Pirated Immortals in the World of Spirit Weapons

Chapter 77 Zhu Que's Reclusive Master

When Zhu Que heard that Boss Meng wanted to add more money, he wasn't surprised at all; he knew it was definitely about money again.

The two quickly agreed on a price.

Zhu Que then brought up another matter, saying:

"By the way, Boss Meng, about the matter of you helping me impersonate my master, I'd like to take you to see Su Zhen tomorrow."

"no problem."

"Let's check the information first, so we don't give ourselves away tomorrow."

"no problem."

"My master's surname is Cang..."

Zhu Que had already prepared his fictional master.

He revealed everything about Meng Laoda, including his reclusive background, style of doing things, temperament, and speaking habits.

After half an hour.

Zhu Que hung up the phone.

He turned his head and saw the little ghosts staring at him pitifully, as if they were starving.

"Alright, let's eat!"

"Yay—!!"

The little ghosts immediately cheered and jumped for joy.

……

The next morning.

Zhu Que left the Time-Sequence Secret Realm pod, tidied up briefly, left the cave, and headed to the junkyard.

The holiday is over, but I still have to go to the landfill every day.

Because he needs a lot of old and broken artifacts to replicate magical artifacts.

Without the cover of being a "landfill worker," his frequent visits to the landfill would have inevitably aroused suspicion sooner or later.

However, since his strength has already been revealed, there's no need for him to spend a whole day on this.

Together with Sun Zheng's job, he cleaned up twenty tons of garbage and finished it all in less than half an hour.

Afterwards, he specifically sought out the site manager, Tang Dongfang, and said that he would be responsible for the meals at the landfill from now on.

The reason for the meals was partly to repay Sun Zheng for helping him break the evil energy formation in the cave.

On the other hand, the other employees at the landfill treated him well.

Seeing that someone was willing to pay, Tang Dongfang realized he could save some money and agreed without hesitation.

Seeing Zhu Que leave, Tang Dongfang snorted and muttered:

"This kid's really lucky! I wonder where he ran into a reclusive master..."

"Speaking of which, if he has a reclusive master as his teacher, why would he still come to the garbage dump to work every day?"

"Hehe, they probably weren't really master and disciple. They were just casually enlightened by someone..."

Tang Dongfang secretly speculated.

Just then, his phone rang.

Upon seeing the caller ID, his expression immediately changed, a smile spread across his face, and his tone became extremely respectful.

"Hey Huo, you were looking for me?"

A somewhat dazed voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Old Tang, that matter you mentioned before is settled. Find some time to report to the Black Lotus Guild."

"Great job, Huo-ge! You're amazing, you got it done in just a few days!"

Tang Dongfang's eyes lit up immediately, and he said excitedly, "Don't worry, I'll deliver it to you as soon as it arrives!"

……

After finishing his work at the garbage dump, Zhu Que went to a quiet old teahouse.

Private rooms on the second floor.

Zhu Que pushed open the door and entered, only to find an old man already sitting inside.

His hair and beard were all white, his face was thin and refined, and he had a calm demeanor, exuding a sense of detachment from the hustle and bustle of the world.

At first glance, he does indeed have a somewhat otherworldly air about him.

Zhu Que secretly admired Boss Meng's disguise skills. He sat down after entering the room and whispered a reminder:

"Boss Meng, I'm counting on you later. Don't let anything slip."

"Brother Meng?" The old man looked puzzled. "Young friend, do we know each other?"

"what?"

Zhu Que was taken aback upon hearing this, thinking he had entered the wrong room, and immediately stood up to apologize to the old man.

"Excuse me, I went to the wrong private room."

After saying that, he left the private room.

However, when he went outside and saw the room number, he immediately frowned.

That's right.

This is the private room.

Could it be that this old man has gone to the wrong place?

Zhu Que checked again and again before pushing the door open and entering, only to see the old man laughing so hard he was doubled over.

"Pfft! Hahahaha..."

That laughter was indeed Meng Laoda's voice.

Zhu Que: "..."

"How was it?" Boss Meng raised a hand to smooth his beard. "Did I do a decent job playing the role of a reclusive master?"

"Please stop this, Su Zhen might arrive anytime soon," Zhu Que said helplessly.

"Don't worry, she won't be that fast."

Meng Laoda suppressed his laughter, cleared his throat, and his expression turned serious, instantly changing his entire demeanor.

"Have a seat, Xiao Que."

"Yes, Master."

Zhu Que sat down in the seat below her.

About twenty minutes later.

The curtain was lifted from the outside, and a tall, slender figure walked in.

It was Su Zhen.

She was dressed casually, and as soon as she entered the room, she looked at Boss Meng with a clear scrutinizing gaze.

Zhu Que immediately introduced the two of them—

"Captain Su, this is my master."

"Master, this is Captain Su Zhen whom I told you about."

Meng Laoda's gaze was calm as he glanced at Su Zhen, yet Su Zhen had the illusion that he had been seen through.

"Captain Su, I heard from Xiao Que that you insisted on seeing me. What is the matter?"

"Senior, it's really nothing serious."

Su Zhen bowed respectfully, his tone extremely polite:

"I only heard Zhu Que mention that he had taken a reclusive master as his master, and I admired him and wanted to pay him a visit in person."

"Please have a seat, Captain Su."

Meng Laoda raised his hand in greeting and smiled, "I've been in Jinfeng Town recently and have heard a lot about your deeds. Everyone says that you are decisive and meticulous, a rare heroine among women."

Su Zhen humbly replied, "You flatter me, senior..."

The two exchanged a few casual pleasantries.

After a while.

Su Zhen picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and asked with a smile, "Senior, may I ask your honorable name?"

"My surname is Cang."

Meng Laoda lowered his gaze slightly and spoke in a calm tone.

"It's better not to mention this name. If it attracts enemies, half of Guangyang City might be in turmoil."

Then.

Su Zhen began to have an in-depth conversation with her, about her cultivation methods, the reasons for taking on disciples, and why she stayed in Jinfeng Town, etc.

What appears to be curiosity and concern is actually a test at every step.

but.

Zhu Que had already discussed all the details with Boss Meng, so no matter how Su Zhen asked, he wouldn't reveal any flaws.

Meng Laoda's portrayal of the "reclusive master" was incredibly vivid and convincing.

An hour has passed.

The tea has been changed several times.

Meng Laoda smiled and said, "Captain Su, although we hit it off immediately today, I still have other matters to attend to."

"I think we should stop here. If we have the chance to talk again in the future, it's not too late."

"Okay, senior, I'll see you off."

Su Zhen immediately stood up respectfully.

Zhu Que also stood up, secretly relieved.

It seems we've gotten through this hurdle.

however.

Just as Su Zhen and Boss Meng left the private room.

Su Zhen suddenly reached out and, as if unintentionally, helped Meng Laoda.

Her movements were very natural, as if out of politeness, but just as her fingertips touched Boss Meng...

A faint, extremely subtle surge of spiritual energy appeared.

Zhu Que saw it all clearly from behind.

broken!

Su Zhen is still testing Boss Meng!

Zhu Que's heart jumped into his throat.

As a Foundation Establishment cultivator, Su Zhen's method of testing a cultivator of the same realm is almost impossible to counter without the support of a special spiritual artifact.

How could Boss Meng possibly be a cultivator at the Purple Mansion stage?

however.

After Su Zhen tested Boss Meng, his expression remained unchanged, and his tone became even more respectful.

"Take care, senior."

She escorted the two of them out of the teahouse.

Watching the two figures disappear into the distance, Su Zhen slowly withdrew his gaze.

A remote voice rang in her ears: "What did you say, Captain Su? Do you want us to come with you?"

"No need. I just tested him, and the old man's cultivation is unfathomable. Following him rashly might just cause trouble."

Su Zhen shook his head and said.

"So Zhu Que wasn't lying?"

"At least this matter is not a lie; his master was indeed a highly skilled person," Su Zhen said calmly.

"Oh? Then can we call it a day?"

"Stop working my ass! Get back to work!"

Su Zhen said coldly, "Another girl has recently gone missing. It's highly likely that Qiao Kun is the mastermind behind it."

"Captain Su, you're about to be transferred to the Municipal Bureau, why are you still working so hard?"

"I'm still in the public announcement period. Anyone who dares to cause trouble for me during this time will not be spared!"

"Sigh, okay..."

……

the other side.

Zhu Que and Meng Laoda parted ways at the street corner. Not long after, Meng Laoda called him.

"Boss Meng, are you being followed?"

"I checked, no one is following me. It seems Su Zhen has completely believed me." Boss Meng said in a relaxed tone.

"What happened just now? Su Zhen tested you so hard, why didn't she see through your disguise?"

Zhu Que breathed a slight sigh of relief and couldn't help but ask curiously, "Could it be... Boss Meng, are you really some kind of reclusive master?"

"Hermits and sages my foot!"

Meng Laoda sneered, "After all these years, if I couldn't even handle something as simple as cultivation realm, I would have been exposed eight hundred times over."

"Of course, if you really want to acknowledge me as your master, I don't mind. I can give you a discount on the apprenticeship fee."

"..."

Zhu Que was speechless for a while.

Suddenly remembering something, Meng said, "Oh, right, there's something else you'll definitely be very interested in."

"What is it?"

"The Black Lotus Guild has contacted me, specifically requesting to see 'the person who forged the Artifact Gauntlets,' which is your master."

"What do they want with my master?" Zhu Que was taken aback.

"Hehe, this is exactly what you'll be interested in."

Meng Laoda laughed and said, "The Black Lotus Guild is recruiting experts in magical artifacts to study the giant black sphere they unearthed."

"?!"

This statement came out.

Zhu Que slightly widened his eyes.

He was indeed very interested in this!