In Zhu Zhuqing's impression, Red-Level Quests ranked above Black Grade Quests and were even more difficult!
She hadn't expected Rongrong to complete a Red-Level Quest so quickly.
Happy, happy, happy!!
Zhu Zhuqing's affection for Ning Rongrong had reached 100 points, and she was sincerely happy for her.
"Rongrong, that's amazing! You completed a Red-Level Quest!!"
Zhu Zhuqing exclaimed happily. This time, she was the one who stepped forward first, pressing close to Ning Rongrong.
Feeling the warmth of her dear friend Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong blossomed with joy. She hugged Zhuqing tightly, and the two of them held each other close, laughing happily.
After the sisters, Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, had shared their joy for quite a while,
Li Haiyun stepped forward at just the right moment to congratulate her. "Congratulations! You completed a Red-Level Quest. That's great!"
"Hehe, thank you~" Ning Rongrong gave a gentle nod and replied warmly.
Then,
Ning Rongrong began telling Zhu Zhuqing all about the incredible features of her Red-Level Reward.
However, she didn't mention the quest's contents at all, worried that doing so would violate the rules governing the quest.
Hearing how amazing Ning Rongrong's Red-Level Reward was,
Zhu Zhuqing's seductive eyes lit up.
"Rongrong, this Experience Card really is a treasure!"
"At a critical moment, it can not only save our lives, but even help us turn the tables and defeat powerful Soul Masters and Soul Beasts!"
Zhu Zhuqing said excitedly.
She felt that she really hadn't chosen the wrong person to follow.
Leaving Shrek Academy with Ning Rongrong had indeed been an incredibly wise choice!!
At the same time,
Zhu Zhuqing thought that if she were still foolishly sitting around inside Shrek Academy, she would probably spend the rest of her life as a frog in a well, never becoming a true powerhouse.
She was glad she had left Shrek Academy with Ning Rongrong.
But
Zhu Zhuqing knew that, more than anything, Ning Rongrong had moved her with genuine affection.
That was why she had left with Ning Rongrong.
Thinking of this, Zhu Zhuqing felt even more grateful to Ning Rongrong and loved her dear friend all the more!
"That's right, Zhuqing! This Experience Card is a treasure!" Ning Rongrong nodded vigorously. "You protect me normally, and at a critical moment, I'll use the Experience Card to protect you!!"
"And with it, I can help you complete the two Black Grade Quests you have even more easily!"
Zhu Zhuqing nodded and replied firmly, "Okay, Rongrong. That's a great idea!"
Then,
The sisters, Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, chatted intimately for a while longer, treating Boss Li Haiyun as if he weren't an outsider at all.
Afterward,
Ning Rongrong took out the last Mission Card she had on her.
"This is my last Mission Card. I just happen to have an open quest slot right now."
"Boss Li, let's move a little closer. Maybe the quest I get this time will let you enjoy yourself!"
Ning Rongrong smiled sweetly as she spoke to Li Haiyun.
Oh my... you little girl, being so forward...
How am I supposed to refuse...?
Li Haiyun thought to himself. He couldn't help stepping closer to Ning Rongrong, then teased her gently, "Rongrong, you're so good to me. Well, I won't stand on ceremony, then!"
"Hehe!" Ning Rongrong chuckled mischievously.
Immediately afterward,
She held the Mission Card in her left hand and sent a wisp of Soul Power toward it with her right.
In an instant,
Black writing appeared on the Mission Card. It was a Black Grade Quest!
Quest Level: [Black Grade] Quest Content: [Assistance Quest and Withdrawal Quest. 1—Help your dear friend Zhu Zhuqing perfectly complete the two Black Grade Quests concerning Dai Mubai that she has. 2—In front of everyone, tell Flender, the dean of Shrek Academy, that you are withdrawing from the academy of your own accord, not being suspended by it!] Quest Nature: [Known only to yourself and your dear friend Zhu Zhuqing] Quest Reward: [Random Black Grade Reward] Note: [You must complete both "1—Assistance Quest" and "2—Withdrawal Quest" to complete this Black Grade Quest and receive a random Black Grade Reward!]
Looking at the black writing on the Mission Card,
Ning Rongrong's delicate body tensed, and dazzling light gleamed in her beautiful eyes.
Chapter 30: The Sisters Learn How to Give a Foot Soak
Ning Rongrong truly hadn't expected to receive another Black Grade Quest.
After all, her previous Black Grade Quest had transformed her Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda into the Eight Treasures Glazed Pagoda!
Black Grade Quests were terrifying indeed!
More importantly, the contents of this Black Grade Quest were right up Ning Rongrong's alley.
"Help Zhu Zhuqing complete the quest to teach Dai Mubai a lesson, then announce my withdrawal in front of Dean Flender!"
"These two quests are exactly what I want to do!!"
"Even if I hadn't received this Black Grade Quest, I would've done both of these things!"
"I got a Black Grade Quest reward for free. This is amazing!"
"Ahahaha!"
Ning Rongrong was overjoyed, her face glowing with a radiant smile.
Seeing how happily Ning Rongrong was laughing, Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help smiling too. She asked softly, "Rongrong, what quest did you get? You look so happy."
"My quest can only be known to me and you, Zhuqing. Here, take a look at the Mission Card!"
Ning Rongrong said with a smile, handing the Mission Card to Zhu Zhuqing.
Then Ning Rongrong glanced at Li Haiyun and teased him. "Boss Li, don't peek, or the Mission Card will become invalid!"
Li Haiyun shrugged and said with a smile, "Don't worry. I'm a man of principle. I won't peek."
"Then would you look at it openly?" Ning Rongrong asked.
"Uh, no, of course not!" Li Haiyun shook his head and replied.
"Oh, good. Now I'm relieved!" Ning Rongrong nodded, looking reassured.
That little Rongrong was so mischievous and amusing...
It was just a shame she was so young, only twelve...!
Zhu Zhuqing quickly finished reading the quest on the Mission Card, then said with a smile, "Rongrong, this quest is pretty good."
"It seems Heaven wills it. Our sisters really are meant to work together and complete these quests!"
Ning Rongrong nodded vigorously and said solemnly, "That's right. Let's complete these quests properly, then grow stronger!"
Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong spoke in a private code, assuming Li Haiyun wouldn't understand, so they didn't mind whether he was there or not.
In fact,
Li Haiyun knew everything that was going on. He silently wished them well in his heart: "Rongrong, Zhuqing, I hope you complete your quests perfectly, stay away from Dai Mubai, and leave Shrek Academy behind!"
Then,
Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing chatted for a while longer.
Li Haiyun quietly listened nearby, playing the third wheel.
After discussing things in depth, the sisters decided to start with the easiest quests.
The easiest one was Zhu Zhuqing's Purple Grade Quest: helping Li Haiyun with his before-bed foot soak for three consecutive days!
After they completed the "foot-soaking" quest,
Zhu Zhuqing would use another Mission Card to receive her third quest.
If this new third quest proved difficult,
then
Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong would go to Shrek Academy and complete the quests concerning teaching Dai Mubai a lesson and withdrawing from the academy!
Now that Ning Rongrong had an Experience Card for the Ice Dragon King's Titled Douluo cultivation, she was completely fearless and not the least bit flustered.
Still, Ning Rongrong wanted to save this Experience Card for teaching Flender and Zhao Wuji a lesson.
As for Dai Mubai,
he wasn't worthy of Ning Rongrong using this Experience Card on him. Using it on him would be like taking a sledgehammer to crack a nut.
Once Zhu Zhuqing completed the "foot-soaking" quest, she would have two thousand-year Purple Grade Soul Rings, along with a fused thirty-thousand-year left leg bone and a sixty-thousand-year right leg bone.
Ning Rongrong believed Zhu Zhuqing could definitely cross a whole realm and defeat Dai Mubai.
And even if she couldn't, Ning Rongrong's Eight Treasures Glazed Pagoda could boost Zhuqing from the sidelines. That would surely be enough!
And so,
Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong finalized all their plans for what came next.
After a while,
Now clear about their plans for the future, Ning Rongrong took the initiative to say goodbye to Li Haiyun. "Boss Li, Zhuqing and I are going shopping first. We'll learn some foot-soaking techniques while we're at it!"
"Hehe, we'll come give you a before-bed foot soak tonight!"
"We're putting in so much effort, so you have to give us a 'best' rating!"
Ning Rongrong said with a cheerful grin, looking adorable.
Li Haiyun's heart melted. He nodded repeatedly and replied warmly, "All right. You're certainly putting in the effort!"
"I'll get to enjoy myself again tonight. Keep up the good work, and I'll give you the best rating!"
Ning Rongrong nodded and said gently, "Mm-hmm, got it!"
Beside her, Zhu Zhuqing also gave a slight nod and said softly, "Boss Li, we'll see you later!"
"Good! Good! Good!" Li Haiyun beamed, saying "good" three times. He was really looking forward to tonight's "before-bed foot soak."
After saying goodbye,
Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing helped clear the dishes and cups scattered across the table, then left.
Li Haiyun returned to his shop and continued his business.
Or rather, he called it business, but there weren't any Soul Masters buying Mission Cards at all.
So he had no choice but to lie back in his rocking chair and rest.
Meanwhile, the sisters, Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing, began strolling along Suotuo City's busiest commercial street.
They also kept an eye out for wellness centers that offered massages and foot soaks.
Before long, the sisters found a wellness center called Immortal Floating Club.
After paying the steep price of one Gold Soul Coin,
Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong began learning the basic knowledge and techniques of "foot-soak wellness."