Chapter 34: Senior, are you Xu Gu's bodyguard?

"This is impossible!"

Yang Xue had just relayed what had happened to one of her uncles, a power figure in the major city of Xu City, and received the expected response.

"Compressing the flame energy to that extent without causing any disturbance, just like a mosquito flying by, yet still able to shatter the armor of a Level 20 Elite Steel Beast.

"Even I can't do that.

"The opponent's Firepower must be an astonishing 3000! Even for a Class A motorcycle, that would require Level 30! If it's a Class B motorcycle, at least Level 50!

"It absolutely can't be something that Xu Gu, who has just Awakened as a civilian S-Level, could achieve! It must be Xu Gu's bodyguard. After all, as an S-Level, someone would invest in him."

"Okay." Yang Xue felt a bit relieved and said, "Third Uncle, I still have something to deal with, you keep busy~"

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"Senior, can we exchange contact details?"

Yang Xue's barely perceptible voice came through.

Her voice was frail and gentle, and lowering her voice now, it sounded even more pleasing and intoxicating.

Xu Gu's expression remained unchanged, and he did not refuse.

A delivered lamb, ready to be slaughtered.

After exchanging contact details, it became much more convenient for the two to chat.

"Senior, are you Xu Gu's bodyguard?"

Yang Xue didn't beat around the bush, wanting to confirm her guess. Although she had already verified it through her channels to a considerable extent.

"Am I my own bodyguard? What a question you ask..."

Xu Gu was speechless for a moment, not expecting Yang Xue, an S-Level, to ask such a wise question.

But when he thought about it, he hasn't often revealed his true strength in public. The only ones who knew of his prowess were a few people like Xia An, Wang Lanlan, and the Demon Hunting Team.

This Yang Xue had just come from Provincial City.

In her mind, he was still just a civilian S-Level, and even if he had done the 'Level 5' glorious deed, at best, he was considered a lucky civilian S-Level with average strength.

She didn't know that he was an SSS-Level with cheats, a lucky god, a liver emperor, a pay-to-win player.

"Sort of," Xu Gu thought about it and replied.

If he was protecting himself, then, of course, he was his own bodyguard.

"Sigh~"

After getting a reply, Yang Xue breathed a sigh of relief and felt a surge of fortune.

It wasn't Xu Gu, that was all that mattered.

She didn't fear Xu Gu having a powerful bodyguard, but feared having one so powerful!

If this person were really Xu Gu, then it would be too terrifying!

That attack just now, even some of her own uncles couldn't achieve!

So powerful, probably even SS-Levels would be considered little brothers before him! Not to mention their group of S-Levels.

Although she was not ostentatious, she was also very proud and unyielding. With her talent and strength, even Ren Dongyang was not her equal! She was one of the top in Provincial City.

Naturally, she feared being outclassed by a civilian S-Level, especially one with an overwhelming superiority.

"Hello, I am Yang Xue, an S-Level from the Yang Family."

Yang Xue introduced herself.

Currently, the Xia City's S-Level circle was so small, there was no need to hide her identity, the other party probably already knew who she was.

By voluntarily revealing her identity, she could gain the other's trust, and maybe she could even take the opportunity to rope in Xu Gu.

"Hmm," Xu Gu replied indifferently.

The circle was indeed small, it was normal to recognize each other, and there was no need to pretend to be surprised.

"Senior, are you trying to snatch Ren Dongyang's quest reward?" Yang Xue hesitated, then asked cautiously.

"Aren't you?" Xu Gu was taken aback again, feeling like this beauty had a not-so-smart head.

Hiding near the core area of the Ascension Sect's stronghold, if not to snatch Ren Dongyang's quest reward, was she here for tourism?

Indeed… Yang Xue's eyes flickered, confirming her suspicion, saying:

"No, I'm here to rescue someone.

"A childhood female classmate, her family fell on hard times, and she came to Xia City to make a life. Recently, she was captured by people from the Ascension Sect.

"She's probably in Ren Dongyang's hands now, and Ren Dongyang has no intention of letting her go easily.

"My identity is special, I wanted to negotiate, but I feared that Ren Dongyang would exploit the situation, so I had to come personally."

Xu Gu nodded slightly.

These days, the Ascension Sect has been extremely arrogant, causing several assassination and kidnapping incidents, targeting the newly Awakened talents of Xia City.

And these captives, now in Ren Dongyang's hands, were probably still in an unfavorable position; all were excellent talents, how could they be easily released?

How could it happen without paying a price? If the ransom wasn't substantial enough, they might end up working for Ren Dongyang for a lifetime.

Yang Xue and Ren Dongyang were competitors, and it was impossible to rescue someone through negotiation.

"So?" Xu Gu asked back.

Yang Xue continued: "However, I didn't bring a bodyguard, although I have items to preserve my life. Yet, it's hard to pose a significant threat to them, making it difficult to rescue someone.

"I see that you, Senior, want to snatch Ren Dongyang's prey. It's likely to be even more challenging and dangerous.

"This time, to destroy this Ascension Sect stronghold, Ren Dongyang brought ten Level 40 Class B bodyguards! Their Firepower and defensive power are astonishing, all around 2500. There are also several extremely powerful Class A bodyguards. They have also made prior defense preparations.

"Even the full force of Xia City would find it difficult to breach!"

Xu Gu wasn't surprised, he had already had Wang Lanlan's people completely scope out Ren Dongyang's bodyguard information.

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Just a dozen level 40 bodyguards, each with an average firepower of 2500, mere cannon fodder, not worth mentioning.

However, he did want to see what exactly she had in mind for Yang Xue.

"That's the idea," Xu Gu responded.

Seeing this, Yang Xue's face brightened with joy, and she hurriedly said:

"Why not join me in the rescue, senior? I can offer you a reward, and I will make sure it satisfies you. How about 200,000 points?

"Although it's not as much as the rewards for snatching prey from the mouth of Ren Dongyang and overturning some strong members of the Ascension Sect.

"But it's safer! Joining me in the rescue, even if we are exposed, there's no great danger, we can retreat in one piece. And, even if we fail, I can still give you 50,000 points as compensation for your troubles.

"If you are satisfied with our cooperation this time, there will be more similar opportunities in the future, with even larger rewards."

After sending the message, Yang Xue's lips curled into a proud smile.

Accidentally meeting Xu Gu's bodyguard not only meant he could help her with the rescue, but there was also the possibility of digging him over to join her camp with money!

If such a strong person could be put to her use, that would be a massive bargain!

Especially since, even if she couldn't dig him out, she could still accumulate goodwill, use this connection to explore Xu Gu, and attract him to her side.

What a great strategy to kill three birds with one stone.

I am indeed clever as snow and ice!

And the cost? Just a bit of points, hardly worth mentioning.

The more she thought about it, the brighter the smile on Yang Xue's face became.

Looking at the message from Yang Xue, Xu Gu's eyes narrowed slightly.

This little girl sure is rich!

A single shot of 200,000 points, that's two billion Star Coins.

Even if it fails, not only is my life safe, but there's also a guaranteed reward of 50,000 points.

Indeed, she's the lady of the Provincial City!

And there are more similar opportunities in the future?

Wow, this is a recruitment drive.

Trying to dig up her own 'bodyguard'.

Had it been an ordinary bodyguard, he might truly have been dug out.

But what does it count as to dig right up to the main house?

Xu Gu chuckled to himself.

Xu Gu thought for a moment and said seriously,

"200,000 points are indeed tempting. However, you're wrong about one thing."

"What?" Yang Xue got excited as she read the first half of the message, thinking the deal was about to go through.

But the latter half of Xu Gu's message left her puzzled.

Xu Gu glanced at the core area of the Ascension Sect base where the battle was still raging and slowly said:

"Rescuing and snatching Ren Dongyang's prey are not mutually exclusive."

"Huh!?" Yang Xue was shocked, finding it unbelievable.

She stared at the message for a good ten seconds before shaking off her astonishment.

Are you insane?

It's not even easy just to rescue someone! Let alone snatching the mission rewards from Ren Dongyang.

You actually want both?

On what basis?

"I'm sorry for disturbing you."

Yang Xue ended the conversation on her own initiative.

Suddenly, she felt that such a self-conceited and reckless person who did not know his own limits was not worth her heavy investment.

Even if he agreed to join her in the rescue, he would probably cause trouble when the time came.

By the way, she also developed a slight dislike for Xu Gu, her employer.

Like bodyguard, like employer!

However, after a moment, she still couldn't let it go and tried to persuade Xu Gu again, hoping to change his mind and prevent him from courting death.

Xu Gu did not change his mind.

"Gamblers deserve to die!"

Seeing that she was rejected again, Yang Xue's eyes turned cold, feeling indifferent, and she stopped trying to persuade the person courting death.

Just then,

Boom!

An Elite Mutant suddenly erupted from the underground base, causing a disturbance, and nearby guards rushed forward to stop it.

As a result, Xu Gu and the others found an opportunity to infiltrate.

"Senior, I wish you luck."

Yang Xue casually wished Xu Gu well and slipped through the breach.

"It seems I've been underestimated. Indeed, not showing off in front of others has its advantages and disadvantages," Xu Gu was not surprised by the shift in Yang Xue's attitude.

There are plenty of chances to fleece a sheep.

In this way, once inside, if Yang Xue really runs into danger, his intervention then will come at a price higher than 200,000 points.

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