Chapter 36: Chapter 36: The Olive Branch
[T/N: New year BONUS chapter 🥳🥳]
"After you go below, reflect properly. Remember, young people shouldn't be too impulsive." Saying so, Huang Da raised the steel spike, aiming at Jiang Kai's cheek, ready to stab down.
Just at that moment, there was a sudden loud bang, followed by a heart-wrenching scream.
Jiang Kai was completely stunned. Just as he was about to be killed by Huang Wei, Huang Wei suddenly knelt before him, clutching his leg, rolling on the ground, and wailing incessantly.
'What happened? Just now… was that… someone shooting?'
After the Beast God Era began, many people could use firearms, but the Huaxia Nation still strictly prohibited them.
Ordinary non-military firearms must be stored in the city's armory and could only be retrieved when leaving the city.
Huang Da's subordinates were also stunned. They looked around in fear…
Not long after, a man walked out from the alley opposite, holding a handgun with the barrel aimed at them.
Upon seeing this person, Jiang Kai's eyes widened.
It was the person he had seen in Destiny's Calling, the one Su Nuannuan called Brother Lu Jun.
"Who are you, daring to use a gun." one of the burly men shouted angrily, both shocked and furious.
Lu Jun took out a document from his jacket pocket, holding it single-handedly. He opened the ID and said, "Deputy Regiment Commander of the Jiangzhong City Military District, Lu Jun. Any questions?"
"A military officer." Everyone stared at Lu Jun in shock.
Lu Jun looked coldly at the rolling Huang Da, shaking his head. "Huang Da, I was initially quite satisfied with your brother's performance. But now it seems both you and your brother have serious character flaws."
"You dare commit murder in Jiangzhong City? Do you really think your Huang family can cover the sky with one hand?"
Huang Da's expression changed dramatically, but he didn't dare respond.
"I've already notified the Jiangzhong City police. None of you are to escape. Or, you can try my marksmanship."
At this moment, another man emerged from the shadows of the corner.
This person was about 1.75 meters tall, with a well-proportioned build, dressed in all black, and wearing black sunglasses.
Lu Jun nodded at the man, who then walked over.
He showed no fear facing more than twenty burly men, exuding an aura of confidence. Calm and composed, he walked straight up to Jiang Kai.
Jiang Kai weakly raised his head, looking at this man.
He couldn't make out the man's face or see his eyes.
Without any warning, suddenly, the man struck.
No one could see his speed clearly. In an instant, the two burly men behind Jiang Kai both had their arms broken.
Jiang Kai felt his body suddenly fall, but the man in black caught him with one hand.
Supporting Jiang Kai, the man walked towards Lu Jun as if no one else was present, under the watchful eyes of everyone.
At this moment, Huang Da's eyes widened even further, his voice trembling as he said, "A… a Transcendent Profession Holder?"
In Destiny's Calling, once a profession reaches the fifth tier, one becomes a Transcendent Profession Holder.
It's said that what a Transcendent Profession Holder demonstrates isn't merely nuclear soil anymore.
When the man reached Lu Jun's side, he said indifferently to him, "This kid's fine."
Hearing this, Jiang Kai was dumbfounded.
'Are you sure this counts as fine? Shouldn't you check more thoroughly? At least run an ultrasound or something?'
About seven or eight minutes later, a large group of police arrived at the scene. When they saw Lu Jun and the man in black, they appeared visibly uneasy.
"Regimental Commander Lu, and that one is…"
"Chief Li, don't ask what you shouldn't. Just handle the scene properly. No matter the background of these people, handle it impartially and report the results to the military district. I will personally supervise."
Due to the role of the military in Destiny's Calling and the Beast God battlefield, the military's status now far surpasses the police.
In fact, the police are now subordinate to the military.
"Yes, take these people away. Collect the weapons as evidence, and carry away the injured on stretchers." Li Yang didn't dare slack off in the slightest.
After the police took Huang Da and his men away, Lu Jun shook his head. "In chaotic times, these financial cliques are becoming more and more lawless, daring to commit crimes in broad daylight."
The man in black said lightly, "Not exactly. Most people still follow the law. It's just that someone like Huang Da believes his family will cover for him no matter what."
"But speaking of which, Black Tortoise Military Industry holds an extraordinary status. They remain Huaxia's most important force against the Beast God. Punishing this Huang Da won't be easy."
Lu Jun nodded. He, too, was aware of Black Tortoise Military Industry's status. The pressure he exerted on Li Yang earlier was only to the extent of punishing Huang Da to the best of their ability.
After a brief exchange, Lu Jun turned to Jiang Kai. "Jiang Kai, are you alright?"
Jiang Kai's face was pale. He wasn't sure whether to say he was fine or not.
After all, the man in black just said he was fine…
"A bit sore…"
"Minor internal bleeding, no broken bones, nothing serious." The man in black showed no mercy, bluntly stating, "That Huang Da doesn't have enough strength."
With that, Jiang Kai couldn't argue anymore.
'Alright, if you say it's fine, then it's fine.'
"Take this pill." The man in black handed over a pill. "It will help you recover."
"Stand on your own now. I'm not used to holding onto another man for so long." The man in black let go unceremoniously, and Jiang Kai almost stumbled.
Whether it was the pill or the brief rest, Jiang Kai regained some energy and managed to stand on his own.
"You're… a Transcendent Profession Holder?" Jiang Kai looked at the man in black.
The man said calmly, "Yes."
At this moment, Jiang Kai couldn't help but show a trace of respect.
The Beast Gods were growing stronger. Guns had proven ineffective against them, while Transcendent Profession Holders were seen as the hope for turning the tide.
Huaxia's strongest, the War God Hall's super warriors, were their most powerful representatives. In reality, their strength far surpassed ordinary people.
"Oh, right, there's someone else you need to meet." Lu Jun suddenly said, "Jiang Kai, come and meet… General Wei." He then turned slightly, looking towards the shadowy corner.
A general? Jiang Kai's heart skipped a beat as he raised his head, following Lu Jun's gaze.
"Hahaha, Xiao Lu, I thought you'd forgotten about me." From the shadows came hearty laughter, followed by a figure stepping out of the darkness.
The man had a resolute face, appearing to be in his forties. He was about the same height as Jiang Kai, his gaze kind and his hands behind his back, wearing a gentle smile.
"Sorry, Jiang Kai, we didn't see those people when we arrived. Otherwise, we wouldn't have allowed this to happen."
Jiang Kai's eyes widened. "You are…"
"Let me introduce myself. I'm the Commander of Huaxia's 18th Army, Major General Wei Ying."
"General Wei Ying!" Jiang Kai exclaimed in disbelief.
"Don't just stand there. Let's head to your place for a chat. I just have a few questions for you." Wei Ying smiled.
Jiang Kai's home was in shambles, with a wooden door almost torn off its hinges.
Jiang Kai was already worrying about how to explain this to his elder brother and Yingzi.
The small space felt crowded with four people. The man in black didn't bother entering and stood guard at the door.
Wei Ying, broad-shouldered like Jiang Kai, crouched on a small stool.
Lu Jun initially intended to sit on Jiang Lan's bed but felt it inappropriate to sit higher than his superior, so he stood behind Wei Ying instead.
After pondering for a moment, he tidied up the bed sheet's hem, hanging it on the rope, then stood upright with his hands clasped behind his back.
Jiang Kai frowned as he looked at Wei Ying before him. At this moment, Wei Ying spoke first.
"Xiao Lu mentioned you didn't report your profession after completing the Rookie Trial. Is it that you don't want others to know your profession?"
Jiang Kai frowned, his mind racing.
From the past situations where new professions appeared in Huaxia, the first batch of new profession holders were often retained for various tests, used to record data, profession characteristics, and also to cooperate in completing various tests.
Not to mention, his profession came from incomplete materials.
The military should still have incomplete materials. Would they put more effort into researching him…
The most important point is that his profession has no subsequent advancements. Once exposed, would the Huang family act even more unscrupulously in retaliating against him?
After thinking for a moment, Jiang Kai said, "Yes."
Wei Ying was not angry and asked with a smile, "Then are you willing to tell me now?"
Jiang Kai frowned tightly; the other party had directly asked him now.
Seeing Jiang Kai hesitating, Lu Jun, who was on the side, spoke, his tone meaningful, "Jiang Kai, you need to think carefully before answering. You can choose not to tell us; this is the player's freedom. However, if you do so, it is very likely you will lose an opportunity to join the military."
"The commander greatly appreciates your performance during the novice trial."
Jiang Kai's eyes widened, his mind buzzing.
Lu Jun's words were already clearly hinting to Jiang Kai that they intended to recruit him into the military. For the military, it was very rare for them to actively absorb civilian forces.
The military was the first force to enter Destiny's Calling. Although they faced an entirely new challenge at the time, and the difficulty could be imagined, on the other hand, they were also the first to obtain resources.
Fifty years have passed. Now, internationally, regardless of the country, the military is absolutely in a league of its own, above all guild forces.
Joining the military represents finding the biggest backer.
With the military as his backing, it would probably be difficult for the Huang family to move against him.
Wei Ying was not in a hurry and kept smiling as he looked at Jiang Kai. He knew that at times like this, Jiang Kai needed enough time to think.
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