Twilight's Threshold Chapter 213: Poor Sweet Potato Burn (Third Update) - Novel Cool

Chapter 213: Poor Sweet Potato Burn (Third Update)

Chapter 213: Poor Sweet Potato Burn (Third Update)

"Regardless, this incident serves as a reminder for us."

Miss White Wine, seeing that Sweet Potato Burn was cowering, spoke calmly, "Even in a small place like Mingzhou City, which I, Second Pot, and Old Bai.gan all considered safe, we could suddenly find ourselves at the center of a storm."

"There might even be dangerous individuals we can't detect, right by our side."

"After this matter is resolved, we need to inform the Meng Family and other reincarnators about the risks in Mingzhou City. We should at least raise the danger level by two grades."

"..."

"Raise it by two grades?"

Hu Ma was somewhat surprised. Did the reincarnator community have such a concept?

"It's just a rough judgment."

Miss White Wine seemed to understand what Hu Ma, or rather Sweet Potato Burn, was curious about and explained softly, "In some places, there are no high-ranking figures entering the manor, and no powerful evil spirits. For reincarnators, such places are like paradise; nothing they do is noticed."

"Initially, Second Pot and I thought Mingzhou City was such a place."

"But now, with the appearance of that mysterious high-ranking figure, we realize this is not a place where we can act without restraint."

"The danger lies in the fact that if something really happens, even Second Pot and I might not be able to save people in a timely manner."

"..."

Sweet Potato Burn, hearing this, was already a bit panicked and hurriedly asked, "What should we do then? Keep lying low?"

"That's not necessary..."

Second Pot sighed and said, "After all, we've been operating under people's noses for a long time. If they were going to discover us, they would have done so already."

"Of course, being extra cautious is right. From now on, you... Sweet Potato Burn, if you want to do anything, it's best to consult with me and Miss White Wine first and get our approval before proceeding..."

"Of course, there's also Senior Old Bai.gan, but don't bother him unless it's absolutely necessary."

"..."

"Hisss..."

Hu Ma felt a toothache. Second Pot never forgot to give him a liaison role...

But he understood that this was also a sincere warning from Miss White Wine, ostensibly for Sweet Potato Burn but also for himself.

In the loose organization of reincarnators, the fact that Miss White Wine and Second Pot were willing to give this advice was essentially a restriction on him and Sweet Potato Burn, but it also meant they were taking on some responsibility.

After spending so much time together, they had developed some feelings...

"Oh, that's great..."

As Hu Ma was thinking, Sweet Potato Burn suddenly became excited and said, "Then, can the seniors help me with my urgent matters?"

"Urgent matters?"

Second Pot was taken aback and asked, "What urgent matters do you have?"

"Many..."

Sweet Potato Burn said, "I need to treat my leg. The reward from the Red Lantern Lady isn't enough, so I have to contribute a bit more."

"Also, I need an opportunity. I came to the Red Lantern Society thinking they would assign me to manage a Blood Food Mine, where I could make some extra money. Instead, they just gave me a nominal position as a venerated member, paying me a bit of money and grain every month, as if they were just keeping me around for nothing."

"I thought this was a powerless position, and maybe they're just waiting to send me to fight in the next magical duel for the Red Lantern Society..."

"Oh..."

She grumbled, then suddenly remembered, "Right, there's also the money I owe to Senior Old Bai.gan."

"Last time he helped me, he said he needed several tens of thousands of silver taels, which I haven't been able to gather yet..."

"..."

"Hmm?"

This statement made both Miss White Wine and Second Pot pause.

In the Life-bound Spirit Temple, they couldn't see each other, but Hu Ma felt their gazes focus on him.

He felt a bit awkward, coughed, and said, "No rush."

"..."

"Alright, just give me a part of it for now."

"..."

"Ha ha, whenever Brother Old Bai.gan acts, it's always so expensive..."

Second Pot also laughed dryly and said, "As for the rest, you don't need to worry. I arranged for you to move from the Blue Robe Gang to the Red Lantern Society, but I can't make decisions on other matters. I need to consult the Guardian Elder of the society first."

"For now, calm down. The Lady is building a temple and has taken over the Blue Robe Gang's business and territory. There will be plenty of opportunities..."

Sweet Potato Burn nodded repeatedly, "Okay, okay, I'll wait."

Hu Ma vaguely heard Miss White Wine snort coldly. He truly felt that Miss Sweet Potato Burn...

...was a very unfortunate woman!

The several tens of thousands of silver taels he mentioned were just a casual remark.

Who would have thought she took it seriously?

Now that she insisted on paying him, he couldn't refuse.

As for Second Pot, despite being a Guardian himself, he kept pushing everything off. A simple matter, and he made it sound so difficult.

There was a good chance that after he helped Sweet Potato Burn, she would owe him a huge favor...

Thinking about it, Miss White Wine was actually more straightforward?

No!

Hu Ma suddenly realized what Sweet Potato Burn was so eager to get the Blood Food for...

Treat the leg!

In this region of Mingzhou Prefecture, only Caoxin Hall could treat her injury. But Miss White Wine, who is from Caoxin Hall, not only didn’t mention it but also recommended Diguashao for her treatment. She didn’t seem to feel a bit of pain when collecting the blood food...

...Perhaps she did feel pain, but while feeling pain, she also charged Diguashao a high price for dozens of pounds of blood food.

This is indeed very reasonable.

"Indeed, we should reduce the frequency of our interactions and cooperation in the future. Everything should prioritize stability."

At this moment, Miss White Wine calmly interrupted the conversation between the two, saying, "However, like Diguashao, it’s not bad to speak openly about what you need. Compared to casually depleting your Daoist Power to chat with people, stating your needs is more meaningful."

"…It’s always better to have a clear purpose. By stating what you need, others can help you keep an eye out, making everything more convenient."

"Indeed."

Second Pot was the first to agree, saying seriously, "This is the true meaning of communication among the reincarnated ones!"

"However, the thing I need is quite difficult. I once sought a destiny that would allow me to leave the Red Lantern Society without any worries…"

"Earlier, I almost died, and it was thanks to Brother Old Bai.gan saving my life that I was able to find this thing… That time was successful, but I only obtained half of it. To solve the problem, I still need more."

"…"

"Right, right, right…"

Hu Ma sighed, "Just consider it as I saved your life. There’s no need to keep bringing it up, right?"

"Diguashao has already thought too much about it…"

"…"

"…"

"I know what you lack."

Miss White Wine took up the conversation, saying calmly, "But don’t be too anxious. Planning this now is still too early."

Second Pot quickly said, "I’m not in a hurry. What about you?"

"What do you need?"

"…"

Miss White Wine said calmly, "What I need is very dangerous, and you all can’t help."

"…Of course, Old Bai.gan might be able to. He is an old senior!"

"…"

"？"

Hu Ma was shocked. Has she also learned to be bad?

"Then, what does Senior Old Bai.gan need? Tell us. If we can help with a big favor, it might offset some silver."

Diguashao quickly chimed in.

"I?"

Hu Ma suddenly realized that the things he lacked were too many.

He lacked the two lamps of the Year-Guardian, some unique techniques after refining his eyes, ears, nose, and tongue, items used for casting spells, a manor, a carriage…

But he could only maintain his dignity, feeling that it wasn’t a good time to lay everything out.

So, after a moment of silence, he said calmly, "I lack blood food."

"…"

This time, the others fell silent, all sighing, "Indeed, there’s nothing we don’t lack."

Only Diguashao sighed, "What a straightforward senior…"

"Then, let’s all keep an eye out. It’s not easy to find what each of us lacks, after all, we are few in number."

Miss White Wine said calmly, "Earlier, we weren’t familiar with each other, and we only cooperated when there was an opportunity. Now, we have developed ties, and our interests are somewhat aligned."

"Moreover, since there is a powerful figure in Mingzhou City, we can’t help but cooperate."

"…"

Everyone agreed and withdrew.

In their hearts, they all understood that although there was no formal alliance or oath, the four of them, having opened up about some matters, now formed a small organization.

Of course, the foundation of this small organization lay in mutual restraint.

In terms of strength, they were not equal, but in terms of restraint, because Hu Ma, Second Pot, and Miss White Wine knew each other’s identities, they had mutual constraints.

As for Diguashao…

…She was just a poor woman.

Feeling reassured, Hu Ma withdrew. He didn’t expect that just as he was about to sleep, Miss White Wine’s voice sounded again, "I have some more things to discuss with you."

"Why is Miss White Wine contacting me alone again?"

Hu Ma was slightly puzzled but understood that she had something she didn’t want Diguashao and Second Pot to hear. He quickly said, "What is it?"

A thread of life incense connected them, and Miss White Wine pondered for a long time before softly saying, "I came to Mingzhou Prefecture for a reason. I originally planned to finish my business quickly, but because of…."

"Ha, the unexpected person’s existence, I have to be more cautious. I might need to leave Mingzhou Prefecture soon to handle some matters, but there are also important things here that I can’t manage alone."

"However, Second Pot is unreliable. He is too close to the Red Lantern Lady. If he is discovered, he would only have to eliminate her, which wouldn’t be worth it."

"Diguashao is even less reliable. I can’t trust her with this."

"So, after much thought, I believe you are the only one in Mingzhou Prefecture who can help me with this matter…"

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