dual what?

The bartender walked up to Liu Ping and teased, "Who knew, you are quite talented, a waiter, a pimp and almost taken for dual cultivation"

Liu Ping pondered, sensing something amiss.

Reaching the counter, he grabbed the bronze mirror from the table and examined himself.

Since his fate changed, his appearance and physique had undergone a complete transformation.

Rejuvenated, his eyes shimmered with divine light, and even his once-injured arm is now whole.

Who would have thought that the former Gua Saint's direct disciple would find himself in such circumstances? It seemed he hadn't quite adjusted yet...

Setting down the bronze mirror, Liu Ping inquired, "Is our Boss the strongest force in the whole town?"

The bartender shrugged. "Seems that way."

Liu Ping clenched his fist.

This won't do! I'm at the Qi Refinement stage, while others are at Nascent Soul. If I had been taken for dual cultivation, no one could have stopped them. Even though I understand many dual cultivation methods, I am—

Regardless, I must not be taken!

Not good. I need to redouble my efforts to advance my cultivation.

Liu Ping vowed silently.

Just then, as darkness loomed in the sky, a faint white light began to appear.

Dawn is coming!

A collective sigh of relief escaped the people.

In the next instant, the light tore through the veil of night, bathing the entire Dark Mist Town.

In an instant, the darkness receded like a tidal wave, bringing an end to the overlapping realms of the World of the Living and the World of Death!

This is the moment where death retreats as the Light of Dawn brings life with it.

Resounding cheers filled the air in Dark Mist Town.

Old K strolled in from another street, a smile adorning his face. "Today's quite lucky" he remarked.

"Lucky?" Liu Ping asked.

"Only a few cultivators showed up, and nothing big happened" Old K explained.

"Big?" Liu Ping pressed.

"Yes, once we encountered a monster battling a Demon, and the entire Dark Mist Town was nearly destroyed," Old K recalled.

"In comparison, today was rather uneventful" the bartender added earnestly.

"Haha" Old K chuckled.

As they arrived at the restaurant, the townsfolk started arriving aswell.

Night's Watch Leader inquired "What exactly happened? Why were people reciting poetry in the space?"

The bartender explained the situation.

Slowly, the people turned their heads, their eyes locking on Liu Ping. Finally, their attention focused on the wisp of black hair on his wrist.

That was the hair of a Rejuvenation Stage female sword cultivator!

As if by silent agreement, the people discussed among themselves.

"What do you plan to do with it?" Old K asked, intrigued.

Liu Ping replied, "Keep it."

"Keep it? Why?" Leader questioned.

Liu Ping retrieved the black hair and stated, "This is the first time someone admires me for my appearance. I'll keep it as a souvenir"

Silence fell over the surroundings.

What a Shameless kid!

Once again, the people silently started discussing among themselves.

"Keep it, it should pose no issue," he said vaguely.

The Leader spoke with profound meaning, "We living beings are unable to traverse between Hidden Space-Times, but these cultivators can do so freely."

The implication was clear.

"Young man, be careful during your night watch next time. If that Senior Sister Li comes for you, you're finished" the Leader warned.

The bartender interjected "Indeed, Liu Ping's acting was extraordinary. Otherwise, our Dark Mist Town would have been in peril. Let me help you with it."

He handed Liu Ping a card.

On the card was a lone star, with a figure in a spacesuit standing atop it, holding an index plate with an arrow.

"This is an emergency guidepost. It can direct you in any environment, with Dark Mist Town set as the destination" the bartender explained.

Liu Ping examined the card, noting the Sequence auxiliary writing, just as the bartender had described.

"When the World of Death overlaps with our world, 'Spreading Death' is the greatest threat. It can trap you in the World of Death. But with this card, you can find your way back to Dark Mist Town" the bartender elaborated.

"Thank you very much, but this item is too precious —" Liu Ping began.

The bartender shrugged off his concern. "I'm not a close combat Card user. If that Senior Sister had gone wild just now, she could have killed me."

Liu Ping accepted the playing card with a smile, saying "I'll make sure to return the favor next time."

The people chuckled.

...

"Alright," Liu Ping said, wiping the sweat from his forehead.

Across from him, a wounded Night's Watch member struggled to stand, taking a few steps, a hint of joy appeared on his face. "Haha, that was really something! I thought I'd be lying down for at least a month!"

The people smiled in relife.

They were at the entrance of the small town. As the night's curtain lifted, the Night's watchmen began their final reorganization and inventory of their duties, preparing for the arrival of the Town Guard to take over the next shift so they could rest.

"Having a Healer around is quite comforting" Old K remarked, patting Liu Ping on the shoulder.

"Indeed, you'd better take good care of me" Liu Ping replied.

The Leader listened, a happy expression spreading across his face.

"Alright, those not involved in the fight, head back to rest. Those injured, back to rest as well. Those with spoils of war, head to the bar to wait. I'll sell off the loot and come to pay you."

"Yes, boss!" the people chorused.

Half an hour later, at the bar.

Under Qi Lu's guidance, Liu Ping started drinking a glass of cocktail.

Nights Watch Leader entered the bar and approached the group, tossing a small but heavy bag to each person.

"Haha, payment's here! Next drink is on me!" Old K declared, raising both hands with enthusiasm.

The group cheered.

Liu Ping opened his bag to take a look.

Inside were dozens of coins made of pure gold, it's the harvest from yesterday evening's encounter with the poisonous sting. Exchanged for gold coins.

"Go find the bartender and buy yourself a weapon. Your Gun's firepower is too weak" the Leader suggested to Liu Ping.

"I also realized that the firepower was quite lacking," Liu Ping sighed.

Although firearms were convenient, their weak firepower hampered their effectiveness in combat.

If his gun had been more powerful he might have been able to kill the scorpion female directly.

Old K chimed in"I know more about firearms than you. Let me help you choose."

"Alright" the Leader said, lifting his glass.

Liu Ping and Old K approached the bartender.

"Don't be in a hurry. Your Profession Skill isn't ready yet" the bartender advised Liu Ping.

"who will prepare it?" Liu Ping inquired.

"Our civilization"

"Your civilization?" 

"wait until you visit the city one day, then you'll see how our entire civilization is resisting the full force of the night" the bartender explained.

"Great. What should I do now?" Liu Ping asked.

"Give me your Status Card" the bartender instructed.

"Alright" Liu Ping agreed, handing over his Status Card.

The bartender then placed it on the wall behind him.

The wall slowly opened to reveal four square-shaped holes, inside which lay books sealed with dark green wax.

"The Book of Profession, Night's Watch" the bartender explained, retrieving the dark green book from the hole in the wall.

He placed the title page of the book into the metal card and handed it to Liu Ping.

"Repeat 'Chose profession'" the bartender instructed.

"Chose profession" Liu Ping repeated.

As he finished speaking, the book began to emit a deep green glow, wrapping around Liu Ping's body and gradually sinking into him. All that was left in his hand was the dark green metal card.

In the Void, lines of burning small characters quickly appeared:

[You have been acknowledged by this world.]

[By taking the profession: 'Dark Mist Town Night's Watch.' You have become a part of the This World ]

[Attention!]

[A Hidden Technique is affecting your body, giving you strength.]

[You have obtained the following Talent, Skill and Ability:]

[Talent: Night Vision.]

[Explanation: You possess exceptional insight and are skilled at detecting any traces in the Dark, identifying any anomalies.]

[—This is the basic talent of a Night's Watchmen.]

[Skill: Basic Weapon Mastery (Dark Mist Town).]

[Explanation: You have mastered the basic application methods of long-distance weapons such as daggers, bows, crossbows, and firearms.]

[Extraordinary Ability: Explosive Force Enhancement (Primary).]

[You can temporarily double your attack power and speed, but you can only use it once a day.]

[—In addition, you have thoroughly understood the basic common knowledge of the world.]

The bartender's voice echoed, "You have wandered in the wilderness as a Scavenger, surely you lack general knowledge of cities and settlements. So, I've added some basic knowledge for you, enjoy."

"Thank you very much."

Liu Ping suppressed the emotions in his heart, maintaining a calm demeanor.

In truth, general knowledge was exactly what he needed most at this time.