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Chapter 314: The Body of a Titanoboa
Chapter 314: The Body of a Titanoboa
Ji Xinghuo bid farewell to the leader and followed Li Hui out of the office.
"Follow me back to the headquarters of the Lijian Bureau."
The two returned to the parking lot of the Yuan District. Li Hui spoke and rode in Zhou Yishang's car.
Ji Xinghuo sat in the maglev flying car, letting it drive automatically, following Li Hui's car, and slowly drove out of the Yuan District.
Looking at the bustling city outside, he felt as if he were in a different world.
In just over ten minutes, it felt like a dream.
Not only had he met the leader, but he had also accepted the invitation to become a part of the leader's family, entering the core power circle of the Asia-Pacific community. Such a life experience could not be described as a smooth journey, but rather as a soaring flight.
The electromagnetic induction spread out, and the leader was still in the office, handling government affairs, while the others had already left.
"Were they specially gathered by the leader for me?"
Ji Xinghuo couldn't help but speculate.
The dozen or so people he met tonight were all top figures in the country and even the world. They either possessed great power or had great authority and prestige. They were usually busy, and ordinary people couldn't even dream of meeting them.
And they were all there to see him.
Just now in the office, most of them didn't say a word, as if they were just there to bear witness.
However, the result was not very good.
At the very least, Ji Xinghuo knew that his performance had not satisfied them, and although the leader had accepted him, not everyone welcomed his joining.
The reason for this was also obvious. They surrounded the leader, sharing the same ideals, principles, and pursuits. Their thoughts were unified, and they had passed the test of loyalty over the years, trusting each other completely.
However, he was not of the same mind as them and had even resisted the official authorities before.
More importantly...
Ji Xinghuo thought, "My strength is too strong!"
Even if he didn't join this circle, he could still rise to the pinnacle of Earth's extraordinary beings and even have a chance to challenge the Celestial Shepherd in the future.
This gave him independence and meant he didn't rely on the leader.
In the old society, this would be like an apprentice bringing their own skills to a master, and one who might set up their own sect at any time in the future.
However, the leader couldn't ignore his existence.
Ji Xinghuo guessed that before the leader summoned him today, he must have considered it for a long time, and those dozen or so members must have had sharp disagreements.
However, in the end, a unified opinion was formed.
"Hehe..."
Ji Xinghuo shook his head helplessly.
To be honest, he actually felt like refusing, but this was the leader. As a citizen of the Asia-Pacific community, how could he refuse or even make the leader unhappy? If word got out, he would be drowned in a sea of spit.
Especially since he was a publicly raised child, having enjoyed the country's welfare since childhood. It would be even more ungrateful for him to refuse.
However, rights and obligations were equal.
"I am indeed an individualist," Ji Xinghuo said with a complex expression. The leader's question had made him see himself clearly.
Compared to the benefits he might gain, the constraints that came with them might be even greater.
He didn't object to serving the country.
However, the premise of all this was voluntariness, not because of the demands of others or the responsibilities that society imposed on him.
"Things have come to this point, and I can't refuse. I can only do my best," Ji Xinghuo thought, no longer dwelling on the matter.
The headquarters of the Lijian Bureau was very close to the Yuan District, and they arrived in the blink of an eye.
Ji Xinghuo followed Li Hui into the headquarters building. His electromagnetic induction swept through the surroundings, and he found that even though it was evening, the headquarters was bustling with many swordsmen busy at work. In the underground prison, many people were being held and interrogated.
"You go and attend to your duties, Yi Shang. I have some private matters to discuss with Xinghuo," Li Hui said.
"Yes, Director," Zhou Yishang replied, leaving immediately.
Once they were alone in Li Hui's office, he raised his hand and activated the room's protection system, sealing them off from prying eyes and ears.
"Have a seat," Li Hui said with a smile, his tone noticeably more familiar than before. "We're on the same side now, so we can be more casual."
"Sure," Ji Xinghuo replied, getting straight to the point. "Director, what is the leader's true intention?"
"Our conversation is an absolute secret, not a word of which can be leaked," Li Hui said sternly. Only after receiving Ji Xinghuo's assurance did he continue, "The leader's intention is simple. He hopes that you will use your talent and strength to contribute to the country."
Ji Xinghuo was taken aback, "That's it?"
"What else could there be?" Li Hui sounded displeased. "Who do you think the leader is? Everything he does is for our country and our people."
He hmphed.
"You young people grew up in a peaceful and stable environment. You haven't experienced the desperation of our country's weakness and foreign invasions in the past. It's natural that you can't understand the leader's good intentions."
"But it's not your fault."
"On the contrary, the leader led us to fight and shed blood so that generation after generation of children could live happily and grow up healthily. Everything you have now is the result of our hard work, and it's the best comfort to our ancestors."
Upon hearing this, Ji Xinghuo's heart trembled, and he was deeply moved.
Suddenly, he felt like he understood a little better.
"Power, status, resources, and information." Li Hui replied slowly, "Anything the Asia-Pacific community can provide will be within your easy reach."
He emphasized again: "Of course, with rights come obligations and responsibilities."
Ji Xinghuo nodded solemnly.
Li Hui explained, "First, your security clearance will be raised to the highest level, and you will have the equivalent of ministerial-level privileges. You will be able to access most of the country's databases and archives, move unhindered online, and pass through physical access control systems."
"Secondly, you will be promoted to Xuanyuan Swordsman and replace Ye Tongjun as the deputy director of the Lijian Bureau."
Hearing this, Ji Xinghuo scratched his head.
The Lijian Bureau was a powerful department on par with the Starry Sky Ministry, wielding immense power. The position of deputy director of the Lijian Bureau was extremely high-ranking.
For a young man in his twenties to rise to such a high position would undoubtedly shock the entire nation.
However, Ji Xinghuo wasn't particularly interested.
"Director," he quickly said, "I'd rather someone more capable take the position of deputy director. Being a Xuanyuan Swordsman is enough for me."
"Hehe..."
Li Hui was not surprised and smiled, "The Leader already guessed that you wouldn't be too keen on power. So, he only wants you to have the title, the benefits, and the privileges of a deputy director, without having to be involved in the Lijian Bureau's daily affairs."
"Then I accept." Ji Xinghuo agreed.
"Thirdly," Li Hui continued, and Ji Xinghuo's spirits lifted, expecting that what came next would be the most important part.
"The Starry Sky Ministry will help you find the most suitable exotic species, study your profession template, customize weapons and equipment for you, provide the best potions, assist you in your cultivation, and accelerate your evolution."
As expected...
Ji Xinghuo's interest was piqued. For an exotic, power was the most important thing.
The Starry Sky Ministry was the most powerful department in the Asia-Pacific community, with important institutions under its jurisdiction, including the Exploration Department, the Stargate Department, the Exotic Research Department, the Equipment Department, and the Comprehensive Department, as well as dozens of directly affiliated units.
The entire department had vast resources, financial might, and military power. It controlled the most important stargates and even had its own 'Starry Sky Army'.
It could be said that the Starry Sky Ministry was almost like a small country.
Anything an exotic on Earth desired, the Starry Sky Ministry could provide. With the support of an entire department, the possibilities were unimaginable.
The most attractive part of the Starry Sky Ministry was undoubtedly the Exotic Research Department.
This institution boasted the largest and most comprehensive exotic species database on Earth, with a research team of tens of thousands dedicated to studying exotic species.
Furthermore, the Starry Sky Ministry had an "Exotic Reserve".
Rumor had it that the Exotic Reserve constantly maintained a stock of over a million exotic species, including starfall exotics.
"As a reward for your meritorious service, the Leader has agreed that you can choose three exotic species from the Exotic Reserve for your personal use. However, you cannot sell or give them to others." Li Hui said, "When you have time, go to the Starry Sky Ministry and look for Minister Yan. He will make the necessary arrangements for you."
"Alright."
Ji Xinghuo was quite excited. "Director, do I have to make the three choices soon, or can I postpone it?"
"Of course, you can postpone it." Li Hui replied.
"Oh, right." Li Hui added, "I suggest you keep one of the choices for later, maybe a year or two from now."
Ji Xinghuo asked, "Why?"
"Every decade or so, the Starry Sky Ministry acquires a 'Titanoboa Body'. I think it would be a perfect fit for you." Li Hui explained, "The Titanoboa Body is a starfall exotic species, and its effect is similar to the 'Superconducting Magnet', but even stronger. It can perfectly replace the 'Superconducting Magnet' in your profession template."
Titanoboa Body, a starfall exotic species!
Ji Xinghuo's eyes lit up. His profession template, Magnetic Maniac, still lacked two exotics: Overload and Superconducting Magnet.
He hadn't come across them in the Starry Sky Ministry or the Eternal Day City.
Previously, he had even asked Man Ying to help him look out for anyone selling these two exotics on Earth.
Unfortunately, he hadn't been successful.
Unexpectedly, the Starry Sky Ministry had the Titanoboa Body, and it was even a starfall exotic, while the Superconducting Magnet was only a super-limit exotic.
The exotics in a profession template weren't set in stone, and many exotics with similar effects could be used as substitutes.
If an exotic had a similar effect but a stronger potency, it was called an "upper-tier exotic".
"Director, how long do I have to wait specifically?" Ji Xinghuo asked.
"You'll have to ask Minister Yan about that."
Li Hui shook his head, "The Titanoboa Blood and the Titanoboa Body come from the same source, and they are closely related to the Leader. The last Titanoboa Body was given to Huo Kejidi eight years ago. The next one shouldn't be more than two years away, and if we're lucky, we might get it as early as next year."
Ji Xinghuo nodded. A year or two was nothing; he could afford to wait.
After all, he didn't have any expansion artifacts at the moment, and his primary goal was to reach the Legendary realm. He could worry about fusion later.
Li Hui went on to explain the other rights.
(End of Chapter)
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