Chapter 136: The Secret of Earth

"The reason is very simple."

Tang Wanqiu smiled and said, "You were able to kill extraterrestrial prisoners like Uriel, and you even developed Flash as a core ability. This proves your combat power is strong. Moreover, since your cultivation time has been so short, there must still be room for improvement."

She looked at Lin Qing, "You are so outstanding; in the future, you have every hope of obtaining the legendary Rare Divine Office!"

"Rare Divine Office?"

Lin Qing asked in confusion, "Is this important? Even if it is a Rare Divine Office, if it cannot evolve into a Primordial one, it shouldn't possess much combat power, right?"

The Wisdom Star Group must be a bunch of Primordial beings; as for higher levels, he was not clear.

But even Dr. Chu Hui, who possessed a Primordial-level Divine Office, had no resistance whatsoever in front of the Wisdom Star Group.

What difference would it make to have one more Basic-level Divine Office, even if it were a Rare one?

"Pure combat power is, of course, not that important."

Tang Wanqiu shook her head slightly and said, "What we value is the combat power of a Rare Divine Office below the Primordial level!"

"Below Primordial?" Lin Qing suddenly understood her meaning somewhat.

"You must understand that these extraterrestrial civilizations came to Earth because our Earth civilization possesses a treasure."

Tang Wanqiu shook her head and said, "To fight over these treasures, the most important thing is not the highest combat power. Speaking purely of highest combat power, our Earth civilization and the Wisdom Star people are simply incomparable."

Lin Qing understood her meaning: "Different levels, different difficulties?"

"Correct."

Tang Wanqiu nodded slightly, then sighed, "You must know that our Earth civilization does not have a single Rare Divine Office below the Primordial level, so it is very difficult to compete with these extraterrestrial civilizations."

"Not a single one?" Lin Qing asked in surprise.

"Yes, not a single one."

Tang Wanqiu shook her head and said, "This is unavoidable. The requirements for a Rare Divine Office are too high. Our Earth civilization's resources are limited, and we fall short of the Wisdom Star Group in every aspect. Cultivating a candidate for a Rare Divine Office is simply too difficult, too difficult."

Lin Qing understood.

Even at his current level, the Star Transmission Tower judged him as not meeting the standard for a Rare Divine Office, which shows the difficulty of a Rare Divine Office.

"Lin Qing, you are our hope now."

Tang Wanqiu gazed at him and said earnestly, "So whatever you need, just ask. As long as it helps you, we will try our best to satisfy you."

She took a deep breath and said, "The treasure hidden on Earth is also our greatest chance for counterattack. Do you understand?"

"Since that is the case..."

Lin Qing pondered and said, "Let me think carefully. I still have room for improvement currently, so there is no rush for now."

"Alright, take your time to think." Tang Wanqiu said, "I will go back first to see Minister Xu and resolve your current troubles."

Lin Qing nodded slightly.

After he disembarked from the warplane, watching Tang Wanqiu's new warplane turn into a streak of light and vanish into the night sky, he could not help but reveal a faint smile.

"Morning Light, just as you predicted, it went smoother than imagined."

A streak of light flew out, transforming into a three-nothing loli.

"The Primordial Research Institute are all madmen; they are willing to sacrifice their own people just to resist the Wisdom Star Group."

Morning Light said, "From my perspective, these are all meaningless actions, but this is because the Primordial Research Institute sees no hope; only in despair do they act so crazily. Since the Autonomy Faction has the rationality and plans to resist, they must have some confidence."

"The situation at the Patrol Headquarters also shows this. Clearly, the patrol system is about to be disbanded in a few years, yet the Patrol Headquarters continues to recruit and train new people, not abandoning fresh blood, and never sparing resources for geniuses. This is being driven secretly by the Autonomy Faction, naturally because they crave geniuses."

She looked at Lin Qing, "Humans love to fight among themselves during peacetime; only when facing a desperate situation do they unite. In the eyes of the Autonomy Faction, you are hope. Appropriately exposing your talent is also a good choice."

Lin Qing smiled and said, "It is also because Patrol Officer Tang is trustworthy that I agreed to your plan; otherwise, it would be better to be cautious."

Morning Light nodded slightly and said, "Wait until the results are confirmed before you go looking for your father's legacy."

The next day.

Tang Wanqiu arrived in Lin'an City again.

However, this time, a tall, thin Chinese youth with graying hair accompanied her.

Although his face was young, frost had already dyed his temples, adding a touch of vicissitudes; his eyes were quiet as a pool, and his temperament was gentle as jade.

"Minister Xu?"

Lin Qing naturally could not fail to recognize Xu Shaofeng, one of the former Three Great Senior Ministers.

"Lin Qing, hello." Xu Shaofeng revealed a gentle smile. "Could you trouble yourself to demonstrate Flash once? I wish to confirm with my own eyes the hope of our Earth."

Lin Qing did not hesitate; after confirming no one was outside the villa, he activated Flash.

Amidst the flashing cyan streaks of light, Lin Qing had instantly shifted several meters sideways.

"It is indeed Flash; even I cannot see it clearly..."

Xu Shaofeng nodded slightly and said, "Everyone has their own secrets; I will not investigate. The DNA you gave Patrol Officer Tang last night also indeed matches the identity."

Lin Qing took out a map prepared in advance and handed it to Xu Shaofeng, saying, "These are the locations of the extraterrestrial prisoners' corpses. They have almost all turned to dust, but DNA can still be collected."

Xu Shaofeng did not refuse; after taking it, he said softly, "Do not worry. Lady Luxi is already dead."

"Dead?"

Lin Qing was stunned. She is dead already?

So fast?

"Although I had not confirmed your situation face-to-face last night, I trust Patrol Officer Tang. It is also good to eliminate a pest harming civilization."

Xu Shaofeng smiled and said, "I checked last night. Among those extraterrestrial prisoners currently, only Lady Luxi suspected you, and she has not yet spread news of your matter. You are safe for now."

Lin Qing could not help but ask, "Lady Luxi is dead just like that?"

"Her strength was at the bottom even among Patrol Officers; my killing her will not cause much commotion." Xu Shaofeng said softly.

Lin Qing did not ask any more.

It seemed this Minister Xu's strength was truly formidable; even though Lady Luxi possessed a Divine Office, she could not resist Xu Shaofeng at all.

"I have two gifts for you."

Xu Shaofeng, smiling, looked at Lin Qing, suddenly produced a wristwatch and a thumb-sized translucent gray cube, and handed both to Lin Qing.

"Take them," he said softly.

"What are these?" Lin Qing asked.

"This wristwatch is actually a disguised energy shield bracelet."

Xu Shaofeng said, "Once you activate it to the highest level, the energy shield can withstand most full-power attacks from Inspectors; it will only be depleted after withstanding several such attacks. Once the energy is exhausted, you will need to reload it with a Primordial Crystal."

"Energy shield?" Lin Qing looked at the wristwatch with some surprise.

He had never even heard of such a thing.

Not only could it withstand several full-power attacks from Inspectors, but it was also rechargeable?

"Master, it seems the Autonomy Faction has a very strong background."

Chen Guang's voice sounded: "To even obtain such a thing, even in the Urban Circle, this energy shield bracelet is very precious." Hearing this, Lin Qing glanced at the wristwatch and said, "Minister Xu, I have sufficient means to protect my life."

"Not enough."

Xu Shaofeng slowly shook his head and said, "For Earth's civilization, your safety is very important, more important than my own life. Please do not decline."

"Very well, I accept it." Lin Qing glanced at it and reached out to take the wristwatch.

Even though it was quite heavy, he could accept it.

Xu Shaofeng then showed a faint smile, glanced again at the translucent gray cube in his hand, and said, "As for this 'High-Energy Cube', I imagine it should also be very useful to you."

He paused. "Its function is very simple: to store energy. The energy stored within can be instantly returned to you. You possess the Gluttony ability of a Sky-Track Monarch, so your total energy is already several times that of others at the same level, but this crystal can probably store several times your energy as well."

Hearing this, Lin Qing's eyes immediately brightened.

For him, this High-Energy Cube was even more useful than the energy shield bracelet!

Each use of Flash Light consumes half his energy; once he uses other combat techniques, he cannot use Flash Light twice in succession.

But with this High-Energy Cube, he could absolutely use Flash Light several times in succession!

Whether for escape or attack, it would be very useful!

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"Flash Light, energy shield, plus this High-Energy Cube, your safety can be considered assured," Xu Shaofeng sighed.

Lin Qing could clearly feel the expectations of this Minister Xu and the Autonomy Faction.

He knew that accepting this kindness also meant bearing this responsibility.

However, he still hoped for Earth to recover, become peaceful and stable, and raise its Order Level; he had never intended to remain aloof from the world.

"I know you haven't yet considered what you need."

Xu Shaofeng handed Lin Qing another list. "This is most of the rare resources the Autonomy Faction can mobilize; you can use it as a reference."

Lin Qing took the list, glanced over it roughly, and found that the various resources on it were, in some aspects, even better than those provided by the Wisdom Star Group.

After all, the resources provided by the Wisdom Star Group were only for peripheral members.

"It seems there isn't much Primordial Crystal?" Lin Qing couldn't help but ask.

"You need Primordial Crystals?"

Xu Shaofeng said, "Five 10-gram Primordial Crystals can fully charge the energy shield bracelet; 500 grams of Primordial Crystal should be enough, right?"

"I also want to try using Primordial Crystals to cultivate the Bloodline Evolution Method and develop the Fifth Energy Level," Lin Qing shook his head and said. "The Primordial Energy within 500 grams of Primordial Crystal is estimated to be insufficient even to complete one Bloodline Evolution Method."

In fact, he only needed to complete it once to draw upon it in advance.

But according to the case experience provided by Chen Guang, the Primordial Energy contained within Primordial Crystals is extremely scarce; completing one requires 2.8 kilograms of Primordial Crystal.

Moreover, to cultivate the Bloodline Evolution Method using Primordial Energy, one must also possess the complete lower part of the Star Refining Art; otherwise, he simply could not withstand the Primordial Energy.

Alternatively, fully comprehending the Primordial Energy and mastering its true essence would also work, but that would involve not only cultivating the Bloodline Evolution Method but also transforming one's life level.

"The Fifth Energy Level?"

Xu Shaofeng looked at Lin Qing in astonishment and couldn't help but ask, "Can you withstand the Primordial Energy of the Fifth Energy Level?"

"Not yet," Lin Qing shook his head.

Xu Shaofeng pondered for a moment, then gently shook his head and said, "There's no way. Earth has not truly connected with the starry sky yet, and extraterrestrial civilizations have listed Primordial Crystals as the highest-grade restricted resource; at most, we can only acquire a tiny amount from the Urban Circle."

Lin Qing understood his meaning.

Among the resources provided by the Wisdom Star Group, there were Primordial Crystals, but 1,000 points could only be exchanged for 100 grams.

This amount of Primordial Crystal could only be used as fuel for some equipment requiring the Fifth Energy Level.

"Adding up all reserves, it's estimated to be around 700 or 800 grams," Xu Shaofeng said. "Even if we acquire more, it won't increase much."

He had no other choice.

Even when he himself underwent the Primordial transformation, he relied on the Planet Consciousness to absorb floating Primordial Energy on his own, spending several years before the transformation succeeded.

"Then we'll see," Lin Qing shook his head slightly.

No matter how much they gathered, there was still a huge gap compared to 2.8 kilograms of Primordial Crystal.

He could only place his hope on Dr. Chu Hui's legacy.

He didn't know how much Primordial Crystal was in Dr. Chu Hui's legacy.

"When you are confident you can withstand Primordial Energy, we will find a way to help you gather some," Xu Shaofeng said.

Lin Qing nodded slightly.

"By the way," he suddenly remembered something and said, "I have a Star Refining Art here that is convenient for absorbing Fourth Energy Level energy; I might as well give it to headquarters."

"Star Refining Art?" Xu Shaofeng's eyes brightened. "Is it an improved version?"

"Yes," Lin Qing said. "Like the Star Refining Art of the Wisdom Star People, it is more suitable for Earthlings, but it only has the upper part, so it is only effective for Fourth Energy Level energy."

Tang Wanqiu, who had been silent beside them, spoke up: "It can be used in perfect conjunction with the Energy Stabilizer; its effect is very significant."

"Indeed very useful," Xu Shaofeng slowly nodded. "It can absolutely allow Earth's civilization to gradually produce waves of geniuses who can excavate Fourth Energy Level abilities even before their genetic awakening."

He glanced at Lin Qing and said, "I won't record merit or points for you; otherwise, it would be too conspicuous. Just tell me directly what you want."

Lin Qing shook his head slightly. "It's a small matter; nothing much."

Xu Shaofeng smiled and asked, "Is there anything else you need?"

Lin Qing pondered for a moment, then said, "After some time, when I need it, may I serve as the Supreme Commander of Patrols in Asia?"

"Supreme Commander of Patrols in Asia?" Xu Shaofeng asked in confusion. "Are you interested in the position?"

"I prefer peace and stability."

Lin Qing said, "Ideally, it would restore order across the entire continent of Asia and eliminate all underground forces."

Xu Shaofeng pondered for a moment, then asked, "Social chaos—do you know its root cause?"

"The metropolitan circles?" Lin Qing said.

"Correct." Xu Shaofeng nodded. "The elites and high-ranking figures of Earth all reside in the metropolitan circles. The World Government focuses only on them. Laws have gradually become mere fig leaves; how can there be stability?"

He sighed. "Most importantly... this chaos is actually a situation the Wisdom Star Group is pleased to see."

"Pleased to see it?" Lin Qing asked in confusion. "Why?"

"This is also a secret of Earth's civilization, but you are qualified to know it."

Xu Shaofeng spoke softly. "This reason is the same as the prohibition of firearms and gunpowder in the metropolitan circles."

He looked at Lin Qing and said, "All of this is to make Earth better fit the 'Evolution Planet' classification. Once certain standards are met, the number of 'Divine Office' slots produced on Earth will reach the maximum standard."

Lin Qing was momentarily stunned.

So... that was the reason?

He couldn't help but ask, "Where do these Divine Office slots come from? Who sets them?"

After the fever broke, my schedule changed again; I woke up at three in the morning...

(End of this chapter)