A person sacrifices himself to become a saint in a chaotic world of martial arts.

Originally... he thought he would have to endure at least a few more months, or even longer, carefully "revealing" his breakthrough to the first level of martial arts at the right time before he might be considered for a formal service officer position.

That will be a long and arduous journey that requires patience and forbearance.

did not expect!

In a twist of fate, an opportunity arose, and in just one night, he leaped over the dragon gate, crossing the threshold that seemed impossible for countless people!

Becoming a full-fledged officer means that many things will be very different.

First of all, the dirty deeds of the Fierce Tiger Gang have truly become a thing of the past, no longer posing any real threat to him—his status as a formal government official is itself a powerful shield.

Secondly, the monthly salary jumped from a pitiful one or two taels of silver to two taels, making life much more comfortable.

Most importantly, there were the two martial arts manuals that came with the reward—"Blazing Sun Force" and "Mountain Suppressing Saber Technique"!

This is the foundation that will allow him to truly establish himself and pave the way to becoming stronger!

strength!

Ultimately, everything comes down to ability!

With better techniques, he could improve faster and gain more control in this world fraught with danger.

……

Back home, Su Bai only ate a few bites of dinner, his mind already completely focused on the two brand-new manuals.

He carefully placed "Blazing Sun Force" and "Suppressing Mountain Saber Technique" side by side on the table and solemnly opened them.

After reading only a few pages of the general outline and the overview of the Qi circulation route, Su Bai realized that "Blazing Sun Force" was completely different from the "Tiger and Leopard Force" that everyone had before, which was a common and readily available book!

"Tiger and Leopard Strength" is merely an introductory skill for temporary constables to improve their physical fitness and gain a basic understanding of qi. It is widely circulated among many established forces, and there are even slightly different versions, so it is not unusual at all.

After all, if it were truly a superior technique, why would it be distributed so casually?

Although there is no absolutely unified classification of martial arts techniques, there are generally recognized levels of skill in the martial arts world. They can be roughly divided into superior, middle, and inferior levels, as well as "unranked" levels that are difficult to even be classified into.

"Tiger and Leopard Strength" is a typical low-level technique, while the "Blazing Sun Strength" in my hand has already crossed the threshold of "inferior" techniques. Moreover, judging from the description, it is one of the more powerful and faster-progressing inferior techniques!

The power he cultivates carries a scorching, masculine energy that is quite effective in suppressing yin and cold forces.

Let's look at the "Zhenyue Sword Technique" again.

This sword technique is also considered a lower-level martial art, but its style is dignified and upright, and its moves are steady and powerful. It emphasizes overwhelming others with its momentum. Once a sword is drawn, it has the power to crush a mountain. It is extremely suitable for public servants to carry out their duties of arresting, suppressing, and attacking from the front.

Su Bai stroked the martial arts manual on the pages of the book, and the blurry image of his father occasionally wielding a sword after drinking appeared in his mind. In his memory, the sword technique his father used best seemed to be a set called "Zhen Yue". Its powerful and expansive momentum was his most direct impression of "power" in his childhood.

"Father..." Su Bai murmured, his eyes becoming even more determined.

He took a deep breath, cleared his mind, and began to carefully examine the diagrams word by word from beginning to end, meticulously reading and memorizing the contents of the two manuals.

As he read intently, a mysterious sensation emanated from the ancestral aperture between his eyebrows.

The "golden finger" that existed deep within his consciousness instantly inscribed the two techniques.

【Blazing Sun Strength: Beginner → Beginner】

Offerings: one pound of kerosene, one ounce of five-year-old Ganoderma lucidum.

[Zhenyue Sword Technique: Beginner → Beginner]

Offerings: Three ounces of refined iron, one pound of granite

Looking at the introductory offerings for these two cultivation techniques, Su Bai couldn't sit still any longer.

He still had about twenty taels of silver in his hand, and the cost of the offerings was no more than ten taels, which was enough.

Overnight, Su Bai visited several shops and finally managed to gather enough offerings for the sacrifice.

As a certain invisible fluctuation disappeared, he suddenly mastered both techniques.

At the same time, he also achieved a minor level of mastery in the Meridian Penetrating Bone Needle technique.

Su Bai felt a slight warmth in his palm, and a warm current rose from his dantian, flowing through his limbs and bones before disappearing again.

He glanced at the list of offerings needed later, and his brows immediately furrowed.

Those items and amounts far exceeded what the remaining silver in hand could afford.

Left with no other choice, Su Bai had to put aside his thoughts and, in the courtyard where the dawn was just breaking, set up his stance and began to practice his sword and spear techniques with great concentration.

Sweat quickly soaked through his shirt.

……

Another night has passed.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Su Bai hurriedly swallowed a few hard steamed buns and rushed to the Zhenfu Division.

The cobblestone path was wet, reflecting the rising sun, and the shops on both sides of the street were gradually taking down their doors.

A new day slowly awakens, mingled with the scents of cooking smoke and dust.

Today, he has been transferred to a new job.

……

"Brother Su! You've finally arrived!"

As soon as he stepped through the heavy, black-lacquered gate of the Zhenfu Division, Sun Hou darted out from behind a pillar like a monkey, circled him twice, and clicked his tongue in amazement, his eyes scrutinizing the brand-new black robes he was wearing.

"Incredible! Incredible! You look so dignified, it's like you've become a completely different person!"

The official uniforms for constables were made of a much finer and stiffer material, which shimmered with a soft indigo luster in the morning light.

Especially the black sash around his waist, about the width of a hand, embroidered with simple cloud patterns in dark thread, firmly cinched his waist, adding a touch of competence and majesty.

Rather than saying that the clothes suited him, it's more accurate to say that the identity represented by this outfit made him stand out from the crowd.

"Congratulations on your promotion, Constable Su."

A slightly hoarse voice came through.

Li, the constable, strolled over from the doorway of the signing room not far away, his hands behind his back. He had a smile on his face that was completely different from his usual one. The smile was less indifferent than it was, and more obviously warm, and even carried a hint of subtle flattery.

He walked up to Su Bai and patted his arm familiarly.

Su Bai remained calm and returned the greeting with a cupped hand: "Good morning, Brother Li, thank you."

On his way to work that day, many eyes seemed to fall on him, whether intentionally or not, in the courtyard or under the eaves.

Not only the temporary constables he knew well, but even some of the official constables he only knew by nodding acquaintance, would take the opportunity to nod and greet him or go up and say a few words when he passed by.

His words were warm and friendly, as he tried to make a slight impression on this newly appointed official colleague who seemed to have the favor of the chief inspector.

In the past, Su Bai was taciturn and almost no one paid attention to him except for Sun Hou and Lao Wang.

But now, he has not only crossed that threshold that many people find difficult to overcome, but he also seems to have the favor of the Chief Constable, and may even have the momentum to go further.

The more shrewd people figured that it wouldn't be a bad thing to become a familiar face at this moment.