CHAPTER 64: CHAPTER 64: THE SCENT OF ’CANDY

Su Tu stood in the cultivation field, two faint shadows flickered behind him.

"Currently, I still can’t switch forms within the residual shadows."

Now, he could already manifest two residual shadows, but they only lasted less than a second, which was sufficient.

In a battle, just a momentary distraction could decide life or death.

This Void Jump not only increased his speed but also distracted the enemy’s attention, making it a practical body technique.

He adjusted his breathing slightly, and two notifications appeared in front of him.

[You won a battle, Fighting Proficiency +30, Body Strengthening Proficiency +10]

[You diligently studied Void Jump, Fighting Proficiency +10, Body Strengthening Proficiency +5]

[Fighting (Middle Tier): 730/1000]

[Strengthen Body (Middle Tier): 815/1000]

The results from the previous fight with Xiong Laile and the cultivation results popped out together.

"Looking at this comparison, it’s still better to participate in events to gain more proficiency."

Su Tu rubbed his chin.

"If that training camp truly opens, then my proficiency could surge significantly."

He had basically figured out the system’s definition of ’events.’

Just like the previous fight with Xiong Laile, with spectators and impact, the system judged it as an ’event.’

Proficiency gained from it would be much more than daily cultivation.

If Xiong Laile’s news about the training camp was true, it would be a fast track for Su Tu.

Considering this, Su Tu hoped for the commencement of the training camp.

He cleared his thoughts, glanced at his phone, it was about five o’clock.

Then he tidied up, planning to go to the Martial Arts Department to get his certificate processed.

Nowadays, North Sea’s streets were filled with martial arts gyms.

Martial arts and martial artist discussions echoed in every corner.

People quickly embraced martial arts as money and privilege drove many towards madness.

Many foresighted parents already started involving their children with martial arts when they just started school.

Billboard advertisements on office buildings switched from celebrities to a fit, crew-cut man as a spokesperson.

Su Tu saw this man on his phone, known as the martial artist who saved a girl mid-air on a short video platform.

In just half a month, martial culture began integrating into people’s daily lives.

This made Su Tu sigh a little.

The Martial Arts Department’s location was very prominent in North Sea’s center, Su Tu found it quickly.

It managed all martial artist-related matters, including issuing stipends and handling cases.

Even though it was already five in the afternoon, many were still conducting business inside the Martial Arts Department.

"Hello." Su Tu approached a service window and spoke.

A lightly made-up woman sat at the front desk, her aura was just that of an ordinary person.

"Hello, how may I help you?"

The woman looked up at Su Tu, her voice friendly.

"Is this where I get the Martial Artist Certificate?"

Su Tu inquired.

"Yes, you can process your Martial Artist Certificate here, do you need to apply for one?"

"Yes."

"Alright, per the Martial Arts Department’s regulations, the minimum requirement for the certificate is martial arts cultivation at the Peeping Branch Realm, and..."

The woman looked up at Su Tu, explaining the certificate processing details.

Truthfully, she had received several people applying for the certificate, but almost everyone interrupted her introduction.

Only this young man listened patiently, with a smile, which was pleasantly surprising.

"Alright, how does one certify the martial arts realm exactly?"

After hearing the woman’s official spiel, Su Tu asked.

"Wait a moment, I’ll walk you through the certification process, then you’ll undergo cultivation certification. Once verified, you will qualify for special privileges and a monthly stipend."

The staff patiently explained to Su Tu.

"Thank you for your help."

"It’s our duty," the woman replied politely, soon completing the processing.

The so-called martial artist certification—she brought out a circular device with a palm print on it. By placing a hand on it, it automatically verified the cultivation realm.

Meanwhile, information would be synchronized and uploaded.

Within a few minutes, Su Tu completed the certification.

As the certification ended, the Martial Artist Certificate was ready. The staff handed Su Tu a small booklet with gold-trimmed edges.

"Here’s your Martial Artist Certificate. You don’t need to carry it with you. You can enjoy martial artists’ privileges through iris scans, fingerprints, etc."

"Thank you."

Su Tu took the certificate, opened the cover, and inside was a photo of him, along with his name, gender, and cultivation information.

He put the certificate away.

Then he asked how to claim the stipend.

Learning he could apply on the official website, Su Tu prepared to leave.

As he exited the Martial Arts Department, he encountered a man in white approaching.

This man had a kindly appearance with a smiling face, like a natural smile. As Su Tu exited, he courteously stepped aside, gesturing for Su Tu to go first.

Su Tu didn’t hesitate and proceeded ahead.

However, as they passed each other, Su Tu’s eyes twitched slightly.

At the same time, the man’s steps forward also paused momentarily, but in an instant, he continued walking into the Martial Arts Department without hesitation.

Su Tu turned to observe the man’s back.

"It’s the ’Candy’ aura."

In his inner heavens, feelings of longing constantly surged, that was Xue Yue yearning.

And what could provoke Xue Yue’s active response so far was only the remnant faith of the Blood Mother.

"That man is from the Three Deceits Cult!"

After the last incident, Su Tu checked the forums for information on the Three Deceits Cult.

The Three Deceits Cult worshiped three gods: Blood Mother of Compassion, Bone Father of Kindness, and Divine Son of Muddy World.

With the ’Candy’ aura on him, this man was certainly linked to the Three Deceits Cult, possibly even a member!

Recently, Li Hu had been leading a blockade and search for cult members everywhere.

Assuming these guys were lying low, it didn’t seem so simple now...

He took out his phone to call Li Hu, to inform him of the situation.

Suddenly, a hand firmly pressed on his shoulder.

The man in white had somehow returned, standing behind Su Tu, smiling broadly.

Su Tu felt a terrifying force suppress his inner energy instantly.

Within mere moments, his energy was locked in his apertures.

Su Tu’s eyes narrowed sharply, and he thought to himself.

"Damn it!"