What a coincidence

The Evil Self is a pitiful and tragic ghost, having endured endless suffering during its lifetime, harboring self-hatred. Even after death, it cannot find solace in its heart, unable to enter the cycle of reincarnation.

The old tree person provided a detailed account, leaving Ye Shu and Liu Youyou astonished. What exactly did Xiao Leng experience in her past life?

"The Evil Self ghost is extremely dangerous, as its twisted psyche cannot find release. Persisting in this state will inevitably lead to madness. You should not keep her," the old tree person advised, expressing his disapproval of Ye Shu raising Xiao Leng.

The old tree person continued, believing that nurturing Xiao Leng was not a wise idea.

Ye Shu furrowed his brows, pondered for a moment, and said, "She's already with me. I'm afraid I can't just send her away. Is there any way to alleviate her resentment?"

According to folklore, fulfilling a ghost's wishes can assist in its reincarnation. There might be a way to help the Evil Self ghost.

Indeed, the old tree person nodded, stroking his beard, "As the saying goes, to solve a problem, you must go to its source. To help the Evil Self, you need to find out why she hates herself. You must first understand her identity in her past life."

In essence, it meant resolving the issue at its roots, starting by finding Xiao Leng's family and gradually uncovering details from her relatives.

Ye Shu immediately grasped the idea. The old tree person sighed, "If you can't figure out her identity, it's better to send her away. She hasn't been with you for too long, perhaps she won't resent you."

"Yes, she's too frightening. If we can send her away, let's do it, so she doesn't go mad and devour us," Liu Youyou interjected. The harrowing experience of the previous night had left a lasting impact on her, and she couldn't let her guard down around Xiao Leng.

At this moment, the dishes arrived. The lively private room was filled with a delightful aroma, and over a hundred monsters were indulging in the feast, with clinking glasses and cheerful toasts echoing continuously.

Observing the monsters, Ye Shu noticed that their dishes were all meat-based, including chicken, duck, and fish, without any vegetarian options.

However, meat dishes were still made by humans and could be consumed by humans. Ye Shu, feeling unreserved, enjoyed the feast, while Liu Youyou, more reserved, focused on discussing matters with the old tree person after the Xiao Leng incident.

The old tree person smiled as he looked at her, praising her progress and stating, "Your aptitude is excellent. In just a few days, you have improved significantly. Combined with Ye Shu's blood and soul essence, you don't need to worry about cultivation."

The old tree person's praise was high, leaving Liu Youyou both surprised and delighted. However, he quickly shifted the conversation, "But you're not young anymore, almost two hundred years old."

Mentioning her age, Liu Youyou's face wrinkled, and she kicked Ye Shu under the table, signaling him not to glance at her.

Ye Shu chuckled, understanding her discomfort, and focused on his meal. Liu Youyou, with a respectful tone, said to the old tree person, "Mr. Tree, I'm one hundred and eighty years old. I've been practicing in the deep mountains, only entering the human world ten years ago."

"No wonder. According to your age, you should have the strength of a four-tailed fox. You've been wasting time in the mountains, and you don't seem quite experienced, still behaving like a young girl."

The mention of age made Liu Youyou embarrassed, lowering her head.

"You've missed the best period for evolution. To compensate for your lack of strength, you'll probably need to consume a large number of cultivation items, such as Soul Essence Pills or Monster Crystals," the old tree person advised.

When he mentioned "Monster Crystals," his tone seemed peculiar, as if it was not something openly discussed.

Disheartened, Liu Youyou said, "I want Soul Essence Pills too, but they are so expensive that I can't afford them."

"In the human world, a woman's beauty is her greatest asset. As the most charming fox spirit among monsters, you can use your beauty to become a wealthy figure," the old tree person suggested with a slight smile, revealing a playful expression.

Ye Shu and Liu Youyou were puzzled, feeling that his words didn't match his identity. The old tree person remained kind and continued in a light and humorous tone, "Don't misunderstand. I'm not some old-fashioned fellow. I just recalled another fox spirit. About five years ago, she came to this city, specifically targeting wealthy wrongdoers, mesmerizing them, swindling their fortunes, and leaving without letting them touch her. That little girl was eloquent and clever; truly unforgettable."

The old tree person delved into reminiscence, his smile becoming even more benevolent. It seemed that he regarded that fox spirit as his granddaughter, and they might have lived harmoniously together five years ago.

Impressed, Liu Youyou couldn't help but admire, but hesitated, "Is it okay to deceive human money? Won't the Monster Alliance investigate?"

"While there are rules against committing crimes against humans, this place is remote, and some humans are truly malicious. The Monster Alliance often turns a blind eye to it," the old tree person said, not only benevolent but also open-minded, surprisingly encouraging Liu Youyou to commit a crime.

Ye Shu chuckled, not having any objections. Considering some humans' deeds, they deserved to be deceived, or even worse.

"I'll go deceive money then. Our dean is not a good person, exploiting his power to oppress nurses. Several nurses have been taken advantage of by him. If monsters weren't prohibited from committing crimes against humans, I would have killed him long ago," Liu Youyou declared, appearing eager. In the past, she was timid and law-abiding, but now, influenced by the old tree person, she couldn't hold back her desire for justice.

Ye Shu had no objections, but he thought it through and asked the old tree person, "Mr. Tree, how are Soul Essence Pills and Monster Crystals sold in the monster market?"

Liu Youyou also realized that she hadn't inquired about the crucial details.

"In our monster market, the lowest-grade Soul Essence Pill is priced at ten thousand each, and the higher the grade, the more expensive they become. As for Monster Crystals, they're probably not available for sale, considering it's just a small market. However, if you wait until next month's autumn conference, Monster Crystals should be available, likely priced at around three hundred thousand each."

After the old tree person finished speaking, both Ye Shu and Liu Youyou couldn't help but burst into laughter. Three hundred thousand each was exorbitantly expensive.

Liu Youyou wore a mournful expression, "Too expensive, impossible to afford."

The old tree person shook his head with a smile, "Monster Crystals are black-market items, having value but no fixed market price. Don't force it."

Indeed, there was no forcing it. They could only buy Soul Essence Pills, which were more affordable at

 ten thousand each.

As the conversation unfolded, the emotions of the monsters in the room became more exuberant. Almost all the monsters were drinking, and the room was filled with a lively atmosphere, with bottles clinking and cheers echoing.

Having finished their meal and drinks, Ye Shu and Liu Youyou decided to take their leave. There were still matters to attend to at home.

The old tree person didn't insist on keeping them, engrossed in his drinking. He was exceptionally generous.

As they bid farewell and walked down the corridor, Liu Youyou couldn't help but sigh deeply, "I've realized I'm not doing well as a monster. Today was a heavy blow."

Ye Shu suppressed his laughter and replied, "Don't mind it. Although the big shots invited all monsters, at least you're the only one sitting next to Mr. Tree, receiving his guidance."

Liu Youyou, with a wrinkled face, mournfully said, "That's not the point. The key is that I'm already one hundred and eighty years old, yet I'm only a two-tailed fox. Moreover, I'm not mature or experienced, and I don't know how to make money. I can't compare to that fox from five years ago."

The old tree person's words had dealt a significant blow to Liu Youyou, and she hadn't recovered yet.

Ye Shu chuckled, realizing that despite her usually seductive mature appearance, Liu Youyou was, in reality, a naive young girl. She hadn't truly mastered the skills of a fox spirit, often failing in her attempts to flirt with him.

Seeing her heartbroken expression, Ye Shu also felt sorry for her. He suddenly pushed her against the wall, initiating a forceful move known as "wall slam."

"Yue Yue, in my eyes, you will forever be eighteen. You're not as enchanting as other fox spirits, but you're a pure and innocent girl. You should know, men always prefer innocent girls, and so do I," Ye Shu said seriously, needing to display a strong and reassuring image at this moment.

Liu Youyou was completely stunned, looking at Ye Shu against the wall. Then, her face turned red, and she raised her hand to give him a slap, "What are you doing, getting all romantic."

She pushed Ye Shu away and ran off. Ye Shu, covering his face, grinned, "Wrong direction."

Liu Youyou didn't pay him any attention and disappeared around the corner.

Ye Shu chuckled inwardly, rubbed his cheeks, and continued walking in that direction. Once he turned the corner, Liu Youyou was already out of sight, but there was a restroom nearby.

Upon seeing the restroom, Ye Shu suddenly felt the urge to urinate. He entered the restroom but was surprised to find a tall and fashionable woman coming out. She wore a youthful shirt and shorts, revealing long, slender thighs, paired with a cold and aloof expression that made people involuntarily take a few more glances.

Ye Shu glanced twice and then turned around and ran. The woman, however, had eagle-like eyes and seemed to use some technique. Swift as the wind, she rushed over like a gust of wind and forcefully pressed Ye Shu against the wall.

"Running away? It's truly a stroke of luck to run into you again," the tall woman said with a face full of resentment, glaring at Ye Shu with gritted teeth, anger causing her to sprout imaginary cat whiskers on her face.

Ye Shu, looking rather unfortunate, said, "So coincidental. You're using the restroom too?"

"Shut up! How do you want to die?" 

"Miss Audit Officer, you should be reasonable. You've already finished using the restroom, enjoyed your comfort, but I haven't yet. Let me have my turn, and then we can catch up slowly," Ye Shu proposed.