I Don't Agree to the Terms
Chapter 294 - 173: I am knowledgeable and reasonable, you are insightful.

Chapter 294: Chapter 173: I am knowledgeable and reasonable, you are insightful.

On the seventh day of the second cycle, Qingxian Town was bustling with excitement, for the young master of Luo Mansion was getting married, and his bride was none other than Yu Niang, a matter that had stirred up quite the commotion.

It wasn’t that the townspeople were distressed for Yu Niang, but once she became the Young Madam of Luo Mansion, nobody would be around to help them with their work, leaving them quite indignant. How could Luo Huaisong make the public’s carriage his private affair?

Hence, many townspeople were secretly plotting to sabotage the marriage and even thought of claiming Yu Niang for themselves, ensuring she could only work for them.

Previously, they hadn’t caused any harm because there had been a balance, and with Fan Shi ready to take over, they had exploited that to the fullest. But now that she had entered a wealthy house, they could no longer manipulate her as before.

While these people were intent on sabotage, they were all bark and no bite, daring to speak ill in private, but far too cowardly to take any real action, preferring to reap benefits without giving anything in return.

Thus, so far, none had dared defy Luo Shoufu, the richest man in Qingxian Town.

"Did you find him yet? How did he disappear again?" White Cloud asked vexedly.

"No, I have no idea where he has gone. I heard last night he stole Luo Mansion’s carriage and left the city." Heavenly Immortal was also somewhat frustrated, suspecting that Gu Shanhai had met with an accident.

"There’s no way to handle this. With Luo Mansion guarded so intensely, we simply can’t get in," White Cloud spoke helplessly.

Since yesterday, they had sensed the danger escalating, especially since all the townspeople of Qingxian Town had undergone a change. Usually, they seemed ordinary, but if they sensed certain actions, like attempting to enter Luo Mansion and rescue Yu Niang, they would turn into terrifying monsters.

Particularly the house servants of Luo Mansion, each extremely powerful, it took all their might to match them, almost as if they were dealing with the uncontrollable Yu Niang from the third day.

From this, they could surmise that as the cycles continued, Yu Niang’s powers would also amplify, and they might not just be facing Yu Niang, but all the transformed monstrous townspeople of Qingxian Town.

Now, if they wanted to take Yu Niang away, they would have to wait until the wedding ceremony, but with their capabilities, it was highly unlikely they could manage it.

Unless Heavenly Immortal, by tremendous luck, could summon beings like Oxhead and Horseface, the Old Lord’s Azure Bull, Duke Mu’s Eight Steeds, or other mythical beings, or the strong demons like Sea People Manaklavi that Gu Shanhai had encountered before, then they might have a chance to turn the tables.

But such immense luck was scarce, and even a previously successful operation had just been a burst of good fortune.

"Wait, he might be unreliable, but he must have some kind of solution. If push comes to shove, we’ll have to sneak into Luo Mansion first," Heavenly Immortal was also at a loss. If they had Gu Shanhai’s aura, they might not win but could withstand the damage and forcefully enter Luo Mansion to rescue the person.

With their frail forms now, even White Cloud along with Great Mighty Sky Dragon Lolita couldn’t withstand a mobbing.

This alone demonstrated how much assistance a strong support could provide them.

"Alright, it seems that’s the only option." White Cloud also felt powerless for the first time; previously, with the emperor’s favor planning strategies and Heavenly Immortal summoning aids, she just needed to handle the main attack or the final touch, unlike this time where she was fully involved, which she felt was causing her to lose quite a lot of hair.

The two attempted to contact Gu Shanhai through various tools and methods, but all efforts were fruitless, and in the end, they were forced to reluctantly enter Luo Mansion.

Since this was a celebratory visit, after giving ritual money, they were openly admitted—unlike before, when they skulked in at night. If they hadn’t remained undetected, by now they were highly likely to be chased and killed.

Once inside, they were given seats and began to look around, considering whether there was a chance to separate and contact Yu Niang in the back residence.

They had even begun considering taking Yu Niang as a follower. Previously, she might have been a logistics or life-support follower, but as time passed, it was clear her combat ability was not low. If taken as a follower, she would undoubtedly be an extraordinary asset, with her strength alone potentially elevating them to higher levels of players.

Accordingly, the difficulty of the attendant tasks would certainly be higher.

’These guests seem to have somewhat odd brains.’ Heavenly Immortal communicated with White Cloud through the player channel.

’We are nearing a loss of control, we can confirm that seven days make a cycle, and if we can’t break this recurring loop, we’re likely to die here,’ White Cloud responded.

Together, they couldn’t defeat a single townsman, naturally making it impossible to survive under a berserk Yu Niang in a reset, let alone now with more than one Yu Niang.

’Find a reason to sneak into the back residence and take Yu Niang away; we absolutely can’t tackle them head-on. We underestimated this situation; even with his aura, we might not be able to withstand it.’ Choosing action over inaction, Heavenly Immortal didn’t place their hope on Gu Shanhai upon entering.

White Cloud readily agreed with this suggestion.

But as the two stood up, all the guests suddenly stared at them intently, a look as if they were seeing two walking servings of braised pork, wanting to swallow them whole.

This gaze made the two startled and they reluctantly took a step.