In the county yamen, Constable Zhao stood in front of the crowd and carefully observed their expressions.
Most of the remaining people looked like they were struggling with their inner desires. After a while, two of them could not help but take a step forward and collapse to the ground.
Constable Zhao looked regretful and waved his hand, "Take them away."
A few bailiffs came forward and carried the two of them away.
When Constable Zhao walked to the front of the youth, he saw that his face was flushed but his expression was still firm. His gaze was once again filled with admiration.
He walked to Li Mu and saw that his expression was normal. He was not affected by the illusion at all.
Not only that, but there was also a trace of reminiscence on his face …
Constable Zhao praised in his heart. This young constable from Yangqiu county had a firm mind that was different from ordinary people. Whether it was the temptation of money or beauty, nothing could move him in the slightest.
This kind of person, whether he was an official or an official, would be a clear stream.
I wonder what he's reminiscing about. Could it be his wife?
To be able to think of such a method to break through the illusion, he must be a lovestruck person …
Constable Zhao looked at Li Mu and felt very gratified.
This young constable from Yangqiu county had a firm mind and a high level of cultivation. He could be put to an important position.
And that youth's mind was not bad either. He was a promising talent. With a bit of training, he could be of great use.
Finally, he looked at Li Si and his face was filled with astonishment.
He had thought that this person would be the first to succumb to the temptation of beauty. He did not expect him to hold on for so long. Not only was there no hesitation or struggle on his face, he even had a mocking expression. It was as if he did not care about the temptation of the illusion …
Constable Zhao withdrew the illusion and looked at Li Si with astonishment. Then, he said to the rest of the people, "Congratulations on passing the second test. As an official, you must not only withstand the test of wealth, but also the temptation of beauty. Your performance was very good. From now on, you are officially constables of the county yamen."
Everyone heaved a sigh of relief and relaxed expressions appeared on their faces.
At this moment, Constable Zhao continued, "However, before you enter the yamen, I still have to give you a third test. Those who can pass the third test and perform outstandingly can become my assistant and be exempted from the duty of patrolling the streets."
Li Mu was quite tempted when he heard this. Patrolling the streets was a very time-consuming thing. If he could avoid patrolling the streets, he would have enough time to do his own things. He just didn't know what the third test was.
If he couldn't get through it on his own, he could only rely on the Clear Heart Art.
Constable Zhao raised the bronze mirror again. Li Mu's vision suddenly turned pitch-black.
A ferocious and terrifying ghost face appeared from the darkness and flew towards Li Mu.
The illusion could magnify his fear. Li Mu subconsciously tightened his grip on Baiyi, but then he realized it was just an illusion. He let the ghost face pass through his body.
At the same time, several figures in the courtyard couldn't help but take a step back the moment the ghost shadow pounced on them, directly leaving the illusion.
That evil ghost was at least a Third Realm ghost. In their fear, they couldn't control their actions.
When they left the illusion and observed their surroundings, they finally heaved a sigh of relief. However, they still had lingering fears.
Constable Zhou looked at them and said, "As a constable, other than being able to resist all kinds of temptations, you also need to have a certain amount of courage. Those who are afraid of death can never become good constables. Your minds are still firm, but your courage still needs to be honed."
A few of them looked guilty. They looked at the others who were still standing at the same spot with admiration.
Li Mu was in the darkness. All kinds of demonic ghosts kept jumping out from all around him. Sometimes, they were repulsive evil ghosts. Sometimes, they were zombies with murderous auras. Sometimes, they were ferocious demons …
In the illusion, the auras of these demonic ghosts were extremely real. When one's fear was magnified, they couldn't even distinguish between illusion and reality.
However, whether it was the Core Condensation realm demonic cultivators, jumping zombies, or even the Primordial Spirit of the Dongxuan Heretical Cultivation, Li Mu had fought with them before. These illusions couldn't disturb his state of mind at all.
As time passed, a few more people were scared away by the illusion. Only three people remained standing at the same spot.
One of them was the youth. Although he looked scared, his expression was still determined.
The other person was a skinny youth with a pale face. His expression was wooden, but he didn't look like he was scared by the demonic ghosts in the illusion. Instead, he looked like he had seen through life and death …
The last person's expression was very calm. He didn't seem to be afraid of the demonic ghosts at all.
Under everyone's gaze, he didn't retreat. Instead, he took a step forward and directly stepped out of the illusion.
Constable Zhao put away the bronze mirror and looked at Li Mu with admiration. He said, "What guts. Could it be that you've fought with these evil beings in Yangqiu County?"
Li Mu nodded and didn't deny it.
The demonic ghosts in the illusion were only at the Third Realm. The zombies were just jumping zombies. Li Mu had seen Fourth Realm demonic cultivators, Soul Realm demonic cultivators, and even Flying Stiff. How could he be scared by those things?
At this moment, Li Si and the youth also woke up from the illusion.
The youth's body was already drenched in sweat. His face was very pale as he stood there, panting heavily.
Constable Zhao patted his shoulder and said, "With your cultivation, it's already very good that you could last this long."
His gaze finally landed on Li Si. If the previous two people were both cultivators with strong wills who didn't fear temptations or demonic ghosts, then this person was just a mortal. Constable Zhao still couldn't understand why the county government would promote such a person from the county government …
But it was precisely such a mortal who could pass the three tests without any ripples. Similarly, he wasn't tempted by money or beauty. He had enough courage to pass the tests that most Soul Condensing Realm cultivators couldn't pass. This also showed that he wasn't that ordinary.
Constable Zhao looked suspicious and asked Li Si, "Aren't you afraid of death?"
Li Si was expressionless. He said, "What's there to be afraid of death? I don't want to live anyway …"
Constable Zhao sized up Li Si for a long time but couldn't see anything special about him. He also didn't know if he passed the three tests or not.
He thought for a long time and walked into a hall. He said to a man, "County Governor, how should we deal with this person?"
The man said, "Let him stay."
Constable Zhao hesitated. "But he's just a mortal. According to the rules …"
The man said, "He was specifically asked for by the County Governor."
Constable Zhao was stunned. After he came to his senses, he didn't ask any more questions.
According to the rules, those who were selected from the county yamen were the best among the local constables. They still had to pass the county yamen's test before they could officially work in the county capital.
But since the County Governor had spoken, it wasn't difficult to make an exception for a mortal who had never cultivated.
In the county yamen, everyone stood together and waited for the results.
Li Si suddenly realized something. He looked at Li Mu and asked, "If I didn't pass the test just now, would I be able to go back?"
Li Mu nodded and said, "In principle, yes."
Li Si slapped his thigh and said regretfully, "Why didn't I think of that just now!"
Constable Zhao walked out again and said to the crowd, "Congratulations to all of you for passing the pre-employment test. I'll bring you to your living quarters."
Li Si suddenly walked forward and said, "Sir Constable, I'm a greedy person and am easily tempted by money. I'm afraid I can't take on big responsibilities …"
Constable Zhao smiled and said, "You can slowly change in the future."
Li Si was stunned and said, "I'm also greedy for women. I feel uncomfortable if I don't go to the brothel every day."
Constable Zhao cupped his hands and said, "It's good to be energetic."
Li Si continued, "I'm a coward. I'll run away when I see demons, ghosts, and evil creatures."
Constable Zhao praised him, "Constables also have to cherish their lives. If you can win, fight. If you can't win, run. This is a very wise behavior."
Li Si stopped pretending and asked, "What will it take for you to chase me away?"
Constable Zhao smiled and said, "You passed three tests. Why would I chase you away? The county yamen is a big family. In the future, treat this place as your own home. Don't be shy …"
The County Governor's Manor.
A young man was standing in the middle of the room and reporting to a middle-aged man.
The middle-aged man tapped the table with his index finger and said, "You said that he passed three tests. Money and beauty didn't tempt him, and he wasn't scared by the third illusion?"
The young man nodded and said in surprise, "He's just an ordinary person. How could he pass these three tests …"
"He's worthy of being chosen by Miaomiao …" The middle-aged man smiled and said, "Let him see me."
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