He walked back and forth several times, searching for secret doors and hidden passages, even circling around Building 7 to check for tunnels, but he still couldn't find the way to the basement level.

"They can't just be digging through the floor and then patching it back up, can they?"

Liu Zheng was at a loss for words.

It's a good thing he wasn't actually here for a delivery, otherwise he would have started tearing up the floor by now.

With no other options, he had to return to the entrance gate.

"Hey sir, how do I get to basement 102? I've been looking forever and still can't find the entrance."

Liu Zheng offered a special cigarette to the old security guard.

"That's what you get for running off without asking first. Panicking, aren't you? You're young, take your time and do things properly. It's only because it's me that I'm willing to help you out. Anyone else would just love to see you make a fool of yourself."

The old security guard took the cigarette and tucked it behind his ear, then lectured him.

"Aren't you making fun of me right now?"

He was a bit annoyed inside, but outwardly he said,

"Yes, yes, you're right, sir."

"Listen up. If you want to get to basement 102 of Unit 2, you need to first go to the second floor of Unit 1, then take the stairs on the left to the third floor of Unit 3. Keep walking down the hallway to the end, then open the door with a garlic-headed turtle painting on it, and go down the stairs there. You'll reach it."

The old security guard instructed.

"Holy moly, who is the genius that designed this building layout?"

Liu Zheng listened in amazement, eyes wide open.

"How would I know? If you're curious, go ask the property management."

"I actually do have something to ask you."

Here it comes, might as well ask more.

"How does one earn an honorary homeowner badge in our complex?"

He inquired.

"Why are you asking about this?"

The old security guard gave him a sideways glance.

"Of course, to collect the whole set."

Liu Zheng displayed the two honorary homeowner badges he already had.

"You've got some skills, kid."

The old security guard's eyes narrowed.

Having worked security for so many years, he knew how hard it was to earn an honorary homeowner badge.

"Just average, third in the Metropolis."

Liu Zheng said modestly.

First is the legendary delivery man, second is Niu Ma, and the third is him.

As for who's fourth, it should be Niu Daji by all odds.

Although Panda has more strength and potential, choosing a suitable successor is more important than just being excellent.

In a way, their "Delivery Gang" has a pretty good legacy.

"Compliments and you're already basking in them. Two cigarettes aren't going to cut it if you want an honorary homeowner badge."

The old security guard rubbed his fingers together.

"Got it."

Liu Zheng chuckled, but instead of cash, he took out a bottle of Silver Label.

"Fine smokes go with fine wine, this Silver Label from Du Kang Wine Workshop suits someone of your refined taste."

"Goodness, if I weren't already old, I'd think you were here to buy my life."

The old security guard's hands shook a little as he held the bottle.

"You're joking, sir, it's just a bottle of Silver Label, at most a refreshment fee."

"Well, you've got quite the dry mouth then."

The old security guard quipped before lapsing into thought.

He wasn't in a hurry and stood silently waiting.

"Alright, I'll tell you. This is an old complex, everything needs renovation, but the homeowners won't pay for it. Yet if the property management doesn't fix things, those homeowners still complain. It's a headache for them too. If you can convince half the homeowners to pay for the repairs, you'll get an honorary homeowner badge,"

After a few minutes, the old security guard finally spoke.

"How much does the repair fund cost in total?"

Liu Zheng asked.

"I think it's over forty million,"

"That much?!"

He was a bit shocked.

"For the entire complex, that's already considered cheap. What did you think, it's just like refurbishing your old house?"

"Never mind, forget I asked."

Liu Zheng was planning to cover it himself if it was only a few million.

Over forty million, half of that is still over twenty million, he doesn't even have that much cash right now.

Even if he did, spending over twenty million just for an honorary homeowner badge, Niu Ma would surely be apoplectic.

"You simpleton, you need to accept the task first. Once you do, any homeowner who pays afterward will count towards your total."

The old security guard advised.

"Something that convenient, huh? I'll go now. Where's the property management office?"

Liu Zheng asked.

"Next to Building 5, you'll see it as soon as you get there. Just say you're Lao Huang's nephew, they won't throw you out."

The old security guard said.

"Got it, I'll be on my way then."

Without another word, he turned and left.

"The young people these days..."

The old security guard watched his back as he shook his head and sighed, his meaning unclear.

At Building 5, Liu Zheng indeed saw a small two-story building with a sign that read "Sunshine Community Property Center."

"Help! Someone's here!"

The young lady at the front desk shouted the moment she saw him.

"No need to panic, ma'am. I'm Lao Huang's nephew, here for the honorary homeowner matter."

Liu Zheng quickly reassured her.

"For real?"

The receptionist stopped shouting, looking at him with suspicion.

"What's going on, what's going on?"

Just as Liu Zheng was about to speak, the property manager came rushing out with several staff members in tow.

"A Bloody Restaurant delivery man? Guys, let's get him!"

The manager shouted upon seeing his uniform, his muscles visibly swelling, stretching the already taut shirt and suit to the point of bursting.

"Manager, he says he's Lao Huang's nephew, here for the honorary homeowner thing."

The receptionist quickly interjected.

"That's right, if you don't believe me, you can call my uncle."

Liu Zheng chimed in as well.

"..."

The manager looked him over, then at his now tattered clothes, and the situation turned awkward.

"I'll cover the cost of your clothes, one set for each season."

Liu Zheng sensibly offered.

"Stop staring, back to work all of you."

The property manager snapped at his smirking employees as he resumed his normal size.

"You, follow me."

He tossed over his shoulder to Liu Zheng, covering his key areas as he walked to the manager's office.

Liu Zheng valiantly controlled his facial muscles, trailing closely behind.

"Hahaha!!!"

The moment Liu Zheng considerately closed the manager's door, loud laughter erupted from outside.

"Have a seat, I'll go change into something else."

The property manager pointed at the sofa before retreating into a small side room.

After a while, he reemerged with a fresh outfit.

But judging by the stains on the cuffs and collar, it looked like this one hadn't been washed in some time.

"This was my last clean set, and you ruined it."

The property manager said through gritted teeth.

"It's my fault, it's my fault. Here's compensation for the clothes, let me know if it's not enough."

Liu Zheng promptly pulled out a stack of cash and placed it on the table.

Seeing the stack, the property manager's anger quickly turned to concern.

He instinctively checked the door to ensure no one was peeking before easing up.

Closing the door, he returned to sit across from the sofa.

"Isn't this a bit much?"

The property manager tentatively asked.

"Not at all, clothing in the Metropolis is super expensive these days."

"So I can just accept it?"

The property manager was tempted.

"Don't worry. My uncle said you always look out for him and told me to learn from you."

Liu Zheng replied earnestly.

"Lao Huang's an old hand, taking care of him is the least I could do. Alright, I won't stand on ceremony."

The property manager grinned as he accepted the cash before pouring tea into a ceramic cup for Liu Zheng and asking.

"You mentioned you were here about the honorary homeowner badge?"

"Yes, that's right. As you can see, I'm a delivery guy for the Bloody Restaurant. That honorary homeowner badge would be very useful for me."

Liu Zheng replied.

"Hmm, I see. You're quite smart to come here in a hurry. But actually, there's no rush. The honorary homeowner status only means a lot to you. But don't worry, nobody else is going to compete with you for it."

The property manager laughed.

Other restaurant delivery drivers or couriers can just have the customers come downstairs to pick up their orders.

But for delivery guys from the Bloody Restaurant, failing a delivery is fatal.

"So are you agreeing, then?"

Liu Zheng inquired.

"With such sincerity, how could I possibly say no?"

The property manager responded with a meaningful look.