Chapter 1079 - 1079: 1079 Retrieving the Quest<div>


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    Chapter 1079 Retrieving the Quest


    Lu Yu strolled into the vi, copsing onto the plush sofa in the living room. He casually reached for a nearby newspaper, flipping through the pages.<div>


    “The Heavenly Dragon Chamber of Commerce’s young mistress graces Skyplume City with her presence, seeking aid from a skilled expert,” the bold headline zoned across the front page proimed.


    Hu Zhan plopped down beside Lu Yu, a knowing grin on his face. “Quite the stir, wouldn’t you say? People are practically camped outside her hotel, chomping at the bit for this quest.”


    “Anyone who epts it is guaranteed a lifetime of riches, no doubt,” he remarked wistfully.


    Lu Yu furrowed his brow. “Wealth? Hardly a motivator for me.”


    He tossed the paper aside.


    “Of course,” Hu Zhan chuckled. “With your strength, money is a mere triviality. Who needs riches when you have power? Power brings wealth to your fingertips. ”


    Lu Yu rose from the sofa, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. “True enough, but with nothing pressing on us at the moment, why not join in on the fun?”


    “Let’s see what this quest entails. If it’s a simple fetch quest, I wouldn’t mindpleting it and bolstering my reputation. As for the reward, it holds no value for me.’


    “Sounds like a n. I’ll tag along,” Hu Zhan readily agreed.


    The two exited the vi, their steps carrying them towards the bustling city center and the designated hotel.


    As they rounded a corner, a sizable crowd blocking the street ahead came into view. They were crammed in front of the hotel entrance, their faces etched with anticipation.<div>


    Lu Yu spotted a lone figure emerge from the hotel doors—a young woman in a vibrantly colored cheongsam, clutching a yellow parchment in her hand. She approached a bulletin board near the entrance and carefully affixed the parchment to its surface.


    “Mydy seeks assistance in locating her lost battle pet,” the woman dered in a clear, authoritative voice. “A handsome reward awaits the one who returns it safely.”


    “The exact nature of the reward will be revealed upon sessful questpletion. However, rest assured, the esteemed Heavenly Dragon Chamber of Commerce vouches for its generosity!”


    A flurry of excited murmurs rippled through the crowd.


    “A lost battle pet? How peculiar. What kind of negligence is this?”


    “Considering her pedigree, how powerful could this lost pet be? A bit careless, wouldn’t you say?”


    “The daughter of the Heavenly Dragon Chamber of Commerce president, no less. Who knows what kind of fearsome beast she’s lost?”


    “Probably nothing like the measly lizards we’ve encountered. This must be a mighty dragon, a real powerhouse!”


    “This quest won’t be a walk in the park, that’s for sure.”


    Everyone craned their necks to get a better look at the posted quest details.


    “The missing pet is an Azure Water Dragon,” the announcement continued. “It is distinguished by its cerulean hue and possesses average defensive and offensive capabilities. While not particrlyrge, it has the remarkable ability to produce a continuous stream of pure water.”<div>


    “It recently sustained a chest injury during training and subsequently escaped.”


    Lu Yu gleaned the gist of the situation from the announcement. This Azure Water Dragon must have held immense sentimental value for the young woman.


    Though not abat-oriented dragon, its ability to produce pure water made it a valuablepanion. It was no wonder she was so desperate to have it back.


    “Thetest intel suggests the Azure Water Dragon fled into the ck Forest, most likely seeking refuge in a secluded area. Locating it in short order will prove challenging,” the woman concluded, sending a wave of apprehension through the assembled crowd.


    Panic erupted amidst the crowd.


    “ckwood Forest?!” someone shrieked. “That ce is teeming with vile beasts! Even seasoned adventurers lose ayer of skin venturing in there, at the very least. This quest is pure insanity!”


    “The Azure Water Dragon is surely dead by now,” another echoed. “It wouldn’tst half a day in that hellscape.”


    Murmurs of agreement rippled through the crowd. “Absolutely. This quest is a death wish. We wouldn’t even find our way back, let alone a lost dragon.”


    “Don’t be such a coward. Scared of a little danger?”


    Someone scoffed. “Easy for you to say. But before you waltz into the ckwood Forest, you better be prepared. Anti-venom, potions galore, top-notch gear, a fast mount for a quick getaway, and enough life-saving talismans to choke a horse! Even then, there’s no guarantee you’ll find the darn dragon.”


    “Regardless, I don’t n to go in. The risk is too great. I can’t afford it.”<div>


    The crowd began to disperse, their priorities clearly set. A generous reward was tempting, but staying alive was more so.


    The silence stretched, broken only by the anxious murmurs of the young woman who had issued the quest. Hu Zhan tugged on Lu Yu’s sleeve.


    “Why not take it, Lu Yu?” he whispered. “We’re free, andpleting this could boost our reputation considerably.”


    Lu Yu considered it for a moment. “Alright, let’s ept it. The difficulty lies not in the quest itself, but in finding the creature with luck on our side.”


    Just as Lu Yu was about to step forward, another figure emerged from the inn’s entrance. This time, it was a vision in light pink, her dress flowing gracefully behind her as two maids fussed over her train.


    Her short blonde hair framed a heart-shaped face with wless skin, ruby lips, and pearlescent teeth. An air of delicate allure clung to her like a fragrant perfume.


    Her gaze swept over the crowd,nding with a hint of disappointment. A collective gasp rose from the onlookers.


    “She’s here! So beautiful!”


    “The daughter of the Heavenly Dragon Chamber of Commerce is a goddesspared to our local girls!”


    “I’d ept the quest in a heartbeat, even if it meant failure. Just to be graced with her presence…”


    “Don’t be ridiculous! epting the quest means entering the ckwood


    Forest! Refusing might be seen as disrespect, but entering is certain death for us ordinary folks.”


    The chattering crowd quieted once more, the weight of the situation settling in. No one dared to approach.


    The young woman, Xu Lingyun, addressed the crowd with a hopeful smile. “My name is Xu Lingyun, and I, the daughter of the Heavenly Dragon Chamber of


    Commerce president, implore your assistance inpleting this quest. Is there truly no one among you with the strength and courage to ept this challenge?”


    Her hopeful eyes scanned the faces before her, searching for a glimmer of bravery..