Chapter 78: Reputation Takes Flight

  The interior of the system was still full of science fiction colors, and in the center of the spacious hall was a three-dimensional transparent screen. In the center of the screen were four large characters "Name and Fame"! Su Jin rarely came here, usually exchanging works, techniques and other things, which could be directly summoned to the front of the exchange screen. He vaguely remembered that the last time he came here was when he achieved his first system achievement, and Su Jin remembered that the four characters on the screen at that time were "Small Fame"!

  Under the words "Fame Soars" is displayed the current fan situation: Recognized fans 560,000, Appreciation fans 1,000, Respectful fans 221, Worshiping fans 78. Below that are the requirements for the next stage of fans: Recognized fans 1 million, Appreciation fans 10,000.

  It turns out that Su Jin is now rarely concerned with his fan situation. He's a typical pragmatist, and although he doesn't have many fans, it's enough for him. As time went on, even he had almost forgotten about it. It wasn't until today when the system reminded him that he suddenly remembered that this was one of the main settings of his own system. It seems like this is where his own system is most against the heavens.

  At first, when he gained some fame, the skills of public speaking and leading by example that he acquired were of great help to him. The power of public speaking still gives him a thrilling feeling to this day. And leading by example has given him the capital to truly realize his dreams. Su Jin suddenly thought to himself whether he had neglected the main storyline of the system's upgrade.

  At first, just reaching level one gave himself such a big boost, if he could raise his rank even higher, who knows how heaven-defying it would be. "Looks like I'll have to spend more effort on my fans in the future." Su Jing said quietly to himself.

  Rank: Lieutenant. (After a period of training, I'm delighted to see your rank promoted to lieutenant. Although this is still an insignificant level, it's at least a promotion for you. However, I believe the greatest benefit this rank brings to you is that you can appoint two squad leaders to assist you.)

  Ranking skills: Neijiaquan level 1 or Physical Enhancement level 1 or Spiritual Meditation level 1. (As a lieutenant officer, compared to those junior rookie officers, you should have at least more experience. Choosing a suitable combat skill is your top priority. Believe me, sufficient strength can protect your interests. Personal strength is also an important part of this. Different attack skills represent different civilization systems. Friendly reminder: it's best to choose skills that are closely related to the civilization you've chosen, which will be very important for you later on.)

  Position: Squad Leader. Subordinate Sergeants: 0/2. Subordinate Soldiers: 0/20. (Although you've been promoted to a higher rank, no doubt you're still a frontline role, also known as cannon fodder. Try to find enough subordinates, it will be very helpful for you.)

  Positional skills are inseparable. (Personal strength is negligible, and to truly stand out in this world, one must rely on the power of the collective. The military is the most adept at collective cooperation, even among cultures that emphasize individual combat. Unifying subordinates can unleash astonishing power.)

  It seems that this is all the changes brought about by the system upgrade that can be found in the system. Su Jin carefully analyzed it, and the system's expression was not difficult to understand. Overall, what made Su Jin most excited was the auxiliary skill of military rank. As a Su Jin who had gone through countless mysterious tests in the later generations, how could he not be curious about those legendary secret books? However, he also knew that all this was just the author's fantasy, and it was impossible to exist in reality.

  But when all this suddenly appeared in the system, even Su Meng had a dizzying feeling. Has future technology already developed such legendary things? This is completely unscientific! In theory, these can be swept into feudal rubbish and scientific and technological systems are two different systems, right? The system won't be fooling itself, will it?!

  Su Jin suddenly felt countless grass mud horses running through his mind! Forget it, whether it's true or false, one try will tell! Since the system has marked it out so seriously, the details won't be just for its own amusement. If it's real, wouldn't he have made a profit? With this mindset, Su Jin began to select skills.

  In fact, there was no need to choose at all. It was obvious that the three skills corresponded to the three civilizations. And in the prompt, the system also explicitly stated that the host should choose a skill that matches their own culture. Su Jin believed that the system would not give random prompts. He casually clicked on the option for Neijiaquan Level 1, and instantly the option for Neijiaquan expanded on the screen.

  Neijiaquan: Originated from ancient Huaxia, it was originally a martial art for killing enemies. Later, after being compiled, it became a military skill that combines health preservation, self-defense, enemy elimination, and physical training as one. (Neijiaquan is powerful and fierce, with high-level practitioners having surging energy and blood, making them fearless of all evil forces. Neijiaquan originated from Huaxia and is closely related to the culture of Huaxia. Only by deeply understanding the culture of Huaxia can one practice Neijiaquan to its highest level.)

  Looking at the explanation of Neijiaquan, Su Jin suddenly felt a wave of relief. Fortunately, he didn't choose the other two options, and attack skills indeed have a greater relationship with culture. Without a deep understanding of Chinese culture, one cannot master Neijiaquan, and I believe the other two options are the same. If he had chosen the other two options, he would probably have cried to death.

  As he was pondering, a sudden surge of energy ejected Su Yan from the system. Immediately after, Su Yan felt an intense itching sensation all over his body, as if hundreds of claws were scratching at his heart, making it unbearable. Su Yan's two hands frantically scratched at his body, leaving streaks of blood on every part of him. After more than half an hour of itching, there was not a single unscathed piece of flesh left on Su Yan's body.

  At this time, the strange itch suddenly stopped, just like its sudden arrival, with no warning signs in between. Su Jin, who was already exhausted, lay on the ground panting weakly, the strange itch having consumed all his energy, and only these heavy gasps could prove that he was still alive.

  Su Jian, who was inexplicably itchy all over, had just gotten up when he felt a severe pain coming from inside his body. It was even more unbearable than the itchiness earlier, and Su Jian started rolling around on the ground, letting out ear-piercing screams in the cold night air. Fortunately, he was at home, and no one else was there today. The soundproofing of his house was also good enough. Otherwise, his screams would have attracted the attention of countless people.

  Su Jing finally couldn't withstand the severe pain inside his body and fainted. When he woke up in a daze, it was already daylight. "Huh? What's going on?" Su Jing, who had just woken up, was a bit confused. Everything from last night seemed like a dream, including the unbearable itching and severe pain that felt like scenes from a dream. Su Jing only felt that his body was now full of strength, and he felt that he could knock down a cow with one punch.

  "Hmm, smells terrible!" Su Jin suddenly smelled a foul odor and upon closer inspection, realized it was coming from his own body. He saw that his skin was covered in a layer of black substance, but he had no idea what it was. Su Jin scratched the surface with his finger, revealing his tender white skin underneath. His brow furrowed as he recalled that he had been severely injured all over his body just last night, so how could his skin be so smooth now? It seemed almost...newly grown.

  "Could it be that I've been reborn through the I Ching?" Su Jin muttered to himself, and the more he thought about it, the more it made sense. It seemed that he had indeed been reborn! After a quick wash in the morning, Su Jin discovered that his entire body had transformed into this tender white skin - not only were the scars from being scratched gone, but even the darkened skin from being sunburned before was nowhere to be seen.