In a Fantasy World as Cannon Fodder, I Got Entangled with the Heroine - Chapter 63

Chapter 63: Just Got Back, and Already Heading Out Again!

Translation by: Weebsread👹

“The room was reserved well in advance. If your Longyan Trading Company is really that domineering, why don’t you try snatching it from our guest?” The innkeeper’s voice was calm and unyielding, betraying not a hint of fear.

Hmph! With the Young Master backing me up, why would I ever flinch in front of these thugs?

The burly man’s face contorted with anger at the innkeeper’s words. He clenched his fist, looking ready to strike.

But the young man beside him reached out, grabbing his arm to stop him. “Father told us not to make trouble.”

The large man hesitated for a heartbeat, then snorted. “Tch! Consider yourself lucky.” With that, he released the innkeeper and stepped aside.

The young man offered a polite nod. “My companion gets a bit hotheaded—sorry about that.”

“Could you prepare us some food?”

If not for Father’s warning, I’d have torn Myriad Phoenix Inn down by now! Just you wait—once I finish my business, this place will be dust.

…

The innkeeper tugged at his collar and shot the young man a cold look before gesturing. “There, take a seat and wait.”

“Thank you.” The young man led his group to the indicated table.

A middle-aged man who managed the accounts slipped up beside the innkeeper, speaking in a low voice. “Boss, is this really wise? The Longyan Trading Company holds more power and money than anyone else in Longyan Kingdom. We can’t afford to cross them.”

The innkeeper didn’t seem concerned. “What can I do? Orders from above. I just follow along.”

“Anyway, stick to your ledgers. Leave the rest to me.”

Before long—

Jiang Qian stepped out of his room and approached the counter. “Well? Did you handle the Longyan Trading Company people properly?” he asked.

“Rest assured, Young Master! All taken care of!” the innkeeper replied, practically bowing, his face lit up with an obsequious grin.

Why do I always get a bad feeling when I see that expression? Am I being paranoid, or is something up?

Jiang Qian shook his head, suppressing his suspicions, and left Myriad Phoenix Inn.

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Back at Azure Mountain Sect, Jiang Qian made for his quarters—only to find Wu Jinfeng lurking right outside his door.

What’s he doing here? Don’t tell me there’s another tedious errand waiting for me…

Maybe if I’m quick, I can slip away unnoticed.

Jiang Qian moved quietly, trying to sneak off, but just as he turned—

“Cousin, be careful! You nearly bumped into me!” Jiang Zixuan appeared, blocking his escape.

Jiang Qian halted awkwardly. “Cousin, if you have something to say, can’t it wait until I’m next home?”

“Senior Brother! So here’s where you were!” Wu Jinfeng had heard Jiang Qian’s voice, and eagerly hurried over.

Jiang Qian covered his face with his hand and forced a wry smile. “Don’t tell me—you’ve got some other absurd mission for me, haven’t you?”

“Haha, Senior Brother, you’re amazing! You guessed it right away!” Wu Jinfeng laughed, already warming up to explain. “There’s a—”

He didn’t get to finish—Jiang Qian’s hand shot out to clamp over his mouth. Smiling “kindly,” Jiang Qian threatened, “Don’t utter another word, or I won’t guarantee your mouth will stay attached.”

Wu Jinfeng broke out in a cold sweat, silently begging Jiang Zixuan for help.

Jiang Zixuan could only sigh and shake her head helplessly. There’s nothing I can do.

I’m doomed, Wu Jinfeng thought, his expression one of utter despair.

Finally, Jiang Zixuan spoke up, breaking the awkward silence. “Jiang Qian, the Sect Master wants to see us.”

Sect Master again? What is that old man plotting now…

Jiang Qian let go of Wu Jinfeng and nodded. “Understood. Let’s go.”

The two cousins set off together for the main hall.

Wu Jinfeng rubbed his cheeks, watching Jiang Qian walk away. “Every time I see Senior Brother, my blood runs cold. Never again!”

He scurried off as fast as he could.

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Before long, Jiang Qian and Jiang Zixuan arrived at the Main hall.

Duan Yuqing and Bai Piaoxue were already there, waiting.

Once everyone had assembled, Bai Qianfeng looked the four over and said, “I’ve called you here for a reason—there’s a mission I need you to handle.”

“A city called Ercheng is surrounded by demonic beast. Looks like a beast tide is imminent.”

“Longyan Kingdom has already sent troops, but the city lord is an old friend of mine. This is a great opportunity for the four of you to gain experience.”

Bai Piaoxue, Duan Yuqing, and Jiang Zixuan immediately voiced their agreement.

Only Jiang Qian protested, “Sect Master, do I really have to go? I just got back from Heavenly Fragrance Academy. Can’t I get a break?”

Bai Qianfeng smiled. “How about this—finish this task, and I’ll give you a ten-day vacation. Deal?”

“At least a month!” Jiang Qian haggled.

“Still trying to bargain? At most, fifteen days!” the Sect Master said.

“A month!”

“Twenty days!”

Jiang Qian shrugged. “Fine, fine—twenty days it is!” Bai Qianfeng finally relented and waved them off. “Now get going!”

“What about the Spirit boat?” Jiang Qian asked.

Bai Qianfeng shot him a side-eye. “You have your own, don’t you? Why should the sect pay for one?”

Of course! He’s always had his eyes on my Spirit boat.

“Fine, then you’ll cover the cost of all the Zixuan Coins it burns, Sect Master!”

“How much?”

“One million!”

“Outrageous! You’re robbing me in broad daylight!”

“Eighty percent off—for you, eight hundred thousand.”

“Two hundred thousand!”

“Five hundred thousand!”

“Three hundred thousand—it’s my last offer.”

“Deal.” Jiang Qian grinned and agreed immediately.

Honestly, using my own Spirit boat is less of a pain than bargaining with this old fox!

Left without a choice, Bai Qianfeng reluctantly handed over three hundred thousand Zixuan Coins.

“Thank you, Sect Master!” Jiang Qian replied, pocketing the coins and heading off in high spirits.

Bai Piaoxue and the others quickly caught up.

Soon enough, the four were aboard the Spirit boat, soaring into the sky above Azure Mountain Sect.

Jiang Qian lounged in his seat, stretching lazily. “I barely got back from Heavenly Fragrance Academy and now I’m heading right back out! This is exhausting… Will I ever get to leave Azure Mountain Sect and go home for good?”

“Brother Jiang, you want to leave Azure Mountain Sect? Why not join our Beast Taming Sect instead?” A playful, sweet voice piped up right beside him—Hu Murui had suddenly appeared at his side.

“Whoa!” Jiang Qian almost leapt out of his seat. “When did you get on board?”

“Heehee, I snuck aboard back at Azure Mountain Sect!” Hu Murui giggled, then wrapped herself around Jiang Qian’s right arm, snuggling up close.

Bai Piaoxue, seeing Hu Murui not only appear out of thin air but also shamelessly clinging to Jiang Qian, was instantly incensed. “Let go of Jiang Qian! Now!”

“Nope! Why should I listen to you?” Hu Murui stuck out her tongue defiantly.

In an instant, the tension between the two girls sizzled through the cabin, ready to explode at any moment.