Chapter 222 - Talking Nonsense with your open eyes
Upon hearing the reward of 5% of the ore, Ye Sheng couldn't help but widen her eyes in shock.
She never expected Leader Wang Qing to be so generous this time!
To use such a large amount of ore as a reward meant that he and the other members of the team would receive much less, barely breaking even... It was essentially pushing all the profits away, leaving only a meager amount for themselves.
Would the minor leaders in the team agree?
As Ye Sheng's thoughts wandered further, Wang Qing grew anxious. He had thought that offering 5% of the ore as a reward would surely make Gu Luoyu agree.
But she flatly refused without a moment's hesitation.
However, he quickly recalled Gu Luoyu's immense strength. Someone of her caliber probably wouldn't care about such a reward, as she undoubtedly had more lucrative opportunities.
For a moment, Wang Qing felt deeply disappointed, but he didn't give up immediately.
Still unwilling to let it go, he asked, “Ms. Gu, may I ask why you refused?”
Hearing Wang Qing's question, Gu Luoyu finally spared him a glance. She didn't beat around the bush and directly stated the reason, “My girlfriend is timid.”
“...”
Wang Qing couldn't help but twitch his mouth, feeling like a stray dog kicked by a couple.
What kind of time is this to be talking about love? Just because her girlfriend is timid, she refuses???
Even using some other excuse would have been better than stating the reason outright.
Moreover, he had just learned that the incredibly powerful Esper, Gu Luoyu, was actually a love-struck fool.
Considering the Espers he knew were all crazy and cold-hearted, Gu Luoyu seemed like a complete oddball.
“Cough, cough, cough.”
Gu Luoyu's words not only left Leader Wang Qing speechless but also immediately brought Ye Sheng's thoughts back to reality.
She choked on her own saliva a few times, and after quickly recovering, she silently glared at Gu Luoyu. However, Gu Luoyu, who was patting Ye Sheng's back, showed no guilt and instead smiled gently at her.
Before Ye Sheng could defend herself, Wang Qing spoke up first, “Ms. Ye, look, can we be a bit braver? As long as your partner can solve the case of the missing miners, you'll receive a substantial reward. It's definitely a great deal.”
To be honest, Ye Sheng was indeed tempted.
When Leader Wang Qing mentioned the 5% ore reward, she was already wildly tempted... Although Gu Luoyu had once said that the convoy would provide 'protection fees' for more attentive protection during the mining period to prevent them from being taken by polluted creatures or other things.
But no matter how much the 'protection fee' was, it wouldn't reach 5% of the ore.
Therefore, no matter how much she feared ghosts, she was steadily succumbing to the allure of money.
As long as there was money to be made, even if there were ghosts ahead, she wouldn't be afraid!!!
“Cough, Captain Wang, you know that making dozens of miners disappear without a trace is too mysterious and terrifying. Even if my partner is an Esper, she's not omnipotent. If she encounters danger, it could be fatal.”
Ye Sheng was talking nonsense with her eyes wide open.
But Wang Qing had only spent a few days with them and didn't realize Ye Sheng was lying. He quickly pondered the matter and soon came to a conclusion.
He still wanted Gu Luoyu's help.
Even though there were other Espers in the convoy, they were nowhere near Gu Luoyu's level. Therefore, since they would have to spend rewards to get someone else's help anyway, why not go for the best option from the start!
It could solve the problem once and for all.
Thus, Wang Qing firmly decided not to settle for second best and instead raised the offer, “I can offer 6% of the ore. This amount...”
“ 8%.”
“...”
This time, it wasn't Ye Sheng who spoke, but Gu Luoyu suddenly joining the conversation.
Seeing the big shot speak, Leader Wang Qing naturally didn't dare to continue babbling. Although it pained him to have to add more, he had no choice... If the miners continued to disappear, aside from the loss of labor, the current anxious atmosphere in the convoy could easily lead to chaos.
So, he chose to sacrifice short-term gains for long-term benefits.
If he could successfully complete the ore mining mission, besides the surface rewards, the base officials would also reward him, the team leader, with other things. These were intangible rewards.
It was worth the gamble.
“8% it is, Ms. Gu. If possible, it would be best to solve the problem tonight.”
“Mm.”
Leader Wang Qing didn't dare to stay any longer, afraid that his pained expression would reveal his thoughts. After a brief agreement, he quickly turned and left.
Among Espers, there are not only lunatics but also miser...
After Wang Qing left, Ye Sheng continued to look at Gu Luoyu with admiration, her watery almond eyes sparkling with admiration. She never expected Gu Luoyu to be the true master of raising the price!
With just a few words, she turned 5% into 8%. It was simply too cool!
After all, the 3% difference was quite significant, to the point where the leadership team like Lin Qing had to chip in... This way, they made a huge profit!
“Alright, stop looking, or I won't be able to resist.”
After being stared at by Ye Sheng for a while, Gu Luoyu smiled and shook her head, then raised her hand to cover Ye Sheng's eyes with her palm, blocking her view.
Ye Sheng wasn't annoyed. Instead, she asked curiously, “Ah Yu, when you raised the reward to 8% just now, weren't you afraid Captain Wang would refuse?”
“Not afraid. Even if he refused, it wouldn't matter. It's just... it would make a certain money-loving little glutton stomp her feet in frustration and regret. So, after thinking about it, I decided to accept the deal.”
“...”
Knowing Gu Luoyu was teasing her, Ye Sheng pouted in dissatisfaction, then playfully pinned Gu Luoyu down, kissing her repeatedly to express her displeasure and to get close.
Gu Luoyu didn't resist, letting Ye Sheng mess around.
Her red eyes were full of affection.
...
Having accepted Leader Wang Qing's commission, Gu Luoyu and Ye Sheng didn't slack off.
As night fell, under Gu Luoyu's lead, the two went to the lake where the previous two groups of miners had disappeared, ready to catch the culprit.
It wasn't that Gu Luoyu didn't want to use her psychic powers to figure it out.
But every night, the area near the lake seemed to be shielded, blocking Gu Luoyu's psychic exploration. They had no choice but to investigate in person.
They didn't have to wait long before they saw a group of miners appear, their faces filled with terror. They seemed conscious, but their steps were uncontrollable, leading them straight into the lake.
At that moment, the pitch-black lake water began to churn violently.