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Chapter 543 - 413: Not a Single Good Apple · Oct 13, 2026

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501 Chapter 501 - 373: Maiden Star Realm 2026-10-13
502 Chapter 502 - 374: News 2026-10-13
503 Chapter 503 - 375: Exposed 2026-10-13
504 Chapter 504 - 376: The Former Supreme 2026-10-13
505 Chapter 505 - 377: Old and Shrewd 2026-10-13
506 Chapter 506 - 378: Unexpected Discovery 2026-10-13
507 Chapter 507 - 379: Returning the Favor – Targeted (Double-Length - , Please Vote) 2026-10-13
508 Chapter 508 - 379: Returning the Favor – Targeted (Double-Length - , Please Vote) 2026-10-13
509 Chapter 509 - 379: Returning the Favor – Targeted (Double-Length - , Please Vote) 2026-10-13
510 Chapter 510 - 379: Returning the Favor – Targeted (Double-Length - , Please Vote) 2026-10-13
511 Chapter 511 - 381: Targeted at Every Turn 2026-10-13
512 Chapter 512 - 382: I Saved You 2026-10-13
513 Chapter 513 - 383: The Supreme’s Curiosity 2026-10-13
514 Chapter 514 - 384: Best Not to Act Rashly 2026-10-13
515 Chapter 515 - 385: Get Lost 2026-10-13
516 Chapter 516 - 386: Spare Me 2026-10-13
517 Chapter 517 - 387: Fighting Fire with Fire 2026-10-13
518 Chapter 518 - 388: The Hunt 2026-10-13
519 Chapter 519 - 389: No Other Choice 2026-10-13
520 Chapter 520 - 390: Enchanting Heart 2026-10-13
521 Chapter 521 - 391: So Tough 2026-10-13
522 Chapter 522 - 392: Going Too Far Is as Bad as Not Going Far Enough (Second Update) 2026-10-13
523 Chapter 523 - 393: Rushing Between Venues 2026-10-13
524 Chapter 524 - 394: Comprehensive Assessment 2026-10-13
525 Chapter 525 - 395: Divergent Opinions 2026-10-13
526 Chapter 526 - 396: Xiaohu’s Unusual Movement 2026-10-13
527 Chapter 527 - 397: Still Just a Child 2026-10-13
528 Chapter 528 - 398: Other Civilizations 2026-10-13
529 Chapter 529 - 399: Above the Supreme 2026-10-13
530 Chapter 530 - 400: Intensifying the Effort 2026-10-13
531 Chapter 531 - 401: Laying Low 2026-10-13
532 Chapter 532 - 402: Volunteering 2026-10-13
533 Chapter 533 - 403: The Dignity of Teachers 2026-10-13
534 Chapter 534 - 404: Immunity 2026-10-13
535 Chapter 535 - 405: No Resisting Allowed 2026-10-13
536 Chapter 536 - 406: The Killer Isn’t So Cold 2026-10-13
537 Chapter 537 - 407: Beat Me First, Then We’ll Talk 2026-10-13
538 Chapter 538 - 408: Evidence 2026-10-13
539 Chapter 539 - 409: The Patrol Guard’s Discovery 2026-10-13
540 Chapter 540 - 410: Taking Turns 2026-10-13
541 Chapter 541 - 411: Get Him 2026-10-13
542 Chapter 542 - 412: Coming to the Door 2026-10-13
543 Chapter 543 - 413: Not a Single Good Apple 2026-10-13
544 Chapter 544 - 414: Misgivings 2026-10-13
545 Chapter 545 - 415: The Tree Longs for Stillness, but the Wind Will Not Cease 2026-10-13
546 Chapter 546 - 416: Declaration of War 2026-10-13
547 Chapter 547 - 417: Failed Fishing Expedition 2026-10-13
548 Chapter 548 - 418: Whale Fall 2026-10-13
549 Chapter 549 - 419: I’m Not Worthy 2026-10-13
550 Chapter 550 - 420: Madness 2026-10-13

Chapter 543: Chapter 413: Not a Single Good Apple

The four people in the tea pavilion, except for the Modified Warrior who wasn’t eligible to sign up, each had their own sense of pride.

Bellini didn’t ask guests when ordering, but given her temperament, it was already a courtesy, at least she paid.

She was Mosman’s teacher, and if the student’s parents didn’t take the initiative to place an order, it was something for her to speak up about.

”Alright,” Gwendolyn smiled and then took out a box of cigarettes.

He handed a cigarette to the C-level Warrior, put one in his mouth, and the Warrior hurriedly offered his hands to light it for him.

Gwendolyn sat upright, naturally took a puff of the cigarette, and spoke lightly.

”I’ve been here twice before, you two weren’t here then, meeting you this time is fate.”

As he spoke, a robot came over carrying tea, ascending the steps.

After placing the tea down, a gentle female voice rang out, ”A pot of green mouth tea, please enjoy slowly.”

After speaking, it didn’t wait for a response, turned around and left.

”The robots here still can’t compare to Star No. 2,” Gwendolyn shook his head and sighed lightly, ”so backward.”

He wasn’t incapable of saying polite words, but he was used to being above others, realizing it was not conducive to communication, he naturally changed.

Bellini shook her head, ”Star No. 2 isn’t good either, it’s pretty much the same as here, the entire Hope Star Realm isn’t great.”

”Indeed,” Gwendolyn nodded deeply feeling, ”The Hope Star Realm in the Imperial domain is like an abandoned child.”

After some small talk, the tea was brewed and the C-level Warrior took the initiative to serve everyone tea.

He had already noticed that these three had their pride, so he, the Superpower Warrior, had to step in.

”Thank you,” Bellini gently sipped the tea, spoke seriously, ”Panda, let me formally introduce.”

”This is Gwendolyn’s sister, Gradi, who married Guard Captain Hertman.”

”Guard Captain Hertman??” Qu Jianlei blinked and honestly said, he really hadn’t heard of this person.

Even the title Guard Captain sounded new to him—was it part of the military hierarchy?

As a Cultivator, he paid attention to those who were stronger, of course, but also the military and City Guard information.

As for who the Planet Governor is, who the Vice is... he felt it was too far removed from his life, no need to pay attention.

”The Guard Captain for Vice Planet Governor Hoyel,” the C-level Warrior seriously introduced, looking proud.

Qu Jianlei blinked, glancing at Bellini... what kind of relation is this?

Bellini was usually very defiant, but at this moment she held back her arrogance.

She looked at Qu Jianlei and spoke earnestly, ”Lord Hertman is an A-level Warrior, Lord Hoyel’s most trusted person.”

This person not only has strong individual combat power but also controls considerable armed forces.

Moreover, this armed force is not from the City Guard or the military, requiring justification to mobilize.

The Guard Team... a random reason would suffice, sometimes no reason needed, almost served as a private Mercenary Corps.

Qu Jianlei pondered the relations within: the Vice Planet Governor’s Guard Captain’s... brother-in-law?

A bit convoluted, but if every link is valid, he indeed counts as significant.

As for the relationship between Gwendolyn and Gradi, it should be real, he’d seen student registration forms.

For students wanting admission, related social connections should be assessed... right?

Then Mosman’s uncle was Hertman, with such an identity, no wonder no student dared to provoke him.

So although Gwendolyn was just a Modified Warrior, having a C-level Guard was quite normal.

B-level Xiang Xue had a B-level female guard, it doesn’t mean her social status is above Gwendolyn’s.

It’s just that she has a Supreme father, convenient for deploying a Superpower Warrior.

Qu Jianlei, while pondering, also took out a cigarette and lit it—learning by example without offering the cigarette.

He took a couple of puffs and spoke, ”With your status, shouldn’t money be trivial for you?”

”Not really,” Gwendolyn nodded, answering frankly, ”but for some reason, I need money now.”

Qu Jianlei felt speechless hearing that reason, since it was inconvenient for others to reveal, how could he ask further?

But Bellini, keeping her academic straightforwardness, asked very straightforwardly, ”What reason?”

”You this...” Gwendolyn helplessly looked at her, clearly conveying: would you ask like this?

Considering that the other party was his child’s teacher, he hesitated but still answered.

”The boss said several years ago about leaving, while Lord Hoyel has been thinking about stepping up further...”

After a pause, he continued, ”The leader is considerably better than the second-in-command, you should understand?”

”At critical moments, the lord is very strict with his subordinates; not just me, even my brother-in-law can’t just make money.”

Qu Jianlei was stunned hearing this, such reasoning was common in the Divine Land, but... was it the same in the Imperial sector?

”Need to avoid suspicion...” Bellini, unusually, understood too, evidently this situation existed in the Imperial sector as well.

But immediately, she asked, ”Didn’t you secure a decent industry years ago?”

”You really dare to ask anything,” Gwendolyn shook his head, both amused and exasperated by this man’s bluntness.

However, he still answered, ”I have some holdings, but... I’m just holding shares on behalf of my brother-in-law!”

He was genuinely feeling troubled, ”No need to ask anymore, I don’t know if he’s holding on behalf of Hoyel...”

”Anyway, the money I get is pitifully low, but the expenses are high, always got to do something to make up for it.”

Qu Jianlei had been quietly listening, finding nothing suspicious, and finally spoke up.

”But with your expenses, five hundred thousand would only last a few days, how much more do you plan to need?”

Though he was unaware of the other party’s expenses, two and a half A-level Crystals could last only a few days.

With no small amount of boldness, Gwendolyn sized him up, ”Are you paying for it?”

Qu Jianlei nodded, ”If we can reach an agreement, this money... I’ll grit my teeth and pay it.”

No wonder you’re here! Gwendolyn fully understood, but for a mere Modified Warrior, such audacity, is it really okay?

He saw no need to be overly polite with this one, ”In the future... at least another two hundred million.”

Qu Jianlei blinked, ”What can you do to the other party?”

Gwendolyn, musing, replied, ”If I said annihilation... you probably wouldn’t believe it, right?”

”However, complete financial ruin, that’s achievable. Pay fifty thousand now, and you’ll see the result.”

Qu Jianlei pondered and spoke, ”If total ruin is the case... you could seize quite a bit of assets.”

He’s not inexperienced in wiping out other families; in the process of devouring completely, much wealth changes hands.

Gwendolyn glanced at him in surprise, ”An experienced hand too, no wonder you have money...”

Then shook his head and switched topics, ”But I can’t take everything, all the helpers need a cut, you know.”

Before Qu Jianlei could reply, Bellini spoke up, ”You can earn so much, yet still charge us?”

”That’s earned through my abilities,” Gwendolyn looked at her, bemused, ”You won’t want a share, will you?”

Bellini shook her head, ”We’re not looking for a share, but since you gain so much, why not offer it cheaper?”

”I have nothing to say to you,” Gwendolyn shook his head, helpless against the irrepressible need to vent.

Then he turned to Qu Jianlei, ”Panda brother, you seem sensible, am I wrong in doing this?”

Qu Jianlei pondered for a moment and slowly shook his head, ”Of course not, those who put in deserve to receive.”

Hearing this, Bellini became anxious, glaring at him, ”I’m speaking on your behalf, how can you be like this?”

”I wasn’t finished,” Qu Jianlei replied casually, then looked back at Gwendolyn.

”Many have assets, why target this particular family?”

”Because you want to vent,” Gwendolyn answered without hesitation, ”I can help and conveniently seize their assets.”

Qu Jianlei shook his head slightly, ”Don’t consider what we need, why not target someone else’s assets?”

Gwendolyn was taken aback and then responded, ”Because no one else has asked me.”

Qu Jianlei continued shaking his head, ”That’s not how it works, you don’t target others because there’s no reason.”

”You said now is a sensitive time, acting rashly isn’t suitable, and we... give you a reason!”

Gwendolyn paused, then laughed, ”So I should thank you for giving me an opportunity?”

Qu Jianlei pondered and replied, ”In a sense, it is so, therefore...”

”No therefore,” Gwendolyn interrupted without hesitation, a trace of impatience on his face.

”Many need help; if it weren’t for the kids, and that you’re worth knowing... I wouldn’t get involved!”

Bellini spoke up again, ”But your fee is a bit high.”

”Bellini, could you please stop talking?” Gwendolyn was truly reaching the end of his patience.

Then he turned back to Qu Jianlei, ”She’s not paying, so what do you say?”

Qu Jianlei had other suggestions, but seeing Bellini being rebuffed, he eventually sighed.

”Bellini’s opinion is mine as well... we won’t expect you to help for free, but the fee is quite steep.”

Are you kidding? Back then, he was the one wiping out others, outsiders profiting still had to be considerate of him.

Bellini silently gave a thumbs-up: Panda’s giving face!

Gwendolyn pondered for a moment before speaking slowly, ”Even at such a low opening price, I’m already mocked!”

”Although I’m short on funds, I can’t completely lose face.”

Qu Jianlei shook his head again, ”Gwendolyn, your thinking is off. This could be a showcase platform!”

”Aren’t you short on money? Many need help, do this well, and others will know you also offer this service!”

”As an advertisement, this is a good project... the matter isn’t small, and we’re on the side of justice!”

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