Chapter 42 Selected
(From MC Perspective)
Some Time later, The Police Staff came to see us. He observed us for a while then entered the interview room. Looking at his behavior I feel, he came to count the number of candidates. So far no one came to attend the interview. Apart from me, there were others who came later.
Everyone sat upright suddenly after seeing the staff. Looks like in any minute they can start conducting the interview. Sigh, I hope they can start as soon as possible. I don't want to waste any time here.
A five minutes later, the staff asks the first candidate to attend the interview. Seeing that I sighed in relief. No one is allowed to enter m here while the interview is being conducted. So my competitors will be these few people in front me. I don't know what kind of criteria they had set for the pastime.
Even in the job description they didn't reveal that much. I hope gravity will add an advantage to my profile. Thinking that small hope rose in my heart. Soon, the first candidate excited after five minutes. There is no expression on his face, except some confusion reflected in his eyes.
Seeing that I ponder, The First candidate seems like a nice guy. He looked good with a clean shaved face. But seeing him I couldn't help but wonder. What did he encounter inside? But I can vaguely guess that he is not sure about his performance. Probability of failing? My eyebrows knitted in doubt.
Like me, the rest of the candidates were also interested in his interview. But they were embarrassed to ask him. Usually, it is unethical to ask someone about this. Shaking my head, I shut my eyes. It will probably take half an hour before my turn comes up.
Time progressed, one by one candidates went to attend the interview. But so far none of them seem to be so sure about their performance. Which gives me slight hope. It shows me that the interviewer is not taking age as a disadvantage. So far these people were slightly older than me. Most of them are two or three years older than me.
From time to time, I used System's detection ability to see their status panel. Which gives me further insight about their magic power. People who left after attending their interview had common magic power, seen among the masses. Such as elemental mages and tool mages.
Soon, half an hour later,
"Vincent Carey" The police staff uttered my name.
Hearing that I stood up from my seat and walked towards the interview room. Seeing my behavior others were stunned. Immediately they realized I'm also one of the candidates for this job.
The most surprised person is the tuxedo one. His initial reaction was, "Are you kidding me?" He is literally shocked. Initially he thought about the possibility but he neglected it. He thought this kid might come to visit someone not as a candidate.
Like the tuxedo one, others were also surprised. But it's too late to say anything. In a job post that didn't mention age specifically. The mandatory condition is only mage were allowed for this job.
Seeing that Vincent stepped inside they swallowed their words. It's too late to stop him. But they predicted that Vincent will soon come outside. In no way the police department will recruit rookie kids for this job. So they can't wait to see his embarrassed face. Thinking that the tuxedo person had a gloating look on his face.
When I stepped inside, I saw only one person sitting behind his desk. Seeing him I confirmed that he is the interviewer. It's good that it's a single panel interview. I breathed in relief and composed myself.
Seeing the silhouette of Vincent, the interviewer said, "Take your seat." The interview is none other than Captain Tyler.
I sat in the seat hearing that, I didn't show any nervousness so far.
Seeing Vincent's young appearance, a surprise flashes in Captain Tyler's eyes. But soon he recovered. Then he picks the application file of Vincent Carey to view. As he flicks file information about Vincent comes to view.
[Name: Vincent Carey]
[Age: 16]
[Magic: Gravity]
[Talent: Middle low]
[Power: Level 1 Limit]
[School: Little Star Gate High School]
[Academy: Yellow River Academy]
[Address: 5th cross street, Red Water City]
Captain Tyler again surprises seeing the gravity magic. He knows it's a rare one. Then his expression condemned the next second seeing the name of Yellow River Academy. He swallowed his saliva in fear. Then he glanced at Vincent who is maintaining a calm expression so far.
Forget about interviewing, he is concerned whether it's good to allow this kid to be part of his team or not. Obviously, as a part timer there are no life threatening situations. But it can't be said for sure.
Who knows if this kid encounters something bad then it will be too late to regret. But seriously he needs to give thumbs up for this kid's courage. If not for yellow river academy he might give this kid a chance.
Looking at his rare gravity power, he thinks this kid must be special students for Yellow River Academy. If something happens to him knowingly or unknowingly then their entire government needs to face the wrath of Yellow River Academy.
After pondering, he didn't show any discomfort on his face. He slowly asked looking at Vincent, "Are you sure Mr. Vincent? Do you want this part time job?" So far none of the mages that he had interviewed earlier had this kind of background.
Hearing the interviewer's question, I felt strange. What does he mean? Obviously, I came here to attend the interview. Because I want this Fu**ing job. My wallet is really empty. I can't always fool Fatty Lucas to get me something.
After calming down my heart, I answered truthfully, "Honestly, After getting awakened my magic. I want to get some real life field experience. I thought about joining an adventure guild before. But it's too early for me to do that. That's why I applied for this part time job. I hope you really consider my application."
Hearing Vincent's answer Captain Tyler is stunned. He actually expected a one word answer not like this clear explanation. But looking at Vincent's serious expression. "This kid is really serious," Captain Tyler thought to himself. But then again he understood Vincent's idea.
For rookie level 1 Mage, it's deadly to venture into barren lands itself. Forget about hunting monsters. Usually, level 2 Mage is the lowest criteria accepted by the guild. Even there are strict conditions such as level 2 Mages can't act solo. They need to be part of an adventure team before going outside to hunt monsters.
He let out a deep sigh after pondering it. Then he seriously begins considering recruiting Vincent. In this way he can watch over him and gain favor from him. Especially, gain favor with Yellow River Academy.
"Then, it's settled, Mr. Vincent. But I have to warn you this job is not easy." Captain Tyler said with a smile. With this he already showed his intention of recruiting him.
Hearing his confirmation, I smiled knowingly in my heart. Sure, old fox he must have seen the name of Yellow River Academy. My earlier confidence is also related to that. That's why I deliberately mentioned the details of yellow river academy on the application.
Then I asked, "Ahem, Sir. I don't know your name? Then what is the real job description for this part time job."
"Ha..Ha…Ha…" Captain Tyler let out a small laugh hearing that. He added, "Sorry, I forgot to introduce myself. I'm Captain Tyler. The Leader of the task force team"
"What?" I was taken back. I thought he was someone from the management department. But I had never expected him to be a leader. Then I have to work in his team after. So he is a really damn old fox. My eyes glint with surprise.
Then I asked again, "Captain Tyler, Can you tell me about this job now?"
Hearing that Captain Tyler nodded and said, "I believe, You know something about rogue organizations"
As expected it is something to do with rogue mages. I nodded hearing that.
Then Captain Tyler added, "Recently, The activities of the Rogue organisation are causing quite a headache to the government and people. And the reason is powerful and advanced mages on the government side are low in numbers. They can't deal with the entire rogue organisation. So, they only focus on highly dangerous criminals. And the remaining ones were handled by special teams like us."
I understand where this is going, I commented, "So, we have to catch these criminals who belong to rogue organizations."
"Correct" Captain Tyler said.
Then he added, " Yes, We have to catch these criminals. But our main objective is to protect innocent people from these rogues. It is impossible to wipe out these rogue organizations entirely. Considering our lack of advanced mages in government and most troubling thing is some of these rogue organizations have some indirect link to some major forces."
My expression dignified hearing his words. But soon I understood. Obviously, it's impossible for me to act as guardian. Only fools would do that. With my level I'm thinking about risk free work.