"Holy crap! A secret realm has appeared at sea! Why hasn't anyone discovered it or reported it?"
"It was discovered by the patrol officers on the coast; the survey team had already gone there..."
Suddenly, an employee ran into the office and called out.
"What? A new secret realm has appeared?"
"Where is it? What does it look like?"
"What are the rules? I wonder if I'll have a chance to get in this time..."
The news of the new secret realm's emergence was like a bomb dropped on the office, instantly turning the calm and dull office into a boiling cauldron.
Upon hearing this news, the operator immediately realized something and quickly retrieved the video recording from that morning.
"Holy crap, could this be the secret realm that the patrol team discovered?"
*
Dark alley, Old Fish Snack Shop.
The shop has been open for a while now, and business is picking up, with a constant stream of customers every day.
Big Eyes, who had returned from his studies, was put in charge of cooking.
Old Fish Head is in charge of the cashier and controls the finances.
Lightning – an electric-type ability user who acts as both a waiter and a henchman.
The two men and those who walk through walls work on a three-day work week with two days off because their work is dangerous, tiring, and involves exposure to wind and sun.
It's what they call working hard for three days and then resting for two.
Erxu is helping to wipe the tables in the shop right now.
But as I was wiping, I started to drift off into thought.
It's been three days already, and the news of the new underwater secret realm has spread far and wide, but why haven't we heard anything from the regulatory bureau yet?
Are you trying to renege on your debt?
"I'd like a crab roe fried rice and a seaweed soup."
A regular customer walked in and skillfully placed his order.
Seeing Erxu mechanically wiping the table without moving, he teased:
"Erxu, didn't you say you were the first to discover the secret realm? Why are you still wiping the table here?"
"Why don't you go to Paradise and have some fun? Hahaha..."
Everyone else burst into laughter upon hearing this.
Clearly, they didn't believe that Erxu was the first to discover the secret realm; they all thought he was just bragging.
Now we can't help but make fun of him, can we?
Erxu slammed the rag in his hand onto the table and rolled up his sleeves.
"I was the first to discover this secret realm! I even reported it to the regulatory bureau. If you don't believe me, I'll show you the video I took that day..."
He then took out the crystal card and started playing the video in front of everyone.
The others, however, still didn't take it seriously.
"Now that you have the second beard, stop daydreaming. I have several videos like this saved in my crystal card."
"Who wouldn't want to be the first to discover the secret realm? But none of us have that kind of luck. You should just come back to reality sooner rather than later."
"Hey, have you guys heard? The new secret realm has been named... Ghost Ship!"
The diners stopped paying attention to the two mustards and started discussing the hottest topic of the day.
Erxu covered his head and roared, "Why don't you believe me!"
"Sigh, another one has gone mad."
Some people shook their heads and sighed in what they thought was wisdom.
Just then, the crystal card in Erxu's jacket pocket vibrated.
He took it out and saw that it was a communication from the regulatory bureau!
"Shh! The regulatory agency called me!"
The diners continued eating, drinking, and chatting, and no one paid any attention.
Until Old Fish Head shouted, "Quiet down, all of you!"
In an instant, the once noisy lobby fell silent; you could hear a pin drop.
Diners are still somewhat hesitant about the old fish head.
Old Fish Head winked at Erxu, signaling him to answer the call.
Second, you must hurry and do as instructed.
"Hello, is this Mr. Erxu?"
"I am!"
"It has been confirmed that the secret realm in the video you sent three days ago is the newly emerged secret realm—the Ghost Ship."
"As the first person to discover and report this secret place, you will receive a reward from the regulatory authority. Please come to the regulatory authority to collect it as soon as possible."
"Finally, thank you for your report, and we hope you will continue your efforts in the future."
This statement was released to the public.
Everyone in the lobby heard it.
The way he looked at Erxu instantly changed.
"You're something else, kid!" Old Fish Head patted Erxu heavily on the shoulder.
"Second Brother, you'll be a millionaire in the future, so please remember to take care of us neighbors."
"Erxu, I didn't expect you to be telling the truth. I apologize to you, brother. Come visit me at my house often. Your sister was talking about you the other day."
"Wow, I never thought I'd witness the birth of a millionaire. Looks like I'll have to come here to eat more often; maybe I can catch some of his luck."
...
The diners gathered around Erxu, smiling broadly and talking enthusiastically.
Old Fish Head waved his hand and said, "Our shop is closed for the day today. If you don't finish your food, please take it with you. If it's not served yet, please come back tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience."
As soon as the shop was empty, Old Fish Head lightly kicked Erxu: "What are you still standing there for? Let's go."
Erxu was taken aback: "Where to?"
"You idiot! Of course you should go to the regulatory bureau to collect your bonus!"
Finally, all five people in the store set out to "escort" Erxu to the Secret Realm Supervision Bureau.
Halfway there, Erxu's excitement and surreal feeling, as if he were in a dream, gradually faded.
Instead, tension and worry prevailed.
He kept glancing at the eldest brother sitting in front.
Given the boss's penny-pinching nature, I'll probably lose this bonus before I even have a chance to enjoy it.
It would have been one thing in the past, but this time it's a million!
A full 1 million crystals!
He never dared to dream of such money before, money he could never earn in his entire life, but now it's within his grasp!
Erxu quickly racked his brains, determined not to let the boss take the money away.
Suddenly, he thought of someone and secretly used the crystal card to send her a message.
"I'm at Jiali Restaurant. After you receive your bonus, please invite Old Fish Head and the others to the restaurant for dinner."
"I'll talk to your boss then. What's yours is yours, and nobody can take it away."
After receiving Sister Li's reply, Erxu felt relieved.
He wiped his sweaty hands on his trouser leg.
Watching the scenery rushing past the taxi window, I let my joy spread wildly.
A moment later, the taxi arrived in front of the regulatory bureau building.
Erxu entered the building alone, watched by Lao Yutou and the others.
He came out about ten minutes later.
His face was beaming with barely suppressed joy.
From head to toe, happiness radiated from them.
Old Fish Head, who was leaning against a pillar in front of the building, straightened up and spat out a leaf he was chewing.
He strode over and put his arm around the person, asking, "How much?"
The three big-eyed people also gathered around.
Erxu chuckled, "Guess?"
Old Fish Head slapped him across the face, "Don't guess, just tell me."
Erxu held up two fingers and said, "Two million."
"Holy crap, how much?!"
"You've struck it rich, Erxu!"
"Treat us to a meal!"
Erxu, with the air of a nouveau riche, said with great arrogance, "Alright, it's my treat! Let's go to that Jiali Restaurant for a meal."
"I've heard so much about how delicious the food is at that restaurant. Let's go try it today."
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