Chapter 505
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Chapter 505: Don’t Go Crazy Here
[Event has ended]
[Reward obtained: Kua Fu image.]
The third phase of the four-phase puppet had been unsealed, yet its true purpose remained unclear. Bai Wei knew it would take time to explore its potential.
Kua Fu—one of the most famous legends in history. The tale of Kua Fu chasing the sun was legendary. Yet, “Kua Fu” wasn’t just a name; it represented an ancient race.
The Book of Mountains and Seas – Overseas North Classic recorded:
“The nation of Bo Fu lies east of Nie Er. Its people are giants, holding a green snake in their right hand and a yellow snake in their left. To the east lies Deng Lin, with its two towering trees. These people are also known as Bo Fu.”
In other words, Kua Fu was the name of an ancient giant tribe. The Kua Fu who chased the sun and the Kua Fu who aided Chi You in battle were both members of this tribe, but they were not the same individual.
So, the Kua Fu image—a giant?
Bai Wei imagined himself transforming, growing enormous. It wasn’t a natural transformation, but something akin to a scene from Anger of Asura—a game where a pudgy character undergoes a striking metamorphosis.
“We’ll figure it out later,” Bai Wei muttered, his curiosity about the final phase of the puppet piqued. His mind wandered, guessing at its origin and the world from which it came. But for now, it would remain an enigma, waiting to be unraveled.
The cart trundled forward, the driver pulling diligently. After leaving Qingyang City, the roads smoothed out, making for an uneventful journey.
Two days passed quickly. Despite Murong Nu’s initial insistence on parting ways, she stayed true to her word, escorting them toward Xiangyang City.
With three days left to reach their destination, Nalan Qingshu proposed slowing the pace. It wasn’t just about reaching Xiangyang City quickly—they were waiting for a crucial letter.
Thus, they halted in a nearby town, choosing to stay for an extra day while awaiting the information.
With a rare day of leisure, Bai Wei thought he could finally rest, but his hopes were dashed when the women announced their plans.
“Let’s go shopping!”
At those words, Bai Wei’s face soured. The thought of joining them filled him with dread, yet his protests were futile.
“Husband, what are you waiting for?” Nalan Qingshu called, leaning against the door frame.
Feigning disinterest, Bai Wei sat cross-legged, pretending he was already offline. But Murong Nu, sipping tea beside him, dealt a decisive blow.
“Great idea! I’ve been stuck in the carriage for days. Bai, you’re coming too.”
“I don’t want to go,” Bai Wei said flatly.
“You have to,” Murong Nu replied. “Who else will protect us all?”
“Can’t you split into smaller groups?” Bai Wei countered.
“Why should girls shop in batches? Do you boys split up at the arcade?”
Annoyed by their persistence, Bai Wei relented.
“Fine,” he grumbled. “But don’t expect me to enjoy it.”
Dragged along, Bai Wei soon found himself surrounded by the women. Each seemed to radiate beauty, but their non-human nature added an unusual twist to the outing.
Hours passed as they wandered from shop to shop, their endless energy a stark contrast to Bai Wei’s dwindling patience.
This torment reminded him of his days as a prince, forced to study relentlessly, copy texts, and grade assignments. Those nights were long and grueling, filled with the kind of exhaustion he now relived.
The women’s antics, though lighthearted, often pushed Bai Wei to his limit. When Nalan Qingshu playfully clung to his arm, Chao Lu frowned, clearly disapproving.
“Let go,” Chao Lu said, her voice stern. “This is improper.”
“It’s just acting!” Nalan Qingshu laughed, refusing to release her grip. “My husband doesn’t seem to mind. Do you, my dear?”
“Yes, I do!” Bai Wei snapped, trying to shake her off.
Despite his protests, the women only doubled down, each vying for his attention in their unique way. It was like watching children fight over a favorite toy, only far more chaotic.
Meanwhile, their loyal cart driver—the Pansilk Cave Lord—watched from afar.
Having lived for centuries, the
monster thought it had seen
everything. Yet, observing this
strange group, it realized how
inexperienced it truly was.
“This… this is beyond me,” it
muttered, shaking its head.
Despite its initial doubts about
accompanying them, the
Pansilk Cave Lord now felt a
sense of purpose. Becoming
their reliable driver seemed
like a noble pursuit.
Chewing on a piece of iron ore,
it vowed to continue serving
them faithfully. After all, even a
powerful spider could strive to
improve and redeem itself.
Far away, in Europa, a dragon
maiden rolled across the floor
in frustration.
“I can’t take it anymore!” she
cried. “I need replenishment—
right now, immediately!”
Her outburst, though distant,
seemed to echo Bai Wei’s own
frustrations as he trudged
forward with the women.
Another day, another challenge
—but such was life in this
strange, fantastical world.
