As Cai Dong spoke, he directly reached out and used his spear, making a thrusting motion forward. The thrust he made was swift and powerful, clearly looking as if he had trained for several years.
This action immediately stunned the Blue Star Humans nearby, because they could clearly see that Cai Dong’s thrusting motion was indeed very powerful.
It was not an action that ordinary people could perform.
At least for these Blue Star Humans who had previously lived with the wasteland races, such techniques using spears or long lances were simply difficult to learn.
If it were techniques for scimitars or axes, that would be different.
This was due to some differences in weapon usage that extended from their Spiritual Realm Followers, which could well distinguish their types.
This was also why these Blue Star Humans were surprised when they saw Cai Dong perform such a clean and crisp spear technique.
“You mean the spear techniques you currently possess are actually derived from spiritual realm inheritance? That’s truly incredible.”
Some Blue Star Humans were now staring at Cai Dong with wide eyes, somewhat disbelieving.
“There’s nothing incredible about it. I once heard that there’s something called a ‘specialty’ in the spiritual realm. If you have this kind of specialty inheritance, then you can use various special techniques, including spear techniques.”
And some other knowledgeable Blue Star Humans suddenly spoke up, saying with great surprise, “I never thought that this powerful human empire could even bestow specialties. That means this human empire possesses far too many spiritual realm mark inheritances.”
“Specialty, oh, I’ve heard of it. I never thought such a thing truly existed. My goodness, Lord Shen Mu is truly too strong; he can even directly bestow inheritances like specialties upon us.” The other Blue Star Humans all widened their eyes, looking at the spear in Cai Dong’s hand, their eyes growing more and more excited.
Because they all knew what a specialty, this kind of spiritual realm mark inheritance, was—a special kind of inheritance comparable to spells or skills.
If used well, the effect it brought was no less than the attack or amplification effects of spells or spell-like abilities.
Even when the Diesel Company was still around, if such a spiritual realm mark inheritance was discovered by oneself and not yet absorbed, and if the Diesel Company saw it, they would definitely come and directly seize it. If that failed, there might even be knife fights and loss of life.
This was enough to prove how precious these spiritual realm mark inheritances truly were.
But now, Lord Shen Mu directly bestowed this specialty upon himself completely when he leveled up.
How could this not surprise these Blue Star Humans?
“Could it be that these small techniques in my mind for using long-handled scythes and one-handed axes also belong to specialties?” At this moment, other Blue Star Humans also seemed to have thought of something, subconsciously gripping the long-handled weapons in their hands, though they were now spears.
However, they still had the experience of using long-handled scythes in their minds, and now also the experience of using spears, as they had already transformed from Swadian Recruits into Swadian Militia.
They had already completed the upgrade.
And thinking about it now, they also had some experience on how to use their hunting crossbows for shooting.
Although it wasn't enough to form a specialty like Cai Dong, they also knew how to use the weapons in their hands, including how to form tactical plans to maximize their advantages.
Previously, they had only thought that these were just small experiences taught to them by the human empire, but they never expected that this spiritual realm mark inheritance belonged to the specialty level of spiritual realm power.
“That’s right, this should be a specialty. I can clearly sense that upon reaching the Swadian Light Infantry level, the abilities possessed by these specialties have become even more profound.”
Cai Dong nodded, agreeing strongly with their words.
He also lifted his foot and stomped the nomadic boots he was wearing, and he could feel the strength in his legs, allowing him to run quickly, more so than ordinary running before, and he gained experience on how to run faster and save more energy.
This should also be a running-related specialty.
“Lord Shen Mu truly always brings us surprises. He is truly too powerful, and the human empire behind him is even more powerful to an unknown extent.” The other Blue Star Humans all exclaimed.
One must know that they had now seen that all of their soldiers had unified standard equipment, and they could also be given unified spiritual realm mark inheritances, which were unified skills and specialties.
That’s right, even skills and specialties could be standardized and distributed to all soldiers. This human empire, which had already standardized its management, extended its reach to the most grassroots soldiers.
This was enough to prove the human empire’s control over everyone within its borders.
At least it was no longer comparable to the ordinary human duchies and kingdoms under the medieval feudal system that they had heard about from the desert races.
“Alright, we just need to ensure our respect for Lord Shen Mu. Next, we need to continue leading these soldiers to level up diligently.” Cai Dong waved to the senior managers and middle-level managers, then said, “You all worked hard last night. Today, rest well at home. Gather again in the evening, and it’s still the usual meeting spot. Also, remember to find 20 people to let them also receive Lord Shen Mu’s spiritual realm inheritance.”
“Understood.” These Blue Star Humans, who had worked hard all night, all nodded and then led their Swadian soldiers towards their residences.
They hadn't slept all night and were quite exhausted from the night of fighting. They forced themselves to come to Shen Mu to report and upgrade, also wanting to see what the so-called upgrade was like.
Now that they had seen the real upgrade and gained its benefits, their hearts had calmed down, and they were at peace, as if they had taken a calming pill.
Then a surge of excited fatigue and exhaustion came from deep within their bodies, and they really should get some good rest.
Of course, they also needed to eat breakfast. Among the Blue Star Humans, there was a unified place for food preparation. They just needed to go eat their fill, then get a good night’s sleep.
So, they all dispersed.
Even Cai Dong walked towards the breakfast cafeteria. At this moment, he also saw Zhang Bo waiting for him at the intersection ahead, so he quickly walked over and greeted him with a smile, “Bo Ge, I’m here. Let’s go eat breakfast together.”
“Mm, let’s eat breakfast together.” Zhang Bo nodded, and at the same time, looking at Cai Dong, who was now wearing chainmail, holding a spear, and looking like a regular soldier, a look of admiration appeared in his eyes: “Is this what you look like after upgrading?”
“That’s right, this is what I look like after upgrading.” Cai Dong nodded, a smile on his face: “Swadian Light Infantry belongs to the regular army level within that human empire, and it’s already very powerful.”
Cai Dong described all the specialties possessed by the Swadian Light Infantry, and also clearly explained the power of the spiritual realm mark inheritance he felt to Zhang Bo, without any concealment.
“The power of a specialty, this is truly strong. I really didn’t expect that human empire to be so powerful that even specialties have standardized equipment.” Zhang Bo’s eyes also showed a look of astonishment at this moment, looking at Cai Dong with disbelief.
If weapons and armor could have standardized equipment, Zhang Bo would believe it, but for even specialties to have standardized equipment, that was truly a bit incredible.
This indicated that the human empire had truly reached a certain level of power, which was why it could possess such a formidable system of standardized equipment.
“Yes, but fortunately, this human empire is on our side.” Cai Dong smiled, and at the same time, looking at the timid little monsters beside Zhang Bo, a helpless expression also appeared on his face: “Honestly, Bo Ge, why don’t you also change all your Spiritual Realm Followers to humans? These little monsters, besides being able to assist you, I don’t feel they offer any other help. Humans can also assist you.”
“Alright, don’t talk about that. I’m used to these little monsters. In fact, they are also magic races; they can also help cast some special low-level spells, but currently, due to the rules, they cannot cast them.” Zhang Bo didn’t say much and continued walking with Cai Dong towards the place to eat breakfast.
Seeing Zhang Bo not directly respond, Cai Dong also smiled and didn’t say much. After all, as long as he was there, if Zhang Bo wanted to convert his Spiritual Realm Followers, it would be easy. After all, Lord Shen Mu was very approachable; it would just be a matter of cutting in line and adding a slot.
Breakfast consisted of stewed wheat porridge and toasted bread slices, along with stewed cabbage, carrots, and pumpkins, like a mush, and the taste was quite good.
And as senior managers, they also had smoked fish, cured meat, and sausages as extra side dishes.
After everyone finished eating, they planned to go to sleep.
“Oh, by the way, Bo Ge, Lord Shen Mu also asked us to select 20 middle-level managers to be promoted to Spiritual Realm Commanders. In that case, you decide, Bo Ge.” Cai Dong said this while looking at Zhang Bo.
“Alright, I’ll handle the distribution. If those senior managers were to decide themselves, there would be some issues. If you were to decide, some people wouldn’t be convinced. So, I’ll decide myself; that’s better.” Zhang Bo thought for a moment and nodded twice, agreeing with his suggestion.
“That’s it, Bo Ge. With you here, I feel much more at ease.” Cai Dong smiled, as for him, Zhang Bo was a family member he trusted deeply. After saying this, he went to his town residence to sleep.
Zhang Bo, however, did not sleep. Instead, he watched Cai Dong’s departing back and walked to the side.
As a Prophecy-type Mage, his mental strength was quite sufficient. Even if he didn’t sleep for a day and a night, it wouldn’t matter. This was the mental talent and resilience of a mage.
Cai Dong also knew this, which was why he didn’t invite Zhang Bo to go back and sleep together.
At this moment, Zhang Bo also arrived at a nearby corner, a place where middle-level managers usually liked to gather and chat with each other, in a slightly open space in the middle of a warehouse area.
“Lord Zhang Bo is here! Make way! Make way! Lord Zhang Bo is coming over.” At this moment, many Blue Star Humans saw Zhang Bo approaching and all stood up, actively and eagerly complimenting him.
“Mm, nothing much, I just came to take a look.” Zhang Bo glanced at these middle-level managers, and from them, he selected 20 policy managers with whom he had relatively good relations, and said to them, “Today, you will follow me to see Lord Shen Mu to complete your transformation into Spiritual Realm Commanders.”
“Ah, Big Brother Zhang Bo, is it that sudden?” Those Blue Star Humans had completely not expected it. They were originally chatting with each other, and then Zhang Bo came over and directly told them to go undergo the Spiritual Realm Commander transformation. This surprise came too suddenly.
“And others don’t have to worry. Tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, the day after that, and in the future, there will always be 20 slots, and I will select from among you.” Zhang Bo smiled, looking at the middle-level managers with some shock and jealousy in their eyes, and calmly stated, “Moreover, this slot is entirely decided by me, without needing to refer to anyone else’s opinions. So, if any of you have talents, feel free to come and show them to me. If I feel your talents are sufficient, then I will let you undergo the slot transformation first.”
“Ah, it can be like this? Big Brother Zhang Bo, you are truly too good.” These Blue Star Humans all became pleasantly surprised. They were all middle-level managers. The reason they gathered here and not next to the senior executives was because when the list was submitted, they all united to sideline those senior executives, which led to them being out of favor and even ostracized. In desperation, they could only come here to band together.
They never expected that after banding together here, there would be an unexpected surprise, and it was an opportunity brought to them by Zhang Bo, who had provided them with the chance to band together in the first place.
Surprised expressions appeared on each of their faces, and their gazes towards Zhang Bo also held more gratitude.
After all, for them, Zhang Bo had truly saved their lives, and now Zhang Bo also had 20 recommendation slots every day. Didn’t that mean they could follow Zhang Bo and then become Spiritual Realm Commanders?
And Zhang Bo, looking at the excited expressions on their faces, his lips also curved into a smile. Now, he was starting to make his move. (End of Chapter)