Starting the Job

Cecilia is very outgoing.

After talking with her for a while, Sulu already knew the basic information about the Green Tree Castle Laboratory.

It covers tens of hectares, is distributed throughout Green Tree Castle City, and has a total staff of over seven thousand. Almost the entire city serves it—it is indeed a behemoth.

Sulu even knew that these were merely its ' Outer Circle '!

The true core of the Green Tree Castle Laboratory must have undertaken many research tasks related to the occult.

Of course, that's beyond his current ability to discover.

The entire Green Tree Castle is not managed by a single person, but rather by a joint meeting that oversees the progress of various research projects and coordinates the allocation of manpower and resources.

This meeting, also known as the ' Green Tree Council ', has a total of nine seats, each held by a renowned scientist.

For example, Professor Slayden Walter, the chief advisor of the Institute of Electrical Research, is the Ninth Seat! He wields immense power, practically overseeing everything within the institute.

"Somewhat surprisingly... our laboratory retains many ancient traditions, such as the title of the Ninth Seat..."

As Cecilia parked the car, she complained, "Don't you think this is really awkward? It's like we're still in a medieval magic academy!"

'Muggle!'

Sulu mentally labeled him and smiled, "I don't think it's a big deal... By the way, can I meet this Ninth Seat?"

"How is that possible?"

Cecilia rolled her eyes, giving her a 'you're dreaming' look. "I understand how you feel. Professor Walter is a renowned Scholar in the Federation, having published many influential works, and even has admirers in the Chris Empire across the ocean... But he's very busy, and unless you get promoted later, it'll be difficult to meet him. Now, I'll take you to see our professor— William! He's the one who decided to hire you this time!"

She subtly reminded him that William's mentor wielded considerable power; hiring or firing anyone in their team was a matter of a single word.

"What a pity..."

Although Sulu said he felt regretful, he didn't actually feel any regret at all; instead, he let out a long sigh.

He was actually a little nervous about making a move in front of a professional who seemed to be an [Arcanist].

"Professor William is the head of our team... specializing in research on electrical information."

Cecilia introduced Sulu to the building and led him into a huge building.

"Institute of Electrical Research, Information Technology Building!"

Sulu glanced at the door number and silently memorized it.

Upon entering, a slightly burnt smell filled the air.

He followed Cecilia down the Silence corridor, occasionally peering through the windows at the vaguely familiar electronic components inside.

It's like in a past life, when I was in high school and college, I went to the laboratory.

Inside an office at the very back of the information building.

William Jesley looked to be in his forties or fifties, with bright eyes and clearly very energetic.

He was a typical Roman, blond and blue-eyed. When he saw Sulu enter, his expression became slightly stern. "Sulu! Sulu Potter! You're late!"

"I'm sorry... something came up at home!"

Sulu calculated the time and felt somewhat embarrassed—he had even considered not coming.

"I've read your paper, and it's excellent, but with me, it's not just about being excellent!"

William gave Sulu a critical look, then clapped his hands. A young man entered the office, paused, and asked, "Professor... you wanted to see me?"

"Andrew, you and Sulu both just reported for duty today. I need to assess your abilities."

William gestured for Cecilia to lead Sulu and Andrew out to a conference room. "We're going to conduct a test, a written exam and a practical one. Any questions?"

This means... to inspect the goods again? And if it's not good, we can return it? They're really strict; they're giving us a hard time right from the first day.

Sulu sat down expressionlessly, looking at the test questions Cecilia had brought.

Well, it's not too difficult, roughly at the level of high school physics in my previous life. Of course, some rules are different, and some knowledge points are explored in more depth.

However, for him, who was at [Basic Physics LV4], it was nothing. He quickly finished writing and then began the practical operation.

'Huh? This Sulu...'

William reviewed the papers, then looked at Sulu, who was currently practicing, and a hint of surprise appeared on his face. "Your understanding of electricity is quite profound..."

At this time, electric current had only just been discovered, and research was still in its early stages.

Sulu's displayed 'talent' was quite remarkable.

"Ah!"

On the other side, Andrew stared at the sparks flying from the wires and components in his hand, now completely short-circuited, a look of utter despair on his face. "Professor..."

"That's enough."

William nodded seriously. "I already understand your level. Sulu, you can be an assistant researcher! As for Andrew?"

His lips moved, and seeing Andrew on the verge of tears, he thankfully refrained from Killer: "The lab is still short a regular assistant..."

"I'll do it, I'm willing to do it!" Andrew nodded immediately.

His grades weren't particularly outstanding, and if it weren't for the advantage of being a local university, he definitely wouldn't have been able to secure this opportunity.

The compensation at Green Tree Castle Laboratory, even for assistants cleaning the lab, is much better than at many other companies.

Therefore, he will definitely choose to stay here.

"Great, you can start work tomorrow!"

William turned around coolly. "Cecilia, you're in charge of settling them in!"

"Yes, mentor!"

Angelia solemnly saw her mentor William off, then looked Sulu up and down. "I didn't realize... you're so capable, getting promoted to assistant researcher so quickly!"

Within their research institute, members are categorized into several levels: general assistant, assistant researcher, researcher, and mentor.

In this context, a mentor is the person in charge of a project or a group.

Cecilia was a researcher under William's command. In fact, researchers could be further subdivided, but that was unnecessary.

Below the researcher are the assistant researchers, who are responsible for project follow-up, experimental records, etc. If the researcher is tired, or if it is some unimportant research, they also have the opportunity to practice.

As for ordinary assistants, they are the worst off, basically playing the role of lab cleaners, doing dirty, heavy, and physically demanding work, with almost no opportunity to get hands-on experience, but they can be promoted to assistant researchers.

"No, no..."

Sulu exchanged a few polite words and, together with Andrew, followed behind Angelia to complete the formalities.

The Green Tree Castle Laboratory offers excellent benefits; even with his current position, he earns two Gold Dragon per week, plus... room and board included.

When Sulu saw that his single dormitory room even had a washroom, he breathed a sigh of relief.

Finally, I have some private space, and I don't have to worry about running into a weird roommate like Sean anymore.