Chapter 289 - 187: The Deer Maiden Who Likes to Lick the President! We’re Wanted!?

Chapter 289: Chapter 187: The Deer Maiden Who Likes to Lick the President! We’re Wanted!?

Su Xuan woke up, quickly washed up, and then headed to school.

When he walked into the classroom, the first thing he saw was the striking countdown on the blackboard—only nine days left until the college entrance exam.

Glancing around, Su Xuan noticed all his classmates were engrossed in their studies, with the sole exception of Liu Xue.

Since she had already received early admission to Zhehai University, she didn’t have to take the college entrance exam and looked particularly relaxed.

Su Xuan gave her a brief glance before returning to his seat.

Just as he sat down, his phone vibrated in his pocket.

Su Xuan picked up his phone and saw a message from Liu Xue:

Cute Rabbit: "Su Xuan, I reached E+ yesterday!"

Su Xuan replied, "Congrats! (emoji)"

Cute Rabbit: "Too bad the new Adventurer I recruited is only common-quality. Looks like I’ve used up all my luck ╮(╯▽╰)╭!"

Su Xuan saw the message and was about to comfort Liu Xue, telling her that recruiting low-rarity Adventurers was a common occurrence. But after a moment’s thought, he deleted the words.

’Because I’m probably not qualified to say that.’

So, Su Xuan changed the subject. "We’re only a few feet apart. Why are you texting me?"

Cute Rabbit: "I don’t want to disturb the other students."

"..."

Su Xuan was speechless.

Cute Rabbit: "Oh, right. Have you been keeping an eye on the world channel?"

"No, what’s up?" Su Xuan asked, his curiosity piqued.

Cute Rabbit: "I heard several B-Level Guilds got a special quest with a massive reward! They say it’s worth as much as ten B-Level quests combined!"

"A reward worth ten B-Level quests?" Hearing this, Su Xuan’s eyes lit up.

Based on the rewards from Ye Lingxi’s previous B-Level quest—an estimated 50 Gold Coins and one piece of Epic equipment—this special quest’s reward was probably over a hundred Gold Coins.

Completing it might even yield a piece of Legendary equipment!

A reward of that magnitude was almost on par with an A-Level quest.

"What are the details of this special quest? Do you know anything more?" Su Xuan asked Liu Xue.

’Considering several B-Level Guilds had accepted it, this must mean it’s not an exclusive quest, but one that multiple Guilds can participate in.’

Cute Rabbit: "I’m not too sure. I just heard that only B-Level Guilds and higher are qualified to accept and even view the special quest."

"Alright, thanks." Su Xuan put down his phone, lost in thought.

’Although the reward was tempting, he knew better than to get involved in something so far beyond his capabilities and fraught with danger.’

’Unless, of course, the matter directly involved him.’

Time flew by. Soon, it was afternoon, and Su Xuan headed home after packing his bag.

The moment he entered the game, a private message popped up.

Fei: "You’re wanted."

Su Xuan’s heart tightened. He immediately clicked the link Xu Feiyan had sent, and his expression turned grim.

An anonymous client had posted a special quest available to all B-Level or higher Guilds. Any Guild that brought the target back alive to the Royal City of the Star Kingdom would receive a massive reward: 300 Gold Coins and three pieces of Epic equipment.

A reward that tempting would move even an A-Level Guild to action.

However...

Su Xuan’s brows furrowed. ’This morning, I was curious about the special quest Liu Xue mentioned. I never expected to log into the game and find out the target is my Guild’s very own Viora!’

Fei: "The quest’s reward is generous, but only three or four Guilds have accepted it so far. That might not sound like much, but they’re B-Level Guilds, so be careful."

"Okay, thanks for the warning," Su Xuan replied gratefully.

He had a few theories as to why only three or four Guilds had accepted the quest.

The quest description only mentioned capturing a Deer Maiden and that the target had joined a Guild. Beyond that, there were almost no other clues.

The vague information undoubtedly increased the quest’s difficulty, making many Guilds unwilling to risk investing significant time and manpower to chase an uncertain target.

Still...

Su Xuan’s eyes narrowed. ’This is undoubtedly a thorny problem for me.’

It meant he couldn’t easily send Viora out on any quest. If another Adventurer spotted her, it would trigger a relentless hunt.

’The most direct way to stop this from happening is to find and eliminate the client who posted the quest.’

’Could it be Prince Tyres?’ Su Xuan wondered. Although Prince Tyres was the most likely suspect, he couldn’t be completely sure.

"President, why the long face?"

Just as Su Xuan was lost in thought, Viora approached with light, deer-like steps and asked gently from his side.

At the same time, she reached out and gave Su Xuan’s cheek a gentle lick, as if trying to calm his spirits.

"It’s nothing."

A smile slowly formed on Su Xuan’s face. Viora’s way of showing concern by licking his cheek was a little ticklish.

’But it seemed this special treatment was reserved only for him, the President.’

"As long as you’re okay~" Viora’s lips curved into a smile as warm as sunshine. Immediately after, an orange fruit grew once more on the branch in her hand.

"President, please take this."

"?"

Su Xuan accepted the fruit, and a message appeared in his vision:

[Orange Rainbow Fruit: A fruit that brings happiness. Eliminates the effects of most negative emotional Statuses and increases work efficiency by 50%.]

"Thank you."

Su Xuan smiled, gently stroking Viora’s antlers in thanks.

Viora closed her eyes like a contented cat, enjoying Su Xuan’s gentle touch.

"Mr. Su Xuan, what quests are we doing today?"

Just then, a white light flashed from the Teleportation Array, and Ivsha strode gracefully into the Guild. Nourished by Su Xuan’s Life Magic Power the day before, she was in a wonderful mood and brimming with vitality.

"Today, we’re going to start attempting D+ Level quests," Su Xuan said, turning to Ivsha.

There were only five D+ Level quests available, and each one presented a considerable challenge.

"Are we leaving now? I can’t wait!" Ivsha walked excitedly to Su Xuan’s side and threw herself into his arms.

The sparkle in her eyes revealed not just an eagerness for the quest, but a deep desire for the potential reward upon its completion.

Ever since the church’s financial situation had improved, Ivsha’s desire for Su Xuan’s Life Magic Power had come to surpass her desire for the quest rewards themselves.

"Let’s wait for Lucia. She’s not..." Su Xuan was about to say she hadn’t arrived, but he suddenly received a message from her.

[Something came up with the Church Court. I’ll be a little late.]

"..."

Su Xuan wasn’t too concerned. Adventurers weren’t always free and occasionally had their own business to attend to.

Lucia was busy, Fuli and Flora were undergoing a ritual at the Elf Mother Tree, and Viora couldn’t join the quest because of the bounty.

Therefore, the only members left for this quest were Ivsha, Rosaline, Alice, and Mare Rhine.

Though their numbers were diminished, their combined strength was more than enough to handle a D+ Level quest.

Su Xuan opened the quest panel and browsed the five D+ Level quests, his eyes finally landing on a gathering quest.

It was the only gathering quest among the five; the others were all combat-related.

[Quest]

Quest 1 (D+): Gather Purple Snow Ice Emperor Flower (0/1)

Quest Reward: 5 Gold Coins, 50,000 EXP

"This one it is."

Su Xuan quickly activated the Teleportation Gate to the quest location, then glanced toward the bedroom.

Ivsha, Rosaline, and Alice were all geared up and ready to go, but Mare Rhine was still sound asleep.

Su Xuan rushed into the bedroom.

"Get up!"

"Human! I was just about to tear that Mother Dragon to shreds! Why did you have to ruin my beautiful dream!"

"AHHHH!"

"This is all your fault! (I’ll bite you to death!)"