Chapter 617: Chapter 558: Borrowing a Puppet
Shi Huaiyu said angrily, “It’s not like we provoked them; they were the ones who forcibly trained Shi Yunxiang, and we were just stopping them.”
The administrator couldn’t help but frown and explained, “They saw that Shi Yunxiang also belongs to the Demon Descendants, so they wanted to have some interaction. The habits of Demon Descendants are different from our Human Clan, you need to learn to understand.”
“Moreover, this incident happened for a reason. I asked them, Sky Demon University has a breeding tax, and they need to be pregnant regularly.”
“Some of their colleagues aren’t pregnant yet, so they’re naturally a bit anxious, which is why they pinned Shi Yunxiang down.”
Seeing that Shi Huaiyu and others still looked unconvinced, the administrator couldn’t help but say, “You students, can’t you understand the school’s difficulties? The cooperation with Sky Demon University is being watched by many leaders. Can you take responsibility if something goes wrong?”
At this moment, a Demon Descendant shouted, “We can’t just let this go. They hurt people, there must be compensation.”
“Have that Lion Demon come over and serve us until we’re all pregnant.”
As the conflict seemed about to erupt again, a person emanated a dazzling light, slowly walking in from beyond the construction site.
On his head was the ranking of 13th in the Artifact Refining Department, 44th in the whole school, with two military certificates displayed on his back.
Seeing this scene, the gathered demons were collectively stunned, then fell into shock.
“Military Artifact Refining Engineering Certificate! And a Military Civil Engineering Certificate!”
“A dual military-certified aristocrat of artifact refining!”
“What… what a strong pressure!”
“Why would such a noble come to the construction site? Is he here to eat us?”
Amidst the constant thumping sounds, Demon Descendants fell one after another to the ground, exposing their bellies, expressing the highest submission to Zhang Yu before them.
Watching this scene, Zhang Yu thought to himself, “These guys from Sky Demon University are indeed more adapted to the law of the jungle, more infinitely submissive to the strong than those from Wanfa University.”
The administrator on the side also had a solemn expression upon witnessing this, and politely said, “President Zhang, you’re here?”
At that moment, waves of Divine Power swept across the air as several Patrol Team members had arrived.
The leading Patrol Team member was about to ask who called the Patrol Team here? Who was fighting? But the next moment, his gaze was fixed tightly on Zhang Yu.
“Is this… Zhang Yu?” the Patrol Team member politely asked, “Is there anything going on here?”
Facing someone with dual military certificates and ranked within the top 50 in the school, unless the person actively attacked him, this patrol member would need superior authorization even if Zhang Yu decided to beat up all the students in front of him.
Zhang Yu waved his hand and said, “There’s nothing to worry about, everyone; leave this to us.”
After speaking, he glanced over at the students from Sky Demon University and chuckled, “Right?”
Upon seeing Zhang Yu’s bared teeth, the Demon Descendants trembled altogether, one of them terrified, shouted, “Don’t eat me!”
Seeing this, the administrator couldn’t help but say, “President Zhang, these are students from Sky Demon University; there are orders not to cause conflict…”
In his view, no matter how much Zhang Yu was the company boss and a student who transferred to the Artifact Refining Department, how could he go against the school leadership policy to lower the operational risks of his company for the sake of some grievances suffered by his Civil Engineering Department employees?
After all, what boss would take risks to protect their employees?
However, Zhang Yu, under the unbelievable gaze of the administrator, said calmly, “My company’s employees can’t be randomly bullied.”
The administrator felt a sinking feeling, thinking, “Damn… talking about company employees, I think you’re just discriminating against the Demon Descendants from Sky Demon University; you must be an Immortal Daoist.”
On the other side, hearing what Zhang Yu said and looking at the tall dual certificates behind Zhang Yu, Shi Huaiyu, Ying Xin, Shi Yunxiang, and others unknowingly straightened their backs, feeling a kind of gratitude and confidence in their hearts.
Zhang Yu then looked at the multitude of Demon Descendants and said, “Get lost, if you dare to provoke my company people again… I’ll eat you all.”
The panicked Demon Descendants screamed and scattered, disappearing from Zhang Yu’s sight in no time.
Seeing this scene, the administrator sighed, saying, “President Zhang… sigh, was it necessary? It’s just a small matter; what if they report this to the teachers at Sky Demon University, causing inter-school disputes? What if the school leadership blames you?”
Zhang Yu was too lazy to deal with them and looked at Ying Xin and the four others, saying, “Let’s have a small meeting; we need to discuss the company’s follow-up arrangements with you. Your workload might increase…”
Shi Huaiyu laughed, “Increasing the workload is a good thing.”
On the side, Ying Xin nodded as well; as the company worker and accountant, she knew how generous Zhang Yu had been in distributing money all along.
Especially when several times the engineering funds were stuck, Ying Xin knew it was Zhang Yu who paid out of his own pocket to cover the salaries.
She believed that even if the workload increased, Zhang Yu would definitely not be stingy regarding overtime pay or salary raises.
Shi Yunxiang clenched his fists, filled with confidence, saying, “Just in time, I’ve been feeling like I haven’t had enough work to do, not using up my strength.”
Since joining the company, with the Tiger-Wolf medicine provided by Zhang Yu and Le Mulan, in addition to the deep cold Mana, Shi Yunxiang felt his work efficiency significantly improved, while also resisting the side effects brought about by the medicine.
Plus, with the ancient medical skills treatment by Xiao Qingxuan and the massages by Yu Xinghan, this multi-pronged approach allowed his physique to be nurtured during this period. As a result, not only did his income improve, but his body didn’t wear down like in the past, even becoming healthier than before.
Of course, Xiao Qingxuan, Yu Xinghan, and Le Mulan also gained considerable extra income in this process.
Xiao Qingxuan looked at his company colleagues in front of him. If it were in the past, he would never have dared to risk being caught by hospitals or pharmaceutical companies for charging others for treatment.
All along, he treated outsiders for free, but due to the general distrust of ancient healing arts, not many people were willing to accept his free treatment.
It wasn’t until after the battle with the Demon Sect’s Golden Core that he found partners he could trust and charge for treatment.
“This isn’t right…”
“We are delving deeper into illegality…”
Xiao Qingxuan repeatedly told himself this, yet he couldn’t help but enjoy the feeling of being in this group, relishing the ability to charge and forge bonds through medical fees.
“Old man…” Xiao Qingxuan rubbed his head, thinking to himself, “The ancient mindset you’ve left behind has truly caused me a lot of trouble.”
Next, Zhang Yu arranged for everyone to cooperate with the Heavenly Sun Divine for construction, determined to fully exploit the earning potential of this Level 20 military-grade construct.
Upon seeing Zhang Yu acquiring dual certifications and introducing the Heavenly Sun Divine’s military-grade power to the company, everyone’s enthusiasm surged, eager for the upcoming major work and crazy money-making.
…
Several days later.
Everything was calm.
Just when Zhang Yu thought those Sky Demon University students were not causing trouble, someone inquired about the happenings of that day.
Only then did Zhang Yu find out, even though those Sky Demon University students didn’t dare to confront him, their teacher learned about it and caused a stir, even approaching the Finance Department’s teachers to complain about Zhang Yu.
Fu Ji said: “Hey, Sky Demon University is now buttering up both sides. The whole school likely won’t miss any chance to seek benefits, and they’ve come begging at Wanfa University.”
As Zhang Yu planned to handle this issue himself, he discovered that quietly, the teachers and students of Sky Demon were no longer making a fuss, seemingly suppressed by a powerful force.
A day later, Zhang Yu learned that it was Bei Wufeng from the Artifact Refining Department who intervened, and the invisible force suppressing the Demon Descendants was called spirit coins.
Though he didn’t really like Bei Wufeng’s methods of bribery, Zhang Yu still thanked him.
Bei Wufeng: Just a minor matter. I understand, Junior, that you are young and talented, disliking these foul-smelling demons stirring up trouble in University City.
Bei Wufeng: But focus on the big picture. Right now, the school is at a critical moment in trying to win over the Heavenly Demons, and any small conflict could become their bargaining chip, potentially causing the school to pay a greater price.
Bei Wufeng: Even if you discriminate against them, try to pretend a bit, not too obvious.
Zhang Yu thought to himself: “Does Bei Wufeng think I’m discriminating against Demon Descendants, which is why I clashed with Sky Demon University students? I may not like these bizarre-looking monsters, but when did I discriminate?”
“Forget it, discriminating against Demon Descendants… is better than taking care of employees.”
Zhang Yu understood that, in this broken place called Kunxu, the latter was far more concerning, raising suspicions and even doubts about him joining some Demon Sect.
At this point, Bei Wufeng sent another message: Junior, there’s something I’d like to discuss with you.
Bei Wufeng: Can I borrow your Heavenly Sun Divine?
Zhang Yu was slightly stunned, thinking: “Borrow a military-grade construct? Can that be casually lent out? It’s akin to lending you my flesh and blood.”
Just as Zhang Yu was contemplating refusal, Bei Wufeng sent another message: 50 spirit coins per day, any damage costs will be mine.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu was shocked: “50 spirit coins a day? Darn rich guy… Why don’t you just borrow my flesh and blood too, for 100 spirit coins a day?”
Zhang Yu: Okay, when do you need it?
Bei Wufeng: It’s for the next top ten competitions, I want to borrow your Heavenly Sun Divine for a few days during the matches.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu’s previously fiery thoughts were immediately doused like a bucket of cold water.
Looking at the contract sent by the other party, Zhang Yu replied: Sorry, Senior, I can’t lend it.
Bei Wufeng: Junior, if there’s something you’re not satisfied with in the contract, we can negotiate, everything is modifiable.
Zhang Yu: Really can’t lend it.
Bei Wufeng: Oh, I understand now, has Ye Xingli already asked to borrow it?
Bei Wufeng: Or Yan Qianji?
Seeing these words, Zhang Yu had a realization.
“The number of school team members is limited, so the members would ask other non-teammates at the school owning military-grade magic treasures for loans, right?”
“This Bei Wufeng’s gestures were all to borrow my Heavenly Sun Divine during the top ten competitions.”
Zhang Yu knew deceiving the other party was pointless at this moment.
After thinking it over, he decided not to conceal his intentions anymore and directly responded: Senior, I’m also planning to participate in the next top ten competitions, so I can’t lend it to you.