The Final Arrangement

The next day.

Chu Jiang called Liu Guangwu and Ma Han over.

"I'm about to depart for the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Bureau. Baishi County will be temporarily under your management."

"These are Thunder Fire Beads I've condensed. Each one can heavily injure a late-stage Vajra. You each get one to deal with any unexpected situations."

Chu Jiang looked at them calmly. These Thunder Fire Beads took three days to condense one, and he had prepared them beforehand, just waiting for the right moment to give them.

"Sir, is it that urgent?"

"Should we brothers throw you a farewell feast?"

Ma Han knew that with Chu Jiang's strength, leaving Baishi County was only a matter of time, but he hadn't expected it to be so soon.

Their strength could no longer keep up with Chu Jiang's pace, so naturally, they couldn't follow him.

"Yeah, let the brothers send you off!"

Liu Guangwu said. Ever since Chu Jiang started to change, Baishi County had transformed, becoming prosperous and developing in a good direction.

His opinion of Chu Jiang had gradually changed.

"No need. After I've given you my instructions, I'll depart immediately."

It wasn't just for personal reasons; the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Bureau headquarters had also sent him a message, asking him to come to headquarters as soon as possible for an important discussion.

Therefore, it was better to go sooner rather than later.

"Ma Han, stay behind."

Chu Jiang said.

Liu Guangwu withdrew. Ma Han had followed Chu Jiang for many years, so he was naturally not comparable to this newcomer. He didn't feel any displeasure.

"How many years have you been with me?"

Chu Jiang asked casually, turning his back.

"Sir, your subordinate has been following you since eight years ago, so it's been eight years and three months," Ma Han replied solemnly, remembering the time clearly.

Chu Jiang smiled and said, "You've been with me the longest. Since I'm leaving now, I naturally won't forget to make arrangements for you."

More than talent, he valued a person's loyalty to him.

Undoubtedly, Ma Han was loyal.

"This is a Marrow Cleansing Pill. It can help with the second Marrow Cleansing in the tenth level of the Body Refinement stage, enhancing martial arts talent."

"These are two Thunder Fire Beads, which I condensed additionally for you to protect yourself."

"These are two bottles of Body Tempering Fluid, which can accelerate the progress of body refinement. If you have any left after using them, you can give them to Liu Guangwu."

Chu Jiang took out a treasure box containing two pills and two bottles of Body Tempering Fluid.

"Sir... this is too valuable!"

When the contents of the treasure box were handed to Ma Han, he was completely stunned. He stared blankly at the pill bottles emitting a strange fragrance, his mind going blank for a moment.

A few seconds later, an indescribable sense of emotion surged through him like a tide. His throat felt choked, and he couldn't utter a single word.

"Take them. You've followed me for so many years; this is what you deserve." Chu Jiang said with a faint smile. He patted Ma Han's shoulder, showing his approval and trust.

Ma Han's heart was filled with gratitude. He knew that he had been silently following Chu Jiang all these years, diligently completing every task.

However, he had never imagined receiving such a precious reward.

Afterward, Chu Jiang gave Ma Han some further instructions. He asked him to look after Su Yan'er at his residence during his absence.

This trip to Yunzhou was not yet settled, and it wasn't suitable to bring her along.

Immediately, he rushed towards the Yunzhou headquarters.

He had already changed into the unique Kirin Robe of the Demon Suppressing Guards. He sped along, and no one dared to obstruct him.

Outside the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Bureau.

"This is the headquarters. It's truly magnificent."

What greeted his eyes was a cluster of ancient-style buildings.

Chu Jiang exclaimed and entered the Demon Suppression Bureau.

"Yo, another newcomer today. This is the third batch!"

"I heard there's a water monster causing trouble in the Canglong River. The Hundred-Household Commanders are discussing who will go to resolve it."

"That water monster is incredibly powerful. It's something a Commander can handle. These newcomers have no chance; they'll just be sent to their deaths."

Many Demon Suppressing Guards were talking amongst themselves.

This unknown water monster had already capsized over a dozen large ships. The Canglong River was temporarily closed, awaiting the Demon Suppression Bureau to resolve the issue.

"You're finally here. Come with me first."

A voice came from a distance.

The newcomer's presence was extraordinary. His black hair was tied high, flowing with the wind, and each step he took carried a steady, decisive momentum.

"General Banner Chu Jiang of the Demon Suppression Division greets Commander Qin!"

Chu Jiang cupped his hands towards Commander Qin. It was this man who had contacted him, notifying him to head to the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division; he was essentially Chu Jiang's direct superior.

"Who is this? Commander Qin is personally welcoming him. When did our Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division gain such a figure?"

Some Demon Suppressing Guards, who had been away on missions for a long time, had just returned and didn't recognize Chu Jiang.

"This guy, he's only been in the Demon Suppression Division for a short while, but he's already accomplished several astonishing major events. We're only seeing him in person today."

Whispers rose again.

Demon Suppression Division, Demon Mirror Hall.

Chu Jiang strode into the grand hall, his gaze fixed on the ceiling. A massive mirror emitted streaks of profound light, as if it could see through all illusions in the world.

"This is our Demon Suppression Division's Demon Reflecting Mirror. It allows demons nowhere to hide."

"Any Demon Suppressing Guard who needs focused cultivation must undergo a screening under the Demon Reflecting Mirror."

Commander Qin said in a deep voice. As for why not all Demon Suppressing Guards were screened, it was mainly because the Demon Reflecting Mirror consumed a vast amount of energy each time it operated, so every bit saved was worth it.

Chu Jiang understood. This was a necessary procedure.

Several cases in Demon Suppression Division: Five Thousand Years involved geniuses meticulously cultivated by humans turning out to be demons.

Moreover, using the Demon Reflecting Mirror right after joining the division indicated that the Demon Suppression Division held him in high regard and intended to focus on cultivating him.

This was a good thing.

Chu Jiang and the others stood beneath the Demon Reflecting Mirror. A holy light swept over them.

He felt a peculiar energy scan their bodies, a warm current flowing through him.

"Alright, no issues!"

Commander Qin looked at the Demon Reflecting Mirror, its holy radiance swirling around it as calmly as still water, and finally relaxed.

Chu Jiang left the hall, his eyes flashing as he said, "Commander Qin, I'm a commander without any subordinates right now. When will you arrange people for me?"

As a General Banner, he had no one under him. He held an official position but couldn't command a single soldier.

Hearing this, Commander Qin chuckled wryly and shook his head. "You've hit my weak spot there. Alright, I'll arrange some personnel for you as soon as possible."

"Let's not dwell on this. Left Commander is waiting for you in the Demon Suppression Hall."

Commander Qin quickly changed the subject, unwilling to elaborate on this matter, as if the issue was a thorn piercing him uncomfortably.

The Demon Suppression Division was truly short-handed right now.

He himself had been a commander without subordinates for several years before gathering his own men, half through assignments and half by recruiting during missions.

Everyone had gone through such a tough grind.