I was so scared that I put all my points into health.
Chapter 38 "Survival Instinct": High-Level Praise for the System
Finally, they arrived at the magnificent gates of Elparan City. The city resembled a sleeping behemoth, majestic and solemn. The three dismounted, straightened their slightly disheveled clothes, and walked briskly towards the Adventurers' Guild.
The three entered the guild, where a bustling crowd came into view, with various adventurers and staff busily moving about.
They climbed the stairs to the second floor. The corridor on the second floor was lined with various precious weapons and equipment, gleaming with a captivating light. The three of them arrived at the door of an ornately decorated office, above which hung a golden plaque that read "Chairman's Office."
Wang Xiaoyi took a deep breath and gently knocked on the door. A magnetic voice came from inside: "Come in."
The three pushed open the door and went inside. They saw President Winnie sitting with her legs crossed behind her desk. Her office was decorated entirely in purple. Purple silk curtains swayed gently in the breeze, a purple carpet covered the entire floor, and even the stationery and file boxes on her desk were inlaid with purple gemstones.
President Winnie held an exquisite teacup, leisurely sipping her black tea. Her gaze swept over the three of them, then she looked towards the sofa, gesturing for them to sit down. A faint smile played on her lips: "For you, I've turned down all my tedious work. I've specially secured three days for you."
With a flick of his finger, Wang Xiaoyi's gaze fell upon the teapot and teacups on the cabinet beside the office. The teapot, as if imbued with life, slowly tilted itself, filling the three of them with fragrant black tea. This scene revealed both President Winnie's deep affection for the art of tea and her unwavering pursuit of a high quality of life.
The aroma of tea rose gently, and Wang Xiaoyi picked up the teacup, first blowing on it lightly as if dancing with the fragrance, then taking a sip. The flavor of the black tea instantly bloomed in his mouth, rich and mellow, like a warm current flowing slowly down his throat, warming his entire body and mind.
At this moment, Wang Xiaoyi couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration for President Winnie. He knew that this beautiful president was not only stunningly beautiful on the outside, but also possessed a refined and elegant spirit. Her love for black tea further reflected her passion for and pursuit of life.
So, Wang Xiaoyi put down his teacup, turned his gaze to President Winnie, and gave her a sincere smile: "President, your black tea is absolutely delicious. It's fragrant and mellow, with an excellent taste. Taking a sip, I feel as if I can experience the tranquility and beauty of the whole world. Your taste is truly admirable."
Alpha and Allen, standing to the side, nodded in agreement upon hearing Wang Xiaoyi's praise. They both knew that President Winnie was not only powerful but also possessed unique taste and charm. Every detail of her exuded elegance and composure.
Upon hearing this, President Winnie smiled faintly. She nodded slightly in gratitude: "Thank you for your compliment. I do indeed enjoy drinking tea. Tea is not just a beverage, but also a way of life. It allows one to find a moment of tranquility in a busy life and to appreciate the beauty of life through savoring it."
Seeing this, President Winnie chuckled and continued, "Originally, my plan was for you to complete tasks little by little over these three days, with me providing support. But then I realized that's far too inefficient. Think about it, starting with those small, fragmented tasks is not only a waste of time but also too slow in improving your strength. So, I've decided to change the plan. I'll guide you through some B-level tasks first. During the B-level tasks, I'll select a few A-level tasks for you to challenge based on your performance and abilities. As for S-level tasks, you know they're not easy. Even I struggle a bit facing S-level tasks alone. It's not just a challenge of strength; it involves many complex situations, so we won't consider S-level tasks for now."
As she spoke, she stood up and paced back and forth in the office, as if planning her future special training journey.
Upon hearing President Winnie's words about the meticulously planned special training program for them, Wang Xiaoyi felt a surge of admiration and gratitude. His eyes instantly brightened, and he launched into a torrent of praise: "President, your thoughtfulness is like the rays of sunlight piercing through the morning mist—delicate and perfectly timed. Every arrangement regarding our special training, whether big or small, is meticulously considered. Like a wise sage who sees through everything, no detail escapes your discerning eye. Your care for the newcomers is like a vast river formed from countless streams—a selfless and unconditional love."
He paused briefly, a self-deprecating look on his face, and continued, "As the head of the association, you must be surrounded by mountains of official duties every day. Each matter is like a surging wave, one after another rushing towards you. Yet, even so, you still managed to squeeze out three whole days from this hectic pile of tasks to assist our special training. It's like clearing a broad road through a dense forest—how difficult that is! If I were in your position, even just a small president, I would be doing quite well to be able to spare half a day under such heavy pressure. Compared to you, I am like a firefly compared to the moon, a world of difference. I will never be able to reach your level in my entire life, President."
This is Wang Xiaoyi's classic tactic honed over years in the workplace. He always cleverly places himself in a very low position, like a tiny ant at the foot of a towering mountain, while elevating the other person as if placing them on a celestial abode. After flattering the other person to the point of euphoria, even if they make a small mistake at work, those who were originally waiting to cause trouble will, upon seeing how sweet his words are, how he understands their needs, and their hearts will blossom like flowers touched by a spring breeze. The mistake they were initially fixated on will simply be forgotten. This is a survival wisdom, a way to defuse crises and win favor in this complex world.
Alpha and Allen nodded in agreement, their eyes filled with recognition.
The system notification rang out crisply: "Ding, gratitude points +50." Wang Xiaoyi silently thought to himself, "System, this President Vinnie seems to have a particular fondness for black tea. Could you perhaps grant me some Lapsang Souchong, Dianhong, or Dazhenye tea through my gratitude points system? If possible, West Lake Longjing or Anji White Tea would also be nice, and high-quality Tieguanyin would be even better. These teas are perfect for gifting and could easily be categorized as part of a gift set."
Just then, the system notification sounded again: "Ding, limited-time task. Please open the Gratitude Points Lottery System's rare prize pool and complete one lottery draw." Upon hearing this, Wang Xiaoyi's mind was instantly filled with a big question mark. He was full of doubts. What exactly was going on?
Despite his confusion, Wang Xiaoyi did as instructed. He mentally activated the Gratitude Points Lottery System and selected a prize from the rare prize pool. The pointer spun rapidly among the many options, finally stopping on the slip of paper whose illustrations were already unlocked. This result made Wang Xiaoyi suddenly realize that the system maintainer was using this method to convey some kind of information to him.
Wang Xiaoyi hurriedly pulled out the slip of paper he had drawn from his backpack, eagerly opened it, and was immediately left speechless. The paper simply read, "I'm angry, hmph." Wang Xiaoyi felt utterly helpless. He wondered to himself, could this system maintainer be a woman? Was she jealous because he had just praised the beautiful guild leader in front of him? Thinking this, Wang Xiaoyi could only repeatedly plead in his mind, "Incomparable, extraordinary, omniscient, omnipotent, generous, far-sighted, thoughtful, and understanding system master, you must listen to my explanation! Look, she's the guild leader, and a Gold-level adventurer at that! I need her to help me level up! You know, my life is in her hands from now on! You're so good to me, practically the best in the universe! Please don't be angry over such a small thing!"
"Oh, my unparalleled, extraordinary, omniscient, omnipotent, generous, far-sighted, thoughtful, and understanding System Master, do you know that I have long harbored a wonderful wish: to share with you all the delicious and fun things I can find? Every time I taste a mouthwatering delicacy or discover something new and interesting, my first thought is how wonderful it would be if you could experience it right away."
But this is incredibly difficult for me. Like a fly trapped in a glass bottle, I can see the outside world, but I can't break through this invisible barrier. I've been struggling to contact you, feeling like a traveler groping alone in the dark, unable to find the way to you.
Throughout my life, you have always been like the warm sunshine, proactively shining your light to illuminate my path. You always send me various messages, which are like keys to unlock new journeys, providing me with guidance and help. As for me, I am like an awkward child, standing on this end of the information chain, only able to passively receive it, unable to express any of my innermost thoughts to you, to convey my deepest respect and gratitude.
I remember many times when I received delicious food, its enticing aroma seeming to urge me to share its flavor with someone important as soon as possible; and all those fun things, every detail brimming with novelty and joy, I longed to offer them to you with both hands immediately. In my heart, you are such an important being, like the vast earth, capable of bearing all things, giving me space to live and grow. Without you, I am like a drifting leaf, without any support, nothing at all, only able to wander alone in the world, without direction or meaning.
Oh, you incomparably extraordinary, omniscient, omnipotent, generous, far-sighted, thoughtful, and understanding System Master, you are like the absolute ruler of the endless universe, omnipresent and omniscient. Deep in my heart, I have long harbored a burning desire. Like a seed wrapped in dark soil, eagerly yearning for the nourishment of sunlight and rain, I especially want to offer you all the delicious food and fun things in the world.
In my heart, you have transcended everything, like the brilliant sun hanging high in the sky, the very meaning of my existence. Without you, I am like a withered leaf, drifting aimlessly in this cold and heartless world, without any value or belonging.
Perhaps it was Wang Xiaoyi's sincere words that seeped into some mysterious place like a gentle stream, producing an unexpected effect. Just then, the system notification sound, as clear as heavenly music, rang out: "Ding, Mission: Devout Believer."
Mission Requirements: Please go to the temple in Elparan City to offer the most abundant offerings and the most devout prayers to the goddess.
Quest Rewards: 1-3 pieces of divinely bestowed equipment.
Wang Xiaoyi was immediately filled with joy. "It's done! Divine equipment!" he thought to himself. "In that case, I can have Guild Leader Winnie guide me to level 30 so I can do the 'Holy Word' quest. This 'Holy Word' is a pretty good skill, and I believe it will definitely play a significant role in my adventure."
President Winnie watched Wang Xiaoyi quietly from the side, noticing him lost in thought for a long time without saying a word. But she didn't interrupt him; instead, she sat quietly at her desk, elegantly savoring her favorite black tea. The rising aroma of the tea filled the surrounding space, like a tranquil and beautiful painting.
After a while, Wang Xiaoyi finally snapped out of his thoughts about the system. When he looked up, he saw President Winnie staring at him with amusement, her eyes seemingly holding endless mysteries, which made Wang Xiaoyi feel a little guilty.
Wang Xiaoyi realized he'd almost finished the breakfast sets, and the next ones would all be the "Beauty Sets." Wasn't this woman a stunning beauty? Giving them to her would surely make her happy. The Beauty Sets included a delicate eyebrow pencil set, a multi-functional makeup mirror, a high-end nail clipper set, and a facial massager; there were also some skincare sample sets, containing serums, creams, and toners; tea tree oil samples, with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and acne-fighting effects, like a little health guardian; and calendula extract samples, which were excellent for soothing and repairing damaged skin, like a gentle angel for the skin.
Wang Xiaoyi took out the items one by one, enthusiastically introducing them to President Winnie like a salesman: "President, look, these products are all fantastic. You are so beautiful and charming, like the most dazzling star in the night sky, you don't need these to enhance your beauty at all. However, like the little joys in life, it's fun to play with them when you have nothing to do. Moreover, they also make a great gift. If you give them to your friends, they will definitely feel your thoughtfulness and care."
After saying that, Wang Xiaoyi began to ponder to himself again: "Unparalleled, extraordinary, omniscient, omnipotent, generous, far-sighted, thoughtful, and understanding System Master, don't worry, you have a share here too. I prepared several extra for you. If you want to keep them for yourself, keep them; if you want to give them to others, give them to others. You see, I only prepared one for President Winnie, but I prepared several for you."
Wang Xiaoyi thought to himself, "Women are like delicate flowers, with sensitive and delicate minds. You must never let them know that you treat other women better than her. If you accidentally break this taboo, it will be like stirring up a hornet's nest, and the consequences will be unimaginable."
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