Youth Training Interview

"Master, and you too, bodyguard brother, I'm not blowing smoke, but at the time, at least a hundred security guards had me surrounded. I didn't even blink, just slaughtered my way from one end of the alley to the other. My main style is killing without blinking!"

"So, are your eyes dry?"

"I said I kill without blinking, and you're asking if my eyes are dry?"

"Cough, boss, don't misunderstand. I'm just genuinely concerned for your health. Don't go giving me a bad review later, alright?"

"Eh, don't mention it, don't mention it. We're all brothers, what's a bad review? By the way, Master, what do you do for a living?"

Li Jinshui sat with his legs crossed, talking at length about his personal experiences, and the more he chatted with the driver, the more they hit it off.

The car sped forward, weaving through the myriad of city lights. The sky gradually turned a dusky yellow, and the sunset glow, like fire, permeated half the horizon.

Finally, as the high-rises outside the window grew more frequent, the car reached its destination, pulling to a smooth stop in front of a towering office building.

"Boss, we've arrived. Remember to leave a good review!" the driver reminded him.

"Don't worry, as a core senior executive of Daming Technology, would I short you a good review?"

Li Jinshui waved his hand grandly and stepped out of the car with a flourish.

But as the night wind blew, he touched his empty pockets and his face turned tragic.

The trip had been far too long. His card had been empty to begin with, and now all his two thousand in cash had gone to the fare, leaving him with absolutely nothing.

It was only because he'd hit it off with the driver that the man had waived the small change; otherwise, he really wouldn't have been able to get out of the car.

"Drive safe, Master! I'll find a time to treat you all to a meal another day!"

Li Jinshui waved goodbye.

Watching the car merge into the traffic, he turned around and looked at the incredibly prosperous neighborhood and the wide roads. Recalling the old district where he used to live, he couldn't help but sigh at the wealth gap.

This was the most prosperous and central area of Darong City, located on Chunxi Road in the Huayang District, where every inch of land was worth its weight in gold.

The outer city was right next door, yet the housing prices were worlds apart—a difference of more than ten times. It was truly terrifying.

"Heh, and yet, for the next three months, I'll be living right here, fair and square!"

Li Jinshui tilted his head back, looking up at the skyscraper constructed entirely of glass curtain walls.

At the top of the building stood the four brilliant characters: "Daming Technology."

This was the Rong City Branch Camp of Daming Technology—the entire building was theirs!

As a direct subsidiary of Daming Technology, the Delivery Youth Training Camp had established branches in many cities, but they were almost always integrated with the local branch offices.

Darong City was no exception; the Rong City Branch Camp was located inside this very building.

It was already evening, yet the entire building remained brightly lit.

The lobby on the first floor appeared exceptionally quiet, completely devoid of the noise and bustle of other office buildings during the evening rush hour.

Li Jinshui didn't overthink it and stepped inside.

There were no security guards on duty here; even the main doors were automatic sensors.

Entering the lobby, Li Jinshui deeply felt the vastness of the space. The decor looked luxurious, exuding the prestige of top-tier capital everywhere, yet it didn't seem ostentatious in the slightest.

"Hello, sir. Is there anything I can help you with?" In the center of the lobby, the receptionist greeted him with a bright smile and a sweet voice.

"Hello, I'm here to sign up for the Delivery Youth Training Camp." Li Jinshui got straight to the point; he was hungry and wanted to get the process over with.

The receptionist was taken aback, then smiled apologetically: "I'm sorry, sir. You might not have noticed our notice. The interview hours for the Delivery Youth Training Camp are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Could you show your ID for registration and come back tomorrow morning?"

"I have to wait until tomorrow?"

Li Jinshui immediately thought, Oh no. He really had missed their schedule.

But those people at the Delivery Youth Training Camp, working in such a big company, didn't their consciences hurt leaving work at 4:00 PM?

Still, this made things a bit troublesome.

He didn't have a single cent left on him. Skipping dinner was one thing, but where was he supposed to stay tonight?

"Uh, this..."

His eyes darted around, scanning the spacious and bright lobby, especially the rows of neatly arranged sofas. He immediately changed his tone: "Miss, why don't you register me first, and then I'll discuss something with you."

As he spoke, he took his ID card out of his pocket and handed it over.

"Alright."

The receptionist maintained her polite, professional smile, took the ID with both hands, and swiped it on the scanner at the counter.

"Miss, actually, it's like this. When I came here..." Li Jinshui began.

The receptionist, however, was staring at the computer screen in front of her. The smile on her face suddenly froze, and she widened her eyes in shock, looking at Li Jinshui: "Sir, you... you're only 17?"

"Ah, yes. What about it?" Li Jinshui, interrupted mid-flow, had no choice but to nod.

"At your age, you should... still be in high school, right?" the receptionist asked, somewhat hesitantly.

"I was, but some things happened... anyway, it's complicated. I'm currently on a leave of absence, and I don't plan on going back to repeat the year. I've decided to dedicate my youth to Daming Technology, to shed my blood and sweat for Daming Technology."

At this, Li Jinshui's expression hardened. He struck his chest heavily with his right hand, his voice ringing out with conviction: "Daming Technology, loyalty!"

The receptionist frowned slightly; was this young man here to troll?

"Sir, Daming Technology is not a place for games. Furthermore, the Delivery Youth Training Camp has strict entry requirements. Applicants must have at least reached minor success in Stake Standing and possess an introductory-level martial skill. Are you sure..." She still patiently reminded him.

"Eh, of course I'm sure, that's why I came. This isn't a game."

Li Jinshui also furrowed his brows: "Besides, is minor success in Stake Standing and an introductory martial skill really that hard? I feel like it's pretty simple!"

Simple?

Seeing that Li Jinshui didn't seem to be faking it, a flicker of shock passed through the receptionist's eyes, and her expression turned solemn.

"Sir, are you truly certain you aren't joking?" she asked again, her gaze carrying a sense of rigor.

"Certain." Infected by her sudden seriousness, Li Jinshui nodded earnestly.

"Please wait a moment."

The receptionist's attitude turned stern, and she picked up the phone on the desk to dial an internal line.

She covered the receiver with her hand, whispering a report.

Within moments, she hung up the phone and hurried out from behind the front desk.

"Apologies, Mr. Li, for keeping you waiting. Please follow me upstairs; the HR department of the Delivery Youth Training Camp will conduct an interview with you now." She bowed slightly and gestured with a respectful "please."

Her attitude had clearly shifted, moving from polite professionalism to outright deference.

"Lead the way!" Li Jinshui smiled slightly.

Soon, Li Jinshui took the elevator to the 51st floor of the office building, the exclusive floor for the Delivery Youth Training Camp.

The moment the elevator doors opened, another woman was already standing at the entrance waiting.

She wore a form-fitting professional suit that accentuated her curves, her hair cut into a sharp, chin-length bob. A pair of half-rimmed gold glasses rested on her delicate, youthful face, and her entire demeanor radiated the aura of a decisive corporate elite.

"Hello, Mr. Li. My name is Ye Mei, the HR manager for the training camp. Welcome to our interview."

She wore a professional smile, holding a file in her hand.

Without unnecessary pleasantries, and not waiting for Li Jinshui to reply, she pointed toward the corridor on the right: "Time is precious. Let's proceed with a routine procedure to test... your true strength."