"Once you're down there, take some time to reflect. Remember, young people shouldn't be too impulsive!" Huang Da said as he raised a steel spike, aiming it at Jiang Kai's face, ready to strike down!

At that moment, a loud bang suddenly echoed, 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 in pain.

What happened? Was that... a gunshot?

Since the Era of the Beast Deities began, many people could use firearms, but China still strictly prohibited them.

Non-military personnel had to store their guns in the city's armory and could only retrieve them when leaving the city.

Huang Da's men were equally shocked, looking around in terror...

Before long, a man emerged from the alley opposite, holding a pistol aimed at them.

Seeing this person, Jiang Kai's eyes widened.

It was Lu Jun, whom he had seen in his Calling, the one Su Nuannuan referred to as Brother Lu Jun!

"Who are you to use a gun!" one of the burly men shouted in shock and anger.

Lu Jun took out his credentials from his jacket pocket, holding them out with one hand, "Deputy Commander Lu Jun of the River City Military District. Any questions?"

"Military personnel!" Everyone looked at Lu Jun in shock.

Lu Jun looked coldly at Huang Da, who was rolling on the ground, shaking his head, "Huang Da, I was actually 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 River City? Do you really think your Huang Family can cover the sky with one hand?"

Huang Da was terrified, not daring to respond.

"I've already notified the River City police. None of you are allowed to leave, or you can test my marksmanship."

At this moment, another man walked out from the corner.

He was about 1.75 meters tall, well-built, dressed in black, and wearing black sunglasses.

Lu Jun nodded at him, and the man walked over.

He showed no fear of the twenty or so burly men, carrying an aura of calmness and composure, walking straight to Jiang Kai.

Jiang Kai looked up weakly at this person.

He couldn't see the man's face or his eyes.

Without warning, the man suddenly made a move!

No one could see his speed clearly; in an instant, the arms of the two burly men behind Jiang Kai were both broken.

Jiang Kai felt his body sink, and the man in black caught him with one hand.

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Supporting Jiang Kai, he walked towards Lu Jun, ignoring the crowd's gaze.

At this moment, Huang Da's eyes widened even more, trembling as he spoke, "A Transcendent Professional!"

In the Calling, once a profession reaches the fifth tier, it becomes a Transcendent Professional.

It's said that what Transcendent Professionals embody is no longer just Nuclear Soil!

As they reached Lu Jun, the man said to him, "This kid's not in serious trouble."

Hearing this, Jiang Kai was speechless.

Are you sure I'm not in serious trouble? Shouldn't you at least do an ultrasound or something?

About seven or eight minutes later, a large group of police officers arrived at the scene. Seeing Lu Jun and the man in black, they appeared quite anxious.

"Commander Lu, that person is also here..."

"Chief Li, don't ask what you shouldn't. Just handle the scene properly. Regardless of their background, deal with them impartially and report the results to the military district. I'll personally oversee it!"

Given the military's role in the Calling and the Beast God battlefield, their status now far exceeds that of the police.

In fact, the police are now a subordinate unit of the military.

"Yes, take all these people away, collect the weapons as evidence, and carry the injured one on a stretcher!" Li Yang dared not slack off in the slightest.

...

The police had already taken Huang Da and the others away. Lu Jun shook his head, "In these chaotic times, these tycoons are becoming more and more lawless, daring to commit crimes in broad daylight!"

The man in black said calmly, "Not really. Most people still abide by the law. It's just that Huang Da thinks even if something happens, his family will cover for him."

"But speaking of which, Black Tortoise Military Engineering holds an extraordinary position. They are currently the most important force in China against the Beast God, so dealing with Huang Wei might not be that simple."

Lu Jun nodded, knowing full well the status of Black Tortoise Military Engineering. The pressure he put on Li Yang earlier was just to punish Huang Da as much as possible.

After a brief exchange, Lu Jun looked at Jiang Kai, "Jiang Kai, are you alright?"

Jiang Kai's face was pale, unsure whether to say he was fine or not.

After all, the man in black just said he wasn't in serious trouble...

"A bit of pain..."

"Minor internal bleeding, no broken bones, not a big issue." The man in black showed no mercy, directly stating, "Huang Da's strength is lacking."

Jiang Kai couldn't argue further.

Alright, if you say I'm fine, then I'm fine.

"Take this pill." The man in black handed him a pill, "It'll help you recover."

"You can stand on your own. I'm not used to holding a grown man." The man in black let go unceremoniously, and Jiang Kai nearly stumbled.

Whether it was the effect of the pill or the rest, Jiang Kai regained some energy and could barely stand on his own.

"Are you... a Transcendent Professional?" Jiang Kai looked at the man in black.

The man in black replied calmly, "Yes."

At this moment, Jiang Kai couldn't help but feel a sense of respect.

The Beast God was growing stronger, and guns had been proven ineffective against it. Transcendent Professionals were the hope to turn the tide.

The super strong of the War God Temple of China were the most powerful representatives among them, their strength in reality far surpassing ordinary people.

"Oh, right, there's someone else I need to introduce you to." Lu Jun suddenly said, "Jiang Kai, come meet... General Wei." He then half-turned, looking towards the shadows in the corner.

General... Jiang Kai's heart skipped a beat, quickly looking in the direction Lu Jun indicated.

"Hahaha, Little Lu, I thought you'd forgotten about me." A hearty laugh came from the shadows, followed by a figure stepping out of the darkness.

The newcomer had a resolute face, looking to be in his forties, about the same height as Jiang Kai, with a kind smile and hands clasped behind his back.

"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 Wei Ying, Commander of the 18th Army of China, Major General of China."

"General Wei Ying!" Jiang Kai exclaimed, looking at the newcomer in disbelief.

"Don't just stand there, let's go to your place and chat. I have a few questions I'd like to ask you." Wei Ying said with a smile.

Jiang Kai's home was now a mess, with a wooden door nearly tearing it apart.

Jiang Kai was worried about how to explain this to his brother and Ying.

In such a small space, accommodating four people was a bit cramped, so the man in black simply stayed outside, guarding the door.

Wei Ying, with his large frame, sat on a small stool like Jiang Kai.

Lu Jun initially wanted to sit by Jiang Lan's bed but felt it wasn't appropriate to sit higher than the leader, so he stood behind Wei Ying.

He then found the bedsheet in the way, hung its edge on a rope, and stood at attention with his hands behind his back.

Jiang Kai frowned at Wei Ying in front of him, and at that moment, Wei Ying spoke first.

"Little Lu said you didn't report your profession after completing the Newcomer Trial, so you don't want others to know your profession?"

Jiang Kai frowned, his mind racing.

From past instances of new professions emerging in China, the first batch of new professionals were often kept for various tests, to record data, profession characteristics, and to cooperate in completing various tests.

Not to mention, his profession came from incomplete materials.

The military probably still had incomplete materials. Would they invest more effort in researching him...

Most importantly, his profession had no follow-up. If exposed, would the Huang Family retaliate more recklessly?

After some thought, Jiang Kai said, "Yes."

Wei Ying wasn't angry, smiling as he asked, "Would you be willing to tell me now?"

Jiang Kai's brow furrowed deeply as the other party asked directly.

Seeing Jiang Kai hesitate, Lu Jun spoke up, meaningfully saying, "Jiang Kai, think carefully before you answer. You can choose not to tell us; it's the player's freedom. However, doing so might mean losing a chance to join the military!"

"The Commander greatly appreciates your performance in the Newcomer Trial!"

Jiang Kai's eyes widened, his mind buzzing.

Lu Jun's words were a clear hint that they intended to recruit Jiang Kai into the military. For the military, they rarely actively recruited civilian forces!

The military was the first to enter the Calling. Although they faced new challenges, the difficulty was imaginable, but on the other hand, they were also the first to receive resources.

Fifty years later, internationally, in any country, the military is undoubtedly the sole existence above all guild forces!

Joining the military meant finding the greatest backing!

With the military behind him, the Huang Family would find it difficult to touch him!

Wei Ying wasn't in a hurry, always smiling at Jiang Kai, knowing that at times like this, Jiang Kai needed enough time to consider.