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Weekend, Linhai City Trainers Guild.

This is a five-story building with a dignified and imposing style. The exterior walls are made of dark gray stone, and the entrance is adorned with the League emblem and the guild's unique cross-shaped Poké Ball and sword and shield symbol.

Compared to the noise and extravagance of the arena, this place appears more solemn and pragmatic.

The hall was bustling with people, but the atmosphere was quite different from that of the arena.

Most of the trainers here are travel-worn, well-equipped and practical, with expressions that reflect the weariness and competence of years of outdoor activities.

They either gathered in front of the huge task announcement screen to discuss things in hushed tones, or handed over tasks and received their rewards at the front desk, the air filled with a peculiar smell that was a mixture of sweat, dust and a hint of herbal scent.

Su Wenya wore a casual outfit that allowed her to move around easily today, and her long hair was neatly tied into a ponytail, making her look refreshing and capable.

She was clearly not a first-timer here, and she led Gu Beiri through the crowd to the "Newcomer Registration and Consultation" window on one side.

"Register as a bounty hunter, preparatory class student." Su Wenya handed Gu Beiri's identification documents into the window.

The staff member behind the window was a serious-looking middle-aged man. He took the document and checked it carefully, then looked up and sized up Gu Beiri, his gaze lingering for a moment on Gu Beiri's slightly immature but determined face.

"Preparatory class student... Gu Beiri?" The uncle seemed to remember something. "The one who got first place in the written exam?"

Gu Beiri nodded, somewhat surprised.

"Yes, Researcher Su mentioned you to me." The uncle's expression softened a bit as he quickly operated the computer. "The registration fee is 100 Alliance Coins. We need to collect your fingerprints and iris information to create a basic profile."

The procedures were completed quickly.

Gu Beiri received a metal ID card with his photo and number printed on it. The card was dark silver with anti-counterfeiting features on the edge.

Bounty Hunter: Gu Beiri

Current Level: Trainee

"Apprentice hunters can only take on E-rank missions independently. To take on D-rank missions, you need a certified hunter of three stars or higher as a guarantor, or your mentor to sign a risk informed consent form."

The man handed the card back to him and then took out a thin "Beginner Hunter's Handbook".

"The task announcement screen is over there. Green indicates level E, blue indicates level D, and you won't see level C and above in purple for now. Remember to register at the front desk after accepting a task. After completing the task, you can settle the payment with your receipt and the task target (such as photos, samples, etc.). Remember, safety first, and act within your capabilities."

"Thank you." Gu Beiri carefully put away the card and booklet.

The two walked up to the huge circular mission announcement screen.

The screen was filled with various task information, categorized by region, type, and difficulty.

Gu Beiri looked up and saw:

【E-173】Eastern outskirts of Qingzhu Town: A small number of lone Radas are grazing on crops in the fields. They need to be driven away or captured.

Reward: 800 Alliance Coins, 15 Guild Points.

Limited time offer: 3 days.

【E-209】In the old town of Linhai City, Ghost-type Pokémon are disturbing residents at night. An investigation and reassurance are required.

Reward: 1200 Alliance Coins, 20 Guild Points.

Note: This game is recommended for trainers who have knowledge of Ghost-type Pokémon or related skills.

……

The tasks are varied, and the rewards and points differ greatly.

Most E-level missions are simple and straightforward, but the rewards and points are also low.

Rank D missions are significantly more complex, involving activities such as wilderness exploration, escorting, and investigation, and the rewards and points are also more attractive.

"Let's take a look at the E-level ones first and familiarize ourselves with the process," Su Wenya suggested. "It's best to choose one close to Qingzhu Town, so you're familiar with the area and it'll be convenient to travel back and forth."

Gu Beiri nodded, his eyes searching the screen.

Soon, a task caught his attention.

【E-191】In the old river valley area north of Qingzhu Town, several monkey monsters have been frequently harassing passersby and stealing their food. There have been no reports of them injuring anyone. The monkey monsters need to be dispersed or lured away.

Reward: 1000 Alliance Coins, 18 Guild Points.

Note: There are approximately 3-5 monkey monsters, and they are easily angered. It is recommended to use non-lethal methods to drive them away.

Laohetao?

Gu Beiri remembered the place; it was a riverbank forest near a tributary of the Qingzhu River, with a slightly complicated terrain, but not dangerous.

"How about this one?" he asked Su Wenya, pointing it out to her.

Su Wenya glanced at the mission description and nodded: "Okay. Although the monkey monsters are easily angered, they usually behave in groups in a predictable way. As long as we don't provoke them into a fight to the death, driving them away shouldn't be too difficult. The reward and points are pretty good for an E-rank."

She paused, then reminded him, "However, the mission says 'no injuries reported yet,' which doesn't mean it's absolutely safe."

"The monkey monster is a real problem when it goes berserk."

"clear."

Gu Bei wrote down the task number in his diary and went to the front desk to register and accept the task.

The receptionist saw the mission number, glanced at Gu Beiri and the sheep beside him, and didn't say much. He simply registered the information and gave him an electronic token indicating that the mission had been accepted.

"The mission has a three-day deadline, starting now. After completion, use this marker to photograph evidence that the monkey monsters have left the mission area, or... if you capture them, bring them back to the guild. Be careful."

……

That afternoon, north of Qingzhu Town, at the old river bend.

This is a mudflat woodland formed by river alluvium. The trees are not dense, but there are many shrubs. The ground is slippery and scattered with pebbles of different sizes.

The air was filled with the fishy smell of the river and the smell of mud.

Gu Beiri did not venture further in rashly.

He first observed from the outside for a while, then had Mare the sheep create a small electrical field to sense the surrounding energy fluctuations.

Soon, they found their target near a small, slightly elevated hillside next to a wild persimmon tree.

Four monkey monsters.

They were gathered under the persimmon tree, chirping and chattering. Some were trying to shake the trunk, while others were picking up the fallen, half-ripe wild persimmons.

One of the larger ones, seemingly the leader, was happily eating a loaf of bread that it had stolen.

As the mission description suggests, these monkey monsters appear to be merely preoccupied with food and do not exhibit any particularly strong aggression.

"Four... one more than we expected." Gu Beiri whispered to the sheep from behind a bush, "Our goal is to disperse them, not to fight them head-on. Make a scene as much as possible, so they feel it's not safe here and leave on their own."

"Mwah." Mare the sheep nodded, its eyes focused.

"Here's the plan..." Gu Beiri quickly deployed, "You first quietly set up the electrical field to cover that area, but don't go all out, keep it hidden."

Then, I attract their attention with sound, and while they are distracted, you use a generator to blast the ground next to them or the persimmon tree, creating an explosion and a sound.

Remember, don't hit them directly!

"Once you scare off the first wave, when they panic and run away, you can use electromagnetic waves to interfere with the last one and slow down their gathering."

We'll chase them for a distance, and once they're out of the old Hetao region, we'll consider it a success.

Simple, but effective.

By exploiting the monkey monsters' susceptibility to fright, they were forced to flee through sudden attacks and the oppressive feeling of an electric field.

Getting angry only happens when you feel threatened. Can't you just let other emotions replace anger?

There are so many people who are all bark and no bite, the same applies to elves.

Mare the sheep understood the tactic, and the static electricity on its body began to spread extremely slowly and quietly. The golden electric net spread like mercury, silently reaching the earthen slope where the monkey monster was.

Gu Beiri then took out a simple megaphone he had prepared from his backpack—it was actually just a tin horn.

He took a deep breath, then spoke into the loudspeaker, mimicking a deep, fierce shriek, like that of a large bird spirit!

"Gah—ah—!!"

A sudden and piercing noise exploded in the quiet riverbank forest!

The four monkey monsters, who were engrossed in eating persimmons and bread, trembled in fright, looked up in alarm, and frantically looked around.

It's now!

"Mary Sheep, electric shock!"

Mareep, who was already prepared, flashed a lightning bolt in his eyes.

A golden arc of electricity, thinner and more refined than usual, suddenly shot out, not towards the monkey monster, but precisely struck a rock about half a person's height at the edge of the earthen slope!

"Boom!"

A blinding flash of lightning erupted, the rock surface cracked, and debris flew everywhere, accompanied by deafening thunder and the smell of burning!

The sudden loud noise and flash of lightning, along with the inexplicable shriek from before, completely shattered the already tense nerves of the monkey monsters.

"Chirp!!"

The monkey leader dropped the bread in his hand in fright, let out a terrified scream, and turned to flee desperately away from the riverbank and into the forest!

The other three monkey monsters were terrified and scrambled to escape after their leader, making chaotic noises.

"Electromagnetic waves, aim at the last one!"

Mare the sheep immediately chased after it for a few steps, and a tiny arc of electricity struck the monkey monster that was running at the back and was the most panicked.

"Chirp!"

The monkey monster stiffened, its speed noticeably slowed, and sparks of paralyzing electricity crackled across its body.

But its survival instinct overwhelmed everything, and it still staggered forward, only to be pulled further and further away by its companions ahead.

"Chase them! Keep your distance, use barking and electric shocks to deter them, don't let them turn around!"

Gu Beiri and Meiliyang followed behind, driving them along at a leisurely pace.

Mare the sheep would occasionally let out a threatening cry, or release an electric shock not far ahead of the monkey's escape route, causing a cloud of dirt or lightning to erupt.

The monkey monsters dared not linger and fled for their lives into the depths of the forest without looking back.

They were so terrified that they didn't even notice that the pursuers' speed and attacks were not without restraint.

The chase lasted for about ten minutes until they passed through a dense thicket and a clear man-made path appeared ahead—this was outside the Old River Bend mission area.

The monkey monsters disappeared into the woods on the other side of the road, and their screams gradually faded away.

Gu Beiri stopped and gestured for Meili Yang to stop as well.

He took out the guild's electronic marker, switched it to shooting mode, and photographed the direction the monkey monster fled in, as well as the scenery behind it that clearly belonged to the Old River Valley area.

After waiting a few more minutes, they confirmed that the monkey monster showed no signs of returning.

"Mission accomplished."

Gu Beiri breathed a sigh of relief and patted the sheep's head.

Although the little guy didn't experience any intense battles, he maintained a high level of concentration throughout, requiring precise energy control, and was now slightly out of breath.

"Well done."

"Meow~"