The corners of Su Yu's mouth couldn't help but twitch. A store that had never made a profit and was about to be closed down had been chosen by Su Yu.
"If you had come here two months later, you might have had another choice. But now, since you have come here, you have no other choice. Sigh … Other outer sanctum's disciples come here to earn a lot of merit points, but you chose the worst one. You might end up following in the footsteps of the previous shopkeepers and have to pay for your own merit points."
The middle-aged guard was quite warm-hearted, and he felt sorry for Su Yu.
"Senior, thank you for your guidance. Since I am already here, I will make the best of it," Su Yu said.
The middle-aged guard chuckled. "It's good that you have such an attitude. Alright, your identity badge has been checked. Follow me to meet the Deputy General Manager."
Su Yu was led by him to a hall on the eighth floor of the building. The side hall was where the Deputy General Manager handled his affairs.
He had assumed that the building would be deserted and that he would be able to meet the Deputy General Manager easily. However, the hall was packed with people. There were young people, middle-aged people, and many old people.
They were all dressed in rich clothes and didn't seem like ordinary people.
"These shopkeepers are waiting to meet the Deputy General Manager. You just need to find a place and wait patiently," the middle-aged guard said.
Su Yu nodded. He noticed that there were several empty seats in the right corner of the hall, so he walked toward them.
The middle-aged guard unexpectedly stopped Su Yu and said, "Don't go there! Those seats are reserved for the three shopkeepers of the high-grade stores. Didn't you see that no one dares to go there? You are just a new shopkeeper of a low-grade store, so it would be better for you not to have any conflicts with them. Otherwise, it will be difficult for you to survive in Tianya City. "
Su Yu knew that Tianya City's stores were divided into three grades: high-grade, middle-grade, and low-grade.
The main criterion for distinguishing them was their monthly profit.
Those whose monthly profit was between three hundred thousand and one million were middle-grade shops, while those whose monthly profit was above one million were high-grade shops.
As for those whose monthly profit was below three hundred thousand, or those who suffered losses, they were low-grade shops.
The shop that Su Yu had accepted, which suffered losses continuously, was at the bottom of the low-grade shops.
"These three shopkeepers are in charge of the Demonic Beast Material Shop, the Restaurant Shop, and the Elixir Shop respectively. As the biggest shopkeepers in each industry, they have the right to call for meetings at any time! For example, the great shopkeeper of the elixir store, who can command the shopkeepers of middle-grade elixir stores, as well as the shopkeepers of low-grade elixir stores like you. It can be said that he's the boss of the Red Blood Palace's elixir stores, and all of the elixir stores' shopkeepers have to listen to his orders. "
Su Yu's eyes flickered as he asked, "Do we have to listen to everything he says?"
The middle-aged guard said, "If you don't want any trouble, he won't go too far. It's best if you accept him."
"What if I refuse to listen to his arrangements?" Su Yu asked thoughtfully.
The middle-aged guard looked around and sent a voice transmission, "They have a wide network. It is possible that with just a word, the Medicinal Pill dealers who rely on them will not dare to sell Medicinal Pills to you. This will make it harder for you to continue your business. This has happened many times. Do not offend them."
Elixir shops made a living by buying things at a low price and selling them at a high price.
If he couldn't get the pill, it was equivalent to waiting for death.
"Thank you, senior. I know what I should do now." Su Yu nodded, then went to another corner and waited quietly.
Clang!
At this moment, the side hall's door was opened, and three people came out of it.
They were two men and a woman. They were all middle-aged, and their steps were dignified and imposing.
The middle-grade shopkeepers, who were waiting, all looked at them at the same time. They didn't dare to reveal any disrespect in their expressions.
Su Yu heard a conversation in a low voice near his ears. "It's the three great shopkeepers. They talked with the Deputy General Manager for such a long time, so they must be discussing something important."
"It's most likely the case. According to the rules, since the Desolate Evil Jungle's sacrificial time has arrived, the Deputy General Manager must be very worried. Otherwise, if he makes any mistakes, according to the rules, we will have to give a part of Tianya City's property to the Central Prefecture's people."
"There is no need to guess. It's definitely the case. The Central Prefecture won several times when we bought the Desolate Evil Jungle's sacrificial offerings, and they got a large part of our property. Thanks to these properties, our property has become stronger, and our Red Blood Palace's property has been greatly affected. This is especially the case for our elixirs. Last month, the largest high-grade elixir store, the Heavenly Fragrance Elixir Store, saw its profit drop by 30 percent, and it only had a profit of 1.1 million. It almost dropped to the level of a middle-grade store. Look at the Heavenly Fragrance Elixir Store's great shopkeeper, Shopkeeper Fei. He must have been reprimanded by the Deputy General Manager. "
"Hehe, even an old man like Shopkeeper Fei would have such a day. He is usually at his beck and call, and he always oppresses other elixir stores. Many middle-grade elixir stores, which had hopes of becoming high-grade elixir stores, have stagnated because of him. Now, he almost dropped out of the ranks of high-grade elixir stores. It's really shameful! "
"Don't laugh at me. Based on this old man's character, I think that he will probably hold another elixir store's meeting and oppress the other elixir stores to replenish his store's profit and maintain its status as a high-grade elixir store."
Upon hearing this, Su Yu followed their gazes and looked at the middle-aged man, who was walking at the back of the three people.
The three shopkeepers' expressions were quite unsightly, but this man's expression was even more unsightly. It was as if the words "Don't provoke me" had been carved into his forehead.
Su Yu furrowed his brows. It seemed like he really didn't come at the right time!
After they left, the other elixir store's shopkeepers entered the side hall one after another and were received by the Deputy General Manager.
In the blink of an eye, half a day had passed, and it was only Su Yu's turn.
Upon entering the side hall, an old man, who was over seventy years old and had half a head of white hair, appeared before him. He was reading an ancient book, which had a tattered cover.
His expression was one of concentration. Sometimes, he would furrow his brows, and sometimes, he would relax. Sometimes, he would become lost in thought. He seemed to be in great pain, and he didn't even notice that Su Yu had entered his room.
He had a short stature and an ordinary appearance. His gaze was calm, and his whole body didn't seem oppressive at all.
However, Su Yu would never forget the unsightly expressions of the three great shopkeepers when they came out of the side hall.
Su Yu looked at the cover of the ancient book, which had two strange, tadpole-like characters on it. He didn't disturb him, but just waited quietly.
After half a cup of tea's time had passed, the Deputy General Manager was still frowning and lost in thought. It seemed like he was puzzled by something and couldn't get over it.
Su Yu pondered this inwardly. He knew that waiting like this wasn't a good idea, so he said, "I'm an outer sanctum disciple, Su Yuxian. I'm sorry for disturbing the Deputy General Manager's comprehension of the Wood Clan's Mysterious Spirit Nine Transformations Canon."
The Deputy General Manager was displeased by his interruption, so he put down the ancient book and looked at Su Yu coldly. "Where did this unruly lad come from?"
However, he suddenly realized something, and his eyes flickered. "Wait! What did you just say I was looking at?"
Su Yu replied in a neither servile nor overbearing manner, "Deputy General Manager, it was the Wood Clan's Mysterious Spirit Nine Transformations Canon."
Swoosh!
The Deputy General Manager stood up abruptly and asked curiously, "Do you know the Wood Clan's language?"
Su Yu wore a natural and fearless expression as he replied calmly, "When I was young, I accidentally found a remnant of a book in a cave. There were many records of the Wood Clan's language on it, so I could barely recognize it."
These were obviously just fabricated stories. In fact, Yun Yazi had read the Wood Clan's language during his research.
The Wood Clan was a powerful Spirit Wood Clan. These clans were born with Plant Spiritual Bodies and had high spiritual intellect. They could create their own language, which was the Wood Clan's language.
The Deputy General Manager walked around the table and examined Su Yu in amazement. "I really didn't expect that my Red Blood Palace would unexpectedly have a junior who knows the Wood Clan's language."
"How many words do you know?" the Deputy General Manager asked curiously. His tone was calm, and he didn't put on any airs.
Su Yu replied modestly, "I know a little."
The Deputy General Manager's eyes flickered slightly. "Great! What does this line of words mean?"
He then opened a page of the Mysterious Spirit Nine Transformations Canon and tapped on a line.
Su Yu took a look at it, then replied without hesitation, "Absorb the essence of the insect, display the Heavenly Primordial Mysterious Shadow, break the green mist …"
"Stop!" Shock appeared in the Deputy General Manager's eyes as he examined Su Yu once again. His eyes shone as if he was examining a treasure.
His eyes were filled with expectation as he opened another page and asked, "What about this line?"
After Su Yu finished reading it, he replied calmly, "The green silkworm broke out of its cocoon and was reborn as a butterfly. It retreated from the mortal world and became an immortal. Today, the horned snake turned into a flood dragon, but it hasn't turned into a dragon yet …"
"Enough!!" The Deputy General Manager closed the Holy Book excitedly. His face was full of excitement as he looked at Su Yu. He was like a robber who had just discovered a treasure! After sizing Su Yu up for a long while, he couldn't help but laugh heartily. "Hahaha, I really didn't expect that the expert of the Bug Clan's language that I've been looking for wouldn't be found in Tianya City, but in the Red Blood Palace!"
It was obvious that he was in a good mood!
"What's your name?" The Deputy General Manager walked over and asked enthusiastically.
Su Yu cupped his hands at him and said, "Outer sanctum disciple Su Yuxian greets the Deputy General Manager."
"Su Yuxian, Su Yuxian …" The Deputy General Manager muttered, but he didn't have any impression of it. "Alright, since you're proficient in the Wood Clan's Language, you've fulfilled my requirements. There's an important matter that requires your participation."
Su Yu furrowed his brows. Could it be some troublesome matter?
"Ha, ha, ha, don't worry, this matter concerns the division of interests of our Eighteen Blessed and Heavenly Lands in Tianya City, and it involves billions of crystals. You're proficient in the insectoid language, so you might be able to play a crucial role! Once you render a meritorious service, the benefits will be beyond your imagination! "
Su Yu muttered to himself irresolutely for a moment. If that was the case, then there was no need for him to reject it.
"Since it's my Red Blood Palace's matter, I will surely do my best," Su Yu said.
The Deputy General Manager was quite delighted, and he heaved a long sigh of relief. "After the past few days of depressing matters, there's finally something that can make me happy!"
"What did you just say? Did you come to take the Tonglin Elixir Store's mission? Well, that's fine. You can stay in Tianya City for this month, and after a month, I will take you to that place to show off your skills. " The Deputy General Manager took a wooden fish from Su Yu's hand and took a look at it. He then threw two badges out of his sleeves.
One of them had the words "Tonglin Elixir Store" engraved on it, and it was the shopkeeper's certificate.
The other one had the words "General Manager" engraved on it, and it emitted an awe-inspiring aura.
"Deputy General Manager, what's this?" Su Yu asked in surprise as he pointed at the General Manager's badge.
The Deputy General Manager chuckled. "This is the Deputy General Manager's identity badge, and seeing it is the same as seeing your true self. If you run into any trouble in Tianya City, you just need to show it to Tianya City's property, and they will obey your orders."
He then added, "This badge is only used to guard against danger and ensure your personal safety. You mustn't use it carelessly, as it might disrupt the property's operations."
Su Yu was delighted, as he knew that it would be much more convenient for him to handle matters with this badge.
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