CHAPTER 77: CHAPTER 77: NO MEANS NO!

The center of the Northern Territory, City of Chaos.

A month later, Gu Xing and his party finally arrived at the core city of the Northern Territory.

As soon as they landed, Gu Xing unexpectedly saw a familiar figure.

"Gu Xing! "

Sally stood in the crowd, excitedly waving her little hand, a joyful smile on her face.

Gu Xing walked over with Liu Li and Vera.

Upon seeing this, Sally immediately bent over respectfully and greeted them.

"Gu Xing, Liu Li, Vera!"

Gu Xing smiled helplessly and advised:

"Sally, no need to be so formal, just call me by my name."

"No way!" Sally shook her head firmly, "You are who you are!"

Seeing her insistence, Gu Xing didn’t press further and let her be.

However, he was very curious about why Sally appeared here.

Earlier, after leaving the Beast Race to Ying Xinghe, Gu Xing didn’t bother with it anymore.

It was through Sally’s explanation that Gu Xing understood the reason.

Due to certain risks still existing for Alien Races entering the Longxia Defense Line, after discussion, the Beast Race was unanimously settled in the Northern Territory.

Since this place was already a mix of various races, adding a Beast Race wouldn’t cause any waves at all.

Later, at Sally’s enthusiastic invitation, Gu Xing decided to stay at her residence instead of going to the National Academy’s station.

On the streets of the City of Chaos, Sally guided while introducing the city’s rules to Gu Xing.

"The most precious resource in the Northern Territory is the Star Stone."

She pointed to the towering exchange hall in the distance, "For Beast Masters, it can enhance physical constitution, and for us Alien Races, it can purify bloodlines."

Gu Xing nodded thoughtfully.

However, Star Stones are rather precious.

"Must hunt Demon Races to exchange them?"

"Yes, different Demon Races are worth different points, and you can use points to exchange for Star Stones of corresponding quality."

Upon learning this information, Gu Xing nodded.

Hunting Demon Races can both enhance Guardian Beast Level and exchange for resources...

A twofold benefit!

During the conversation, they arrived at the Cat Race’s post. Upon seeing Gu Xing, Clan Leader Rone immediately led the whole clan to bow in greeting.

When he learned that Gu Xing needed Star Stones, this white-haired elder turned around without hesitation and instructed his clan members:

"Bring all the Star Stones from the warehouse!"

"This won’t do!" Gu Xing hurriedly raised his hand.

But Rone insisted on handing over the animal skin bag stuffed with Star Stones, his eyes glinting with tears:

"You saved our entire clan, what does this small token of appreciation mean?"

Seeing him clutching the bag tightly without letting go, Gu Xing sighed helplessly.

Forget it...

He solemnly accepted the Star Stones, mindfully noting:

Once he hunts Demon Races, he’ll return them all.

Soon after, Sally led Gu Xing to a guest room to rest.

Except Sally didn’t leave but respectfully waited by the side.

"Sally?"

"Gu Xing!"

The girl suddenly bowed deeply.

"I... I specially went to learn maid courses! Please let me stay by your side to serve you!"

Gu Xing opened his mouth, about to speak only to be hurriedly interrupted by her...

"I promise not to disturb you! Just want to take care of your daily needs!"

After saying this, Sally bowed again deeply.

"I’m begging you..."

This can’t be termed as a request...

Gu Xing watched the little girl biting her lips tightly, as if he could hear the threat of "If you refuse, I’ll cry for you".

Gu Xing could only agree reluctantly.

Most of the time he won’t be in the city anyway, Sally would just be a maid in name.

Upon seeing Gu Xing agree, Sally’s face lit up.

"Then Gu Xing, please rest first, I’ll be right outside, call me if you need anything."

Gu Xing wanted to reach out, but Sally quickly rushed out of the room.

Forget it...

Gu Xing shook his head, indicated Liu Li and Vera could move freely, then turned his attention to the animal skin bag on the table.

As he untied the knot, dozens of Star Stones shimmering with starlight rolled out, colliding on the table with a crisp sound.

Star Stones!

Though they were merely the lowest grade!

According to Sally, using them with specific materials could greatly enhance constitution.

Unfortunately, due to the Beast Race’s strong physicality, there’s no need to use auxiliary materials; they only collected the Star Stones themselves!

Gu Xing suddenly raised his eyebrows, his consciousness sinking into the Beast Taming Space.

The Spring of Life rippled, and the ancient tree’s leaves moved without wind.

Speaking of auxiliary materials...

Is there anything better than these materials?

But considering these two items are sacred materials of the Elf Clan, Gu Xing decided to seek Vera’s opinion first.

"Vera, I’d like to use some Spring of Life and World Tree leaves..."

"Use them!" Before he finished speaking, Vera excitedly jumped up, "How much do you need? I’ll get them right away!"

Gu Xing was momentarily speechless.

Wait a minute...

Isn’t her reaction somehow off?

Logically speaking, aren’t these objects sacred materials of the Elf Clan?

But Vera’s behavior...

Before he could gather his thoughts, Vera had already dashed into the Beast Taming Space.

Three seconds later—

"Whoa!"

A large oak barrel landed heavily, filled with the emerald gleaming Spring of Life, with dozens of leaves swirling with golden patterns floating on the surface.

"Is this enough?" Vera’s eyes sparkled, "If not, I’ll go pick more!"

It’s like taking a bath in the Spring of Life...

If this gets out, other Beast Masters would hunt him down!

While he was lost in thought, Vera turned to head back into the Beast Taming Space again.

Gu Xing quickly grabbed the hem of her clothes:

"That’s enough! More would be wasteful!"

After confirming the materials were complete, Gu Xing undid his coat’s buttons, suddenly realizing something as he froze in place.

Turning his head, sure enough, Liu Li and Vera were staring straight at him, their eyes full of anticipation.

"You two..." Gu Xing rubbed his forehead, "How about going back to the Beast Taming Space?"

"No way!" x2

The two Guardian Beasts flatly refused, yet their bodies leaned closer.

"..."

Gu Xing swiftly decided, grabbed each by their collars, and tossed them out the door.

"Bang!"

The door shut and locked in one smooth motion.

"Thump thump" came the knocking and whimpering from outside.

Even for Guardian Beasts, men and women must maintain propriety!

Outside the hallway, Sally tilted her head, bewildered seeing Liu Li and Vera being "invited" out.

"Why did the two of you come out?"

She blinked her cat-like emerald eyes, her tail curiously swaying.

Upon learning that Gu Xing was bathing, she instinctively tried to push the door open.

"I’ll go help Gu Xing with a back rub!"

"Stop!" x2

Liu Li and Vera instantly twisted, blocking the door like two walls.

This cat...

Is she genuinely naive or pretending?!

Seeing Sally’s innocent expression, the two Guardian Beasts felt their temples throb.

"But it’s a maid’s duty?"

Sally perplexedly counted on her fingers, "Prepare towels, adjust water temperature, massage shoulders and neck..."

With each word, Liu Li and Vera’s faces darkened a shade.

"In short!" Liu Li firmly pressed Sally’s restless tail,"No entry means no entry!"

Vera even used Skills to weld the door shut!

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