Starting Cultivation in Wasteland-Chapter 531 - 401: Laying Low

For Granny Jia, those who have only reached Supreme for thirty or forty years are new Supremes, considered juniors.

However, when Qu Jianlei heard the three words "Garbage Star," he immediately reacted, "Kushnier?"

Granny Jia nodded, "It seems that’s the name, it’s too hard to remember... Do you know him?"

Qu Jianlei also nodded, at this point, he saw no need to deny, "Knowing a few Supremes is normal, right?"

In Divine Land, mingling in the community, it’s said you have to memorize the hero list. Is it wrong for him to know the names of a few Supremes in the Imperial?

Granny Jia didn’t doubt this point, she spoke seriously, "The pressure from both directions, the Government on Star No. 2 can’t handle it."

Qu Jianlei’s expression changed a couple of times, finally sighing, "Alright, thank you, Granny Jia, for letting me know."

What Granny Jia wanted to hear wasn’t a "thank you," she asked gravely, "What are you planning to do?"

What am I planning to do? Qu Jianlei looked at her thoughtfully, "Take it one step at a time, Granny Jia, do you have any suggestions?"

It’s not that he’s being stubborn, but apart from acting according to circumstances, he couldn’t think of any preventative measures.

He cherished his current life and didn’t want to give up just like that, but the three forces involved in this matter were beyond his capabilities to shake.

Granny Jia asked bluntly, "You don’t want to give up your current life, right?"

"That’s right," Qu Jianlei nodded without hesitation, "These days hiding away in the library have been really wonderful."

"I figured," Granny Jia didn’t hide it, "In that case, I can give you some advice."

"Thank you," Qu Jianlei didn’t refuse, obviously, the old lady was prepared and wasn’t just there to deliver a message.

However, he still emphasized one thing, "For your advice, what should I offer in return?"

Granny Jia waved her hand, "It’s just a suggestion, why talk about cost? A few days ago you answered my questions and didn’t ask for anything."

This doesn’t seem right, does it? Qu Jianlei weakly said, "Granny Jia, the free stuff is the most expensive... It’s better if you name a price."

"The free stuff is the most expensive?" Granny Jia chewed over these words, finding some truth in them.

But she was still annoyed, "I already said no charge! If you insist on being so distant, then forget it!"

Qu Jianlei gave a wry smile, "I really don’t like owing people, and Granny Jia, you’re the same, right?"

"I didn’t say you owe me," Granny Jia answered straightforwardly, "You’re overthinking it."

"If it’s not a matter of owing..." Qu Jianlei nodded, "Granny Jia, go ahead."

He guessed some of the old lady’s thoughts, but since she emphasized no personal debts, he’s willing to adapt to the situation.

Anyway, hold onto her words for now, as for what to do later... Just take it one step at a time.

Granny Jia didn’t mind, "I suggest you now... go out and lie low for a bit."

Lie low... This idea is certainly not wrong, but Qu Jianlei smiled helplessly, "Do you have any other suggestions?"

"It’s not convenient for you," Granny Jia understood well, "Don’t want to be entangled with trouble?"

Qu Jianlei answered helplessly, "I naturally attract trouble."

Granny Jia laughed at this, "I also attract trouble... Outstanding people will always encounter various troubles."

Qu Jianlei, hearing this, gave a thumbs up, "Granny Jia, what you said couldn’t be more true."

He truly felt this way, having been told too many times that he attracts negativity, it’s the first time he heard it’s because he’s too outstanding.

Granny Jia listened and laughed, "So, should I help you find a place to lie low?"

Is she trying to trap me? This was Qu Jianlei’s first thought.

But he didn’t think the old lady would be that devious, "Wouldn’t that be too difficult?"

"Do you think it’s difficult to trap you?" The old lady gave him a sidelong glance, "If you’re not comfortable, you can continue to stay in the library."

Qu Jianlei indeed didn’t take the bait easily, he wouldn’t fall for a low-level provocation but wouldn’t tolerate misunderstandings from those who have helped him.

So he answered calmly, "At worst, I can’t read quietly, you go ahead and plan, Granny Jia."

He only said to let the old lady plan, but he didn’t say he would definitely follow the plan.

"I’m not making plans for you," Granny Jia turned and left, "Someone will contact you later, see if it suits you."

Is that so? Qu Jianlei shook his head, he understood Granny Jia’s intentions clearly—she just wanted to sell a favor.

There’s nothing strange about buying if there’s selling, and if the price is right, he’s not opposed to accepting it.

Anyway, there’s no need to think too much about it now, the old lady is very wise, let’s see how she arranges it.

However, after receiving this warning, he felt a bit uneasy during work in the afternoon.

With pressure coming down from the Military, he expected to face stricter scrutiny.

But Kushnier... why look for Black Heaven? Qu Jianlei couldn’t quite understand.

The death of Meng Ningge was indeed somewhat related to him, but only Youyou knew the inside story.

He didn’t believe Youyou would betray him, and if Kushnier were really able to find Youyou, he would probably act on her directly.

Everyone on that starship could prove that Youyou was one of the main reasons for Meng Ningge’s suicide.

Qu Jianlei felt that, in any case, Kushnier had no reason to look for him.

But undeniably, if the other side really wants to vent their anger on me, it does seem reasonable,

He’s pondering how to face the pressure that’s coming. Suddenly, a figure flashes by the door as Zi Jiu Immortal walks in.

"Hello," she greets Qu Jianlei, "I heard you’re planning to take a trip out?" 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Qu Jianlei gives her a puzzled look, then nods, "I do have that plan, do you have any suggestions?"

"I recently plan to make a trip to Star No. 4," Zi Jiu Immortal says seriously, "The academy has sponsored it..."

Star No. 4 is the newest residential star in the Hope Star Realm, and the academy there hasn’t been established for long.

Teachers from other academies in the same star realm frequently visit there to offer support.

This time, Zi Jiu Immortal’s assignment is a support task, but it’s pretty flexible with a high degree of freedom.

She came to find Qu Jianlei because the library at that academy also hasn’t been built for long.

The library hasn’t requested support, but taking a professional over still makes sense.

Zi Jiu Immortal applied to the academy. Anyway, as a professor, she can bring two assistants along.

Qu Jianlei is somewhat stunned, that works too? "I’m not from your academy though."

Zi Jiu Immortal responds crisply, "The academy can temporarily employ specialized talent."

So that’s how it is... after thinking it over, Qu Jianlei replies, "Thank you, but, aren’t you busy with your project?"

Zi Jiu Immortal hesitates before answering, "This won’t affect it; the old dean has already expressed support for me."

Just from seeing her hesitance, Qu Jianlei realizes, "You’re not applying temporarily to support that, are you?"

Zi Jiu Immortal pauses for a moment, then laughs, "Since you asked... it’s my great-grandma who suggested I go now."

Qu Jianlei rolls his eyes helplessly at her words, owing a favor now, "What do I need to contribute?"

"That’s no big deal," Zi Jiu Immortal replies casually, "I already had an assistance task, just adjusted the time a bit."

But Qu Jianlei is somewhat particular, furrowing his brow, "The project will be somewhat impacted, won’t it?"

"Not really," Zi Jiu Immortal is straightforward, "Don’t mind it too much."

"Fine," after considering for a moment, Qu Jianlei agrees. She was so forthright; he couldn’t be petty, right?

The next day, he went to Green Water Academy to handle temporary employment procedures.

The procedure was easy to handle, directly dealing with Zi Jiu Immortal, and leaving the academy coordination to the lady professor.

Before noon, everything was handled smoothly, efficiency was quite high.

After handling the procedures, Qu Jianlei could enjoy a daily fifty silver coins professional talent subsidy.

Additionally, there’s a daily thirty coins travel expense, totaling eighty coins.

Thinking about his four hundred a month at the library, even if Qu Jianlei wasn’t particularly focused on money, he was a bit speechless.

Next, he went to the library to take leave, taking two months off.

This leave was quite long, even alerting the director Kadani.

Knowing he’s a Modified Warrior, Kadani was still somewhat troubled, "If you make such arrangements, the library will have to recruit more staff."

Qu Jianlei presented the temporary employment paperwork from Green Water Academy, silently passing it over.

The director took a look at the terms and had nothing more to say, "Alright, return quickly then."

The next morning, Qu Jianlei and Zi Jiu Immortal boarded the starship heading to Star No. 4.

However, inspections had become much stricter, with passenger flight departing involving an extra layer of control.

Luckily, Zi Jiu Immigrant’s assistance task allowed them to use the fast track.

Soon after boarding the starship, the two entered a two-person cabin, akin to a business class flight on Blue Star.

The cabin had two Life Support Pods. Before the starship actually set sail, Qu Jianlei fiddled with them, making preparations to enter.

At that moment, someone pushed the door open, and a crisp female voice followed.

"From afar, you looked like you... tell me, do you still need to enter the Life Support Pod?"

Qu Jianlei had already noticed the person, replying without looking up, "Better safe than sorry, is there anything wrong with that?"

The female voice continues, "Interstellar travel is very safe, unless you run into a large-scale Star Thief."

Qu Jianlei couldn’t help but lift his head to look at the person, "C’mon, can’t we talk about something lucky?"

The person opposite was none other than Supreme’s daughter Xiang Xue, accompanied by her B-level female bodyguard.

She blinked her big eyes and curiously said, "Unlucky? Recently, the military has been intensifying their strikes against Star Thieves."

"Can’t we talk about something else?" Qu Jianlei was really amused.

Miss, you can joke around, but I end up attracting trouble.

Xiang Xue’s eyes rolled, then thoughtfully said, "Going to Star No. 4 at this time... you really are a bit problematic."

Are you done yet? Qu Jianlei grunted, "I’m on an assistance mission, but you... what’s with the hurry to leave?"

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