Shuichi's arrival was reassuring to Lu PingAn.
It was not because of recognition from the "upper circles." What reassured him was that even a treasure like a "fragment" was still merely an "item" to true top-tier powerhouses.
It was precious, but not precious enough for a demigod—or at least an extraordinary demigod like Shuichi—to disregard the rules and seize it outright.
"Social order and the circles within the Forest Goddess Church still exist."
Though he came from a peaceful society, Lu PingAn had never held overly high expectations for human morality. Given enough profit, even true law enforcers could fall into corruption, let alone the loose rabble before him.
Lu PingAn could tell that Shuichi's indifference was not an act put on while waiting to reap the harvest. He might have misjudged her, but the trust of the other demigods and eighth-rankers was right there.
"Your Excellency Xiu Yi, there are some things I'd like to know about the fragments."
But when Lu PingAn tried asking about anything else, he received no response at all.
It was as if the avatar before him was nothing more than a simple tool.
That actually reassured Lu PingAn somewhat. After all, being watched by a major figure was uncomfortable too.
"Let's focus on what's in front of us first."
With the help of that network, locating the Rebirth Merchant Guild's Big Ship became effortless.
Lu PingAn only browsed for two days before learning their probable direction and location from information such as, "The Big Ship has arrived. Anyone with shopping needs can go take a look."
With a new target confirmed, they naturally set out to rendezvous with it.
"Everyone, keep enjoying your vacation for another two days."
But Lu PingAn's Courtyard had once again reached a critical point where it needed to