Chapter 106: Two Professions—who Disrespects The Great Venerable?
“This…” Su Chen declined, “It’s not that I don’t want to go. I just joined the Court of Justice, there are too many things, I really can’t get away.”
“Brother Su…” Pang Xingwen gritted his teeth and smiled bitterly: “Before, I failed to recognize a great person, please don’t take it to heart. Little Brother begs you to go, give me a chance to atone!”
The more the other party wanted him to go, the more suspicious Su Chen became, staring at Pang Xingwen without speaking.
“Brother Su, I know you’re angry…” Pang Xingwen felt annoyed inside and wanted to turn around and leave, but he thought of his own father.
He took a deep breath, his voice faintly choked with sobs as he stretched his face forward a bit, “Brother Su, if you’re not relieved, just slap me.”
Definitely harboring ill intentions, Su Chen was certain in his heart. This was hardly aimed at resolving the misunderstanding.
Pang Xingwen intended to frame him. If he slapped down, it would lead straight to irreconcilable enmity. Did his dad send him as an invitation?
“No need.” Su Chen shook his head and sighed: “Tomorrow evening, right? I got it.”
Knowing was knowing, going was going.
A look of joy appeared on Pang Xingwen’s face, and he immediately said: “Good, good. My father is waiting for you tomorrow. I won’t disturb you.”
He left in a hurry, as if he had completed some kind of task.
“Pang Family… Zhou Xian, no way…” Su Chen frowned tightly.
He closed the door, returned to the bedroom, walked into the cloakroom, and his mental power surged out, carefully infiltrating every crevice to ensure there were no surveillance measures.
Then, his hair gradually faded, transforming into a Heituo Priest.
He had asked Gu Bing before. The Court of Justice did have means to detect Strange God Power within a certain range, but it couldn’t detect followers.
Just after transforming, Su Chen’s eyelids twitched, “North side, south side, west side all have… fluctuations like Strange Artifacts, but not quite the same, and very vague. I can only sense the general direction…”
Ying Feng was very large. It was inevitable that there would be people from the Cult of the Strange God active in such places. Su Chen had expected this.
But he didn’t expect to sense three waves of fluctuations just within perception range, not to mention other Strange Gods and those further out.
“And… perception is greatly weakened instead, even directions are hard to pinpoint.” Su Chen transformed back, feeling puzzled inside.
It wasn’t quite like he had imagined. After promotion to priest, the perception range should have expanded and become more precise.
“It’s because Ying Feng has things that can capture Strange Artifact fluctuations, so they used means to shield… causing perception to weaken.” Su Chen hesitated:
“In this case, it’s hard to determine the Pang Family’s situation.”
“Forget it, just stay hidden for now.” Su Chen thought about it and simply went back to the old way.
Staying in this Court of Justice, who could do anything to him?
When the thought of staying low arises, the world is wide.
“Still, I need to tell Old Xia.”
Su Chen walked out of the cloakroom. The Gravity Chamber and Spiritual Realm Instrument were not yet installed. He did a little training, then went to bed to rest, and also told Zero what to eat for breakfast tomorrow morning.
The next day at five or six o’clock, Zero went out to the canteen to get breakfast. The Core Seed just needed to wait at home.
“This is so delicious?”
Su Chen looked at the White Porridge placed in front of him, steaming faintly. It looked simple, but one bite in, it was fresh, fragrant, tender, and smooth.
He bit into the meat bun beside it, and the juices exploded in his mouth, making his taste buds dance, even his cells becoming much more active.
“This is rice grown in the isolation room, never exposed to outside mist, and specially cooked by a senior cook. The meat is from a Second Order Green Python Pig, domesticated for many years, with extremely fresh meat quality and the ability to increase cell activity.” Zero explained.
“Food never exposed to mist, and senior cooks…” Su Chen understood. Senior cooks could perfectly release the characteristics of food, creating the ultimate taste.
It was said that top-tier cooks could use high-order ingredients to create food with potion-like effects.
“Nan Feng doesn’t have these conditions…” Su Chen increasingly sighed at the extravagance of life. Fortunately, he was enjoying it himself; otherwise, he would definitely criticize it harshly.
After eating the delicious food, Su Chen’s mood improved a lot, while Zero was summarizing news from the Court of Justice.
“…Because the Chief Judge made an exception yesterday and recruited two Core Seeds, it has already caused quite a stir internally.”
“…The mainstream public opinion is, if exceptional talent allows exceptions, why not cancel the assessment and just divide by talent: Brilliant Silver in the Outer Court, Crimson Gold into the Inner Court…”
“…And some are attacking you, saying you modified your information and were once a refugee…”
“Wait…” Su Chen was eating and couldn’t help interrupting: “Where did you get this news?”
“On the internal forum of the Court of Justice, I summarized the news roughly. Master, you can also check them one by one.” Zero projected a virtual screen.
“Forget it, your summary is fine.” Su Chen waved his hand. Zero had indeed saved him a lot of effort.
“…The Chief Judge has spoken, the exception is set in stone. What’s the point of this? The Chief Judge won’t take it back.” Su Chen pondered in his heart.
Zero suddenly spoke again: “Master, there’s a message from the Internal Affairs Department. They will come today to install the Gravity Training Room and Spiritual Realm Instrument. Allow it?”
“Allow…” Su Chen’s eyes lit up, “Old Xia gets things done efficiently.”
After eating, Du Yu sent a message, delivering his clothes and some sundries.
Su Chen had Zero grant him temporary access permission. Not long after, there was a knock at the door.
“So fast?” Su Chen went to open the door. Standing outside was a stranger, dressed properly. Most eye-catching were his one black and one white pupils.
This also confirmed his identity for Su Chen.
Ming Lin… Su Chen’s eyes shifted. This was the only Ink Jade Talent among the previous four Core Seeds.
Yesterday, Gu Bing had specifically mentioned it, as said by Zhang Yunqing, the guy who invited him to the banquet.
Today, he came to the door personally.
It was said that his profession was unusual, so his eyes became one black and one white. Now he should be a Third Order Professional, very close to Fourth Order.
“Brother Su…” Ming Lin was very amiable, holding a bottle of grayish-yellow wine in his hand, “Coming uninvited, hope I’m not disturbing.”
“Not at all, please come in.” Su Chen stepped aside politely: “I didn’t know Your Excellency was coming, so I didn’t prepare anything.”
“This isn’t good wine either.” Ming Lin chuckled and sat at the dining table, glancing at the big meat buns in the plate, surprised: “What a coincidence, Green Python Pig meat? Pairs best with my wine…”
“This wine is mellow and delicate, suitable for morning drinking, can stimulate mental activity.”
Tsk… He knew what I eat in the morning when he came. Impressive.
Su Chen understood in his heart that the other party was showing off his strength, but he didn’t mind, took the wine, and had Zero pour two glasses.
The two exchanged a few compliments. Seeing that Su Chen never asked what he came for, Ming Lin adjusted his evaluation of Su Chen in his heart. This was a very patient person.
He didn’t want to continue chatting idly and got to the point, “However, yesterday you two caused a big stir. Two more Core Seeds out of nowhere, the internal forces of the Court of Justice are probably going to reshuffle.”
“I’ve heard a little.” Su Chen said helplessly, “I declined repeatedly at the time, but the Chief Judge was arbitrary and there’s nothing I can do.”
So shameless. Ming Lin’s expression almost slipped. His teacher was there, how could he not know the specifics.
He could only helplessly agree, “Excellent people should enjoy better resources. That’s how it should be.”
Perhaps feeling his words were a bit nauseating, Ming Lin hurriedly skipped the topic and lowered his voice: “Four Core Seeds became six. Those other three old guys are very dissatisfied and are inciting their people underneath, aiming to stir up conflict.”
“But you must not get involved.”
Su Chen’s eyes flickered slightly, smiling faintly: “They’re dissatisfied, but Your Excellency is satisfied?”
“They became Core Seeds early, with only Crimson Gold talents, naturally sensing the crisis. But you, me, and that Chu Xuan are all Ink Jade, the same tier.” Ming Lin smiled, full of confidence:
“Competition brings progress.”
Su Chen praised: “What a broad mind. I see the Chief Judge position belongs to no one but Your Excellency.”
Full of nonsense. Ming Lin waved his hands repeatedly, constantly adjusting his perception of Su Chen in his heart, feeling this guy was a bit tricky.
“That Chu Xuan, not yet in the Court of Justice, already roped in a large force. Looks impressive, but he’s become the target.” Ming Lin shook his head involuntarily, “Many under him are already involved, stirring public opinion and resisting.”
“In a dilemma.” Su Chen pointed out in one sentence.
So smart… Ming Lin’s eyes narrowed slightly, nodding: “Right, the people under him are all newcomers this time, lacking foundation. Once conflict arises with the veterans and he can’t settle it, his face will be lost.”
Being a leader and boss means not just benefits, but also responsibility.
If you can’t settle things for your people, who will charge for you?
Ming Lin probed with praise: “Still, Your Excellency is smart, alone, watching from afar. No one can touch you.”
“I don’t think that much, just don’t want to bother dealing with others.” Su Chen chuckled.
For a moment, Ming Lin couldn’t figure out Su Chen’s thoughts. Was he really too lazy to recruit, or hiding his strength.
He came with some intent to pull him in, but Su Chen was as slippery as a ball, leaving him unsure how to broach it.
However, he didn’t expect to make the other submit with a few words. To truly win over such talent, it had to be done gradually.
Timing, location, and people—all indispensable.
So, he decided to release enough goodwill in this meeting.
“Little Brother Su and I think alike, unfortunately… I can’t return to that solitary state.” Ming Lin showed a bitter smile, then continued:
“The pattern of four Core Seeds has long existed. Though flawed, it’s overall acceptable.”
“But with the Qiong Guang System promotion, population has exploded, and more talents have emerged.”
“These years, just in the Inner Court, there are over thirty Crimson Gold Level.”
Su Chen thought thoughtfully. Before, with few people, Crimson Gold Level were cherished like treasures.
But now, Crimson Gold Talent appears every batch. Among the four Core Seeds, three are Crimson Gold Level, hard to convince.
Ming Lin continued: “But those guys’ advantage is becoming Core Seeds early, already gathering large forces around them.”
“Even the Chief Judge can’t directly cancel their qualifications, only make exceptions to add Core Seed spots.”
Su Chen understood the other’s meaning. Time is advantage. Even same Crimson Gold Level, they are older, stronger, with more forces, others can’t rise.
Ming Lin sighed: “The pattern has become stagnant waters, but under the still waters, surges never stop. The Chief Judge has been seeking better ways to change the pattern.”
“Seems to have vaguely found a way, and you two are the trigger. Just wait for the results.”
This couldn’t be called a hint, almost explicit. The internal pattern of the Court of Justice was about to undergo major change. Doing nothing for now was best.
Su Chen pondered briefly, then sincerely said: “Thanks for the reminder, I understand.”
Seeing Su Chen accept his goodwill, Ming Lin chatted idly a couple more sentences and prepared to leave.
Su Chen stopped him: “Brother Ming, I’m preparing to select an advanced profession, but I don’t know where exactly. Can you take me there?”
“Of course, no problem.” Ming Lin smiled, accepting Su Chen’s released goodwill.
The two went out, chatting along the way. Ming Lin introduced the general situations and personality traits of the other three Core Seeds.
The morning Court of Justice had many people coming and going. Su Chen roughly estimated that among ten people, five would say hello to Ming Lin.
Among five people, two or three were quite respectful.
“This is it…”
The two stopped in front of a silver-white building, heavily guarded outside. The aura from those guards made even Su Chen feel alarmed.
“You go in yourself, I don’t have permission.” Ming Lin said, “It’ll probably take a while to select. I’ll go first.”
The two exchanged contact info, then Su Chen showed his identity to enter.
“Not a single simple guy. Sigh… Why not more idiots like Pang Xingwen.” Su Chen climbed the steps, sighing.
The hall was quite empty, with only a front desk, also a Mechanical Puppet. As Su Chen approached, she spoke:
“Core Seed Su Chen, you have two chances to exchange for Third Order professions, highest Third Order Upper Tier, one physical, one mental each. Please use cautiously.”
“As expected, two types. Old Xia gets things done efficiently.” Su Chen grinned.
On the way, Ming Lin had simply introduced that profession selection seemed simple but was extremely complex.
Had to consider compatibility with previously appointed professions, how far future professions could go, and personal situations like age.
Generally, before choosing, one would find analysts for careful study to list the best options.
For physical, he had already had Sang Hanhai analyze, and without hesitation, he stated the name: “Physical side, I want Swift Wind Thunder Envoy.”
“Swift Wind Thunder Envoy, Third Order Upper Tier, retrieving now. Please view…”
A virtual screen appeared before Su Chen, with lines of text emerging.
【Discovered Third Order Upper Tier Profession — Swift Wind Thunder Envoy. Complete requirements to promote.】
【Promotion Requirement One: Elevate three E-grade Body Tempering Methods to Master Level】
【Promotion Requirement Two: Infiltrate a building guarded by Third Order without being detected, using three different methods.】
【Promotion Requirement Three: In a thunderstorm area, envelop yourself in Thunder Element, lasting over one hour.】
Three requirements listed out in detail.
“Tsk… difficulty higher now. Just Upper Tier, turned into three appointment requirements.” Su Chen sighed.
The first was standard, the second tricky. Higher rank, more complex strength composition. To not be detected, and three times, not low difficulty.
“And this requirement is very subjective. Detected is detected, even with insiders not simple.” Su Chen pondered: “And the last one, in thunderstorm area, envelop in Thunder Element, live lightning rod.”
Not low difficulty, but he wasn’t anxious. Regardless of the panel’s existence, Ming Lin had said on the way.
When Core Seeds promote, the Court of Justice sends teams according to requirements, makes plans, attempts multiple times.
“Mental side, I need Mystic Arts Weaver…” Su Chen said again. Just as he spoke, the panel suddenly popped up —
【Swift Wind Thunder Envoy arrives arrogantly, only to discover the seated Crimson Flame Thunder Great Venerable, greatly shocked, fawns flatteringly, but the Great Venerable doesn’t speak. After much thought, decides to weaken the appointment requirements.】
【Promotion Requirement Two weakened to one infiltration method.】
【Promotion Requirement Three weakened to existing in thunderstorm area for half an hour.】
“Ha…” Su Chen couldn’t help laughing. Arrives arrogantly, Third Order Upper Tier, compared to his other professions, could be arrogant, but unfortunately…
Appointment requirements further weakened was good news. Su Chen came back to his senses and heard the Mechanical Puppet’s voice.
“Sorry, viewing time does not exceed twenty minutes. Cannot make new profession selection.”
“Just these few lines, still forced to watch twenty minutes? Afraid I won’t remember.” Su Chen was speechless and could only wait dryly.
Time up, he called up Mystic Arts Weaver.
【Discovered Third Order Upper Tier Profession — Mystic Arts Weaver. Complete requirements to promote.】
【Promotion Requirement One: Elevate three E-grade Meditation Methods to Master Level】
【Promotion Requirement Two: Persist over one hour in Whispering Trial.】
【Promotion Requirement Three: Independently design three element abilities of at least Second Order intensity.】
“Whispering Trial for an hour, damn…”
Others okay. Even independently designing element abilities, with physical profession support, not a big problem for him. But that Whispering Trial was too bizarre.
He looked expectantly at the panel. Sure enough, it didn’t disappoint —
【Mystic Arts Weaver approaches cautiously, discovers the seated Crimson Flame Thunder Great Venerable, carefully pays respects. The Great Venerable doesn’t mind. After much thought, decides to slightly weaken appointment requirements.】
【Promotion Requirement Three, reduce element ability designs to one.】
“Whispering Trial didn’t reduce? This Mystic Arts Weaver is cunning enough.”
Su Chen muttered. This guy was clearly smarter than Swift Wind Thunder Envoy. And the Great Venerable hadn’t moved either time, purely their own ideas.
“Weakened is better than not…”
Two professions collected, goal achieved. Su Chen prepared to leave immediately.
“Sorry, viewing time insufficient twenty minutes. You cannot leave temporarily.”
Door locked tight. Su Chen helplessly turned back, “Just right, I still have a share of low-tier Strange God Power. Who to use it on?”
Su Chen calculated, “My Mental Talent is higher than Physical Talent. Plus that Spiritual Realm Instrument, probably reach Third Order faster.”
“Then Mystic Arts Weaver it is.”
Su Chen didn’t think long and decided.
【Mystic Arts Weaver infused with Strange God Power, body swells further, but limited by itself, stuck halfway.】
【Acquire three “Mystic Energy Crystals” to complete Mystic Arts Weaver’s transformation into Top Tier Profession.】
“Raising profession grade again?” Su Chen rubbed his chin, “Could Strange God Power be specifically for raising profession grades? Or just Heituo’s power trait, other Strange God Power brings different changes…”
No more Strange God Power, he could only guess. As for Mystic Energy Crystals, he hadn’t even heard of them, could only check info later.
“According to Ming Lin, I can still custom-order a weapon or equipment not exceeding Third Order at the Crafting Department.”
Twenty minutes not up yet. Su Chen remembered this, wanted to open the bracelet, but the virtual screen wouldn’t pop out.
“Warning: No electronic devices allowed in Profession Storage Area.” The Mechanical Puppet said unceremoniously.
“Alright…” Su Chen shrugged. Only after time ended and out the door could he open the bracelet, access Court of Justice internal network, find his weapon custom permission.
A big page popped up with three choices —
【Attack】, 【Defense】, 【Support】
“Attack I have Qing Suo, defense I have Scale Armor…” Su Chen pondered. His controlled Mystic Tools had unique advantages: ability enhancement not simple attachment, but complete fusion.
So he only planned to upgrade weapons in hand, not replace.
“In that case, first look at support equipment…” Su Chen walked, clicked the button, new page popped —
【Necklace】, 【Ring】, 【Belt】…
“Kinda familiar…” Su Chen’s curiosity rose, clicked through to view.
“Builds mental defense, assists element control boost, mental attack ones. Really quite complex…”
Su Chen browsed while walking, ideas surging, “Find one that amplifies my biggest advantage…”
His biggest advantage wasn’t strength or burst, but speed.
Wind and Thunder greatly amplify speed. From First Order, constantly strengthening. Now pure speed, even Zhou Xian might not catch up.
“Shadow Concealment Boots, engraved with Shadow Concealment, Swift Wind engravings, accepts conventional element energy, boosts own speed up to double… with certain concealment ability.”
Su Chen locked target, no hesitation, placed order immediately.
………
Meanwhile, Pang Xingwen was carefully watching his father, saying lowly: “That’s what he said. I already mentioned your name. Unless unexpected, he’ll definitely come tonight.”
“Mm.” Pang Father glanced at him, faintly: “Last night with Chu Yunze and them?”
“Yes.” Pang Xingwen nodded, explaining: “The celebration wasn’t over, they insisted on pulling me back.”
“Chu Xuan… build good relationship with him.” Pang Father nodded.
Pang Xingwen nodded eagerly, “Those Core Seeds already sense challenge crisis, secretly making trouble. Chu Xuan needs us to share pressure.”
“Go.” Pang Father had no interest in more talk, waved him away.
Pang Xingwen left with head down.
“Your son is too stupid. That guy probably won’t come.” From the shadows, someone walked out. Chillingly, his face had no features, voice unknown source.
“That’s exactly why I want him not to come.” Pang Father’s tone was cold, “Bring him here, strike secretly, my Pang Family would be destroyed instantly.”
“Heituo people spare no cost, but I don’t want to be that cost. Yesterday was just for show.”
