Chapter 53 - 47 The Big Play_1
"Alright, let's not waste anymore time. I'll handle this matter, and you can dismiss your people," Manager Ying said to Zhao Chen.
"With too many people around, we risk startling the snake and letting it escape, which would be problematic."
"You don't need even one assistant?" Zhao Chen asked.
"No need, it's just a Necromancer," Manager Ying said with a relaxed expression.
"Maybe it's safer to take a couple of assistants..."
"You're so annoying," Manager Ying said irritably. "Are you worried that if I solve this by myself, you won't get any credit?"
"!!!" Zhao Chen's expression stiffened as he awkwardly replied, "How could that be? Since Manager Ying says so, then we'll follow your arrangements."
"Hmph."
"If we're talking about an assistant, then let's use this guy. I'll have him lead the way, and he can also get some exposure to the undead." The feline store manager looked at Lu Ran.
"This..." Zhao Chen was startled. When you asked for an assistant, you weren't asking for a dead weight, his expression subtly changing as he said, "Manager Ying, it's fine for Lu to lead the way, but let's not get him involved in dangerous matters like confronting a Necromancer. He's still just a beginner..."
"At worst, after we capture that Necromancer, it won't be too late for Lu to observe him then."
"Don't worry, nothing will go wrong with me around," Manager Ying assured. "A captured Necromancer isn't worth observing anymore."
"It's just that this matter is still somewhat..." Zhao Chen's expression showed difficulty as he continued, "Lu is a newcomer that Dr. Gu has high hopes for. How about I contact Dr. Gu to ask first..."
He was still not at ease with Lu Ran going on such a dangerous undertaking with just a cat for company.
Even though there were legends of Manager Ying's formidable strength, Lu Ran's identity was somewhat sensitive, as it involved another important figure.
Even if Lu Ran was quite capable... the other party was, after all, a cross-country criminal syndicate.
"Huh? He's a newcomer that Qingyi has high expectations for?" Manager Ying was taken aback, then looked towards Lu Ran, who was coughing dryly.
"Cough cough cough, Uncle Zhao, it's fine, I actually want to go," Lu Ran said, feeling a bit embarrassed at the moment. Ah, it seemed Little White Dragon and the others had really built up such an image of him.
But it seemed this cat knew Qingyi, which could be awkward if they actually got in touch. After all, Qingyi didn't know him, Lu Ran...
"No wonder you mentioned Qingyi. You've had contact with her," Manager Ying seemed thoughtful, then nodded at Zhao Chen. "Don't worry about it anymore. I'm more familiar with Qingyi than you are. I'll take care of this kid. Considering Xiao Qingyi's relationship, I'll make sure he's looked after."
"I promise to bring him back in one piece."
"Well... okay then." With Manager Ying speaking so firmly, and with Lu Ran himself agreeing, Zhao Chen couldn't say much else.
In a flash, he couldn't help but feel envy. Having connections sure was nice: not only did Lu Ran have the backing of Dr. Gu, but now he easily tied up with Manager Ying as well.
"Let's go," Manager Ying said to Lu Ran. Nôv(el)B\\jnn
"How are we traveling..." Lu Ran asked.
"Have you ever heard of the Spatial Skill, Teleport?"
...
Jinling City, behind Prism City's hill.
With a flash of light, two figures appeared.
After landing, Lu Ran silently surveyed his surroundings.
"A hefty sum of crystal coins???" Lu Ran startled.
Why didn't you say that sooner?
Had it been mentioned earlier, against a murderer everyone wants dead, surely Lu Ran would've volunteered to capture them himself!
Punishing the wicked and promoting the righteous! Indisputably obligatory!
In that instant, Lu Ran felt full of righteousness.
This shift left Manager Ying momentarily dumbfounded; what happened? This guy wasn't badly in need of crystal coins, was he?
It seemed like he really was; Manager Ying could sense that the Lizard in Lu Ran's pocket hadn't awakened its attribute yet. Short on money to buy materials, perhaps?
Never mind, it wasn't her concern anymore.
She turned her attention back to the grave.
First, she paid a few seconds of silent tribute to the unfortunate Novice Beast Trainer.
Then, faint golden blue ripples appeared around her.
The golden blue ripples widened quickly, soon enveloping the entire mountain!
Countless traces emerged before her eyes, passing by like a flickering slide show.
After a moment, the light vanished.
"All set," Manager Ying stated indifferently. "That Necromancer is a Beginner as well and left behind quite a few traces."
"Let's go find him. As long as he's still in Jinling, it won't take long to locate him."
"Hmm, if he has left Jinling or even gone to Infinite City, that might be a bit troublesome, but let's start searching anyway."
"Okay!" Lu Ran nodded.
"If he's in the city, we might need you to act as bait to lure him to a less crowded place. We don't want a fight in a crowded area, and neither does he."
"I won't show myself if I don't have to, so as not to scare him off and affect his performance."
Lu Ran's face darkened. So, he was still going to be the bait?!
"I just feel like luring him directly is a bit unreliable," Lu Ran said. "If he's not dumb, he definitely won't attack a stranger Beast Trainer without doing some research on their strength first..."
The cat's lips curled slightly as she said, "Devouring souls is addictive for low-level Necromancers, like something very few can control. The domestic ones are usually insignificant and lack the discipline. Only core members and high-ups of the Reaper have truly mastered their profession."
What's that thing? Lu Ran was puzzled.
"These small fry are widely spread by the Reaper, mass-produced and induced much like breeding pests, it doesn't matter if many die. Only those who are born with the ability to truly wield Necromancy are genuinely recruited by the Reaper."
"Just take your Lizard around him; with their sensitivity to souls, they'll perceive that you are tempting but weak, after all, your Lizard really is weak. Considering it's uncontracted and only level 1, that's normal. But he won't be able to tell whether you're contracted or not and will instinctively think that guy is your Pet Beast."
King of Sudden Death: [I'm going to drop dead!]
Lu Ran thought it seemed feasible, and he patted the King of Sudden Death in his pocket, telling it not to drop dead.
Did you hear that?
Just stick with me and get stronger!
Otherwise, with guys out there capable of "grinding levels by killing monsters," you're in even more danger!
The King of Sudden Death trembled in fear, yet felt there was reason in Lu Ran's words. The world was indeed a dangerous place... To avoid being killed, it needed to become stronger with Lu Ran, to the point where even its soul was toughened to the extent that enemies couldn't touch it!