47: With impeccable political background and upright lineage!

No one could understand it.

How could Cui Hu just admit defeat all of a sudden?

Could it be— "Rigged! Rigged! Rigged!—"

In an instant, the entire arena erupted in a synchronized roar of protest.

It made sense.

They were just getting into the excitement.

They had their pants off, and this is what they were shown?

The fact that Ye Su had broken through the limit was something only Cui Hu knew.

The others had no way of knowing, so it was normal for them to think this way.

However...

Did this have anything to do with the two people on stage?

"You can freaking cheat?"

Cui Hu said resentfully as he walked over, rolling up his long saber.

"Oh, it was just luck."

Ye Su smiled;

"But, that is a secret."

"Don't worry, as Professionals, everyone has secrets. Why don't we make a pact to keep each other's secrets?"

"Deal!"

The two of them chatted as they left the arena.

They didn't care how loudly the audience shouted.

--- Imperial Capital Research Lab.

A group of people walked in while chatting. Cui Hu didn't say anything he shouldn't; after the match, he really did take Ye Su and the others on a tour around the Imperial Capital.

However, the Imperial Capital had too heavy of a filter; due to some ancient buildings, it lagged behind the Magic City in terms of modernization.

But the heavy aura of history was still very present, so they complemented each other well.

The Research Institute was located in the suburbs with high security standards, but since instructions had likely been given from above, Ye Su and the others entered easily.

"So, the Tai Xuan Scripture and the Tai Shou Scripture should be Core Martial Arts that focus on excavating one's own potential," Cui Hu said;

"You see, I follow a path of balance and peace, so what was derived was Combat Instinct."

"While you follow a path of extreme violence, so you need Bullet Time to assist and enhance your combat power."

Ye Su nodded;

"I just don't know if the Tai Shou Scripture will derive Combat Instinct for me like it did for you once I get it."

"Bullet Time is forced intervention, while Combat Instinct is moving as one pleases. I wonder if they'll clash."

"Hmph? Look at you acting all cool. How about you let me duplicate the Tai Xuan Scripture instead?"

Cui Hu's eyes twitched.

Please, even if the two might clash, no Professional could refuse possessing two Core Martial Arts.

God knows what kind of chemical reaction they would produce.

Furthermore...

Cui Hu looked at Ye Su, a flash of envy in his eyes.

Good grief, this guy even has the ability to break through version limits. When he possesses two Core Martial Arts, won't he just ascend to the heavens?

After this battle...

The title of Great Xia's strongest Professional was almost set in stone.

Once the subsequent reward bonuses were added, others would find it even harder to catch up!

"Hehe, just acting a bit, mostly because I'm too excited."

Ye Su laughed.

Since the Beginning of Spring and Rain Water, it could basically be confirmed that among all the Martial Arts brought by the Rain Water, these two Core Martial Arts were the most precious.

Now, he felt like he was completing a collection, about to take it into his arms.

Tsk tsk—so good!

"Alright, Director Zhang is coming over," Cui Hu said.

Then Ye Su saw a middle-aged man in a white lab coat walking over with a beaming smile.

This smile—Ye Su felt something was off, or rather, it was a bit sleazy.

"Hehe, Ye Su, right? Congratulations on defeating Cui Hu," Zhang Zhenzhong said, his face wrinkled with his smile.

"Hello, Director Zhang," Ye Su greeted him.

"Alright, I know you prefer to be direct. I've already prepared a secret room for you," Zhang Zhenzhong said;

"The martial marrow is inside. Cui Hu will teach you exactly how to use it."

After saying that, Zhang Zhenzhong was about to go back to his business.

However, as he turned around, he added;

"By the way, when you go back, give my regards to Li Qing."

"I will, sir."

Ye Su replied.

Hmm... he always felt like Director Zhang wasn't very willing to face him directly.

Whatever.

Duplicating the Tai Shou Scripture was the priority.

Afterward, Cui Hu led Ye Su into the secret room.

---"Li Qing, Ye Su has won. The exploration is about to begin. Are you done talking on your end?"

After Ye Su entered the secret room, Zhang Zhenzhong called Li Qing.

In the Suzhou and Hangzhou, Li Qing couldn't help but rub his temples;

"I'm talking right now."

"Haha, this is definitely unprecedented. A Gambling Agreement—as long as Ye Su gets the Materials, he'll use that merit of saving the world to exchange for the authority over a Suzhou and Hangzhou!"

"In practical terms, a high-ranking local official. You really are daring!"

Zhang Zhenzhong said.

Li Qing was slightly frantic; the higher-ups had too many concerns.

But Ye Su's merit in saving the world was real!

With the military's support, what was wrong with treating it as a Professional experimental demonstration zone?

Were they afraid Ye Su would commit treason?

Don't be ridiculous, I'll guarantee this kid is pure and loyal!

Didn't his turning back to save Hu Hai's squad prove his purity enough?

"Alright, I'll shut up, okay?" Zhang Zhenzhong said;

"Don't worry, the military thinks very highly of this kid. I reckon it'll happen."

"I'll take your word for it."

Li Qing said, then hung up the phone.

Actually, Zhang Zhenzhong was right; this was an unprecedented Gambling Agreement.

Once it passed, you could even call Ye Su: King of the City!

Li Qing played an indispensable role in this agreement.

He had put his connections, ability, future, and everything else on the line.

As for why he did it...

Firstly.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say Ye Su saved his life.

It was a way of returning the favor.

Secondly;

The Suhang Research Institute was in contact with the Think Tank.

The results of the global Professional predictions over there were very poor.

In fact, the leader had signed a century-level top-secret document.

Because of this, Li Qing had this idea.

To break straight out of the complicated system.

With Professionals at the lead.

At the same time, it would allow his Research Institute to have the most independent research direction, free from any constraints.

In this global mutation, he would fully utilize his talents and use his own way to save that crumbling future!

---In the secret room, Ye Su didn't know any of this yet.

At this moment, he saw the trophy—the martial marrow.

A rare and incomparable item.

It could duplicate a Cultivation Technique, Skill, or even a Talent Skill possessed by someone else.

An item!

The effects were always so Heaven-Defying!

"It's very simple to use."

Cui Hu sat down cross-legged and said;

"You crush it, then touch my head, and you can duplicate the Tai Shou Scripture you want."

Ye Su nodded.

He picked up the martial marrow.

It was a hexagonal crystal, like a sealed snowflake, the size of a silver coin, and cold to the touch.

"It won't turn you into an idiot, will it?"

"Please, it's just duplicating. If it were really extracting, I wouldn't agree!"

"OK, here I go!"

Saying that, Ye Su sat down cross-legged.

His right hand crushed the martial marrow, and then he touched Cui Hu's head.

The next second.

Ye Su felt his Soul enter a Chaos and bizarre world.

Here.

Ye Su could see countless crystal screens.

There were mist-shrouded high mountains, magnificent temples, solemn assembly halls, and glowing golden spheres one after another.

And— "Hey, hey, hey, you're flipping through my memories! You bastard, don't you know that's immoral?"

Cui Hu grunted with his eyes closed.

He felt something scurrying around in his mind, flipping left and right, extremely unethical.

Ye Su gritted his teeth.

Holy crap, how was I supposed to know those were your memories?

However...

You really are freaking pure and loyal.

Religious Affairs Bureau!

A man of the Daoist Sect!

You are way too orthodox!