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Chapter 522: Newbie Worker, Yecheng, Please Take Care!
Chapter 522: Newbie Worker, Yecheng, Please Take Care!
Singing Apple Pavilion, a place where a group of minstrels who played instruments made from apple trees had gathered and established an inn, according to the rumors.
Despite its aged exterior, the interior was surprisingly sturdy and clean. The walls were free of cracks, and the floors were polished to a gleaming shine.
However, at some point, the minstrels had become intermediaries due to their travels, and the place gradually became a hub for workers to reside and accept quests.
When Yecheng and Nabeh entered, they immediately caught the attention of many present.
The reason was simple; workers operating in the empire should have at least seen each other, even if they weren't familiar.
Yecheng and Nabeh's black hair and dark eyes not only carried a foreign charm but also appeared unfamiliar to the locals.
"Is this the 'Singing Apple Pavilion,' the gathering place for Empire workers?
We are travelers from the Far East, registered as workers in the empire, and our team name is 'Jing·Jie' (taken from the anime Bleach). We ask for your kind consideration."
Upon hearing Yecheng's words, the workers at the Singing Apple Pavilion burst into laughter after a moment of silence.
The 'Four Schemers,' who had just completed a quest and were celebrating with drinks and dividing their earnings at a nearby table, couldn't help but shake their heads and sigh at the commotion caused by Yecheng.
"Hey, hey, hey, where did this greenhorn come from? Doesn't he know he's asking for a beating?" Heklang, the leader of the Four Schemers, couldn't help but remark.
Seeking guidance from veterans? Was this a joke? Did they think this was some kind of playground?
Even regular adventurers wouldn't pay much attention to newcomers, let alone workers, a group of self-interested individuals.
The competition among workers was far worse than among adventurers, with little to no rules, as everyone was solely motivated by money.
Workers killing each other during quests was a common occurrence, especially when dealing with outsiders. In the eyes of the local workers, Yecheng and his team were there to steal their jobs, and now they were asking for guidance, which was a blatant provocation.
"I believe they are newcomers now, daring to speak like that in front of so many workers.
Either they possess fearless strength or are clueless greenhorns."
Imina, the only half-elf with purple hair among the Four Schemers, took a sip of her beer and observed Yecheng and Nabeh, commenting on their situation.
"What should we do? Should we help them? These people might not go too far, but if things get serious, these two youngsters might have to bid farewell to their adventuring careers."
Roba, the priest among the Four Schemers, looked at Yecheng and Nabeh with a concerned expression.
Having once served as a temple priest, he had left the organization due to his kind nature, dissatisfied with their inability to help the poor who couldn't afford treatment. Eventually, he became a worker.
"Let's wait and see. There are quite a few workers gathered here today, and although we, the Four Schemers, have some reputation, not everyone will give us face."
As the leader, Heklang had to consider the well-being of the entire team. While he wanted to act heroically, he also had to weigh the potential consequences for himself and his team.
"Hahahaha! You want us to take care of you?
This shouldn't be a problem, but while asking for your guidance as a senior, shouldn't you juniors also show some respect to your seniors first?
I'm not asking for much, just fifty gold coins and a few nights with your wife to keep me happy, then I might consider helping you out."
Not long after Yecheng's words fell, a bearded man in the inn let out a mocking laugh and said, "Kaz, how could such a beauty be cheap enough for just you? I have more experience as a Worker than you, right?
So if anyone's going to have some fun, it should be me, the senior of seniors.
This little brat here is quite handsome too. Why don't you settle for him instead? That should be fine, right?"
Workers were a mixed bunch, and among them were many thugs and criminals. At this moment, their foul language filled the air, and their gazes towards Nabeh were filled with lust. Even Yecheng, standing by her side, was now being treated as a dish on the menu.
"No, no, no, I think you Workers have misunderstood me.
When I said 'guidance,' I wasn't referring to work-related guidance, but rather, I want you to consider being careful when you get knocked down later."
The Workers who had been mocking and ridiculing Yecheng earlier now turned pale as they heard his words.
The bearded man named Kaz, the first to show his disdain for Yecheng's arrogance, flew towards him and threw a punch.
"Where did this little brat come from? His attitude stinks worse than my foot odor!
If we don't teach him a lesson today, you won't know the might of the 'Wild Dogs'!"
As the bearded man's fist flew towards him, Nabeh, standing next to Yecheng, wanted to step forward, but Yecheng blocked her with his hand.
"Since you're aiming for me, I'll let you witness the strength of these so-called seniors."
Yecheng didn't dodge the bearded man's punch because there was no need to.
With his level reaching a hundred, a lowly Level 10 Worker like the bearded man was no threat. Not only could he not break through Yecheng's defense, but he couldn't even scratch him.
"Crack!"
A crisp sound of shattering bones echoed, and the Workers watching the scene immediately showed disdain on their faces.
They had seen Yecheng's fearless attitude and secretly wondered if he was some unknown powerhouse. But when Kaz's punch landed, the black-haired brat's skull didn't shatter; instead, it was Kaz's own bones that cracked. This brat was so weak he could be defeated by a simple kick.
"Wait, the one with the broken bones isn't the brat, it's Kaz!"
The 'Four Schemers,' who were also observing the scene, quickly realized something was amiss. Although Yecheng was the one being attacked, the one in pain was Kaz, the attacker.
"Ahhhhhhhh!"
A scream of agony came from the bearded man's mouth, loud enough to be called heart-wrenching. But it was only when he covered his arm and yelled that everyone realized the one with the broken bones wasn't the black-haired brat, but the bearded man who had attacked him.
"You bastard, what despicable trick did you use?"
Although his attack was ineffective, and he had even broken his own fist, the bearded man still didn't believe it was Yecheng's strength. He thought Yecheng must have used some sort of trick.
(End of Chapter)
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