Chapter 126: Howling Moon Wolf, Thousand Cups Not Drunk, and the Martial Artist Transfer Quest
As Su Yu enjoyed his lunch, he scrolled through the official game forum, browsing players' reactions. He noted the influx of praises with satisfaction, casually ignoring the usual flood of complaints from "LSPs" (lecherous players) who wanted more "scenes."
Su Yu chuckled to himself. Even if he had captured the moment with the princess riding on his back, he'd never post it. After all, that scene wasn't meant for everyone.
When he checked back on his video's view count, it hadn't hit the trending topics yet, but views had already surpassed 50,000 in just 40 minutes, generating nearly 230,000 psionic coins for Su Yu. Imagining the potential future revenue, he estimated it could reach millions.
"With that kind of income, I could finally upgrade my living situation. This rental is feeling a bit cramped," Su Yu mused, putting on his game helmet and logging back in.
Upon logging in, two messages popped up on the guild channel.
**Thousand Cups Not Drunk**: "Guild Master, are we heading out now?"
**Sky Dragon**: "Lord Guild Master, I've already teleported to Gorse City!"
**Su Yu**: "Wait, have you guys even had lunch?"
**Thousand Cups Not Drunk**: "I logged off early to eat at half-past eleven."
**Sky Dragon**: "My sister and I are dieting; girls shouldn't be too heavy."
**Su Yu** laughed and replied, "Girls shouldn't be *too* light, either. If you get any thinner, you'll blow away!" Then he added, "I'll swing by the pet hut to pick up my hatched pet. Let's meet at the teleportation array in Oran City."
**Thousand Cups Not Drunk**: "Roger that, Guild Master."
**Sky Dragon**: "Got it, Lord Guild Master!"
After being incubated for days, Su Yu's Epic-quality [Howling Moon Wolf Egg] was ready for collection. It had been waiting in the [Pet Incubation Room] in Gorse City, and since he hadn't had the chance to stop by earlier, now was his chance.
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A few minutes later, Su Yu arrived at the [Pet Incubation Room]. After a quick conversation, the caretaker handed over the newly hatched Howling Moon Wolf.
**[Howling Moon Wolf, Level 26]**
Quality: Epic
HP: 4125
Attack Power: 83
Skills: **[Ferocious Bite (Normal)], [Push (Excellent)], [Wild Fury (Rare)], [Blood of the Moon (Epic)]**
**[Wild Fury]**: The Howling Moon Wolf taps into its primal instincts, boosting its attack power and speed by 30% for 8 seconds. Cooldown: 1 minute.
**[Blood of the Moon (Passive)]**: When fighting under moonlight, all attributes increase by 50%.
Per the game mechanics of *Evolution*, a pet's level always matches its owner's, giving Su Yu's Epic Howling Moon Wolf powerful stats—nearly double those of standard level 26 wild creatures.
Su Yu examined his new pet with a smile. "All white and about the size of a calf... I'll call you 'Dabai!'" He gently patted the snow-white fur along the wolf's back.
Dabai, not particularly sharp, barked in response with a cheerful "Oww!" as Su Yu took out some [Goat Pork, Level 13] and [Clear Spring Water, Level 0] to feed him.
After Dabai had his fill, Su Yu called forth his trusty mare, Tima, and headed toward the teleportation array.
"Come along, Dabai!" he called.
"Awroo!" Dabai bounded happily, following alongside Tima, his head held high.
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Half an hour later, at the Blood Raven Tavern in the seaside town of Luoyue, Oran City…
The tavern's heavy oak door creaked open, and a tall, burly figure stepped inside, a jar of wine slung over his shoulder. It was Thousand Cups Not Drunk, the assassin.
Inside, a hefty pandaren with a long, black beard lay sprawled across a wooden table, snoring.
Thousand Cups surveyed the room, his eyes landing on the pandaren. Following Su Yu's instructions, he'd brought a special wine to trigger the transfer quest.
The tavern server greeted him, "What can I get for you, sir?"
"Two warm bowls of wine and some spiced beans," he replied, motioning for the server to leave.
Thousand Cups then approached the pandaren, setting the jar of wine directly under his nose.
The pandaren's nose twitched as the aroma reached him, and he slowly opened his eyes, yawning. "Ahh—" He stretched, catching sight of Thousand Cups. "I thought I smelled [Morning Dew Wine]… Adventurer, is there something you need?"
Thousand Cups bowed respectfully, presenting the wine. "Master Chen Stormwind, I've come seeking your guidance."
The pandaren's eyes gleamed, his mouth nearly watering at the sight of the wine. "Speak then, what brings you here?" he asked, eyeing the jar longingly.
Thousand Cups leaned forward. "I want to ask… how can I abandon the shadows and become a warrior?"
The pandaren raised an eyebrow. "You want to be a warrior?"
Thousand Cups nodded firmly. "I've spent too long in the shadows, Master Chen. I've forgotten why I even hide. I want to face my foes under the open sky, in battle—no more hiding."
The pandaren scratched his beard thoughtfully. "I see. Admirable! But I am a monk, not a warrior."
*Thud!*
In response, Thousand Cups placed another jar of [Morning Dew Wine] on the table in front of him.
Master Chen hesitated. "I appreciate the offer, but—"
*Thud!*
Another jar landed on the table.
"Listen, young adventurer—"
*Thud! Thud! Thud!*
Ten jars lined the table before Master Chen could finish his protest. Thousand Cups winced internally; each jar had cost him 1,000 psionic coins, totaling a steep 10,000 coins. It stung, but he had borrowed the amount from Su Yu and wouldn't be here without his help.
The pandaren finally relented, eyeing the collection of wine with satisfaction. "Fine, for the sake of [Morning Dew Wine], I'll guide you in the path of a warrior. But first, you must pass my test."
**Ding!** *You've triggered the hidden quest: [Trial of the Martial Artist (0/30)].*
Thousand Cups sighed in relief as he received the notification. Grinning, he quickly messaged Su Yu: "Guild Master, I've triggered the hidden quest!"
**Su Yu**: "Nice work! We're making good progress here, too. Let me know if you need any help with the quest."
**Thousand Cups Not Drunk**: "Got it! Once I head to the Pandaren Empire, I'll work to gather all the needed materials and repay you the 10,000 coins as soon as possible!"
**Su Yu**: "I'm counting on you. Good luck!"
With renewed determination, Thousand Cups set his sights on the journey ahead, a journey that would not only make him a warrior but would honor Su Yu's faith in him.