Chapter 2569

Shangguan Ting nodded and said, "I know—if you have this ability, your strike capability would skyrocket! You could instantly teleport large numbers of soldiers deep into enemy territory for decapitation raids!"

Shangguan Ting excelled at rapid assaults.

She fully understood the value of this skill.

Zhao Chi smiled, "Yes, but it can also be used to rescue people. With a fragment of the Fuxi Qin, you can notify Tang Ruan under any circumstances—but you can also send it to the group chat; it might be faster. I've already added you."

Shangguan Ting nodded, "I saw it… Tender Embrace… you really know how to enjoy yourself."

"I didn't name it."

"Whoever did, it's fitting."

"Enough of that. Later, take some money with you."

"I don't want money. Just give me gear. Keep the money yourself—it's better for your development. You need it more than I do."

Zhao Chi smiled, "It's not just money—I've got experience fruits and wheat grains too. Want some?"

Shangguan Ting frowned, "Did you buy these from the temporary trading post? Li Ruanyu wouldn't let me buy them—how did you get them?"

Zhao Chi chuckled, "Li Ruanyu wouldn't let you buy them?"

Shangguan Ting nodded, "Yes. After my subordinates reported, I immediately wanted to give them money to buy them for me—but Li Ruanyu refused outright… I've been meaning to ask her why."

Zhao Chi asked, "So you listened to Li Ruanyu?"

Shangguan Ting said, "She… well, she did agree to let me be with you, so for now I'm listening to her. But if she keeps giving me bad advice, I won't listen anymore."

Zhao Chi smiled, "No need—you're right to listen to her, because that batch was sold by me."

Shangguan Ting looked bewildered, "Huh? I meant the 1.9 million tons of wheat grains and 1.1 billion experience fruits—we're not talking about the same thing, are we?"

Zhao Chi smiled, "We are. All of it is mine."

This time, Shangguan Ting understood clearly.

She pushed herself up in surprise.

But her arm weakened, and she collapsed back into Zhao Chi's arms.

She pushed herself up again and sat on the bed.

"All of that is yours? You sold it? You're not lying to me, are you?"

Zhao Chi said, "I sometimes tease you, but I never lie. If I say it's mine, it's mine."

Shangguan Ting shook her head, "That's 1.9 million tons of wheat grains—1.9 million tons! Where did you get it? And over a billion experience fruits! Weren't those sourced by the regiment leader?"

Zhao Chi sighed, "I already said it's mine—why won't you believe me? When you regain your strength, go to my territory and bring a cart to haul it. My transport capacity is severely limited—I can't move it for you."

Shangguan Ting still frowned.

"You… you're serious?"

"Of course I am."

"Good heavens… you're incredible."

"You've already shouted that hundreds of times."

"No, this is different…"

Zhao Chi smiled, "The grain's useful to you, right? Vampires—do you eat grain, besides drinking blood?"

Shangguan Ting nodded, "Vampires aren't like full vampires. Besides drinking blood, we mostly eat grain."

"What kind of blood do you drink? Only human blood?"

"How could that be? Any red blood works. I mainly have them drink beast blood—beasts come every day and produce plenty."

"Cow blood?"

"Of course! Cow blood is livestock blood—it's far better than beast blood. They prefer it."

"Understood. I'll manage your grain and experience fruits from now on. You focus on boosting your combat power."

Shangguan Ting frowned, "Can you take me to see it? I'm not doubting you—I really want to see it. I feel I still don't know you at all."

Zhao Chi smiled, "Can you stand up right now?"

Shangguan Ting bit her lip and got out of bed.

Her legs trembled slightly, but she managed to stand steady.

Zhao Chi smiled, "Why not rest a bit longer?"

Shangguan Ting shook her head, "My legs are weak, but I'm still fine. Don't underestimate me."

"How could I underestimate you? Put on your clothes and come with me."

"Okay…"

Shangguan Ting quickly dressed in her fashion attire.

Then she vigorously cleaned her underwear.

Zhao Chi asked, "Don't you have any others?"

"No. I got a lot dirty today, and haven't washed them yet."

"Didn't you use a liner?"

"I did. It didn't help."

"No problem. I've got plenty. I'll give you a few."

Saying this, Zhao Chi pulled out several pairs from his system space and handed them to Shangguan Ting.

Shangguan Ting looked at the high-quality underwear and said, "Ah, I'll just keep wearing the old ones. I'll wash them in your Xiangyao Spring later and then wear these new ones."

"That's uncomfortable. I've got plenty of fashion gear—just wear these."

"True… then I'll wear them directly."

"Wear them."

"Mm…"

Soon, Shangguan Ting finished dressing.

Then she asked, "Where are we going?"

Zhao Chi pulled Shangguan Ting and said, "First, come with me to the next room."

Although Shangguan Ting didn't know what was going to happen, she obediently followed Zhao Chi, letting him pull her into the adjacent room.

The room was empty.

Only basic furniture and a pile of blankets in the corner.

Shangguan Ting, puzzled, was pulled by Zhao Chi all the way to the corner.

Immediately after, Zhao Chi lifted the blankets.

The crisp sound of rolling gold coins.

Several gold coins rolled out, stopping only when they reached the heels of Shangguan Ting's high-heeled shoes.

"Wow~"

Shangguan Ting's eyes lit up: "So many gold coins?"

Zhao Chi said, "These are the payments from selling Experience Fruits and grain this time. I'm giving you 500,000 coins. Is there space in your System Space?"

Shangguan Ting immediately shook her head.

"No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, that won't do. How could I possibly accept so much money? I didn't come to you for this."

Zhao Chi smiled, "Of course I know that, but with this, your development speed will surely be faster. How can you just be a Squad Captain? You must strengthen your power as soon as possible. My woman must become powerful quickly."

Shangguan Ting frowned deeply, "I originally wanted you to eat my soft rice, but now... it seems that's completely impossible."

Zhao Chi laughed, "Didn't I just eat your soft rice? Although it's not big, it really is quite soft."

Shangguan Ting said, "Don't make fun of me... I really cannot accept this money. You don't know how much money it takes to develop a territory. Your current level isn't high yet; when you reach the County-level Territory stage, you'll understand."

Zhao Chi said, "You already have a County-level Territory, so you need money very much. Take it quickly!"

"No!"

Shangguan Ting was very firm.

Zhao Chi said, "You won't even listen to what I say?"

Shangguan Ting snorted, "What you say isn't entirely correct; of course I won't listen to the wrong parts."

Zhao Chi helplessly said, "Just consider this money as a betrothal gift, is that okay? For a woman as excellent as you, spending 500,000 gold coins as a betrothal gift is reasonable, isn't it?"

"Betrothal gift?" Shangguan Ting was stunned.

"Yes, a betrothal gift."

Shangguan Ting was obviously somewhat hesitant.

She murmured, "If it's a betrothal gift... then giving me 1,000 gold coins would be enough, no need for so much. I'll just take 1,000 gold coins, as a play on the phrase 'thousand gold'."

Zhao Chi said, "That won't do. The rest will be considered a protection fee. You must improve your combat power; when I need you in the future, you must stand up for me."