Starting as pearl divers, they have endless jobs.

Chapter 52 Job Change: Military Warrior!
Name: Chen Ye

[Identity: Military laborer]

【Occupation: Bandit (lv4)】

[Talent: Ferocious Body]

[Martial Arts: Wind-Splitting Saber Technique Lv4, Stone-Stone Skill Lv2]

In just three months, his bandit profession leveled up to level 4 and his stone-slaying skill leveled up to level 2. This speed of progress is nothing short of rapid.

But Chen Ye was still somewhat dissatisfied.

Because compared to Mu Jianqing, who single-handedly challenged Qingzhu Mountain, he was far inferior, even to third-rate masters in the martial arts world.

But there's nothing we can do about it; it's not something that can be rushed. We can only take it one step at a time.

……

As the days went by, the fighting on the front lines seemed to become increasingly intense, which led to changes in their grain transport routes.

The group left the flat official road and began to traverse one after another remote and rugged mountain range.

The rugged mountain road was muddy and slippery, with bottomless cliffs on both sides; a slight misstep could lead to certain death.

The laborers complained bitterly, because pushing the heavy grain carts up the steep mountain road required tremendous effort with every step. Many of them were so exhausted that they looked unrecognizable, and their eyes became numb.

Only Chen Ye remained calm and composed, his expression unchanged.

He now possesses a physique and stamina far exceeding that of ordinary people, so this bit of hardship is nothing to him.

On this day, the group arrived at an extremely steep cliff.

To the left is a towering cliff reaching into the clouds, to the right is a bottomless abyss, and in the middle is a narrow path, only five or six meters wide, barely wide enough for one grain cart to pass through.

Everyone was on high alert, carefully controlling the grain carts, fearing the slightest accident.

But then, the unexpected happened.

"Whoa—!!"

At the rear of the caravan, a mule pulling a grain cart, seemingly startled by something, suddenly reared up, let out a long neigh, and with its eyes bloodshot, began to gallop forward.

"Stop it! Stop it now!"

Bai Xuan's expression changed instantly, and he roared furiously.

Because this road is too narrow.

If a mule crashes into the grain cart in front, the cart will inevitably be destroyed and the mule and mule will die. It may even trigger a chain reaction, causing the entire caravan to fall off the cliff.

Several laborers tried to stop it, but the mule was incredibly strong when it went berserk, and the men were knocked to the ground as soon as they got close.

Just as a tragedy was about to unfold, a figure suddenly darted out from the group like an arrow released from a bow.

It's Chen Ye!
In just a few steps, he rushed to the crazed mule, neither dodging nor avoiding it. His legs were firmly planted on the ground like the roots of an old tree. Then, he lowered his waist and immediately used his shoulders to brace the out-of-control grain cart!
"boom!"

A dull bang.

The immense impact cracked the stone ground beneath Chen Ye's feet, causing his body to sag suddenly. The muscles in his arms bulged instantly, and the veins sprang out like bulging dragons.

Then Chen Ye let out a low roar, unleashing all his power without reservation.

The mad mule was still charging forward desperately, but it was as if it had crashed into a mountain. No matter how much it neighed and struggled, it could not move forward an inch.

The stalemate lasted for more than ten breaths.

The mule finally exhausted its strength, and Chen Ye took the opportunity to step forward, grab the reins, press down on the mule's head with his other hand, and forcefully push it down to its knees, unable to move any further.

The entire cliffside path was deathly silent.

Everyone stared in disbelief at the scene; both laborers and soldiers were filled with shock.

That was a grain cart weighing over a thousand pounds, coupled with a crazed mule—the impact was terrifying. And yet, one person managed to stop it with their bare body?
Team leader Bai Xuan opened his mouth, but couldn't utter a single word for a long time. The way he looked at Chen Ye also changed completely.

Is this kid born with superhuman strength?
……

The commotion subsided, and the procession continued on its way. All the laborers looked at Chen Ye with awe.

That evening, Bai Xuan personally found Chen Ye and, without saying a word, patted him on the shoulder and said, "Chen Ye, from today onwards you are the centurion of this labor force, and your rations and benefits will be on par with those of a squad leader in the army."

Chen Ye accepted the position without hesitation.

In the stillness of the night, Chen Ye sat cross-legged in his tent, his mind lost in thought.

Just now, he felt a surge of heat within his body, and his skill panel changed accordingly.

[Class: Bandit (lv5) is at max level, do you want to change classes?]

Chen Ye immediately selected "yes".

[Part 1: Strongman in the Army]

[Description: Amidst a vast army charging and crashing through, you are the most solid bulwark on the battlefield, and also the most terrifying meat grinder. Your body is the strongest weapon; every punch and kick possesses the power to shatter mountains and split rocks.]

[Talent: Immovable as a Mountain - Your body is as solid as a rock, greatly increasing your strength, defense, and resilience.]

Part Two: Outlaws

[Description: Eating meat heartily, drinking wine from large bowls, acting swiftly and decisively, and prioritizing loyalty.]

[Talent: Loyalty and Righteousness – Your words and actions naturally exude a chivalrous spirit, easily gaining the trust and following of those from humble backgrounds.]

【Three: Mr. Stack Turnover】

[Description: You understand the timing of events, the advantages of the terrain, and the psychology of people. You are not a fierce general charging into battle, but a strategist planning the overall strategy.]

[Talent: Foresight – Your intuition becomes extremely sharp, allowing you to vaguely sense impending dangers and opportunities, and easily see through others' lies and pretenses.]

These were three completely different directions, but this time Chen Ye only glanced at them before making his choice without hesitation.

"I choose the strongest soldier in the army."

The next moment, an indescribable, immense power erupted from his body, his bones throbbed, and his flesh bulged.

Chen Ye could clearly feel that his bones were becoming denser, his muscle fibers were becoming tougher, and his limbs were filled with explosive power.

It was as if he could shatter the rocks with a single punch if he wanted to!
Although this feeling is an illusion, it makes people feel safe.

After completing the job change, Chen Ye clenched his fist, feeling quite calm.

He didn't make a fuss about it, nor did he show this change outwardly.

Sometimes, keeping a low profile and concealing one's talents is the best approach.

In the days that followed, Chen Ye remained unchanged, just like always.

Half a month later, they arrived at a treacherous valley. The valley was flanked by sheer cliffs, and the path in the middle was very narrow, like a thin line.

Bai Xuan knew that the terrain here was extremely dangerous, so he shouted sternly, "Everyone, run faster and get through this hellhole quickly!"

No one dared to be negligent, and Chen Ye was no exception. Moreover, he always felt a little uneasy, so he always walked on the outer edge of the group. If anything happened, he could hide behind the rocks at the first moment and protect everyone in front of him.

Just as the group reached the middle of the valley.

"Boo! Hah! Hah!"

A sharp sound of breaking through the air suddenly rang out!

A rain of arrows, like a swarm of black locusts, swept down from the tops of the cliffs on both sides!

(End of this chapter)