Nine-to-Five Clocking In!

Jade Rabbit Clan, residence.

Dressed in white, Qin Xi wore a bamboo hat and carried a bamboo basket on his back as he strolled leisurely through the area.

Compared to the fighting and killing outside, this Pure Land was far more peaceful. There was no clamor of conflict, only tranquil serenity.

"Good morning, Valley Master."

"Valley Master, are you going to the fish pond to catch fish today?"

"Me, me, me! I have two river fish I just caught. Valley Master, take them and make some soup."

"..."

Within the Heavenly Dao Dojo, Qin Xi's prestige was unmatched.

Every Jade Rabbit that had yet to take human form would show a look of reverence upon seeing Qin Xi, taking the initiative to offer their finest possessions to this approachable Big Boss.

Having lived in the Heavenly Dao Dojo for several hundred years, the Jade Rabbit Clan had all received the Valley Master's grace.

He had given them a stable place to live and provided Merit Ingredients every day, allowing them to leap from insignificant little demons into Great Monsters at the Taiyi Golden Immortal level, granting them the ability to protect themselves.

"No need. Keep them for yourselves."

Qin Xi adjusted his bamboo hat and replied with a smile.

He liked this feeling. Though he could not cultivate endlessly like other innate beings and possess the power to decide all things, this life filled with the warmth of the Human Realm was not bad either.

"Hmm?"

It was as if he had sensed a familiar being drawing near.

It was neither a member of the Jade Rabbit Clan nor any livestock raised by the Heavenly Dao Dojo, but a scorching presence.

In an instant, Qin Xi's body became hazy and ethereal. He fell forward, and his vision gradually blurred.

"Valley Master Brother, what's wrong?"

Yu Xue caught Qin Xi.

His previously indistinct figure immediately regained solidity.

Her dark green pupils unconsciously swept over Qin Xi's eyes. His originally dark, profound gaze now faintly emitted a mysterious Hongmeng hue. Even a Great Luo Golden Immortal's composure seemed as though it would have its soul torn away in an instant.

"I suddenly felt a little dizzy."

"..."

Once he had steadied himself, Qin Xi shook his head and said.

This strange phenomenon had been happening more and more often lately. He would occasionally lose consciousness for a while.

When Yu Xue looked into Qin Xi's eyes again, they had returned to their dark and profound state. If not for the sensation of her soul nearly being pulled away, she would have wondered whether she had seen something wrong earlier.

"Let's go fishing."

[Ding, 'Primordial Great Expert' has started a livestream. Group members, please come watch.]

[...]

As long as he started a livestream, he could receive a certain reward.

An ordinary being like him, without cultivation or magical treasures, had to work hard as well.

He did not expect to ascend in one step and become an expert at the level of a Great Luo Golden Immortal or Quasi-Sage. Still, he should at least gain a little cultivation, preferably paired with some handsome magical treasures. Every young man dreamed of flying on a sword.

Nine-to-Five Admiral: "Has the Group Leader started a livestream? Here to watch from the front row."

Kaguya's Young Lady: "Aren't you an admiral? Don't you need to handle military affairs? Why are you chatting in the group every day?"

Nine-to-Five Admiral: "This old man is just an elderly fellow. I can't work anymore. Usually, drinking tea and slacking off is enough. Let the newcomers handle catching pirates. Clocking in for a Nine-to-Five job is the good life."

Istar Battle Spirit: "..."

Unreliable God of Ninja World: "Hahaha! Isn't that exactly like me after retirement?"

Forever Seventeen-Year-Old Girl [Administrator]: "Two retired old men with nothing to do but chat in the group every day. I really envy you."

Neeko: "Isn't the person above also a retired old auntie?"

[Ding, 'Neeko' has been muted by an administrator for ten minutes.]

[Administrator Announcement: Please do not bring up age-related topics, or I'll accept bounty missions from your worlds and have a real-life PK match with you.]

Yukari Yakumo held a folding fan in her hand, her expression stiff.

To put an end to this unhealthy trend, she simply issued a group announcement. That way, newcomers joining the group later would also see this prohibition and would not violate it so casually.

Ordinary members could not attack one another, but Administrators and the Group Leader possessed special privileges.

If anyone violated it again, Yukari Yakumo would not mind stretching her limbs and personally teaching certain uncouth fellows a lesson.

"Shh! Look, what did I find?"

"There's a wild Seven-Colored Goldfish here. We can try to catch it."

"With this size, it'll be enough for me to eat for several days. It's packed with spiritual energy and nutrients—absolutely top-tier cuisine."

"But wild Seven-Colored Goldfish aren't easy to catch. Let's slowly approach it from behind and be careful not to make any sound."

"..."

The moment Qin Xi spotted the plump Seven-Colored Goldfish, his eyes lit up.

It seemed today's lunch was settled.

Picking up a wooden stick, he carefully edged closer. His soul seemed to have completely merged with heaven and earth; even Yu Xue, standing beside him, could no longer sense Qin Xi's presence...