I'm not that kind of person

Above the pavilion, inside the incense burner.

Wisps of smoke drifted away.

Shangguan Changyue then took something out from under the table.

Luo Chen's eyes lit up.

On her slender, white hand, a jet-black ring lay quietly in her palm.

"This is a spatial treasure shaped like a ring."

"But because spatial treasures are extremely rare and their availability is limited, I only managed to find this one, which contains a three-foot cubic space."

Luo Chen was still quite satisfied.

Three feet square is roughly one cubic meter, which is enough for him.

He is not a picky person.

He immediately took the spatial ring and put it on his finger.

"How do I use this?"

He asked curiously.

Seeing that he was satisfied, Shangguan Changyue smiled and said.

"Blood oath is sufficient."

Luo Chen squeezed out a drop of blood and dripped it onto the spatial treasure.

The blood instantly sank into the ring and disappeared.

Luo Chen focused his mind and sensed a faint connection.

Try storing the golden scales from your waist into your spatial ring.

In the blink of an eye, watching the golden scales disappear, Luo Chen revealed a satisfied smile.

It's like receiving a beloved toy.

"You've suddenly been promoted to Demon Suppression Captain, skipping two ranks. Some senior Demon Suppression Envoys, and even some Demon Suppression Captains, might cause you trouble."

Shangguan Changyue's calm voice rang out.

This interrupted Luo Chen's joyful mood.

Luo Chen hesitated for a moment, then said tentatively, "You mean you want me to go out and lay low for a while?"

"No." Shangguan Changyue gently shook her head and glanced at him.

"I'm telling you to go easy on him, don't kill him."

Luo Chen laughed and shook his head repeatedly.

"I'm not that kind of person."

……

three days later.

Hundreds of people gathered in Qingyuan Town early in the morning.

These are all the Demon-Suppressing Guards who participated in the cleanup of Tianduan Mountain.

The square was bustling with people, and the sounds of discussion were incessant.

On the high platform.

Three middle-aged men dressed in scholar's robes were reading documents aloud.

"Yue Wuchang, a third-rank Demon Suppression Captain, led the charge in the siege of Tianduan Mountain, venturing deep into the mountains to rescue two captains and slay more than ten demons. He deserves great credit."

"A second-rank Demon-Suppressing Captain..."

"All Demon-Suppressing Guards, whoever slays a demon will be credited with a minor merit."

"Anyone who participates in this demon-slaying mission will receive a minor commendation!"

After the three civil officials finished reading,

All the Demon-Suppressing Guards below showed joy on their faces.

After the reading was completed, the three civil officials stepped aside.

On the high platform, Shangguan Changyue's stunning figure appeared.

Behind Shangguan Changyue, an official followed closely, carrying a stack of brand-new Demon Suppression Captain robes.

She first looked around at everyone, then spoke.

"In this demon-slaying expedition, Demon-Suppressing Guard Luo Chen killed one Blood Demon and more than ten lesser demons. He even went deep into the Tian Duan Mountain to save my life."

All the Demon Suppression Guards below, including the Demon Suppression Captain, showed expressions of surprise.

Some people know that a Demon Guard accompanied the Commander-in-Chief as he emerged from the depths.

They've discussed it privately as well.

But no one expected that Luo Chen would save Lord Souji.

The most surprised were the Demon Suppression Guards who were close to Luo Chen.

Wang Yue nudged the composed Luo Chen beside him, his eyes still filled with disbelief.

Luo Chen was also somewhat surprised at this moment.

He didn't expect that Shangguan Changyue would not shy away from this matter and would actually say it directly in public.

After all, he nearly died while slaying the demon, but was saved by a demon-suppressing guard.

It will inevitably lead to some loss of face.

After thinking about it for a while, I finally understood.

Suddenly, he was promoted from Demon Suppression Guard to Demon Suppression Captain.

This will attract a lot of doubt and jealousy.

Shangguan Changyue was trying to increase his own leverage, letting people know that his merits and strength were absolutely sufficient for the position of Demon Suppression Captain.

On the high platform.

Shangguan Changyue ignored the commotion below and continued to announce.

"From this day forward, Luo Chen, the Demon Suppression Guard, will officially assume the position of Third-Rank Demon Suppression Captain, stationed at the Demon Suppression Division headquarters, and will no longer be required to take turns patrolling."

An uproar!

Listening to Luo Chen's reward.

The people below could no longer remain calm.

The crowd automatically parted to make way, and Luo Chen straightened his clothes and calmly went up on stage.

Standing beside Shangguan Changyue.

He reached out and took the robe of the Demon Suppression Captain handed to him by the official.

"Demon Suppression Captain Luo Chen will certainly perform his duties diligently and live up to the expectations of the Commander-in-Chief."

Just as the square was bustling with activity.

From inside a tall building deep inside, angry curses could be heard.

"Have you found out anything? What's this kid's background?"

Zhuge Yucheng wiped the water off his hands, looked at the overturned tea set, and said coldly.

Below, a demon-suppressing envoy stood respectfully with his head bowed.

Only after being asked did he dare to step forward and hand over a scroll of manuscript.

The document details Luo Chen's experiences from childhood to adulthood, especially his time joining the Demon Suppression Division a year ago.

"This kid is a genius!"

"This speed of improvement is comparable to that of my older brother."

Put down the manuscript in your hand.

Zhuge Yucheng stroked his chin, looked down at the spirited young man in the square below, and spoke in a cryptic tone.

"You mean what if the newly promoted Demon Suppression Captain dies?"

"Will Nagatsuki be angry?"

The demon slayer was covered in cold sweat, and lowered his head, too afraid to speak.

"waste!"

Zhuge Yucheng snorted coldly.

……

It was approaching evening.

A restaurant in Qingyuan City was bustling with activity.

Today, Luo Chen was promoted to Demon Suppression Captain, so he invited his close colleagues over for a meal.

Even the master blacksmith who once crafted the Golden Scale Blade for him was invited to join the feast.

After all, he had promised, and Luo Chen never broke his word.

Yue Wuchang also arrived, having taken off his solemn captain's robes and put on clean clothes.

Yue Wuchang looked at Luo Chen at this moment, his eyes still filled with undisguised surprise.

The smiling, spirited young man in front of her gradually overlapped with her memories of their first meeting a year ago.

"You haven't changed much. When we first met, I could tell you were insightful, confident, and reserved."

"I just didn't expect you to be such a hidden talent!"

Yue Wuchang sighed, and as he finished speaking, he took another big gulp of strong liquor.

Luo Chen smiled, still showing the same respect for this person as always.

"You flatter me, Captain. I was just lucky, haha."

Upon hearing this, the others did not take it seriously.

Wang Yue sat down next to Luo Chen, emboldened by the alcohol, scratched his head, and said embarrassedly,

"Luo Chen, no, Commandant Luo, your ten Demon Suppression Envoys are still unaccounted for, don't you think? What do you think of me?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Wang Yue shuddered, sobering up halfway. He looked up at Yue Wuchang.

He then gave an embarrassed laugh, "I misspoke while drunk, Lord Yue! My loyalty to you is as clear as day!"

After saying that, Wang Yue gulped down three cups of strong liquor.

His face flushed red instantly, and he dared not circulate his qi and blood.

Luo Chen looked at him without saying anything, but simply toasted Yue Wuchang with a cup.

The moon rises above the middle of the treetops.

The group then dispersed, some going to the brothel together, others rushing to the next event.

When Luo Chen returned to the Liu residence, the effects of the alcohol on his face had dissipated.

He did not disturb Uncle Liu's family, who were already resting.

Silent all night.