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

Qin Lie raised an eyebrow slightly after hearing what the clerk said.

"Is seventh-rank strength a strict requirement?"

"It's not exactly a hard requirement, but you have to have the ability."

"Because the demonic beasts used in the assessment are roughly equivalent to seventh-rank monsters. If you don't have seventh-rank strength, wouldn't that just be suicide?"

"I see you've only been here for two days. Don't worry, just wait a month and go through the unified assessment. The unified assessment is relatively simpler."

"Anyone who isn't an idiot can pass the standardized test."

After hearing this, Qin Lie touched his chin.

How do you know everyone used to call me Qin the Fool?

"Ah, this, this..."

After hearing Qin Lie's words, the clerk stammered, unsure of what to say.

"Big brother, don't be nervous, I was just joking with you."

"Look at you, you have no respect for your elders!"

Qin Lie now understood.

If you want to become a formal monster hunter, there are only two paths left.

One way is to slowly build up your seniority; you only need to wait a month.

Another option is to find someone to act as a guarantor and then rely on your own abilities to win.

Qin Lie's biggest need right now is time, and he doesn't know what the situation is like in Black Mountain Town.

If he waits for a month, who knows what might happen during that month?

If something happens to the Zhang family's courtyard, wouldn't his family fortune be lost?

Therefore, he must become a full-fledged demon hunter as soon as possible in order to apply for a house from the Demon Suppression Bureau.

Actually, you could also use your merit points to buy a house.

However, houses applied for from the Demon Suppression Bureau are under the Bureau's protection, so the probability of any accidents happening is relatively small.

If you buy a house yourself, then safety is also a concern.

Qin Lie snapped out of his thoughts and looked at the clerk who was still wiping his sweat.

"Is a guarantee from a demon hunter of silver rank or higher sufficient?"

"Yes, but I advise you not to think that way."

"Generally speaking, Silver Token demon hunters are not very willing to vouch for others, because a guarantee is not something that can be done casually with just a few words."

"If anything happens to you during the assessment, the guarantor will not only be punished, but will also lose face."

After listening, Qin Lie nodded and turned to leave.

"Hey kid, where are you going? Are you going to exchange your merit points or not?"

"I've found someone to vouch for me. Once I become a full-fledged demon hunter, I'll come back and do big business with you!"

The clerk watched Qin Lie's departing figure and curled his lip slightly.

"With only eighth-rank strength, you want to be promoted to a full-fledged position ahead of schedule? Are all new recruits these days so audacious?"

"You want to do big business with me? I'd like to see if you can actually get promoted ahead of schedule."

Qin Lie also heard the clerk's mutterings, but he ignored them.

After leaving the merit room, I went directly to the office.

It was barely dawn, and there weren't many people in the office yet.

As Qin Lie passed by them, he felt many eyes on him.

It's probably because news of what happened on Wolf Fang Mountain yesterday has already spread. It's truly rare to see an eighth-rank cultivator withstand an attack from a demon soldier and still be alive and kicking.

However, Qin Lie didn't care; the strong always attract attention.

When he arrived at the entrance of the office, he saw Lu Chen, just as Qin Lie had come to see him.

Good morning, Lord Lu.

"Qin Lie, are you healed? Why are you here so early?"

"I'm fine now, I feel like I've recovered."

"I came here today hoping to get your help."

Lu Chen looked at Qin Lie with some curiosity.

"Tell me what it is."

"I want to be promoted to a permanent position ahead of schedule."

Now that he was ready, Qin Lie decided not to beat around the bush.

"Why are you in such a hurry?"

"I just want to apply for a house from the Demon Suppression Bureau."

After listening to Qin Lie's words, Lu Chen nodded slightly.

Actually, he had already noticed Qin Lie's emotional change when they were at Langya Mountain yesterday.

Qin Lie came from Heishan Town, which was marked with a red circle.

He probably wants to bring his family over, which is only natural.

"Getting promoted early isn't that easy. Do you know the requirements?"

"I went to the Merit Room this morning to ask. If I want to be promoted to a regular position early, I need a demon hunter of Silver Rank or above as a guarantor, and I also need to pass the practical assessment."

"So you came to me wanting me to vouch for you?"

"Yes, I hope Lord Lu can be my guarantor so that I can participate in the assessment."

After Qin Lie finished speaking, he looked at Lu Chen with hopeful eyes.

Lu Chen knows his own strength and he won't let Lu Chen embarrass him, so he should help him out.

Lu Chen fell silent after hearing Qin Lie's words, then shook his head.

"No, I can't vouch for you."

Qin Lie was taken aback for a moment, but his expression quickly returned to normal.

Although he had joined Lu Chen's team, they had only known each other for two days.

You really need to be careful about vouching for someone you've only known for two days.

This is understandable.

"Alright, then I'll take my leave now, Lord Lu."

Qin Lie turned to leave, but Lu Chen called him back.

"Don't misunderstand, it's not that I don't want to be your guarantor, it's that I'm not qualified to be your guarantor."

"Not qualified..."

Qin Lie was truly stunned this time.

"Yes, I'm not qualified to be a guarantor. I need a Silver Order, and I haven't been promoted to Silver Order yet."

When he said this, Lu Chen also had a bitter expression on his face.

Qin Lie felt his mind was completely in chaos.

Isn't Lu Chen the captain of this squad?

Moreover, yesterday, even a demon king like Wolf King, who was at the mid-stage of the Demon Soldier Realm, was suppressed and beaten by Lu Chen. How come such a person is not a Silver Token?

Lu Chen seemed to see his confusion and explained.

"Within the Demon Suppression Division, rank and token level are not the same thing."

"It's true that I'm the captain, but only because I'm better suited to leading a team."

"As for the token level, it's not just about combat strength, but also merits, seniority, and other factors."

After hearing this, Qin Lie understood.

Although Lu Chen is very capable in combat, he still lacks some other conditions for promotion.

Therefore, he is not yet a Silver Order holder.

That would be a bit awkward.

The most powerful person he knew in the Demon Suppression Division was Lu Chen. If even Lu Chen couldn't meet the requirements, then who else could he turn to?

If Lu Chen didn't have the Silver Token, then Li Hu certainly couldn't either.

"Lord Lu, could you please find me a silver token as collateral?"

"Just name your conditions, and I'll do whatever it takes if it's within my power."

With little hope left on his own, Qin Lie could only pin his hopes on Lu Chen.

You shouldn't ask someone for a favor for nothing.

Just as Lu Chen was about to speak, a slender figure appeared in front of the two of them.

Wearing a light gray dress and carrying a booklet in her arms, Xu Qinghe arrived.

Lu Chen glanced at Xu Qinghe, a relieved smile appearing on his face.

"Here you go, the silver token you wanted is right here. You can discuss it with her yourself."

Qin Lie opened his mouth in astonishment, thinking he had misheard.

Xu Qinghe?

She usually just carries a notebook and takes notes; I've never seen her do anything else.

Is she Yin Ling?

Qin Lie glanced at Xu Qinghe, then at Lu Chen.

"Is Clerk Xu a silver clerk?"

Before Lu Chen could speak, Xu Qinghe spoke first.

"Yes, I am Yin Ling."

After Xu Qinghe admitted it, Qin Lie didn't know what to say.

The people in the Demon Suppression Bureau are all incredibly secretive.

No wonder Xu Qinghe is always chosen to handle matters involving the capture of souls.

Qin Lie recalled Xu Qinghe's red eyes that night.

That's not surprising!

If this woman really gets angry, Lu Chen might not be able to beat her.

"This is how it is for Clerk Xu. I want to be promoted, but the Merit Office says I need a demon hunter of silver rank or higher to act as a guarantor before I can participate in the assessment."

"Look..."

Now that you've found the person you need to ask for a favor, you should adopt a humble attitude.

"You want me to be your guarantor, is that right?"

"Yes, yes!"

Qin Lie quickly nodded, afraid that Xu Qinghe would refuse outright.

"I'm fine with being your guarantor, but you were injured yesterday and you might not be fully recovered yet."

"It is not a wise move to participate in the assessment under these circumstances."

Xu Qinghe frowned as she spoke.

Qin Lie knew that going to take the assessment now was not the safest option, but he no longer had time to wait.

Moreover, after taking extra medication last night, he felt that his condition was almost the same as normal.

He just wants to get his identity documented as soon as possible.

"Thank you for the reminder, Clerk Xu. I feel I'm in pretty good shape and should be able to handle the assessment."

"I'm just reminding you; of course, if you're sure, I can vouch for you."

"Anyway, the assessment is your own business. The monsters won't show you any mercy just because you're injured."

"If you are killed by a monster, I might lose face, but you will lose your life."

Qin Lie twitched his lips after hearing Xu Qinghe's words.

"Clerk Xu, I'm about to take an exam, can't you say something auspicious?"

Xu Qinghe glanced at him.

"Simply saying auspicious words is useless. I just want to tell you that the Demon Suppression Division has no shortage of people who want to show off, but most of them end up in my death list."

Hearing this, Qin Lie understood why Xu Qinghe had reminded him again and again; she was afraid he would lose his life.

Although there will be people watching during the assessment, it is still a real test, and there is still a risk of death.

"Don't worry, Clerk Xu, I'm not just bragging."

"On the contrary, I am actually more afraid of death. Because I am afraid of death, I want to become stronger as quickly as possible."

"Alright, since you've made up your mind, then come with me."

After saying that, Xu Qinghe left without looking back.

Qin Lie immediately followed after him, all smiles and eagerness.

"Clerk Xu, are we going to take the assessment now?"

"Didn't you say we should do it as soon as possible? Why don't you want to participate now?"

"No, no! I want to participate, let's go!"

Qin Lie followed Xu Qinghe through the front yard, past the treasury, and arrived at a spacious training ground.

This training ground is much larger than the one he visited before.

I guess the official demon hunter assessment should be held here?