I can equip strange items

"Alright, that concludes the basic introduction."

Fang Ling quickened her pace slightly: "Let's go back to Earth, Chairman Chen is still waiting for you."

The group followed Fang Ling back to the safe zone and passed through the black fog passage.

The familiar dizziness returned.

When their vision cleared, they had returned to the underground space of the armed forces department.

Chen Hong was standing by the passageway, holding a metal box in his hand.

Seeing everyone return, he smiled and said, "Congratulations everyone, you've all passed the test. From now on, you are all official members of the Exorcist Association."

He took a stack of documents out of the metal box.

The assessment has been underway for less than an hour.

Now, even their documents have been processed.

All I can say is that when the state apparatus is fully operational, its efficiency is truly high when it comes to getting things done.

The document was entirely black, with dark gold patterns on the cover, vaguely revealing a design of an intertwined sword and shield.

"These are your exorcist credentials."

Chen Hong distributed the certificates one by one: "These certificates are made with special materials and processes, and their anti-counterfeiting level is ten times higher than that of ID cards. Most importantly—from today onwards, they can completely replace ID cards."

He paused, then his tone became serious: "I suggest that you all put away your old ID cards. In the future, this document will represent your identity and grant you special privileges during special periods."

Everyone rushed forward to collect their identification documents.

Li Yuan also received his identification documents very quickly.

The document feels slightly cool to the touch and has a heavy texture.

Opening the cover reveals his photo and basic information.

Below is a unique serial number: DQM-0032.

"DQM stands for Exorcists of Donghe City."

Chen Hong explained, "0032 is your serial number. Remember this number; you'll need it to accept tasks, redeem points, and report situations in the future."

Everyone flipped open their identification documents, their expressions varying.

Some were excited, some were solemn, and some seemed lost in thought.

"in addition……"

Chen Hong suddenly remembered something: "Although this assessment is only an introductory test, the association will not let everyone come for nothing. Everyone who passes the assessment will receive some basic points."

He pointed to a machine that looked like an ATM next to him: "Now everyone can swipe their ID cards to check their points balance."

The bald, burly man was the first to step forward and affix his ID to the sensor area.

The screen lights up and displays a line of information:

Name: Wang Meng

【Item No.: DQM-0033】

Points: 1

[Access Level: One-Star Exorcist]

"One point...I wonder what I can exchange it for?"

Wang Meng scratched his bald head, then looked at Chen Hong: "President Chen, how do I upgrade the exorcist's star rating?"

"Points value".

Chen Hong replied, "Every point you earn counts as one point value. Points are neither consumed nor cleared; even if you use up all the points, the point value will still be there."

He paused, then added, "A two-star exorcist requires 100 points, a three-star requires 1,000, a four-star requires 10,000, and a five-star requires 100,000. Currently, the highest level is five stars."

"I see."

Wang Meng suddenly realized: "It seems these points must be quite valuable."

The woman in the sportswear also went over and swiped her ID.

Name: Lin Yuwei

【Item No.: DQM-0034】

Points: 1

……

Then came the frail young man, the injured man... one by one, and everyone's score was 1 point.

Although everyone was somewhat disappointed, they could understand.

After all, it's just an assessment, so getting some points is already pretty good.

Soon it was Li Yuan's turn. He stepped forward and affixed his ID to the sensor area.

The screen flickers, and a message pops up:

Name: Li Yuan

【Item No.: DQM-0032】

Points: 31

[Access Level: One-Star Exorcist]

The air suddenly became quiet.

Everyone stared wide-eyed at the number on the screen.

3……31?

"Holy crap?!"

Wang Meng was the first to exclaim, "Thirty-one?! Bro, what's going on?"

Lin Yuwei was also taken aback: "Li Yuan... you've done missions before?"

Chen Hong and Fang Ling exchanged a glance, both somewhat surprised.

It seems even they don't know where these points came from; they obviously haven't had time to check yet.

Li Yuan did not explain.

These extra points were earned from selling intelligence.

Lu Jiayin had already told him that as long as he became an exorcist, these points would be credited to his account.

It seems the Bureau of Abnormal Affairs is quite reliable and didn't restrict his points.

"Thirty-one points..."

The injured man murmured, "As far as I know, although one point can only be exchanged for 10,000 yuan, in some places it can be used as 100,000 yuan."

"How much...?"

The bald, burly man, Wang Meng, was taken aback: "Doesn't this mean that Li Yuan suddenly received three million one hundred thousand yuan?"

"more than."

Vice President Fang Ling thought to herself, "Money isn't as important as it used to be. What's truly important is that points can be redeemed for things that money can't buy."

At this point, he looked at Li Yuan and asked, "What do you want to exchange for?"

"Are there any strange items?" Li Yuan asked.

"Uh...it seems there's no stock at the moment." Fang Ling said in surprise.

The others also looked at Li Yuan in surprise, clearly not expecting that Li Yuan's first target would be the strange item.

That's quite an appetite.

However, the other party does indeed have the confidence to do so.

Because some of them already knew in advance that the most common strange items could be redeemed for just ten points.

Thirty points are enough to redeem some slightly better weird items.

Chen Hong gave Li Yuan a deep look, then said, "Everyone is free to move around now. Those who want to take on quests can check out the quest hall next door. Those who want to exchange resources can go to the exchange area on the second floor."

Upon hearing this, everyone had different thoughts.

But almost everyone's gaze involuntarily drifted toward Li Yuan.

That's a big spender with 31 points!

"Brother Li..."

Wang Meng was the first to approach, his face beaming with smiles: "Thanks to your help in the Wilderness earlier, otherwise I, Old Wang, might have really been in trouble. Here's my contact information. If you ever need any help in the future, just let me know."

He handed me a slip of paper with a phone number written on it.

Li Yuan accepted it and nodded slightly: "You're too kind."

"Li Yuan..."

Lin Yuwei also walked over, her eyes filled with admiration: "Your battle in the Wilderness Realm just now was so cool! Can...can I add you on WeChat? I'd like to ask you for advice sometime."

Her face flushed slightly, but her eyes remained resolute.

Li Yuan glanced at her, then took out his phone: "Okay."

The two scanned the QR code and added each other as friends.

Immediately afterwards, the frail young man, the injured man, the man wielding two knives... all surrounded him.

"Brother Li, my name is Zhao Wen. I usually like to study ancient books. I can help you look up information about strange items in the future."

"Brother Li, I am Liu Gang. I practice family-inherited hard kung fu and run a martial arts school in Donghe City. Come and visit sometime."

"Boss, my name is Sun Ming. I used to be in the Chinese medicinal herb business, and I still have some stock. Just tell me what herbs you need, and I'll give you the cost price!"

"Brother Li Yuan, my name is..."

In an instant, Li Yuan was surrounded by a dense crowd.

Everyone understands what it means to get to know someone powerful and with abundant points resources in this perilous era.

It's not just about connections, it's about being a lifeline in critical moments!

Li Yuan remained calm and exchanged contact information with each of them.

He didn't refuse, but he wasn't exactly enthusiastic either.

He understood what these people were thinking, but it didn't matter to him.

Having more connections might actually come in handy in the future.

Besides, he had indeed gained some benefits from these people in the Wilderness Realm earlier—

Although those things are not of high value, they add up over time.

After exchanging contact information with everyone, Li Yuan turned and walked out.

He didn't go to the mission hall next door, nor did he go up to the exchange counter on the second floor.

There's something more important to do now—stabilize the terminology!

The "Equivalent Evolution" modifier has been successfully solidified, unlocking the sixth equipment slot.

This means that he can equip a new item and gain a new ability.

Moreover, that [fragmented heart of life]...