Chapter 294: Chapter 294 The Master is Still Very Accurate
Many shipping containers were placed on the slope, providing a windbreak and an easily defensible location. It was a pri spot.
The windows of the container hos were small, with lights glowing in a few, but most were dark.
They reached a container in the middle, lit up, where Wang Youcai led them inside.
The interior was sparsely furnished: at the far end, a bed; by the small window, a coffee table flanked by several armchairs.
There was a standing cabinet on the windowless side, not large, but clean.
That was all there was, imdiately clear at a glance.
They followed Wang Youcai to sit down by the armchairs.
Once seated, Gu Pan took out a gift from her bag and placed it on the coffee table, “I know you enjoy this, so I brought you two bottles of liquor, and so snacks for drinking.”
Wang Youcai’s eyes brightened at the sight of Wuliangye and Maotai, “Great stuff! Both of you have such ability. Even if I wanted to buy these, I wouldn’t know where to start.”
Then he looked over the peanuts, little pickles, and dried at, “Nice, all snacks perfect for drinking. If you two want to exchange these gifts for my life, I wouldn’t mind at all. If you ever need anything in the future, just say the word, and I, Wang Youcai, will not refuse to help.”
It wasn’t just that Wang Youcai craved alcohol; it was also that people who could get hold of these items were worth forming deep bonds with. He had sized up countless individuals and saw things clearer than most. He was just more smooth-spoken, more adept with his words. After all, his years as a feng shui consultant had honed his verbal skills.
Gu Pan, having fought and struggled through the apocalypse in her past and present life, naturally would not so easily trust another’s word. It was simply that both sides understood that they were worthy and valuable allies.
So, with a smile, Gu Pan said, “Then we won’t hesitate to co to Master Wang with our needs in the future.”
Wang Youcai smiled back, “That’s the spirit.” Then he checked the ti, “We’ll eat here at noon today. Though I don’t have much to offer, I can at least guarantee a full belly.”
Gu Pan replied, “We’ll have to pass today. We still have to travel a bit farther, find so things. We’ll co over another ti when we’re free for a good drink.”
“You’re heading out again?” Wang Youcai looked puzzled, “There’s basically nothing left outside when it cos to daily necessities. To be honest, what’s left is of little use to the ordinary people.”
Lu Ruisheng said, “We know, but it might get even harder in the future. While we can still go out, we want to make a few more trips.”
Wang Youcai sighed, “That’s also true. By the way, you should know there’s an Underground Entertainnt City outside the base, right?”
This aroused the attention of both Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng. They had not expected to inadvertently receive information about the Underground Entertainnt City from Wang Youcai.
Lu Ruisheng said, “We’ve heard of it, but haven’t been there. We’ll need to save up so more trade value to qualify for entry.”
Wang Youcai pulled two cards from his pocket, “With your talents, gaining entry won’t be hard. You just haven’t focused on it before. Apart from being an entertainnt venue, it’s also a trading spot. I carry so clout there. Take these cards, go to the old locust tree 300 ters east outside the base, and soone will naturally lead you in.”
Gu Pan took the two cards, “Thank you, Master Wang. You’ve saved us a lot of ti and effort, truly grateful.”
Wang Youcai said, “I’m just gilding the lily. Even without my help, I believe you wouldn’t take long to gain entry. By the way, let add one piece of advice. Once you’re in, don’t ddle in affairs that don’t concern you, don’t ask too many questions. There aren’t many rules outside the base, so the less you interact with others, the safer you are.”
Lu Ruisheng nodded, “We understand. Although we are based here, we Scavengers often co out, we’re well aware of the outside situation.”
Wang Youcai added, “I don’t need to warn any further, you both are smart. My readings of faces are accurate, and you both are indeed blessed with good fortune.”
These words settled Gu Pan’s heart a bit more. She trusted Wang Youcai, whose abilities were beyond doubt. With his words, as long as they didn’t tempt fate, she believed she and Lu Ruisheng would survive.
Gu Pan thanked him, “Master Wang, we owe you. We’ll co to see you again in the future.”
Wang Youcai nodded in satisfaction, “It’s comforting to see you, and I’m always happy to have you visit.”
Gu Pan glanced at the clock, “Then we won’t overstay our welco today and will visit when we have ti.”
Wang Youcai stood to see them out, “Things are stable here for now. Unless necessary, we shouldn’t need to change locations lightly.”
“With your skills in geomancy, this place must be a treasure of feng shui. By coming here, could we also catch so of this good fortune?” Gu Pan asked curiously as they walked.
“This location indeed is a treasure, but not as powerful as you might think. You two already carry good fortune with you, so there’s no need to seek any extra blessings,” Wang Youcai said, cheered by the spirits they brought, so he had also offered them a complintary fortune.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng thanked him.
As they reached the vehicle, Gu Pan said, “Take care, Master Wang. We’re off now.”
Wang Youcai waved them off, “Do visit again.”
Lu Ruisheng also bid farewell before joining Gu Pan in the car.
They waved goodbye once more, and Lu Ruisheng started the vehicle, slowly leaving Wang Youcai’s place behind.
They had not expected to receive a way into the Underground Entertainnt City today, initially thinking about conducting more transactions with the second-hand dealer before heading there. Little did they know, Wang Youcai held such capability.
Of course, even without Wang Youcai, they were close to qualifying for entry, but getting in earlier was better. And from the sounds of it, Wang Youcai held so sway in the Entertainnt City, proving he was indeed no ordinary individual.
They thought about it: by relying on highway robbery positions and not engaging in combat, just taking tolls from passersby, how much could they earn? There must be other ways for them to get money.
Contemplating these thoughts, Gu Pan asked Lu Ruisheng, “What do you think is Master Wang’s relationship with the Underground Entertainnt City?”
Lu Ruisheng pondered, “Maybe he has so stake in it.”
“Could it be that he was the one who selected the site for the Entertainnt City based on feng shui?”
“That’s possible too. Anyway, never offend a Taoist. It’s our good fortune to know such a person.”
“It is indeed, our luck has definitely been better since revival. Having this ‘Space,’ our fortune is truly much improved from our past life.”
“Maybe it’s because we’ve beco more capable, so things have naturally gone smoother.”
“Perhaps it is.”
The two conversed as they continued on their trip. The road was desolate, lacking any buildings, yet the night was filled with stars, and the moon shone brightly, making the path far from dark.
The roadside trees were bare, and the wind was still. The occasional bird cries added an eerie touch to the quiet.
By nightfall, they arrived in a city where the endless night didn’t distinguish day from night, but it was just past seven in the evening.
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