Godslayer: A random filename extension?

Lin Linyi:ˉ\_(ツ)_/ˉ

I don't understand. Oh well, I'm hungry after a long day. Eating is the priority.

Come to think of it, he hasn't eaten almost anything all day.

When they arrived at Lin Qiye's aunt's house again, they saw the black sports car still parked on the side of the road, and then... four security guards with buzz cuts standing straight guarding the place.

He hadn't planned to greet them, but one of the people saw Lin Linhou and immediately turned around and walked over to him, handing him a small leather notebook.

"Driver's license? Mine?"

Lin Linhou was even more confused. What was this sudden driver's license all about? He thought to himself, "I've never even passed the test. Are you officials breaking the law by issuing fake licenses?"

[Don't even think about it, I did it for you. While you were diligently making pancakes, I was experimenting and tried to hack into their network. I found it quite easy. Since we were already here, I helped you change some document information and also applied for a replacement driver's license.]

"But if you do this, any interested person or official investigation will easily tell that it's a fake document, right?"

[Well, let's see if they'll turn a blind eye. The fact that they personally sent someone to deliver the documents so quickly already speaks volumes about their attitude and their answer, doesn't it?]

[Anyway, since you can drive, it doesn't matter if you waste time going through that process, and they implicitly approved of my actions; otherwise, they should have just deleted the information instead of actually issuing a new driver's license.]

Lin Linhou: (,,?? . ??,,)

I couldn't refute it, so I decided to let it go and eat.

"What a coincidence, Brother Lin! You just got back from work too? You're right on time."

Just as Lin Linhou was about to go upstairs, Lin Qiye ran back, also drenched in sweat.

Actually, Lin Linhou was in a similar situation originally. After all, it was a hot day, and he had been making pancakes and other snacks for more than an hour. But now, most of his sweat was from the cold sweat he had just gotten from riding the flying car.

"Well, I was invited, so naturally I couldn't be late. What's going on with you? Did you run a marathon after school?"

The school is just a short walk from here, isn't it? Theoretically, Lin Qiye should have been home by the time he even met Lingdang at the orphanage gate.

Why are you only coming back now, carrying your schoolbag and covered in sweat?

Only after asking did I learn that Lin Qiye had gone to look for Zhao Kongcheng after school, but he had searched almost everywhere he could think of and still couldn't find the uncle.

"It's okay, take your time looking, no need to rush. After all, according to the usual practice, if you are really the kind of highly sought-after talent they are talking about, they shouldn't give up on recruiting you so easily. I guess even if you don't go to them, they will come looking for you again soon."

Lin Linhou comforted the boy in front of him for a couple of minutes, and then the two went upstairs together to go home.

And then, this reunion happened really quickly.

Zhao Kongcheng: Hi~ you two, long time no see.

Lin Qiye: ...

Lin Linhou: ...

"Damn it, you've been searching high and low, only to find it effortlessly, haven't you?"

Lin Qiye, who was in the room, gritted his teeth. Lin Linhou, however, felt that it was strange for Lin Qiye to use this poem or proverb at this time.

Then Zhao Kongcheng looked at Lin Linhou with a speechless expression and a complicated look.

They originally thought the other person was a genius boy with a tragic past and an unhappy life.

Damn it, maybe that was true before, but today the other party's information was suddenly updated!

The other party's identity suddenly seemed to have become someone they couldn't reach. Even their 136th squad had just received instructions to cooperate with the other party's "security squad" for special protection operations in case of special needs.

Damn, his recruitment plan has only just begun, and this young man is already showing signs of becoming his boss.

With a bunch of life-saving connections from military region leaders, army commanders, ministers, and section chiefs, Zhao Kongcheng had almost no doubt that if this young man "abandoned his literary pursuits for military service," his military rank would rise incredibly fast.

Even if you don't want to think that "studying medicine can't save the world," you don't need to join the Night Watch.

If all else fails, joining the army as a military doctor is also an option.

As the saying goes, what is the most important condition within the system?

Is it about competence? No, no, no. No matter how strong your ability is, it's not something to be proud of. Even if you are very capable, can you be better than two people or three people by yourself? Can you be better than a team?

Moreover, competence can be cultivated and replaced; the system has no shortage of capable people.

So what you need most to succeed in the system is how to demonstrate your abilities, and whether others are willing to give you the opportunity and platform to do so.

In other words, it's about connections and background. Without that, no matter how capable you are, you'll never reach a high position in your entire life.

Therefore, one needs to build relationships based on ability, and then leverage those relationships to showcase one's abilities. After all, the pie is only so big, and there are only so many positions, so who wouldn't want to compete for them? Who wouldn't want themselves or their children to sit in those positions?

Just like a wealthy person, it's almost impossible for them to suddenly meet a very capable young person and give away their wealth for free, unless that young person has already won over his daughter.

Competition within the system is even more so; it often takes the efforts of several generations to gradually reach the top.

The result is that this effect is so flashy!

It doesn't matter, it's all about saving a life, snatching a favor from the jaws of death.

It is said that Captain Chen Muye was called by his old superior a few hours ago to "comfort" him, asking what happened to their 136 team, that such an important national treasure-level talent had encountered a mysterious event in the jurisdiction, resulting in mental trauma, amnesia, and homelessness.

Damn it! It feels like a disaster fell from the sky!

Then there's the other person's net worth. It's said that this rich person contributes a little, that rich person contributes a little, and when you add them all up, they're practically on the rich list.

How can there be such a huge gap in people's circumstances?

Zhao Kongcheng: Damn it, the clown is myself.

Sure enough, my first impression of the other person yesterday was correct.

What are you pretending to be, you poor, working-class guy?

Lin Linhou: ?_? ? ?

"Why has Uncle Zhao been staring at me with such a complicated and distorted look since the beginning? Is there something strange or dirty on my face?"

Lin Linhou nudged Lin Qiye beside him and turned to ask in a low voice.

"No, brother, your face is very clean, even very fair."

Lin Linhou looked back at Uncle Zhao in front of him.

I thought to myself, that's really strange. If there's nothing on my face, why is the other person staring at me?

"You two are on good terms now?"

Zhao Kongcheng originally thought he would only see Lin Qiye today, but how come Lin Linhou is here too?

Moreover, both of them looked like they had engaged in strenuous exercise.

"It's so-so. Last night I just became Lin Linhou's sworn brother... oh no, I mean the same surname... no, that's not right either."

"In short, last night, I recognized him as my elder brother."

Lin Linhou thought for a moment and nodded, seemingly remembering this incident.

Zhao Kongcheng: ... ('?') ...

You're quite the expert at recognizing older brothers, aren't you? Your luck is truly incredible.

After all, last night, Lin Linhou was indeed just an ordinary, lonely man, albeit a delivery guy with a slightly higher level of education.

This is practically equivalent to you recognizing a beggar as your big brother one day, and the next day your beggar big brother ascends to the throne.

So, it seems a bit embarrassing for him to have these tens of thousands of yuan with him today.

Otherwise, wouldn't the other side feel a sense of "thank you to the beggar for the carnival gift"?

"By the way, Uncle Zhao, about the topic of joining the Night Watch yesterday..."

"I know, I know, I won't try to persuade you to join. Protecting your family and protecting everyone is the same; no one is more noble or great than anyone else."

"But I think..."

“I understand, I understand. I’ve already reported that you’re missing, and no one will come here to try to persuade you anymore.”

"Actually, I want to say..."

"It's alright. Talent is certainly important, but when summarizing, we must respect everyone's personal choices."

Lin Qiye: (' - ' * ) Can't you let people finish speaking?

Lin Linhou: 6

"I mean"

"Yes, yes, it's human nature, we night watchmen aren't like that either..."

"Stop! Let me finish what I have to say!"

Lin Qiye slammed his fist on the desk, interrupting his opponent's rapid-fire speech.

Zhao Kongcheng: ( ′?灬?｀ )

"Xiao Qi! What's wrong? What was that noise just now?"

"It's nothing, Auntie! A really thick book on the high bookshelf accidentally fell onto the table!"

"It's good that you're alright. I've told you before that thick books should be placed in a low position."

"Okay! I remember! This is just sorting out and throwing away some of the thick and useless Braille books."

After Lin Qiye finished his loud conversation with his aunt across the door, he took a deep breath and looked at Zhao Kongcheng.

"You speak, I won't say anything."

Zhao Kongcheng will definitely not interrupt this time.

"Let's talk about the Night's Watch's benefits, mainly in terms of salary and special care for family members. If it's suitable, I think I could join the Night's Watch."

Zhao Kongcheng: ? (′?_?`)?

"What? What did you say?"

Zhao Kongcheng rubbed his eyes, wondering if he was hallucinating.

Why did this kid, who swore yesterday he wouldn't join the Night's Watch, suddenly change his mind today?

“I said I would consider joining the Night Watch if the salary and benefits were right.”

"That's it?"

"that's it."

"So you mean you'll join if the money's right?"

"Otherwise what? Did I mean something else?"

"..."

Zhao Kongcheng fell into deep thought, and after a long while, he still asked why he changed his mind so quickly.

"I just did some math when I got back yesterday. You see, I'm seventeen this year, a sophomore in high school..."

Lin Qiye explained to Zhao Kongcheng two more detailed future plans than those from the previous night.

The final results all seem to point to the fact that unless Lin Qiye himself has the ability to quickly and successfully build a large company and make a lot of money, joining the Night Watchers seems to be the best choice.

Of course, this is all on the premise that the night watchman's salary and benefits are truly adequate.

After Lin Qiye finished speaking, Zhao Kongcheng slapped himself in the face speechlessly.

Damn, it's so easy! Why didn't you tell me sooner?

However, judging from the situation, does Lin Qiye not know that his elder brother, whom he recognizes, actually "owns an archipelago"?

If you need money, ask your older brother.

Why do they have powerful connections but refuse to use them, instead trying to covet the paltry wages and pensions of us night watchmen?

Let him show you how to be cool and take you to new heights, why are you still rummaging through the trash heap?

Zhao Kongcheng's thoughts were incredibly complicated, and he suddenly had a feeling that he didn't know why he had come here today.

"What, are the Night's Watchmen really paid poorly?"

Seeing that Zhao Kongcheng did not answer for a long time, Lin Qiye thought that the Night Watchmen were actually very poor.

"No, the night watchman's salary, benefits, and family support are probably better than you think, but..."

Zhao Kongcheng turned his gaze to Lin Linhou, who was lost in thought, and continued.

"I think whether you need to join the Night Watch now depends on whether your older brother Lin Linhou truly treats you like a younger brother."

Lin Qiye:?

Lin Linhou: ('?').

"Are you calling me? Sorry, I was just spacing out."

Lin Linhou suddenly realized something; he had just been considering the feasibility of this matter.

If we assume that the Night Watch is an organization comprised of various superpowered individuals, established with the primary task of combating the mysterious.

So, could he...?

(ー`′ー)……emmm……

Ahahahaha~

Call me the Celestial Venerable of All Laws! Hehehe!