Although the mark of the "God of Change" made Baron Coleman somewhat more guarded against Lin Yu's character, he ultimately chose to trust him.

The reason was quite simple.

"It's difficult for me to find someone more suitable than you."

After leaving the tank, Baron Coleman touched the back of his neck as if flipping a switch.

A layer of dark-colored tight clothing gradually materialized on his body out of nowhere.

"It's been so long since I've been out... I'm actually a bit unaccustomed to it," Baron Coleman said with emotion.

Watching the Baron move his limbs, seemingly readjusting to controlling his body, Lin Yu asked, "How long were you in that tank?"

"Exactly six years," Coleman said calmly, "About the same time I've been on this train."

"That's really quite long. Was it to better control this train?"

Coleman nodded: "Correct. Although my privileges were retained, this project wasn't something I was 'responsible' for after all... I still needed some methods to bypass the system's security."

"What exactly are your privileges? I'm quite sure you can't monitor every part of this train, since I already swiped that card you gave me once before."

As Lin Yu spoke, Coleman sighed helplessly.

"I can only see text-based 'summary reports' from each carriage... and give simple commands to automated sentry-type mechanical units. Otherwise, I wouldn't have needed to give various items to people on the train to influence the situation through them."

"Of course... having been on this train for so long, my 'knowledge' and 'understanding' are sufficient. Although I cannot leave this train, I'm very clear about the methods to do so," Coleman said.

"So your control over this train comes entirely from your personal abilities... I initially thought you actually had the highest authority over this train," Lin Yu said regretfully. "It seems the negotiations between whoever protected you and the person you attempted to assassinate weren't very smooth... or perhaps being able to protect both you and Pang Kedo over there was already quite an achievement."

Baron Coleman slightly widened his eyes, showing surprise: "You actually know these inside details?"

"I don't know, I just deduced it," Lin Yu said nonchalantly. "This might be confidential for your Truth Corporation... but there's nothing new under the sun, dear Baron."

The fact that a high-ranking member of another faction who masterminded the assassination of a certain faction leader didn't actually die, but was imprisoned and exiled to some jail, obviously meant others were maneuvering behind the scenes.

And Fu Luo mentioning "according to the files, Coleman is already dead" further corroborated this.

"It seems you have something in your possession that makes the top few people at Truth Corporation reluctant to kill you," Lin Yu said softly.

Baron Coleman showed an appreciative expression.

"Aside from your faith making me still somewhat doubtful about your credibility, I'm becoming increasingly satisfied with you as a person."

"Then why not be more open? After all, you also think your offer wasn't fair enough!"

Lin Yu looked at Baron Coleman and said with a smile.

Baron Coleman understood Lin Yu's meaning—the other party wanted to know the reason he was kept alive.

That is, the secret he had hidden that attracted even the top figures of Truth Corporation.

"Telling you wouldn't be a problem, it's just... the timing isn't right yet," Baron Coleman said, waving his hand.

"Alright, now that I've left the tank, this isn't a place to linger any longer—everyone, follow me."

His last few words suddenly increased in volume, transforming what was originally a private conversation with Lin Yu and Pang Kedo into an announcement to all the others.

"The deal is reached. I'll now show you the most convenient method to obtain the train tickets," Baron Coleman said, turning and walking toward the other end of the carriage.

Hearing Baron Coleman's words, Chen Zhuo scratched his head.

"Damn, Zhu Ming is so impressive... after all that chatter, he directly pulled this boss-like character into our side."

"And since the Baron says he'll take us to find the tickets, does that mean we'll clear this easily?"

Li Nian looked at Wang Yuyang: "So, Brother Wang, she's got some real skills, right?"

Wang Yuyang then looked at Pan Yuqiang: "What do you think?"

"Just based on the control and strategic ability she's shown over this dungeon so far, I believe she already unquestionably deserves an S-rank rating," Pan Yuqiang said softly.

"I see," Wang Yuyang said, then pondered for a moment. "But my intuition tells me this dungeon probably isn't that simple yet. We should still be cautious."

Fu Luo also agreed: "Correct... when it involves the top levels of Truth Corporation, I'm afraid there will be more turbulence."

Hearing this, Li Nian seemed somewhat displeased. As the person who introduced Zhu Ming to the Free Alliance, she felt somewhat invested in Zhu Ming's success.

"What, you don't trust Zhu Ming's negotiation skills?"

Before Wang Yuyang could explain, Fu Luo quickly shook his head: "No, no, absolutely not that meaning... we believe the Baron should indeed be persuaded, but variables might not necessarily come from the Baron himself."

Li Nian slightly frowned: "That does make some sense..."

While they were talking, the group had already followed the three people at the front to the front of the carriage.

In the darkness, a tightly closed door that hadn't been opened stood on the carriage wall.

It was different from all the doors they had encountered before.

The lock on this door was mechanical in structure.

A metal door handle and keyhole stood erect in the darkness.

"It's actually such a primitive lock."

"Of course, because Carriage No. 1 was originally designed as the 'driver's cabin' and 'internal personnel carriage.' Even after modifications, it remains the central control point for the entire train," Baron Coleman said. "Truth Corporation's tradition is that the more core a location is, the more primitive and simple its security measures are, relying on physical measures and mechanical structures."

"This is also why I haven't gained complete control over this train in six years," he added specifically, apparently still somewhat bothered by Lin Yu's earlier comment.

"So you've never been to Carriage No. 1 either?" Lin Yu asked.

Baron Coleman didn't avoid the question: "Yes, but I can generally understand what's inside from the reports."

He turned to look at the remaining few who had gathered around.

"To enter Carriage No. 1, you need to find the key... This key is stored in the maintenance box outside the carriage. Actually, every carriage connection point has hidden passages leading outside the carriage. Although the Despair Train moves extremely fast and the outside is dangerous, with everyone's skills..."

Li Nian interrupted Baron Coleman's suddenly assigned side quest.

"Enough already, old bastard. Don't constrain us with your conventional thinking."

"Let me show you what I can do—I'm a Master Thief! Using a key to open this kind of door with a keyhole... that's just insulting to my profession!"

Saying this, Li Nian pushed Baron Coleman aside, then extended her fingers toward the keyhole.

And in almost an instant.

"Click."

The door opened.