Perhaps because his mental power was growing, Chen Qing slept until noon.
Chen Man had already gone to school by himself.
After having a meal, Chen Qing went to report to the 5th Brigade of the Ghost-Controlling Army.
"Chen Qing, welcome!"
Han Yuan punched his left chest with his right fist and gave a team salute.
Chen Qing returned the salute in the same way.
"Maybe you already know about it, but let me introduce our brigade anyway."
"The Ghost-Controlling Army, the Ghost-Eliminating Team, and the Martial Arts School form the three major cultivation systems nowadays."
"Among them, the Ghost-Controlling Army is mainly responsible for guarding. It has the largest number and is the foundation of the entire Tang Dynasty at present."
"The Ghost-Eliminating Team is even more dangerous. They belong to the mobile troops, responsible for beheadings and explorations. They can be regarded as special forces and are the top combat forces."
"The Martial Arts School gathers most of those who have talent but are not used to fighting and killing. They focus on improving cultivation methods, developing weapons, and so on. For example, the standard weapon in the army - the Kunwu Knife - was developed by the Martial Arts School."
Chen Qing knew this naturally.
The Ghost-Eliminating Team had the best treatment, but since Chen Qing had to take care of Chen Man, he was destined not to be able to fight everywhere.
"You seem to know quite a bit about the Ghost-Controlling Army. Do you know what the three types of weapons we have are?"
"The Kunwu Knife, the Kunlun Crossbow, and guns."
Chen Qing didn't hesitate: "I choose the Kunwu Knife."
"Once you choose a weapon, it's equivalent to choosing your subsequent position allocation as well."
"I know."
The Kunwu Knife was for close combat.
The Kunlun Crossbow was for auxiliary and short-to-medium-range sniping.
Guns were for auxiliary and long-range sniping.
Han Yuan nodded.
"Let's conduct a formal talent test and then get your equipment. Those with A-level talent usually have their own opportunities, so they won't be forced to stay in the team. What about you?"
"I want to study in the team for a few days first."
The Ghost-Contracting Technique must be learned.
Especially the Black Prison Ghost-Contracting Technique.
"He Qiang, take Chen Qing to take the talent test."
Soon, a sturdy man came over.
He was quite talkative and started chatting non-stop as soon as he saw Chen Qing.
"My name is He Qiang, and I love fishing."
"My family used to be pig butchers. Have you ever slaughtered a pig?"
"I heard from the captain that you have an S-level talent. It's a pity that you're not joining the Ghost-Eliminating Team with such talent."
"How does it feel to have an S-level talent?"
While chatting all the way, they arrived at a place... that looked a bit like the radiology department of a hospital.
There was a wall beside it, and on the wall was a large glass. Two people in white coats and Han Yuan were watching from there.
In the middle was something like an electric chair. There were palm-shaped depressions on the armrests. Chen Qing sat on it and put his hands in.
Then many clips with wires were attached to his hands and feet, and a helmet connected to a bunch of wires was put on his head.
"It's been a really long time since an S-level newcomer joined our team."
"Even if there were some, they were snatched away by the Ghost-Eliminating Team."
"Hopefully this S-level talent will stay here."
After He Qiang confirmed that everything was in order, he gave an OK gesture to the people behind the glass and said with a sly smile:
"Are you ready for your soul to leave your body?"
Chen Qing nodded.
Buzz—
With a soft sound.
His whole body shook!
Especially his head, which seemed to be pulled by something from a distance.
It really felt like his soul was leaving his body.
The values on the computer display panel jumped around chaotically and suddenly stopped.
At the end of a bunch of values, there was a line of small words:
Energy Level: SS.
The doctor's mouth dropped open: "Double S level!"
"SS level!"
"It's the same level as the captain!"
Han Yuan also opened his mouth wide in shock and suddenly said in a low voice: "There's a mistake! Change it back to S level!"
"Ah?"
"Just do as I say! I still need a deputy captain!"
"Uh..."
"Believe it or not, I'll beat you up?"
"Okay..."
They naturally knew the reason why.
If the Ghost-Eliminating Team found out about this, they would definitely take this person away.
"But captain, there will be a record in the machine!"
"By the time they find out, with my charm, Chen Qing won't be able to leave even if he wants to."
"..."
He Qiang and Chen Qing soon saw the result too.
Sure enough, it was a genuine S level.
"Congratulations, Chen Qing. Compared to last time, you've improved a little bit." Han Yuan said with a smile.
The two doctors looked at each other and remained silent.
Chen Qing thought to himself that it really had increased a bit!
When he was using the Demon-Suppressing Tower to collect takeout, he had already felt it.
After thinking for a while, he asked Han Yuan: "Captain, my head has been itchy these days... Well, how can I put it..."
"It's just... I feel like my mental power is growing."
"Is this a normal phenomenon?"
Hearing this, Han Yuan, the two doctors, and He Qiang were all stunned.
"Congratulations..."
Before He Qiang could finish his sentence,
Han Yuan kicked him hard and sent him flying.
He Qiang flew a short distance away and shut his mouth.
Han Yuan said in a solemn tone: "Our new brother might have a mental disorder! Are you still trying to be smart?"
He Qiang: "..."
"Chen Qing, wait here for a while."
Han Yuan then pulled the three of them into the glass room.
"Is he... is he about to awaken?"
"Boss! Is he about to awaken?"
"Shut up!"
Han Yuan rubbed his hair, his face looking like he was wearing a mask of pain.
"Finally, a good seedling has come, but he's about to awaken!"
"He won't be able to stay here now!"
After struggling for a while, he shouted angrily: "Change it! Change it to A level for me!"
"Ah?"
"Boss, you're being a bit too shady!"
"That's not nice!"
"His treatment will be reduced by more than half!"
"Shut up! Do you think I'll let him suffer? I'll double... no, quadruple! Eight times make it up for him! Change it! Believe it or not, I'll beat you up!"
"Tsk tsk, we should call you Captain Black from now on."
"Lawless~ Disregarding the rules~"
He Qiang was about to make a few sarcastic remarks when he was kicked away again.
"None of you are useful. If I die in the line of duty, won't it be a slap in the face if a new captain is parachuted in? Han Yuan said angrily. "We need a deputy captain, understand?!"
When he came back in front of Chen Qing again, Han Yuan's face looked a bit solemn.
"There's a mental tumor in your brain that's absorbing your mental power. So your correct energy level is A."
"Mental tumor?"
"This thing will be gradually digested as you cultivate. Don't worry."
Chen Qing was stunned.
The whole thing seemed a bit strange, but the feeling of "mental power growing" was real.
Maybe it really had an impact.
"Let's go. Let's go and choose a cultivation method first. What cultivation method do you want?"
As soon as this was mentioned, Chen Qing immediately shifted his thoughts.
The Black Prison Ghost-Contracting Technique!
This was something he must obtain, but he couldn't say it out loud.
Because it was confidential, and he couldn't explain where he knew about its existence.
Originally, He Qiang was supposed to lead the way for the rest of the journey, but Han Yuan seemed very enthusiastic and led the way in person.
They came to the Library Hall... Let's call it that for now.
Actually, it was a room with very strict security, and there were many locked black boxes inside.
Some black boxes were very long, some were thick and heavy, and some were small.
And the cultivation methods were also placed in these black boxes one by one.
"You're at A level, so you can choose two A-level items. Choose whatever you like."
Each black box had a metal plate on it, with the introduction of the item inside written on it:
Item Name: "Ghost-Contracting Technique"
Category: Cultivation Method
Level: B level
Danger Level: None
Remarks: Can be used to contract ghosts. A must for Ghost-Controllers.
Item Name: High-Precision Tactical Rifle (Silver Bullets)
Category: Weapon
Level: B level
Danger Level: None
Remarks: Can be loaded with special bullets to kill ghost leaders from a long distance.
Item Name: Blood-Red Robe
Category: Ancient Artifact
Level: S level
Danger Level: None
Remarks: Dropped after killing a female ghost. Has extremely strong defense against ghosts.
Chen Qing looked at them one by one. The levels of ancient artifacts were all extremely high. Basically, they were all S level or above.
Of course, his own Demon-Suppressing Tower and the Picture of Zhong Kui were definitely SSS level.
If the maximum was ten S levels, then they had ten S levels. If the maximum was a hundred S levels, then they had a hundred S levels.
They were just that powerful!
"Too bad. If I were at S level, I could choose this Blood-Red Robe."
He Qiang and the two doctors looked at Han Yuan, their contempt in their eyes undisguised.
"Cough, cough,"
Han Yuan coughed twice. "Uh, in line with the fine tradition of taking care of newcomers, you can choose one more SS-level item. The contribution points will be deducted from mine."
"Contribution points?"
"You get them when you complete tasks. You can exchange them for money or rewards. If the things you want aren't here, you can also apply to the higher-level warehouse."
"Oh~"
Chen Qing nodded. Then he looked further back.
Item Name: "Black Prison Ghost-Contracting Technique"
Category: Cultivation Method
Level: SS level
Danger Level: ★★
Remarks: A dangerous advanced version of the Ghost-Contracting Technique. After using it, the ghost will be locked in the soul domain and can only be released when there is only one kind of soul fluctuation left.
(Note: When one side dies and only one side remains. Or when the ghost submits to the human and their soul fluctuations become unified.)
(Note 2: This cultivation method is extremely overbearing. It's a life-and-death method. Please choose carefully.)
"Captain, I want this one."
Han Yuan's expression changed.