DEM Chapter 4: Time to Give the Demonic Senior a Little Shock

Su Yuan was unaware of Uncle Wang’s inner turmoil, nor had he gained any profound insights from the mental technique.

He was merely acting on instinct, practicing the Eighteen Divine Pitchfork Forms he’d just learned.

From beginner to novice, to proficient, to mastery, and finally to perfection—all in less than fifteen minutes.

Of course, this wasn’t because Su Yuan suddenly had an epiphany. It was because… the damn system reward had randomly upgraded the Eighteen Divine Pitchfork Forms to perfection!

When Su Yuan emerged from the exhilarating sensation of hyper-enhanced comprehension, mastering a skill in one go, he couldn’t help but want to curse.

What the hell was the point of mastering a pitchfork technique? It’s not like it’s tested on the college entrance exam!

But since it had already happened, no amount of complaining would change it.

It was a free reward from the system, so it wasn’t a loss no matter how he used it.

Besides, after perfecting the Eighteen Divine Pitchfork Forms, Su Yuan realized the technique wasn’t without merit.

With this skill, when he retired in old age, he could at least be a head security guard.

Comforting himself with this thought, Su Yuan grew increasingly eager for the newbie task’s reward.

If a random side task could upgrade a skill to perfection, what would the newbie task’s reward be like?

Just then, a ding-dong sounded in Su Yuan’s ear.

[You have fully absorbed the demonic senior’s entire expertise and mastered it to perfection, yet that old fool still hasn’t seen through the abyss-like darkness beneath your innocent exterior!]

That familiar tone! This damn system was slandering an honest person again!

What abyss-like darkness? He was pure and consistent inside and out, alright?

[This is the demonic path, a bloody road filled with darkness and betrayal.]

[Villain Task Triggered]

[Task: Rule a Domain]

[Now is the time to give the demonic senior a little shock! Gradually erode his status, seize his authority, and fork down the righteous prodigies before he does, establishing yourself as the new master of this demonic domain!]

[Task Progress: Reputation (0/1000)]

[Task Reward: Demonic Technique Grade Enhancement (Self-Selected)]

Seeing the new task, Su Yuan instantly shook off his fatigue.

The system’s tone was ridiculously over-the-top, but stripping away the fluff, the task was straightforward.

All he had to do was be a good security guard, stop delivery guys from entering, and his reputation score would likely increase.

And the task reward was a big deal: a demonic technique grade enhancement, not some random pick, but one he could choose!

Though he wasn’t sure how the system defined “demonic technique,” he was determined to complete this task.

Originally, Su Yuan had been wondering how to tactfully quit the security job after learning the Eighteen Divine Pitchfork Forms.

But with this long-term task, he could now be a security guard with peace of mind.

“Uncle Wang, I’d like to try intercepting some delivery guys. Do you think my skills are up to it?”

Su Yuan asked with an eager look.

By now, Uncle Wang had recovered from his initial shock and laughed heartily. “At this point, there’s nothing left for me to teach you except real combat.”

“But it’s almost four in the morning. You still want to patrol with me?”

It was indeed nearing four a.m., and Su Yuan hadn’t slept a wink, but he brushed it off. “Staying up all night is no big deal.”

Experts recommended four hours of sleep for Qi Refining cultivators, but Su Yuan didn’t buy it.

With a Qi Refining cultivator’s physique, staying up all night was like skipping a nap for a regular person, hardly an issue.

Uncle Wang didn’t press further. “Alright, I’ll count this as a six-hour night shift, sixty yuan per hour. I’ll take you to collect your pay when the finance office opens.”

“Thanks, Uncle Wang.”

Su Yuan was quietly delighted. Learning skills and earning wages, he almost felt a bit embarrassed.

Uncle Wang added, “In about an hour, it’ll be the breakfast peak when residents order. Dozens, maybe hundreds, of delivery guys will try to sneak into the neighborhood. That’s your best chance to make a name for yourself!”

Su Yuan paused.

Uncle Wang patted his shoulder. “Though you’ve learned the most important mental technique for security, you can’t be too slick when you’re just starting out. It’s fine to intercept delivery guys before they deliver.”

“That way, they’ll fear you.”

Su Yuan nodded. This aligned perfectly with his goal of gaining reputation.

Time flew by, and an hour later, dawn broke on the horizon.

A delivery guy stood on his flying sword, gazing at the brightly lit, cozy neighborhood in the distance. To him, it looked like a demon king’s fortress. Just looking at it made sweat bead on his forehead.

“That’s the neighborhood guarded by Security Wang. Just two days ago, even one of the four emperors of the delivery world, the Cyan Lotus Sword Emperor, fell to him! Can I… really make it out unscathed?”

The delivery guy muttered under his breath.

But thinking of the customer’s tempting tip, a spark of determination flashed in his eyes. “Even if I get caught, so what? As long as I deliver before they grab me, it’s worth it! Let’s do this!”

With that resolve, he channeled his spiritual energy, pushing his flying sword to near its maximum speed, transforming into a streak of light and charging toward the customer’s residence!

But the moment he entered the neighborhood, a figure blocked his path!

It was a teenager in a security uniform, casually standing on a flying pitchfork.

The teenager wore a harmless smile, exuding no trace of aggression.

That teenager was none other than Su Yuan.

“Security Wang isn’t that young. A new guard?!”

The delivery guy was startled at first, but after probing, he was thrilled.

Just a part-time high school kid with mid-stage Qi Refining cultivation.

With his own sixth-layer Qi Refining strength, bypassing this kid to deliver would be a piece of cake.

With a thought, he urged his flying sword forward to slip past Su Yuan.

But just as he moved a mere inch, a chilling sensation surged through him like a tidal wave.

The delivery guy halted again, looking at Su Yuan with uncertainty.

“This kid’s full of openings, so why do I feel like if I move, I’ll be firmly forked? An illusion?”

“This neighborhood prohibits unauthorized entry. Please place the delivery in the locker.”

Su Yuan spoke with a smile.

The delivery guy hesitated.

Should he trust his instincts or go for it?

Time ticked by. After a ten-second standoff, the delivery guy gritted his teeth, stomped his foot, and pushed his flying sword to its limit, charging toward the customer’s location!

But in the next instant, a massive force struck his chest. Looking down, he saw that despite his speed exceeding three hundred kilometers per hour, an anti-riot pitchfork had pinned him in place, leaving him immobile.

His flying sword, after zooming a short distance, sheepishly returned.

What shocked the delivery guy even more was that Su Yuan’s fork, aside from stopping him, caused no discomfort.

Effortless precision, this was the level of a pitchfork grandmaster.

“I concede. From now on, when delivering to Feiyun Neighborhood, I won’t dare cross the line!”

The delivery guy solemnly cupped his hands toward Su Yuan, then asked, “May I have your esteemed ‘name’?”

“Security, Su Yuan.”

[Reputation +7]

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