"Since the Church deals with strange supernatural phenomena, super-powered criminals, mysterious places, and occasionally out-of-control monsters, it has a very important responsibility for public safety in the Kingdom. There are some things the police cannot handle."
As he spoke, a document was held up to Jenkins.
"This is an employment contract for a secret church security company."
"Security firm?" A word so modern suddenly appeared in this fanciful conversation, and Jenkins could not help but repeat it.
"Yes, times have changed, Mr. Williamette. The mercenaries and adventurers of old have to adapt to find a new way out, and the security company really does resemble the rough fellows from history who do things for money. Just a reminder, these church facilities are secret departments, so what you see and hear must never be divulged."
"Okay," Jenkins nodded, then suddenly realized that maybe he knew too much. "But sir, I am just a new employee. You have shown me so much confidential information. Is that really all right?"
"It's fine." Binxi waved her hand. "You have to sign a non-disclosure agreement."
"This contract with the security company is not for you. For a rare healer like you, I do not recommend going to a place like this." Before Jenkins had finished reading the contract, it was withdrawn.
"Newbies are not assigned to the combat division unless their superpowers and soul traits are both combat specific. The combat division's fresh blood is usually the first tier of the combat profession's superpowers."
"Very good, profession, skill, level, and another piece of equipment to become an online game. Wait, is not Class C [super power] just equipment?" Jenkins secretly said to himself, and then said, "The combat department is indeed too dangerous for me, so sir, do you have any recommendations?"
"I appreciate your attitude." Benxi smiled, nodded to Jenkins, and pulled out three documents from the many papers on the table. Apparently, he already knew which ones were best for Jenkins.
"I will have to say it again. Since there are no [Natural Spirit] and [Mother Earth] churches in Nolan City, there is a shortage of people with appropriate healing abilities, so the healing ability of Natural Awakening is very valuable. I heard from Bishop Palod that you have a normal high school diploma, which is good because it makes it easier to work in the house."
The documents in front of him belong to three different branches, but probably because they all belong to the [Church of the Book and Knowledge], the contract formats are exactly the same and all standardized. The one on the left belongs to [Nolan Fifth Public Hospital], the one in the middle belongs to [Good Luck Pipeline Company], and the one on the right belongs to [Old Man Antiques Antique Shop].
"We have a base in the psychiatric ward of Nolan Fifth Public Hospital. The nature of the [mysterious Object] suggests that the person using it or the people around it are probably mentally ill, so it's essential to set up a base in the psychiatric ward to gather information. However, I hope you do not choose this option. Nolan Fifth Psychiatric Hospital has been haunted recently. Yes sir, ghosts are real, do not be so surprised. This matter has yet to be resolved, and a gravekeeper has already sacrificed themselves. Although the recovery ward of the psychiatric hospital is far from the children's ward where the incident occurred, it is a time of uneasiness..."
"I see." Jenkins immediately reached out and pushed the contract back. In his past life, he had been a little afraid of ghosts. Even though he was not a normal person now, it was hard to change the habit that had built up over the years. And at the party last night, someone had already reminded him not to go there anymore.
"Well, you should hold back when you should; that's a necessary quality for a qualified superpower," said Binxi, pointing to the second one. "Good Luck Steam Pipeline Company, the second largest steam pipeline company in Nolan City. We have a base in the customer service department, and your job is to follow your predecessors, knocking on doors and reading meters. The importance of this task is that you can easily go to certain occasions that are not appropriate for combat troops to go directly."
"I understand, it is the same as opening the door to send heat, reading water meters, and the mission of Dongfeng Express must be accomplished," Jenkins brooded with an unchanged mien.
"Old Man's antique store, Old Man Oliver, is looking for apprentices. You can imagine it's his job to recycle the [mysterious Things], [Supernatural Things], and [Superpowers] that have fallen onto the market and into the hands of the common folk. Not only does our church have such a subordinate department, the other four churches in Nolan City also have them, but they are all hidden. But I want to remind you that they really do sell antiques. So if you choose Old Man Oliver, you must follow him to learn how to identify antiques and run the store."
After saying this, Binxi took back the rest of the documents, tapped them a few times on the table, stacked them neatly, and placed them on the empty left side in front of Jenkins.
"Bishop Palod asked me to recommend a few safe and easy works for you, and so I chose these. If you are not satisfied, you can pick the rest, but I still do not agree with picking the combat."
Bishop Palod's friendly smile reappeared in Jenkins' mind. He had not expected the old man to appear before Binxi on this matter of all things. His heart warmed. Although Bishop Palod's kindness was directed at the original owner, Jenkins enjoyed the feeling of being cared for.
"I choose Old Man's antique store." He thought for a moment and pushed back the contract with the pipeline company. The antique store job is very compatible with the [Eye of Truth]. Jenkins plans to put his golden finger to good use. Besides, at the pipeline company, you have to walk around a lot, whereas the apprentice at the antique store works indoors. No matter how you compare, the latter is better. More importantly, the name "Old Man's Antique Shop" is very appealing to Jenkins, so naturally, he has a preference in his heart.
"Mr. Williamette, are you sure? It's only four of the clock in the afternoon. We still have plenty of time. You can look at the remaining options." Captain Binxi seemed surprised by Jenkins' determination.
"I have thought it over. Working at the antique store is easy, I can do something for the church, and I can learn new skills while I work. These are all excellent conditions."