Qi Xu directly teleported to War Wolf 009's location.
"Boss, you're back? How did it go? Did you successfully awaken?"
It was probably right at lunchtime, as War Wolf 009's vehicle wasn't moving either.
He had set up a canopy and was reclining in a lounge chair, wearing a leather cap. He was fiddling with a string of prayer beads in his hand. Next to him was a small stove brewing tea, alongside an assortment of braised snacks and other treats.
This getup... he looked like a retired old fisherman, appearing utterly comfortable and at ease.
"Food's ready."
Before Qi Xu could answer, the Chinese Master Chef came out directly carrying a pot, a slight sweat on the tip of his nose, but his entire face was radiant with a happy smile. The food in the pot was emitting an exaggerated, extreme fragrance.
To be honest, War Wolf 009 gaining 10 pounds this month was truly deserved.
"What delicious thing did you make? My timing couldn't be better."
"Boss is back! Did the awakening succeed?"
"Of course it succeeded, and I brought back something good too."
How unpredictable life is. One moment he was worried that Xie Shaoning wouldn't be able to bring good news, the next he robbed two fools who delivered themselves to his doorstep.
Unexpectedly gathering enough acceleration potion for the golden seed, the first seed he obtained was something good that could treat War Wolf 009's injuries.
Qi Xu took out the bright red Mental Spirit Fruit and directly handed it to War Wolf 009. "Eat it, quick."
After reading the introduction on the light screen, War Wolf 009 stood up in surprise instantly, but the next moment, a headache caused him to lose control of his body, falling directly to his knees on the ground.
War Wolf Dan Dan Qi happened to come over and see this scene. From far away, he started laughing hysterically. "It's not New Year yet, why are you already kowtowing? Hahahaha!"
War Wolf 009 gritted his teeth hard, ate the Mental Spirit Fruit in two or three bites, and the headache that had plagued him for over a month finally completely disappeared. He felt a long-lost sense of relief.
His first action was to turn around and charge straight at Dan Dan Qi. The two were soon tangled up fighting.
"Stop fighting, the food will get cold in a bit."
The Chinese Master Chef waved his hands anxiously, but the two fought even more fiercely.
Qi Xu pulled the Chinese Master Chef aside. "Let's eat while watching, it's fine. My Nijiujiu is here."
Judging from the psychic energy fluctuations, Dan Dan Qi had probably successfully awakened, and he was also someone who couldn't keep things to himself. Before anyone could even get curious, he revealed it himself.
After losing in a pure physical fight against War Wolf 009, Dan Dan Qi directly retreated one body position, turned around, and flung out a bolt of lightning. War Wolf 009 reacted swiftly, dodging to the side.
"Is that it?"
Dan Dan Qi grinned awkwardly. "I just awakened! My skill casting is just slow.."
Qi Xu suggested, "Don't shoot your lightning out. Try to cover your body with it."
Dan Dan Qi grasped it quickly, succeeded after a few attempts.
Immediately, with his fists covered in lightning, he went to spar with War Wolf 009, who directly hid behind the Chinese Master Chef.
"Use all your defensive methods. Let's see if Dan Dan Qi can break through."
The Chinese Master Chef was currently excitedly hugging his recovered shield. Hearing the boss say this, he shouted "Big Shell!" and opened up all his shields.
Dan Dan Qi was also thinking about redeeming himself, but in the end, the originally finger-thick little lightning bolt turned into wispy black smoke...
Not only was the Chinese Master Chef completely unharmed inside the shield, he was even leaning casually against the Big Shell, clapping hard to cheer Dan Dan Qi on!
Painful memories instantly flooded back. The joy and excitement of becoming an ability user was directly cut in half for Dan Dan Qi.
Still too weak, still can't beat the Chinese Master Chef!
Qi Xu was quite excited. War Wolf Dan Dan Qi's biggest weakness was insufficient attack power. This skill suited him quite well, perfectly making up for his shortcoming.
After gathering for a nice meal together, Qi Xu finally had time to check the chat hall.
Not checking was fine, one look and he was shocked.
The chat hall was almost completely taken over by Laicai's professional team. Not only were there ordinary material exchange and sales, but they also had permanently established rescue squads and information trading.
Anyone with questions, wanting to buy something, exchange something, or even find someone, would go to Laicai's team, with a 90% chance of resolving their troubles.
Most crucially, their service was top-notch. Regardless of how much you spent, or whether the transaction succeeded, their attitude was always enthusiastic.
Often, chatting with them made ordinary players feel like not spending money here would be letting them down. As Laicai put it, this was the secret to becoming a top salesperson.
Even if you can't afford it this time, in the future when you have money and need to buy goods, when you can afford it, the first person you'll think of will definitely be me. Taking the long-term route, maintaining repeat customers is very important.
With the deaths of JuicyFart and StickyFingers, their team of about 20 people instantly scattered like sand. Forget deliberately seeking revenge or picking fights; they directly apologized publicly in the chat hall and offered compensation, their attitude maxed out.
Qi Xu didn't pay it much mind, leaving the matter for Bian to handle.
He specifically went to find War Wolf 008 to talk about the "Dream-Entry Crystal" matter. War Wolf 008 was slightly taken aback. "So it was her. That's strange. I feel like we had a very good relationship, but there's also an inexplicable sense of unfamiliarity."
Only after Qi Xu explained everything clearly did War Wolf 008 awkwardly wipe his sweat. "Good kill. I was careless, letting her exploit a loophole."
This way of communicating and interacting where everyone speaks their mind directly, without overthinking, and with complete trust, has maximally allowed this team to become increasingly close-knit.
Over the next few days, everyone returned one after another. Except for War Wolf 008 and Bubbly Girl Guo Degang, who failed to awaken successfully, everyone else had become ability users.
Old White Dragon's skill was [Alcohol Mist], which had confusion and control effects. The Retired Magical Boy could summon a vehicle to his side under any circumstances. Paired with her invincible big truck, it could be said that her lack of defense had been completely erased.
Moreover, having a big truck in a dungeon or various secret realms gave an inherent advantage, whether for individual or collective action.
Song Peifeng's skill was the one Qi Xu envied the most: Invisibility. Combined with his high-burst attack power, his combat effectiveness skyrocketed.
The only one left was Dong Fangyuan. It had already been 27 days, and she still hadn't emerged from the Color Secret Realm.
Qi Xu was getting a bit anxious. The Color Secret Realm wasn't life-threatening, but normally one could come out in about 20 days. What's going on with Sister Cut You?
The day before the end-of-month settlement, District 666 also welcomed a special friend. Qi Xu was quite surprised when he detected someone locating him. He deliberately slowed down, worried the person couldn't catch up.
After seeing the vehicle approaching from behind, he immediately stopped his car. Once he got a clear look at the newcomer, a smile instantly appeared on his face. "Well, look who's here?"
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