I created a foundation

[Containment process rating: Perfect (did not cause mental breakdown to the target, and established absolute dominance at minimal cost).]

【Comprehensive Assessment: Perfect Containment.】

[Reward level increased... Congratulations to the host for obtaining the S-level unique talent - Limiter Release.]

Limiter released?

Lin Qing's consciousness trembled slightly. An image of an invincible figure wearing a red cape, with a shiny bald head, who could solve any problem with a single punch, flashed through his mind. His heartbeat involuntarily skipped a beat.

The next second, a vast and powerful warm current that could not be described in words appeared out of nowhere in the deepest part of his body. Like a torrent bursting through a dam, it instantly rushed to his limbs and bones, sweeping through every corner of his body.

That is not just heat, but the most fundamental energy wave generated when life levels leap.

Lin Qing "heard" it clearly.

Deep in his soul, at the bottom of every one of his cells, it seemed as if there were invisible shackles that had been imprinted in his genes since the beginning of life, groaning under the heavy burden.

"Click..."

“Crack, crack—!”

That was the shackles of the mortal race called "limit", and at this moment, under the impact of that tremendous energy, it was breaking inch by inch and shattering piece by piece!

Every cell in his body cheered with excitement at that moment. Every muscle fiber in his body leaped for joy at having escaped its cage. Every nerve ending in his body transmitted an unprecedented, ecstatic signal called "freedom" to his brain.

An indescribable feeling of comfort spread to every corner of my body.

Lin Qing could clearly feel that his strength, speed, endurance, mental strength... everything had broken through an extremely solid bottleneck, like magma breaking through the earth's crust and entering a vast new world that could extend infinitely and never end.

From now on, there will be no limit to his growth.

As long as you exercise, you can become infinitely stronger!

In this world of chaos, plagued by dangers and rampant demons, this is undoubtedly the ultimate and most fundamental guarantee of survival. No matter how fancy your skills are, no matter how mysterious your gadgets are, they are no match for the simple, brutal, yet powerful [Limiter Release] that goes straight to the source of your power!

Lin Qing slowly opened his eyes, his consciousness returning to reality. He lowered his head, spread out his palms, and then clenched them tightly.

He could sense within that clenched fist a terrifying power that seemed to grow by the second, a power that seemed inexhaustible. This power completely dispelled the vague sense of crisis that had lingered in his heart since his journey through time.

What replaced it was infinite confidence and burning ambition for the future of this world.

Relying solely on the talent of [Spirit and Body as One], he might only be able to be a passive, trouble-making scavenger.

But now, with unlimited growth potential, he is no longer satisfied with such small-scale actions.

His gaze fell on Yotsuya Miko, who was still bowing at a 90-degree angle, her body trembling slightly with excitement.

This girl was the first "asset" he had acquired since coming into this world, and the first cornerstone of his grand plan for the future.

A clear and grand plan instantly took shape in his mind.

He needs an organization, an organization that can handle mundane affairs for him, collect intelligence, study anomalies, and ultimately control the "inside" of this world.

And today is the first day that this organization is born.

Lin Qing stood up, ignoring Yotsuya Miko, who looked even more embarrassed because of him standing up. He walked over to the snow-white, spotless whiteboard and picked up a black marker on the table.

After removing the pen cap, the tip of the pen left a line of large, powerful and bold characters on the whiteboard.

【Abnormal Phenomenon Consulting Office】

After finishing writing, he tapped the whiteboard with the end of the pen. The sound was particularly clear in the empty office, like the opening bell of some ceremony.

He turned around and solemnly declared to Yotsuya Miko, who looked bewildered and had no idea what was happening, in an unquestionable tone, as if announcing the course of history:

"From today on, the office is officially open!"

Yotsuya Miko was a little confused by his sudden, ritualistic gesture. But out of her absolute trust in Lin Qing, she subconsciously stood at attention, her eyes filled with anticipation and a hint of honor.

Lin Qing was very satisfied with her expression at the moment.

He walked up to her, his gentle smile reappearing on his face, and slowly said, "And you, Yotsuya Miko, since you are the first member to be 'registered in name only', I officially appoint you as Employee No. 001 of this firm."

"Employee No. 001?" Yotsuya Miko's eyes lit up instantly when she heard this title.

Although she didn't understand what it specifically did, the number "001" sounded impressive! It meant she was the first person Mr. Lin valued and trusted the most! A strong sense of pride and belonging made her face flush slightly with excitement.

She was about to bow again, saying that she would work hard and live up to Mr. Lin's expectations.

Lin Qing then added the full title of her position in a more playful tone, as if admiring her own mascot.

"The main responsibility is - mobile anomaly detector."

The excited and honored smile on Yotsuya Miko's face froze in an instant.

"Move…move…" She tilted her head, blinked her large, clear eyes, and repeated the unfamiliar word uncertainly, "Detector?"

What position is this?

It sounds... a little different from the cool position you imagined, like "secretary" or "kings agent"?

Her little head was filled with questions. What exactly does this job entail?

Lin Qing looked at her adorable, bewildered expression, and his smile widened. As if afraid she wouldn't understand, he kindly added, in the tone of a capitalist praising cheap labor.

"After all, your enemy-finding ability is top-notch, isn't it?"

Chapter 0005: Want a salary? You still owe me the asylum fee!

Although the job title "Mobile Anomaly Detector" sounds full of some unspeakable flaws, under the potential influence of the [Cognitive Modification Notebook], Yotsuya Miko did not have any substantial doubts about it.

Her mind automatically interpreted this strange title as some highly specialized, internal jargon she couldn't yet comprehend. Mr. Lin was an "expert," so naturally, his vocabulary was steeped in professionalism. She even felt a genuine sense of honor and pride at being entrusted with such an important "detection" responsibility.

This meant she was no longer the powerless person who could only passively endure fear. She had a new identity, a sense of worthiness that could help her "savior." This realization brought a sense of comfort and relaxation to her heart, which had been tightened by fear for years.

She picked up the chair she had knocked over and sat upright again, like a primary school student waiting for a lecture from her teacher.

After accepting her new identity and initially digesting the firm's grand "blueprint", a very realistic idea that belonged to an ordinary high school girl emerged from her mind uncontrollably like mushrooms after rain.

Work...seems like it should all come with a salary, right?

Although it is a great honor to work for Mr. Lin, but... if I can get a little salary, even if it is just a part-time job at a convenience store, it can reduce a lot of burden on the family.

Once this thought comes into my mind, it can never be dispelled.

Yotsuya Miko hesitated for a long time, but finally plucked up the courage, raised her head, and looked at the man with a powerful aura sitting in the boss chair with a look that was a mixture of caution and a slight expectation.

"Um...Mr. Lin..." She nervously grasped the hem of her school uniform with both hands, her voice as soft as a mosquito's. "Excuse me...as an employee of the firm, um...the salary and benefits, roughly...?"

After she asked this question, she immediately regretted it, feeling that she was too utilitarian and had tarnished this sacred "job." She lowered her head nervously, not daring to meet Lin Qing's eyes, preparing for a possible scolding.

However, the expected reprimand did not come.

Instead, there was a three-second, suffocating silence.

She cautiously lifted her eyelids and took a peek. Lin Qing's face was covered with an exaggerated expression of shock, as if he had just heard something unbelievable: "The Earth is actually square."

His eyebrows were raised high, his eyes were slightly widened, and his mouth was half open just right, perfectly interpreting what "unbelievable" meant.

"Salary?"

He repeated the word in an aural tone, full of absurdity.

"You still want salary?"

His reaction frightened Yotsuya Miko more than any harsh reprimand could have. She shuddered with fear, thinking she had asked some utterly taboo question. She was immediately at a loss, her face flushing crimson as she hurriedly apologized.

"I'm...I'm sorry! I didn't mean that! I..."

"No, don't apologize yet." Lin Qing immediately put away his exaggerated expression, and like a Sichuan opera face-changing, he instantly switched to the face of a teacher who was ready to teach an ignorant student. He waved his hand, signaling her to calm down.

"Yotani-san, let's start by clarifying a basic logical question." He leaned forward, crossed his hands on the table, his eyes becoming deep and sincere. "What have I, or the firm, provided for you?"

Without waiting for Yotsuya Kenko to answer, he immediately asked and answered himself, his voice steady and powerful.

"It's shelter! It's the absolute safety that will keep you from being harassed or even killed by those unclean creatures! It's the right to live a normal life again! It's the luxury of a peaceful night's sleep!"

Every word he said was like a heavy hammer, hitting Yotsuya Miko's heart hard, making her recall the days and nights of the past that were too painful to recall and filled with fear.

"Then let me ask you," Lin Qing stared into her eyes, "can this security, this power, this luxury be measured in money?"

Yotsuya Kenko was left speechless by his question and shook her head subconsciously and vigorously.

Indeed, this "shelter" that allowed her to return to a normal life was priceless. She would be willing to exchange it for anything, not to mention money.

"That's right." Seeing her shake her head, Lin Qing clapped his hands in satisfaction, his expression becoming more justified, as if his logic had been perfectly closed. "A priceless service should naturally be charged... priceless, right?"

Yotsuya Kenko nodded in confusion, feeling that this seemed to be the truth.

"Very good." Lin Qing continued his flawless logical trap. "Considering that you are still just a poor student, I have decided not to charge you this 'priceless' fee in the spirit of humanitarianism. Am I being very kind?"

"Yes... yes! Thank you very much!" Yotsuya Miko nodded quickly, her heart full of gratitude.

"But!" Lin Qing changed the subject, his tone becoming serious. "Although I can waive your fees, you cannot accept this gift with a clear conscience. A drop of water should be repaid with a spring of water. This is the traditional virtue of our Yan people. Therefore, you now need to use your labor to repay this priceless 'protection fee' that you owe to the firm."

Asylum...fee?

For the first time, Yotsuya Miko's brain captured this extremely new word to her.

"So, the conclusion is very clear." Lin Qing spread his hands, a smile of "You see the problem is just that simple" appeared on his face, and he made the final and unquestionable judgment.

"Until you completely repay this 'protection fee' through your own labor, you will be in the 'debt repayment internship period.' Forget salary. Strictly speaking, your daily lunch must be counted as the firm's new investment in you. Do you understand, my intern number 001?"

Yotsuya Kenko sat in her chair in a daze, her brain completely shut down.

In just one hour, her worldview was destroyed by evil spirits, reshaped by physical salvation, and now, completely shattered by the capitalist logic of the man in front of her.

It took her more than ten seconds to digest the information in these words.

Then, her inner world erupted in an unprecedented, violent storm of crazy complaints.

Devil! This is the devil! This is definitely a demon in human skin!

He made labor exploitation sound so refreshing and justified, and even made me feel grateful to him?! What kind of PUA rhetoric is this?

Asylum fees?! Debt repayment internship?! Bring your own food?! Isn't this just getting something for nothing, buying labor for free?! How is this any different from those unscrupulous bosses who make their employees work 996 and still cry about how lucky they are?! No! This is even worse than that! At least they still pay!

Oh my god! I just escaped from the tiger's mouth and fell into the wolf's den! No! I fell directly into the devil's trap!