The Mayor's Commission

"No, it's fine. Fu Hua, are you alright?"

Caesar asked, concerned.

"I just remembered some unpleasant memories, but don't worry, I'm fine."

After speaking, Fu Hua's gaze shifted to Pompey and the others on the opposite side of the chasm.

"My apologies, Overlord. As you can see, your subordinates were the ones who fired at me first."

"Cough... I understand, Miss Fu Hua. I sincerely apologize for my lack of discipline. Fortunately, your strength is extraordinary."

"I have temporarily leased the usage rights to some areas of Taixu Mountain to the Children of Calydonian.

I ask for your understanding, but I welcome you all to the trade areas that will be opened later."

"However, if there is any disrespectful behavior like before, do not blame me."

"Understood. Thank you, Miss Fu Hua, for your magnanimous forgiveness of our disrespect."

The backstabber behind them had already wet himself from fear.

He looked at the bottomless chasm before him, its length stretching to an unseen distance.

Was this truly something a human could do?

Just then, from behind them, Hoshimi Miyabi, who had arrived at some unknown time, spoke slowly.

"Teacher, thank you for your hospitality. I'll be going now, but I'll visit again next time."

Instantly, all eyes turned to the suddenly appearing Hoshimi Miyabi.

Isn't that the youngest Void Hunter, Hoshimi Miyabi?!

What did she just call Fu Hua? Teacher!?

"Mhm, I still have things to handle here. Safe travels."

Without turning around, Fu Hua waved her hand.

Many people behind Pompey gasped.

They had already been terrified by the punch Fu Hua had casually thrown, and now they saw a Void Hunter calling her teacher.

This wasn't kicking a steel plate; this was kicking a nuclear bomb!

"Cough, cough. In that case, we won't disturb Sect Master Fu Hua and your work. Farewell."

"Mhm, farewell."

Watching them leave in disarray after arriving with such imposing presence, Lucy burst into laughter.

"Hahaha! This is the first time I've seen them look like this, it's hilarious."

"While Fu Hua looks cool like this, I still prefer it when you transform into a fire bird!"

"Want to do it again, Fu Hua?"

Bernice happily approached Fu Hua.

"By the way, why didn't they take Morse with them?"

"Caesar! Do you even hear what you're saying?"

Lucy gave Caesar a speechless, sideways glance.

"Hi, hi. Boss, Morse has been squeezed into tomato juice by Fu Hua.

How are we supposed to take him back?"

Paipai said with a smile, but his tone remained lazy.

"That's quite an apt description... but this guy's always causing trouble for us, so it's probably for the best that he's gone."

Mr. Lucy said speechlessly, looking at the pig recently, then seriously.

With Fu Hua's suppression and Hoshimi Miyabi's unseen assistance.

It was likely that no one on the Outer Ring of Taixu Mountain, except for the Void, would dare to disturb them again.

As a result, over the next few days.

Everyone's work proceeded smoothly.

Simple wooden houses had already been built on the open ground in front of the archway at the foot of the mountain.

Around them, many farmlands were taking shape.

Even next to the chasm Fu Hua had created, a small river had been dug.

It was channeled all the way to a pond behind Taixu Mountain.

"Now, our food problem should not be a major shortage in the future.

And besides oil, we can also sell agricultural products as exports."

Lucy stood on a rock halfway up the mountain, observing the area below.

She recorded the accounts in her notebook.

"Hey, hey! Look what I found—"

Suddenly, Bernice's voice came from behind them.

Lucy and Paipai went to the source of the sound.

They saw a statue resembling Fu Hua standing tall, with a temple that looked like it was used for worship behind it.

If you can't find the book by its title, try searching for the author. Maybe they just changed the name!

"This, this couldn't be Fu Hua, could it?"

Bernice leaned in to examine it.

"Silly Bernice, it's obvious it is," Lucy retorted.

After her complaint, Lucy walked to the front of the temple, looking at the ancient script on it.

"A wisp of Phoenix's Taixu Sword, an Inch Punch in the palm can split the heavens."

"Where the heart lies is the jianghu, the Chi Yuan temple holds the Chi Yuan immortal."

"What does that mean, Lucy?"

"It's clearly describing Fu Hua. Considering her strength, it's not surprising she's an immortal."

"What! She's really an immortal? Hehehe, I can't believe after living so long, I'd actually meet an immortal."

Paipai was startled at first, then chuckled.

"Does this mean we'll all live to be a hundred?"

"No, no. From now on, after I finish my deliveries, I'll have to visit Taixu Sect more often."

"Maybe I'll even get lucky and absorb some of its blessings."

"Paipai, don't be superstitious!"

"Why are you blaming me? We've met a real immortal, and you're still talking about science with me?"

"Oh? This temple is still here?"

Behind the three, Fu Hua walked over slowly.

"Fu Hua! Are you really the immortal here!?"

Bernice excitedly blurted out as she approached.

The other two also looked at her nervously.

Hearing this, Fu Hua waved her hand and said calmly, "Don't mind it. This is just a title given by others to thank me for my help and to praise me.

I'm not truly an immortal, just a slightly stronger ordinary person."

Bernice didn't think much of it, but Paipai and Lucy behind her stared with wide, confused eyes.

Is she really just 'slightly stronger'?

Your casual punch cracked the Outer Ring's territory.

"So that's how it is? Hehehe, shall we have a few drinks tonight then?"

"No thank you, Bernice. It's best to have these things in moderation."

"Aww~ Okay, okay. I actually developed a new recipe today, so I guess I'll just enjoy it myself."

"Mm, right Lucy, is the progress below going smoothly?"

"Don't worry, Fu Hua. In a few months, our income will double.

Because these foods are also scarce for other mechanist races. Not only will we earn money from the Inner Ring residents,"

"We'll also earn a fortune from the Outer Ring's oil."

Nodding, Fu Hua smiled.

"That's good. I'm returning to the mountain gate. You all carry on,"

"Okay."

"Lucy, we need to build a transport team. Right now, it's just me and two colleagues pulling carts.

We definitely won't have enough manpower later."

Paipai suggested.

"Mm, transportation is indeed a problem. I'll arrange it."

"Then my child's engine... it's a bit sick. Can you arrange a new one for me~?"

"Understood, I'll consider it. I just finished repairing Caesar's car recently, so I'm out of funds."

"Got it."

Upon returning to Taixu Sect, Fu Hua received a message from Lycaon.

Lycaon: Miss Fu Hua, [Master] has a mission.

Lycaon: He assigned you to go, is it convenient now?

Fu Hua: Master refers to?

Lycaon: Hmm... the Mayor of New Eridu.

Lycaon: I apologize, due to certain factors, I cannot reveal too much to you.

Fu Hua: Understood, when?

Lycaon: Before 5 PM tomorrow, can you come to Victoria Housekeeping?

Fu Hua: No problem.

Lycaon: Well, we'll meet and discuss in detail then.

Fu Hua: Okay.