Starting Cultivation in Wasteland-Chapter 475 - 347: I Even Committed Robbery

Qu Jianlei went to the discount shop, but calling it a shop is a bit of a stretch; it’s really just a spacious room.

In the room, there was a receptionist, a woman in her thirties with a cultivation level at the peak of C-level.

She sat behind the counter, which displayed only a dozen or so cultivation resources.

Each cultivation resource had only one piece, including Crystals familiar to Qu Jianlei, and there were also Qi Recovery Pills and Healing Medicine.

What surprised Qu Jianlei was the presence of C-level Crystals here.

But they were Exotic Beast Crystals, not Mutated Beast Crystals, certainly not from Garbage Star.

Qu Jianlei couldn’t help but secretly sigh, the Empire’s territory is truly vast, even the cultivation resources are varied.

These exhibits seem to be samples, with prices indicated below each sample.

Some had relatively fixed prices, like the Qi Recovery Pill, where one C-level Qi Recovery Pill cost only four hundred silver coins.

The B-level Qi Recovery Pill he received from Spirit Fox was priced at one thousand two.

There were also prices that weren’t fixed, like Crystals, because the quality varies, so there’s only a price range.

As for the price of Crystals, in Qu Jianlei’s view—it’s honestly not expensive!

A B-level Exotic Beast Crystal can sell for five or six thousand silver coins in Central City, but it’s about four thousand here.

However, according to Sofia, even this price is somewhat exaggerated.

The business guide harbored deep resentment towards Green Water City’s high living costs.

It’s not just a matter of high house prices, everything here is expensive, relatively speaking, house prices aren’t the issue.

If you think house prices are high, you can buy a house in a more remote area or build one yourself, which doesn’t cost much money.

The real issue is the high daily living costs. Adding up all sorts of expenses for the sisters, it easily breaks a thousand each month.

Specifically for the B-level Exotic Beast Crystals, they’re roughly only over three thousand elsewhere, but they’re four thousand here.

While not excessively expensive, only twenty percent more, these are consumables, and over time, it adds up to a terrifying figure.

Sofia heard this from others, although she wasn’t a Superpower Warrior, she was in the business guide profession.

In fact, most ordinary people have a sense of awe towards Superpower Warriors but still love to inquire about related news.

But Sofia also knows she can’t speak carelessly in such a setting, or else even the receptionist won’t spare her.

She could only lean close to Qu Jianlei’s ear and mumble softly.

Imperial people are generally short; she was nearly thirty centimeters shorter than Qu Jianlei and had to stand on tiptoe.

"Is this the market rate?" Qu Jianlei was a bit surprised after hearing it, but... this amount of money is nothing.

Yet he was still curious, "Why is there no A-level Crystal?"

The receptionist originally watched them vaguely, but upon hearing this, she couldn’t help but snort.

"Of course there are A-level ones, but they’re not something you have the qualification to see!"

She wasn’t intentionally arrogant; primarily, she was responsible for the distribution of affordable resources and was familiar with regular Superpower Warriors.

The two before her were unfamiliar faces, indicating they were here out of curiosity.

Such tourists could honestly observe, but making disrespectful remarks was unacceptable to her.

Qu Jianlei wasn’t interested in arguing with her, being a mere C-level.

However, Sofia wasn’t pleased; she knew Panda was also a Superpower Warrior,

Even though her client didn’t want publicity, she had to seize some brown-nosing opportunities.

So she too quietly snorted and muttered disdainfully, "No qualification..."

Her tone had a hint of provocation; the receptionist coldly glanced at her, "What do you want to say?"

In such a situation, Qu Jianlei had to speak, "Why are you, at the peak of C-level, taking issue with a young girl?"

"Oh?" The woman looked at him surprised, "You know me?"

She didn’t sense any energy fluctuations from him, suggesting he’s not a Superpower Warrior but heard of her from others.

"It’s my first time here," Qu Jianlei answered casually, "I don’t intend to argue with you."

His two consecutive statements hinted his cultivation level far exceeded hers.

The female receptionist obviously caught on, her brows furrowed slightly as she suspiciously looked at him, "Are you A-level?"

"Don’t pry," Qu Jianlei dismissively waved his hand, "If I explained it clearly... should I argue with you?"

Without revealing A-level identity, it’s just a casual verbal spar.

If he did reveal his identity, it wouldn’t end so easily—the audacity of a mere C-level to disrespect an A-level?

The female receptionist eyed him twice suspiciously, but ultimately said nothing.

It’s not that she’s timid, but she’s encountered numerous Superpower Warriors before, including several A-level big shots.

And among those high cultivation ones, some have no airs, while others are truly eccentric.

This one here looks young but carries an unusual demeanor and speaks confidently.

Pretending to be an A-level big shot here unless one were crazy, but he didn’t seem mentally unstable.

So she simply ignored it; to provoke immense trouble for herself over a verbal spat would be insane.

However, at this moment, a middle-aged man walked in from outside, looking quite authoritative.

He quickly spoke, "Natasha, I need to claim this month’s resources... They’ve arrived, right?"

"A-level resources... have arrived," the female receptionist glanced at Qu Jianlei intentionally or unintentionally, "Please wait a moment."

A-level resources? The middle-aged man raised a hint of suspicion upon hearing it; this wasn’t his first time purchasing resources at regular price.

Natasha, you emphasized this point in front of others, what do you mean?

He glanced at Qu Jianlei, his brows slightly furrowed, "What’s the matter, is there trouble?"

"No," Natasha shook her head. She didn’t want to stir anything, but with her people around, a little smirk wouldn’t hurt.

"This guest didn’t see the A-level resource display and thought we didn’t have any here."

The middle-aged man understood, the person in front of him probably said something excessive.

He looked the opponent up and down, unable to see any cultivation level.

Anyway, outsiders causing trouble here is definitely unacceptable. Warriors from Green Water City must uphold their hometown’s honor.

Moreover, Natasha is directly handling the resources. Whether superpower warriors can receive the resources timely depends on her operation.

This is why typical A-level individuals usually wouldn’t provoke this C-level.

The middle-aged man furrowed his brows but still spoke up, "Are you... deliberately causing trouble?"

Why on earth did I provoke anyone? Qu Jianlei felt a bit helpless.

He could understand the other’s feelings; just like on Blue Star, no matter how rich the client boss was, they’d still be polite to the contractor accountant.

Otherwise, a small accountant could easily set some obstacles, and the big boss would have a hard time.

But understanding doesn’t mean he can accept it—directly accusing him of causing trouble?

A cold glint flashed in his eyes. He flipped his wrist, and suddenly there were two A-level Crystals in his hand.

These were not Mutated Beast Crystals from Garbage Star but Exotic Beast Crystals obtained from old Ivan.

He spoke with a mocking smile, "Not only did I cause trouble, but I also snatched two A-level Crystals from you... So what now?"

"Damn," the middle-aged man understood instantly. The other party was truly angry.

Taking out two Exotic Beast Crystals, claiming to have robbed them from him, this could easily lead to a life-threatening situation!

What’s more dangerous is that the opponent has Storage Space!

He also wanted to save face and didn’t believe the opponent could definitely surpass him, but for such a trivial matter... is it worth it?

Several thoughts flashed rapidly, and the middle-aged man eventually waved his hand, indicating indifferently.

"I didn’t expect you to actually be A-level, your Qi Concealment is skillful... Watch your words next time." 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

"Are you teaching me what to do?" Qu Jianlei’s brow furrowed slightly. He couldn’t stand these people who act self-righteous without any reason.

Besides randomly accusing me, you tell me to watch my words. Is my presence really that annoying?

He snorted lightly, "Then I’ll wait for you, to see what resources you plan to take today!"

He honestly wanted to stay low-key, but enduring like this left him stuck in his thoughts.

As for the newly rented house and purchased items... they’re gone if they’re gone; he could just switch planets and live somewhere else.

"Huh?" The middle-aged man was also annoyed. He felt he had already conceded, but the opponent just wouldn’t let it go.

Being A-level now, who would want to put up with this nonsense? "What do you mean... planning to rob me?"

"I won’t rob, I’ll bet," Qu Jianlei tossed the Crystals in his hand, speaking expressionlessly.

"Tell me, how many of these Crystals can you take out, I’ll accompany you... preferably in a deathmatch."

"Are you crazy?" The middle-aged man rolled his eyes helplessly, "Just for a few words you want a life-and-death fight?"

Qu Jianlei waved his hand and spoke seriously, "It’s not about fighting to the death; it’s about me wanting to kill you... If you’re not convinced, feel free to try!"

The middle-aged man looked at him, hesitated for a moment, and ultimately said nothing more.

He turned to Natasha and spoke coldly, "What on earth is going on?"

He disliked this young man’s arrogance, but the opponent’s fearless behavior indeed made him a bit nervous.

Natasha, seeing the situation, couldn’t avoid realizing she’d truly hit a dead end today?

At this point, there was no use denying, as the shop had surveillance—playing it back would reveal everything clearly.

All she could do was ...