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Chapter 1130: A Moneyless Beginning
Zhao Wuji ran all the way and finally escaped to the nearest town, "Ping'an Town".

He leaned against the wall to catch his breath, then looked down at himself - his clothes were torn by branches, his shoes were covered in mud, and he looked like a beggar fleeing famine.

"System, how much money do I have now?" he asked weakly.

【System prompt】

Host's current property: Copper coins x 5
(Note: A bowl of plain noodles costs 10 copper coins)

Zhao Wuji: “…”

"So, I can't even afford a bowl of noodles?!"

【System prompt】

Yes, it is recommended that the host make money as soon as possible, otherwise he may starve to death.

The corner of Zhao Wuji's mouth twitched, and he was about to curse when he suddenly heard a noise coming from not far away.

"Come on, come on! Bet big or small, buy it and leave it!"

He looked in the direction of the sound and saw a simple gambling stall on the corner of the street. Several gangsters were gambling with dice. Among them was a young man in fancy clothes and a melon-shaped hat, who was collecting money with a smile on his face.

"Wei Xiaobao?!" Zhao Wuji's eyes lit up.

This is the God of Wealth in The Deer and the Cauldron! If I could make some money from him...

【System prompt】

New tasks released!
Mission name: Steal Wei Xiaobao's purse

Mission content: Take Wei Xiaobao's money without anyone noticing.

Reward: Light Kung Fu +1
Failure penalty: Wei Xiaobao stole the money and he became in debt of 10 taels of silver

Zhao Wuji: “…”

"System, are you serious? You want me to steal Wei Xiaobao? He is the most cunning person in the world!"

【System prompt】

High risk, high reward, come on host.

Zhao Wuji took a deep breath and looked at his shabby attribute panel——

Power: 5
Agility: 6
Intelligence: 7
Charisma: 4
"This is a system that reduces intelligence. This attribute is useless!" he said angrily.

But system tasks cannot be avoided, otherwise who knows what punishment will be imposed?
"Forget it, let's give it a try and turn a bicycle into a motorcycle!"

Zhao Wuji approached the gambling stall stealthily, observing Wei Xiaobao's movements.

Wei Xiaobao had just won a round, and happily stuffed the silver into his arms, muttering: "I'm lucky today, let's go to Lichun Courtyard to drink wine later!"

Zhao Wuji's eyes lit up: "Here comes the opportunity!"

He pretended to pass by, and when Wei Xiaobao lowered his head to count the money, he suddenly reached out and took out -

"Shh!"

As soon as his hand touched the purse, Wei Xiaobao suddenly looked up and grinned at him: "Brother, did you touch the wrong place?"

Zhao Wuji felt a chill in his heart: "It's over!"

The next second, Wei Xiaobao grabbed his wrist with his backhand and said with a grin, "Your technique is too rough, who did you learn it from?"

Zhao Wuji laughed dryly: "Um... I said I wanted to help you sort out your purse, do you believe me?"

Wei Xiaobao laughed loudly: "I believe it! Why not? I, Wei Xiaobao, am the most loyal person. Since you are so enthusiastic, why don't you do me a favor?"

"What's the deal?"

"I'm short of money recently, can you lend me 10 taels of silver to help me get by?"

Zhao Wuji: “???”

"No, I don't have any money!"

Wei Xiaobao patted his shoulder and said sincerely: "It's okay, I can buy it on credit."

【System prompt】

mission failed!

Punishment takes effect: debt of 10 taels of silver (creditor: Wei Xiaobao)

Additional effect: Wei Xiaobao's favorability towards the host +5 (thinks you are very interesting)
Zhao Wuji wanted to cry but had no tears: "System, you tricked me!"

Wei Xiaobao hooked his arm around Zhao Wuji's shoulder and said enthusiastically, "Come on! I'll take you to a fun place!"

Ten minutes later, Zhao Wuji stood at the entrance of "Lichunyuan" with a pale face. "Is this the fun place you mentioned?"

Wei Xiaobao blinked his eyes: "Of course! Here we have a one-stop service of eating, drinking and having fun, and we can also work to pay off debts, what a good deal!"

Zhao Wuji: “…”

Before he could react, Wei Xiaobao pushed him in and he ran head-on into a heavily made-up brothel owner.

"Hey, Master Wei, who is this?"

Wei Xiaobao said with a smile: "This is my new little brother. He owes me 10 taels of silver. Let him work here to pay off the debt!"

The madam looked Zhao Wuji up and down, frowned and said, "He is average looking and thin, so he can only be a handyman."

Zhao Wuji: “…”

He was a time traveler, but he had to end up doing odd jobs in a brothel? !
【System prompt】

New tasks released!
Mission name: Survive one day in Lichunyuan

Mission: Avoid being beaten by customers, being scorned by girls, and having all your wages deducted by the madam.

Reward: Charm +1 (after all, he was not kicked out)

Failure penalty: debt increased to 20 taels

Zhao Wuji gritted his teeth and said, "System, are you in cahoots with Wei Xiaobao?!"

In order to avoid falling into the situation of cleaning toilets, Zhao Wuji decided to play to the advantages of being a "modern person" -
**Busking! **
He stood in the middle of the lobby, cleared his throat, and said loudly: "Dear guests! I'm new here, let me show you my unique skills!"

The guests looked over with curiosity.

Zhao Wuji took a deep breath and began——

"The spring breeze of reform is blowing everywhere, and the Chinese people are really striving hard!"

There was silence.

Wei Xiaobao spat out a mouthful of tea: "What the hell is this?"

Zhao Wuji remained calm and continued his performance:

"The Supreme Master of the Martial World, with a precious sword that slays dragons, commands the world, and no one dares to disobey!"

"——If Yi Tian doesn't come out, who can compete with me?"

As soon as this classic line from "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber" came out, someone finally applauded.

"Okay! Interesting!"

The madam nodded in satisfaction: "At least you are not a waste. From now on, you will be responsible for telling stories!"

Zhao Wuji breathed a sigh of relief, finally maintaining his dignity.

【System prompt】

mission completed!

Reward: Charm +1 (Host successfully conquered the audience with his awkward performance)

Current debt: 10 taels (but food and accommodation are provided)
In the evening, Wei Xiaobao came to Zhao Wuji with a pot of wine and said with a smile: "Brother, your performance today was amazing!"

Zhao Wuji was helpless: "Brother Wei, what do you want to do?"

Wei Xiaobao came closer and whispered, "I think you're quite smart, why don't you join me? Let's cheat together... ahem, make money together!"

Zhao Wuji was suspicious: "Are you so kind?"

Wei Xiaobao patted his chest and said, "I, Wei Xiaobao, am the most loyal! As long as you do me a favor, all debts will be written off!"

"What's the deal?"

"Help me deal with a troublesome person tomorrow."

"Who?"

"Hai Dafu."

Zhao Wuji: “…”

【System prompt】

New mission preview:
Tomorrow the plot will be triggered to battle wits with Hai Dafu.

It is recommended that the host prepare lime powder, knockout drugs, and an escape plan in advance.