Chen Yu's eyes were filled with anticipation.
A capable person.
A free city planner, Chen Yu had to get to know him well.
The survivors exchanged glances.
To them, Fang Xiu was a completely unfamiliar name. The survivors in the underground cave, more or less, had their own small circles, but for them to be widely known.
There was only one way: the rankings!
Fang Xiu.
He had not appeared on the rankings.
Despite being an unknown figure, being actively mentioned by the great Chen Yu clearly indicated that this person had some abilities.
Unexpectedly, after waiting for a long time, no one came forward.
"Fang Xiu!"
Chen Yu called out again, frowning slightly.
The survivors looked at each other more frequently, and then they noticed a person in the crowd who seemed to be dozing. Those around him unconsciously parted, making way for him.
Noticing this person, Chen Yu also walked over a few steps.
"Hey, are you asleep?"
Startled by Chen Yu's tap, the dozing person woke up instantly. He subconsciously looked to his left with a wandering gaze. After he retracted his gaze, he noticed Chen Yu in front of him.
"Are you Fang Xiu?"
"Ah~"
It seemed Fang Xiu had not fully woken up yet, and his reply was a bit dazed.
This person had a very delicate appearance.
At first glance, it was impossible to tell his gender; his appearance was somewhat androgynous. Moreover, his voice was also hard to distinguish as male or female, making Chen Yu very curious whether he was a man or a woman.
He frowned and looked at him for a long time.
Chen Yu then specifically looked at the avatar from his wristband projection.
Comparing them repeatedly.
"Didn't sleep well last night? You can fall asleep while standing." Chen Yu, glancing at his wristband, didn't let the moment become awkward and asked softly. Fang Xiu smiled slightly but said nothing.
This made Chen Yu marvel.
Frankly,
If he hadn't seen Fang Xiu's avatar, which bore a nine-tenths resemblance to the person in front of him, Chen Yu would have found it hard to reconcile the person who chatted so animatedly with him in private messages with the person he was now.
"You said you are good at urban planning."
"Mmm~"
"Alright, City Lord Kailin." Chen Yu nodded and then looked at Kailin, "This is the city planner I've specially hired for you. You can take him around the city and ask for his suggestions on how to improve it. I believe he won't disappoint you."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Chen."
Kailin murmured.
Actually, if one observed carefully, one could tell that Kailin was slightly unnatural when she said this.
She was still very nervous.
When Chen Yu told her to be the City Lord, she had been trying her best to refuse. Unfortunately, Chen Yu hadn't given her any choice; the position of City Lord was forcefully placed upon her.
And she was also asked to interact with the survivors.
She had been holding up all the way, afraid of being exposed and causing trouble for Chen Yu.
"You're too kind, City Lord Kailin." Chen Yu said with a smile, "It's best if I can help you. If you are satisfied with them, I will also provide you with excellent talents in the future. I hope City Lord Kailin can also be more patient with my compatriots. They are new to the underground cave and may have many things they don't understand."
Touched!
Chen Yu's words caused a warm current to flow through the hearts of all the survivors present.
Look at this, this is the great Chen Yu.
Even at this moment, he doesn't forget to speak well of them. If they don't achieve something, they would feel they have failed Chen Yu's earnest efforts.
"Understood."
Kailin smiled and nodded, then said softly.
"If there's nothing else, I'll take them into the city. The city's construction has a tight schedule, so it's better to get them involved in work as soon as possible."
"Please go ahead."
As Chen Yu finished speaking, Kailin led the group into the city.
Chen Yu watched their retreating figures.
Along the way, many survivors waved goodbye to Chen Yu, and Chen Yu waved back in response. However, Fang Xiu was not among those who waved to Chen Yu.
"Tsk, this guy~"
"He's quite different, isn't he?" the little demon floating in the air raised an eyebrow, "Why don't I think he looks like a city planner? Is he lying?"
"You can't judge a book by its cover."
Sona, sitting on Chen Yu's left shoulder, whispered.
"Hmph, do you only say the opposite of what I say?!" the little demon glared and bared its teeth, "And 'you can't judge a book by its cover,' that phrase suits you well. Who would have thought that someone with your appearance would be such a scheming woman."
"Madam, thank you~"
Sona gave the little demon a warning yet polite smile.
"I am still pure of heart. Is it not appropriate to call me a woman?"
"Oh my, why emphasize that point? Are you intentionally saying it for Chen Yu to hear?" the little demon put its hands on its hips and sneered, "I didn't say you were an old woman?"
"Oh~"
To defeat the little demon, it seemed very simple.
Oh.
That was enough.
There was no need to argue with her at all.
A simple "Oh" was enough to instantly set the little demon ablaze.
"What do you mean by that!!!" the little demon yelled, waving its trident, "You woman just like to deliberately cause trouble for me. I said he was lying, and you told me you can't judge a book by its cover. I'm talking about you, and you just say 'Oh' to me! Fine, why don't we make a bet~"
"A bet? You?"
Sona looked at her with disbelief.
"What, are you scared?!" the little demon lifted its delicate chin, "Let's bet whether he's truly talented or lying. I bet he's lying."
"Pfft~"
Sona covered her small mouth and chuckled.
The little demon, already angered, became even more furious.
"What are you laughing at!!!"
"Barbara, I really doubt where your confidence comes from. Others who stumble know to walk around the pit next time, but you are the type..."
Sona remained silent for a moment, biting her lip.
"Hey, I know there's a pit ahead, and I can't jump over it. But I won't go around it; I'll just jump right into it. Just for fun~ That's the kind of feeling you give me."
"Are you making fun of me?"
"No, would I make fun of you? I'm openly mocking you." Sona shrugged with her arms crossed, very honestly, "A bet? You've lost so many times. Give Chen Yu the equipment you owe him."
"That's right, you should give me the equipment too, shouldn't you?" Chen Yu said.
"Ah..."
The little demon floating in the air extended its finger and nodded incessantly.
"Alright, I see clearly now. You two have ganged up on me, haven't you? You're working together to bully me, and you think I'm afraid of you two!"
"Stop the nonsense, give me the equipment!"
Chen Yu extended his hand.
"I've already prepared the equipment for you; there's no need to rush me!" the little demon said, wrinkling its delicate nose and humming lightly, "I, Barbara, never break my promise to others, but... before that, I must vent my anger."
"What do you want?"
"Do you dare to make a bet with me!"