My Job Is Quite Unique Chapter 104

Chapter 104: Everyone Knows

When stepping down from the high platform, Su Chen and Chu Xuan still stood side by side. They were silent, neither speaking nor looking at each other.

Returning to the training ground, the two separated, and Chu Yunze and the others, who had been waiting for a long time, quickly gathered around.

Pang Xingwen was the most impatient and repeatedly asked, “How is it? Did the Chief make an exception? Did he become a core seed?”

Chu Xuan’s face grew uglier, giving everyone a bad feeling.

He did not respond, and Pang Xingwen’s tone became more anxious: “Oh, speak up, are you trying to kill us with suspense!”

“Did you make it, or not, or not yet, or never? Give us a definite answer, please?”

“Shut up!” Chu Yunze couldn’t hold it in anymore, pushed Pang Xingwen away, and then comforted Chu Xuan: “There will be other opportunities in the future. You have a Mo Cui-level talent, and one day, you will receive the corresponding treatment.”

“It must be because of that Su Chen. He made it difficult for the Chief to make an exception.” Pang Xingwen leaned in again. Having received accurate news, he was no longer as anxious and did not show any disappointment.

“The Chief has agreed to make an exception.” Chu Xuan finally spoke, and even he was startled by his own voice, which was hoarse and grim.

“Agreed!?” Pang Xingwen’s face lit up with excitement. “Old Chu, you were right. The assessment is just a temporary gain or loss. The Chief has a long-term vision.”

The others also breathed a sigh of relief.

Chu Yunze hesitated, “What about Su Chen?”

Judging by Chu Xuan’s attitude, something must have happened on the high platform that made even the rare exception of becoming a core seed unable to make him happy.

“He’s also a core.” Chu Xuan said indifferently, pushing through the crowd and walking to the side, seemingly unwilling to speak further.

“What?” Pang Xingwen froze. “He became a core too?”

Chu Yunze wasn’t too surprised. “Su Chen performed exceptionally well. Either both are exceptional, or neither is. I thought it would be the latter, but I didn’t expect the Chief to be so bold.”

“Heh…” Pang Xingwen couldn’t help but sneer, “He’s really lucky. If it weren’t for Chu Xuan this year, he wouldn’t have become a core seed even with his strong performance.”

Everyone looked at each other. Although their predetermined goal had been achieved, they didn’t feel as excited.

…

Su Chen found Zhang Hengyu, who had already finished his assessment. He was breathing heavily, sitting on the ground.

He had also chosen the attack assessment. The assessment judge had just turned to leave, and his muscular upper body showed no traces of the effort.

Seeing Su Chen approach, he couldn’t help but smile bitterly. “Ugh, it’s really hard. I almost ended up in the Outer Court. Fortunately, I trained with you for two months, otherwise, it would have been hard to say.”

“My father told me before I came that it was a foregone conclusion, but I didn’t expect the difficulty to increase so much.”

Of course, he could also appreciate Su Chen’s terrifying strength. He had only just managed to squeeze into the Inner Court as an ordinary member with all his might.

But Su Chen, with seemingly effortless grace, became an Inner Court seed.

Su Chen looked around. The basic assessment hadn’t ended yet. On the small platforms temporarily set up in the training ground, some were attacking the mountain-like assessment judges with all their might.

Some stood still, being attacked, and others maneuvered skillfully in a small space, trying not to be caught.

The assessments for some special professions were even more diverse. Su Chen saw a guy whose body was almost transparent, and someone else was timing him with a stopwatch.

Among those who had already come down from the small platforms, some were beaming with joy, while others looked dejected.

Inner Court spots were limited; not everyone could enter the Inner Court. Some Canyi talents, because they hadn’t worked hard enough before, could only go to the Outer Court.

However, some brass talents, by diligently improving their professional development, managed to squeeze into the Inner Court.

These ordinary assessments had three chances. Some people would try again and again.

“Ah, I’m not reconciled!”

Someone roared, spitting blood, seemingly having used some stimulating method, but it had no effect. The assessment judge standing opposite them remained motionless, and they could only leave in disgrace.

Old Bai did not participate in this assessment. Her situation was special; she was directly an Inner Court seed.

“My sister is here.” Zhang Hengyu got up and walked out of the arena.

Du Yu and other acquaintances also gathered, waiting outside the arena. When they saw Su Chen coming, they burst into enthusiastic cheers.

“Mo Cui, that’s what Mo Cui does!” Du Yu clenched his fist, and although his words were domineering, his voice was very soft. “That guy was so arrogant when he entered the arena, thinking he was so powerful.”

Zhang Yunqing, wearing a judge’s uniform and with her hair pulled back, looked heroic and gazed at Su Chen with a complex expression.

She had naturally witnessed Su Chen’s display of power, and the shock she felt at the time was inexpressible to outsiders.

She estimated that she was no longer a match for Su Chen, and her heart felt a little numb.

“Su Chen…” she called out, “Ming Lin wants to meet you.”

“That Mo Cui-level core seed?” Su Chen couldn’t help but look over, recognizing that guy.

He and Zhang Hongbo were students of the second judge, so Zhang Yunqing and her brother naturally belonged to his faction.

“He thinks highly of you…” Zhang Yunqing said, but before she could finish, she saw Su Chen shake his head.

“It’s not asking you to follow him…” She quickly explained, “In the Tribunal, the forces are intricate and complex. Even if you want to remain neutral, others may not allow it.”

“For example, today, you probably offended Chu Xuan.”

“I know.” Su Chen shook his head, explaining nothing. “Let’s talk later.”

Zhang Yunqing was puzzled and wanted to say something more, but seeing Su Chen silent, perhaps due to a psychological effect or other reasons, she actually felt an indescribable authority emanating from him.

The words she originally wanted to say were swallowed back.

It wasn’t until the last person finished the assessment that Su Chen and Zhang Hengyu returned to the arena.

The crowd gradually settled down, with Su Chen, Chu Xuan, and the others still in the front row.

The person in charge looked down at the virtual screen and moved the microphone from his ear to his mouth.

“I announce that the Tribunal assessment is over!”

“A total of 316 members participated in this assessment, 112 members entered the Outer Court, 15 ordinary members entered the Inner Court, and 8 core seeds…”

As he announced, many people in the arena began to sob.

“There are actually more than 300 people…” Su Chen couldn’t help but think, “There are only 125 lower cities of Yingfeng in total, with one spot per city, making a total of 125 people. Even with exceptions, the total shouldn’t exceed 150.”

“That means all the remaining people are from Yingfeng itself. No wonder everyone wants to come to Yingfeng.”

And at this point, the person in charge paused, his expression subtly changing as he looked down at the virtual screen. He swallowed before loudly announcing:

“In addition, Chu Xuan, with Mo Cui talent, performed outstandingly in the assessment and can be made an exception as a core seed!”

With the loudspeakers set up around the training ground, everyone could hear clearly.

Chu Yunze and the others had already received the news, so they weren’t surprised. However, behind them, there was a clamor, and some people looked indignant.

“How can he become a core seed by exception? Didn’t Su Chen perform better than him?”

“Exactly! Why? If talent alone is enough, then why bother with an assessment?”

Someone had already spoken up. No one was not jealous of Chu Xuan, but no one dared to openly provoke him. However, they were bold enough to attack Chu Xuan while speaking up for Su Chen. “Silence! The announcement isn’t over yet!”

Amidst the discussions, the person in charge spoke again.

Everyone paused, surprised that the announcement wasn’t over yet.

The person in charge paused again, then said, “Su Chen, with Mo Cui talent, possesses a tenacious character and performed astonishingly in the assessment, qualifying him as a core seed!”

Silence!

The originally noisy training ground suddenly fell silent, and gazes from all directions converged.

“Tenacious character, astonishing performance…” Chu Xuan chewed on these words. These were not in his evaluation.

Don’t underestimate these comments; they represent the attitude of the high-level officials of the Tribunal.

He too is Mo Cui?!

Chu Yunze’s face changed several times, and his gaze lingered on Su Chen, wondering what he was thinking.

Pang Xingwen was like a chicken whose throat had been stuck, opening his mouth but unable to speak.

They knew Su Chen had become a core seed, but they thought it was only an exception because he was tied to Chu Xuan. They hadn’t expected Su Chen himself to have Mo Cui-level talent.

This meant that in terms of both strength and talent, Su Chen completely surpassed Chu Xuan!

The emotions of the crowd behind them became complex. The person they had originally championed and felt injustice for had suddenly received their rightful treatment, yet they were not excited, but rather felt very sour.

“What, another Mo Cui?”

“Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god!” Du Yu shouted, grabbing the collar of Zhu Mingxu next to him and refusing to let go. “Core seed, Old Su is also a core seed!”

“Mo Cui, Mo Cui, do you know what color that is? I’ve never even seen it!”

“No wonder…” Zhang Yunqing’s eyes were dazed, already understanding why Su Chen had asked her to wait.

The price of recruiting an Inner Court seed is naturally different from that of a core seed.

But when he was in Nanfeng, wasn’t he Crimson Gold?

“Assessment completed, all members who have entered the Tribunal, please report.”

The person in charge’s face was also slightly flushed. He knew what a stir the last two sentences he announced today would cause.

…

Since the establishment of the Tribunal, the number of core seeds has been fixed at four, and it has never changed.

But today, with one exception, two more were added.

As a colossal entity in Yingfeng, the Tribunal’s assessment naturally attracted attention, and thanks to advanced communication, news spread extremely quickly. Not long after it ended, it shook most of Yingfeng.

All sizes of institutions and forces in Yingfeng were in uproar, discussing it animatedly.

Core seeds are the highest-ranking group of people in the Tribunal.

Above them are the Judges. Ordinary judges can only gather around them to place their bets.

It’s even said that some Judges will personally participate in placing bets.

“Well, well, two Mo Cui’s, and one who can send an “Iron Plate Guard” flying with maximum development. The new recruits this year are abnormally strong, aren’t they?”

“If you count carefully, all three Mo Cui-level talents are from the lower cities. What’s going on? Where are our talents from Yingfeng?”

…

After the assessment, most people left. Outer Court members could not live in the Tribunal and had to return home.

Inner Court members, however, had designated residences and could move in today.

“Really not going to have a celebration party? We still want to celebrate with you.” Du Yu and the others gathered around Su Chen, as did Zhu Mingxu and others, who stood a little further away, not as familiar with Su Chen as Du Yu, but still showing anticipation.

This group of people had already decided to stay in Yingfeng, and forming good relationships with the core seeds of the Tribunal would bring untold benefits in the future.

Meanwhile, a few judges in the distance glared at them disapprovingly. Some Outer Court personnel had already left, but these guys were still lingering.

They wanted to go up and drive them away, but seeing Su Chen standing in the center, they decided to turn a blind eye.

Before Su Chen could respond, he heard someone call, “Su Chen…”

It was Gu Bing, her eyes filled with an unspeakable admiration, as she approached. “Old Xia asked me to inform you that he’s waiting for you in the Tribunal.”

“Apologies, everyone.” Su Chen shrugged. Du Yu didn’t mind; he was familiar with Su Chen and had his contact information. As for the others, they were clearly disappointed.

“Please help me bring some clothes from the hotel and check out of the room. I won’t be going back.” Su Chen handed his room card to Du Yu, asking him to make the trip.

“No problem.” Du Yu patted his chest, guaranteeing it, and then left with the others.

“Let’s go.” Su Chen followed Gu Bing, with Zhang Hengyu and Zhang Yunqing trailing behind.

“Su Chen…” Suddenly someone approached, one of the ordinary Inner Court members who hadn’t left yet, with a buzz cut. He seemed quite exhausted from the assessment. “Would it be convenient to exchange contact information?”

“Alright.” Su Chen thought for a moment. He hadn’t seen this person at Chu Xuan’s banquet that night, so he exchanged contact information with him.

“Du Ruoyu.” He gave his name, looking very sincere. “If you ever need help, just let me know.”

And some people who were still observing in the distance also gathered around. Some were very familiar with this kind of social interaction, and casually exchanged contact information with Su Chen while chatting and laughing.

Others were quite hesitant, embarrassed to say flattering words.

Su Chen, however, always wore a spring-like smile on his face, regardless of the attitude of the person who approached him. It took him more than ten minutes to deal with everyone.

Gu Bing stood beside him, not urging him.

Zhang Yunqing’s thoughts were even more complicated. These individuals who could enter the Inner Court would not have lower achievements than her in the future.

“Wait a little longer, there will probably be more people coming to visit.” Seeing that Su Chen was almost finished socializing, Gu Bing stepped forward and smiled, explaining to him:

“Every core seed will gather a considerable force around them.”

“They invest in the next Chief Judge to gain future benefits, and the core seeds also need them to help with tasks and exchange resources.”

There are many trivial matters that core seeds cannot personally handle, wasting both energy and time.

The party left the training ground and headed deeper into the Tribunal. Gu Bing carefully introduced him, “The four core seeds have maintained a balanced格局 for many years. Everyone has to choose a side.”

“Chu Xuan started recruiting before the assessment to catch those people off guard.”

Gu Bing’s words clearly carried a hint of regret. “But Old Xia, I don’t know what he was thinking, hiding your talent to this extent, and losing the opportunity.”

“And that Yuan Chenyang, he took such a big loss and didn’t say a word.”

Hiding his talent?

Gu Bing must think I was originally Mo Cui, but Xia Hanshi concealed it, Su Chen muttered to himself.

The last time Xia Hanshi took him to test his talent, Gu Bing was also present. Now, she probably thinks Old Xia used some method to mask his specific talent.

(End of this chapter)