Reborn as a Hatrack in the Mystical Land-Chapter 777 - 27: Training Cannon Fodder

That day, in Helen Tavern, several mercenaries with gloomy faces were drinking and discussing the whereabouts of Four Symbols City.

If it were anyone else, after going through numerous hardships to successfully participate in the Xuyang Trial, only to be told that if they couldn’t find the location of Four Symbols City, their qualification would be revoked, their response would be the same as theirs.

Just as they were nearing despair, a drunk, chubby mercenary staggered over, "Have you heard? July Mercenary Team found the location of Four Symbols City."

The voice of the chubby drunk was loud and clear, instantly capturing the attention of everyone in the tavern.

Some remained cautious, merely pretending to continue drinking, while a few impatient ones approached the chubby man, handing him a bottle of liquor, "Brother, is this news fake? Everyone’s been unable to find a clue to Four Symbols City, how could July Mercenary Team, dominated by new mercenaries, find it?"

"It’s real, unmistakably real. My sister-in-law’s cousin’s grandma’s granddaughter is the chef of July Mercenary Team. She said that their captain blurted it out when drunk. Let me tell you, the captain of July Mercenary Team loves money, give her a big enough offer and she might just sell the news. You guys better take the chance and make connections sooner rather than later," the chubby man insisted, convincing the surrounding mercenaries somewhat.

Shortly after the chubby man’s drunken revelations, someone got in touch with Yue Jinghua through the Five Saints Mercenary Branch.

After feigning delay for a couple of days, Yue Jinghua had the Five Saints Mercenary Branch publicly list three prices for the clues—crucial clue: one million Sixth-level Dark Pills, important clue: six hundred thousand Sixth-level Dark Pills, minor clue: three hundred thousand Sixth-level Dark Pills.

Upon seeing the prices, members of the July Mercenary Team cursed the ancestors of the mercenaries up to three generations, but in the end, someone secretly approached Yue Jinghua through the Five Saints Mercenary Branch.

After some bargaining, the first mercenary group that came to buy a clue trustingly purchased the minor clue, the name of that mercenary group kept strictly confidential.

The second mercenary group, flaunting their wealth, bluntly bought the crucial clue, with their name remaining a secret as well.

After successfully banking one million three hundred thousand Dark Pills, the third person who showed up wasn’t from a mercenary group but an individual.

And this individual was someone Yue Jinghua happened to know.

Bo Xiyu, Yue Jinghua did not expect that the third person to approach her would be the son of Madam Xieleng, Bo Xiyu.

"Indeed, enemies often cross each other’s path," Yue Jinghua chuckled coldly, having endured the "care" of the Xileng Family, it was her turn to take care of Bo Xiyu now.

With Bo Xiyu’s talent and ability, it goes without saying that he also obtained the recommendation ring, recommended by the Geyue Mercenary Association, even considered by the Mercenary World as the most likely candidate to come out on top this time.

But even with external high expectations for Bo Xiyu, he, like everyone else, was plagued by the urgency to find the location of Four Symbols City.

Bo Xiyu searched desperately, but couldn’t find any clues. Just as he was getting frustrated, his informant situated in Five Saints Town brought him good news: someone had deciphered the location of Four Symbols City and was willing to sell the clue.

Overjoyed, Bo Xiyu hurriedly sent people to inquire, only to find out that the clue seller was the July Mercenary Team, with whom he had previous grievances.

Bo Xiyu was originally reluctant to come; he didn’t want to seek out the mercenary team Qin Dongting was part of, as he believed those people weren’t qualified to compete with him.

After waiting for two days, upon learning that two teams had already purchased the clues, Bo Xiyu grew restless. He keenly sensed that maybe the July Mercenary Team had found some important clues because no matter how he inquired, he couldn’t find out which two mercenary groups had bought the clues.

This, in turn, increased Bo Xiyu’s interest.

Thus, he no longer hesitated and immediately sought out Yue Jinghua.

When facing Yue Jinghua, Bo Xiyu was still all smiles, as if the two had a good relationship, "Captain Yue, long time no see. I’ve heard that you have clues about the location of Four Symbols City. I am willing to offer one million Dark Pills to buy the crucial clue," last time in Sky Dragon Palace, Bo Xiyu had lost a subordinate, and today, he brought two young mercenaries, not sure if they were his subordinates or also participants in the Xuyang Trial.

"Lord Xiyara, I do have the clues, but you are a bit too late. The crucial clue you wanted has already been sold. What’s left now is an important clue. Six hundred thousand Dark Pills, not one more, not one less," Yue Jinghua did not show any extra courtesy despite Bo Xiyu personally visiting. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

"Yue Jinghua, I need the crucial clue that can directly pinpoint the location of Four Symbols City. You cannot afford the consequences of refusing me," Bo Xiyu said coldly, glancing at Yue Jinghua and Qin Dongting standing beside him, while the two mercenaries behind him had already drawn their weapons.

"Tsk tsk, Lord Xiyara, such a fiery temper. This is in the Five Saints Mercenary Branch. Are you not afraid of being erased from the Mercenary World in the future if you dare to make a move? And let me ask you one more time, do you want the important clue or not? If you don’t want to buy it, feel free to leave. There are a bunch of people outside scrambling for this clue," Yue Jinghua chose the Five Saints Branch for the transaction to smoothly conduct business.

According to the regulations of the Mercenary World, no one is allowed to engage in combat on the premises of the Mercenary Guild. Violators, depending on the severity of the incident, would face prohibition from accepting missions, confiscation of the Mercenary Manual, or even life-long deprivation of mercenary qualifications.

Even if Bo Xiyu is the only son of Madam Xieleng and the Bo Sai Mercenary King, he would not dare to defy this rule.

Bo Xiyu’s expression softened slightly, and his tone became milder: "Captain Yue, I didn’t mean that, the important clue will do."

"I’ve changed my mind now, one million Dark Pills for one important clue," Yue Jinghua said, without a wrinkle on his brow, as he doubled the price.

"You!" Bo Xiyu’s mercenaries behind him couldn’t hold back and were about to step forward to argue with Yue Jinghua.

"One hundred and fifty..." Yue Jinghua gestured as if about to raise the price again.

"I’ll pay it, one million Dark Pills for your important clue," Bo Xiyu’s teeth were almost shattered by gritting, Yue Jinghua, I’ll make sure to repay your calculations today twice over.

After receiving the Dark Pill Card, Yue Jinghua slowly picked up the brush and ink and scribbled a crooked sentence on it.

"Follow the ’Madman’ Mercenary Group."

"Yue Jinghua, you dare to play me?" Bo Xiyu turned it over and over, only to see such a line; his eyes almost popped out. He had spent one million Dark Pills to purchase just this sentence?

"Lord Xiyara, how dare I play with you? This is the crucial clue. I have told you my most important business secret. You wanted the most crucial clue, but unfortunately, I had already sold it to the Madman Mercenary Group. However, it doesn’t matter, you just need to closely follow the Madman Mercenary Group, wherever they go, you go. I guarantee you’ll find Four Symbols City," Yue Jinghua said, then patted Bo Xiyu on the shoulder, with Qin Dongting whose cheek was twitching suspiciously, happily walked out of the Five Saints Mercenary Branch carrying the Dan Xuan Card.