Chapter 409 - 409: Profit Everywhere!

Wham! Bubai smashed the bloody head onto the ground! A dagger hammered into the skull to complete the execution!

After adding the final nail to the coffin, Bubai disdainfully spat out, "Sending such a trash fish to test me…? Really looking down on me, ah."

What happened? It wasn't anything special.

Just the cliché script: using honeyed threats and hollow promises to convince him to turn coat or give up.

Merlin's stinking socks, really think he's that cheap and easy to sway? Please.

Besides, if he really dared pull any betrayal BS, the first backlash will probably come from those old geezers backing him!

Nobody wants to raise a white-eyed wolf.

Even demonic sects didn't have much leeway in this aspect. If it wasn't an instant death ticket, it was slow burn till the wolf starves to death.

Unless there's immense profit involved and he possessed strong enough personal strength to stand on his own, only a fool will take this path.

Hence, the outcome of the talks was obvious: the sacrifice of a nameless early-stage foundation establishment pawn to Evil God Bubai.

What does Bubai has to say about this? Please, come again!

Cannon fodder like these, he'll accept any day! This was free food!

Though it wasn't as easy as chewing through Qi Refiners, but the fight still felt so easy that maybe even the author would completely skip over it!

If his life was a story, of course. Ahem.

But this was no filler, but real life. Thus, nothing could get skipped over. The round lasted much longer than what a single chapter could cover.

Mostly because Bubai played it smart and did his best… to stall for time.

This way, his injuries healed…

By the end, he's pretty sure his HP was higher than when he started… Ahem.

Of course, that wasn't the only thing that got higher.

Another important thing that got higher? His profits!

Bubai hung another locked storage pouch on his waist and grinned. "Another loot bag pocketed! More mula to my name! Mwahahaha!"

And this… was only the loot from this poor soul! If somebody asked where the most notable profit lays, then he must count last round's loot!

Not only did that Jin Tiemo sponsor loot bags and a magic weapon valuable enough to cover every drop of his investment in these battles, Bubai even found a mysterious fang that he believe to be the source of the curse!

Funnily enough, it turned out to be one of the teeth that got knocked out by his punch...

That's probably why the curse got broken all of a sudden, and that gave him the chance to make a decisive, clean kill.

Villains that love talking too much deserve to die! So, Bubai certainly didn't give the other any chance to talk it out!

He even did everything to ensure that...

From smashing the other's jaws to applying metal-toxin—good stuff sponsored by the second Qian brother—to his weapons…

Even his overpowered dream illusion skill made an appearance!

These were the surefire killers he prepped just for that bloody sicko!

Of course, even with all of this, knocking out the accursed fang was definitely the key.

Such a mysterious curse was almost an unsolvable killer at this stage and he certainly lucked out.

No complaints there though. Why complain about a little plot armor?

If his life was a story, that mysterious fang might even be a new plot armor delivered to his pocket!

Of course, whether it was or not, Bubai didn't bother looking into it yet.

Sorting through his spoils can be left till later—after everything is over.

The Sacred Torch Ritual was still ongoing! The profit train is still going choo choo!

Looking out at the audience, Bubai pounded his chest like a war drum and threw back his head to roar to the heavens. "Who's next?!"

This gesture was indeed… kinda provocative, but he didn't care.

Since he already offended that Jin Clan, just offend them till the end!

He even hoped they'll send more up to die. That way he could weaken the foundation of this new enemy clan!

Alas… perhaps he acted too proud because the enemy decided to... cut losses.

"The Jin Clan… cedes this competition."

Naniii?! Bubai froze. He almost wanted to slap himself! He should've acted like he was on his last leg!

Then again, even he did fake it, others might not believe him anymore since he loved doing it so much…

Oh well. He'd milked enough already anyways...

Gazing up at the dawning skies, the fisherman clasped his hands behind his back like a scholar and sighed.

"Hey, what a pity… I thought there will be a good fight. Too bad—even I'm scared of myself when I get serious."

After doing a little aura farming, Bubai pretentiously strutted out of the arena.

But his pretentiousness only lasted until the darkness swallowed him.

Locking onto the unseen presence waiting in the dark corridor, Bubai stopped in place and heightened his vigilance. "Who?! Come out! I know you're there!"

Half a heartbeat later, a familiar masked law enforcer stepped out from the shadows.

No, it wasn't Miss Raven or Miss Ponytail Officer.

This time, it was the mature-flavored lady with a glamorous burgundy side bun and a golden rope: Miss Golden-Rope Warden!

Though her appearance was familiar by now, Bubai wasn't really acquainted with her except for the few run-ins when she dealt with that moneybag, Qian Bage.

Why did she show up here all of a sudden? Could she be here to…

Gulp. Bubai suppressed his stray thoughts and did his best to stay level-headed. "This Miss… what owes me the honor?"

Right on cue, Miss Golden-Rope Warden tossed over a pill bottle. "Catch. Moonlit Orchid Essence. It's medicine that can soothe wounded spirits."

Good stuff! Bubai caught the little thing. After a little inspection, he quickly put it away then looked at the medicine delivery lady. "That's all?"

His intentions were meant to send off the guest, but Miss Golden-Rope Warden might've misunderstood something.

She gave him that silent stare of scrutiny then slowly enunciated, "I can fulfill one request of yours."

"Huh? Really?" Bubai blinked, quite surprised at the sudden offer.

A free lunch? Nah. More like: what did he do to warrant such a favor?

Bubai quickly connected the dots.

It seems like… this chick really has a relationship with those Qian brothers! No way… could she be…?

His eyes raked her up and down.

What a nice figure… and recalling his glimpse of her top-quality foxy appearance in the Phoenix's Nest...

Looks and strength were all there! No wonder that core disciple is interested!

Facing his rude look, Miss Golden-Rope Warden didn't get angry. She simply softly uttered. "Change it."

Huh? Did she misunderstand again? Bubai didn't correct her though. "What? You can't even do this much?"

"How bold. Hehe… But I don't mind…" Miss Golden-Rope Warden licked her lip and lowered her foxy gaze. "If you're not afraid of losing it."

Lose it? Bubai stiffened and quickly covered his little brother. "W-why are you staring at my family jewels?! Pervert!"

Those eyes behind her mask grew a touch more dangerous and a hand went to the golden rope on her hips. "Mo gongzi, please don't test my patience."

Bubai clutched his chest and staggered back, feigning fright. "Me? Testing your patience? I don't dare! If Miss doesn't want to repay me, just say so! I won't hold it against you! Really!"

Miss Golden-Rope Warden narrowed her foxy eyes and lost the tease in her voice. "Last chance. What do you want?"

Bubai rolled his eyes and answered with a careless shrug. "What else can a man like me want?"

That was the last trigger.

Seeing the beauty unlooping that golden rope, Bubai knew he can't mess around any longer and quickly spilled the beans. "What I meant was—money! Add money!"

Miss Golden-Rope Warden froze and stared at him quietly.

"Haha…" Bubai forced a laugh and scratched his cheek. "You know how it is. I've got a family to feed, but spirit rice and spirit beans are quite hard to get…"

"Good. Consider it done."

Miss Golden-Rope Warden shot him one last look then turned and left, melting back into the shadows.

Her last message echoed directly in his ears.

"I'll arrange somebody trustworthy to manage the transfer of assets as well. Everything will be delivered to your tower. We owe each other nothing."

Once her presence faded away, Bubai finally relaxed and can't help but grumble to himself, "Hey, the thoughts of these women are really…"

Meticulous? Well... whatever. Extra reward on top of his current profits, why would he complain?

As for how much she gives? That doesn't matter because it's profit regardless!

Bubai continued along the dark corridor and soon arrived back in the lounge.

There, he spotted his hot redhead attendant parked at the side like a Ferrari.

Merlin's beard! Just the sight of her made him want to destress!

Just when Bubai wanted to go over to take this stress reliever for a spin, a shorty flew over and gave him a big hug while crying, "Ouuuuu! Brother Bai! I knew you could do it! You're really the guardian Buddha of our clan!"

Bubai grimaced and tried to shove the sticky man away. "Alright, alright—there's no need to be so exaggerated! You know exactly what I'm doing it for anyways!"

"Ouu, right, right!" Qian Bage finally let him go and grinned. "Don't worry, brother! We, Qian brothers, will never mistreat a good brother! Come—let's go get what you deserve, ou!"

Those words were honey to his ears, and Bubai's eyes lit up in excitement. Right, it's finally time!

Women? What's that? Bros before hoes!

Now, there's only one thing he cares about! Time to go to his bros and collect his biggest payout yet!