Starting with Xingyi Quan, it swept across the chaotic world.

"I'm also on temporary assignment there. If you'd like to go, I'll recommend you."

Duan Kang said slowly.

Does that sound a bit like an auxiliary police officer?

After much deliberation, Lu Li nodded and respectfully said:

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Senior Brother."

This was the result of Lu Li's careful consideration. He needed time to practice martial arts, and the job of the City Defense Division sounded quite leisurely. Moreover, it was similar to an auxiliary police officer, which was a kind of half-official position. This was also a good thing for his third uncle. With this official position, the neighbors would treat them with respect, and the Wild Wolf Gang would also have to consider the two powerful backers behind him.

The danger level isn't as high as in gangs, and the benefits are even better, making it a pretty good job.

And...it seems I have no other choice...

If you want better treatment, then break through to the Dark Force level and try to get it.

Duan Kang nodded, then took out a letter:

"This is a letter of recommendation. Take it to Commander Wang at the City Defense Command."

"Thank you, senior brother!"

Lu Li took the letter, glanced at it, and asked:

"No official seal?"

"My words are my chapters."

Duan Kang replied.

Lu Li noticed that when Duan Kang said this, a hint of pride appeared on his usually silent face.

……

Following the directions of his senior brother Duan Kang, Lu Li walked through one street after another until he finally turned into the gate of the City Defense Office.

The city defense office was not large. There were several burly guards at the entrance, almost occupying the entire gate. Although they were far away, Lu Li could still hear the noise penetrating the walls.

With his heightened senses after the breakthrough, Lu Li could feel that there were actually several Ming Jin martial artists in this small hall.

Lu Li waited until the crowd had dispersed slightly before entering.

The lobby was well-lit and sparsely furnished. Using the light, Lu Li found a kind-looking person and asked:

"Brother, where is Commander Wang? I am a registered disciple of the White Crane Martial Arts School, who was introduced to me."

Upon hearing this, the man carefully examined Lu Li's spirit and demeanor. He was tall and upright with piercing eyes. Even though he was dressed in coarse linen clothes, it could not conceal his extraordinary presence.

"Go left, and it's in the last room at the end," the man pointed out.

Thank you.

Following the directions given by the person earlier, Lu Li quickly arrived at the room at the end and gently knocked on the door.

"Who is it?" a voice came from inside.

"I am Lu Li, a disciple of the White Crane Martial Arts School. Senior Brother Duan asked me to come and ask Commander Wang for a temporary post."

"Enter."

Lu Li pushed open the door and entered, where a middle-aged man with a stubble beard came into view.

"I am Commander Wang, Wang Hong, whom you are looking for," the middle-aged man said. "Let me see Duan Kang's letter of recommendation."

Lu Li nodded and stepped forward to hand over the letter of recommendation.

After receiving the letter of recommendation, Wang Hong glanced at it for a moment. Once he confirmed that Lu Li's identity was genuine, his attitude softened considerably.

"The letter said you are a hidden talent, and the city defense department is in dire need of someone like you right now."

"You know the rules and the monthly salary, right?"

Lu Li nodded: "My senior brother already told me before I came."

"He's not the same energetic young man he used to be. He might not remember the city defense patrol duties. Let me tell you more details..."

Wang Hong continued:

"Lin'an City is divided into inner and outer cities. The inner city is not under our jurisdiction for the time being. As for the outer city, it has been divided into four areas: east, south, west, and north. Each area has three patrol teams, and each team has three guards."

"Officially, we are responsible for handling disputes, maintaining public order, and investigating and arresting suspicious individuals..."

As Wang Hong spoke, his tone suddenly turned somber:

"But in reality, many things are best left sufficed. There's not that much for you to do. That's the job of the constables. Besides, aren't there a few gangs causing trouble in the east of the city? When you're assigned to patrol, don't think of yourself as some kind of upright official. You're just a figurehead. You only have one life, that's your own. If you need to run, then run. There's no shame in it..."

Lu Li said gratefully, "Thank you for the reminder, Commander Wang. I understand."

Wang Hong nodded slightly:

"Go to the guardhouse on the right to collect your waist token, clothing, and sword. You'll be patrolling in groups every day. Today you're on duty, so go back and rest."

They don't go to work, yet they still get paid for a day's work for free.

Lu Li, naturally without complaint, quickly spoke up:

"Thank you, Commander Wang."

……

After bidding farewell to Commander Wang, Lu Li returned to the White Crane Martial Arts School.

With his temporary assignment settled, it was a relief for him.

I've even become stronger when hitting the sandbag.

Life is getting better and better.

As dusk fell, Lu Li delivered his final blow, "Slapping the acupoints and striking the jaw."

Sharp and ruthless.

With this strike, Ming Jin unleashed his full power, punching a hole directly in the sandbag in front of him.

Fine sand continued to gush out through the hole, forming a golden waterfall in the afterglow of the setting sun.

[Destiny: Heaven rewards diligence]

[Xingyiquan Minor Success (1/1000)]

At the very moment of his breakthrough, Lu Li felt the same sensation he had when he first broke through to the Ming Jin realm.

It felt like the shackles inside my body had been broken. Last time, it was my whole body that felt free from constraints, but this time it was mainly felt in my arms.

My arms felt full of energy and blood, and I felt like I had inexhaustible strength.

Taking advantage of his feeling, Lu Li practiced Xingyi Quan again. This time, the boxing was performed very smoothly, without any hesitation, and was extremely coherent.

"The Xingyi Quan boxing technique has also made a breakthrough."

Lu Li sensed the changes within himself and felt that his strength had increased by 20% along with his breakthrough in Xingyi Quan.

"Are you relieved of a worry?"

Duan Kang had just seen Lu Li's powerful and vigorous fist technique, so he came to Lu Li's side.

Lu Li turned around and realized it was his second senior brother who had come. He smiled and clasped his hands in greeting.

"Thank you, senior brother. Otherwise, I would still be waiting here anxiously."

"What are you thanking me for? I heard your family sells steamed buns. I'll treat you to some sometime." Duan Kang said with a smile, "Your punch just now was pretty good. Come on, let's have a spar."

Having said that, he struck a pose without further ado.

Seeing this, Lu Li knew he had no choice but to strike the same pose.

"Junior brother, please!"

"Then I won't stand on ceremony!"

After Lu Li finished speaking, he immediately exerted force with his fists and feet, and his left hand suddenly punched towards Duan Kangtian's acupoint.

Seeing this, Duan Kang dodged to the side, his right hand transforming into a palm, and suddenly grabbed at Lu Li's attacking punch.

Eagle catcher!

Lu Li's pupils contracted. He was about to withdraw his hand, but he couldn't dodge in time. Duan Kang caught Lu Li's drilling fist the moment he struck. Lu Li's free right hand suddenly punched out, and he stepped forward with both legs, followed by a collapsing fist.

However, Duan Kang merely smiled in response to this attack. Instead of dodging, he stepped forward, his right foot intertwining with Lu Li's left foot, and then unleashed a powerful forward thrust.

Lu Li staggered back several steps, his blood surging and his face flushed.

He had tried to dodge the attack just now, but he still couldn't avoid it. Even his feigned attack to make his senior brother change his moves was seen through.

"Again!"

Lu Li flicked his right arm, like a snake, and went straight for Duan Kang's central palace.

"Well done!"

Duan Kang remained calm and composed, using his left arm to block outwards while simultaneously striking Lu Li's jaw with his right palm.

The sounds of their fierce fighting echoed throughout the entire outer courtyard.

Many of the outer disciples who had not yet left stopped their training and looked over.

"Junior Brother Lu's fist technique is truly skillful. He has only recently broken through to a higher level, yet he has managed to force Second Senior Brother to defend himself?"

"Senior Brother Duan is practicing moves on me. Do you really think that visible strength can defeat hidden strength...?"

"What are you saying? Your second senior brother fed you some moves, and you couldn't even withstand two. This junior brother Lu has already exchanged seven or eight blows..."