Chapter 91: A Risky Investment

Bai Yu felt an inexplicable surge of anger upon hearing Moweila’s voice.

“I know that item is good, but haven’t you seen the Dragon Summer coins and merit points it requires? Where am I supposed to acquire such things?”

Bai Yu was seething, frustrated that Moweila only ever dreamed big without offering any practical solutions.

[Borrow it from Mo Lan. From what I’ve observed, she’s highly likely to lend it to you.]

Moweila stated indifferently, her voice devoid of even a hint of hesitation.

“Borrow… but.”

[Still feeling awkward? How ridiculous. If you truly aspire to grow stronger, you must cast aside such trivial thoughts.]

Moweila sneered, dismissing Bai Yu’s reluctance to speak up as the most laughable of actions, for such hesitation would only sever her path to success—utterly foolish.

“You—you—you!!”

Bai Yu stomped her foot in exasperation, finding Moweila’s words far too hurtful.

Tears welled in Bai Yu’s eyes, yet even as they did, she contemplated the feasibility of the suggestion.

After all, she still wished to cultivate a good relationship with Mo Lan; a ninth-tier combatant was not someone whose connections were easily forged, making it a rare opportunity.

Lu Xingyao was not affiliated with the Dragon Summer Investigation Bureau, thus possessing no such thing as merit points.

Even if she did, Bai Yu’s reliance on Lu Xingyao’s family for support would likely become a burden.

This was not merely a matter of awkwardness or embarrassment; it was genuinely precarious.

‘Perhaps I should try?’

Bai Yu pondered whether to approach Mo Lan.

She calculated the value of her current possessions; even excluding the mysterious items procured from the academy, the materials alone amounted to tens of millions of Dragon Summer coins.

This figure, however, didn’t even account for the larger acquisitions.

While the international high school was comparatively wealthy, this sum was but a mere drop in the ocean compared to the Dragon Summer coins demanded by Heaven’s Fire.

Even if she weren’t afraid of being scrutinized by the Dragon Summer Investigation Bureau, directly selling all of the Principal’s books and arcane materials here would likely only fetch half of what was needed.

If she chose not to purchase the Heaven’s Cauldron, she might have a slim chance.

Nevertheless, she would still need to borrow merit points from Mo Lan.

However, if she was going to borrow anyway, she might as well aim for the very best.

Gritting her teeth, Bai Yu promptly opened Mo Lan’s communication window.

–Sister Mo Lan

Bai Yu began to act coquettishly, a wave of profound shamelessness washing over her.

–What’s wrong, little Bai Yu? Did you encounter trouble with the download?

–No, it was successful. It’s just that I ran into a slight issue during the purchase…

Bai Yu flipped her phone over, fearing Mo Lan might become angry and ignore her.

–Hehe, is it about the merit points? What caught your eye, little Yu? Let Sister see if I can help you.

On the other end, Mo Lan chuckled softly, a thought blooming in her mind: ‘Just as I expected.’

After all, everything purchased in Dragon’s Sky required merit points, and Bai Yu, being a complete newcomer, couldn’t possibly possess any, leaving her no choice but to turn to an expert like herself for help.

Bai Yu breathed a sigh of relief, then sent a screenshot of the Heaven’s Cauldron to Mo Lan.

Mo Lan saw Bai Yu’s reply, smiled as she opened the image, and then, inexplicably, she froze.

“How much?”

Mo Lan rubbed her eyes, afraid she had misread it. What was this?

Her hands trembled as she slowly typed a question mark, her shock palpable.

–Little Bai Yu, are you sure you haven’t misread it? Please don’t joke with your sister.

Seeing this, Bai Yu’s spirits immediately sank.

–That’s right. I can only provide about half the Dragon Summer coins, and I have no merit points at all. If it’s too difficult, then forget it.

Bai Yu’s face flushed with shame, yet she brazenly continued typing, invoking the old adage: ‘The thick-skinned eat their fill!’

Mo Lan gritted her teeth, pondering whether her merit points would suffice.

Her greatest question, however, was what Bai Yu intended to do with such an item. A second-tier Arcanist needing something that even ninth-tier individuals might not utilize?

Moreover, it was the Heaven’s Cauldron. She recalled it being an artifact seized during the Heaven’s Holy War more than a decade ago, put up for sale precisely because no one had discovered its true purpose.

It was priced exorbitantly high, for it was a secret treasure of Heaven’s Fire; even if humans couldn’t wield it, its intrinsic value was undeniable.

Yet Bai Yu was no collector; what would she do with it?

–Little Bai Yu, what do you need this item for?

–It’s related to my spiritual core. In short, it’s very important!

Observing Bai Yu’s predicament, Mo Lan deliberated whether to make the purchase.

‘Could Bai Yu’s spiritual core be connected to Heaven’s Fire, perhaps angels?’

‘Surely Bai Yu isn’t a Kin of Angels?’

Mo Lan’s apprehension grew with each passing thought, so she simply ceased her deliberations entirely.

A fierce internal struggle raged within her, until finally, Mo Lan slapped her thigh with conviction.

‘I’ll be a simp just this once!’

Emotion ultimately triumphed over reason, prompting Mo Lan to place the order without hesitation!

–It’s already bought, little Yu! It should be delivered very soon~

Mo Lan’s heart bled; this purchase likely represented several years of her accumulated merit points and salary.

–Really?! Thank you, Sister Mo Lan!

Bai Yu was utterly astonished; Mo Lan had actually bought it!

That was two billion Dragon Summer coins.

–It’s no problem, little Bai Yu. Next time, you’ll have to come out and play with your sister, okay?

Mo Lan swiftly pressed her advantage. If not now, when would be the opportune moment to genuinely connect with Bai Yu?

–Okay, okay! I’ll definitely work hard to pay you back, Sister Mo Lan, don’t worry!

–Mhm!

Mo Lan never truly expected Bai Yu to repay her, especially since Bai Yu was still only a second-tier Arcanist. It would take far too long for her to grow into someone capable of such a feat.

She considered it a form of investment, holding this little one in high regard.

Indeed, in every conceivable way!

****

Inside her room, Bai Yu was utterly overcome with excitement; the item had actually been purchased.

So now she could prepare to absorb the Reverse Metal? This was happening far too quickly for her to process.

[You’ll need a suitable location, an undisturbed one. This place certainly won’t do. If the commotion is too great, it will attract a lot of unnecessary attention!]

Moweila’s voice was utterly serious, and Bai Yu immediately understood her meaning. After all, not every Outer God was as adorable as Lili.

“I know. I’m also considering where exactly to go.”

Logically, the ocean should be the ideal setting, and Bai Yu was already contemplating how to reach it.

Bai Yu wondered if she should ask her Mother, who might be quite knowledgeable in such matters.

Given her current situation, she likely wouldn’t be able to leave the Dragon Summer Nation for some time, meaning she couldn’t simply abandon her affiliation with the Dragon Summer Nation’s Hunter Guild.

After all, her previous actions had already put the Dragon Summer Investigation Bureau on high alert, and they had likely already entered negotiations with the Hunter Guild.

Furthermore, due to Bai Yu, the Dragon Summer Investigation Bureau had been turning a blind eye to Tianyu, as her harboring of Stella was, by all rights, non-compliant with regulations.

Consequently, Tianyu was now essentially in a state of semi-retirement, enjoying a period of reprieve.

Bai Yu stepped out of her room, intending to inquire with Tianyu about this very matter.

To her surprise, she ran into Stella immediately upon exiting, and the sight of her disheveled attire made Bai Yu flush crimson.

It appeared Stella had been heading to the restroom, and their unexpected encounter here was certainly a surprise.

“Eh? Little Yu, you’re awake?”

Stella immediately moved closer, about to embrace Bai Yu.

“Ahhh, don’t touch me!”