Chapter 152: Certificate

In the room upstairs, Chen Chuan was wiping the Xuejun knife behind the table and applying knife maintenance oil.

After today's battle, he could clearly feel that the fit between man and sword had become deeper, and a faint trace of blood appeared on the back of the sword.

This should be because the alienated tissue inside the sword is also undergoing transformation, but this is not a bad thing.

While wiping, he was also reviewing today's battle in his mind, examining his shortcomings, and seeing if he could do better.

In fact, today, with Quan Shi having him sit so close to him, the outcome of the match was already decided. Because at this distance, he could unleash his full speed and strength, and in a regular fight between fighters, nothing is more important than this.

Now that Boxing Lion, the team's fighting force, has been eliminated, the rest of the people are actually easy to deal with.

But if we were to let loose and fight...

He considered it for a moment. If the biological weapon of unknown power hadn't participated in the battle, the outcome would likely have been similar. However, the process might have been longer, with greater costs, and one or two minions might have escaped. Furthermore, if time dragged on and another buyer entered the market, everything would be uncertain.

He turned his head to look at the metal box placed against the wall. The Taiana battle spider was inside. It was not big and could fit into a briefcase, making it very convenient to carry.

After listening to Hu Xian's words, he also found three cans of high-energy nutrition in the building. It seemed that one can would be needed to wake the thing up each time.

This kind of nutrient tank is relatively difficult to find and requires going through channels. Most importantly, it is expensive. No wonder Boxing Lion is eager to sell it. It is of little use to him. This is a "pet" that only rich people can afford.

At this moment, there was a strong and rhythmic knock on the door, and a voice said, "Student Chen, are you asleep?"

Chen Chuan sheathed the Xuejun Knife, walked over, opened the door, and stepped aside. "Special Envoy Feng, please come in."

Old Feng walked in, quickly glanced at the situation in the room, and then smiled. Now was not the time to carry out the mission, and he could not change his professional habit.

He turned and said to Chen Chuan, "Student Chen, I just received a telegram from above. Your case has been confirmed." He handed him the translated message and said, "Congratulations."

Chen Chuan took it and, after reading the contents, he was certain. He looked up and said, "Thank you, Special Envoy Feng, for bringing it over personally."

Old Feng smiled and said, "When there's good news, of course I have to let the person know as soon as possible so I can share in the joy. I also need to tell you that, as per custom, someone will come to hold a simple certification ceremony for you later."

Chen Chuan asked, "Where do you need me to go?"

Lao Feng said, "If there's no other notice in the telegram, someone should come directly to find you, so you just need to stay here."

"Is it right here?"

"Yes, right here."

Lao Feng said, "From what I understand, the content of the assessments is different, the efficiency and methods of completion are different, and the attitudes of those above are also different. In the past, students who came to the Chaos Land for assessments rarely completed them independently, except for those who gave up on their own. And no one has ever completed them as... efficiently as you have. Therefore, being certified here is of special significance."

These things don't need to be said before the exam, but they don't matter after the exam. And the students who can get this kind of certificate have almost caught the attention of the higher-ups, so it can be considered as a favor. Even if we don't talk about this, he admires Chen Chuan very much because he has read Chen Chuan's file.

Chen Chuanshuo said: "I don't know how long I have to wait."

"It shouldn't take too long, just a few days at most," Lao Feng said, pretending to be serious. "But you'll have to pay for your accommodation yourself. The review committee won't cover it."

Chen Chuan couldn't help but smile.

Lao Feng said, "It's getting late. We can talk about it tomorrow. But this is a chaotic place. Although the assessment is over, we still need to be careful."

Chen Chuan nodded.

After seeing Old Feng off, he thought about whether he should call Cheng Zitong. They had agreed before that once he passed the assessment, he would dial a designated number, but there was no need to dial through.

But after some thought, I realized I only arrived yesterday, and if I called Cheng Zitong today, he might have second thoughts. Since I only have a few days to get the license, I might as well wait until I get it and talk about it together.

He went back to maintain the knife, washed up, and went back to his room to rest.

It was very quiet here in the hotel, but the streets near the chaotic area were very lively tonight, with telegrams coming and going non-stop.

It is said that the boxing lion who was carrying the goods met a buyer from outside today and once again wanted to rob the robbers, but was completely solved by the masters around the buyer. Moreover, the buyer was so powerful that even Mr. Bluebird did not dare to stay and left as soon as he came.

Because Mr. Lanque never mentioned the matter afterwards, some forces in the Land of Chaos that had originally not cared about it also became interested. They wanted to use their spies in the town to find out what was going on and who the buyer was, but they didn't get any useful clues for a while.

Three days later, a special train drove into the train station. After it stopped, a group of people in black coats came out from the train. They all had sharp eyes. When they walked out, the armed security personnel around the station all raised their hands to salute.

Among them was a middle-aged man with a square face. It was none other than Commissioner Cao, who had personally delivered the assessment documents to Chen that day. As he emerged from the station, he glanced at the snow outside the square and said, "I remember when I took the assessment, it was also snowing. Twenty years have passed, and this place hasn't changed much."

The people around me said, “Commissioner, the place hasn’t changed, but the people are different.”

"Yes." Commissioner Cao emphasized, "The people are different." At this time, cars drove out of the station behind them and stopped aside, but they all stood there without moving.

After waiting for a few minutes, a car drove towards them from the opposite road. After entering the snow-white square, it stopped not far in front of them. The car door opened and Lao Feng walked out. He walked up to him, extended his hand to shake his hand, and said with a smile, "Commissioner, I've been waiting for a long time."

Commissioner Cao shook his hand vigorously and said, "Old Feng, thank you for your hard work. Is he here?"

Lao Feng said, "He's still here. Needless to say, this assessment was the most motivated I've ever been. That kid was really inspiring."

Commissioner Cao said, "Young people, this is how it should be."

Lao Feng said, turning sideways, "Take my car."

Commissioner Cao nodded and walked over, saying, "Don't lead me into this ditch." Old Feng pointed at him and said, "You're holding a grudge, aren't you? It's been twenty years, and you're still bringing this up."

Commissioner Cao got into his car and said, "Revisiting old places naturally brings up old stories. It's hard not to think about it."

As he got into the car, others also got into the cars on both sides. The car doors slammed shut, and a long convoy drove towards the street where the hotel was located.

The car in front drove up to the house where Quanshi and the others had been staying. Commissioner Cao and Old Feng got out. Old Feng said, "I'll go call..."

Commissioner Cao waved his hand and walked inside.

Chen Chuan had listened to Lao Feng's advice and waited here early in the morning. When the people outside came in, he found that the person walking in front was someone he had seen before.

Old Feng introduced, "Student Chen, this is Commissioner Cao."

Commissioner Cao said, "Student Chen, we've met before. I'm here today on behalf of the review team to issue you the 'Unlimited Defense Certificate.'"

He raised his hand, and a subordinate wearing gloves came forward holding a box. He stood in front of Chen Chuan, opened the box, held it in both hands, and showed him the contents inside.

Chen Chuan took a look and saw a jade card inside that looked like a weapon certificate. It was dark blue in color, with blood-red patterns on the surface that looked like cinnabar. His name and number were engraved on it, and like the weapon certificate, it was written in ancient seal characters.

Commissioner Cao took a booklet from another subordinate, opened it, and began to read on the spot:

"Chen Chuan, a student with courage, determination, and tact, has been granted unlimited authority to defend his position. A gentleman hides his talents and waits for the right time to act. I hope you will hone your character and mind and continue to study diligently. I commend you for this."

Handwritten by: Liang Yonghang, head of the national review team.

Dashun, summer of the 93rd year of the Republic of China.

After saying this, he closed the book and handed it to Chen Chuan with both hands.

Chen Chuan's expression also straightened. He walked forward and took it with both hands. After he put it away, the man holding the box handed the box containing the "Unlimited Defense Certificate" to him.

He took a deep breath and took out the self-defense certificate. He felt a coolness in his hand and it felt heavy. The material seemed to be of higher quality than the weapon certificate.

Commissioner Cao then said solemnly, "Student Chen, I need to remind you that once you obtain the Unlimited Defense Certificate, you become half a law enforcer. You have rights and obligations. If the nation calls you up, you have two chances to decline. If you decline more than two times, your certificate and qualification for the assessment will be revoked."

Chen Chuan nodded and said, "I understand." He knew very well that the rights given to him by the upper class were certainly not given for free. If he enjoyed the rights, he naturally had obligations.

Commissioner Cao's expression relaxed a little and he said, "Student Chen, I look forward to your future performance." Then he didn't say anything more and turned and left. His subordinates followed him out.

Commissioner Cao knew that the review team had actually had a debate on whether to allow Chen Chuan to participate in this assessment.

Because the number of people who can be assessed each year is limited, Chen Chuancai is a first-year student, so he should give way to the third-year students. However, his recommendation evaluation is too excellent, so there is no reason to stop him. However, it also means that a third-year student's place will be squeezed out, which will naturally cause some controversy.

It's not for profit, but some people think that his ability may not have reached the expected level, so it's better to suppress him and give him another chance when he is in the second grade.

But some people hold opposing views, because in the first grade, there are three departments to evaluate, not including the processing bureau, and there is no precedent for this before. This is obviously a young man with unprecedented talents, and an exception should be made for him.

Now all arguments should end.

Back in the car, the subordinate asked, "Commissioner, where are we going next?"

Commissioner Cao glanced outside and said, "Since we are here, let's go meet some old friends." After that, he looked forward and said, "Let's go." The car started slowly and soon left here.

On the other side, Chen Chuan got the certificate and his business here was over. He went back to the hotel to pack up and prepared to go back. He originally wanted to wait for a few more days, but the review team had already booked the return ticket, which was for this afternoon. Thinking that the review team had repeatedly emphasized the financial constraints, he decided not to add to the burden.

After packing up, he said goodbye to everyone in the hotel one by one and prepared to take the bus. Hu Xian and Lao Feng came out to see him off.

Chen Chuan said, "Sister Hu, Special Commissioner Feng, I'm leaving now. Take care."

Lao Feng said solemnly: "Take care!"

Hu Xian said, "Brother Chen, remember to write a letter."

Chen Chuan smiled and said, "I will." He waved to the two of them, put on the box containing the Xuejun Sword, carried the suitcase, and walked towards the station.

Hu Xian watched them gradually walk away and said, "I've been here all these years. Not to mention those who lie here forever, even those who can pass the assessment have all stumbled and fallen. I've never seen someone like Brother Chen. He will definitely achieve great things in the future. Even then, I'm afraid I'll still be here looking at this shabby place."

Special Commissioner Feng also said with emotion: "Yes, but don't say it so bleakly. Brother Chen passed the assessment this time, and the higher-ups have noticed this place. I'm afraid your position really needs to be moved."

Hu Xian was a little surprised and said, "Who should I hand this over to?" Then he laughed at himself and said, "Why should I care about that? This awful world can be cured without anyone."

Lao Feng said softly, "Yes, but the more people like you, the better."

"The more people work hard, the better, right?" Hu Xian tightened his collar and walked back to the hotel. "Let's go. Are you going to be in the cold wind here? Old Feng, if you're not cold, I am."

Old Feng looked up at the azure sky and smiled slightly, "Is that so? But why do I feel warm inside?"

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(End of this chapter)