"Ding-dong! New System mission - use the steaming detox method learned to eliminate toxins in this patient and cure his illness. Rewards for success: 6-month life extension, 1 movie ticket fragment, 10 reputation. Failure deducts 10 years life, irrevocably."Justin swore at the mission sprung on him. Of course it tossed this hot potato his way! Deliberately trying to screw him over. Only 6 months life for success, but 10 years deducted for failure? Outrageous! Even Justin couldn't stand the System's maliciousness. Felt like dragging it out for a beating.But he was powerless now, no choice but to brave it. Standing calmly, he declared: "I've examined him. He's been poisoned by a very strange toxin. The only antidote is a special treatment in the next 30 minutes, or he won't make it.""Doctor please, save him! We'll be eternally grateful, no matter the method!"The wife rushed over grasping Justin's hand desperately, while the others watched expectantly, waiting for another miracle c

"Mr. Dixon, good to see you!""Oh, if it isn't young Miss Mia! Been awhile. And who's this handsome lad with you?""He's my...um..." Mia stammered, blushing.Seeing her shyness, the elder was surprised. Looking Justin over, his aura and bearing were impressive despite plain clothes."No need to say more, I understand. A fine young man indeed." Mr. Dixon praised Justin unstintingly.Faced with such a kindly old man, Justin naturally didn't put on airs. He greeted the elder respectfully, then humbly said:"You flatter me, sir. It is you who are hale and hearty, no less so than us youths!"Delighted by Justin's buttering up, the old man guffawed and welcomed them in to select a complimentary piece after choosing.Of course Justin wouldn't take advantage like that. He merely nodded without a word, following Mr. Dixon inside to observe the wares knowledgeably.The displayed jade pieces were intricately carved and natural, simply masterworks. Many were clearly the elder's own handiwork, whi

Upon receiving the elixir, Uncle Hicks naturally expressed boundless gratitude. As a cultivator, he knew full well how precious a medicinal gift from a martial arts grandmaster could be. He carefully stowed away the bottle, guarding it as if fearful it would be stolen.Watching from the side, Justin could not help but chuckle. This old man really was quite amusing.Just then, the System in his mind sent him a notification:"Congratulations, Master! You have completed the 'Super Rich' achievement by gifting items more than ten times. You have been specially rewarded with mastery of Geomancy Techniques."Hearing the System's prompt, Justin truly did not know what to say. Recently, the System had been giving him all kinds of bizarre rewards. First it was sculpting experience that nearly brought him a student, and now it had produced mastery of Geomancy Techniques. Could it be trying to turn him into a scam artist?"System, can I not accept this? I really don't want my father-in-law to se

"Oh? You have a plan? Is there really something wrong with that land?" Mia asked."There are some issues, though not major ones. I'll need to examine it in person to know the details. Since you want to go, I'll accompany you tomorrow. And thank you for speaking up for me earlier, darling. Don't worry, your man isn't a pushover. I won't just smile and let someone slap my face. That fraud dares to mock me? Tomorrow I'll make sure he leaves in disgrace, crawling on his knees.""Scoundrel! Who's your darling? Who's your woman? You rogue, always spouting this nonsense at the slightest provocation. I won't bother with you!"With that, Mia stalked off, her face flushed crimson. But Justin grabbed her and pulled her down onto the bed. A wave of masculine aura enveloped her, even causing this formerly icy beauty to lose her composure. Her eyes darted about nervously and her blush deepened."W-What are you doing? Let me go!""What am I doing?" Justin gave a roguish grin and continued, "Dear, we

He stood and openly addressed the Immaculate Taoist Master:"Master's comprehension of this site's geomancy is truly profound and perspicacious. Please pardon my previous disrespect - I'm humbly in awe."Seeing Justin's capitulation, the Taoist naturally swelled with pride like a victorious rooster. "Well, it's good you youths can admit your mistakes. Mind your actions and words in the future. Know there are always higher heavens and greater men than yourself. But for Miss Ross' face, I'll overlook this incident. Don't offend other adepts - they won't be as kindhearted as I.""Hahaha, Master is indeed magnanimous. Please accept my junior's apologies," Justin fawned."Justin, remember to heed the Master's teachings and act prudently in future," Cole Ross admonished."Yes, but I've heard cultivators can exorcise ghosts and spirits. Never having witnessed a real ghost, could Master display his power and broaden my horizons?" Justin asked innocently.Only Mia noticed the glint of mischief