Chapter 145: Suspicion, Curiosity

Noticing Liu Yun’s troubled expression, Ye Xuan wiped his dirty hands with a cloth before sitting beside her and asking, "What’s wrong? You look troubled."

Raising her eyes to look at him, Liu Yun explained, "A young man named Mo Yunchi came to visit us just now. He said he saw us yesterday and decided to introduce himself. Since we are neighbors, he gave us this can of tea leaves as a welcoming gift."

After listening to her explanation, Lan Zuancheng took the can of tea leaves from Liu Yun and examined it closely.

A few seconds later, he placed the can of tea leaves on the low table and said, "I know this brand. It was already very expensive even before the Blood Moon descended. As for now, even if we have enough supplies, we might not be able to buy even a small amount of these tea leaves."

As soon as he finished speaking, Liu Yun sighed again. Looking at the others, she asked, "Then, what should we do now? Should I return the gift?"

Qiu Sixun thought for a moment before shaking his head.

"There is no need to do that. Since he gave this to us, it means he wants to befriend us. Instead of returning the tea leaves, we can give him something else in return."

Sitting beside Qiu Sixun, Gu Zhenwei’s eyes suddenly lit up.

Looking at Liu Yun, he asked, "Younger Sister Liu, didn’t you say you still had vegetables in your spatial storage? How about giving him some vegetables as a return gift?"

Although vegetables weren’t as precious as tea leaves, they were essential for the human body. Unlike tea leaves, which offered little nutritional value, vegetables provided nutrients that people needed to stay healthy.

After considering Gu Zhenwei’s suggestion, Liu Yun nodded. "Alright. Then let’s give him some carrots as a return gift."

The others exchanged glances before nodding in agreement.

Having decided on the gift, Liu Yun stored the can of tea leaves in her Dimensional Space before asking, "Is there anything I can help with?"

Ye Xuan glanced at her expectant expression before replying, "No. We only need to reinforce the walls and repair a few windows, doors, and the metal gates. This kind of work isn’t suitable for you."

Seeing the disappointment on Liu Yun’s face, he added, "If you are bored staying at home, why don’t you go out and look around the base? While you are out, you can also gather information about the base and the people living here."

Recalling the new hidden mission she had accepted the previous day, Liu Yun’s eyes lit up. "Alright! Then I will go out and look around the base."

Raising his hand, Ru Jianxiao volunteered, "It’s dangerous for her to go out alone. I will go with her."

Hearing this, Ye Xuan thought for a moment before asking, "Younger Sister Liu, do you want Brother Jianxiao to accompany you?"

Before Liu Yun could answer, the System suddenly spoke. [Player, you can take him with you and test him out.]

Reminded by the System, Liu Yun changed her mind and nodded. "Mhm. Elder Brother Ru can come with me."

"Alright." Ru Jianxiao smiled slightly.

Seeing that it was getting late, Liu Yun stood up and said, "We are heading out now. If we are late coming back, you guys can have lunch without us."

Turning to Ru Jianxiao, she added, "Elder Brother Ru, let’s go."

With that, Ru Jianxiao followed Liu Yun outside. Behind them, Ye Xuan reminded her, "Be careful. Don’t talk to strangers or follow them anywhere."

Waving at him, Liu Yun chuckled and replied, "I know. I’m not a child."

After the two of them left the villa, Ye Xuan said, "Let’s continue. We must finish everything today before those people return tonight."

"Yes, Brother Xuan."

With that, the group stood up and resumed repairing the walls and metal gates.

Meanwhile, Liu Yun and Ru Jianxiao were making their way toward the main entrance of the villa residential area when someone suddenly called out to her from behind.

"Young Lady, please wait a moment."

Stopping in their tracks, Liu Yun and Ru Jianxiao turned around.

Seeing a man in his early thirties approaching them with a group of men dressed in black combat uniforms, Liu Yun immediately became more cautious.

Standing beside her, Ru Jianxiao’s expression turned cold the moment he saw the man leading the group. Clenching his fists, he lowered his eyes to conceal his emotions.

When the man and his subordinates stopped a few steps away from them, Liu Yun calmly asked, "Sir, is there something you need from us?"

Leng Yi smiled politely and asked, "Are you two the new residents renting the abandoned villa?"

Liu Yun wasn’t surprised that news of their arrival had spread throughout the villa residential area. She had already realized this when Mo Yunchi visited them that morning.

Having no intention of concealing their arrival, Liu Yun nodded. "Yes."

After receiving her confirmation, Leng Yi pointed toward the hilltop and continued, "My name is Leng Yi, and I’m the owner of the villa up there."

Following the direction he pointed, Liu Yun looked toward the luxurious four-story villa on the hilltop. At this moment, suspicion flickered in her eyes.

’I noticed that villa yesterday when we first arrived. It’s the only one on the hilltop, and it’s also the only villa with four floors. I wonder what its owner wants from me.’

Filled with curiosity and suspicion, Liu Yun turned back to Leng Yi and repeated her question.

"Do you need something from us, Sir?"

Noticing the curiosity and suspicion in Liu Yun’s eyes, Leng Yi thought to himself, ’This young lady is quite interesting. She’s not only wary of me but also curious about my intentions. Perhaps I should befriend her instead of trying to approach their team captain.’

With this in mind, Leng Yi smiled slightly and said, "I’m going to visit the Merchant Guild. Would you like to come with me, Young Lady?"

At his question, Liu Yun turned to Ru Jianxiao for his opinion. However, the moment she saw the murderous intent in Ru Jianxiao’s eyes, she froze.