Journey to the West: I really want to improve!

Just as Mu Xin and Ding Huan were discussing, an uninvited guest arrived outside Mu Xin's cave.

This person just walked in without saying hello, and his attitude was incredibly arrogant.

Mu Xin immediately sensed someone approaching, but he wasn't angry. In a place like the Heavenly Court, a higher-ranking official could easily crush a lower-ranking person.

The newcomer is so arrogant, so he must have some trump card; he can't afford to offend him.

"Oh dear, I was wondering why my left eye had been twitching all day. Turns out, a very important guest is coming!"

"I was unaware of the arrival of the Devouring Demon Hound True Lord. I hope the True Lord will forgive me." Mu Xin bowed and invited the visitor into the house.

The visitor was none other than Erlang Shen's celestial pet, the Howling Celestial Dog. As for what he came for, Mu Xin could guess with his own eyes—he was there to collect a debt from the dragons who had built the Dragon Palace.

The title "Devouring Heaven Demon Dog True Lord" made Xiaotian Dog feel incredibly comfortable. Although he lived a comfortable life in Guanjiangkou, no one ever called him "Devouring Heaven Demon Dog True Lord."

Mu Xin's constant use of "True Lord" made his bones feel weak, and he, who had originally intended to cause trouble, now found it difficult to speak.

"Please have a seat, Your Excellency. I just came back from my master's place and shamelessly asked him for some tea. Could you please taste it for me?"

On the surface, Mu Xin was inviting Xiaotianquan for tea, but in reality, he was bringing up Taibai Jinxing to put down Xiaotianquan's arrogance.

Everyone knows about the debt collection. I've also used my master, Taibai Jinxing, to pull some strings. Even if Guanjiangkou is in cahoots with the Dragon Palace, you can't go too far.

Upon hearing this, the Celestial Hound indeed did not immediately mention the spirit stones:

"Your master's tea is famously good, and I'm getting to try it today."

"Go, Ding Huan, go outside and get some more water. Zhenjun and I are going to have a good taste of Master's tea today," Mu Xin said, giving Ding Huan a wink.

After Ding Huan left, Mu Xin started brewing tea, his movements fluid and graceful.

Although Xiaotianquan is Erlang Shen's celestial pet, a leopard can't change its spots and has basically never drunk tea. He was very interested in Mu Xin's actions.

"Excellent tea! It truly deserves to be called the finest celestial tea!" Xiaotianquan finished the tea that Muxin handed him in one gulp, smacking his lips as he spoke in a deliberately elegant manner.

"Of course, my master has always been good to me," Mu Xin replied immediately.

Although he was respectful to Mu Xin, he looked down on Xiaotianquan from the bottom of his heart. The tea he brewed today was just something he took from the project department's drawer and it wasn't anything good at all.

However, he knew that the Celestial Hound wouldn't be able to tell anything from the taste, so he was fearless. If it were someone else, he definitely wouldn't dare to do it this way.

"I am here today on the orders of the Manifestation of the Holy Erlang Zhenjun of Guanjiang Estuary, to discuss with you the matter of the overdue payment owed to the Longgong No. 1 Construction Company for the renovation and expansion project of the South Heavenly Gate."

After a few cups of tea, Xiaotianquan spoke up, and then gestured for Ding Huan to refill his tea.

Mu Xin knew the real business had arrived; just as he had suspected, they were there to ask for money for Longgong Construction.

"True Lord, you are also aware of the renovation and expansion project of the South Heavenly Gate. That demon monkey smashed the entire South Heavenly Gate, which is why it cannot be inspected now."

"If this isn't inspected, which of the Heavenly Venerables under the command of the True Lord of the Mysterious Altar would dare to sign this document?"

"This is no joke. This is no small amount. No one would dare to mess around with hundreds of millions of spirit stones," Mu Xin said with a sigh.

"Hasn't His Majesty already approved this? He said that the final payment for the renovation and expansion project of the South Heavenly Gate and the spirit stones for the reconstruction project of the South Heavenly Gate will be paid together."

"I heard they directly approved 15 billion spirit stones, and that money was originally intended for the construction of the Dragon Palace," said the Celestial Hound, frowning.

"That's true, but as you know, even though His Majesty has approved it, going through the proper procedures can't be done in a day or two."

"Especially when there is no acceptance test, it is even more difficult, otherwise I would not have bothered my master."

Mu Xin once again used Venus as a shield, since he really didn't have any money right now.

Besides, it's not just Longgong No. 1 Construction that owes money; so many suppliers haven't received their payments either. What's Longgong No. 1 Construction's rush?!

"I'm not trying to be mean, but look at the mess you've made of this construction project, with all the upfront funding! What a mess it's become!"

"If everyone has to pay for the construction out of their own pockets, how are we supposed to make a living?!" Xiaotianquan was getting annoyed. Mu Xin kept bringing up Taibai Jinxing, putting him in a very passive position.

"Oh my, my lord! You're completely detached from worldly affairs!"

"These days, who doesn't advance funds for construction projects? For a project of this scale like the Nantianmen renovation and expansion, there are so many people who want to advance funds but don't even have the means."

"If it weren't for Erlang Shen's extraordinary background, how could their Dragon Palace Construction have gotten this project? Don't you agree?" Mu Xin quickly flattered him.

call--!

It's said that you can't hit someone who's smiling, and Mu Xin's words left Xiaotianquan speechless for a moment.

"I don't care about anything else. My master said that you are in charge of the project, so you have to give Longgong Yijian an explanation. This spirit stone can't be delayed any longer."

After all, the Celestial Dog is an animal, and its verbal skills are naturally inferior to Mu Xin's, so it simply stopped acting and brought out Erlang Shen directly.

"My lord, there are procedures for these projects. Even after the project is accepted, the money isn't paid all at once. Besides, it hasn't even been accepted yet, and my family has been running around trying to get this done..."

Before Mu Xin could speak, Ding Huan chimed in.

Upon hearing this, Mu Xin immediately realized something was wrong. He decisively slapped Ding Huan away and then cursed:

"What the hell is this to you? How could the True Lord not know? Get out of here now!"

Ding Huan scrambled out in a panic, knowing that Mu Xin was trying to save him.

"My Lord, please don't take offense at the unruly behavior of the people below. It's my fault for failing to manage them properly," Mu Xin quickly said with a smile, while refilling Xiaotian Dog's cup of tea.

snort--!

The Celestial Hound snorted coldly, but Mu Xin's slap had left him speechless.

"Keep a close eye on the spirit stones used to build the Dragon Palace. This isn't my request; it's Erlang Shen Zhenjun's request."

"Don't make things difficult for me!"

After saying that, Xiaotianquan stood up abruptly, showing no respect to Muxin whatsoever.

"Rest assured, My Lord, I went to my master for this very reason. My master has already made the arrangements, and I will be able to get things done in the next few days."

Mu Xin hurriedly got up and followed behind Xiaotianquan, saying this while slipping a small bag to Xiaotianquan.

"I'm not going to listen to your nonsense. I don't know what my master might do if I don't handle this properly."

As they stepped outside, the two saw Ding Huan standing there. Mu Xin rushed over and kicked him to the ground, then continued to beat and curse him.

The Celestial Hound glanced at Mu Xin and knew he was acting, but he didn't expose him. After all, he had just accepted the small package from the man and immediately turned into a streak of light and returned to Guanjiang Estuary.

"Pah! That damned bully who relies on his master's power!"

Seeing that Xiaotianquan had gone far away, Mu Xin straightened up and cursed.