Just from this 996 theory alone, the examiners dare to conclude that behind Su Yuan are more than one or two powerful figures.

His master, even if not a high-ranking official above the Third Grade in the Immortal Official System, must be the head of a top-level sect.

If not, how could he have summarized such a refined and enlightening management doctrine?

"Such a precious Dragon Slaying Skill, second only to the secret tradition of the ancient royal family that can make a dynasty prosper, that mysterious figure handing this technique to Su Youlin indeed treats this kid as a true heir."

The middle-aged official in a red robe thought to himself:

"Moreover, according to Su Youlin, 996 is just a minor path; 007 is the true great way... This child has a formidable background and an immeasurable future!"

Not only him, but the thoughts of the other red-robed examiners were also similar.

However, with some time left until the end of the three-minute interview deadline, they couldn't just sit idly by.

The examiners decided to probe further.

Perhaps this Su Youlin, could bring them an even greater surprise.

With this thought, an examiner with a stern face sitting on the same side as Huai Lingwei, who had remained silent until then, spoke in a deep voice:

"Su Youlin, your so-called 996 management method is indeed ingenious, but you must know, in poor mountains and evil waters, troublemakers abound."

"Some local bullies in remote towns may not follow your orders."

"Many Immortal Officials, who are all talk and have average practical ability, wanted to implement good policies after taking office, but with local bullies disrupting, good policies turned bad, and they were dismissed within a year after failing the higher-ups' assessment."

"May I ask how you would handle it if local bullies and veterans openly and secretly opposed you?"

Su Yuan raised his hand and casually molded a figure of an official seal from flesh and blood, placing it on the table:

"May I ask the examiner, with this, can 996 be implemented?"

The examiner with the lowest official position responded:

"It can, but you need to know how to compromise and cooperate with local bullies."

Su Yuan smiled slightly, drew a treasure sword from his Dantian, scarlet like blood with black spots like blood drops on the blade, and slapped it on the table:

"Then may I ask the examiner, with this, can 996 be implemented?"

Upon seeing the Chi Yuan Sword, the examiners' pupils suddenly constricted.

Even though the Chi Yuan Sword was disguised with an Immortal Skin Mask, shielding its advanced artifact refining techniques from prying eyes, the Immortal Officials could still sense that it was a Nascent Soul Level demon soldier.

A mere Foundation Establishment Cultivator able to wield a Nascent Soul Level demon soldier already speaks volumes about his formidable background.

The most surprised among the examiners was Huai Lingwei.

Because she had already seen the power of the Tribulation Moon Pearl, and the Chi Yuan Sword was the second Nascent Soul Level Magical Treasure she had seen from Su Yuan.

The two consecutive Nascent Soul Level treasures made this niece of a Third Grade official feel somewhat inferior.

She didn't even have a single Nascent Soul Level treasure.

Moreover, both the Tribulation Moon Pearl and the Chi Yuan Sword have some connections with the Blood Path Demon Dao, sharing the same source with Black Mud and Flesh Tentacles, making Huai Lingwei even more convinced of Su Yuan's identity.

The male examiner was already a bit stammering, staring enviously at the Chi Yuan Sword, saying:

"It can... but if you go too far, you'll be seen as a bandit or traitor."

Su Yuan placed the flesh-and-blood official seal and the Chi Yuan Sword together, smiling lightly:

"With this and this, may I govern a region?"

All the examiners fell silent.

After a while, the senior official in the purple robe slowly spoke, making the final decision:

"Su Youlin is indeed a great talent of this generation, I believe we should give you the highest possible official position."

"But exactly where you will be assigned, we five need to discuss a bit more, so please step out and wait, Su Xiaoyou."

Su Yuan nodded slightly, gathered up his flesh-and-blood official seal and the Chi Yuan Sword, and stood up to leave.

In the room, the examiners in red robes repeatedly reviewed Su Youlin's documents.

One of them couldn't help but say:

"Su Youlin's documents are too misleading, coming from a civilian orphan background, he rose to be a new star of the Demon Dao in Cold Plum World through his own efforts and ruthlessness, revealing no special traits."

"Is this false documentation, or is it the deliberate concealment by that big figure behind him?"

Another examiner in a red robe said:

"Both are possible, but I think the most likely is that unknown being plotting for Cold Plum World."

"This is a resource-rich Great World, with more than one Nascent Soul influence; gaining administrative control over Cold Plum World offers substantial benefits both publicly and privately."

"And I hear a not insignificant force has emerged in Cold Plum World in recent years, led by someone named Flame River."

"This person's origins are unknown, seemingly harboring some secrets, providing yet another hidden benefit of controlling Cold Plum World."

The examiners in red robes discussed while unobtrusively observing their superior with the corners of their eyes.

The senior official in the purple robe said flatly:

"Lingwei, keep an eye on Su Youlin, and if you need any assistance, just let me know."

Huai Lingwei felt a chill in her heart and quickly nodded in agreement.

The other red-robed officials suddenly realized their superior's intention.

Nine out of ten, they were preparing to continuously monitor Su Youlin, analyze the demands of the power behind him through this person's behavior, and at a crucial moment, provide the greatest assistance with the least effort to gain the goodwill of that power.

This was their superior's usual strategy.

And naturally, they, too, must follow closely and immediately keep up.

With the tacit understanding among the five examiners, Su Yuan's official position and governing location were quickly decided.

In the examination hall, the candidates anxiously awaited the final results.

Half an hour later, the temporarily erected room covering the examiners' seats was removed, and the five examiners appeared once again before the candidates.

The male examiner with the lowest official rank started reading out the assignments for the hundred and three immortal official reserves one by one.

"Zhang Jielian, official tier Standard Ninth Grade, position as the Mayor of Qingnong Town, Jinjun County, to take office within three days."

"Liu Jiulong, official tier Junior Ninth Grade, position..."

Su Yuan silently listened to the official assignments being read out.

Unlike the dynasties in his previous life where royal power did not extend to the countryside, in the Celestial Law World, mayors and village heads were also within the Immortal Official System.

Standard Ninth Grade roughly corresponds to a division head level cadre in his previous modern or Blue Star Federation world.

The lowest, Junior Ninth Grade, was equivalent to a deputy division level, who might hold a deputy position in certain county departments or become an influential figure in certain township departments.

Below Junior Ninth Grade, there were junior officials.

Junior officials were mostly held by Qi Cultivation Early Stage Cultivators or even some Mortal Martial Artists, but they couldn't be compared with clerks because junior officials could not become real officials.

To progress, they must wait until reaching the Foundation Establishment Stage and attempt to take the major exam for immortal officials to be promoted from clerks to immortal officials.

Among the hundred and three immortal official reserves, more than half could only hover between Standard Ninth Grade and Junior Ninth Grade, either becoming village heads or town heads or taking a deputy position in the county.

The emphasis was on deepening at the grassroots level.

Being directly promoted to Eighth Grade Immortal Official was very rare.

However, what surprised Su Yuan was that Qi Junxiang, this 'fellow countryman' who didn't spend much money, actually obtained a Junior Eighth Grade position and was assigned to a county named Dragon City as a County Captain.

Su Yuan speculated that Qi Junxiang's ability to become a County Captain might have something to do with his connections.

But, Junior Eighth Grade was the ceiling for candidates without substantive background.

Only those who were willing to spend money, came from prestigious families, and ranked very high in the first two exams, the Second Generation Immortals, could start with a Standard Eighth Grade position.

Among the hundred and three candidates, only four obtained a Standard Eighth Grade position.

This included the chubby Ying Ding, who also served as the County Magistrate in Dragon City County.

Up to this point, only Su Yuan's official position and tier remained undisclosed.

However, Su Yuan already had some expectations.

The only two acquaintances he had were both assigned to Dragon City County, so he figured he too...

Sure enough, the male examiner solemnly announced:

"Su Youlin, official tier Standard Seventh Grade, position as Mayor of Dragon City County, to take office within three days."

"All of those mentioned above can come to Jinling City Government Office tomorrow to receive their corresponding official attire, official seal, and proceed to their assignments via the teleportation array."

After speaking, the male examiner looked at Su Yuan with a complex yet admiring expression.

Having worked diligently to date, he had only reached Junior Sixth Grade, just half a rank higher than this young man with a background that reaches the heavens. It was impossible not to feel envious.

However, in the end, he did not express this envy and slight jealousy, merely said with a smile:

"Fellow Daoist Su Youlin, from now on, I have to call you Lord Su."

Su Yuan politely responded:

"I dare not accept such an honor."

The male examiner chuckled, and the atmosphere in the room became very harmonious.

Many of the newly appointed immortal officials looked at Su Yuan, either enviously or in surprise, their thoughts running wild. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

For others, the highest was only Standard Eighth Grade, and you directly jumped to Standard Seventh Grade?

This is typically a treatment reserved for the direct offspring of Nascent Soul True Monarchs!

This person's background is truly unfathomable!

Meanwhile, Ying Ding and Qi Junxiang, who were also assigned to Dragon City, were filled with both delight and awe.

The delight was naturally because they could continue to hang around with Su Yuan, while the awe was for Su Yuan's terrifyingly deep background.

At the very least, Ying Ding would not dare to speculate again what happened between his superior and Fairy Huai last night.

One day's time flew by, and after receiving his official attire, Su Yuan waved grandly with his two subordinates:

"Set out! Take office in Dragon City!"