Who are you trying to bully?!
You exposed yourself as an undercover agent, and then you admitted to embezzling resources.
Chen Yu really couldn't take it anymore.
He felt like Fang Xiu was constantly on the verge of courting death, and if he wasn't careful, Chen Yu might just kill him with a single blow.
"Damn it, I can't stand this anymore!"
Black Bean, who had been burning with rage, also stood up, baring its sharp claws.
"Boss, let me rip him to shreds. He's just too arrogant. This is completely trampling on your dignity as the City Lord."
"Wait~"
Although Chen Yu was also very annoyed.
But—
When things are abnormal, there must be a demon.
He figured Fang Xiu wasn't an idiot, and there might be a reason for him to do this.
"Let's hear his explanation." Chen Yu restrained Black Bean, who was on the verge of exploding. Black Bean, also restrained, gritted its teeth. "Fine, let's hear what he has to say."
Immediately, the man and the cat, with their pitch-black eyes, stared at Chen Yu.
Their gazes were as if,
if Fang Xiu even slightly displeased them.
Hmph, hmph!
"I didn't steal resources." Fang Xiu said with a trace of helplessness in his eyes. "These are resources rewarded to me by the underground after I dismantled them."
"Huh?"
Suddenly, Chen Yu and Black Bean were stunned.
"Resource rewards?"
"Yes, when I entered the underground, I obtained a professional title, 'Builder'." Fang Xiu said softly. "For any construction or dismantling I participate in, I can receive an additional 20% of resources. If you don't believe me, you can check my wristband; it should show it."
Gulp.
A special profession!
After being in the underground for so long, Chen Yu had never encountered anyone with a special profession. Only he himself had awakened the talent of 'Foodie'.
He never expected Fang Xiu to be like him?
He lightly raised his wristband.
Chen Yu began to scan Fang Xiu's status.
Fang Xiu, Rotten Wood level.
"Eh?"
Seeing the display on his wristband, Chen Yu couldn't help but frown.
"There's nothing."
"Ah, I hid it. Please wait a moment." Fang Xiu quickly responded. "I was afraid others would see it and it would be detrimental to me, so I hid the title. You can check again now."
Chen Yu raised his wristband upon hearing this.
Indeed.
At the top of the display page, Fang Xiu's information had changed.
Fang Xiu, Rotten Wood level.
Architect.
He lightly tapped the projection of his wristband, and a new line of text appeared next to Architect.
Builder: Special Profession.
Holders of this title will receive an additional 20% resources for participating in construction or dismantling. This title will upgrade with the number of constructions or dismantlings participated in.
Wow!
It was actually a special profession.
"You must have seen it, right?" Fang Xiu asked nervously, noticing Chen Yu's surprised expression. "If you saw it, I hid it. I haven't met anyone with such a special title since I came to the underground. If others found out, I might be in danger."
"Hide it then."
Chen Yu nodded slightly. Fang Xiu tapped twice on his wristband projection. When he lowered his hand, Chen Yu could no longer see the title display.
During this time, Fang Xiu cautiously surveyed his surroundings.
As if afraid there were others present.
"You're quite cautious." Chen Yu couldn't help but chuckle. Fang Xiu pursed his lips and said, "There's nothing I can do. Isn't it said that possessions invite trouble? If outsiders knew I had this kind of bonus, they would definitely kill me."
Chen Yu nodded slightly at this.
He was quite clear-headed.
What Fang Xiu was thinking was actually not wrong. Such special title bonuses, if known to outsiders, would either lead to admiration and countless people extending olive branches to him.
Or, it would lead to death!
The latter was actually more likely, as he lacked the power to negotiate with other organizations. Even if he did join a faction, those who didn't get him would find ways to destroy him.
"Does Zhao Zhi know?"
"No!"
Fang Xiu shook his head vigorously.
"I've only told you about this. No one else knows about it."
"Ho ho, then I am truly honored." Chen Yu couldn't help but smile. "You're willing to inform me, and I'm very grateful for your trust in me."
"I think you're a decent person."
Fang Xiu pursed his lips and murmured, "I've been inquiring for the past two days. I heard that this city-state was previously controlled by slave owners. The fact that you were able to liberate the city-state for the slaves in the underground indicates that you are kind-hearted. Moreover, I think the reason so many orcs are willing to follow you means you're probably not too bad a person."
"Thank you for your recognition." Chen Yu smiled.
"Furthermore, if I want to establish a foothold in your city-state, I need to show some ability that will make you look at me differently." Fang Xiu said in a low voice. "Now you've seen it, I can gain extra resources, and my title has the potential for growth. I can guarantee you that I will unconditionally hand over the extra resources I obtain. With that, do you still think my previous request was excessive?"
"Not excessive."
Chen Yu shook his head, his eyes serious.
"With this title of yours, your previous request is not excessive at all. Rather, if I can get your assistance, I am the one who has the advantage."
"Then..."
"However, I'm still very sorry, but I cannot give you the position of Chief Engineer." Chen Yu's gaze sharpened. "I am very cautious about the job planning for everyone. You are cautious, and so am I. For the current city-state, the position of Chief Engineer is too important, and I will not give it to you simply because of your title. If you are then incompetent in the position, and I have to dismiss you, it would make me, as the City Lord, seem indecisive and change my mind frequently, thus undermining my authority."
"I am capable!"
Fang Xiu's eyes were filled with seriousness.
"Outside the underground, I participated in countless village and town renovations. I am not lying about this. I dare not say I am outstanding, but I am definitely more capable than the natives."
"Then let me see your skills."
A hint of a smile played in Chen Yu's eyes. "I will not be appointing the position of City Engineer anytime soon, and your title does not require you to hold a specific position to be triggered. As long as you participate in construction and dismantling, you can still exert your influence even without this position."
"I will give you a probationary period. If you prove to be truly capable, the position of Chief Engineer will be yours."
"I believe..."
"You should not object to this."
"True gold fears no fire. Since you truly possess abilities, I believe you are confident, right?" Fang Xiu, standing half a meter away, moved his lips for a long time, then a serious look flashed in his eyes.
"Alright, then I will show you. I am determined to get this engineer position."
"Ha..." Chen Yu couldn't help but laugh out loud. "I don't dislike confident people. Since you've said so, I'll be looking forward to it."