Why Am I a Priestess When I Reach the Maximum Level? - [Vol. 6] Chapter 70

[Vol. 6] Chapter 70: Bro, take a look at this?

“What do you think? Should we get one?” The black-haired girl asked.

From the way Murong Yun moved confidently, it was clear he had been to places like this many times before. Given the status hinted at by Ling Feng and Bai’er, Violet didn’t doubt they could easily get in.

So, the priestess’s question wasn’t really a question at all. It was more of a suggestion.

Come on, pull out those black gold, black diamond, super VIP cards you’re hiding! How could I possibly need to remind you about this basic trick!?

But what surprised someone was that Ling Feng actually nodded in agreement, as if she truly believed this was the right thing to do.

“Since we’re here, we should naturally follow the local rules. A deposit of 10,000 gold coins isn’t too much. It’s just a bit of a hassle to handle.”

“Why are you looking at me like that, Violet?”

The black-haired girl looked puzzled.

“I just explained everything so clearly earlier. You don’t mean… you’ve never been to a place like the Spirit Veil Merchant Guild before, right?”

“Uh…”

A hint of subtle embarrassment crossed Ling Feng’s elegant face, but she quickly explained.

“Of course, I’ve been! It’s just that the situations are different, and… some things aren’t appropriate to bring up.”

Seeing the pointed look she received, Violet understood what Feng was trying to avoid and decided not to push the topic further.

She glanced at Bai’er and Murong Yun. Bai’er just shrugged with a “don’t look at me, I’m just a poor soul” expression, while Murong Yun took out a white VIP card that looked decent but clearly couldn’t allow all four of them in at once.

“Haha…”

I can’t take it anymore.

They all act so impressive usually, but when it comes down to it, none of them are reliable at all?

Violet stared at the metal card in Murong Yun’s hand for a moment, then, after some thought, reached into her bag. She pulled out a similar-looking card and tried handing it to the guard.

“Hey, do you think this one will work?”

“Hmm… what is this? Strange. Please wait a moment.”

The guard took the dark gold card made from some kind of magic crystal, examined it closely, and turned it over. When he saw the delicate fox design etched on the back, a look of confusion crossed his face.

He immediately turned and ran off with the card. Before anyone could react or speak, he returned with a man who exuded a more intense, commanding aura, dressed in fine clothes. He seemed to hold a leadership position.

“Supervisor Mu, this is the one. I’ve never seen this kind of VIP card before, but it does seem to belong to our organization. I’ll leave it to you to decide.”

“Mm…”

The man, called Supervisor Mu, appeared to be in his early thirties, not much older than Murong Yun. His gaze was sharp and clever, giving off an air of someone skilled and experienced. His overall presence, however, was far heavier and more commanding, likely indicating he was a true master, at the level of [Seeker of Immortality], someone who could establish his own sect if he chose to.

Such a person was actually a supervisor at the Spirit Veil Merchant Guild?

He looked at the card again, then turned his gaze to Violet, who stood calmly and locked eyes with him. His gaze lingered on the empty space above her head for a long while.

Though still somewhat puzzled, the supervisor quickly and respectfully returned the card, holding it with both hands. He then motioned for them to follow.

“Please, come with me.”

When the young priestess stepped forward without hesitation, Ling Feng and the others, though slightly confused, quickly followed her inside. They entered a quiet room just a short distance from the door, led by the high-ranking supervisor.

After closing the door, the supervisor, who was at the [Seeker of Immortality] level, relaxed his sharp expression and became noticeably more respectful. He then carefully glanced at the group of four.

“Apologies, I am Shen Qi, the supervisor of the Spirit Veil Merchant Guild in Ji Province. May I ask which of you is the envoy from the [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]?”

Violet blinked, though her expression remained unchanged, she couldn’t help but mutter to herself internally.

Hey, what kind of card did that old man, Mr. Diviner, give her…?

Didn’t he say this card was much lower level than the one Minglan gave me? Why is she already being called an envoy of the [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]?

Fortunately, after noticing the supervisor’s odd change in expression earlier, Violet had already sensed something was off. She had prepared a response in her mind, so she didn’t panic.

She spoke calmly.

“The card is mine.”

Once Shen Qi confirmed this, his expression brightened, and he immediately bowed deeply.

“I pay my respects to the Immortal Envoy! But… it seems you’re not from the Spirit Veil Tribe, are you? Could you be from the [Ancient Spirit Realm] who stayed on [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]?”

“…Is that really your concern?”

Though Violet simply responded casually, the [Seeker of Immortality] level supervisor appeared to be struck by a sudden and immense shock. His face froze, and before anyone could react, he immediately knelt down, repeatedly banging his head on the ground.

“Immortal Envoy, please forgive me! I never meant to inquire about the secrets of [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]! I was just being thoughtless and spoke out of turn… Please, Immortal Envoy, show mercy and give me a lighter punishment!”

“…Huh?”

At this point, Violet was truly caught off guard.

She knew that Shen Qi was a [Seeker of Immortality] level expert. By the standards of another continent, that would be comparable to a legendary-level master, someone who would be treated with respect even in front of a monarch in a large country like the Human United Kingdom. Yet… yet he was now kneeling and begging for mercy in front of a stranger, a young girl?

What’s more, Violet had only shown him a card, without demonstrating any power or providing other identification. Could the authority of [Spirit Veil Immortal Island] be so overwhelming here, to the point where it could cause a [Seeker of Immortality] level expert to act this way?

She suddenly realized that the description Murong Yun had given her about [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]’s influence on the [Ancient Spirit Realm] and the relationship between the [Spirit Veil Immortal Island] and the Spirit Veil Merchant Guild was probably quite objective.

Ignoring the surprised and astonished looks from the other three, Violet raised her hand and, using some subtle techniques, forced Shen Qi’s body to stand up. As his expression shifted to one of shock and respect due to her subtle display of strength, she began speaking the lines she had been preparing for a while.

“Ahem, let’s call it a one-time exception. Listen carefully, I have come to the [Ancient Spirit Realm] on a secret mission. The scope and importance of this matter are beyond your imagination.”

Having scared him with a few casual words, and following through with the performance, Violet continued.

“Shen Qi, right? Aside from you, has anyone else noticed my identity?”

The supervisor paused for a moment, then shook his head.

“No, this kind of VIP card has not been circulated outside. I, being of a higher rank, have had the honor of meeting other [Spirit Veil Immortal Island] envoys before, so I recognize it. Ordinary staff members would never be able to understand it. To be honest, I must praise you for using such a method to convey your identity.”

“Enough, enough with the flattery.”

Violet waved her hand, a bit amused.

No wonder that guard earlier had that confused look on his face. Violet had thought that the Spirit Veil Merchant Guild’s card from the previous world wouldn’t work here, but it turned out this card was exclusively for the Spirit Veil Clan.

Clicking her tongue lightly to keep up the act, Violet continued her little charade.

“It’s best you don’t know too much. This operation is highly confidential. Besides your cooperation, my true identity must not be revealed to anyone, not even other envoys from [Spirit Veil Immortal Island], unless I give my permission. Do you understand?”

“This…?”

“Hmm?”

“Y-Yes!”

“Good, very good. Since you’re the supervisor here, then it’s just right. We have a few things we want to ask you.”

Violet turned her head slightly and gave a discreet glance to the middle-aged man in white. Although his expression seemed a bit odd, he immediately understood and stepped forward to speak, taking advantage of the opportunity Violet had created.

“Supervisor Shen, may I ask if the ‘One-Eyed Diviner’ is still here?”

Violet had never heard of this person, but it seemed familiar to Shen Qi. He nodded immediately and showed a knowing expression.

“Oh, I see. You’re here for him. No wonder… that old one-eyed man is at the farthest corner of the Chamber, setting up a stall. You can go directly to him. But that guy’s a bit… strange. Getting him to act won’t be easy. Do you need me to assist?”

Seeing Murong Yun subtly shake her head, Violet also nodded in agreement.

“No need. We’ll go see him ourselves. Supervisor Shen, don’t forget my previous instructions.”

“Yes… I will keep quiet, as instructed!”

After handling the unexpected situation and getting Shen Qi to leave, Violet and the others left the quiet room and headed toward the location he had mentioned.

After walking a few steps, with no one else around, the least scheming among them, Bai’er, couldn’t hold back her curiosity and asked aloud.

“Violet, you’re actually an envoy from [Spirit Veil Immortal Island]? Then why did you…”

Violet rolled her eyes and tossed the source of all evil that she had been holding in her hand back into her bag.

“Do you believe everything people say? Then should I tell you I’m the Spirit Veil’s [Spirit Fox Shrine Maiden]? Would you believe that?”

“Hey, do you think I’m an idiot?”