Ghost Catching System

So, he accompanied Black and White Impermanence on their walk. After a while, White Impermanence expressed surprise, saying, ”This is a Small Secret Realm of the Underworld from Ancient Times. It was lost after the great event of the Underworld and never seen again. I never expected it to appear here in the Human World and be obtained by Principal Luo. Truly a great opportunity.”

Upon hearing White Impermanence’s praise, Luo Dong simply nodded, smiling cheerfully and looking rather like a big, simple fellow.

At that moment, White Impermanence changed the subject. ”However, this place originally belonged to the Underworld.”

The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.

Ghost King Luo Dong stated, ”Now, it belongs to me.”

Luo Dong was also very domineering, seemingly unafraid of the Underworld.

White Impermanence squinted, a sly smile forming. ”Principal Luo, don’t be hasty. We’re not here to claim the Ghost Academy. It’s just that the higher-ups became curious after learning of its existence.”

Ghost King Luo Dong said, ”You are welcome to visit often.”

White Impermanence nodded. ”Principal Luo, you’re being unreasonable. After people die, their souls must report to the Underworld. But you’re here recruiting them, causing us a lot of trouble with our work.”

This White Impermanence spoke with a very official tone.

Chu Hao offered a faint smile. ”With so many Wandering Wild Ghosts in the Underworld, why care about the small number at our academy?”

Hei Wuchang spoke up, his first words since arriving, ”Are you trying to establish an Underworld in the Human World?”

Anyone could see it, but Hei Wuchang was more straightforward. Chu Hao nodded. ”That’s right. Do you two have any objections?”

Hei Wuchang stared at Chu Hao, his eyes intense, his face a shifting pattern of black and white, exuding an aura of extreme ferocity.

White Impermanence waved his hand. ”We’ve completed our visit; it’s time for us to return. Our subordinates are very busy, with too much work to handle.”

Ghost King Luo Dong said, ”I’ll see you out.”

After Black and White Impermanence left, Luo Dong found Chu Hao. ”This is troublesome. I expect the Underworld will take action soon.” Chu Hao nodded.

The logic was simple: there was only one Underworld. What was this about setting up a small Underworld in the Human World?

Isn’t that just stealing business?

While these souls were but a drop in the ocean to the Underworld, the continued development of the Ghost Academy would not bode well for them.

Ghost King Luo Dong said, ”The more ghosts we have, the larger the Ghost Academy’s environment can become. If the Underworld intervenes, I’m afraid this will be the end of it.”

Chu Hao asked, ”What should we do now? Black and White Impermanence were clearly here to scout. Next time they come, it might be different.”

Chu Hao didn’t know how the Underworld operated. Would they send a legion of Netherworld Soldiers to destroy the Ghost Academy?

Ghost King Luo Dong shook his head. ”That’s not what I’m worried about. It won’t be that easy for the Underworld to take this place.”

Hearing this, Chu Hao felt Ghost King Luo Dong was very confident. A Ghost King daring to confront the Underworld... That’s truly impressive.

After their conversation, Ghost King Luo Dong told Chu Hao not to worry and to continue advertising to recruit more ghosts.

When Chu Hao left the Ghost Academy, he felt it wasn’t safe. He worried about what would happen if a fight broke out. What then?

The Underworld has so many powerhouses. Not to mention the numerous Jail Masters from Small Hell, any single Underworld Deity who showed up could cause them serious trouble.

Although I have the System’s protection, it’s not feasible to go head-to-head with the Underworld so soon.

Chu Hao felt it was necessary to find someone capable of suppressing the Underworld. Bai Ling would be a good choice, but I don’t know where she is.

Le Shen, a Divine Deity, would also be great, but given her current strength, it’s best not to involve her.

One must rely on oneself in all matters.

Without backing, Chu Hao had to rely on himself. He exchanged 350,000 Merit Points.

DING... Host has gained 35,000 Pretentiousness Points.

He now had 49,000 Pretentiousness Points.

Chu Hao directly purchased an Advanced Foundation Building Scripture.

DING... Host has purchased the Advanced Foundation Building Scripture, consuming 30,000 Pretentiousness Points. Remaining Pretentiousness Points: 19,000.

The further one progressed with the Foundation Building Scripture, the more expensive it became. Crucially, he needed to learn three volumes.

The Great Perfection Foundation Building Scripture alone costs 50,000 Pretentiousness Points for one volume—it’s ridiculously expensive!

Item: Advanced Foundation Building Scripture

Rarity: ★★★★

Ability: Requires the use of several medicinal herbs. After learning, one gains a large amount of True Qi and 30,000 Mana Points.

Chu Hao reviewed the list of herbs. He realized that, in addition to some he’d encountered before, a few new ones had been added.

Mercury Lotus was one of the main ingredients, an herb he had obtained from a treasure chest. There were also two other main ingredients he had never even heard of.

Chu Hao felt somewhat desperate. ”System, come out! How is your old man supposed to find this stuff?”

System: ”It is recommended that the dimwitted Host level up. After reaching Pretentious Little Prince Level 4, the alchemy function will be unlocked.”

Chu Hao’s eyes lit up. Level 3 had unlocked the artifact refining function, and the store had made some artifact refining materials available, even including ingredients for Samadhi True Fire that could be purchased.

Chu Hao quickly asked, ”So at Level 4, can I also purchase herbs?”

System: ”Use your brain.”

Chu Hao said excitedly, ”System, I only roasted you a little. Don’t be mad, alright?”

The System went silent.

After over a month of hard work, I’m about to level up. Once that happens, I’ll be able to purchase the herbs directly. Just thinking about it is awesome!

He needed just 8,000,000 more Experience Points.

Experience Points could be gained in two ways: completing quests or slaying ghosts. The Golden-Wood Drought Demon came to mind. Slaughtering that thing should be enough for me to level up.

The problem was, it had been a month, and Lan Zhen still hadn’t contacted me.

Chu Hao was ready to find the Golden-Wood Drought Demon himself. After all, my current strength isn’t inferior to the Drought Demon’s, plus I have the Greenwood Flame Fan.

Just then, Lan Zhen called. She said they would set off tomorrow and told Chu Hao to prepare. He agreed.

On the day of departure, an unexpected person returned.

The toad returned after a month’s absence. Chu Hao was surprised when it appeared, for it was not alone; a little girl, Zi Jing, accompanied it.

Zi Jing looked the same: red clothes, a purple dress, a large gourd on her back, and a little face as tender and flawless as porcelain.

Seeing the toad and Zi Jing, Chu Hao was bewildered. He pulled the toad into a corner and whispered, ”Toad, are you alright?”

The toad glared at Chu Hao, clearly still disliking the nickname. ”What could be wrong with this Emperor? Dealing with this little pipsqueak was a piece of cake. This Emperor subdued her easily!”

Seeing the toad’s confident expression, Chu Hao wondered. Is that really the case?

Noticing them whispering, Zi Jing said unhappily, ”Little toad, are you badmouthing me to Big Brother?”

The toad’s expression instantly changed, becoming as fawning as a lapdog. ”Of course not! Little Adult Zi Jing, are you tired? I’ll arrange a place for you to stay, with delicious fruits and barbecue.”

Chu Hao was speechless. So this is what you call ’subduing’ her?

Chu Hao found Zi Jing very peculiar. Could she be one of those reincarnated individuals from the online rumors? Otherwise, how could such a tiny girl be so formidable?