Chapter 258: Nurturing Support
Chapter 258: Nurturing Support
As Chen Chuan walked ahead, he could sense Ling Assistant's gaze fixed on him, only to disappear when the elevator doors closed.
But his stride remained natural throughout, without a hint of abnormality.
Following the guidance of the Boundary Vessel, he walked to the end of the corridor, where a sign read "Assigned Handling Office," and the door was wide open.
He announced, "Student Chen Chuan reporting for duty."
A voice from within replied, "Come in."
Chen Chuan entered a spacious room, at least 300 to 400 square meters. A large panoramic window dominated the front, providing an unobstructed view of the outside.
In the center stood a heavy, curved desk, and behind it sat a woman with wavy hair, leaning back in her chair. Her physique was remarkably fit, and she rested her hands on the desk behind her, appearing incredibly relaxed.
As Chen Chuan approached, the woman spoke, "The view here is fantastic. Every time I look out from here, I feel like a bird soaring freely in the sky. What about you, Chen Student? Don't overthink it; just share your first impression."
Chen Chuan gazed out the window. The panoramic view revealed countless skyscrapers, and from this perspective, he was soaring high above, embracing the entire city. He replied seriously, "It's all very impressive, but it's not mine to claim."
The woman was taken aback but burst into giggles, her shoulders shaking uncontrollably as she continued laughing, appearing on the verge of laughter-induced hiccups.
Chen Chuan glanced at her silently, thinking to himself that her sense of humor seemed a bit low.
After a while, the woman caught her breath, seemingly wiping away laughter-induced tears, and then she turned around.
She was a woman in her thirties with green eye makeup. Her lips were slightly thick, her eyes were large, and her nails were painted a light blue. At first glance, she gave off a very capable impression.
The woman also sized up Chen Chuan and said admiringly, "Chen Student, you look even better in person than in photos. Remember to find a better photographer next time."
"Well, let me introduce myself. I'm Ni Xi Xi, the Internal Affairs Officer assigned to Wu Yi Academy by the Handling Bureau. Don't call me Ni Internal Affairs; that reminds me of the people at the Internal Affairs Bureau. Just call me Officer Ni."
Before Chen Chuan could respond, she continued, "We called you here because of some matters concerning you. The Handling Bureau has always paid close attention to outstanding students like you, and we allocate resources annually to focus on nurturing students like yourselves."
As she spoke, she sighed, raising a hand, "Don't get too excited. Nurturing is an investment, and we won't allocate resources to students who can't provide a return. We need to see results."
"So, we will regularly assess or evaluate you. If you're not up to par, we'll have to withdraw our support. By the way, you're not the only one who has earned this opportunity. This time, at Wu Yi Academy, we have selected three candidates, and none of you are irreplaceable."
"Among the three of you, the one who performs the best will receive the most resources and some recommendations and benefits that you may not be aware of at this moment."
Ni Xi Xi glanced at Chen Chuan, "I've pretty much said what I needed to. Now it's your turn to speak." She tapped the Boundary Vessel hidden beneath her wavy hair, and a document was transmitted.
"The content and regulations are all here. Take a look and remember not to keep a copy. If you agree, we'll continue the discussion. If not, just walk out from here as if you never came."
Chen Chuan took a look. It was a nurturing plan from the Handling Bureau, aimed at cultivating outstanding reserve enforcers. However, the requirement was that students, during the nurturing period, must not join any company or non-state entity, undergo designated assessments by the Handling Bureau, and cooperate with Handling Bureau members in carrying out tasks.
Apart from that, there were no other mandatory requirements.
He read it over several times, thought for a moment, and said, "I agree."
Ni Xi Xi hummed in acknowledgment, "Good. Many students like you have their own temperaments, especially the young and capable ones." As she said this, she pouted, seemingly thinking of someone.
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment, unsure if she was referring to the other two students receiving support.
"Alright."
Ni Xi Xi clapped her hands, "Since you agree, let's talk about your studies first. I've reviewed your entrance assessment, and it's not bad.
Although it's only in the 70s, you've just transferred from the branch, and the educational resources there are limited. Achieving this score is already impressive. I believe that with some training, you'll quickly catch up.
The assessment mentioned that your techniques lack variation. As a fighter, you must master your preferred weapon to a profound level; otherwise, this shortcoming will become a fatal flaw in the future."
As she spoke, her tone became serious, a stark contrast to her previous casual demeanor.
Chen Chuan nodded.
"Excellent. I'll be keeping an eye on you from now on."
Ni Xi Xi stared into his eyes, seemingly trying to instill a sense of pressure, but her attention soon drifted elsewhere. Hmm, this student's eyes are quite captivating and expressive; are they double-lidded?
(End of Chapter)After a moment of divergent thinking, she refocused and continued, "Let's get back to business. We will recommend a teacher who specializes in swordsmanship. If you find them suitable after trying out their class, we can waive the fees for you. If you don't think it's a good fit, you can decline and pay for the course yourself."
"Additionally, your assessment in the third limit was a bit low. For most martial artists, reaching the third limit is when they truly differentiate themselves. It's a watershed moment."
"If your subsequent performance meets our standards, we will recommend a teacher for one-on-one guidance. This opportunity is rare, so grasp it."
"I understand," Chen Chuan replied.
Ni Xi Xi waved her hand and said, "Alright, I've said what I needed to. I'm not one for long speeches. You can go back now. Someone will come to you later to sign a support agreement, and we'll send you the detailed information shortly. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
Chen Chuan nodded in gratitude, "Thank you, Officer Ni. I'll carefully go through the materials when I get back."
After bidding farewell to Ni Xi Xi, he left the office and took the elevator back to his dormitory. As soon as he entered, he received a set of materials.
Before he could look through them, he realized he had been invited by Tan Zhi to join a discussion platform where all participants were students. The current topic was mostly about the investors backing the students.
After browsing for a while, he understood that it wasn't just the Handling Bureau but also various Central City companies investing in outstanding Wu Yi Academy students.
So, the expensive training equipment and courses weren't targeted at individuals but rather the investors backing them.
However, with investment comes the expectation of returns. Even government departments wouldn't be exempt from this. It seemed like there was a lot to do moving forward.
Meanwhile, in the Special Stationed Office, Ni Xi Xi was communicating with someone through a Boundary Vessel, "Yes, I've already spoken with him, and he's agreed verbally... It should be fine. You can send someone over to draft the agreement soon."
The person on the other end asked, "What's your impression of this student?"
"He's good," Ni Xi Xi replied. "He's easy on the eyes and has a good temper."
"I'll arrange it promptly," the person said. "After signing the agreement, we'll conduct an assessment first."
Ni Xi Xi was surprised, "An assessment right off the bat? Won't he get some time to adjust and learn first?"
"His admission assessment score was a bit low. It's the lowest among the three students we're supporting, and it doesn't align with his past performance. We need an accurate evaluation of his abilities."
Ni Xi Xi scoffed, "What a hassle. I don't believe an assessment can fully gauge a person's capabilities. Only you rationalists treat these assessments as gospel."
"Moreover, this student is excellent, and with no background to speak of, I'm sure many will invest in him. I suspect some companies' jackals are already eyeing him."
"Rest assured," the person said. "He won't choose those companies, and they won't invest in him."
Ni Xi Xi was taken aback, "You're so certain?"
The person spoke with a meaningful tone, "It's not me being certain. You should have seen his internal resume and know that he participated in the national draft organized by the Administration Bureau, right?"
Ni Xi Xi was stunned, "You mean...?" She pondered, "No wonder."
The person said, "Who knows if he's not a person from the Administration Bureau, working directly under them? Those companies won't invest in him without confirmation."
Ni Xi Xi snorted, "Speaking of the Administration Bureau, don't the old-timers in our bureau dislike people from there too? Are they that trusting?"
"What? You think our bureau doesn't have people from the Administration Bureau?"
Ni Xi Xi was speechless, "You're right." People from the Administration Bureau were everywhere, and sometimes it was impossible to know if your colleagues had another identity.
The person continued, "These are matters for the higher-ups to consider. It's not our concern. We just need to focus on our own tasks."
At this moment, a notification popped up on Ni Xi Xi's Boundary Vessel, and a document was transmitted. The voice said, "When signing the agreement, give this to him and see his performance."
Ni Xi Xi Xi glanced at it and said, "Wow, setting the standard this high from the start? Aren't you making things difficult for our little brother Chen?"
The person on the other end spoke seriously, "We need outstanding backup enforcers. The Handling Bureau's budget isn't something to be taken lightly. We must be cautious and meticulous with every expenditure."
Ni Xi Xi pouted, "Alright, I'll inform him when the time comes."
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End of Chapter.
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