Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard” Chapter 637: Opening an Online Store
Previously on Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard”...
However, Su Yuan implemented some changes, connecting all his prior Dominator Artifact sales to his own establishment.
Consequently, the Seven Stars Artifacting Shop experienced a notable surge in transaction activity, marked by a significant increase in past dealings.
Its overall ranking also climbed several positions, moving from the lowest rank to seventh from the bottom.
Only individuals who were high-level Artifact Refining Masters, at least tier thirty and above, were permitted to operate shops within the Merit Points Mall. Therefore, the standing of Su Yuan's shop naturally remained in the lower tiers.
"I must expand the upper limit; these previous transactions, capped at tier twenty-nine, are still too insufficient," he mused.
With this thought, Su Yuan recalled the Old City Lord from earlier.
He then addressed Meng Kui, who had reverted to her original form beside him: "Go and make the arrangements. I intend to pay a visit to the City Lord. Prepare the formal visiting card and other necessary items."
Meng Kui immediately shifted back into her maidservant guise and replied in a sweet tone, "Yes, Master. I assure you, I will handle everything perfectly."
Meng Kui then proceeded to exit Su Yuan's secluded cultivation chamber.
She happened upon Li Chun, who was awaiting outside.Li Chun gazed in bewilderment at the enchanting and alluring Meng Kui, inquiring with confusion, "And you are...?"
"Greetings! I am the newly acquired maidservant of Master Seven Stars. My name is Meng Kui!"
Meng Kui conveyed this with a gentle demeanor.
Li Chun observed the delicate and soft young woman but showed no surprise; such occurrences were quite common.
He responded with a smile, "Ah, so you are Sister Meng Kui. I also serve the Master. Let us cooperate well in the future!"
As he spoke, he subtly shifted closer to Meng Kui.
Instantly, Li Chun felt an immensely potent will and pressure bearing down on him. He felt on the verge of losing consciousness, a look of sheer terror flashing across his face.
Fortunately, Meng Kui reacted swiftly, immediately suppressing her aura and the pressure emanating from her will.
Li Chun did not actually pass out, a fact that saved him from complete embarrassment. However, his complexion remained noticeably pale. The formidable strength of the woman before him far surpassed Li Chun's comprehension.
Such an incredibly powerful being was actually the Master's maidservant?
Meng Kui offered an apologetic expression, stating, "My apologies, I didn't intend to! My skill in controlling my aura is not yet refined."
Li Chun dabbed the sweat from his brow: "Please forgive my presumptuousness just now, Lady Meng Kui. I did not mean to cause offense."
Meng Kui quickly waved her hand: "Please do not address me as 'Lady.' I am merely the Master's maidservant."
"Understood, Elder Sister Meng Kui!" Li Chun affirmed.
Meng Kui, momentarily speechless, shifted the topic and inquired, "The Master wishes to meet the City Lord and requires a formal visiting card to be sent. Could you assist with these arrangements? I am not entirely familiar with the procedures."
Upon hearing this, Li Chun replied with solemnity, "I understand. I will arrange it immediately! Does the Master have any specific requirements regarding the carriage or retinue?"
"I am uncertain. It appears there are no particular stipulations," Meng Kui replied, shaking her head.
Meng Kui continued, extending an offer, "Brother Li Chun, if there is anything at all you require my assistance with, please do not hesitate to inform me. I will do my utmost to help!"
"Excellent!" Li Chun exclaimed, filled with joy. Despite sensing her power only briefly, he was already convinced that Meng Kui's strength was truly astonishing. Should any trouble arise, he wouldn't need to bother the Master; Meng Kui alone could resolve any issue within Black Flame City.
Li Chun promptly engaged a renowned calligrapher from the city to pen an invitation.
Subsequently, he meticulously prepared gifts and proceeded to the City Lord's Mansion.
He solicitously addressed the guards at the mansion's entrance: "I am the steward for Master Seven Stars. Might I trouble you, fellow Daoist, to deliver this visiting card from Master Seven Stars to the City Lord?"
Li Chun harbored significant anxiety, fearing the gatekeepers might be dismissive or unresponsive. If he were then compelled to involve Meng Kui, it would reflect poorly on his own capabilities.
Fortunately, Master Seven Stars' reputation was sufficiently esteemed, or perhaps the Old City Lord had issued prior instructions.
An elderly steward emerged swiftly, accepted the visiting card with reverence, and replied with a smile, "The City Lord is already apprised. Please convey to Master Seven Stars that his visit to the City Lord's Mansion is most welcome at any time."
A smile spread across Li Chun's face: "My Master shall certainly arrive at his earliest convenience."
Following Li Chun's departure, the City Lord's Mansion commenced preparations for a grand banquet to honor the arrival of Master Seven Stars.
Following the dissemination of the news, the city's perception of Master Seven Stars' standing solidified even further. The fact that even the City Lord treated him with deference and respect served as official validation.Not long afterward.Upon receiving the reply, Su Yuan commenced his journey to the City Lord's Mansion.Li Chun had thoughtfully arranged a Starlight Carriage, adorned with resplendent and dazzling starlight. The rental cost for this magnificent setup amounted to a considerable seven hundred million Chaos Jade – a rather extravagant sum.Su Yuan was not particularly concerned with elaborate displays, but since the arrangements were already made, he offered no objection. He settled into the carriage, with Meng Kui attending to his needs and Li Chun at the reins. The carriage then proceeded through the streets, resembling a streaking beam of starlight.En route, numerous individuals cast curious glances in their direction. However, any attempts at intentional or unintentional scrutiny were expertly intercepted by Meng Kui.Consequently, as they passed, many onlookers registered expressions of sheer astonishment.From a nearby restaurant, Deputy City Lord Jia Jicheng observed from a distance. Before he could even extend a greeting to Su Yuan, his intentions were summarily rebuffed by Meng Kui's formidable will.Sensing that immense, ocean-like pressure, Jia Jicheng's face stiffened instantly. His planned gesture of saluting Master Seven Stars was abruptly halted."Is that the imposing will pressure of the thirty-sixth tier? Just who is that individual?"Jia Jicheng was utterly dumbfounded.No matter how he examined her, Meng Kui appeared adorned and positioned as a mere maidservant. Initially, he had surmised Meng Kui to be Su Yuan's personal guard. Yet, upon closer inspection, her role genuinely seemed that of Su Yuan's attendant.What was transpiring here? Jia Jicheng was profoundly perplexed.Su Yuan seemed to acknowledge Jia Jicheng's presence and offered a gentle, distant smile: "Deputy City Lord Jia, please do visit when you find the time. I have pressing matters to attend to presently, so our conversation will have to be brief!"Jia Jicheng snapped back to awareness and promptly returned the respectful gesture: "Master, your engagements are of paramount importance. I shall take my leave and visit another time. I hope I haven't been a nuisance, esteemed fellow Daoist."The Starlight Carriage vanished in a flash.Beside Jia Jicheng, several acquaintances inquired with palpable curiosity, "From whence did this Master Seven Stars emerge? He possesses an aura quite akin to a formidable expert who has withdrawn from the Second Frontline."The speaker harbored no ulterior motives, yet the listener absorbed his words with keen interest.Jia Jicheng was momentarily stunned, abruptly recalling his prior exchange with the enigmatic figure and that person's distinctive silhouette. The sensation was remarkably similar to the Su Yuan who had just departed.Could it be...?Jia Jicheng dared not contemplate further.At the imposing gates of the City Lord's Mansion, the main entrance stood wide open, heralding Su Yuan's arrival.The Venerable City Lord himself was stationed at the primary entryway, extending a hearty welcome: "A most auspicious arrival, Master Seven Stars!""City Lord, you are far too gracious!" Su Yuan replied amiably."Pray, step inside!"The carriage did not halt but was directly escorted into the City Lord's Mansion by the Old City Lord. The spectacle left everyone outside in a state of utter astonishment, the City Lord's exceptionally cordial demeanor fueling rampant speculation.Su Yuan was ushered by the Old City Lord into the main hall, where an elaborate banquet had been meticulously prepared.The Old City Lord had specifically curated a selection of Black Flame City's finest local delicacies, a spread that even Su Yuan found remarkably gratifying.After the customary three rounds of drinks and five courses of exquisite dishes.Only then did the Old City Lord inquire, "Master Seven Stars, what particular business brings you to our humble abode today?"Su Yuan explained, "I have established a shop within the Merit Points Mall. However, its current renown is regrettably insufficient. My objective in visiting you, City Lord, is straightforward: I seek your esteemed patronage to act as a promoter for my establishment!"