Seeing that everything was settled, Lin Xinghai couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. By becoming official employees of the Government Hall, Liu Miaomiao and the others had essentially gained a protective talisman.
At least here in the Lower Level District, no matter if it was a gang or some other power, they would absolutely not dare to touch them openly.
It was worth mentioning that because Liu Miaomiao and the others were quite outstanding in both appearance and ability, Le Cheng had specially raised their salary. They would be able to earn 100 Points a week.
In the Lower Level District, this salary could definitely be considered astronomical, even matching Lin Xinghai's own.
Of course, this was only referring to their base salary.
If the Genetic Potions were also factored in, then the two were still incomparable.
"Alright, congratulations on successfully getting the jobs. Also, it's best if you wait for me to pick you up after work tonight. We still need to be wary of the Axe Gang. Once you move into the Government Hall's employee dorms in a couple of days, you really won't have to worry anymore," Lin Xinghai said with a smile.
"In that case, we won't be able to live together anymore. Won't you feel lonely and empty at night?" Wang Yao leaned close to Lin Xinghai's ear and said in a voice full of temptation.
"In a couple of days, I'll be moving to the Middle Level District. I'm sure life there will be plenty colorful," Lin Xinghai retorted dryly, shutting Wang Yao down.
"Don't worry about us. You're the one who needs to be careful." At this moment, Liu Miaomiao also spoke up. Although her tone was faint, Lin Xinghai could see the concern in her eyes.
"Don't worry!" Lin Xinghai waved his hand, then left the Government Hall with Roger, heading toward the Mercenary Plaza.
...
The Mercenary Plaza was the largest square in the Lower Level District. It was so named because Mercenary Corps had to come here for review and registration before setting out.
Likewise, the process was the same upon their return. Ordinary people who came here could see these Mercenary Corps returning in triumph and what resources they had brought back.
The upper echelons of the Star Shield Shelter had arranged it this way not only to use such a ceremony to raise the status of Mercenaries, but also in the hope that the impressive sight of the Mercenary Corps would attract more people to join the profession.
When Lin Xinghai arrived, the Heaven-Sundering Mercenary Corps was just about ready.
The entire Heaven-Sundering Mercenary Corps had a total of 35 members. It wasn't a large number, but they were quite a conspicuous sight standing in the Mercenary Plaza.
Parked beside them were three Armored Vehicles. These steel behemoths, weighing over fifty tons, gave off an oppressive feeling even when parked silently.
In addition, there were two smaller multi-purpose off-road vehicles in front, but no one dared to underestimate them, because a Heavy Machine Gun was mounted on the roof of each.
Of course, if one had to name the most eye-catching things on the scene, it would undoubtedly be the two five-meter-tall humanoid Mechas.
Whether it was the Vibrating Giant Blades held in their hands, the Micro Missiles loaded on their legs, or the Electromagnetic Railguns slung across their backs, everything about them told people that they were born for slaughter.
"What do you think? It's a pretty stunning sight, isn't it?" Roger said with a smile, looking at Lin Xinghai's expression.
Lin Xinghai couldn't help but nod. It would be a lie to say he wasn't stunned.
Although he had seen a Mecha right after waking from the Hibernation Pod, he had been in a daze at the time. Watching them now was a completely different experience.
"Haha, when our Mercenary Corps bought its first Mecha, I was just as stunned as you are now. And back then, the Mecha's Weapon System wasn't nearly this advanced!" Roger said with a laugh.
At this, Lin Xinghai couldn't help but ask curiously, "If a First Level Mercenary Corps already has equipment like this, then how powerful are the Second Level, or even Third Level Mercenary Corps?"
"A Second Level Mercenary Corps? Actually, they aren't that much stronger than us."
"As long as a Mercenary Corps has three experts with a Genetic Optimization Level over 90%, or possesses three Mechas—meeting either of these two conditions is enough to apply to become a Second Level Mercenary Corps," Roger explained.
"So you're saying we're just one Mecha short." Lin Xinghai looked at the two Mechas in the distance, a trace of envy in his eyes.
It was just like the feeling he'd get seeing a top-tier sports car back in the era he came from.
"That's right," Roger nodded, then added, "Of course, having one more person with a Genetic Optimization Level over 90% would also work."
"The Heaven-Sundering Mercenary Corps has two experts with a Genetic Optimization Level over 90%?" This time, Lin Xinghai was genuinely surprised.
"Yes, both the leader and the vice-leader have a Genetic Optimization Level over 90%, allowing them to fully unleash the performance of the two Mechas. So, in terms of overall strength, we're even stronger than some newly promoted Second Level Mercenary Corps." Roger's face swelled with pride as he said this.
"Alright, let's go! I'll take you to meet the leader and the others."
...
Following Roger's lead, Lin Xinghai drew closer to the crowd, carefully observing his future comrades.
"Hello, Captain Luo!"
"Captain Luo, you're finally here!"
"Captain Luo, is this the new member you mentioned before?"
As they approached, people continuously greeted Roger, and naturally, many of their gazes also fell upon Lin Xinghai.
Roger responded to each of them without breaking his stride, leading Lin Xinghai to the front of the red Mecha.
Four people were standing here, with the other Mercenaries faintly surrounding them in a protective manner. It was clear that they were the higher-ups of this Mercenary Corps.
"Come, let me introduce you. This is the leader of our Mercenary Corps, Fang Tianhe," Roger said, gesturing to the man at the head of the group.
Fang Tianhe had an extremely robust build. Wearing a short tank top, the bulging muscles all over his body were clearly visible, and in addition to the muscles, there was a dense network of scars.
He faintly exuded an oppressive aura, but the expression on his face was quite peaceful. He proactively extended a hand. "Welcome to the Heaven-Sundering Mercenary Corps."
Seeing this, Lin Xinghai quickly reached out and shook his hand.
However, after their hands clasped, Fang Tianhe didn't let go. Instead, he gradually increased the pressure of his grip.
'A test?' Lin Xinghai quickly guessed the man's intention.
But this was within his expectations. After all, what he had told Roger yesterday was simply too incredible. It was almost inevitable that the other party would test him to verify the truth.
So, he didn't panic and also began to increase the force of his own grip.
Soon, the force Lin Xinghai exerted surpassed 10 points of Power and was increasing rapidly.
When the Power he used exceeded 15 points, he could see a trace of approval in Fang Tianhe's eyes.
And when the Power he used exceeded 18 points, the approval in the other man's eyes turned to surprise.
Finally, the Power Lin Xinghai used reached 20 points, and Fang Tianhe could sense that this was already Lin Xinghai's limit.
"Good!" Fang Tianhe said, a little excited, and then released his hand.
Yesterday, Lin Xinghai had been an ordinary person, yet now he could exert 20 points of Power. Without a doubt, he truly did possess a Special Physique that could accelerate the absorption of Genetic Potions.