The Stubborn Little Monk

"Young Master, it seems we're in trouble!" Yan Ruyu said, biting her lip with a serious expression.

Hua Qiang nodded, but his expression was also a little unpleasant.

He didn't mean to, he just wandered around this jade gambling site, opened a stone and attracted a powerful enemy.

That Tiger Clan is definitely not a good guy. Even though he left, he will surely intercept them somewhere.

It seems that my own strength is too weak, which is why I can be easily manipulated.

"Amitabha, benefactor, there is no need to worry too much. This humble monk is willing to act as your bodyguard and protect your safety."

However, in exchange, you must give me the Golden Cicada. What do you say?

Hua Qiang glanced at Heluomuni, his eyes flickered, and then a smile appeared on his face.

"Little monk, you've also set your sights on my Golden Cicada?"

Heluomuni blushed and lowered his head in embarrassment, but then he looked up at Hua Qiang again.

"Amitabha, benefactor, you should tell him that the Golden Cicada is a sacred object of our Buddha Kingdom."

As a member of the Buddha Kingdom, I have the responsibility and obligation to retrieve the sacred object and return it to the Buddha Kingdom!

"Benefactor, I won't take your things for nothing. I can be your bodyguard and accompany you to your destination. Moreover, you can set the time!"

"As long as you are satisfied, then give the Golden Cicada to this humble monk as payment... This is a very reasonable deal, and I believe you will not refuse!"

Hua Qiang didn't use his divine sense to probe the young novice's cultivation level, as that would be unfriendly. He casually Wen Dao, "What stage of cultivation have you reached?"

"Seventh Heaven of Star Sea Realm!"

Holy crap!

Hua Qiang cursed inwardly. This little novice monk looked to be only ten years old, yet he had already reached the Star Sea Realm.

Damn it, I'm only at the Starry Sky Realm right now. There are the Nebula Realm and the Galaxy Realm in between. When will I ever reach his level?

No, it seems I need to find more Starry Sky Realm level monsters to kill and gain Slaughter Points to quickly raise my level.

Otherwise, it would be very frustrating, as anyone could easily step on him.

He then Wen Dao, "What was the cultivation level of that Tiger Demon from before?"

"Star Sea and Heavenly Realm!"

Damn it, Hua Qiang felt a bit hopeless and very uncomfortable.

"Oh, so your cultivation level is a level higher than his. Are you confident you can deal with him and those Tiger Clan around him?"

The young novice hesitated for a moment, then nodded with a firm look in his eyes.

"Benefactor, if I do not perform the proper ritual, you do not need to pay me any reward. I will also have no face to ask for the sacred objects of my Buddha Kingdom for your sake."

Hua Qiang smiled. This little novice monk was quite stubborn, but he kind of liked that kind of personality.

"Little monk, I'm heading to the Time-Space Administration Bureau. I don't ask for much; just escort us both safely there, and our deal will be done."

"Ah?"

Heluomuni exclaimed in surprise, then a look of delight appeared on his face.

"Benefactor, what a coincidence! This humble monk is also heading to the Time-Space Administration Bureau. We can travel together!"

Hua Qiang's lips twitched slightly. Damn it, this is just a way to make some money off me on the way!

Well, now that he'd said it, he couldn't take it back.

"Cheng Han!"

"Oh, that's wonderful! Uh, thank you, benefactor!"

Heluomuni realized he had been a bit out of line, so he quickly put his hands together and solemnly thanked him.

"Don't thank me, this is a transaction between us. Remember, make sure we are both safe!"

Heluomuni nodded emphatically, "As long as I am here, I will not allow anyone to harm you, benefactor!"

With Heluomuni's assurance, Hua Qiang and Yan Ruyu relaxed and continued to stroll around the quarry.

Yan Ruyu opened several stones, each worth around 100 to 1000 yuan. She was lucky; aside from three times when she got nothing, she got something twice, including a hairpin that looked very pretty.

She quickly handed the hairpin to Hua Qiang, looking at him with expectant eyes.

Hua Qiang understood, affectionately pinched her small, delicate nose, and then tucked it into her hair bun.

This made her beautiful, and her smile never stopped. A mirror appeared in her hand, and she looked at herself from left to right, becoming happier and happier with each glance!

The young novice monk clasped his hands together, looking at the two of them with a serene expression, seemingly lost in thought.

Hua Qiang also made a few moves. Although they weren't as earth-shattering as before, he still reaped considerable rewards, including spiritual herbs and Spirit Fruit with spiritual Spiritual Qi, and even opened a Space-Time Fragment.

This thing is very useful for cultivation, but he doesn't need it.

After wandering around for half a day, the two lost interest and left the gambling stone market, preparing to continue their journey to the Time-Space Administration Bureau.

At their level, they basically don't need to eat or drink, unless they want to satisfy their cravings and fill their stomachs.

The young novice monk followed behind the two, already taking on the role of their bodyguard.

This city is a no-fly zone; no one is allowed to use aircraft inside.

The three of them walked towards the city gates. As soon as they left the city, they saw the Tiger Demon from before leading a group of the Tiger Clan blocking their way.

"Sir, they're here!"

The tiger monster next to Rotman saw Hua Qiang and the other two and immediately started shouting excitedly.

Rotman slapped him on the head and cursed, "You little bastard, didn't I see it?"

I'm not blind!

"Everyone, perk up! Capture them and get that treasure back!"

"Sir, he's just a nobody from the Space-Time Realm. We can capture him with ease!"

Besides, we've done this kind of thing more than once or twice; we definitely won't fail!

"Um!"

Rotman nodded, his eyes fixed on Hua Qiang, gleaming with malice.

Damn it, this little bastard dared to disobey him, making him lose face and embarrass him in front of everyone at the jade gambling market.

I'll skin him alive and tear him apart in a moment, so he'll know the consequences of offending me.

Upon seeing this Heluomuni immediately stepped forward, clasped his hands together in prayer before the Tiger Demon, and said, "Amitabha, Tiger Clan benefactor, may I ask what your purpose is in blocking our path?"

"Little monk, get out of my way, this is none of your business."

"That bastard messed with me, and I'm going to get my revenge today!"

"Amitabha, benefactor, please do me the honor of letting us pass today. I will be eternally grateful!"

"You son of a bitch, you little bald monk, you're asking for trouble. If you dare to utter another word, I'll beat you up too!"

Heluomuni's face twitched twice, but he still clasped his hands together and said, "Benefactor, one should be lenient when possible. A moment of forbearance brings calm, and a step back opens up a vast sky."

The Buddha said, "Do not deceive people too much!"

"I'll bully your mother my ass! When did Buddha Ancestor ever say that?"

"You son of a bitch, you dare meddle in my business? I'll beat you up!"

Rotman raised his hand and slapped him across the face.