Shock gave way to commotion as the Ghost Envoy standing beside Mianmian quickly dashed in front of her, pushing away the one who was questioning her.
"I'll take you, I'll take you, just give me one gold ingot and that's enough," he offered.
"Better let me take you. I know the way extremely well, and last month I escorted the most ghosts, earning the title of outstanding staff member."
"I'll take you, I'll take you—no need to pay me. Just say a few good words about me in front of the judge, that'll do."
The Ghost Envoys surrounded Mianmian, babbling all at once and jostling to snatch up the task.
Mianmian hadn't expected to be encircled and lifted her head, turning around to inspect these Ghost Envoys, unsure of whom to choose as her guide.
Just then, a familiar face suddenly appeared between the legs of one of the Ghost Envoys.
Mianmian saw it and excitedly called out the name, "Yao Qian, Yao Qian!"
Yao Qian had just led a newly-hooked ghost through the Ghost Gate.