Selecting a Constable Chief

Everyone nodded slightly, having no objection to the result.

"If there's nothing else, let's call it a day," Tang Ping said again.

"Yes!"

With a whoosh, the Constable dispersed.

"Old Tang, are the Three Great Guardians dead?" Wei Dong leaned closer.

"They're not dead. Those three were very strong. By the time other powerful figures from the Prefectural City arrived, they had already vanished without a trace." Old Tang said with considerable regret.

"What a pity. If these three beasts aren't eliminated, our Prefectural City will never be peaceful," Wei Dong lamented.

"Practice martial arts diligently. Only by becoming stronger can you protect yourself and those around you," Old Tang said softly.

"You're right. Once I become a top expert in the Prefectural City, I'll definitely kill these three beasts," Wei Dong said, patting his chest.

"Brother Wei Dong is truly ambitious," Lin Shurou said with a smile.

"Haha, Lin Daiyu speaks so sweetly." Wei Dong laughed heartily.

"Old Tang, I have something important to report," Lin Qing suddenly said.

"Oh, what is it?" Old Tang asked.

"There are too many people around here, let's talk in private," Lin Qing said.

"Good."

The two entered a nearby house, where Lin Qing informed them of the Luo Family's collusion with the Yinyuan Sect, as well as the Yinyuan Sect's collection of infants and preparations for a Spirit Descent ritual.

After listening, Tang Ping's expression also turned serious.

"Spirit Descent ceremony? This matter is of great importance. I will report it immediately. If the news is true, it will be another great achievement, at least Grade B Merit."

"Report this as soon as possible. If it's fake, all the better. If it's real, we must stop the Yinyuan Sect from carrying Spirit Descent ritual."

Lin Qing nodded slightly.

He had considered that handing over the intelligence would arouse suspicion from the Soul-Calming Office. After all, he was just a Corpse Collector with no powerful backing him; how could he possibly obtain crucial information?

However, if he didn't report it, the Yinyuan Sect would successfully carry out the Spirit Descent ritual, Prefectural City would face a catastrophe, which was something he didn't want to see.

"If anyone in the Soul-Calming Office has doubts, let them have their doubts. After all, doubts can't lead to a conviction," Lin Qing thought to himself.

Several days have passed in the blink of an eye, and news of the battle at Wanghai Tower has spread widely, with the most significant news being the killing of Song Heilong.

Although Song Heilong's status was not as high as the Three Great Guardians, he had frequently taken action in the past three months, which made the people deeply resentful of him, even more so than the Three Great Guardians. Therefore, when the government announced that Song Heilong had been killed, many people in the streets, alleys, teahouses, and theaters applauded and cheered.

In the east of the Prefectural City, there is a spacious mansion.

Deng Qianyu lay naked in a wooden tub filled with dark blue medicinal liquid, steaming and emitting a pungent odor.

With a creak, the door to the side room was pushed open, and an elderly man with a goatee entered.

"My lord, the intelligence you requested has arrived."

Deng Qianyu opened her eyes, got up and stepped out of the wooden tub. She wiped the medicine off her body with a white towel and put on a red gauze dress.

The old man with the goatee lowered his head, presented the silk scroll with both hands, and did not dare to look up once throughout the entire process.

Deng Qianyu reached out and took the silk scroll, quickly flipped through it, and casually tossed it onto the table beside her.

"Send word to all sides: whoever kills Lin Qing will receive double the reward—silver, martial arts skills, a chance to advance to the Inner Sect —whatever you want, I'll give you."

"Yes, sir!"

"Furthermore, continue the search for infants and children. I suffered a great loss this time, and I will get my revenge sooner or later," Deng Qianyu said coldly.

"Yes."

The old man with the goatee bowed and left the room. Deng Qianyu glanced at the silk scroll on the table again and whispered, "What a martial arts prodigy! Not even twenty years old, yet he's at the Early Pill Embrace Force, ranked 71st on the Scarlet List. Now that Lin Qing is dead, Wang Ling, where will you find a replacement?"

The Soul-Calming Office.

Lin Qing was practicing the Tathagata Fist Manual and Combat Arts in the courtyard. With the support of his two Exceptional Talent, he was making rapid progress and mastering many new skills every day.

He leaped, bent down, threw punches, and raised his knees. Every punch, every kick, every movement was concise, powerful, and explosive, with ear-piercing sonic booms echoing in the courtyard from time to time.

After a short while, Lin Qing slowly exhaled a breath of pure energy, deciding to stop his practice and rest for a while.

At this moment, Wang Ling pushed open the door and entered, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

He could hear Lin Qing practicing his fist from a great distance. He was able to create a series of sonic booms, which required a great deal of strength and speed from Martial Artist. Even he, at the Pill Embrace Formation stage, could not do it and could only occasionally create a sonic boom.

But when he actually stepped into the courtyard, he clearly felt that Lin Qing's aura seemed even stronger.

"Lin Qing, has there been any new breakthrough?"

"My lord, there was no great gain, only some improvement in the Tathagata Fist Manual and Combat Arts," Lin Qing said, cupping his hands in greeting.

"Hmm, not bad." Wang Ling nodded slightly, not too surprised.

If Lin Qing makes another breakthrough, then there's something wrong. No matter how talented a person is, it's impossible for them to make two breakthroughs in half a month, especially at the stage of Pill Embrace Force.

"I have received the information you provided through Tang Ping a few days ago. I will send people to investigate the collusion between the Luo Family and the Yinyuan Sect in the coming days. As for the Spirit Descent ceremony, there is no need for you to remind me. The Soul-Calming Office is already trying to stop it. If necessary, the Chief Commissioner will write to the Imperial City for help. You don't need to worry about this matter," Wang Ling added.

"Okay." Lin Qing nodded.

"In the Battle of Wanghai Tower, the Yinyuan Sect suffered heavy casualties, and one of my Soul-Calming Office also lost his Constable Chief. I am here today to inform you that in three months, the Chief Commissioner will set up an assessment to select new Constable Chief. Of the Eight Gold Tokens, three are qualified to participate, and you are one of them," Wang Ling said slowly.

"Sir, do you know which Constable Chief died?" Lin Qing asked.

His greatest desire was to become Corpse Collection Team Constable Chief, as this would not only grant him higher status and better treatment, but also give him more opportunities to replicate even more powerful martial arts techniques.

But if it's Constable Chief promoting other teams, such as Evil-Exorcism Team or Night Patrol Team, he'll have to think it over carefully.

"The one who died was Constable Chief Tu Jiuqian, a Corpse Collection Team! The position he's competing for is the one that's vacated," Wang Ling said.

"Then I'll have to fight for it!" Lin Qing said.

"Well, you can try to compete, but with your current strength, your chances are slim! Among your competitors are three Gold Token Constable, one named Ao Ziyi and the other named Tan Shaochong."

These two had been Constable Gold Token constables two years ago, with Ao Ziyi already having entered the Early True Astral Force.

In addition, Tu Jiuqian has two Deputy Constable Chief who will also participate in the competition, and both of them are experts in the Pill Embrace Force realm.

"You've only just entered the Early Pill Embrace Force. Defeating these four will be quite difficult, especially Ao Ziyi. The gap between True Astral Force and Pill Embrace Realm is enormous, and few can fight across realms unless you can significantly improve your strength within the next two months," Wang Ling added.

"I will do my best. If that doesn't work, I will continue to hone my skills and improve my strength." Lin Qing nodded.

"Yes, that's the best mindset. With your Talent and age, becoming Constable Chief or even the Office Chief Executive only a matter of time." Wang Ling nodded, extremely satisfied with Lin Qing. Most geniuses are confident or even arrogant, but Lin Qing was extremely composed.

After chatting for a while, Wang Ling turned and left.

On the other side.

In the Soul-Calming Office, in the courtyard of the Dragon Abyss Hall, many Night Patrol Team Constable back and forth.

"Brother Ao, I think this vacant Constable Chief position is rightfully yours. I'm afraid the others wouldn't last three moves against you."

A dark-skinned young man with thick eyebrows and large eyes said with a smile.