I noticed the young man the moment he appeared.
His breathing was steady, and Xuan Qi coursed through him.
He was clearly a fellow practitioner, possessing genuine skill.
However, from my current vantage point, his abilities seemed rather insignificant.
Logically, we were all in the same line of work.
Earning a living in the underworld through our skills.
It was reasonable to risk our lives against malevolent entities and demand hundreds of thousands from property developers.
As I was in the business of funeral services myself, I didn't say much.
I merely suspected that this fellow might have the life to make demands, but not the life to collect.
From a brief glance earlier, I had already determined that the fierce ghost was not to be trifled with.
A Red-Clad level threat was something even I wouldn't dare confront head-on.
Let alone this youth, who in my estimation, was barely competent.
The nearby Mr. Niu frowned slightly after listening.
"Master Long, didn't we agree? Ten thousand to help us resolve the matter at the construction site.
But now, why are you increasing the price?"
As soon as Mr. Niu finished speaking, the youth looked towards the building.
"Mr. Niu! It's not that I'm saying this, but the two individuals earlier weren't accidents at all. They were manipulated by an evil spirit.
Look at this sun, it dares to harm people in broad daylight.
This entity has profound abilities.
For me to intervene, I must go all out.
Therefore, asking for another five hundred thousand is not unreasonable.
Of course, within a hundred-mile radius, my cultivation and strength are unmatched.
Besides me, no one else can resolve this issue."
The young man acted as if he was the strongest.
Watching him, I almost burst into laughter.
Such words could only fool ordinary people.
Mr. Niu quickly went to Chu Yue and lowered his voice.
"Young President Zhang, this matter is extremely bizarre. I've had Taoist priests look into it before, and it's very strange. How about I apply for an additional five hundred thousand in special funds from the group?"
Within Qinggang Group,
The higher-ups were aware that Chu Yue and several employees had been trapped in the Yin-Yang Gate before.
It was kept secret, and they believed in these supernatural matters.
Therefore, Mr. Niu was directly addressing Chu Yue.
However, Chu Yue smiled.
"Mr. Niu, you might not know the person next to me."
Saying this, she pointed to me.
At this remark, everyone around looked at me.
Young, handsome, and tall. Most people would assume I was Chu Yue's boyfriend.
"Who is this?"
"My friend, and also a Taoist priest. With him here, the malevolent occurrences at the construction site can definitely be resolved."
Chu Yue was full of confidence.
I was also here for this very reason.
I nodded in agreement, not saying much.
However, the youth beside them frowned and scanned me up and down.
In his early twenties, apart from being a bit taller than him, he probably couldn't tell that I was more capable.
He might even think I looked more handsome than his narrow-eyed self.
"Mr. Niu, I always work alone. If you do this, and the matter isn't resolved, then if you ask me to act again, I'll demand eight hundred thousand."
The youth seemed displeased.
Mr. Niu looked embarrassed and turned to Chu Yue.
Chu Yue, in turn, looked at me, indicating for me to make the decision.
Whether to simply send him away.
Seeing a fellow practitioner who also earned a living through his skills, I had no intention of offending him.
I simply smiled and said.
"Fellow Daoist, since you've taken this business, I won't compete with you.
But be careful, the entity upstairs is extremely fierce!
If you don't handle it properly, it could be fatal."
I offered my sincere warning.
After all, the ghost upstairs was likely a Red-Clad level fierce ghost, not someone an ordinary Taoist priest could challenge.
Unexpectedly, the Taoist patted his chest, appearing very confident.
"I am a disciple of the Qingcheng Sect. Since descending the mountain, I have never failed.
How old are you, young man? What do you know about expelling ghosts and subduing demons?
Today, I will open your eyes and enlighten you."
Qingcheng Sect?
I chuckled. Based on his age, he was likely only a third-generation disciple.
Even your senior brother, Wu Kehang, was no match for me, let alone you.
I didn't get angry and replied with a smile.
"Alright, you may proceed."
Chu Yue also spoke up.
"Daoist priest, if you can resolve the matter at the construction site, I will add another eight hundred thousand to your payment."
Chu Yue knew my capabilities. Seeing me say this, she naturally believed that the youth before her wouldn't be able to handle the evil entity upstairs.
Adding this, given how he was disregarding my presence, she chose to add fuel to the fire.
So that he would be embarrassed later.
The youth's eyes lit up upon hearing this.
He immediately laughed.
"Good, the boss is truly straightforward. You wait downstairs. I'll have this ghost captured alive for you in just half an hour."
"Very well, we await the Daoist priest's good news!"
I continued, even lighting a cigarette for myself.
The youth didn't hesitate and took out his magical artifacts.
Talismans, peach wood sword, Bagua mirror, vajra pestle, Buddhist treasure mirror, crucifix, silver crossbow...
I was stunned by the more than ten scattered magical artifacts before me.
This guy, his cultivation might be lacking, but he certainly had plenty of gear.
He possessed artifacts from Buddhism, Taoism, and Western religions. I was completely bewildered.
It seemed I had overestimated this kid.
This fellow was ninety-nine percent likely a charlatan...