Chapter 94

Chapter 94: Bursting Popularity, White Fu Becomes the Hostess [48k]

When the Makarov family’s convoy arrived at Shelter No. 11, the players immediately took notice.

Although most players had already seen plenty of grand scenes alongside White Fu, such a luxurious bulletproof car was something they had never seen before.

In the wasteland, someone so flamboyant either had an extraordinary identity or exceptional power. Regardless, the sudden arrival of such a group at Shelter No. 11 was significant news.

Therefore, when the car stopped in front of White Fu’s residence, it attracted a crowd of players nearby.

“What are they here for?”

“Could it be that they’re looking for trouble with White Fu?”

As soon as these words were spoken, the eyes of the surrounding players became sharp.

“Who dares to provoke White Fu? I will end his life! The top White Fu fan has already configured the runes for a burst kill!”

However, this speculation was quickly dismissed as the people who got out of the car respectfully stood on both sides of White Fu’s door.

This respectful demeanor didn’t look like they were there to fight.

Soon after, the door opened and White Fu walked out, her gaze landing on a middle-aged man with a fine stubble beard.

The middle-aged man laughed heartily, “So you are the famous ‘Silver Moon’ White Fu? I’ve heard much about you but never seen you in person. I am Dallas Macaroff, a liaison from the Darknet. I’m very grateful that you could spare some time to meet me.”

White Fu replied calmly, “What do you want?”

Dallas said, “We have heard about your remarkable achievements at the Black Eagle Base and the Goli Desert. Just now, we upgraded your assassin rank to the highest S-level. From now on, all services provided by the Darknet will be available to you at a 50% discount, and your commissions will be given the highest priority.”

“Is this why you went through all this trouble?”

“Recently, you posted a bounty on the Darknet for advanced spiritual knowledge. Someone has taken up this bounty, and I am here on his behalf.”

White Fu’s breath hitched slightly.

After clearing the Wandering Camp in the Goli Desert with the players, she had accumulated another 320,000 experience points. She was getting closer to leveling up her Apprentice Soul Painter to Lv20.

Her levels were rising quickly, but the remaining two spiritual knowledge chains had made little progress. Dallas brought her some good news.

Of course, assuming it wasn’t a trap.

Dallas said, “The person who accepted the commission wants to talk with you personally. Whether it’s a face-to-face meeting or communication through our Darknet terminal, it’s up to you.”

White Fu thought for a moment, “I don’t want to make a trip in vain, so I want to hear his requirements first.”

Dallas immediately responded, “Understood, please wait a moment.”

He began to direct people to bring a terminal into White Fu’s room.

While White Fu waited, the surrounding players started whispering.

As players, they loved causing trouble. This scene clearly hinted at an upcoming event, making them hard to stay unexcited.

[“Darknet, I’ve heard of it. It’s the underground king of Source Star, a super organization just below the five major powers. They treat White Fu with great respect, how impressive!”]

[“I remember when I was planning to join the Silent Courtyard, my friend advised me not to join small factions, saying they have fewer tasks and lower rewards. Luckily, I didn’t listen to him and chose to believe in Old Two. Who wouldn’t like a white-haired girl?”]

[“Small factions? The Silent Courtyard is as majestic as White Fu’s character!”]

[“I’m increasingly curious about White Fu’s true identity. Is she really from another planet?”]

[“Whether real or fake, I know one thing—our Fu Bao is the protagonist.”]

Ten minutes later, inside the room.

After a few light clicks, the terminal successfully started, and an amiable-looking figure appeared on the old screen.

“Miss Silver Moon, let me introduce myself. I am Qiū Qìngzé from the Railway Guild.”

Railway Guild?

White Fu cut straight to the chase, “I heard you have the advanced spiritual knowledge I put a bounty on?”

Qiū Qìngzé replied, “That’s correct. I want to use this advanced spiritual knowledge as compensation and ask you to help us complete a special mission.”

“The agents of the Railway Guild are already highly capable. Do you still need my help?” White Fu smiled faintly.

Qiū Qìngzé explained, “Miss Silver Moon should have heard about the attack on the Gene Progenitor factory by the Truth Society, which led to the exposure of their secret research, right?”

White Fu nodded.

She knew, how could she not know? She was part of it. That information was spread by Tai Ergen at her behest!

“We suspect that the Gene Progenitor is conducting very secretive research. If successful, this research could severely harm the Railway Guild,” Qiū Qìngzé said seriously. “To prevent disaster, we must investigate thoroughly, but we haven’t decided to confront the Gene Progenitor directly. We’re only seeking someone else to investigate.”

White Fu pondered, “If you seek my help, aren’t you worried I might actually be a top agent of the Gene Progenitor? There are rumors like that circulating.”

Qiū Qìngzé smiled slightly, “We have someone within the Gene Progenitor who confirms you have no connection with them.”

“I see. So, what exactly do you want me to investigate?”

With Qiū Qìngzé’s explanation, White Fu received a new task.

[“Secret Commission from the Railway Guild”]

[Task Description: The Railway Guild suspects the Gene Progenitor is conducting research that could threaten them. They hope you can obtain research materials from the Gene Progenitor’s marine biology institute.]

[Objective: Obtain research materials from the Gene Progenitor’s marine biology institute without exposing the Railway Guild.]

[Reward: 300,000 experience points, Spiritual Energy Knowledge Chain (11)]

Aside from the Spiritual Energy Knowledge Chain, the reward wasn’t particularly generous.

Considering the richness of the reward reflected the difficulty of the task, this meant the risk she would take with her current strength wasn’t too high.

White Fu understood, this wasn’t a trap!

However, Qiū Qìngzé’s vague manner suggested the Railway Guild was hiding its true intentions.

But such matters were inconsequential. She wasn’t very interested in the power struggles among these major forces, especially since she already held a main quest storyline.

She wasn’t lacking in experience for now; she needed only the Spiritual Energy Knowledge Chain promised by Qiū Qìngzé.

“We contacted several S-level assassins through the Darknet. After the operation starts, we’ll transport you to the vicinity of the marine biology institute. Once you complete the mission, we’ll do our best to assist your withdrawal. You only need to worry about two things.”

Qiū Qìngzé raised two fingers.

“First, the Gene Progenitor has set up a new defense line near the marine biology institute, consisting of elite agents and undead. While the elite agents are manageable, those undead are very difficult to deal with. Their ability to resurrect could expose us.”

“Second, this operation is very urgent. If delayed too long, the Gene Progenitor might destroy the research materials.”

White Fu understood why the Railway Guild sought her help. They valued not only her strength but also the players of the Silent Courtyard.

Using players to defeat players was indeed a good idea.

She waved her hand, “These aren’t problems, but I have one more request.”

“What is it?”

“I need a detailed map of the Goli Desert area before the war breaks out.”

White Fu planned to compare this map with the current map of the Goli Desert to find the research institute mentioned by Elder Nissen.

Upon hearing White Fu’s request for a map, Qiū Qìngzé breathed a sigh of relief.

“No problem, I’ll send the map to you when I return. This settles it, Miss Silver Moon. I’ll send someone to pick you up the day after tomorrow. You can bring up to 50 assistants.”

After ending the conversation, Qiū Qìngzé rubbed his temples.

The Railway Guild sought White Fu’s cooperation not only because of her strength but also because of the secrets she held.

The Gene Progenitor had previously been close to White Fu, but during the Bagalos incident, they suddenly wanted to kill her, leading to suspicions that she obtained a secret from Li Cheng.

Additionally, the Railway Guild was intrigued by White Fu’s popularity among players.

After the ambush at the Black Eagle Base, players entered the sight of various major forces. All of them were interested in the resurrections, and the Railway Guild was no exception. They tried many ways to investigate why players could be resurrected but found nothing.

Reluctantly, they changed their approach, deciding to use players instead of studying them.

Undead that could be revived?

They were perfect cannon fodder!

Unfortunately, these undead were highly individualistic and quick-witted, instantly seeing through the Railway Guild’s intentions to use them as cannon fodder.

No way, no matter what!

Qiū Qìngzé was perplexed. Not that, guys, you charged ahead eagerly when you were supposed to be White Fu’s cannon fodder. Why are you all running away now?

Because White Fu is strong?

Not really, the Railway Guild wouldn’t lose to White Fu in terms of strength.

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