First-Year Internship—And You Went to Site 749 to Contain Monsters?!
Chapter 261: Cao Ying Was Also Awake, Millennium White, Ninety-Nine Percent Pure, Rare Treasure

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Previously, his family’s blade couldn’t withstand Lu Ding’s slash—this alone already made Zhu Yixuan feel ashamed.

This time, having Lu Ding help him retrieve his sword, even save him from being framed—this was the second time Zhu Yixuan felt humiliated.

And now.

He even wants to pay him?

Be it money, contribution points, or anything else.

Zhu Yixuan felt it was burning hot in his hands.

He couldn’t accept it.

He had never intended to accept it, not even a fleeting thought.

From start to finish, what he wanted was nothing more than to regain some pride.

Stubborn, huh.

Fine.

If the blade really gets made, then even if Lu Ding owes his family a favor,

In the future, he’ll definitely return it, showing up without needing to be called.

Lu Ding didn’t say anything more.

He took Yan Feifan and flew back to Yunhai.

He needed to enjoy life a little too.

And sure enough.

Late at night, he started messing with Cao Ying.

That’s what friends are for—messing with them.

Ever since getting tricked by Wang Qingge in the Northwest, Cao Ying still hadn’t recovered from it.

He was still recuperating every day.

Under the moonlight, late at night.

Cao Ying was sleeping soundly.

Dong dong dong..... dong dong dong......

Knocking at the door, he half-sat up in a daze: “Hnn....? Who is it.”

Dong dong dong.... dong dong dong.....

The knocking continued.

No choice, Cao Ying had to get up.

He opened the door, and there was Yan Feifan outside: “Brother Lu was right—Cao Ying is also awake.”

If being woken counts, then yeah, I am also awake.

Wait.

Brother Lu!

“Where’s Brother Lu!?”

He leaned out and saw Lu Ding sitting on a stone stool in the courtyard under the moonlight.

He tugged at his collar: “Sigh, my mouth’s a bit dry. Xiao Yingzi, brew us a strong pot.”

Yan Feifan, faster than lightning, shoved something into Cao Ying’s arms.

He looked at it.

His mouth moved faster than his brain: “Isn’t this a rad—”

He hadn’t even finished the -ish when—

The more he looked at it, the stranger it seemed, the clearer his vision became.

He held it to his nose and sniffed: “Hmm!! Hmm!! That smell! That smell!”

Eyes wide in the dark, gleaming as he looked at Yan Feifan and pointed at himself: “For me?!”

“If not, I’ll take it back.”

Yan Feifan reached for it.

Cao Ying dodged.

And popped it straight into his mouth—he felt instantly alive.

“Hmm!! That’s the flavor—Millennium White, ninety-nine percent pure, a rare treasure.”

Pat pat, he brushed off his clothes and dropped to one knee: “Yes sir, Taishui Lord, blessings upon you! Xiao Yingzi will handle it right away.”

He stood and rushed toward his grandpa’s room, yelling as he went.

“Grandpa! Grandpa, I know you’re not asleep. You’re also awake—come out, bring your best tea and serve Brother Lu until he chokes on it.”

Well.

No one’s sleeping tonight.

Yan Feifan pointed at Cao Ying’s retreating figure: “Brother Lu, just look at him.”

Then tossed a small bag into Lu Ding’s arms.

Yan Feifan picked it up and said: “Can’t just drink tea without snacks. Brother Lu, wait here, I’ll go buy some. That snack shop owner definitely isn’t asleep yet.”

Lu Ding leaned back: “Ah~ life.”

Hard-won peace and quiet—Lu Ding sipped his tea in comfort.

Xiang’an County.

With Yan Feifan having relayed Lu Ding’s message, and Yunhai 749 having sent over the belongings—

The Xiang’an County 749 Branch.

Began arranging personnel to carry out the task.

“Hua’er, Xiao Hai, you two handle this tomorrow.”

So ordered the Director of Xiang’an 749.

The two investigators acknowledged: “Got it.”

They took the file.

Looking at the photo inside, Xiao Hai said: “So pretty... what a shame... sigh.....”

“Hey, Sister Hua, weren’t you the one who did the follow-up for Ke Ruyu?”

The female investigator called Sister Hua glanced at the file in Xiao Hai’s hand: “Yes, I did the follow-up. I also handled her corpse.”

“When I arrived, the Spiritual Qi from her unlocked apertures hadn’t even dispersed.”

“Huh? That’s a shame. She was this close to becoming a Cultivator of Qi.”

As they spoke, someone entered the doorway.

“Who was this close to becoming a Cultivator of Qi?”

Everyone turned to look.

The young man was about twenty, well-dressed, sunny in demeanor.

He gave people a feeling just like his name—Xia Tian (Summer).

Seeing him, Xiao Hai immediately grinned: “Mr. Xia’s here to see Sister Hua again?”

“Don’t talk nonsense.”

“How’d you know? But yeah, I’m also here to return the box.”

Xia Tian said, stepping forward and taking a long wooden box from his bag, handing it to Director Qin.

“Thanks, Uncle Qin.”

“It’s just a box, no need to return it. You can keep using it.”

“Then thank you, Uncle Qin.”

“Why so polite with me. Say, Xia Tian, are you interested in becoming a 749 Investigator?”

Director Qin liked him more every time he saw him.

Lately, Xia Tian had helped them a lot.

Especially during the last Ghost Festival—he contributed significantly.

Strong, talented, clean background—it’d be a waste for him not to be an Investigator.

Director Qin had invited him before, but Xia Tian always declined.

But this time was different.

Xia Tian thought for a bit.

“How about this, Uncle Qin—I’m still not keen on having a regular job, but I can sign on as an external member.”

“Really!?”

Director Qin’s face lit up.

Xia Tian nodded: “Really.”

They’d invited him so many times—any more refusals would seem rude.

And honestly, it’s not bad to have some ties to 749.

“Great, great. You all keep chatting—I’ll go handle your paperwork.”

The man hurried upstairs.

The younger team members cheered: “Awesome, Mr. Xia’s my colleague now! Mr. Xia, you’ve got to guide me from now on.”

“Dream on—if anyone’s getting guidance, it’s Sister Hua.”

Others quickly splashed cold water on his hopes.

Hearing that, Hua Qing got a little flustered: “Stop it.”

Xia Tian quickly changed the subject: “So who was it that almost became a Cultivator of Qi?”

“This one here.”

Xiao Hai quickly handed over Ke Ruyu’s file.

Hua Qing tried to stop him: “Xiao Hai.”

Bureau rules forbid leaking case files.

The young man didn’t care: “It’s fine, Sister Hua. Once Mr. Xia’s paperwork is processed tomorrow, he’ll be one of us.”

“Look, Mr. Xia—this is her. Such a beautiful sister, and a shame. She unlocked her apertures, and still drank poison.”

Xia Tian looked down at the file.

A strange flicker passed through his eyes.

Such a flawless physical body—if it could be used by it, maybe the injuries could be stabilized.....

Just perfect.

That change in his gaze—

Did not go unnoticed by Hua Qing, who had been watching him.

“So... what are you all doing now?”

“A directive came from above. Said we’re to help restore her grave.”

Xia Tian’s thoughts turned: “Did she have connections up top?”

“Probably not. Her corpse was handled by Sister Hua......”

“Xiao Hai!”

This time, Hua Qing’s voice raised several notches.