"Huh?"
Seeing the uniform messages from Fatty and the others, Zhang Wei let out a soft "huh." Although he knew he was being targeted by the Senluo Division, and they had even sent the Gardener, the second-in-command of the Senluo Division, to kill him, Zhang Wei wasn't panicked.
"What's wrong? Did someone message you?"
Lu Lianxue, who was beside him, noticed Zhang Wei and turned to ask.
Not wanting Lu Lianxue to worry, Zhang Wei rubbed her head.
"No, it's just Xiao Mantou messaging me, asking if I've arrived and saying she misses me."
Immediately after.
Dispelling Lu Lianxue's curiosity, Zhang Wei messaged Fatty on the way to Seoul University with the teachers.
Soon.
After learning the situation, Fatty sent another message:
[Fatty]: Zhang Wei, try not to leave Seoul University as much as possible. I know you've reached the Half-step True Dragon Guard level, but the Gardener is not weak. She is a Companion Ghost Mother King. If she wishes, she can even give birth to Half-step True Dragon Guard level ghosts. You won't have an advantage fighting her.
[Fatty]: Especially since her strength is close to True Dragon Guard, and she particularly likes people with high颜值. Your颜值 perfectly hits her XP. I'll be going to the "Stealing Country" tonight. If she makes a move on you, I'll mediate and inform you in advance.
[Zhang Wei]: Okay.
Zhang Wei glanced at Lu Lianxue beside him and replied to Fatty. Although he had the system's immortality ability and wasn't afraid of the Gardener, he had to consider Lu Lianxue's safety.
[Zhang Wei]: I'll leave the Gardener to you to mediate.
...
That night.
In the "Stealing Country," in front of a large villa estate.
"Hmm?"
A guard standing in front of the estate saw a taxi stop at the entrance and a胖子 wearing clothes with anime logos get out.
Seeing this.
Just as the guard was about to step forward to stop him, a woman's voice, that of his master, the Gardener, suddenly reached his ears.
"Let him in."
"Yes, Master."
Although a bit surprised, as this was the first time his master had allowed an outsider in, the guard didn't dare to say more. He gave the胖子 a strange look and then led him into the villa.
Along the way.
Fatty observed his surroundings, secretly memorizing the address. Soon, led by the guard, he arrived at the hall and saw the Gardener sitting in a luxurious classical Western-style armchair in the hall.
"Yo, Gardener, you really know how to enjoy yourself. You have maids serving you and a big house to live in."
Fatty casually greeted the Gardener and found a seat for himself.
The Gardener glanced at Fatty.
"I've been busy with matters in the 'Stealing Country' for a long time, so of course I need a place to rest. I don't like staying in hotel rooms that have been slept in by many people. Let's get down to business. Senluo sent you to assist me. When do you plan to make your move?"
As soon as she spoke.
Fatty inwardly thought, "Here it comes. I didn't expect the Gardener to be so eager to kill Zhang Wei." Outwardly, he calmly waved his hand and said,
"It depends on you. I don't mind either way. I was sent to assist you, so you're in charge. Of course, if you're willing, I suggest later. I heard Zhang Wei will be studying in the 'Stealing Country' for a while. I don't think it's necessary to kill him so soon. We can observe first, and I can go sightseeing."
Saying this.
Fatty said with great interest:
"I really like the anime 'Solo Leveling' from the 'Stealing Country.' This is my first time in the 'Stealing Country,' and I think it's necessary to buy some merchandise, hehe."
With his words.
Fatty thought to himself... Hmph hmph, no matter what, I'll stall you for now, giving Zhang Wei time to get familiar with the 'Stealing Country.' This way, if you want to deal with Zhang Wei, Zhang Wei can also deal with you. Ha, my plan to utilize my persona is flawless. I'm truly a clever villain.
On the other side.
Hearing Fatty's words, the Gardener got up from the reclining sofa and responded calmly on the surface:
"I happen to have a ghost exorcist I've been targeting recently. Since you also think later is better, then it's later. We'll deal with Zhang Wei in a few days."
In her heart.
The Gardener was very happy... Haha, it's good that Senluo sent this dead anime otaku. It seems I can use anime to restrain this dead胖子.
Just as she was thinking this, Fatty spoke:
"Oh? You have a ghost exorcist you're targeting? Do you want me to help you? I'm going out to buy merchandise anyway, so I can help you along the way. It'll be faster to act together."
In her heart.
Fatty was a bit nervous... Could this Gardener have sensed that I'm deliberately delaying? Does she want to take advantage of my merchandise shopping to secretly deal with Zhang Wei and present a fait accompli? No, if that happens, not to mention Zhang Wei's life being in danger, my reputation as a villain would be ruined if I'm outsmarted.
At the same time.
The Gardener was also cursing inwardly... (╬￣皿￣)=○ I was just casually making an excuse, wanting you to go buy merchandise with peace of mind. Did you discover that I was lying? But it doesn't matter. Let's play along. I can take you to do something else and delay the time.
At that moment.
The Gardener casually replied:
"What? You look down on me? Senluo sent you to assist me, and I don't need your help with everything. However... the ghost exorcist I'm targeting this time is a Half-step True Dragon Guard level ghost exorcist from the 'Stealing Country.' It's not impossible for you to help me."
In her heart.
The Gardener whispered... I'll find a troublesome ghost exorcist and have you act with me. If we cause a commotion, Zhang Wei in the 'Stealing Country' will definitely find out and be alerted in advance.
At the same time.
Fatty's heart lit up upon hearing this... Oh? A Half-step True Dragon Guard level ghost exorcist? Great! I'll help you act together and cause a commotion. With Zhang Wei's intelligence network, he'll definitely know in advance. Then I'll play the "beat the grass to startle the snake" move, haha.
Immediately.
"No, no, no, it's not that I look down on you. I just want to deal with this matter quickly so that I can deal with Zhang Wei sooner. A Half-step True Dragon Guard? Alright, I haven't fought one yet. It's a good opportunity to practice. A top-tier Ghost King fighting a Half-step True Dragon Guard, this kind of prestige, I like it!"
Fatty replied with a smile.
Then.
Fatty and the Gardener, who were both calculating against each other, exchanged smiles. They were both inwardly delighted, feeling that their plans were progressing smoothly.
"Then I'll go put my luggage away first. Shall we act now?"
"No need. You just arrived, and we're acting immediately. It's easy to trace in the 'Stealing Country,' as there are no such coincidences. Let's act tomorrow night."
"No problem. By the way, what's that ghost exorcist's name?"
To Fatty's question.
"Jin Zhenghe."
The Gardener recalled the ghost exorcists in the "Stealing Country" and finally revealed the name of a ghost exorcist who was about to be promoted to True Dragon Guard level. She had to find someone powerful for Fatty to cause a big commotion if necessary.
Not long after.
After seeing Fatty off to his guest room to rest, the Gardener walked towards the villa's garden. Then, a giant, benevolent mother figure appeared behind her, and with her abdomen swelling, a powerful Ghost King was born.
"Go and quietly find people around Jin Zhenghe and attack them, so that Jin Zhenghe is alerted in advance."
"Yes, Master."
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