Exotic Battlefield: I Can Activate Dual Talents
Chapter 64 - 62, join the Star Investigation Office

Chapter 64: 62, join the Star Investigation Office

The more Lu Lin listened, the brighter his eyes became.

The strength he currently displayed was only Zero Level.

The monthly subsidy was determined by the Martial Artist level.

If he reached First Level, the subsidy would double to 10,000 yuan per month; it was 20,000 for Level 2, and 50,000 for Level 3...

Additionally, there was an equipment maintenance fee of 10,000 yuan per month. For Lu Lin, who didn’t need any equipment at the moment, this was practically free money.

Most importantly, breakthroughs in strength came with substantial one-time rewards.

Lu Lin estimated that once his strength reached Fourth Level, he could pay off his family’s loan.

Meanwhile, he could use his salary to help his family.

His mom and dad had been working outside Green City all these years, and their health had deteriorated a lot.

Previously, I couldn’t do anything about it due to my lack of ability.

Now, I hope my parents can live better, more relaxed, and healthier lives.

"Boss, say no more! I’ll join!"

"Where do I sign? Can these benefits be claimed in the month of joining?"

Zhao Lei nodded.

"It’s an honor, Boss. From now on, I’m all yours. Please look after me."

Zhao Lei couldn’t help but laugh. It feels like Lu Lin has finally returned to his true self.

"Alright, I’ll submit your information later."

"For new employees, full benefits are given in the month of joining."

"You’ve just had your talent awakening and don’t need to go out to fight or investigate for now. Focus on your studies at school."

"Next month’s challenge, I’ll organize all the members of the Star Investigation Office to come on site and cheer you on."

"Thanks, Boss! You’re so generous!" Lu Lin said hurriedly.

This time, I’ve really latched onto a powerful backer, a golden thigh even!

With Zhao Lei backing me, I could swagger around later and no one would dare to cause trouble.

Of course, given Lu Lin’s low-key and reserved nature, he wouldn’t actually act that way.

After the two finished talking, Xiao Yan and Xiao Li, who were waiting outside, walked in, and the service robot began to serve the dishes.

Xiao Li still had a cold, Android 17-like face, merely nodding at Lu Lin without speaking.

Xiao Yan, on the other hand, was wearing "more normal" clothes today.

She wore a navel-baring, cropped white T-shirt. On its chest was a picture of a child eating ice cream, which made Lu Lin constantly avert his gaze.

Below, she wore distressed, light-colored denim skinny jeans, the expanse of white dazzling Lu Lin’s eyes.

Throughout the meal, Xiao Yan kept talking to Lu Lin, asking if he wanted some milk, if he wanted to sit closer to her, or if he was hot and needed to take off his jacket.

Zhao Lei and Xiao Li were all too familiar with her antics, quietly eating while watching Xiao Yan tease Lu Lin.

Lu Lin’s blushing only made Xiao Yan more excited, and a teasing smile appeared on Zhao Lei’s face.

After dinner, the three of them added Lu Lin as a contact.

They were preparing to leave Saturn.

This time on Saturn, the three of them had uncovered a number of secret bases belonging to the Black Shark Society, and now that their mission was complete, it was time to return.

"Little Lu Lin, come visit Sister Xiao Yan on the Alien Planet as soon as possible," Xiao Yan whispered in Lu Lin’s ear before leaving. "When you get there, sister will take you to a great place, guaranteed to make you feel ecstatic."

Lu Lin blushed and took out a card from his pocket.

"Sister Xiao Yan, there’s no need to wait until we go to the Alien Planet."

"I’ve booked room 2816 upstairs. Let’s go up and have a seat."

HUH?!

Xiao Yan was stunned, looking at Lu Lin in disbelief.

A room card?

Going upstairs to ’sit’?

I was just joking, you know!

Why would an innocent young man like you, who blushes at a few jokes, secretly book a room?

"I don’t have time today. But when we get to the Alien Planet, sister will definitely come to your room and ’sit’ properly," Xiao Yan said, emphasizing the word "sit".

I can’t believe I, the master flirt, got played!

This Lu Lin kid is definitely the type who’s ruthless and doesn’t waste words.

Without saying more, Xiao Yan turned and left.

Not far away, Zhao Lei smiled to himself.

Xiao Yan, that girl, finally got a taste of her own medicine this time.

Zhao Lei waved to Lu Lin. "We’re off."

This trip to Saturn was quite fruitful for Zhao Lei. Not only did he complete his mission, but he also recruited a genius like Lu Lin, which put him in a considerably good mood.

Lu Lin waved goodbye to them.

After walking out of Green Willow Residence, he headed straight for the nearby Astrology Guidance Teachers Association.

As for the room card, that was purely a joke.

The Green City Astrology Guidance Teachers Association Branch wasn’t far, but its facade looked quite shabby.

It couldn’t even compare to the scale of the branch in Tongyuan, an eighteenth-tier city on Blue Star. From a distance, if his navigation hadn’t targeted this place, Lu Lin would have mistaken it for a roadside lottery stand.

"Hello, how may I help you?"

Seeing Lu Lin come in, an unkempt, bearded uncle at the front desk asked, not even bothering to stand up.

"Hi, I’m a Star Skill Instructor. I was wondering if you have any work or tasks available here."

"Are you looking for a job?" the bearded uncle asked, puzzled.

Strange things happen all the time, but this year is particularly full of them.

Just this morning, a young man came in claiming to be a Star Skill Guidance apprentice.

And now another one this afternoon?

A certified instructor, no less?

Green City is only so big. Two young instructors showing up in one day...

"Please, have a seat. Quick, sit down."

"Our President has gone to another city Guiding Star Skills for students there. He’ll probably be back in the evening."

The bearded uncle quickly got up.

"Young brother, what’s your name? Are you a college student?"

"How long have you been an instructor?"

"Wow, so young and already a certified Star Skill Instructor! Your talent must be excellent."

"Thank you. My name is Lu Lin. And yes, I’m currently what you’d call a first-year university student," Lu Lin said, choosing his words carefully.

Generally, Star Skill Instructors need a long time just to construct their Star Power Domain. Then they have to expand it, perfect it, and try to cover others with their domain.

They also have to work hard to improve their Star Veins refinement level. After all that, becoming a certified Star Power Instructor usually takes at least half a year, or even longer.

I won’t mention I just graduated from High School; I don’t want to scare him.

"Alright, student Lu Lin, can you report your citizen number, please? I’ll get you registered here."

"LXHX3201022102112120305."

"Huh? Born in ’21?!"

The uncle stared blankly, then counted on his fingers. "You’re only eighteen this year?!"

"Just graduated from High School?!"

"Er... yes."

Lu Lin rubbed his nose, a bit embarrassed. I didn’t expect to be found out after all.

My excellence is just that conspicuous; it gets noticed even when I try to hide it.

It took a while for the bearded uncle to calm down before he registered Lu Lin with the local Astrology Guidance Teachers Association.

Young people these days are truly incredible.

One named Zheng came in the morning, and now one named Lu this afternoon.

To think that I, Wan Fugang, am over thirty and after so many years of struggle, I’m only an Intermediate Guide.

I’m getting old, really old.

"Student Lu Lin, there’s a significant shortage of Star Skill Instructors here in Green City. And not just Green City; nearby Zhou Mountain, Cang Ming, Smith, and Leon also have a high demand for Instructors."

"Your arrival at our branch is a godsend, truly solving an urgent problem for us!"

At first, Lu Lin didn’t understand what Wan Fugang meant. But after listening to his explanation, he realized that Saturn truly lived up to its reputation as a remote and underdeveloped backwater in the federation.

Across the entirety of Saturn, only the East Forest Continent managed to have a Guide Association in basically every city. The other three continents—Bei Qiu, South Sea, and West Sand—each had only two branches.

In each branch, the number of registered Star Skill Instructors was less than ten.

Serving a population of billions across an entire continent with so few was an absolutely massive undertaking.

No wonder even the President of the Green City branch had to travel to other places for work.

Lu Lin’s eyes lit up.

Isn’t this the perfect opportunity for me?