Chapter 613: The Arrival
Chapter 613: The Arrival
Instructor Wen smiled and said, "Although there are no explicit rules, over time, the recommender has become both a guide and a mentor within the school, also bearing the responsibility of necessary teaching and passing on the school's secret techniques."
He continued with a hint of regret, "If it were before, I would gladly be your recommender, Chen Supervisor. But with your current strength and status, I feel I am no longer suitable."
In terms of martial arts skills, Chen Chuan had already mastered Heart Power, and Instructor Wen himself was only at that level. Aside from some secret techniques, there was little he could teach Chen Chuan. It would be even more difficult for him to become Chen Chuan's mentor.
Moreover, in terms of government positions, the gap between the two was even more significant. Although this was partly due to his own reasons, it was clear that he couldn't provide much help to Chen Chuan in this regard either.
Such a recommender would clearly be unsuitable.
Instructor Wen looked at Chen Chuan and said, "Chen Supervisor, I accept your application. I will find you a suitable recommender. Please leave your contact information, and I will reply as soon as I have news."
Chen Chuan nodded and took out a notebook from his pocket. He wrote down his contact details, tore off the page, and left it on the desk.
"Instructor Wen, the Central City has given me three months of vacation. I will probably stay in Yangzhi City for about a month. During this time, you should be able to find me here. If I go elsewhere, you can reach me by phone or telegraph."
Instructor Wen said, "I will send a telegram to submit your application shortly. Chen Supervisor, please wait for the news. If it's fast, there will be news within half a month; if it's slow, it may take forty to fifty days."
Chen Chuan thanked Instructor Wen and stood up. "Then I'll wait for the news. I've disturbed you today, so I'll take my leave now."
Instructor Wen stood up and saw Chen Chuan to the door. Chen Chuan turned and said, "Instructor Wen, please stay." He nodded politely and left.
As Chen Chuan walked back, he reflected on Instructor Wen's words and realized that these new-age major schools could no longer be considered purely martial arts schools.
Since they could promote their unique ideas and political demands, they must have considerable influence in the upper echelons.
Instructor Wen had asked him several questions, but he didn't elaborate much on the Pureline Sect itself. This was probably because Chen Chuan had not yet become a true insider.
Currently, the Pureline Sect seemed to have almost no requirements or restrictions on its outer members, allowing them to come and go freely. However, once they became full members, it would undoubtedly change.
The Pureline Sect's examination allowed both parties to evaluate each other. If their ultimate principles contradicted his own, he could consider other options.
Upon returning home, Chen Chuan conducted some routine training in the courtyard.
He planned to visit Director Cheng in a few days. This was because Wu Yi Academy was currently in the final stage of the semester, and this time of year was typically the busiest for the academy.
With his current status, Wu Yi Academy would undoubtedly hold a formal welcoming ceremony, which would inconvenience the school. It would be better to wait until the holiday and then visit, avoiding disturbing others.
In the afternoon, he took a special vehicle and headed to the site where the Mo Lan Corporation members had been wiped out by artillery fire.
A railway, jointly constructed by Yuan An Corporation and the government, was being built here. The goal was to connect the northern city of Han Valley's military port with Yangzhi City.
The construction of this railway began when he left Yangzhi City to study in Central City, and it was expected to take another two to three years to complete.
Once completed, there would be a continuous land transportation route to the north, allowing the military to advance southward, and more troops and supplies could be transported northward.
He sat in the special vehicle, escorted by armed vehicles in front and behind, and circled the already-constructed sections of the railway.
This wasn't because he was personally interested, but because the Processing Bureau had given him time to come here for an inspection.
Although Yuan An Corporation was a state-owned enterprise, the Processing Bureau was responsible for overseeing it, as these enterprises must remain under state control.
Actually, at his level, he was already aware of some internal situations. In addition to the Processing Bureau, these state-owned enterprises also had personnel from the Unification Bureau monitoring them constantly, both internally and externally, to ensure they remained under control.
During his inspection, the Yuan An Corporation's security personnel noticed this motorcade and immediately reported it to the person in charge.
The person in charge realized that this motorcade was unusual and contacted the company. He was promptly informed to let them pass without interference and not to inquire further.
If they were questioned, he was to provide truthful information, and if they didn't stop, there was no need to approach them; silence was sufficient.
The person in charge immediately realized that an important figure might have arrived and instructed his subordinates to let them pass without interference.
This time, Chen Chuan was just going through the motions. Both parties understood the underlying meaning, so he took a quick look and then returned directly without getting out of the vehicle to contact anyone.
Chen Chuan had just returned home when he immediately drafted a report, ready to send it to the bureau via telegram the next day, ensuring a proper record.
The following morning, as Chen Chuan prepared to leave for the bureau, the phone in the living room suddenly rang. Answering it, he found it was Mr. Wen.
"Supervisor Chen, we've received a response from the Sect. In two days, an examiner will arrive, who might also be your recommender."
Chen Chuan was surprised, "So soon?"
Mr. Wen smiled, "It is a bit fast, indicating the Sect values you highly."
Initially, Chen Chuan was amazed by the Sect's swift response, but upon reflection, it wasn't surprising. Chen Chuan's achievements, free from criticism, and his solid capabilities had brought him to his current position.
Among the young people Chen Chuan knew, some might have achieved similar feats, but they often had advantageous backgrounds or exceptional origins. Chen Chuan's rise to this level solely through his efforts was truly remarkable.
Once such talent was unleashed without constraints, the heights they could reach were unimaginable. In the future, they might even become the pillar supporting their Sect.
Chen Chuan recognized this, and so did the Sect, who wouldn't let such talent slip away. If they had waited any longer, another Sect might have recruited him.
Chen Chuan glanced at the telegram and mused, "Perhaps this is better."
Two days later, a train headed towards Yangzhi City. In a first-class compartment, a tall and thin man with shoulder-length hair sat motionless, his slightly disheveled hair free of dirt. He wore a half-old, half-new trench coat, and next to him was a well-worn suitcase.
Throughout the journey, he remained seated, and not a single person had entered to inquire.
After several hours, the train's broadcast announced its arrival at Yangzhi City Station.
The tall and thin man stood up and exited the train, only to find the reception area crowded with government officials, security guards, and patrol officers. This was because a government official from another region was also on this train, or rather, this train was their personal transport.
The tall and thin man casually glanced at the crowd and walked right through the ceremonial formation, past the speaking government official, the standing security guards, and the accompanying security personnel, all of whom seemed oblivious to his presence. Even when he passed within half a meter of them, they acted as if he were invisible.
Upon leaving the station, he spotted an apple stand by the roadside, picked up an apple, and tossed a coin into the stall.
After walking for a while, he seemed to remember something, reached into his pocket, and took out a note:
"Baofeng District, Jingtan Road, Patrol Bureau Family Area, No. 53. After exiting the station, walk north along the Station Avenue, then turn west at the Caiyuan Street..."
The note provided detailed directions, followed by a suggestion to take the local tram or rickshaw for convenience, eliminating the need for navigation.
He seemed to disdain the suggestions, looked up, and walked out confidently.
At that moment, Chen Chuan had arrived at Instructor Wen's home, waiting for the recommender and examiner. He inquired about the examiner's identity.
Instructor Wen smiled, "He's a fighter, tracing his lineage back to the early days of the Pureline Sect. Having him as your recommender and examiner is most fitting."
"A fighter..." Chen Chuan's heart stirred, realizing that the Pureline Sect's strength had earned them such a recommender. He also felt the Sect's respect for him.
"Instructor, shouldn't we greet him?" Chen Chuan asked.
Instructor Wen shook his head, "His temperament is a bit peculiar; he doesn't like people greeting him. So, we'll just wait here."
Chen Chuan nodded.
However, they waited until 7 PM, and no one arrived.
According to Instructor Wen, the examiner's train should have arrived around 1 PM. Chen Chuan had called earlier, and there were no reports of train delays. Even with possible delays, the examiner should have arrived by now.
Instructor Wen didn't seem surprised. He smiled, "Let's wait a little longer."
Chen Chuan had a strange sense of deja vu.
They waited until nearly midnight, when the surrounding area was almost dark, except for their house. Footsteps approached from outside.
Instructor Wen smiled, "He's here."
Chen Chuan stood up and followed Instructor Wen out of the living room into the courtyard, where they saw a tall and thin man with a suitcase walking in.
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