CFSMS -Chapter 77 Special Mission Issued

There were many people outside watching the excitement, and some even wanted to take advantage of the situation to profit from those who had just come out of the secret realm.

But none of that had anything to do with Lu Wu.

The moment she exited, everything in front of her flickered.

She only felt someone grab her arm and pull her through a spatial transfer.

When she came back to her senses, she was already in a beautifully landscaped courtyard, and beside her stood a stern-looking middle-aged man.

He was the city lord of Hong’an City—Cang Heguang.

“Cang and light follow each other, dust and light share the same path.” His name came from the phrase “he guang tong chen” (harmonizing with light and blending with the world).

It implied blending into the mundane world, free from worldly struggles.

Yet Cang Heguang’s life story was the complete opposite of his name.

He had risen to fame in his youth. Though born into hardship, he dared to defy the heavens and fought his way through, suppressing an entire generation. Only after becoming the city lord of Hong’an City did he slightly restrain his sharpness.

Even so, the intimidation he naturally carried was impossible to hide at a glance.

Fortunately, that pressure was not directed at Lu Wu. Instead, when he saw her confusion, Cang Heguang showed a kindly smile.

“Boss Lu, this is the City Lord’s Mansion. I received intelligence that someone intends to harm you, so I brought you here for your safety. I hope you don’t mind.”

His gaze briefly swept over the little bird perched on Lu Wu’s shoulder—Huohuo, who looked no different from an ordinary small bird—and he asked nothing further.

Though he had already guessed the creature’s identity.

Human cultivators could form contracts with demonic beasts, but such cases were rare, as very few beasts were willing to submit to humans.

Yet a nirvana-reborn phoenix had chosen Lu Wu. Cang Heguang was now somewhat inclined to believe Elder Li’s judgment—that this Boss Lu was a person of great fortune.

Lu Wu didn’t object to his explanation.

“Then what about Qin Zhan and the others…?”

She was worried about those three suddenly losing control. After failing to complete their bodyguard duty in the secret realm, if their protection target disappeared right after exiting, it would be tragic just thinking about it.

“Don’t worry, someone will notify them.”

“I brought Boss Lu here because I have another request.”

Cang Heguang spoke directly.

Even though he held a high position and stood among the strongest in the Qingyuan world, seeking help from Lu Wu was not something shameful.

Lu Wu actually quite liked this straightforward attitude.

So Cang Heguang began explaining the situation in detail.

“So you’re saying… the Ancestral Dragon is willing to remain in the secret realm and will not leave unless necessary. And the condition is to offer him exotic delicacies from the outside world once a month?”

Lu Wu raised an eyebrow.

Honestly, this condition was extremely simple.

Hong’an City had vast resources—it was more than capable of feeding a dragon.

An offering once a month in exchange for the Ancestral Dragon restraining its killing intent was a highly profitable trade.

The Ancestral Dragon itself was a living historical record from ten thousand years ago; it would allow them to better understand the era of ancient predecessors.

But what did this have to do with her?

“The Ancestral Dragon specifically requested food personally made by Boss Lu,” Cang Heguang said apologetically.

Rather, it seemed the dragon was willing to stay in the secret realm entirely because of Lu Wu.

This outcome wasn’t surprising to her.

In the secret realm, that White Bone Senior had been acting like a background spirit for quite some time—and had even accepted her “bribes.” It was only natural something would come of it.

“Boss Lu, rest assured. Hong’an City will not take your craftsmanship for free. We will purchase it at twice the market price. Additionally, I, Cang Heguang, personally owe you a favor.”

“As long as it does not harm the common world or violate the laws of heaven and morality, whatever you request, I, Cang Heguang, will go through fire and water without hesitation.”

The shift from “Boss Lu” to “Young Friend Lu” reflected his growing closeness.

Aside from the Ancestral Dragon, this was also because of Elder Li’s instructions.

He had been told to treat Lu Wu kindly when interacting with her.

With such a powerful backer, Cang Heguang didn’t dare act arrogantly. He feared getting beaten.

That senior’s fists really hurt.

“Alright, I agree,” Lu Wu said without hesitation.

She only needed to leave one portion of food when setting up her stall each time—no trouble at all.

And receiving a promise from the city lord of Hong’an City was enough to let her walk freely in the Qingyuan world.

Fortunately, Lu Wu had no intention of behaving like a crab.

“Then Cang thanks Young Friend Lu on behalf of Hong’an City.”

“Also, regarding the Beast Taming Sect wanting to cause you trouble, I will send people to handle it. You need not worry.”

Beast Taming Sect?

Lu Wu had no idea what that was, nor why they were targeting her.

Only after seeing a challenge letter posted by Beast Taming Sect disciples on the communication board did she awkwardly smile and let Cang Heguang handle it.

Joke—she didn’t even know beast taming.

“Accommodation has already been prepared in the mansion. Young Friend Lu may do as you please.”

“Of course, you are free to leave anytime.”

Cang Heguang did not restrict her freedom at all; instead, he considered her comfort first.

After the agreement, he left to handle various arrangements.

After seeing him off, Lu Wu looked at the lush and luxurious courtyard and laughed.

“Really wealthy.”

This courtyard now belonged to her.

A sudden windfall—she was in a very good mood.

【Ding… Detected that the host is about to break through to a new major realm. Special advancement mission issued.】

【Mission: Sell 200 skewers of skewers to gamblers within seven days.】

【Designated location: Tianxia Casino entrance, Zizai Street, Hong’an City.】

【Designated time: Zi hour to Chou hour (11 PM–3 AM).】

Lu Wu frowned as she stared at the requirements.

Although selling 200 portions of skewers was not difficult for her under normal circumstances, this mission had a strict target audience:

Gamblers—two hundred gamblers.

In other words, sales to anyone else would not count toward the goal.

Lu Wu was currently at the peak of Qi Refining Layer Nine. The next step was Foundation Establishment, and this mission seemed to be designed for that breakthrough.

It was somewhat like the heavenly trials cultivators faced when advancing major realms.

After thinking it through, Lu Wu accepted it calmly.

She checked the location of Tianxia Casino via the communication board and found it was quite far from the City Lord’s Mansion.

But she wasn’t in a hurry.

The mission would only start three days later. She still had time.

So she decided to return to Xiaohé Town first. She missed Elder Li a little—and she needed to bring Da Huang back as well.

“Huohuo, I’ll take you to meet a new friend.”

Chirp chirp!

The bird didn’t care about new friends. As long as it could stay with Lu Wu, it was happy.

Lu Wu contacted Qin Zhan and the others, explained her situation, and then took the teleportation array back to Xiaohé Town.

The cultivation world really was convenient.

Such a long distance—yet she arrived in less than half an hour.

Her alley was still quiet.

At the entrance of the small courtyard, Da Huang was lying on the ground doing nothing.

The dog idly bit at its own paw, letting out occasional whimpers.

Its owner was gone.

Missing her. Missing her. Missing her.