However, in the face of praise from the two esteemed figures, Gu Yuexi simply replied calmly, "It was just a transaction."
The implication was clear: she was paid to do a job, so there was no need for such pleasantries.
Qi Chongshan's smile stiffened. He hadn't expected this young woman to be so blunt, showing him no deference at all.
However, he hadn't come today just to thank her.
He took a deep breath, his expression turning serious as he said in a solemn voice, "Gu, I know what I'm about to ask might be a bit much."
"But this matter concerns the livelihoods of tens of millions of people in Du Nan City. I had no choice but to come!"
"I would like... to ask you and your Contracted Beast to act once more and completely eradicate the Spirit-Devouring Insect Calamity in Du Nan City!"
The moment he spoke, the atmosphere froze.
The first thought that popped into Chu Sheng's mosquito brain was—'Another job?'
'What about the pay?'
