Surviving The Fourth Calamity

The ’Young Master’ scoffed coldly, ”Heh~ we haven’t even officially cooperated yet, and you’re already thinking about sabotage?”

”Uh...” ’Perfect Bald’ had a peculiar look in his eyes, ”Generally speaking, this seems to be a necessary preparation before an Alliance.

Up until now, I’ve only ever met one person who doesn’t guard against allies at all, and that’s you.

Eh~ that’s not right, the Two Lines of Bamboo at that time wasn’t a Good Friend who switched over from being an ally, you...”

”A true hero doesn’t dwell on past shortcomings.” The ’Young Master’ crossed his arms in front of his chest, looking displeased, ”Why are you so annoying?”

”I’ve always wanted to ask you, were you hurt back then by your man’s pride or a rich person’s dignity?” ’Perfect Bald’ leaned against the wall, his face full of curiosity.

Actually, everyone knows... In the game, without real-world influences, it’s rare for anyone to snuggle up with a pretty boy and whisper sweet nothings.

This isn’t like those old computer games.

A mature woman and a pretty boy hugging, who would think they’re in love?

People who like something unique do exist, but not so blatantly.

So rather than saying the ’Young Master’ thought Two Lines of Bamboo was devoted to him personally, it’s more accurate to say it was an unwavering loyalty to his money.

His confidence in the woman coming towards him was based on this thought... that giving enough reward to those who want money can solve more than half the problems.

The outcome, in the end, was really unexpected for many people... Wenjian’s collective folly back then was partly because they misjudged the character of Two Lines of Bamboo: this girl, though sinister and manipulative, wasn’t truly greedy!

She was only interested in things she could reach herself.

Otherwise, someone like ’Lu Huayu’ wouldn’t have easily believed in Two Lines of Bamboo’s love for him.

Of course, there could have been some misunderstanding that both parties had towards each other before getting married, leading to the eventual result.

’Lu Huayu’ perhaps thought Two Lines of Bamboo believed in his abilities... that even during tough times, he could still manage to provide for a family.

But Two Lines of Bamboo thought Chief Steward Lu’s family wealth was not just sufficient for survival... if they couldn’t match the ’Young Master’s’ big advantage, at least they should have a palm’s worth?

Their expectations weren’t aligned, and the final fallout and harsh break were naturally dependent on who was more hard-hearted.

The ’Young Master’ couldn’t help but twitch his lips... he really didn’t expect to hear about old tales after so many years.

He looked at ’Perfect Bald’s’ curious eyes and sincerely asked, ”Are you really that idle?”

”Aren’t you idle?” ’Perfect Bald’ raised a hand and pointed to the long line ahead, ”By the time it’s our turn, the sun will likely have set, right?”

The ’Young Master’ was a bit baffled, ”What do you mean by bringing this up now?”

”I just had the bad luck of running into you.” ’Perfect Bald’ said with an unchanging expression, ”Maybe I lack some luck, but I can always gain courage from you.”

”What’s that ghostly song from, which era?” the ’Young Master’ asked displeased, ”Where’s the tune? Where’s the door?”

”It’s a workplace hit, you wouldn’t get it.” ’Perfect Bald’ grinned, ”You always focus on the weirdest points.

So, which pride did you hurt?”

As the leader of the Black Rose, ’Perfect Bald’ made it a point to grip steadfastly like a dog with a bone.

Of course, the ’Young Master’ certainly wouldn’t use such good words to describe him.

”Holding on and refusing to let go, are you a millennium old?” he mumbled in response, ”Realizing having money doesn’t mean you can do everything, isn’t necessarily a bad thing.”

”Sure, it’s the money you definitely can’t get, right?” ’Perfect Bald’ chuckled.

”Actually, it ultimately comes down to how you use people.” The ’Young Master’ admitted honestly this time, ”I was a bit naive back in those years.”

Then he glanced at ’Perfect Bald’, ”So, there’s no need for you to probe me.

Nowadays, I’m the leader and conductor of a band, no longer possessing such naive arrogance.”

’Perfect Bald’ raised an eyebrow, ”Only the current you would provoke me to say something like that!”

Then he turned and looked at where ’Lu Huayu’ was, ”Why didn’t the Road Eunuch, I mean, Apocalyptic Boss come along this time, do you know?”

”Instead of coming here just to fight Devils and handle construction first, he prefers pioneering on the New Continent.” The ’Young Master’ chuckled, ”This world doesn’t hold any appeal for him.”

”The Road Eunuch can actually bear being away from his big boss for so long?” ’Perfect Bald’ squinted, sensing the real oddity, ”Aren’t he afraid that if he stays too long in this world, he’ll return from being the Western Factory’s close companion to the Eastern Factory’s little yellow flower?”

”He truly isn’t afraid.” The ’Young Master’ tilted his head... still trying to figure out ’Perfect Bald’s’ mindset in bringing up the past to now mentioning the Great Eunuch Lu.

At this point, he couldn’t possibly continue naively thinking that the Black Rose leader was simply bored and digging up past accounts.

But the other party clearly didn’t intend to speak the truth.

However, based on past camaraderie, especially considering ’Perfect Bald’ saved him from a big loss today, the ’Young Master’ honestly answered his question: ”Although it sounds a bit foolish, as long as Ambori continues to support Lu Huayu as he does now, the Apocalyptic guy won’t stop using the Road Eunuch.

He’s no fool, he knows that the Last-Era Clan’s status in Toril today is because of him.

Without Ambori, no amount of wealth would matter to him.

The Last-Era folks are indeed capable, but the money he can burn in a game is limited... only enough to hire a few thousand people to work for him.

But now, he has almost achieved the glory that only a large family of hundreds of thousands can attain.

So, actually, he can’t leave Lu Huayu.

They both understand this.

However, Road Eunuch, despite his myriad of problems, still has his limits.

He never tries to leverage his indispensability for more benefits.

The Apocalyptic Boss never discontented him over his salary.

”Didn’t raise his salary?” ’Perfect Bald’ was a bit curious.

”In the game, this kind of high-level consultant, generally speaking, gets paid according to the consulting firm’s high-level executive rates, there’s an unwritten maximum salary.” The ’Young Master’ shook his head, ”Back then, in order to make Lu Huayu follow him loyally, the Apocalyptic Boss originally offered him the top salary.

They aren’t on the same planet, at most occasionally sending Road Eunuch some gifts; they can’t do more than that.

Even if he doesn’t consider what to do when hiring people in the future, he has to think about the opinions of those at the same level.

Though breaking these rules isn’t unheard of, it’s not likely in the game.”

’Perfect Bald’ slightly nodded: ”So Lu Huayu dared to leave for so long, entrusting those assistants developed by the Apocalyptic Boss.

But at Aesces, he wasn’t so confident.

Who gave him this confidence?

Zhu Meili?”

”Perhaps Zhu Meili failed at skipping.” The ’Young Master’ asked solemnly.

”Can you not talk about this in front of me?” The man... or woman standing before them turned with some displeasure to them.

’Perfect Bald’ couldn’t help but cross his arms over his chest... adopting a very defensive posture.

He asked a bit puzzled: ”Are you a male character or a female character?

As a female, how did you get it so flat?

But as a male, seems hard to get such a slim waist?

I mean Zhu Meili, what are you thinking?

We call you Zhu Meili, but it doesn’t mean we want you to become a butterfly.”

Zhu Meili couldn’t help but roll his eyes: ”What nonsense?

Have you forgotten, our elemental bodies change due to contracts with different animal companions?

Though most people just increase attributes in some parts, there are people whose looks change due to special animal companions.

I’m just overly slim because of the Night Butterfly’s attributes, still a male character.”

’Perfect Bald’ held out his hand to measure: ”Your waist is slimmer than mine.”

”What are you trying to say?” Zhu Meili pouted a bit, ”Don’t probe me, I’m not offering my story as your entertainment.”

”Where’s your Night Butterfly?” The ’Young Master’, scanning him up and down, was very curious, ”You’ve become so slim... wait, weren’t you using a female character at Aesces?”

”Just wearing women’s clothes.” Zhu Meili answered a bit annoyed.

”It’s true, the human bodies are like this, Half-Elf ones must be even more... I’m guessing even male outfits don’t fit your size.” ’Perfect Bald’ said earnestly, seemingly completely unaware that in the game, the outfits can automatically adjust size.

”Haha~” Zhu Meili laughed sarcastically, ”Being sarcastic doesn’t work on me.

If you want to know, dig it up yourselves; don’t expect me to spill everything.”

”Do you realize how villainous your words sound?” The ’Young Master’ tilted his head innocently, laughing purely, ”Not even Ambori’s priest would say something so worth a beating.”

”That’s fine.” Zhu Meili nodded his head, ”I don’t like it either.”

’Perfect Bald’ slightly furrowed his brow: ”You waited for us just to say this nonsense?”

”I’m not waiting for you two.” Zhu Meili stretched gracefully, ”I changed locations, gentlemen.”

”What exactly is he planning?” ’Perfect Bald’ confusedly thought, hugging his arms tighter.

”No way!” ’Young Master’ said firmly, ”Back at Aesces, he was using a female character!

Trying to fool me? Not that easy!

Humph humph~ No matter how slim the waist, a man in front is still a man!

No matter how thick the waist, a woman with a small chest is still a woman!”

”Can you keep it down?” ’Perfect Bald’ lowered his voice, ”I think someone already wants to take you out.”