Chapter 55: Settling In (2)

"So much?" Hunter Liu couldn't help but praise Hong Jinbao's management skills. Suddenly, a thought crossed his mind, and he said, "Can I get some star crystals right now? I need them urgently."

Hong Jinbao nodded. "Of course. From now on, all the inn's revenue is yours to use as you please, Elder Liu. How many star crystals do you need this time?"

Hunter Liu thought for a moment. "Give me fifty for now."

"Understood. I'll fetch fifty low-grade star crystals for you shortly," Hong Jinbao replied without hesitation. He was happy to follow Hunter Liu's orders.

"Also, Elder Hong, could you arrange for three rooms to be vacated?" Hunter Liu added with a smile.

"No problem at all." Hong Jinbao turned to the innkeeper's assistant. "Clear out three rooms on the second floor for Elder Liu immediately. Elder Liu, please head upstairs while I fetch the star crystals for you."

"Thank you, Elder Hong," Hunter Liu said, cupping his fists in gratitude before following the assistant upstairs.

"Brother Hunter, you have to tell me—how did you get so skilled at gambling? And those moves with the dice cup—so cool! Teach me, please!"

As soon as the assistant left, Liu Huihui couldn't contain his curiosity. "Brother Hunter, I'm not exaggerating, but if there had been any young women watching back then, they'd have fallen head over heels for you. They'd never marry anyone else!"

"Huihui, are you saying I'm not a young woman? I was right there at the time!" Liu Qin interjected, stepping up beside him with a huff.

"I wouldn't dare, Liu Qin! Hunter Liu is already mesmerized by you—who else could compare?" Liu Huihui immediately surrendered.

"Enough, you two. Stop fooling around. I have something serious to discuss," Hunter Liu said, shaking his head at their antics.

"Alright, Brother Hunter, we're listening," Liu Huihui said, his playful demeanor fading. Liu Qin, however, pouted slightly, still a little annoyed but curious.

Hunter Liu sighed inwardly but ignored her expression. He spoke solemnly. "As I told you back in Liu Song Village, I've obtained a half-grade star technique that can help us rapidly increase our cultivation. Right now, we need to focus on strengthening ourselves. Set aside everything else for the time being and concentrate on training with me. That's all that matters for now."

"Brother Hunter, we understand. Liu Qin and I will work hard and not hold you back," Liu Huihui replied earnestly.

The events at the Changhong Inn earlier had left a deep impression on them. Hunter Liu's confrontation with the Qingshan Gang had made it clear that their conflict with the Skull Gang was inevitable. Additionally, the old village chief's final words had reminded them of their need to push their cultivation to higher levels.

Just then, there was a knock on the door. Hunter Liu quickly opened it to find Hong Jinbao holding a wooden box. Handing it over, Hong Jinbao said, "Elder Liu, here are fifty star crystals. If it's not enough, let me know, and I'll fetch more right away."

"Thank you, Elder Hong. These should suffice for now. My two friends and I will be in seclusion here for the next few days. I'm not sure how long it will take, but we'll need your support during this time," Hunter Liu said, opening the box to confirm its contents—fifty shimmering star crystals radiating faint starlight.

Hong Jinbao nodded. "Not a problem. I'll arrange for someone to deliver meals daily at regular intervals, and unless it's something urgent, I won't disturb you. Please rest assured and focus on your training."

With a polite smile, Hong Jinbao left the room, closing the door behind him.

Once the door was secured, Hunter Liu set the wooden box aside and turned to Liu Huihui and Liu Qin, his expression serious. "From now on, the three of us will focus entirely on cultivation. I'll teach you the star formula from the star technique I obtained. Memorize it well…"