My Job Is Quite Unique Chapter 103

第103章 開發度50 風甲

On the corner table, there were two spherical objects, which were the detection devices.

The person in charge next to them left after bringing the men in.

“Good… good…”

The first to speak was Xia Hanshi, who was in the best mood among the group, but his gaze wasn’t on Su Chen, but rather on Chu Xuan.

“As expected of a Mo Cui-level talent, rare in the world. In Yingfeng, up until today, the number of Mo Cui-level talents that have appeared is few and far between.”

Xia Hanshi was aloof and usually didn’t praise anyone, rarely even smiling, but now he was repeatedly praising Chu Xuan.

“The assessment judge is a Tier 2 Rock Guard, already at 100%, yet you were able to push him back more than ten meters. Remarkable…”

However, the more Xia Hanshi spoke, the uglier Chu Xuan’s expression became. He knew very well that the strength of their performances could be discerned by everyone at a glance.

The more he was praised, the more powerful Su Chen, who far surpassed him, appeared.

Killing, and also heart-killing… Su Chen watched as the donkey-faced old man’s face grew darker. He guessed this fellow was Wei Yinsuo, Chu Xuan’s teacher.

The other judges also looked a bit strange.

“Sixth…” Chong Jingtian cleared his throat, finding it hard to watch.

Sixth… Su Chen’s eyelids twitched. He suddenly remembered that Xia Hanshi was also the Sixth Judge.

In the past, he used to address other judges as “Old X”, but hearing this somewhat familiar term, which in his previous life represented “cunning”, Su Chen couldn’t help but look at Xia Hanshi.

It fits quite well… he muttered.

“Seeing a Mo Cui-level talent, I was momentarily overjoyed to meet such a talent.” No one believed Xia Hanshi’s explanation. Chong Jingtian pretended not to hear and scanned Su Chen and Chu Xuan, nodding slightly:

“It’s been many years since the Tribunal has seen talents like you two. High talent, and also resilient enough to endure loneliness…” The Chief Justice praised them perfunctorily.

“This is also thanks to Yingfeng and the Tribunal, who have provided us with a sufficiently safe and stable environment for growth.”

Su Chen wasn’t sure about the relationship between the Chief Justice and Xia Hanshi, so he replied in a noncommittal way.

“Old Fourth was right before, since they are talents, exceptions should be made. People like Chu Xuan, who appear only once every few years, should receive better treatment.” Xia Hanshi suddenly said, “I support Chu Xuan becoming a core seed.”

The main event is coming… Su Chen understood in his heart. Judging by Old Xia’s tone, he could probably infer that, before the assessment began, these judges had already discussed whether to make an exception.

Old Xia must have been against it, but now Su Chen’s performance surpassed Chu Xuan’s. If Chu Xuan could become a core seed, what about him?

Chu Xuan, who had been bowing his head, looked up slightly, but there was no excitement on his face, because his teacher’s expression remained grim.

Chong Jingtian pondered, while the other judges furrowed their brows.

“Old Third, what do you say?” Xia Hanshi called out to Yuan Poshan.

The judge looked at Su Chen with heartache, then reluctantly nodded: “Indeed, Xia Hanshi makes sense.”

“What about Su Chen?” Wei Yinsuo interrupted, saying in a deep voice, “If Chu Xuan is to become a core seed, should Su Chen also become a core seed?”

“If Su Chen also becomes a core seed, other Crimson Gold-level talents will certainly be eager to move.”

Xia Hanshi had deliberately ignored Su Chen, insisting on making an exception for Chu Xuan first, but Wei Yinsuo was unwilling to see this happen.

Xia Hanshi’s eyes immediately turned cold. “Old Fourth, don’t be ungrateful. Everyone can clearly see your student’s performance. If he’s qualified, isn’t Su Chen qualified?”

Upon hearing this, Chu Xuan subconsciously clenched his hands, then released them, restraining his emotions.

This guy will definitely hold a grudge against me and Old Xia… Su Chen understood in his heart, but he didn’t mind. If he wanted to compete, he would inevitably offend people.

He could only blame Chu Xuan himself for not producing overwhelming achievements to silence others.

Wei Yinsuo gritted his teeth and said, “Temporary performance doesn’t mean anything. Your student is only Crimson Gold after all. If an exception is made for him, it simply won’t convince others.”

“By then, all the seeds in the inner court will be vying for core positions.”

As his gaze drifted towards Chu Xuan, it also carried a hint of resentment. If Chu Xuan had been a little stronger, he wouldn’t have to waste so much breath.

Xia Hanshi was impolite: “Then let them compete. How many Crimson Gold talents, like Su Chen today, have there been in the entire history of the Tribunal?”

“Old Fourth also has a point…” The only female judge spoke, “To announce an exception, one must silence others. Crimson Gold-level talent is not enough.”

Yuan Poshan frowned, a hint of hesitation on his face, but he still spoke: “Given Chu Xuan’s performance today, it’s hard to convince others to overlook Su Chen.”

“It’s just momentary, one must look at the long term. The final gap between Crimson Gold and Mo Cui could be one or even two tiers.”

More judges joined the discussion, but overall, they still did not approve of making an exception for Crimson Gold, even for a dual Crimson Gold.

“I’m putting it out there today…” Xia Hanshi suddenly interrupted everyone, his cold and dark gaze sweeping around: “If no exceptions are made today, then no exceptions will be made at all. If exceptions are made, then all exceptions will be made!”

“Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”

The murderous intent was palpable!

The many judges, who had been chattering earlier, now fell silent. Even though their eyes showed dissatisfaction, after Xia Hanshi’s declaration, no one wanted to be the one to speak out.

Tsk… this is Old Xia’s power, Su Chen secretly thought. No wonder his reputation is so bad, yet he can still sit firmly in his position as judge.

“What are you going to do?” Chong Jingtian’s face was expressionless, “Are you going to betray the court?”

Xia Hanshi’s voice was deep and steady: “If the Tribunal is unjust, can it still be called the Tribunal? If it cannot be called the Tribunal, then how can there be talk of betraying it?”

Su Chen secretly gave Old Xia a thumbs up.

Chong Jingtian took a deep breath, his gaze moving back and forth between Su Chen and Chu Xuan, finally settling on Chu Xuan, and he sighed almost imperceptibly.

Is Su Chen too strong, leading to his current dilemma?

The strong are certainly innocent, so the only one to blame is Chu Xuan for not being strong enough.

Chu Xuan’s breathing grew heavier again, and he lowered his head.

“In that case, no exception will be made for now.” Chong Jingtian made the decision. To maintain stability, the Chief decided not to make an exception.

Chu Xuan exhaled, actually having anticipated this, but hearing it confirmed still left him somewhat unwilling.

Wei Yinsuo’s expression was also grim, but he heard the Chief still had something more to say.

“However…” As expected, Chong Jingtian’s tone shifted, “You can be designated as reserve candidates. If you show outstanding performance and can convince others to make an exception, then you can be promoted to core seeds.”

An exception was made, yet it wasn’t, as if an exception was made!

Su Chen understood that the Chief actually wanted Chu Xuan to become a core seed.

The reason might not be against him or Xia Hanshi, but simply because of Chu Xuan’s talent.

As those judges said, later on, a gap of one tier would be hard to make up for with even many Crimson Gold-level talents.

It’s just that Chu Xuan dragged down the group and couldn’t convince everyone.

Xia Hanshi showed some displeasure, but he also knew that this was the most that could be done; Chong Jingtian was still being fair.

“Chief…” Su Chen spoke, asking, “If I also had Mo Cui talent, would I be able to convince everyone to make an exception?”

“Nonsense.” Wei Yinsuo sneered, assuming Su Chen was unwilling. “Sigh…” Xia Hanshi sighed, his eyes drooping, yet exuding a terrifying aura. The surrounding air was warped by the intense heat. “Old Fourth, does a simple question make you so agitated?”

Wei Yinsuo paused, grunted coldly, but retreated a step.

“Don’t worry about it…” Chong Jingtian’s attitude was very gentle and reassuring: “Talent is just a way of measurement. What the future holds still depends on oneself; you may not necessarily be weaker than others.”

This was not deception; talent was merely a theoretical way to predict the future.

It’s just that those with a theoretical limit of Tier 5 are always more valued than those with a theoretical limit of Tier 3.

But he had seen countless people who fell by the wayside, or squandered their talent, ultimately leading to a life of mediocrity.

“Work hard…” he encouraged, “the assessment isn’t over yet, you two can leave first.”

“Understood.” Su Chen nodded thoughtfully, his gaze turning to the talent detection device placed nearby.

In the panel, the two large characters “Job Change” vanished like flowing light.

【Saint job change successful, acquired job ability—Saint Stance: Skill proficiency acquisition rate increased by 50%】

Chu Xuan had already turned around, and Chong Jingtian had already turned his gaze to the training ground below.

However, Yuan Poshan’s eyes moved. He saw Su Chen walk to a corner and stretch out his hand.

“Talent detection device? What does he want to do…” Yuan Poshan hesitated, then his pupils suddenly constricted.

“Hmm?” Chong Jingtian noticed the commotion and turned around in surprise.

Chu Xuan heard the commotion and had already turned his head, his face suddenly changing drastically, unbelievable: “This… this… this…”

The detection device in Su Chen’s hand was emitting a black light, with a faint greenish hue around the edges, constantly rippling.

This was not black, but a deep cyan.

“Mo Cui!”

“Is it really Mo Cui!?”

“Physical or mental?”

The many judges suddenly rose, their eyes filled with shock and bewilderment.

“How is that possible!” Wei Yinsuo exclaimed, incredulous.

Xia Hanshi reacted the fastest, darting in front of Su Chen. Despite his own surprise, his lips had already stretched into that characteristic ugly smile.

In the room, it was silent. Su Chen subtly scanned his surroundings.

If Chong Jingtian could guarantee that no exceptions would be made today, and Chu Xuan would not become a core seed in the future, then the large forces gathered around him would disperse.

Given that it also involved Wei Yinsuo, a judge, and would cause greater losses to the other party, Su Chen wouldn’t mind hiding it for a while.

However, since Chong Jingtian’s words did not completely close the door, and Chu Xuan still had hope, the forces gathered by the other party would probably not be lost.

Given that, what’s a reserve or not a reserve, let’s not waste time.

“It’s actually Mo Cui!?” Yuan Poshan couldn’t help but furiously scold: “How on earth did that rebellious disciple Yuan Chenyang handle things?!”

“Such an important matter, and he didn’t report it to me?!”

The judge clutched his heart, the loss was too great, too great!

He could accept the loss of one or even two Crimson Gold, after all, it had already happened, and Yuan Chenyang had obtained the position of City Lord.

But Mo Cui was completely different, and Su Chen’s performance was also outstanding.

He wanted to regret it, but after glancing at the thin Xia Hanshi, he had to hold it back, indignant: “Old Sixth, oh Old Sixth, you’ve hidden it well. A Mo Cui-level talent, and you left him in Yingfeng for so long without bothering to care!”

“Mo Cui?”

After his initial astonishment, Chong Jingtian revealed a satisfied smile, becoming even more genial: “What a mischievous boy, excellent, excellent, excellent indeed!”

He repeated “excellent” three times, showing how pleased the Chief Justice was.

However, he quickly added, “It is a blessing for Yingfeng to discover two Mo Cui-level talents this time. In this case, no one will object to making an exception and allowing you to become core seeds.”

This was obviously to comfort Chu Xuan, but the proud son of heaven, who should have been radiating brilliance, found it difficult to even force a smile to acknowledge the Chief Judge’s concern.

Adored by all, valued by the chief, and made an exception to become a core seed.

These were all the scenarios he had envisioned, and things were progressing as he expected until Su Chen struck that blow during the assessment.

But after that blow, everything changed.

Now, even though he had become a core seed, in a sense, he owed it to Su Chen.

Wei Yinsuo felt the same way, but his cultivation of composure was clearly better than Chu Xuan’s. Regardless, the goal had been achieved.

Among the harmonious atmosphere, another person came to the high platform, holding another talent detection device.

“You two, test again.” Chong Jingtian’s expression remained cordial, “To avoid any discrepancies.”

He doesn’t trust me, and he didn’t ask Chu Xuan to test again just now. Su Chen understood his thoughts.

Chong Jingtian looked amiable, but Su Chen’s sudden revelation, and the fact that the talent detection device in the room wasn’t arranged by him personally, naturally led to some suspicion.

More crucially, there was an anomaly in the Tribunal’s data. He was also pondering whether it was intentionally hidden or developed later.

Xia Hanshi’s expression wasn’t very good, but he didn’t say anything.

However, there were no surprises; both Chu Xuan and Su Chen emitted two dark green pillars of light.

Chong Jingtian nodded, pleased: “Chu Xuan has a physical talent, and Su Chen has a mental talent. Good, good indeed…”

“Su Chen’s physical talent is also Crimson Gold.” Xia Hanshi reminded him.

Chong Jingtian was slightly stunned, then realized and nodded: “Indeed, his future is even more promising.”

Since their height is the same, then they compare breadth, and this time Chu Xuan is truly a step behind.

And at the same time, the other judges, who had not been particularly fond of him, now showed gentle smiles, even forcing a few to Xia Hanshi.

“Su Chen, you and I still have a connection. In the future…” Yuan Poshan had barely spoken two sentences when Xia Hanshi, with an unpleasant expression, pulled him away.

“Go down first. After the assessment, we will announce this matter to the public.” Chong Jingtian waved his hand.

Su Chen and Chu Xuan then left.

Watching the two leave, Chong Jingtian couldn’t help but say, “It’s rare to have three Mo Cui-level talents in my Tribunal on the same day.”

“The stagnant water of the inner court is finally going to stir up some waves.”

(End of this chapter)