Something’s Wrong with This Game — I Became a God by Mining!

Yang Ling cared about this issue for two reasons. First, Sun Biao was a decent man.

Second, he didn't want to offend an old-timer like that over a mere Director position.

The old senior might not have the highest cultivation, but the complexity of his connections absolutely dwarfed Yang Ling's.

Right now, he lacked neither strength nor resources. As long as he didn't go out of his way to offend others, he could develop steadily and safely.

Lu Yunchen exchanged glances with the several Directors seated nearby. A hint of amusement flickered in their eyes as they nodded slightly.

This kid was definitely promising material—he was thinking about his superior even when getting promoted himself.

What superior wouldn't want subordinates who remembered favors like this under their command?

Lu Yunchen smiled. "Don't worry. Sun Biao's transfer to Yunwen Provincial Capital counts as a half-rank promotion.

From what I hear, the Capital also plans to arrange for him to join the Inspection Department here in Yunwen Provincial Capital.

He paused. "Also, the position of Third Division Director in your Public Security Department will open up. For now, you'll hold that position concurrently.

I heard from Lord Zhao Xun that before long, Shi Xin will be transferred to another prefectural capital to serve as the First Division Director of the Public Security Department in the Ironclad Department there.

That counts as a half-rank promotion too."

Lu Yunchen sighed with some emotion. "From now on, the Changhe Prefectural Capital's Public Security Department will be in your and Yun Ruo's hands.

The two of you have already developed a tacit understanding in the Water Qilin Cave.

I believe you'll keep the Changhe Prefectural Capital well-managed and orderly."

Since things had been laid out so clearly, Yang Ling had no further questions. He immediately expressed his thanks.

"Director Lu, can I request a transfer to work with Director Yang?"

Qin Mo chimed in with a grin.

Lu Yunchen paused briefly. "You don't want to stay in Yunwen Provincial Capital? You want to go to Changhe Prefectural Capital instead?"

"Director Yang's methods are extraordinary. I want to study by his side,"

Qin Mo said.

Lu Yunchen seemed thoughtful for a moment, then let out a light chuckle. He shot a glance at Yang Ling.

"I'm willing to let him go here. It depends on whether Director Yang wants you."

Qin Mo was overjoyed and immediately looked at Yang Ling.

Yang Ling considered for a moment. "Changhe Prefectural Capital really does lack talent like Qin Mo..."

Lu Yunchen was very direct. "Then he's yours. This time, he'll take the transfer order directly and return to Changhe Prefectural Capital with you."

"Thank you, Director Lu!"

Yang Ling and Qin Mo expressed their gratitude in unison.

The two of you have already developed tacit understanding in the Water Qilin Cave.

......

Massive ships gradually pulled into the harbor.

As martial artists disembarked one after another, the harbor became lively once more.

Some vendors had already seized the opportunity to peddle steaming hot steamed buns and fried pancakes.

Many martial artists had been gnawing on cold, dry rations for several days in the Water Qilin Cave, so they immediately bought some hot food to warm their stomachs.

At this moment, Yang Ling stood with a group of Ironclad Department agents behind the Fourth Prince.

Ahead of them were Lu Yunchen and several other Directors.

The Fourth Prince was speaking in low tones with Zhao Xun about the Heavenly Wolf Guard matter. He only stopped when Li Ruhai and the others approached.

"Fourth Prince, Lord Zhao, if there's nothing else, we'll return to our sect first."

Li Ruhai clasped his fists. "As for the Tong Shi matter, our Divine Sect will conduct an internal investigation. Once we have results, we'll send a letter to the Ironclad Department."

"There are certainly more Heavenly Wolf Guard infiltrators in your Divine Sect than just Tong Shi. Focus your investigation on the disciples who were close to him,"

Zhao Xun said flatly.

Li Ruhai didn't argue. He bowed once more, then led his sect's disciples away in a grand procession.

As they left, Zhang Shendao didn't forget to wave goodbye to Yang Ling and the others.

"Amitabha. This humble monk must also lead my disciples back to chant sutras and worship the Buddha. However, Lord Zhao, I hope your Ironclad Department will be fair and just when arresting Rong Tribe spies.

A martial monk from Bitter Awareness Temple is currently being held in Changhe Prefectural Capital.

If he's not a spy, then release him as soon as possible."

Master Jie Hai pressed his palms together, once again bringing up the matter of Martial Monk Jue Ming.

Not far away, the Bitter Awareness Temple experts also wore grave expressions, waiting to see Zhao Xun's stance.

Zhao Xun frowned. "The Ironclad Department has its own way of handling matters. Don't meddle too much. Just mind your own business."

Master Jie Hai smiled faintly and said no more, leading his disciples away.

"Brother Yang, I'll head back to Arhat Temple now. I'll try mining to level up like you suggested."

Li Shou waved at Yang Ling before catching up with his group.

Yang Hong from the Nine Immortals Dao Palace wasn't in a good mental state. A forced smile hung on his face as he politely took his leave from the Fourth Prince and the others.

The fact that the Second-Rank Human Immortal from the Nine Immortals Dao Palace had turned out to be a Rong Tribe spy on this trip...

It was hard for him to accept all at once.

"Brother Yang, who knows when we'll meet again. Do you have anything to tell me?"

Lin Caiyi approached Yang Ling and asked in a low voice.

Yun Ruo's brow furrowed slightly as she cast a sidelong glance at Lin Caiyi.

These two seemed to have known each other for a very short time, yet they appeared quite familiar?

"The Immortal God Sect, the Heavenly God Sect—mainly keep an eye on these heretic cults."

Yang Ling thought for a moment. "If you get any information, you can send a message to the Ironclad Department."

Yun Ruo suddenly understood. So it was just official business.

"Don't worry, Brother Yang. I'll keep watch on that front."

Lin Caiyi nodded, then waved to Jiang Tian'ai before following Chi Qingyao and the others as they disappeared from the harbor.

At that moment, Pei Ran from the Extreme Flame Sword Manor walked over.

He first exchanged pleasantries with the Fourth Prince and the others, then his gaze fell on Yang Ling. With a smile, he said:

"Chief Constable Yang, in the last sparring match, you won a prize from our Extreme Flame Sword Manor. That prize is non-transferable.

When you have time, come to Extreme Flame Sword Manor. I'll personally handle the ceremony for your promotion to Outer Sect Disciple."

Some of the Extreme Flame Sword Manor disciples, like Chen Zuo, felt secretly displeased, but others looked expectant.

Jiang Tian'ai was thrilled. If she could become fellow disciples with Yang Ling, wouldn't she have the advantage of proximity?

"When that happens, I can monopolize Brother Yang and have him take only me leveling up. Then I'll catch up to and surpass that mature woman Lin Caiyi!"

At the thought, Jiang Tian'ai suddenly burst out laughing.

Then she noticed Qin Mo staring at her, and her heart tightened.

"This Qin Mo is an obstacle... Forget it, bringing him along won't hurt."

Jiang Tian'ai thought she was being very generous and felt satisfied with her own kindness.

"What prize?"

Zhao Xun seemed unaware of the matter and looked curious.

The Fourth Prince immediately smiled and recounted the details of that day's sparring match.

"Divine Soul Great Restoration Pill, defective-grade Vajra Bodhi, Foundation Consolidation Pills, Spirit Nurturing Pills, Seven-Inch Sword, Extreme Flame Sword Manor's Extreme Flame Cave slot, Outer Sect Disciple status..."

Zhao Xun couldn't help but laugh as he listed them. He said to Yang Ling:

"You might not have obtained a martial sacred medicine like the Water Bodhi seed this time, but the benefits from this sparring match are hardly small. This trip wasn't wasted."

Yang Ling clasped his fists. "Lord Zhao speaks the truth. Your subordinate is already very satisfied."

"When you have time, you should visit Extreme Flame Sword Manor. Although it's just Outer Sect Disciple status... I think they won't be too stingy with you."

Zhao Xun said with an enigmatic smile.

Yang Ling's heart stirred. With those words, Extreme Flame Sword Manor would definitely have to give Zhao Xun face.

This time, he might be able to score a decent internal technique and martial arts technique.

Internal techniques sometimes rewarded Free Attribute Points. As long as conditions allowed, learning a few more wouldn't hurt.

Just then, Lu Yunchen suddenly noticed that Gu Weizhou was also planning to quietly lead his disciples away. He immediately barked:

"Gu Weizhou, your Star Observation Academy's matter isn't resolved yet. You're not going anywhere."

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