295: Chapter 295 Foodie

"Good!"

Pharmacist Zhou Kang listened, a smile on his face; he hadn't expected to be so lucky as to be relieved of his duties as an Examiner.

It wasn't that being an Examiner or instructor was a bad thing—it was usually a good opportunity—but his current unit was already full of strong soldiers and didn't need reinforcements. Besides, he had been quite busy with missions lately, which was why he felt this way.

"Hey, if that's the case, won't the talented prospects who were originally going to Pharmacist Zhou Kang's side be distributed to us for evaluation now? We'll basically be reaping the benefits without lifting a finger."

"Exactly! You've got a sharp head on your shoulders. This way, we can improve our own teams' strength too."

"Not bad, not bad. If that guy isn't participating, then so be it. His unit is already packed with elite troops anyway."

...

As everyone chatted, Pharmacist Zhou Kang listened in.

Pharmacist Zhou Kang: "..." Did you really think I couldn't hear you just because you're whispering?

For a moment, listening to them made Pharmacist Zhou Kang feel a bit conflicted. If there really were some top-tier prospects...

Forget it. He had already been notified by King Fenghai; this assessment was no longer his concern.

"By the way, since I'm not participating, is there another Examiner replacing me?"

"Yes."

The secretary nodded.

In the next instant, the crowd around them erupted!

Good grief.

So there actually was a replacement!

They had thought that with no replacement, they could scoop up all the talent.

They hadn't expected...

"Who is it?"

"The final choice hasn't been settled yet. Wait until tomorrow. Tomorrow, King Fenghai and I will finalize the list and announce it to everyone within the Barrier so the participants can prepare."

"I'll be going now. You all can continue chatting."

With that, the secretary turned to leave.

"Hey, don't be in such a rush! Sit down and have some late-night snacks," Pharmacist Zhou Kang said. The secretary didn't turn back, merely waving a hand in refusal.

Pharmacist Zhou Kang and the others sat back down.

At this moment, Pharmacist Zhou Kang's face was beaming with a wide smile.

Many people nearby looked at him and could only sigh helplessly.

"You guy, you're grinning like you just ate something sweet. You're so happy."

"You really are acting like a tycoon. King Fenghai has given you so many good seeds that you don't even care about this assessment. We're different; we still have to rely on the assessment to recruit people."

"Forget it, forget it. I'm not eating anymore. The more I eat, the more annoyed I get."

"Yeah, let's go, let's go."

...

Saying this, everyone began to depart.

That night.

Inside a certain Family.

The Family Head went to his grandson's room. At that moment, a young man was still there absorbing energy and practicing his Moves, showing extreme diligence.

"Grandfather, you're here!"

The young man greeted the Family Head as he entered.

"It's so late, why aren't you resting?"

"Isn't the assessment coming up soon? I plan to try out for Pharmacist Zhou Kang's group."

"Pharmacist Zhou Kang... he won't be easy to pass," the Family Head thought. Pharmacist Zhou Kang was a Marquis Realm Expert with significant influence in the Military Department. Countless people were fighting for a spot under him, so his requirements would naturally be much higher.

"I know it won't be easy, but I have to try."

As the young man spoke, the Family Head nodded. Young people should indeed strive for the best.

"However, you can also consider other options. Pharmacist Zhou Kang and the others we know about were just names we scouted beforehand. After all, the official announcement hasn't been released yet. There might be an even better candidate."

"Grandfather, there are only so many people in the Military Department. Besides, how much better could someone else be?"

"I'm sticking with Pharmacist Zhou Kang."

Just as the two were talking...

A figure hurried over from behind.

"Family Head, I have something to report. So you were here."

The person spoke. Seeing him arrive in such a hurry to find his grandfather, the young man assumed something must have happened in the Family.

He immediately thought to excuse himself. "Grandfather, I'll go for a stroll outside. You two can talk."

"No need, Young Master. This matter concerns you."

The messenger spoke up.

"I just received news that for this assessment, Pharmacist Zhou Kang's spot as an Examiner has been replaced."

Boom!

This sentence was like a sudden thunderclap in the ears of the Family Head and the young man. Their eyes widened in shock, hardly able to believe what they had just heard.

Good grief.

I just got ready to apply for Pharmacist Zhou Kang's group, and now this happens?

Huh?!

Isn't this targeting me?!

Tsk!

The young man instantly felt a wave of helplessness.

"Then who is the person replacing Pharmacist Zhou Kang?" the young man asked urgently.

"The candidate hasn't been revealed yet. However, it's said that King Fenghai is working quickly to finalize the list. We should know by tomorrow."

Hearing this, the young man sighed. What was he supposed to do now?

"It's alright, child. It's fine as long as you can enter the Military Department. Pharmacist Zhou Kang's requirements would have been very strict; you might not have necessarily passed if you went there."

"This might be for the best. With a different Examiner, maybe things will go more smoothly."

Looking at the dejected young man, the Family Head could only offer these words of comfort.

"I understand, Grandfather."

The young man said, then continued his practice.

A short while later.

This news also spread to other major Families.

"What?! Pharmacist Zhou Kang isn't serving as an Examiner this time? Who replaced him? That's almost impossible; Pharmacist Zhou Kang's strength is among the highest in the Modu Military Department. Who could possibly replace him?"

"I suspect his spot was simply canceled. This makes things difficult. Is the number of openings going to be reduced?"

"Tsk! I really didn't expect this. My kid was all set to apply for Pharmacist Zhou Kang, and now there's another change!"

...

That night, countless people were unable to sleep.

Among them was Ye Qing.

In the morning, Ye Qing walked out of his room.

He looked out into the large courtyard.

The Moon-Devouring Demon Wolf had entered at some point, and several young women were currently stroking it.

"I have to say, this guy doesn't seem as fierce as before."

"True. It seems that after being taught a lesson by the Six-Winged Sky Tiger, he's behaved himself a lot more."

"I still preferred his wild and untamable look."

...

Everyone was chatting back and forth when they saw Ye Qing emerge from his room.

"Hubby, you're out!"

"This fellow came into the courtyard early this morning. We don't know why, but he's quite docile. We've been playing with him for a while now."

Upon seeing Ye Qing, the Moon-Devouring Demon Wolf immediately walked over to him. Once by his side, it lowered its head in a gesture of submission. There wasn't a trace of ferocity left in its eyes, only anticipation!

Anticipation directed at Ye Qing.

Looking at its gaze, Ye Qing instantly understood.

Good grief, is he a foodie?!