"This Dark Gold Equipment, let's forget it, it's beyond the capabilities of the Blood Lion."

Bai He secretly wiped the sweat, "You should seek help from the Special Service Bureau for an Advanced Forging Profession... I remember Lord Chi Li is an Advanced Blacksmith; he should be able to repair the Dark Gold Equipment from the Mid-level Spirit Realm."

Bai Pu used his personal information terminal to search the Special Service Bureau's database.

His access level had increased significantly, allowing him to find the relevant information.

Chi Li, A+ Level Special Service Officer, Level 9 Awakener, specific professions, attributes, and equipment information are classified.

However, there's a note: Level 9 Blacksmith.

Seeing the glaring "Level 9", Bai Pu felt relieved.

A Level 9 Blacksmith, even if they can't repair the Crown, can at least provide some targeted advice.

Bai Pu realized that the Special Service Bureau really shouldn't be underestimated, as it hides many talented individuals.

Then there was another item Bai Pu was unsure about, the piece referred to as the "Rune Text Clay Tablet" by the Xisha Divine Envoy, and named "Dull Divine Rune" by the Spirit Realm Will. Could clues also be found from the Advanced Awakened in the Special Service Bureau?

Bai Pu didn't take out the tablet but instead asked, "Is there any Advanced Awakened in the Special Service Bureau who has studied Spirit Realm Runes?"

"You mean the sub-profession 'Engraver', right?" Bai He thought for a moment and said, "I haven't heard of it, but you can ask the Special Service Bureau to help find an Awakener with such abilities."

"Finding an outsider to decipher? Is the security guaranteed?" Bai Pu asked.

Bai He had indeed experienced Bai Pu's cautious mindset; he was just shy of a persecution complex. He cautiously said, "Since they are found by the bureau, the Special Service Bureau naturally guarantees security, so there should be no issue. If all else fails, spend some Spiritual Points to sign a contract notarized by the Spirit Realm Will."

Bai Pu nodded in thanks, then looked at Li Ling.

Li Ling resignedly nodded, "I'll handle this matter... Oh, I came to tell you, there is already a reply on the previous matter."

"Is it the Awakener named 'Enamored' who replied?" Bai Pu asked.

Enamored is the General Manager of Fengzi Auction House.

"Yes, she requested a video call with you." Li Ling said.

"Alright then, let me finish making this lot of Youth Cream." Bai Pu glanced at the electric rice cooker, still half an hour left.

The group of people around silently retorted, this is not a lot; it's called a pot...

…

Bai Pu's room.

After accepting [Enamored]'s friend request, Bai Pu dialed the video call.

The light screen projected out and quickly connected.

After a brief flicker of light and shadow, the image on the other side appeared, a dense mist of water.

Clatter, clatter, water sounds rose.

Li Ling and Su Xiaoxiao simultaneously exclaimed "Ah."

In the video, a beautiful woman with captivating eyes lay lazily in a luxurious bathtub.

A thick layer of white bubbles obscured the view in the bathtub. The angle of the video was an overhead shot, from this direction, the person's round shoulders and killer collarbones were visible, along with the contours of the peaks thrusting from the bubbles.

"Hello, I'm the manager of Fengzi Auction House, you may call me 'Enamored'."

Among the splashing water sounds, Enamored lifted a leg, then withdrew it with a light smile.

Li Ling and Su Xiaoxiao covered their foreheads.

"This scene has a strange sense of déjà vu, reminds me of the last time, with the video call with the [Wushan Divine Lady] senior..." Li Ling whispered.

Su Xiaoxiao nodded vigorously, "Why does Little Bai Pu always get tempted by older women?"

Li Ling stated confidently, "No way, I believe Bai Pu has no interest in Aunties!"

Su Xiaoxiao gave her a once-over, "Li Ling, you're 27, and Little Bai Pu is 17; calling you Aunt doesn't seem inappropriate…"

"Go to hell, you 34-year-old hag, should I call you Aunt Su?"

The playful banter of Li Ling and Su Xiaoxiao aside, she was still keeping an eye on Bai Pu's behavior and gaze. What reassured her was that Bai Pu's eyes remained calm, showing none of the shy embarrassment of a naïve boy being teased by a mature woman.

"Sorry for the intrusion, should I call back after you finish your bath?" Bai Pu asked.

"Not at all~"

Enamored smiled, her long, alluring eyes drawing out seductive threads, "I quite enjoy bathing, it helps me relax my body and mind. You're the pharmacist called Gangxin, the creator of the Youth Cream, right? You look a bit different from the photo; your muscle definition has become much harder, more appealing."

(Su Xiaoxiao pinched Li Ling's neck, whispering: "You actually gave her a photo of Little Bai Pu!")

Bai Pu sighed, "General Manager Enamored, my time is precious, so… can we get to the point? Do you have the rare Skill Books I require?"

Enamored wasn't angry, smiling sweetly: "Of course I have what you need. Can you specify what type of Skill Book you're looking for?"

"Skills suited for Awakened with Power or Endurance specialization, preferably Control Skills. Of course, if there are others of good quality, even if not Control Skills, that's fine." Bai Pu said.

"Your requirements could actually be higher." Enamored was confident, made a few virtual gestures, and immediately a page of screenshots was transmitted over, precisely three Skill Book screenshots.

[Molten Rock Strike: Two-star Skill. Imbues weapon with molten rock power, delivering a strong attack to the target area, creating a moderate-range molten rock area. The attack immediately generates a shockwave, causing concussive damage to enemies within the area; the molten rock area inflicts ongoing burn and slowdown effects.]

[Upper Hook: Two-star Skill. Rapidly delivers a strong upper hook, knocking the hit enemies into a floating state. Enemies already airborne suffer a countered effect.]

[Foul Insect Swarm: Two-star Skill. Consumes Life Value, summoning a swarm of foul insects to encircle you. The Foul Insect Swarm causes light dark attribute damage and decaying effect (stackable up to 3 layers) to all nearby enemies. Each layer of decaying effect slightly reduces target's movement speed.]

Bai Pu frowned, "Are there more?"

"Of course there are, but I need to provide them based on your requirements. Although you are handsome, I cannot lay out all the auction house's cards for you to see, otherwise the auction house wouldn't sustain." Enamored said with a charming smile.

"Understood, I'll give more precise requirements…"

Bai Pu thought carefully, then said, "I'm used to wielding weapons, so the skills can't be fighting or grappling type. Ideally, stable point-control skills; no need for those area slowdown controls."

Enamored "Oh'd" and laughed: "Then this Skill Book should pretty much meet your requirements." As she spoke, the screenshot was sent over.

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