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

Green Mountain City, Ironclad Department Yamen.

"Xiao Yang, what brings you here?"

Seeing Yang Ling, Lin Yan was pleasantly surprised and eagerly pulled him over.

"Let me tell you, after the heads of those spies from last time were sent up, the Ironclad Department Yamen in Changhe Prefectural Capital said I had rendered meritorious service. They plan to promote me to serve as the Director of the Third Division of the Inspection Department over there."

"Boss, is that a big promotion? Does it count as a three-rank promotion?"

Yang Ling was also somewhat surprised. Did this mean he was about to take over the other's position as Chief Constable in Green Mountain City?

"Big? Of course it's big! The Directors of the Prefectural Capital's Inspection Department are, without exception, standard positions for Eighth-Rank Ironclad Constables."

"Although I'm only acting as a temporary replacement this time, I imagine the Ironclad Department is also preparing to promote me to Eighth-Rank Ironclad Constable. Once that happens, I'll naturally become the official Director of the Third Division of the Inspection Department."

"This is a genuine official position. Although it doesn't quite reach the seventh rank, it fulfills my dream."

Curious, Yang Ling asked, "Boss, what exactly is this Inspection Department..."

"In the government office of every prefectural capital, the Ironclad Department establishes a Bandit Apprehension Division, a Public Security Division, and an Inspection Department."

Lin Yan recounted them fluently. "The so-called Bandit Apprehension is in charge of capturing local thieves and bandits. Anything related to that falls under the Bandit Apprehension Division's jurisdiction."

"For example, you and I here in Green Mountain City, our direct superior is the Bandit Apprehension Division. This is also the most important department within the Ironclad Department."

"Now, about the Public Security Division. In smaller places, there aren't as many formalities. But at the prefectural capital level, if there are incidents like vagrants causing disturbances or relatively large-scale riots—for instance, if over a hundred bandits gather—that falls under the Public Security Division's jurisdiction."

"Their martial prowess is even higher than the Bandit Apprehension Division's, but they usually just train and don't make public appearances."

"As for the Inspection Department I'm going to, that's more particular. It's usually quite leisurely, but if constables under our jurisdiction, or even colleagues within the prefectural capital, have any lapses in personal conduct, that falls under our purview."

Lin Yan said with a smile, "Simply put, the Inspection Department specializes in investigating our own people."

"Furthermore, the Inspection Department also has the authority to submit memorials to the capital. Good things, bad things, anything can be reported and informed."

Yang Ling's expression shifted, a look of seriousness appearing on his face.

"So it seems the importance of this Inspection Department actually surpasses that of the Bandit Apprehension and Public Security Divisions."

"For us, that's one way to look at it."

Lin Yan laughed. "Don't worry, once my position is secure, I'll definitely put in a good word for you with my superiors."

"If you can be transferred to the prefectural capital later to work with me, then with our combined efforts, our days will naturally be prosperous!"

I don't want to go work at the prefectural capital.

Yang Ling muttered to himself. At least for now, he wouldn't go to the prefectural capital.

At the Vermilion Gold Mine, whether it was leveling up or practicing martial arts, everything was convenient for him. Going to the prefectural capital would definitely create obstacles.

"By the way, what brings you to Green Mountain City this time?"

Lin Yan suddenly asked.

"It's like this..."

Yang Ling explained his idea, mainly about using fire oil to eliminate the Mine Insects in the mine shaft.

He naturally wouldn't casually mention the matter of the Tyrant Ghost Spider.

"Fire oil? Indeed, every city is equipped with some of that, and it just so happens to fall under our Ironclad Department's management."

"However, unless a major incident occurs, this stuff isn't usually used."

"Every so often, the Inspection Department from the prefectural capital sends people to check the quantity of fire oil, to see if any is missing."

"Aside from the normal losses, if a portion is found missing, that's a serious problem, and accountability must be traced up the chain."

A grave expression appeared on Lin Yan's face.

"I see. Since this item is managed so strictly, let's forget about it then."

Yang Ling said, understanding.

"Your request for help, how could I not assist?"

Lin Yan suddenly smiled. "We still have about a hundred catties of fire oil in storage. Take it all and use it."

"..."

Yang Ling's expression turned odd. "Boss, aren't you afraid..."

"Green Mountain City will also fall under the jurisdiction of the Third Division of the Inspection Department in the future, and I will be the Director of the Third Division. What am I afraid of?"

Lin Yan said with a meaningful smile. "When the time comes, I'll just write a note, find an excuse, and the accounts will be settled."

"Thank you, Boss!"

Yang Ling immediately straightened up and cupped his fists respectfully.

Half a day later, he returned to the Vermilion Gold Mine with over a hundred catties of fire oil.

For now, only he knew about this plan to hunt the Tyrant Ghost Spider.

But he couldn't carry out the implementation process alone.

So he called over the five supervisors: Wu Xiaochen, Chen Xu, Chen Guoqing, Li Tianye, and Wang Haodong.

"There's something I'd like to discuss with you all. If it goes well, we might gain a considerable amount of experience."

As soon as Yang Ling said this, the eyes of the five present lit up.

"Brother Yang, what's the plan? A big job?"

Wu Xiaochen leaned in, his expression eager and impatient.

"You could call it a big job."

Yang Ling briefly explained the situation.

"Now I've already obtained the fire oil. As long as we lure the Tyrant Ghost Spider up from the underground river, then ignite the fire oil and block the path at both ends, we have a chance to burn it to death."

The five of them felt a chill run down their spines.

They had completely no idea that such a monster was hiding deep within the mine shaft.

No wonder Mine Shaft 36 was completely sealed off. Now they finally understood the reason.

"Brother Yang, how powerful do you think that Ghost Spider really is?"

Wu Xiaochen asked with a serious expression.

"With your strength, you don't dare to face it head-on?"

"The sense of pressure was immense. I don't think I'm its match."

Yang Ling said.

He couldn't very well say he couldn't see the other's Status Panel.

Although that statement would be more convincing, it would also expose his advantage.

"This is a boss monster."

Wu Xiaochen grew excited. "If we kill it, we're definitely going to rake in a lot of Experience Points, maybe equivalent to seven or eight days of mining."

Chen Xu and the others' breathing grew slightly heavier.

Right now, they weren't far from reaching Level 10.

If this succeeded, they might quickly rush to Level 10, reaching the standard for a Class Change!

The six of them then discussed further before heading down into the mine shaft together.

After completing all the preliminary preparations, Yang Ling began the most critical task.

Bait.

Aside from him, the other five didn't have the capability to serve as bait.

"Brother Yang, this is a bit dangerous."

Chen Guoqing's nature was more cautious. Upon realizing Yang Ling intended to personally act as the bait, he immediately tried to persuade him otherwise.

"If we don't deal with this boss, I won't be able to sleep soundly."

Yang Ling said with a laugh.

Seeing this, Chen Guoqing stopped trying to persuade him. As Yang Ling dove into the underground river to act as bait, Chen Guoqing double-checked the earlier preparations to ensure nothing was amiss.

The main focus was the timing for igniting the fire oil.

In the underground river, Yang Ling swam forward while observing his surroundings.

Before long, he arrived at the place where the Tyrant Ghost Spider had appeared last time.

He looked up and saw that the stone cavern was once again filled with densely packed insect pupae.

"So prolific."

Without another word, Yang Ling entered the stone cavern and immediately executed Ethereal Steps. At his fastest speed, he crushed all these insect pupae to death.

His Experience Points continuously soared.

Suddenly, he sensed something strange. His body shifted sideways like a gust of wind.

A strand of white spider silk abruptly shot into the spot where he had been standing moments before.

The hard floor was pierced by the white spider silk.

Yang Ling's heart grew slightly wary. He turned and jumped into the underground river, swimming swiftly toward the passageway like a nimble fish.

If he hadn't dodged that attack just now, Yang Ling wasn't sure if his Ironclad uniform could withstand it.

Behind him, a massive creature also leaped into the water, giving chase relentlessly.

Yang Ling had already begun circulating his energy. His spirit was unprecedentedly excited, yet he remained exceptionally calm. His mind was unruffled, with clear thoughts about what needed to be done next.

Ever since his Spirit attribute grew higher and higher, he had also discovered the many changes that came with increased Spirit.

Uncommon calmness was just one of them.

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