"So Old Jin, you're saying that just because I took out a small gang under the Tower Dweller (bleep), their master, the Master of the Tower (bleep), now holds a grudge against me?"

Yun You scratched her head in confusion and whispered to herself, "Is it possible? Is their master really that petty?"

"Who knows? Maybe that's just how the Tower Dwellers are."

Old Jin replied casually, but the dissatisfaction and seriousness on his face hadn't faded.

"Uh... Master, why have you become so serious?"

Yun You rubbed her hands together and tentatively asked, "Could it be that this situation is really tricky and dangerous?"

"Not really."

Old Jin shook his head and explained, "The background of the Tower Dwellers is quite troublesome. Being targeted by them is indeed not a good thing, but as for danger... it's not that serious. At least there's no major danger for now..."

"Speaking of which, have you been approached by someone recently?"

"Yes."

Yun You tilted her head and replied, "There was a guy who seemed like a Tower Dweller (bleep) who came looking and even hired a hacker to investigate me."

"Exactly."

Old Jin nodded.

"Tower Dwellers are like a bunch of shady rats. They only dare to find someone sneakily, never daring to appear in crowded areas for fear of being caught by us Apprentice Death Gods and the police force."

"So, as long as you stay in populated areas, they probably won't dare bother you in the short term, let alone make any moves..."

"Moreover, the warriors that Nest City No. 3's Tower Dwellers can send out are only at the level of Tier Two Apprentice Death Gods. Once you complete the Death God assessment, you won't need to fear them at all, which is why I say you don't need to worry."

"Hmm..."

Saying that, perhaps to ease Yun You's worries, Old Jin added, "How about this, girl?"

"If you're really scared, just hide out in the city for a few days. Once I handle my current affairs, I'll personally sort this issue out for you."

"That works too."

Yun You agreed to this plan.

Even though Old Jin kept saying it's not a big deal, being constantly watched isn't ideal either.

Having her dear master solve the problem in one go is the safest method.

"By the way..."

Suddenly, Old Jin changed the subject and asked, "The mark on your neck indicates you successfully took down the creation of a Tower Dweller."

"Did any items drop from those creations? Like a plate, a pocket watch, or a small knife?"

Upon hearing this, Yun You was slightly taken aback, but quickly realized.

What Old Jin was asking about was clearly the "Butcher Tower" base in her possession.

This item was a treasure dropped by the "Master of the Tower Incarnation," a priceless gem according to Yuanbao.

Old Jin suddenly asking about this made Yun You instinctively alert.

Could it be her master has his eye on her treasure?

"No, that's definitely not the case."

Yun You silently dismissed the thought.

Though in Nest City, interests reign supreme, and even the closest master and disciple or family could turn against each other over a piece of gold...

But the little girl always felt that Old Jin wasn't like that.

Though his appearance might be a bit intimidating, paired with a crisp military uniform and a wide-brimmed hat, giving off an imposing air that was hard to approach...

His character, however, wasn't bad — gentlemanly and agreeable, never using his strength to put on a superior demeanor, treating his cheap disciple with such kindness that no faults could be found... when he says he'll solve an issue, he does, offering tens of thousands without hesitation.

Mighty yet humble, that's exactly him.

Yun You is usually pretty accurate about people, not feeling that Old Jin had any intention of harming her.

What's more, with Old Jin's strength, if he really wanted to take something from Yun You, he wouldn't need to go through all this trouble.

Hiding? There's no need, nor is there purpose, as it would only breed suspicion.

So after considering, Yun You took the Butcher Tower base out of her pocket and handed it to Old Jin.

"This is what the Master of the Tower (bleep) dropped for me."

"..."

Gazing at the golden embossed disc, Old Jin arched an eyebrow.

"A Butcher Tower? And it's a golden Butcher Tower?!"

He didn't take the disc, just examining it carefully, his voice laced with surprise.

"It looks like you encountered the Incarnation of the Smiling Awakened One·Nan Jia. Only its incantation would drop a Butcher Tower."

"Girl, I have to say, you're quite lucky."

Old Jin waved his hand in appreciation, gesturing for the little girl to put away the Butcher Tower.

"I originally thought of helping you tidy up those Tower Dwellers, but looking at it now, it seems unnecessary."

"Leaving them to you to resolve is the better choice."

"Huh?"

Yun You's face tensed up, confused, "You're letting me handle it myself?"

"Exactly."

Old Jin explained with a smile, "Because the Master of the Tower worshipped by the Tower Dwellers has a major characteristic: they actually don't care about the so-called 'subjects,' just the people they're interested in."

"Since the Butcher Tower ended up in your hands, it implies the Smiling Awakened One·Nan Jia, this Master of the Tower, is quite interested in you, willing to give you trials and rewards."

"If you can deal with those Tower Dwellers with ill intentions toward you, if the Master of the Tower gets pleased, it might even restore your Butcher Tower. So this is not only a crisis but also an opportunity that can't be easily found."

"Keep at it, girl, work to restore the Butcher Tower... believe me, the rewards it brings you will definitely not disappoint your efforts and trust."

"..."

Yun You was somewhat speechless.

She originally thought that the relationship between the Master of the Tower and the Tower Dwellers would be very close... with both complementing each other to create a dazzling civilized race.

But now it seems, that was just her overthinking it.

Those Masters of the Tower are just party-goers, completely uninterested in things like racial bonds and protective faith...

But on closer thought, it makes sense.

In this world, the strong aren't obligated to protect the weak.

The group of Apprentice Death Gods are such, and the Tower Dwellers probably are too.

"But Old Jin, do you really think your disciple can handle those Tower Dwellers (bleep)? And not get handled by them instead?"

"Of course, I'm immensely confident in my disciple, don't worry, once you've awakened, dealing with them will be like swatting at small fries, not difficult at all."

"Well... while I know you're just trying to comfort me, hearing such words is still quite reassuring."

Yun You smiled and stopped dwelling on the topic.

If what Old Jin said is true, then the matter with the Tower Dwellers indeed needs to be solved by her own efforts.

The opportunity to restore the Butcher Tower isn't something Yun You wants to pass up.

Just so happens the little girl has been itching for a fight lately... a chance for real combat can't be missed.

"But speaking of which, why can you say the Tower Dweller (bleep) name while I have to be censored?"

Yun You casually asked.

"Perhaps it's because my strength is greater, so in the Ethernet world my permissions are higher, allowing me to speak freely."

Old Jin also responded casually.

"Huh? Even the virtual network has such class hierarchy rules?"

The little girl widened her eyes.

"Indeed, where in this world is there a place without class distinction?"

Old Jin waved a hand, unlocking the private space.

"Come on, it's time to take you to the assessment."

He pointed to the big display screen sign marked [Apprentice Death God's Residence] in the distance, quietly saying, "There you will see the most distinct class distinctions..."

"It's a division between this world and another world, and also the dragon gate all the carp strive to leap over with all their might."

"Jump over it, girl... once you do, you will become a part of this world. Only those on that shore have the right to change this world."

"Mhm!"

Yun You nodded firmly. Although feeling a bit complex inside, in the end, she still took a step forward, following Old Jin resolutely into a world completely unfamiliar to her.

She needed the power of the Apprentice Death Gods, even if it's a power Yun You once despised, she wouldn't reject it as long as it would make her stronger...

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