Feng Huimin knew she had fallen too far behind.
Previously, she had only been responsible for managing the guild and hadn't thought about entering the game herself to play.
It was a bit like amateurs managing experts.
After all, in Feng Huimin’s hands, even top-tier players were nothing more than figureheads—or useful tools.
But when she put herself in the game's role, she felt suffocated.
The total attribute points Chu Fu had gained from world announcements along the way: 112 points.
With a total of 448 attribute points, that was the free attribute points an ordinary player would need to reach level 90 to obtain.
From here, the gap between players and players became enormous.
Chu Fu, let alone fighting 1 vs 10, had never lost even 1 vs 100, or 1 vs 1000.
The Huan Yu guild's defeat was not without reason.
Or rather, this was karma!
Three years ago, ignoring the law, thinking they could bully others with money and power.
Three years later, they finally got the retribution they deserved.
Feng Huimin was extremely grateful, and felt thankful, that Chu Fu had invited her.
She had also gone all in—if Chu Fu didn't accept her now, she would rack her brains to join the Thorn guild anyway.
Chu Fu, of course, wouldn't mistreat talent.
"It's great that you can come. Your base salary won't be reduced, it's around 1 gold coin. There's a one-month probation period. After that, based on your actual abilities and management skills, we'll arrange profit sharing for you.
By the way, I do have something that needs your help!
You were a professional manager and secretary at Wan Tu Real Estate. I happen to be planning to develop the land outside Wangxi Manor, and I've been communicating with the construction bureau lately. Can you help me with the coordination?
You should have a lot of experience in this area!"
"Of course!" When it came to her own expertise, Feng Huimin naturally felt more confident.
After understanding the situation a bit, Feng Huimin was amazed by Chu Fu's bold move.
She was actually planning to build a self-sufficient small town.
Even Wan Tu Real Estate had never had such ambition.
Chu Fu said, "Thorn Town is currently fully led by me, so 100% of the shares belong to me. After the one-month probation period, when you take on the role of professional manager, I can give you 5% of the shares."
At this moment, Feng Huimin felt like Chu Fu was raising loyal warriors.
This was the grace of recognition!
She had been underappreciated, guarded against, and schemed against.
Now, she had finally received the respect and attention she deserved from Chu Fu.
Even if these were just promises Chu Fu was making now, she accepted them willingly.
However, if she kept dealing with real-world matters, wouldn't that go against the purpose of her coming here?
With that thought, Feng Huimin quickly asked, "What about in the game? Is there anything tricky that needs my handling, or..."
Game matters?
Chu Fu thought for a moment, then said, "Indeed, I need you to do some PR work now!"
Chu Fu explained the situation on the forum.
"Don't think everyone is just watching the fun now.
In reality, after taking down the Huan Yu guild, the people of our Thorn guild will also come under fire.
The audience sympathizes with the underdog.
They might even think that our Thorn Studio has become the dragon-slayer that turns into a dragon itself.
So, I need you to spread Huan Yu Studio's dirt from every angle.
Crush them completely.
Just like the declaration of war before a battle in ancient times.
Fight with a just cause!"
Feng Huimin nodded.
Indeed, the Thorn Studio's image must not be tarnished. It needed to stay above board, so more talented players would choose Thorn Studio.
The Huan Yu Studio had such a bad reputation that even recruiting top players took enormous effort.
"I'll get in touch with the best PR team on the market. But, Miss Chu, I need to know how far this kind of PR can go.
Would you, Miss Chu, Mr. Shen, and Mr. Xie, mind being used as part of the narrative?"
The slight color that had just returned to Chu Fu's face tightened, and then a cold glint flashed in her eyes.
"Let them pay the price. What does it matter if we're used!"
The scars that were reopened would also turn into sharp blades.
Pointed at the wicked who had never paid for their sins.
Feng Huimin then asked about the current composition of the studio, the list of personnel, and they gradually drifted into talking about how Chu Fu had managed to cross servers.
Chu Fu explained the quest, and Feng Huimin listened, utterly fascinated.
"So that's possible!"
The Huan Yu guild had also received this quest, but they only thought it was an ordinary task. They never realized there were extra trigger conditions.
Then, Feng Huimin's expression suddenly changed. She took out her work notebook and started searching.
"Miss Chu, I suggest you take your team to Windhearth Town in District 025 immediately."
"They merged servers only 6 days ago, and they're still attacking the nightmare-level dungeon. They haven't gotten the first kill yet!"
Chu Fu immediately jumped up.
Damn, why didn't she say this earlier!
"I'm logging in right now!"
Feng Huimin nodded. "You go ahead. I'll compile a report with information on all the districts, available resources, and I'll call you with it!"
"Alright!"
Chu Fu turned to look at Chu Feng.
"Brother, can we skip the workout today?"
Chu Feng, being a top-tier player himself, naturally knew the importance of a first kill.
"Go!"
Chu Fu quickly ran back to her room and entered the game pod.
In the living room, only Chu Feng and Feng Huimin remained.
Chu Feng stared directly at Feng Huimin, causing her to unconsciously touch her glasses frame.
She, who had been through many battles, felt like she was being watched by an apex predator.
"Work hard, and you won't be treated unfairly," Chu Feng said casually, then pulled a key box out from under the dining table.
He picked one at random and handed it to Feng Huimin.
"My sister seems to value you. You should stay here. This is the key to the villa. If you need anything, just tell the property management, and they'll take care of it."
"This... you're giving this to me?"
"Heh, the deed isn't in your name, of course. Don't worry, we won't charge you rent either. But if you perform well in the future, my sister might reward you with it."
"Okay... thank you, Mr. Chu."
Strangely, Chu Fu seemed gentle, but this Mr. Chu—he seemed dangerous, even exuding a faint... killing intent.
In the past, Feng Huimin had traveled with Wan Runian, and as a leading real estate tycoon, they had dealt with shady characters.
But Chu Feng felt more terrifying than any of them.
Fortunately, Chu Feng was not her enemy.
But her ally now.
As for living in the villa, Feng Huimin felt no disrespect or neglect whatsoever. Instead, she felt honored to be able to stay here.
When she had come looking for Chu Fu, she had seen the security presence here first-hand.
In the future, this place would probably become a sacred ground that countless people would want to enter but never could.
With that thought, she picked up her computer, ready to get to work and prove her worth to Chu Fu.
...
Inside the game.
It was still night.
Except for dungeons, few players were out fighting monsters with 100% enhanced stats.
Chu Fu quickly rallied her team.
"Hurry, hurry, hurry! We're going to grab the first kill!"
If she remembered correctly,
District 025 was the home base of Wang Rongxun, the eldest young master of the Wang family.
...
Inside the dungeon.
"Ah-choo!"
Wang Rongxun sneezed, feeling as if someone was muttering about him.
