Du Guangyuan's confession unravelled many of Pei Yan's puzzles. He would never completely believe Du Guangyuan's claim of his passive innocence throughout the whole event, but the account concerning his relationship with Vlad and his mastery of Blood Race powers seemed genuine.

As for the secret behind Bals' ability to wield multi-dimensional power, further interrogation by the intelligence department would be needed to fully understand. Unlike Du Guangyuan, who confessed everything at once, Bals stubbornly refused to divulge anything. It seemed that only a mental probe could uncover the truth, a method both time-consuming and exhaustive that Pei Yan couldn't afford at the moment, as his special training was about to commence.

"Are we all going to alternate realms for our special training?" Pei Yan asked Gu Shenghui, who was seated behind his desk, upon receiving the notice.

"Indeed!" Gu Shenghui replied, flipping through the documents in his hand without looking up. The investigation hall was bustling with new recruits, which had him overwhelmed with handling training, education, political guidance, and welfare issues. After dealing harshly with two troublemakers, the new soldiers finally settled down, leading to the simultaneous commencement of training for veteran investigators and new recruits.

"But won't going to alternate realms for training cause us to fall into madness?" Pei Yan asked, recalling Hu Wenjun's earlier warning.

Gu Shenghui glanced at Pei Yan, chuckled, and said, "Overall, only you will go to the alternate realm for training!"

"What? Just me?"

"That's right!" said Gu Shenghui while closing the documents on the desk and reclining back in his chair, massaging his temple with a somber expression. "You should understand the current situation; following a standard training routine for those rookies is too late. Sending them to an alternate realm and using the time difference between realms for training is the best option."

Pei Yan nodded in agreement; a day in the real world equals a month in the alternate realm, allowing for two or three years of results within just two or three months.

"The hall has also considered the impact and safety concerns of alternate realms on our bodies; we should thank the person within you," said Gu Shenghui with an unusual smile on his face.

"Her?"

"Yes, her," Gu Shenghui confirmed with a nod and continued, "Relying on her and avatars from other three source dimensions, the investigation hall created a separate space, somewhat similar to Jiezhi Space, but much more complex and extensive. It's not an exaggeration to call it a small world where time flows at the same rate as in the alternate realm, and it's filled with complex landscapes and various challenges set for training."

"Oh!" Pei Yan's eyes lit up with interest and he exclaimed, "That's great! When can we begin training?"

"You won't train alongside them. As I mentioned, only you will go to the actual alternate realm for training, independently heading for the Hell Realm for special training."

Gu Shenghui noticed Pei Yan's smile gradually stiffening and he leaned forward, resting his hand on the desk, and sighed, "To be honest, I personally oppose this proposal! Not only me, but almost all the top ranks in the hall are against it. However, the person within you suggested this during negotiations, because her presence will automatically provide you with the source, eliminating the risk of madness. What you lack now is not the means to enhance your strength; if you wish, the person within you can elevate your power by one or two levels anytime. But what you're missing is actual combat experience and the life-or-death battles. She believes the Hell Realm is the best choice. I'm here, representing the hall, to hear your opinion. If you're unwilling, we will try to argue for you."

"I am willing!" Pei Yan decisively declared without hesitation after hearing Gu Shenghui's explanation.

Gu Shenghui shook his head helplessly, "I knew you'd agree, but I still advise you to think it over. Once you go to the Hell Realm, you'll be alone without backup, making even the slightest error potentially fatal in another domain." He hesitated momentarily before continuing, "We don't completely understand what that person intends. Don't expect her to actually become your talisman at critical moments; I believe she can escape danger, but you may not be assured."

"This is truly considerate of me for once! It's a bit sudden, and I'm slightly moved," Pei Yan joked, stretching with his hand behind his head.

Gu Shenghui was momentarily stunned but then laughed, "I know ever since the Mu Fanchen incident, you've always been wary of and mistrusted me, feeling resentful. But you must understand, our positions differ; I have my difficulties and must…"

"I understand! That doesn't mean I like it, but I still appreciate your efforts," Pei Yan interrupted, placing his hand on the desk as he met Gu Shenghui's eyes sincerely. "That person named Vlad is strong, isn't he? Truthfully, the investigation hall can't really do anything about him, right? At least for quite a significant period, he's untouchable, correct?"

Gu Shenghui recognized the earnestness in Pei Yan's eyes and admitted, "Yes, he is strong. Even within our entire investigation hall, there are only a handful who can defeat him, and that too requires a tremendous cost, including mutual destruction. Moreover, he commands vast forces, and his family is the leader of the Dark Sect Blood Race's three great entities in the Magic dimension. Impulsively targeting such a major figure before the official start of conflict contradicts the hall's plans. I understand it's heartless, and unfair to Jiumu, but we need time to grow stronger."

"Thank you!" Pei Yan smiled, "Thank you for being honest with me. That's why I must go to the Hell Realm. Regardless of any scheme by that person, as long as it allows me to become stronger, it's worth it!"He lowered his head, looking at his hands, and removed the leather glove from his left hand, gazing at the mechanical palm before touching his eye. With determination, he said, "When I lost this eye, I vowed to become stronger so no one could dictate my fate again. But facing Lin Junzhao, I realized my naivety. When confronting the team's corpses and seeing Ye Jiumu on the operating table, I felt utterly weak and powerless."

Pei Yan raised his head, tears in his eyes as he looked at Gu Shenghui. "I often comfort myself, saying, 'Pei Yan, you've tried hard enough! Truly! You've tried hard enough! Everyone says so!' It's been only a year and you've done well. But what I learned that night was that it's not enough! Far from enough! I must grow stronger! For myself, my family, and my friends! Vlad must die! His family will perish at my hands."