157: Chapter 157 Wu Shilan

Returning to the office, Li Yu took the wood-type monarch demon core out of the system's one-time storage space.

The demon core, about the size of a stone stool, landed on the sofa, causing it to sink under the weight. The demon core was brimming with energy, emitting a soft green glow that even revitalized the somewhat wilted bamboo on the table.

Li Yu tried to move it, but the demon core didn't budge at all.

"Good grief, this must weigh hundreds of pounds," Li Yu exclaimed, turning his head to call Bubble over.

Before he could even call out, Bubble had already charged straight toward the demon core. With a 'duang' sound, it slammed into the monarch demon core, ignoring the pain to gulp down energy in large mouthfuls.

"Really... number one when it comes to eating." Li Yu smiled, "Eat more, the more the better."

For the Blood Refining Ruins in 14 days, the greatest combat power he could rely on was Bubble.

If Bubble could master all the Five-Colored Divine Light and evolve into a Jiao before then, his ability to protect himself would be greatly enhanced.

If it couldn't... Li Yu looked at the Bubble Fish wiggling its butt around the demon core, and for no reason, a chill ran through his heart.

Suddenly, his phone rang. It was Director Wang from the Cultivation Department calling.

He didn't need to guess what it was about. Li Yu silently answered the phone without saying a word.

After two seconds, "Hello, Li Yu? Are you there? Why is there no sound?" Director Wang's voice rang out, filled with confusion.

"Li Yu is dead, please burn paper money if you have business," Li Yu said gloomily.

There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, and some unfamiliar laughter seemed to come through. Li Yu's expression stiffened, and he immediately sat up straight. Damn it! There was someone else listening; this Director Wang was being underhanded!

Director Wang said, "Li Yu, don't be so pessimistic. I know the Blood Refining Ruins are a little bit... *ahem*, cruel for a Breeder."

Li Yu interrupted him and asked back, "Uncle, are you sure it's only a little bit?"

"Don't worry about the details," Director Wang said, "I'm contacting you this time to help you solve the problem."

"You found a way to undo the blood jade binding?!" Li Yu sat up abruptly, his eyes gleaming.

"Uh... no." "Bye." Li Yu said, about to hang up the phone.

Director Wang hurriedly shouted, "Don't hang up, don't hang up, listen to me finish." "Speak."

"I cannot undo the blood jade binding, but I can certainly provide you with some reliable people and equipment. How about this: come to the Beast Taming Guild, and we'll have a good talk. Even if I want to help you, I need to know your standards."

Director Wang paused and said earnestly, "Don't be too discouraged, there is always a way, and we should still have enough time."

"14 days." "14 days, that is a bit tight. Do you want to come over?"

Li Yu looked at the time on his computer and said, "Alright."

Hanging up the phone, Li Yu gathered his thoughts, took Chen Qing, left the company, and headed straight for the Beast Taming Guild.

... The Beast Taming Guild is an organization that serves Beast Tamers, somewhat like a guild in a game, providing services such as quests, team formation, and intelligence gathering.

Many Beast Tamers would stop by the guild to accept some quests before heading out to adventures in secret realms or outside the city.

Over time, the guild became the intelligence center for Beast Tamers.

The arrival of Li Yu and Chen Qing did not disturb anyone, except for the fact that the two of them—especially Chen Qing's beauty—caused people to glance over in surprise.

After giving his name to the front desk, Li Yu was taken outside an office on the top floor.

Li Yu looked up at the sign on the office door. President's Office.

He was slightly surprised, not expecting Director Wang to choose such a place.

Soon, the receptionist came out and motioned for Li Yu to enter.

The layout of the office was very simple: a reception area, a work area, simple tables and chairs, files, and potted pothos plants. There were no calligraphy scrolls on the walls like "Integrity Wins the World" or "The Highest Good is Like Water."

Li Yu's first impression was quite good. After all, people... they flaunt what they lack. The less integrity someone has, the more they hang up signs about integrity; the more short-tempered someone is, the more they hang up signs about tranquility.

Two people were sitting in the reception area: one was Director Wang who had invited him, and the other was a fat woman wearing a qipao that squeezed out rolls of fat.

The woman was turned sideways, but upon hearing the movement, she turned her head. Only then did Li Yu notice a long scar running from the bridge of her nose to her chin, looking like a centipede crawling on her face. Furthermore, her left ear was missing, as if it had been neatly sliced off by something sharp.

Noticing Li Yu's gaze, the woman was not angry at all. Instead, she laughed, "Little beauty, aren't you going to manage your boyfriend? It's impolite to stare at other women like that."

Chen Qing was following behind Li Yu, acting as an invisible presence, but was suddenly called out, causing a blush to appear on her face.

"Sorry, sorry, it was my rudeness. This is my Guardian, Chen Qing." Li Yu smiled awkwardly and introduced Chen Qing.

Chen Qing glanced at Li Yu but said nothing.

"Oh~" the middle-aged woman made a long sound, looking at the two with an ambiguous gaze.

At this moment, Director Wang beckoned to Li Yu, "Li Yu, come here, come here." The two walked over.

"Let me introduce you. This is Wu Shilan, the current President of the Beast Taming Guild," Director Wang introduced, "Don't let her fierce appearance fool you; she's actually a good person."

Wu Shilan... the name and the person were truly vastly different.

Director Wang then pointed at Li Yu and introduced him to Wu Shilan, "Here, the one you've been wanting to meet. The youngest Senior Cultivator, recipient of the 'light of the city'."

"Hmm, not bad, not bad. A good appearance combined with good skills, and at the best age. Li Yu... why is it that you've stumbled upon all the good things?"

Wu Shilan's words were filled with teasing, and her gaze swept over Chen Qing again, as if these good things also included having a beautiful Guardian.

Li Yu gave a wry smile, "It's not all good things, is it?"

Wu Shilan rolled her eyes at him and said, "Just be content. How many people want to become a ruins captain and obtain the inheritance but can't? You got the spot without even fighting or scrambling for it. If certain people found out, they would cry until they fainted in the bathroom."

"I heard from Uncle Wang that this is about resolving the matter of teammates?"

Li Yu did not continue to dwell on the words "good" or "bad." After all, in terms of scarcity, the position of captain was scarce, and if things went smoothly, the rewards would be gratifying.

But the prerequisite was that he needed to have strength. He was very clear about his own positioning: he was a behind-the-scenes Breeder, someone who followed the "stealth development" path. It was best if he didn't have to go to the front lines or put himself in dangerous situations.

Speaking of business, Wu Shilan stopped teasing Li Yu and asked, "When does the trial begin?"

"In 14 days." "That's a bit tight... How many people?" "One captain, four teammates."

"What are the requirements?" "No older than 30." "Hmm, what else?" "No higher than Silver rank."

"Very good, the screening range is wider. What else?" "They cannot be of the Fire, Light, or Life elements."

"Hmm?!" Wu Shilan frowned, her previously relaxed posture becoming upright. This strange reaction made Director Wang confused, "What's wrong? Is there a problem with these conditions?" Li Yu and his companion also cast curious glances.