fynovel Chapter 1338 Would you like to participate in a survey
Chapter 1338 Would you like to participate in a survey
Chapter 1338 Would you like to participate in a survey
Lex stood awkwardly, with Ripley looking around curiously at the 100 Inn workers who suddenly appeared all around them, looking like starved wolves staring at a lamb for slaughter.
Leading the group of 100 was Ash, the nominal leader of the planning division and former wedding planner. Her real name was longer, but considering the fact that Lex felt he mispronounced it even with the universal translator helping him out, he preferred to stick to Ash. In the end, it was merely a universal translator, not an accent adjuster or something like that.
The point was, Ash was very good at what she did, and after wedding planning she moved onto event planning for the Inn, until eventually Lex promoted her to overseeing the whole department. But she didn't want to get rid of her title as wedding planner, so she was not actually given the title of division head, hence becoming the 'nominal' leader despite being the real one. Lex no longer questioned the eccentricities of his workers, he just took them as they were.
"I think I can say with some confidence that no one in the Inn had any background in nurturing or shaping a realm," Lex told Ripley.
"Yes, I gathered as much," the auditor said. "Though I applaud your willingness to learn, it is not really a subject mortals can touch upon, so if any of you are interested, you can begin your educational journey once you reach the immortal realm."
The last part was addressed to the other workers, who apologized for the sudden intrusion and left. Lex did not miss the sudden determined look in Ash's eyes. If nothing unexpected happened, she would be becoming an immortal soon it seemed like.
"Lex I hope you understand that while I have been assigned a task by the Innkeeper, I can only point out flaws. To actually address and amend the situation will require hardwork and dedication from you and the other workers. You must live up to the expectations of the Innkeeper and make this realm the best you possibly can. As someone who has gleaned a hint of the Innkeepers intentions, I can assure you that more is at stake than you realize."
Lex only nodded as he tried not to display how he felt at the situation. His only real intention had been to get free labor out of the situation while dissuading the Celestial from bringing any friends, so it was weird to have someone else tell him about his own intentions.
"I will make sure to supplement my educational background as soon as possible," Lex said with a determined voice, gaining a nod from the Titan.
"Good. In that case, we will do the realm audit last. I will point out all the flaws that need addressing, and possible suggestions for how you may fix them. Of course, before you do any of that, it's best you get the Innkeepers approval for the changes. It might be possible that he has left certain flaws to facilitate other plans down the line."
"I will not make any fundamental changes without consulting the Innkeeper," Lex said seriously, gaining another nod of approval from Ripley.
Or maybe he'd restrict it using some other means than cultivation level. He had sentimental attachment to the manor, and didn't like seeing it overflowing like a crowded fish market. For now, though, a few thousand immortals surrounded the manor as they enjoyed themselves. If the space weren't so limited, even more would have come here.
Ripley and Lex, both wearing the good old Clark Kent glasses, walked up to a particular immortal who seemed to be engrossed in a book, sitting within the shade of a tree.
"Excuse me sir," Ripley said as they walked up to him. "My associate and I are conducting a survey about the Midnight Inn. Would you mind if we asked you some questions?"
The immortal lowered the book, which seemed to be some kind of map or guide towards the West - whatever that meant - and looked at them. He seemed slightly irritated, so before he could respond Lex chimed in.
"Of course, for participating in this survey you will be rewarded with a token containing 1,000,000 MP which can be used in the betting pool in the Midnight Games."
A million MP was not a lot to an immortal, of that Lex was certain. But an unexpected windfall was always welcome by everyone, and especially if it could allow you to have some fun without suffering any personal loss.
"Of course I can take the survey," the monkey said, doing a forward flip as it got off the ground. "My name is Wu Kong. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Lex smiled, and got ready for Ripley to ask questions, but noticed that the auditor froze. Then, in an unexpected move, he took off his glasses, revealed his genuine appearance, and bowed at a 90 degree angle.
"My apologies for deceiving you, senior. My name is Ripley from the Versalis Bank. I am doing an audit for the Innkeeper. I meant no disrespect."
Lex was confused about what was happening, but he certainly understood that Ripley must know who this Wu Kong person was. In fact, he was probably someone quite senior to make Ripley react like that.
Wait a minute... for Ripley, someone who regularly met Dao Lords, to suddenly react so seriously...
Mary suddenly talked to Lex directly in his mind.
"Lex, be very careful. You might be standing in front of a... a very powerful Dao Lord."