Nobody told me this wasn't a game.

Musogen understood and proceeded step by step: "It's not that Shenyin will mistreat me, it's just that the older I get, the more eager I am to improve. All the salary and allowances I receive from above are spent on improving my strength... As for the quality of life, I have no other desires as long as I can eat my fill and stay warm."

Zuo Chang looked on with admiration and said, "Sir, your skills and ambition are truly admirable! I have something to say, but I don't know if I should."

"Mr. Zuo, you can speak frankly."

"Then I'll be frank." Zuo Chang put down his cup and sat up straight. "I truly feel sorry for you, sir, that Shenyin has no eyes to see the talent! If you're willing, why not come and serve under me? I can't guarantee anything else—but once you're here, I guarantee you'll reach the fifteenth realm!"

Oh!

Musuogen suddenly stood up and took small steps to the empty space by the table.

Then, he prostrated himself in worship!

"Musugen is willing to serve the general!"

You have acquired a new follower, who has been added to your inventory.

Zuo Chang looked at his Grand General System and found Mu Suogen's information card—

Loyalty: 70 (This follower's loyalty to you is basically guaranteed).

70 loyalty is not bad.

This at least proves that Musuogen has an innocent background and is not a spy sent by the Shenyin Society.

There should be another update after midnight.

This is an extra chapter for today, but it's actually going to be released tomorrow...

Does that count as an extra chapter?

Chapter 251 The Visiting Witch

Zuo Chang was completely taken aback when he entered the mysterious dungeon for the first time and came out without doing anything.

It seems the next entry will be in twelve hours.

Zuo Chang ate the peanuts on the table while pondering.

Musogen poured more tea and said, "General, I have some information I'd like to report to you. It's about that 'ruins' from before."

Zuo Chang looked up and asked, "Have you found anything?"

"I wouldn't call it a discovery, I just found it strange."

As Musogen spoke, he took out seven or eight activation stones from the bag: "General, I retrieved so many activation stones from the ruins in five separate trips."

"..."

Is it too much?

The activation stone is about the size of an egg, with a relatively high density, and each one weighs about half a pound.

How much does half a pound weigh?

If there are enough, Zuo Chang can bring out seven or eight tons in one round trip.

He thought for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Are there any restrictions on bringing things out of ruins?"

"Yes, you are very perceptive."

Musogen gave a compliment.

He held up two fingers and said, "Two items. I specifically tested it, and when we leave the ruins, we can only take the 'first two items we collected' from the ruins. Any more than that, and it won't work."

Two items...

Zuo Chang realized something and asked, "If that's the case, why is Wei Lun collecting minerals over there?"

"That's what confuses me. That young master is unlikely to be making baseless accusations; there are only two possible reasons why he did it."

It's likely that Musuogen recently changed his mind and wanted to impress his new boss.

He held up two fingers and said, "First, they have unique methods that allow them to bring extra items out; second, what they mine will be 'consumed' within the ruins."

Zuo Chang nodded silently upon hearing this.

He wasn't too bothered, saying, "According to my intelligence, the Hersey family discovered the ruins three months ago. Their understanding is superior to ours, which is perfectly normal. Next time we enter, we'll have a capable assistant, and with their help, we'll definitely make great progress."

As Zuo Chang spoke, he looked at the black and white spotted puppy at his feet.

"Hmph—that's right! With me here, the progress will only be faster, not slower!"

A spotted puppy that speaks human language!

Musogen was startled and asked in surprise, "This...the dog is talking?"

"Not a dog, but a demon."

The spotted puppy flicked its tail once.

The War Demon possesses unique abilities; besides being immortal, it can move rapidly in spirit form, ignoring terrain. Coupled with its exceptional sensory abilities and profound knowledge of "occultism," it is undoubtedly a master at exploring dungeons.

Otherwise, it would need a sacred artifact to enter, and Zuo Chang would never have appeared without explanation this time.

"Bang bang!"

Just as he was pondering this, someone suddenly knocked on the door.

Zuo Chang turned to look at the door, which was suddenly kicked open. A burly man in half-armor walked in and shouted, "Old man Mu, come out! We have a mission!"

Old Man Mu stood up, a hint of impatience in his eyes: "Captain Hu, what is it?"

"Urgent! Big news! What else could it be? Are you dead or not? If you're not, come over here right now! Your chance to redeem yourself is right in front of you, don't say I didn't give you a chance!"

"..."

Zuo Chang squinted, clearly disliking the man's attitude.

Although this person was large, his appearance was not very handsome, and his face did not show any signs of hardship or toil. His half-body armor was so new that it could be used as a mirror, and he was clearly not an adventurous person.

What's all this noise about?

He chewed on peanuts without saying a word.

Zuo Chang sized up Captain Hu, who was also sizing him up. He frowned and asked, "Who is this?"

Old Man Mu chuckled and said, "A friend of mine has just arrived in Tianwang City and asked me to take care of him."

"Oh……"

Captain Hu nodded: "Good that you know her. Old Man Mu, come with me! We just received news that a 'witch' has infiltrated Heavenly King City and killed quite a few people!"

"?"

Witch?

Zuo Chang's ears perked up!

Old Man Mu asked in surprise, "A witch?"

"I don't know the specifics, but it seems she came from the 'upper realm.' She clashed with the Divine Sound Society's patrol team and killed quite a few 'Radiant Guardians'!"

"Oh……"

Old Man Mu's reaction was very indifferent.

A few minutes ago, he might have been very enthusiastic, since helping Shenyin would solve the problem and help him get out of the current predicament.

but now--

What's this Divine Sound Society? I'm really not familiar with it.

He began, "The Witch is no ordinary person. This is not a profession that can be mastered through normal means. It can only be obtained in the 'Grand Tournament'! The last Grand Tournament just ended a few days ago. It seems... this 'Witch' has gained quite a bit in the Grand Tournament."

Captain Hu said urgently, "What time is it? Why are you still talking about this nonsense? We just received instructions that we need to assist in the defense of the East Gate. Let's go!"

Old Man Mu slowly shook his head: "Captain Hu, I'm old and frail, I'm afraid I can't—"

"Cough cough!"

Zuo Chang coughed.

Captain Hu and Old Man Mu both turned to look.

"Uh-huh……"

Zuo Chang hummed twice more.

What does it mean?

Old Man Mu, observing the situation, thought to himself, "Does General Zuo want me to take on this mission? Could it be that he knows this witch?"

Yes.

That must be it!

Zuo Chang was, after all, a great general. How could he possibly come to Tianwang City alone? This was enemy territory.

Moreover, becoming a witch is not something an ordinary person can achieve.

If this witch is Zuo Chang's subordinate, then it makes perfect sense!

Old Man Mu hurriedly said, "I am old and frail, and I'm afraid I can't contend with the witch. But with responsibility at my disposal, how can I back down? Captain Hu, let's go!"

Captain Hu felt relieved.

This old man was stingy. As soon as he got his salary, he would buy all sorts of cultivation supplies. He never participated in gatherings and would spend his free time engrossed in reading his tattered book.

Doesn't he even realize how old he is?

Do you think you're a young person in your twenties or thirties with potential?

But his methods were truly remarkable.

If it weren't for him, Captain Hu really wouldn't have dared to go on today's mission—that witch was exceptionally ruthless, and the hearts of all the Radiant Guards who died at her hands were ripped out!

Captain Hu hurriedly said, "Don't worry, I will definitely explain the situation to my superiors after tonight. Old Man Mu, get ready, you'll be back at your post soon."

Zuo Chang and Mu Suogen got up and followed Captain Hu.

Captain Hu was taken aback and asked in surprise, "Young man, what are you doing?"

"To lend a helping hand."

Zuo Chang released his magical power, revealing his identity as a Seventh Realm cultivator.