There is nothing wrong with the training method of the Justice Messenger

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Chapter 69 Two Choices

"Is this okay?"

"That'll do."

"……Oh."

Li Nian looked down at the box containing the Exorcist's Qualification Certificate thoughtfully, and seeing him like that, Jianshan snorted in dissatisfaction.

"Your reaction is so dull? Can't you act happier? I got you the qualification certificate you've always wanted, okay?"

“No, I am quite happy…”

But how to say it.

Although Li Nian had been looking forward to this before, after the incident with the Old Rat Group, Isayama seemed to have recognized Li Nian's ability and had agreed to help him figure out these things at that time. Li Nian estimated that he would be able to get it soon, but today, when this thing actually came into his hands, he felt that it was just so-so.

Maybe it's because it came so easily, as if Isayama had just said a word and it seemed not that important.

But this is certainly not the case. This qualification certificate is very meaningful to Li Nian. It means that he has officially become an exorcist and has legitimately stepped into the world over there.

The most important practical significance is how his life will change after that.

There will undoubtedly be more related work for him to do, and correspondingly, there will be more income.

It may be a bit short-sighted to think of only so much, but for Li Nian, these are the two most important points.

"Forget it. Anyway, I am an exorcist now, right? So let's talk about the real thing. What's next?"

"After that?" Isayama tilted his head.

"The person in front of you is a complete newbie, the kind that knows nothing. Are you going to explain workplace rules and job content to him?"

Li Nian reminded him helplessly, and Jianshan clapped his hands in sudden realization, figuring out what Li Nian was asking.

"Ah, after that... I do have to routinely ask you about your own intentions."

"intention?"

"Hmm, wait, let me think..." Isayama paused, took some time to recall the relevant information he knew, sorted it out for a while before continuing: "Basically, newcomers have two options after becoming exorcists. One is to enter the Onmyoji system and be under the jurisdiction and arrangements of the bureau..."

"So-called civil servants?"

"The actual situation is a little different, but I think it's pretty much what you understand." Isayama pointed at his face and said, "By the way, I am one of these people."

Li Nian looked at him in surprise. "How old are you and you've become a civil servant..."

"You sound like you're too old!" Isayama rolled his eyes at him unhappily, "Have you forgotten that you're in front of a senior?"

“…No.” Li Nian looked away.

He is a reincarnation, and in his heart he really does regard the high school students around him as his younger brothers and sisters. He usually pays attention to his words, but sometimes he can't help but show it unconsciously.

"You mentioned civil servants before." Isayama didn't pay much attention and continued: "It is true that after choosing this and joining the Onmyoji Bureau, you will be one of the employees and will receive a monthly salary."

"But correspondingly, you have the obligation to obey your superiors' orders. For example..."

Isayama smiled sweetly and gestured with his fingers.

"It's like when you're sleeping soundly in the middle of the night and a phone call wakes you up and tells you to run to the other side of Japan. You have to get up and leave immediately, and then go to fight with an ancient tree that has been corroded by spiritual energy and turned into a demon with a groggy head. You can't complain even if you're beaten half to death."

"...What a specific example. It sounds like you have a lot of complaints?"

"I strongly recommend you to choose this direction~~"

"Are you recommending that I suffer the same pain as you?" Li Nian shook his head helplessly: "I understand what you said. Rights come with inevitable obligations. I can understand... But isn't it the same for all exorcists? Are there other directions to choose from?"

This is the impression Li Nian has of exorcists. He assumes that they are all under the jurisdiction of the Onmyoji Bureau and obey orders. But after listening to Isayama's statement, it seems that there is a second option.

"Of course there is." Isayama nodded: "That is to choose not to join the Onmyoji Bureau and become a free and independent exorcist."

A free exorcist who is not under official jurisdiction.

"Is it possible?" Li Nian was shocked.

"Of course it can be done that way." Isayama smiled bitterly, not knowing what he was thinking of. "It's no secret that many exorcists are unwilling to join the bureau and be under unified management and dispatch. They choose to act as free men."

Official and unofficial.

Li Nian suddenly realized that he had been having a misunderstanding in his thinking.

He held the box up to his eyes and squinted at it.

"So, this is just a qualification..."

"That's right. The Exorcist Qualification Certificate is proof that you are qualified to participate in the spiritual disaster exorcism."

As long as one has enough ability, one can obtain the qualification certificate of an exorcist. As for whether to join the Onmyoji Bureau after that, that is another matter.

Li Nian narrowed his eyes and thought about it, then continued to ask.

"If I choose to become a free man, dealing with spiritual disasters will be compulsory labor?"

"Not really." Isayama shook his head. "Exorcists are always in short supply. Individuals have different abilities and areas of expertise. Spiritual disasters will be communicated to independent exorcists in the form of commissions, and there will be corresponding remuneration. If you are willing, there will be no shortage of work for you."

"Oh... is that so?"

Li Nian stroked his chin, and Jianshan knew from his expression that he preferred this direction to joining the hall - just as she had guessed.

"But I still recommend you to join the Onmyoji Bureau." Isayama said seriously: "I don't know where your abilities come from, and I'm not interested in exploring your little secrets. But one thing is certain, you don't come from a family, and you don't have connections in the industry, and no one cares about you. If you join the Onmyoji Bureau, you will get more resource support, have the opportunity to meet more people, have more stability, more income, and more comprehensive protection."

“For example, medical subsidies for being beaten half to death?” Li Nian joked.

"There is also funeral allowance if someone is beaten to death." Isayama answered seriously.

"Oh, that sounds good."

"So you choose to join us?"

Li Nian knew that what Isayama said made sense, and joining the Onmyoji Bureau was the safest choice.

“But I still can’t.”

"……Why?"

"If there is no better option, being a civil servant is also good, but if there is, then of course I will choose the better one."

Li Nian shrugged. He understood the pros and cons of choosing either direction, but he had already made his own choice.

Becoming a free exorcist is the best choice for him.

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Chapter 70 Renters

Seeing that Li Nian had made up his mind, Jianshan stopped persuading him and told him to remember to keep his phone turned on and open for calls that might come at any time.

After listening to her, Li Nian could probably imagine what the situation would be like in the future and couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Perhaps no matter whether he chooses to join the Onmyoji Bureau and become a civil servant, he cannot escape the fate of being woken up by a phone call in the middle of the night when he is sleeping soundly.

Isayama handed the qualification certificate to Li Nian and gave him some instructions. Then he watched Li Nian put the box containing the exorcist qualification certificate back into his pocket and suddenly changed the subject to another topic.

"And one more thing."

"Ok?"

What else? Li Nian cast a doubtful look and saw that Jianshan's expression was more serious and solemn than before.

"Regarding the follow-up of the Old Rat Group incident."

Li Nian was stunned, then frowned.

"Is there any follow-up?"

"It involves some confidential information. Before I get authorization, I can't tell you the details. But I must remind you that you must be careful these days."

"What are you careful about?"

"Be careful of possible retaliation."

Li Nian understood what she said.

"Are you talking about the retaliation from the old Rat Group... No, those are small fry who can't cause any trouble. Are you talking about the guy that the old guy calls Yuyuko?

Isayama nodded.

Li Nian stroked his chin and thought for a while, then he figured everything out. He did have some concerns in his heart.

Kidomaru and the mice came to find Li Nian. They looked down on him at first and did not take him seriously when talking to him. They revealed a lot of information and even told Li Nian that they came to him just to take out his heart and give it to the Lord named Yuyuko as a tonic. Their words revealed their awe and admiration for him.

Regardless of what those weak mice were like, the old man named Kidomaru was a person who had actually stabbed the knife into his own heart. He was very powerful. Li Nian had experienced it personally. He couldn't imagine how dangerous a person who was feared and admired by such an old man could be.

And from what they said, the mice wanted to join Yuyuko's army in exchange for Li Nian's heart... This guy called Yuyuko probably represents not just an individual, but an organization.

Li Nian killed Gui Tong Wan, which undoubtedly caused him to have a grudge with the organization behind him. He must have been targeted by the other party. How strong would their retaliation be...

Isayama knows more about the name "Yuyuko" than Li Nian, and understands his current dangerous situation better than Li Nian.

"But you don't have to worry too much." Isayama comforted him, "Besides some people from the Onmyoji and Metropolitan Police Department, only one person knew about the situation at the time. If we don't make it public, it may not be traced back to you."

Li Nian looked at her speechlessly. He didn't know how many people there were from the Onmyoji Bureau and part of the Metropolitan Police Department. He didn't feel the slightest sense of security from her words.

Of course, he also understands that those involved have the corresponding professional qualities and will do a good job of maintaining confidentiality.

"But you said there's someone else who knows? Someone other than the Onmyoji and the Metropolitan Police Department?"

"He's not a big-mouthed person..." Isayama paused here, tapped his lips and tilted his head, thought for a moment, and added: "Probably?"

“You actually added an approximate…”

Li Nian had given up hope that the secret could be kept secret and not leaked out, and sighed.

"Forget it. It doesn't matter even if someone comes to my door."

Anyway, when it really comes to that point, no matter how many enemies come, just kill them all.

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After school, Li Nian got off work. Since she had an appointment with a potential tenant to discuss the price, she did not return to Sakurasou and went directly to the agreed meeting place.

Come to the place mentioned on the phone.

Li Nian looked up at the big red lanterns hanging high in front of him. On the courtyard-style gate hung a wooden plaque with the words "Cui Xiang Lou" written on it.

This is a Chinese restaurant. The other party arranged to come out at this time and deliberately chose such a restaurant to set up the dinner, which seemed to be an attempt to please Li Nian.

In his opinion, there was no need to go to such great lengths and be so serious. In fact, any place would be fine. The other party seemed to have known something about Li Nian, but he, Li Nian, still didn't even know the other party's name... Anyway, they would know when they met.

To be honest, it’s in the private room of Shanghai Residence.

Li Nian entered the store, asked the waiter, got a general direction, went up to the second floor, walked along the aisle, and moved his eyes over the doorplate, searching.

"Shanhaiju... Shanhaiju... where is it?"

There was a T-shaped two-way corner in front. Li Nian walked over and was about to turn when she suddenly felt something and stopped. The next moment, a petite figure rushed out. Li Nian was about to collide with her if he did not stop.

She walked straight forward and did not notice Li Nian on the side of the road, but when Li Nian saw her profile, he couldn't help but call out her name in surprise.

"Gogen-san?"

When the girl heard the voice, she stopped subconsciously, turned around and saw Li Nian. She couldn't help but widen her eyes and stood there in a daze.

Yes, this girl is Ruri Gokou.

Neither of them expected to meet here and they were stunned for a moment.

Li Nian was the first to react and came back to his senses. He raised his hand and greeted as if nothing had happened.

"Oh, what a coincidence."

As he spoke, he looked at the girl. At this time, Wu Geng was not wearing the school uniform, nor was she wearing the black outfit she wore at the book signing event that day. Instead, she was wearing a simple gray dress.

It was the first time that Li Nian saw Wu Geng dressed in casual clothes. She felt that such a girl unexpectedly gave people a gentle and graceful impression...

Just as he thought of this, he saw Wu Geng frowning and muttering, "Dad said... could it be..."

"Hmm?" Li Nian didn't quite understand.