Reborn as a Hatrack in the Mystical Land-Chapter 728 - 185: Hidden Sorrows

After everyone had left, Yue Jinghua furrowed her brows and impatiently yelled outside, "Compass, if you must hide, at least hide your esteemed buttocks as well."

It turned out that although Compass was driven out by Yue Jinghua, he still could not give up and sneakily hid outside the house, but his oversized buttocks betrayed his position.

"Captain, you truly are wise and powerful, nobody can hide anything from you." Compass came out with an expression resembling a meek wife, hesitatingly said, "I wanted to discuss with you, for the trip to Geyue Town this time, can we not bring me along?"

"Why? Logically speaking, you have known Qin Dongting the longest and your relationship with him is the best. The Newcomer King competition is crucial to him. Wouldn’t you regret not supporting him?" Yue Jinghua could see that though Compass appeared careless, he was actually very meticulous.

Last time, on Xiao Wei’s memorial day, this chubby man got drunk and cried over Xiao Wei’s spirit tablet like a child, which was moving.

"No, that’s not it. Of course, I hope that guy Qin can come out on top. If he wins, our entire Mercenary Group benefits from it. It’s just..." Compass’s eyes rolled around, "If we all go, and the Mercenary Team gets a mission, there would be no one to negotiate. I am the deputy leader of the team; I should stay behind and maintain contact with clients." 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

"I have already spoken to the people at the Ou Hua Branch. They will note down any missions. Given our team’s current level, ordinary missions do not interest us, so there’s no issue of negotiating," Yue Jinghua rolled her eyes, leaving anyone but Compass would be more appropriate.

Hearing this, Compass’s eyes spun around again: "But I get seasick, and this journey is too long."

"Fatso!" Yue Jinghua glared, fiercely poking her finger on the chubby man’s head, "Do you think I’m a fool? Who was it that had a blast rolling around on the Titan last time? Geyue Town, you have to go, you must go, stop having such crooked thoughts."

Compass, being yelled at, lost his soul and spirit, and reluctantly walked away.

As the chubby man walked out, Qin Dongting happened to enter.

Watching the chubby man leave, Qin Dongting suddenly said, "He has his own difficulties."

"Difficulties? Who doesn’t have difficulties in life," Yue Jinghua rubbed her temples, "Geyue Town has people he avoids, and so do you. Since you chose to face them, he must also go and face them. Otherwise, Compass will always be a defeated dog, living in the shadows of the past."

Yue Jinghua had already figured out that Compass was afraid of going to Geyue Town, likely because it was related to his personal history.

And Qin Dongting was bound to encounter his half-brother Bo Xiyu in this competition.

Bo Xiyu, exactly twenty this year, had demonstrated impressive strength in the Sky Dragon Palace, which left a deep impression on Yue Jinghua.

This man had always been dissatisfied with Qin Dongting, believing that he brought shame to the prestigious name of King of Mercenaries Bo Sai. It seemed that this time, he would not let Qin Dongting off easily.

With the Dragon Knight Mercenary Group as a powerful backer and being the son of the King of Mercenaries, in Geyue Town, Bo Xiyu also had many connections. Qin Dongting was too reticent and reserved, which was exactly why Yue Jinghua knew he was just registering but still insisted on going together.

Qin Dongting was silent. The reason he and Compass became teammates in the first place was due to their similar backgrounds, but even though Compass had a slightly superior status, he was weaker and more reluctant to face reality.

As he remained silent, he also deeply appreciated Yue Jinghua’s well-intentioned efforts.

Although Yue Jinghua appears very assertive in public, since following her, whenever the safety of the Mercenary Team members is at stake, she always steps forward without hesitation. This is exactly why Qin Dongting still followed her loyally even though he knew she was a woman.

He admits that he has an inexplicable fondness for Yue Jinghua, which he has always kept well hidden, and over time this fondness has transformed into respect.

This respect, even in the long years to follow, when Qin Dongting became a Super Mercenary King as famous as his father, remained unchanged.

"In this competition, you must win, and you must defeat that self-proclaimed genius from Bo Xiyu. The July Mercenary Team only accepts victors," Yue Jinghua’s words struck Qin Dongting’s heart like a heavy hammer.

Subconsciously, Qin Dongting nodded his head.

Geyue Town, Bo Xiyu, these two names, heavy as mountains, at this moment, no longer seemed insurmountable.

Seeing Qin Dongting leaving deep in thought, Yue Jinghua frowned and started to ponder.

Regarding Qin Dongting’s strength, Yue Jinghua knew that he was still inferior to Bo Xiyu or her elder brother Yue Minzhi. There might be a chance to make it into the top twenty, but reaching the top ten seemed impractical.

Initially, she considered that because her brother Yue Minzhi also participated in this competition, Qin Dongting could help clear some lesser opponents along the way.

But now, she had changed her mind.

Qin Dongting is not a stepping stone; he is one of the crucial members of the contract Mercenary Team.

She wants Qin Dongting to win, to make it into the top ten or even the top three. At the very least, he should trample the genius mercenary Bo Xiyu underfoot.

"Bo Xiyu, consider yourself lucky. Madam here wanted to keep a low profile and didn’t join this competition, or else elimination would not be the only outcome awaiting you. It looks like Qin Dongting needs some special training. Some special training that can rapidly enhance his strength, maybe I should take some measures during the journey to Geyue Town on the empty ship," Yue Jinghua said while touching the Nine-layered Square Ring on her hand.

"Well, before we leave, I must visit Cheng Ying again," recalling Cheng Ying, Yue Jinghua’s frown deepened.

The last time at Fandi Port, Cheng Ying helped hide the fact everyone had "escaped" from jail, owing him a big favor.

Given that guy’s personality, if she approaches him this time, he is sure to bring up some demands in return.

"Whether it’s a blessing or a curse, when you are out in the world, you always have to pay back," Yue Jinghua said helplessly shaking her head.

Yue Jinghua’s trip to Geyue Town is not purely a "Family and Friends" trip. Earlier, Feng Buhui mentioned that the main base of the Rebellion Mercenary Group is near Geyue Town. In fact, several of the most famous mercenary groups on the continent, including the Dragon Knight Mercenary Corps, also have estate bases near Geyue Town.

She plans to visit the Rebellion Mercenary Group on her way to Geyue Town, taking Cheng Ying with her to check on Ni Qianjun’s injuries.