NOVEL NEXT Chapter 11: Chapter 11: General, What Are You Doing, General?!
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[Black Rose: A-Chuan, how's progress on your end?]
[Our mole at the Divination Commission was dispatched to Yaoqing by Fu Xuan. Have you not inadvertently revealed yourself yet?]
Is there f*cking lag on your end or what? It's been nearly a week before you even thought to ask me! Su Jinyan internally grumbled, suspecting that this black-robed figure might have some intelligence issues.
[Lady Fu Xuan's Dog: My lord need not worry. Through my own cunning, I've successfully integrated with my new colleagues, and our interactions have been remarkably harmonious.]
[Under my influence, we've managed to initiate the preliminary stages of the "Overthrowing the Divination Commission" plan. The atmosphere within the commission is gradually becoming corrupt and decadent.]
[I believe it won't be long until no one in the Divination Commission cares about their work, leading to its inevitable collapse without direct assault.]
[Black Rose: I understand the situation... But what's up with your username?]
[Lady Fu Xuan's Dog: It's a long story, my lord; these sacrifices were necessary.]
Inside the Disciples of Sanctus Medicus hideout, the black-robed figure looked contemplative.
He had already imagined A-Chuan enduring hardships at the Divination Commission, willing to act as Fu Xuan's dog just to gain her trust. What does dedication mean? This right here—this f*cking epitome—is dedication!
[Black Rose: Who knew Fu Xuan had such preferences? You truly deserve commendation for bearing with it.]
[Rest assured, the organization will not forget your sacrifices.]
[Once we overthrow Luofu's rule, I will request on your behalf for our leader to bestow Fu Xuan as a gift to you.]
[For now, since the organization is inactive, there won't be any tasks assigned to you.]
[As a precaution, I have destroyed all records related to you within the organization. Only the leader and I know your true identity.]
[Your task is to excel in the Divination Commission, steadily climbing the ranks without revealing yourself.]
[Fu Xuan's Dog: This subordinate will always remember their original intention and uphold their mission.]
"Hey, I'm talking to you," Qingque complained, clearly disgruntled. "Playing with your jade divination tablet while someone else speaks is impolite."
"My apologies, sorry about that. I was just responding to a friend's message."
"Oh right, it just occurred to me—have I not yet added you and Lady Fu Xuan as friends?" Su Jinyan asked.
Qingque stuck out her tongue. "Oops, yeah. With all the card games these past few days, how did I forget about this?"
"How about this? Let's exchange contact information first, and while at it, I'll add you to the Divination Commission's work chat group."
Su Jinyan nodded slightly, and they proceeded to add each other as friends.
Qingque's gaze turned subtle. "What's up with your username?"
Su Jinyan blinked. "I'm not sure myself."
[System Notification: [Lady Fu Xuan's Dog] has joined the group chat—welcome! Greet your fellow members.]
Shortly after Su Jinyan entered the group, several lurking members began popping up one by one.
[Ruoyue: Wow, we have a newcomer in the group.]
[Is it that handsome young man who came for the interview a few days ago? Wait, what's with this name?]
[Qingque: Heh heh, yes indeed. A-Yan is my junior colleague, friendly and dedicated to his work. Please take care of him everyone. As for the name, just pretend you didn't see it...]
Su Jinyan shot Qingque a glare; clearly, the unspoken message from this little bird was: For future tasks, don't come to me, just approach my junior.
[Ming Yue: Welcome, newcomer. Before anything else, please read the group announcements. Also, kindly change your display name.]
[Sanjin: Welcome, newcomer. Following tradition, new members should send out red envelopes upon joining.]
[Qingque: What tradition? Never heard of it. Don't bully the new generation.]
[Lady Fu Xuan's Dog: Everyone, please quiet down. Set aside your work momentarily; I have an announcement to make.]
The diviners of the Grand Divination Commission were taken aback. What was this newcomer trying to do, wielding such authoritative airs?
Su Jinyan promptly complied, first changing his group nickname and then immediately sending a one-million Credit password-protected red envelope.
[Password Red Envelope: "I really want to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog!"]
[Qingque: "I really want to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog!"]
[Ming Yue: "I really want to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog!"]
[Ruoyue: "I really want to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog!"]
[Jing Yuan: "I really want to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog!"]
[System Notification: Jing Yuan has withdrawn a message.]
Shocked, Su Jinyan exclaimed internally, General, what are you doing, General?! Is it worth it just for a red envelope?
[Fu Xuan: ???]
[System Notification: 'Lady Fu Xuan's Dog' has been muted by the group owner for 1 hour.]
[System Notification: Jing Yuan has been muted by the group owner for 24 hours.]
Qingque and the others fell silent, hastily withdrawing their messages as if nothing had happened.
[Fu Xuan: New member, change your nickname.]
[Update your group nickname to your real name; otherwise, don't expect your salary this month.]
Unfazed, Su Jinyan remained indifferent. Let them deduct his meager salary—it wasn't like he cared about that small amount of money.
Seeing the stubborn refusal to change the nickname, Fu Xuan frowned and manually altered it herself.
However, Su Jinyan was incredibly persistent and swiftly changed it back.
Fu Xuan gritted her teeth lightly and once again modified his nickname.
Undeterred, Su Jinyan reverted it yet again, seemingly determined to be Fu Xuan's dog.
[System Notification: Lady Fu Xuan's Dog has been removed from the chat by the group owner.]
[System Notification: Jing Yuan's mute restriction has been lifted by the group owner.]
[Fu Xuan: All who received the password-protected red envelope earlier must copy the 'Divination Commission Work Guidelines' one hundred times. Place them on my desk before tomorrow evening's shift ends.]
[Ming Yue: Acknowledged.]
[Ruoyue: Acknowledged.]
[Jing Yuan: Fu Xuan, do I have to copy it too?]
[System Notification: Jing Yuan has been removed from the chat by the group owner.]
Qingque chuckled mischievously. "A-Yan, you're truly brave."
"I've never seen anyone dare to challenge the esteemed Grand Diviner's authority like this before."
Su Jinyan seemed somewhat troubled. "How can I make Lady Fu Xuan understand my intentions?"
Qingque felt puzzled. "Hey, aren't you supposed to have a crush on that foxfolk maiden?"
Su Jinyan's expression remained composed. "Yes, indeed, I do fancy her."
Still perplexed, Qingque asked, "Then why—"
With unwavering conviction, Su Jinyan replied, "But what does that have to do with wanting to be Lady Fu Xuan's dog?"
"The Grand Diviner holds such high status, is both beautiful and kind-hearted, and never lowers herself to notice others. I fell for her at first sight."
His reasoning was so compelling that Qingque found herself speechless, even tempted to relay his words to Fu Xuan, hoping she would sternly discipline A-Yan.
However, upon second thought, she decided it was better to avoid further complications. After all, she herself had often teased the Grand Diviner about her height.
She didn't want to risk provoking Fu Xuan's wrath, lest she end up getting bitten alongside A-Yan.
Su Jinyan curled his fingers invitingly. "Little Sparrow, lend me your jade divination tablet for a moment."
Instantly wary, Qingque raised her guard. "Hm? What do you plan to do?"
Su Jinyan pleaded earnestly, his tone humble and persistent. "Oh, dear Big Sister, please oblige me."
"Just let me borrow your jade divination tablet for a second; I need to apologize to Lady Fu Xuan."
Qingque cautiously admonished him, "Alright, but you're not allowed to use my account for any mischief."
Su Jinyan took the phone and, after a series of swift actions, new activity appeared in the group chat.
[System Notification: Qingque has invited Su Jinyan to join the group chat.]
[Su Jinyan: Lady Fu Xuan, I was wrong. I shouldn't have changed the nickname without permission. Please accept my sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.]
Fu Xuan's expression slightly softened as she replied, [Acknowledging one's mistakes and rectifying them is commendable.]
[Su Jinyan: Changing the nickname in the group chat alone cannot fully express my affection towards you. Once I finish my work, I will personally confess my feelings at the Divination Commission.]
[Qingque: ??]
[Jing Yuan #2: ??]
[Ruoyue: ??]
[Fu Xuan: ?]
[System Notification: User 'Qingque' has been muted by the group owner for 24 hours.]
[System Notification: User 'Su Jinyan' has been muted by the group owner for 24 hours.]
[System Notification: User 'Jing Yuan #2' has been removed from the group chat by the group owner.]
With fury on her face, Fu Xuan swiftly silenced the meddling group members, sparing even Jing Yuan no leniency.
Within the Seat of Divine Foresight, Jing Yuan attentively read the messages in the group chat, his weariness dissipating considerably.
"I never expected the new diviner to be one of Lady Fu Xuan's suitors—how intriguing indeed."
As Luofu's Divine Foresight General, Jing Yuan's official duties were naturally demanding, leaving him with little time to follow personnel changes across various commissions.
Whenever he had occasional downtime, Jing Yuan enjoyed lurking and observing these conversations. Explosive news like today's was not common.
Jing Yuan didn't particularly expect the little diviner's confession to succeed. On one hand, the disparity in social status between a diviner and Fu Xuan was vast, making it challenging for mutual affection to develop. Moreover, Fu Xuan was renowned for her unwavering dedication to work, fully immersed in her duties—how could she possibly have time for romance?