Storm of Gods

Chapter 130 President
Looking at the bustling scene, Li Xin was quite moved. He hadn't expected Hextech Bird Newspaper to be so popular overseas. Come to think of it, it made sense. After all, this wasn't the internet age of his previous life. Newspapers were definitely a major part of daily entertainment. Hextech Bird Newspaper was not only expanding rapidly in Lilong, but also doing very well in the outer seas. Luther's choice of this entry point was quite accurate.

Outside the president's office was the editorial office, the heart of Hexbird News. There were reporters giving reports, writing articles, arguing, and even someone yelling that they would rather die than change it, but then quickly obediently went to make the changes. This lively scene made Li Xin feel a little dazed.

"Who are you looking for?" asked a stylishly dressed woman who looked quite relaxed. Her long, light golden hair was slightly wavy and pleasingly thick. Her full red lips made her skin appear even whiter and glowing. She wore a professional skirt with a lace-trimmed layered shirt. The futuristic, layered look gave Li Xin a slightly bewildered feeling.

"Sister, my name is Li Xin. I made an appointment with the club president," Li Xin said politely.

The woman sized up Li Xin, revealing a restrained yet sexy smile. "Little brother, you've made an appointment with the club president? This way, please."

Wearing high heels, she strode ahead with her long legs, her body swaying gracefully; her figure is truly amazing.

dong dong dong.

"Come in!" a deep, steady voice rang out.

The woman gently opened the door. "President, a Mr. Li Xin is here to see you. He says he has an appointment with you."

"Li Xin?" The middle-aged man was taken aback. "Oh, it's Li Xin. Let him in. Christy, make two cups of coffee."

Christie's smile deepened. "Mr. Li, please come in."

Christie swayed off to make coffee, and Li Xin walked into the president's office, where he saw Ma Zhe, the highest-ranking officer of the Night Patrol in Heldan.

"Have a seat." Ma Zhe put down his newspaper and looked at Li Xin. "How long have you been here? Where have you settled in?"

“It’s been a while. I’m currently staying at the Carp Dragon Hotel in the George District,” Li Xin replied. The man in front of him, Ma Zhe… didn’t seem like a Night Patrolman at all. He really looked more like a boss, a professional president. He was slightly chubby and had a smile on his face. He was very approachable, completely different from Lao Luo’s cold and rigid demeanor.

“Carp Dragon, that’s a good place to stay,” Ma Zhe said. “How’s your first impression of Monte Carlota?”

"It is a rich and prosperous metropolis, truly a pearl of Daoyuan."

“Haha, it’s no exaggeration to describe it as the most prosperous city. As the most stable country in the Daoyuan East Continent, their wealth accumulation is beyond imagination. Of course, our two countries have a good relationship and our beliefs are also relatively harmonious. We have never had any major conflicts in history and have been allies most of the time,” Ma Zhe laughed. “This also gives us some opportunities. Hextech is very popular here.”

"Yes, I didn't expect it to be so large and so busy." I thought it was just a Nightwatch base disguised as a Hextech Newspaper, but it really is a newspaper office, quite the newspaper office.

“Haha, so it was just five people before. It’s been a long story since I’ve grown it to this size over the years.” Ma Zhe chuckled. “Christie, put the coffee here and go about your business. Don’t bother us unless it’s important.”

"Okay, President." Christy bent down to put down the coffee, her waist twisting, revealing a round, curved bottom. If it weren't for that, Li Xin would have drunk the coffee cup.

Christie left, closing the door behind her. Ma Zhe's ears twitched. The two tacitly drank their coffee. After a while, Ma Zhe smiled and said, "Alright, some of the people here are from Montaleta, and some are immigrants. It's convenient for cover. Although the Moon Goddess Church and the Earth Mother Goddess Church have a good relationship, we still need to be more restrained on other people's turf. Christie is from the Earth Mother Goddess Church, so there are some things we need to avoid. Of course, I'm trying to influence her."

"President, you're brilliant!" Li Xin said, his eyes showing just the right amount of admiration.

"Luo Jin said you're a shrewd little man, and he's absolutely right. Is he alright now?" Ma Zhe asked, lighting a cigarette.

"Seek benevolence and you will obtain it."

Ma Zhe nodded. "Take it easy. This is the fate of all night watchmen. It's just a matter of time. What are your plans?"

"I'll follow the president's instructions," Li Xin said.

“I’ll take you on out of respect for Luo Jin. You’re now a member of the Night Patrol in Heldan. The rules for overseas personnel are similar to those in our country, with a few extra points to note. Christie will tell you about them later,” Ma Zhe said. Seeing Li Xin’s surprise, he smiled. “Our operations in Heldan can’t be kept secret from the Earth Mother Goddess Church. We focus on cooperation and common development, but of course, we’ll keep what needs to be kept confidential. Do you understand that?”

"Yes, President. Talk less, observe more, listen more, and report more when necessary." "Oh, not bad. It's no wonder Luo Jin thinks highly of you with your quick wit. Here at Bird News, carry out missions when there are missions, and do your job well when there are no missions. Being a reporter is a very good profession. On the one hand, you can generate revenue for the church, and on the other hand, you can also collect some useful intelligence. We are short-staffed recently, so you will be in charge of the George District for now. Collect some news that can attract public attention."

“Yes, boss, I’ll keep an eye out for any marketable intelligence. There are bound to be some odd things about immigrants in George District,” Li Xin said. “Is there anything I need to pay attention to, or any particular focus?”

Seeing that Li Xin's thinking was clear, Ma Zhe's expression also became more serious. In the past, the country had sent people, but most of them were extremely rigid. They either only knew how to fight monsters or only wanted to fight monsters. Young people like this who were willing to take the plunge were extremely rare.

"You've been in the Order of the Fathers?"

"Yes, I was once selected for the Black Roses." Li Xin had to give himself some recognition, maybe he could even get a raise.

Ma Zhe nodded. "How about this, two directions: the strange and unusual people in George District, and the intelligence from the Church Council. The once-every-five-years War of the Earth Mother Goddess is the grandest event in Montecristo, and the various Church Councils will definitely make big moves. You should pay attention to collecting some valuable intelligence."

"Thank you for your guidance, President. I'll remember it."

Ma Zhe smiled and said, "Your current monthly salary is 600 lira, 400 for reporter expenses, and 200 for night patrol subsidies. I'll give you a week to get used to it. The Fifth Agency doesn't support idlers. If you can produce one valuable piece of news this week, you'll pass the test and become a full-time employee."

"Is either the bird report or the internal reference acceptable?" Li Xin asked.

"Kid, you're pretty confident. All is well. If you make any major discoveries, there's no limit to the rewards. Our overseas agency is different from the stingy ones in China. If you have the ability and skills, feel free to use them. But remember, don't cause trouble, and especially don't cause trouble under the guise of the Night Patrol. If you cause a conflict, no one can protect you."

"Yes, President!" Li Xin emphasized his sincerity.

Ma Zhe pressed a button in front of him, and soon after, Christie came over, swaying her hips. "Christie, this is our new guy. Register him and get him a press pass. Once that's done, you can go home."

"Okay, President, the usual today?" Christie asked charmingly.

Ma Zhe nodded, then leisurely resumed reading the newspaper. Unlike the Lilong Night Patrolmen who were constantly fighting with secret events, in Heldan, secret events were handled by the Church of the Earth Mother and the Funeral Procession. They possessed the dual identities of Night Patrolmen and Lilong Kingdom's special agency, which proved quite useful.

The promotion of Hextech in Montaletta started with the Bird Newspaper. Forced promotion was obviously not going to work. The combination of newspaper and telegram, linking information from Daoyuan, attracted customers and made the Bird Newspaper grow rapidly. Subsequent promotion was easier. Of course, these general directions were all strategies left by Grand Chancellor Luther, which allowed the Hextech Bird Newspaper to quickly take root in the major countries of Daoyuan. Although it looks like just a newspaper, it is actually the core of Lilong's intelligence control over various countries. Therefore, the core task of the various Bird Newspapers is not action, but long-term observation and collection.

Li Xin followed Christie, who liked to walk in front. "Handsome young man, do you have a girlfriend yet?"

"Sister, I'm still young." Li Xin deliberately pretended to be innocent, which made Christie laugh.

"Little guy, you're so funny. Are you still a virgin? We Montcareta people aren't as conservative as you. Love is the staple food of life. You can skip meals, but you can't live without love," Christie laughed, as if mature older women everywhere enjoy teasing younger men.

“I’m very experienced!” Li Xin said stubbornly, which made Christie even happier.

“Okay, good. Come on, register first. Fill in the information in detail. If any problems are found later, everyone will be held responsible,” Christie said.

The information on the form consisted of personal details and addresses, and there was nothing to hide. Li Xin filled it out neatly and efficiently.

"Come pick up your documents tomorrow. Has the president assigned you any tasks?" Christie asked.

"Yes, give me a week to find a valuable news story as an assessment, otherwise I'll have to go back to where I came from."

"Good luck, little guy!" Christie patted Li Xin's shoulder.

Li Xin was speechless. Was she really going to take advantage of him? Looking at Christie's alluring back, he thought, "No wonder so many people want to be the president of the company."

(End of this chapter)