For a time, Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray became widely renowned.
Not only were female immortals scrambling to purchase it, but there were also quite a few who anonymously placed orders to settle personal grudges.
The developer made a fortune, and the Heavenly Court paparazzi team, led by Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Ear, camped outside Giant Spirit God’s residence day after day, trying to uncover the identity of the hidden master who “convinced others with reason.”
Don’t ask why no one suspected Giant Spirit God himself of having a keen eye for business opportunities.
Because the entire Heavenly Court knew he was a simple-minded, brawny oaf.
Only he would treat the so-called “model” and “exemplar” titles the Jade Emperor used to recruit free labor as sacred, running around everywhere doing hard work without seeking any reward.
“Plink—”
Several of them were sitting in the bushes by the wall playing cards when something suddenly fell in, making a faint but crisp sound as it hit the ground.
As everyone knew, even the slightest noise could trigger Wind-Ear’s passive skill—Ear Movement Divine Art.
However, he was too engrossed in the card game, and his vigilance toward his surroundings had significantly decreased. Hearing that the fallen object wasn’t very large, he didn’t pay it much mind.
It wasn’t until the object landed and rolled to his feet that he reluctantly put down his cards and picked it up to take a look.
“What is this?” Thousand-Mile Eye leaned over, examining it curiously.
One follower shook his head: “Don’t know.”
Another had no clue either: “Never seen anything like it.”
Wind-Ear stroked his chin, analyzing seriously: “I see this thing is black, round, kinda looks like a perfume bottle.” Then he added, puzzled, “But why is there a pull ring on this bottle?”
Thousand-Mile Eye said nothing, simply believing that truth comes from practice, and reached out to pull the ring.
The next second—
“Bang!”
The “perfume bottle” exploded in Wind-Ear’s hand, instantly turning to dust.
The entire process caused no physical harm whatsoever.
Just as the group let their guard down, a thick, intense stench suddenly erupted, sweeping through their nostrils with lightning speed, the odor shooting straight to the top of their heads.
Including Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Ear, the paparazzi team instantly lost all strength and means, completely wiped out.
Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray… when did it change packaging…
Meanwhile, in Lingxiao Palace.
The Jade Emperor, wearing his imperial crown, diligently reviewed memorials. “Summon Celestial Master Zhang.”
A divine attendant replied: “Your Majesty, Celestial Master Zhang went to visit Peony Fairy the day before yesterday and was attacked with Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray. He has already been admitted to Medicine King’s residence.”
The Jade Emperor frowned slightly. “Summon Fire Virtue Star Lord.”
The divine attendant replied: “Fire Virtue Star Lord was ambushed with Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray by someone after court yesterday and has also entered Medicine King’s residence.”
The Jade Emperor’s brow furrowed tightly. He slapped the memorial onto the imperial desk, his tone clearly irritated. “Go summon Lord of Water Virtue!”
The divine attendant replied: “Lord of Water Virtue ambushed Fire Virtue Star Lord, and Fire Virtue Star Lord set his clothes on fire. He entered Medicine King’s residence together with him.”
“…” A vein throbbed at the Jade Emperor’s temple. Gritting his teeth, he said, “Summon Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Ear!”
The divine attendant replied: “Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Ear were ambushed near Giant Spirit God’s residence with what appears to be a repackaged Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray. They were just carried away by Medicine King’s people.”
“………………”
Well done.
The Jade Emperor could bear it no longer. “Summon Giant Spirit God! I want to ask him personally who came up with such a terrible idea to create this anti-wolf spray, turning the Heavenly Court into a complete mess!”
That’s right, Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Ear were secretly dispatched by him.
The reason was simple: someone had touched his cake.
The market was only so big, and if all the customers were flocking to you, how was he supposed to do business?
Mortals chase profit, and immortals are no exception.
The Jade Emperor calmly declared, “Additionally, the Giant Spirit Anti-Wolf Spray has severely disrupted the peace of the Heavenly Court. It is to be removed from Pinhaowu effective immediately and must not be sold again in the future.”
Completely unaware of all this, the Giant Spirit God was currently in his residence learning how to make the “black perfume bottle” designed to wipe out entire paparazzi squads.
He grinned sheepishly, “Heh, well, the anti-wolf spray is already selling pretty well. Can we skip this one?”
It wasn’t that he was lazy or found it troublesome; it was just that this task was too delicate for him.
Following the same blueprint, Shen Fuxing could whip one up in no time. His fingers were too thick—he couldn’t even thread a needle after half a day.
Unlike the anti-wolf spray, which just required pouring his mouthwash into a bottle.
The Giant Spirit God furrowed his brows, feeling his predicament was like forcing Zhang Fei to embroider or Xiang Yu to do his own manicure.
Shen Fuxing continued working without pause, “Don’t judge it by its appearance. This thing earns far more Merit than the anti-wolf spray. Doesn’t that tempt you?”
The Giant Spirit God scratched his head and chuckled, “It does tempt me, but this is different from the anti-wolf spray. Even though I’ve never seen one, judging by the materials, it probably falls into the category of hidden weapons.”
“I’m a rough guy. People making fun of my bad breath is no big deal—I’ve gotten used to it.”
“We sell the anti-wolf spray to protect those fairies with low cultivation, so they won’t be bullied.”
“This might earn more than the anti-wolf spray, but if someone with ill intentions buys it, it could hurt others.”
“How about we forget it? You can take as much of the anti-wolf spray profits as you want, but let’s not sell this.”
“No, no, no.” Shen Fuxing wagged a finger, looking profoundly mysterious. “You’ve got it wrong, buddy. This isn’t for the general public—it’s for the Jade Emperor.”
She intended to fleece the Jade Emperor.
“For His Majesty?” The Giant Spirit God was full of questions. He lowered his head to look at the dark, unremarkable object in his hand and shook his head seriously. “His Majesty has seen every treasure imaginable. He won’t buy this.”
Shen Fuxing said with certainty, “He will buy it, but not for himself.”
She glanced calmly at the grenade blueprint she had someone bring back from the mortal realm. “It won’t be long before our anti-wolf spray gets banned outright by the higher-ups, even if it isn’t reported and taken down.”
Hearing this, the Giant Spirit God stood up indignantly, raising his voice. “We’re running an honest business! We haven’t cheated anyone or violated the Heavenly Laws. Why should it be banned?”
Shen Fuxing replied calmly, “Mortals chase profit, and immortals are really no different.”
“The market is only so big. One more person means one more slice of the pie. They don’t care if you’re running an honest business or selling a good product. If you block their path to profit, you become the target of everyone’s arrows—even if you don’t die, you’ll be skinned alive.”
The Giant Spirit God fell silent for a moment before speaking slowly, “But what we’re doing is clearly a good thing. Why should doing good be met with criticism?”
More than earning Merit, he hoped those vulnerable fairies could protect themselves when in danger.
“Don’t overthink it. Let me continue teaching you. First—”
Before she could finish, the divine official delivering the imperial decree had already arrived at the residence.
Shen Fuxing silently calculated the time in her mind, set down the half-finished grenade in her hand, and raised an eyebrow. “Speak of Cao Cao and Cao Cao arrives.”
She stood up and patted Giant Spirit God’s arm. “Relax. Just go out and receive the decree. Leave the rest to me.”
Playfully winking at him, she added, “I promise you won’t be punished—in fact, you’ll even make a hefty profit.”
In the main hall, a bright yellow scroll slowly unfurled, its golden light dazzling. “By decree of the Jade Emperor, Giant Spirit God is summoned for an immediate audience without delay. So it is decreed—”
“Your servant, Giant Spirit God, receives the decree.”