Thin-Mist Defense Line, Central Camp.
A massive tower stood behind the city walls. It was the core of the entire defense line—the Central Camp, where Yanei's chief general was stationed.
Lin Nan followed the group toward the Central Camp.
A middle-aged man in green armor, with a hooked nose, stood before the crowd. His fierce gaze swept over the many martial artists.
"I am Fu Rong, Commandant of the Misty District Yanei. First, let me explain the rules here. No matter why you came, since you are here, you must abide by the rules of the Thin-Mist Defense Line."
"So long as you guard this place for three full months, you may leave."
Fu Rong spoke calmly.
As soon as he finished, two heavily armored soldiers carried a stone stele out from the tower and set it heavily on the ground with a bang.
It was a Strength-Testing Stone, the kind found only in martial halls!
"Those whose names are called will step forward and test yourselves before me. I will assign your posts according to your strength."
The martial artists did not dare delay. One after another, they properly stepped before the Strength-Testing Stone, gathered their qi and blood, and slammed their fists into it. A soldier beside them held a register, recording the markings on the Strength-Testing Stone in turn.
"Skin-and-Flesh Realm, first level. Specializes in lightness skills. Can serve as a scout."
"Skin-and-Flesh Realm, third level. Specializes in saber techniques. Fierce by nature, previously participated in bandit suppression. Can serve as a squad leader."
"Sinews-and-Bones Realm, first level. Specializes in fist techniques. A martial hall disciple with abundant experience. Can serve as a deputy commander."
Soon, it was Lin Nan's turn.
Before coming here, he had already learned that positions along the Thin-Mist Defense Line were