Slaying demons and eliminating evil, a martial saint among mortals.

However, it seems that no one wants to answer Qin Lie's questions.

"Take out the Demon-Suppressing Token."

Qin Lie took the Demon-Suppressing Token out of his pocket and handed it to Old Zhao.

After receiving the Demon-Suppressing Order, Old Zhao placed it on a black stone plate on the table.

The stone slab is engraved with intricate patterns.

As soon as the Demon-Suppressing Token was placed on the ground, the patterns on it gradually lit up.

Then Old Zhao took out a thin needle and gestured for Qin Lie to extend his hand.

Qin Lie didn't hesitate at all and reached out his hand.

The needle pricked the fingertip, and a drop of blood fell onto the Demon-Suppressing Token.

The Demon-Suppressing Token trembled slightly, and several lines of text appeared on its surface.

[Dongxuan Town Demon Division access activated.]

[Apprentice Demon Hunter: Qin Lie]

[Current Merit Points: 0]

[Affiliation: Pending Assignment]

Qin Lie was somewhat shocked when he saw these lines of text. He hadn't expected that the Demon Suppression Token would have such a function.

After doing everything, Old Zhao returned the Demon-Suppressing Token to Qin Lie.

"Keep this safe, kid. This is your identification."

"From now on, whether it's entering and leaving the Demon Suppression Division, accepting missions to earn merits, or exchanging resources, we'll have to rely on it."

"As long as the person is alive, the token is there. If the token is lost, at best you will lose merit points, and at worst you will be imprisoned."

Upon hearing this, Qin Lie quickly put away his Demon-Suppressing Token.

Old Zhao continued, "Your token is only an apprentice demon-suppressing token, with limited authority, but it has everything you need."

"The first function is to record merit points."

"What kind of demons did you kill? How many did you kill? The Demon Suppression Token will keep a record. When the time comes, just bring the token to the Office and you can exchange it for supplies."

"The second is for storing small items."

"The space inside the apprentice's demon-suppressing token is not large; it can only hold small items such as medicine and dry rations at most."

"Of course, live animals cannot be released."

"Another function is messaging."

"As long as you are in the city or in an area covered by the Demon Suppression Judicial Array, you can use the Demon Suppression Token to request assistance from the authorities, or report any traces of demons you have discovered."

"However, it won't work very well outside the range of the magic circle, or in places where the demonic energy is too strong."

Qin Lie listened attentively, feeling that the functions of the Demon Suppression Token were somewhat similar to his cell phone from his previous life.

Li Hu suddenly interjected from the side.

"Your Demon-Suppressing Token is only good for serious matters now. If you want to use it for casual chatting, you can upgrade it to a Bronze Token."

Qin Lie glanced at him.

"Does having a copper token mean you can chat with others?"

Li Hu grinned.

"It's possible, but I doubt anyone would be so bored as to use the Demon-Suppressing Token for chatting."

"After all, that thing consumes spirit stones, and people like us are very poor. We only use it when there is an emergency."

Qin Lie nodded.

He is indeed a poor man now, with only a little over three taels of silver left.

Old Zhao then took out another bundle from the side and placed it on the table.

"All the things for the apprentice demon hunter are here."

"A demon-suppressing sword."

"Two sets of black outfits."

"One bottle of hemostatic powder."

"Two low-grade demon-suppressing talismans."

"There is also a book called 'Basic Body Refinement Method'."

"This is a perk for you new team members. If you want it later, you'll have to use merit points to get it."

After Qin Lie took the bundle, he first took out the Demon-Suppressing Blade.

The scabbard is black and it's much heavier than a woodcutter's knife.

Qin Lie gripped the hilt of the knife and slowly pulled it out a section. The blade was long and narrow, and the edge gleamed coldly.

There was a small character engraved on the back of the knife.

town

He examined the knife over and over, feeling very happy. This thing was much better than a woodcutter's knife.

Luckily, I didn't spend money on equipment yesterday, otherwise, the money would have been wasted.

Li Hu, watching from the side, laughed:

"Alright, alright, hurry up and put it away! Look at you, so ignorant!"

"The knife is a good knife, but you still need to be alive to use it."

"Every year, our Demon Suppression Division issues out a lot of swords, but quite a few of them end up being gnawed to the bone by demons while carrying those swords."

After hearing Li Hu's words, Qin Lie sheathed his sword and glanced at him.

"Don't worry, once this knife is in my hands, I'll make sure it's worth every penny."

Li Hu chuckled upon hearing this.

"I knew you'd talk like that."

Qin Lie then took out the book "Basic Body Refining Method" again.

The book cover was very ordinary, and it didn't have many pages.

I flipped through it and glanced at it; it was all about how to move qi and blood and how to refine the skin, flesh, muscles, and bones.

Lu Chen then spoke.

"When you were being assessed before, I could tell that you had a good physical foundation, but you hadn't cultivated before, so you hadn't entered the rank yet."

Qin Lie looked up at Lu Chen.

"Isn't it acceptable?"

Lu Chen nodded.

"Martial arts have nine ranks; one must begin at the ninth rank."

"Ninth grade refines the skin and flesh, eighth grade refines the tendons and bones, and seventh grade refines the internal organs."

"There are many more realms beyond that, but it's no use telling you now."

"You are indeed stronger than the average person, but you haven't practiced any martial arts, so your qi and blood are scattered throughout your body and haven't gathered together."

"So, strictly speaking, you are not yet a true martial artist."

"This book, 'Basic Body Refinement Method,' is designed to lay the foundation for apprentice demon hunters."

"When can I cultivate my blood qi? When will I be considered to have entered the ninth rank?"

Qin Lie glanced down at the book in his hand. He had originally thought that his physique had increased to eight points and his agility had also increased a lot, so he should be considered to have some strength.

Judging from the current situation, it's still a long way off.

Attribute points can only enhance one's physical attributes; cultivation techniques are the true cultivation system of this world.

Then we must start practicing this basic body-training method as soon as possible.

At this moment, Old Zhao tapped on the table again.

"Now that the benefits are all distributed, I need to explain the rules to you so you don't get punished without even knowing why."

"The most important rule is to report any demons you encounter. If you can kill one, do so; if you can't, ask for help. Never try to be a hero."

"The second point is that it is forbidden to privately possess demon corpses, demon bones, and demon cores. These things must be registered and recorded, and those who possess them will be severely punished."

"Here's another thing to remind you: don't try anything funny. Since the Demon Suppression Token can record merit points, it can also record the entire process of you killing demons."

"The third point is that credit for tasks should be distributed according to contributions; don't be greedy for credit or try to steal credit."

"Fourth, apprentice demon hunters cannot accept high-risk missions alone. If they wish to accept one, they must be accompanied by someone."

"Finally, those who desert in the face of battle and cause the death of their comrades shall be executed without mercy."

When he said the last word, Old Zhao's voice clearly became somber.

Qin Lie nodded, indicating that he had remembered.

Old Zhao glanced at him.

"Good, remember that. The Demon Suppression Division is not a place to retire."

"Now that you're in here, you'd better be prepared to die out here one day."

Qin Lie nodded again, without saying a word.

He understood this principle long ago.

If he were in one of those feudal dynasties from his previous life, he might have wanted to just give up.

But in today's world, you have no choice but to work hard.

After the registration was completed, Old Zhao picked up a wooden plaque and looked at it again.

"Then the next question concerns your team."

"In Dongxuan Town's Demon Bureau, apprentice demon hunters are not allowed to act alone."

"Usually, you have to follow the old team for about a year and a half."

"Since Lu Chen brought you back, you should be able to join Lu Chen's team directly."

At this point, he looked up at Lu Chen.

"However, you may not know that the spots for Lu Chen's team have always been highly sought after."

"There's a new guy on their team today who also wants to join."

Before Qin Lie could speak, Lu Chen asked a question first.

"Who is it?"

"Zhao Kui!"

Upon hearing this, Li Hu raised an eyebrow.

"That kid from the Zhao Family Martial Arts School?"

"Um,"

"His family owns a martial arts school, and he practiced swordsmanship for several years, so he has a good foundation."

"The key is that their family has spoken to the higher-ups and knows that there is a vacancy in your team, so they want to join your team."

"Who makes your team have the highest survival rate?"

Li Hu said proudly, "Well, look who's in the team! With me here, how could the survival rate not be high?"

Lu Chen ignored Li Hu and instead looked at Qin Lie.

"If that's the case, then it's not easy to make a decision right away."

"What did you say?"

Qin Lie hung the Demon-Suppressing Blade on his waist and stored the basic body-refining technique in the Demon-Suppressing Token.

"Then let's follow the rules. I'm sure our company has rules for this kind of thing."

He didn't want others to think he was forced into the team because of Lu Chen's connections as soon as he entered the Demon Suppression Division.

Moreover, he has confidence in himself.

Although I haven't reached the highest rank yet, I've already increased my physique and agility.

Even if Zhao Kui's family owns a martial arts school, he might not be stronger than me.

After listening to Qin Lie's words, Old Zhao nodded.

"We have rules for this kind of situation."

"Since you two both want to join Lu Chen's team, then go into the Spider Mother Cage."

"Whoever kills the most spider demons will join Lu Chen's team."

"However, there's one thing to clarify first."

"The little spider demons in the Spider Mother's cage were temporarily spat out by the Spider Mother, who was sealed by the Demon Suppression Division."

"These little spider demons are neither wild monsters nor mission monsters, so they don't count towards your merits."

"You're just going in for a simple test; don't try to use this to rack up merits."

Hearing what Old Zhao said, Qin Lie didn't feel disappointed.

If merits are not recorded, then merits are not recorded.

Compared to the merits of the Demon Suppression Division, what he wanted more was his attribute points.

"Zhao Kui already knows the rules, let me explain them to you."

"Once you're in the cage, there's no time limit. Whoever kills the most monsters wins."

"If you can't hold on any longer, just bang on the cage door, and that'll be considered admitting defeat."

"Spider venom isn't fatal, but too many bites can keep you bedridden for ten days to two weeks."

"So, don't ruin yourself in a place like this just because you're trying to be strong."

Qin Lie nodded in agreement, and then Old Zhao picked up the wooden plaque on the table and led the group outside.

Passing through a small door behind the office, you'll find yourself in a large training ground.

There were many people practicing in the training ground.

Upon seeing Elder Zhao and Lu Chen arrive, they all stopped what they were doing.

"Why is Old Zhao here?"

"Captain Lu is here too."

"Who is that unfamiliar face?"

"They must be the new employees who just joined the company today."

"That idiot from Black Mountain Town, right?"

"It's him? He doesn't look like an idiot!"

The murmurs weren't loud, but Qin Lie wasn't deaf, and he heard some of them.