Moving House
Although what they'd done was underhanded, they were quick to bend with the wind. The new team leader, who had just taken office, immediately called to apologize, making it clear that they had absolutely no intention of antagonizing Xu Huo. They only wanted to make amends for their previous behavior as best they could—and besides, the painted woman hadn't asked for much.
Perhaps they thought that saying only this might offend Xu Huo, so they cautiously added that they did want to build a good friendship with the painted woman, but even so, they would never try to drive a wedge between her and Xu Huo.
The Special Defense Department had learned to behave itself.
"The Special Defense Department used to treat players with contempt and now they're all deferential. Don't you think that could backfire?"
There was a brief silence on the other end of the phone before the caller replied, "There are very few players like you, Mr. Xu."
After a pause, the caller added, "The Special Defense Department has arranged a suitable place for you to live. When would it be convenient for you to move, Mr. Xu?"
Most of their belongings at home had already been packed. Xu Huo didn't have much to take, so after discussing it with Father Xu, he decided they could move today.
Meng Cun obviously couldn't move with them, so Xu Huo gave him a Ticket and told him to go to District 011 first. The painted woman would go with him.
Meng Cun was nearing the monthly Dungeon deadline, while Xu Huo still had to stay in District 014 for a few more days, so he had him leave first.
"Once you arrive in District 011, someone will help you suspend your Player status."
"Do they have terminal