, and I can't take it anymore—I won't look at them." The young green tea girl puffed out her cheeks. "To privately execute a colleague is a serious offense, even if that colleague is at fault. This incident will deeply resonate with the official inspectors, making it highly sensitive. It's entirely natural that Master Yuan-Shi is being criticized. But haven't they issued any official statements yet?" Li Chunfeng, sitting across from her on the sofa with his laptop in hand, sighed irritably. "Can't you women be a bit more rational? At least pay attention to yourselves—especially Jiang Jingwei and Guan Ya. You two have been moving in and out of Master Yuan-Shi's orbit lately." "You certainly know how sensitive things are," Guan Ya replied, clearly familiar with the internal protocols. "The headquarters won't issue any statements until the final resolution is announced." "Prison is just prison," Jiang Jingwei said. "It's perfect—no need to attend lectures anymore." She was genuinely delighted. Li Chunfeng sighed again. "What bad luck I've had—just starting out, and now I'm being collectively soft-locked. Li Chunfeng's fingers danced rapidly across the keyboard as he edited an email: "I've officially joined the Patrol Team at the Songhai Branch. I just completed a mission and returned to Songhai, only to be unexpectedly detained at the Fu Family Villa. Here's what happened... I believe the Master of the Original Beginning is impulsive, hot-tempered, and overly rigid. Yet, I cannot deny that I hold a certain respect for him—despite not fully agreeing with his methods."