Chapter XVII
According to Ma XVII, the wandering merchant recruited by the player at the beginning should also be the 'Sumeru Stone', and asked the master within the 'Wandering Merchant Union' to transform the trolley.
The 'Sumeru Stone' is so precious that it is difficult to obtain even Zhao Dabao, who has memories for the next ten years, how can that player get it lightly? Among them, there must be something Zhao Dabao ignored.
According to Zhao Dabao's calculations, in the novice village, there must be a hidden quest that allows players to obtain the 'Sumeru Stone'. But who is the publisher of this hidden task and what the specific content of the task is, Zhao Dabao has no way of knowing.
However, this is nothing for Zhao Dabao. It may take a lot of effort for others to find such information, but with his relationship with Hu Zhuxiong, Hu Zhuxiong will not sit idly by.
The village chief of the novice village knows everything about the novice village. Which villager has such a treasure as the 'Sumeru Stone' in his hands, he will not be unclear.
Hu Zhuxiong really did not disappoint Zhao Dabao. When Zhao Dabao opened his mouth to ask him if anyone in the village had the 'Sumeru Stone', he didn't bother and directly informed Zhao Dabao of the answer. This is not the end, perhaps guessing the importance of the 'Sumeru Stone' to Zhao Dabao, Hu Zhuxiong actually took Zhao Dabao to visit the person who owns the 'Sumeru Stone' this time.
The owner of the 'Sumeru Stone', Zhao Dabao is no stranger. Speaking of which, he is the one who helped Zhao Dabao the most after he entered the game. If it weren't for him, Zhao Dabao wouldn't have gotten acquainted with Hu Zhuxiong so easily, and was recognized by Hu Zhuxiong, and had such a rapid development momentum now. What Zhao Dabao didn't expect was that that seemingly ordinary guy had such an unusual past.
But if you think about it, it's the only way to be logical. Otherwise, how could an ordinary villager have such a treasure as the 'Sumeru Stone'. And it is also able to keep zài in his hands all the time, and it will not be plundered by anyone.
The 'Origins Division', like the 'Inspection Division', is a top-secret agency under the 'Great Xia Empire'. Similar to the duties of the 'Inspection Division' to supervise and clean up the chaotic party, the 'Development Division' also has its special tasks.
As the name suggests, it is to find some clues, investigate and collect evidence, and achieve the ultimate goal. However, what they are investigating is not a rebel or thief, but the remnants of the senior monks of Yuhuale. To put it clearly, the so-called 'Fortune Division' is actually the official tomb robbery agency of the 'Great Xia Empire'. It's just that they are not targeting mortals, but cultivators with high mana.
The place left behind by every powerful cultivator will have a lot of exercises, secret treasures and other things that they specialized in during their lifetime as burial goods. The value of these burial goods cannot be measured in monetary terms. If ordinary people get these burial goods, they can become a strong man on the rampant side in a very short time.
With such an important matter, how could the 'Great Xia Empire' sit idly by? The 'Great Xia Empire' was able to grow to such a point today, and all of them were convinced on the land of Shenzhou, which was inseparable from the accumulation of foundation for him by the 'Fa Shi Division'.
Of course, the 'Fortune Division' is not a cemetery that no one dares to touch. Like some top sects, caves, and palaces, the powerhouses will choose to sit in their own strength. Similar to such a large group of tombs of a big force, even if it was approved by the 'Great Xia Empire', the 'Fa Ji Division' would not dare to touch it lightly. This is a major inheritance event related to a top force, once it is discovered by the other party, even if it is the 'Great Xia Empire', it will be difficult to smooth this matter.
How could the place where the top powerhouse sat without the slightest defense, and could be allowed to break into an ordinary place? A place like this is full of dangers, and if you are not careful, you will lose a good life.
Engaged in such a high-risk job, how could every member of the 'Fortune Division' not possess secret skills and be strong? Especially the secret arts, each of which is enough to drive players crazy.
The reason why I have such an understanding of the 'Fortune Division' is, of course, thanks to Zhao Dabao's memory in the next ten years. And he's not hearsay, looking for Ah Bo once personally explored the remnants of a loose witch cultivator with the NPC of the 'Fortune Division'. It is precisely because of this experience that Zhao Dabao can still become a strong player even after losing two years. Talent is very important, but if you don't have such an opportunity, it is not so easy to smooth out the two-year time difference.
It's a pity that Zhao Dabao's luck is like this. Since then, he has never encountered any adventures. Otherwise, a qiē might not be what it is now.
According to Hu Zhuxiong, this school field king guard was negligent during a mission and fell into an unknown strange poison, so his cultivation fell sharply and he could not continue to serve in the 'Fa Shi Division'. Disheartened, he refused all the treatment given to him by the 'Fa Ji Division' and returned to his hometown to become a school guard.
The reason why he chose to be a school field guard, according to him, is to be able to do his last part. Discover some good seedlings and continue to serve the Empire.
But Hu Zhuxiong did not agree with his statement. Because as far as Hu Zhuxiong knows, since he became a school guard, he has no intention of helping young people. Although he is not passive and slackens, it is not as he said.
This does not rule out the fact that he has not met someone who can make him moved, but Hu Zhuxiong always feels that things are not as simple as he said.
And because of the work he was doing in the 'Fortune Division' in the past, the king's caretaker was unusually cold in his treatment of people. The temperament is also very strange, and normal people often communicate with him without saying three sentences.
Although Zhao Dabao has a little friendship with this playing guard. It seems that Caretaker Wang has a very good impression of Zhao Dabao, otherwise he would not have helped Zhao Dabao become famous in this No. 6 village. But Hu Zhuxiong is still a little worried.
You must know that no matter how much this Wang Shou's cultivation falls, it is not comparable to Zhao Dabao's trust. His temper is so weird, in case a few words can't be said and something happens, it's not what Hu Zhuxiong wants to see. What's more, Hu Zhuxiong has always been suspicious of the king's guards, and looking for Abel is related to his future, and he will never have a little accident in Runxu.
Visiting the school field of No. 6 Village again, there have been a lot of changes here from the time when Zhao Dabao came on the first day of service. It's not that there is a difference in the facilities and hardware of the school, but the reason why it is said that there has been a lot of change is simply because of the popularity.
The game has been running for the third day, and one after another players have discovered the effectiveness of the school field and are willing to spend money on it. In the current school field, there are no less than 100 players conducting simulated combat drills.
As for the target person, Wan Lanshu, there was no difference from Zhao Dabao when he first met him, but he seemed more comfortable.
The first time I saw this king's guard, he was like this. A simple armor, a slightly old middle-aged face, and a sturdy body, wandering around the school grounds.
When I saw him again, his appearance did not change in any way. It's just that instead of wandering around the school grounds, a set of tables and chairs is placed in front of the gate of the school grounds. Sitting casually on a chair, with your feet folded on the table, holding a teacup in one hand and a teapot in the other, as if you were on vacation. When a player wants to enter the school field, he also ignores it, asking the player to put the money in an iron disc on the table, and then ignores it.
Although he had spent more than two hours with this Wang guard, and this playing guard also helped Zhao Dabao a lot. But to be honest, I really haven't observed him carefully.
In Zhao Dabao's impression, it seems that the school guards in every village are the same, and there is nothing worth wasting energy on. But this time, after obviously knowing the difference between this Wang guard, when Zhao Dabao looked at him again, he did find some uniqueness about him. The free and easy temperament that does not conform to the world, but it can be seen that there is a trace of a masterful demeanor. The slightly pale face also coincided with the dark wounds he was under.
As for why he didn't find this when he first contacted him, Zhao Dabao actually blamed himself a little. This is also a wake-up call for him, so that he can not let go of any clues and despise anyone in the next game journey.
Seeing the arrival of Hu Zhuxiong and Zhao Dabao, the Wang guard did not change in the slightest. It's still the same as before, sitting back in a chair leisurely. even tilted his head to the direction of Zhao and Hu, which seemed to be an inexplicable disregard for the arrival of the two. But what Zhao Dabao and Hu Zhuxiong didn't know was that when they were playing with the guard, there was a mysterious smile on his pale and mottled face.
Walking to the table guarded by Wang, Zhao Dabao and Hu Zhuxiong called 'Senior Wang' in unison. Since there had been an agreement before, Zhao Dabao did not interject, but handed over a qiē to Hu Zhuxiong to deal with.
I don't know if it's because of nervousness or other reasons, when facing this Wang guard, Hu Zhuxiong seemed a little restrained. Before speaking, he first straightened his clothes, and then respectfully opened his mouth to express his intentions.
"Senior Wang, Hu Zhuxiong, a disciple of the 'Inspection Division', came to meet with the newcomer 'Shi Banhua'."
Without letting Hu Zhuxiong continue, the Wang guard, who turned his head, interrupted him in a deep voice. looked Zhao Dabao up and down sharply, and couldn't see what kind of intention he had.
"I say who can invite you, the elite disciple of the 'Inspection Division', the number one governor of the sixth village. It turned out to be you, the 'stone boy'! How? Are you going to join the 'Audit Division' in the future? That's fine! Although the 'Inspectorate' is not very good, it is also a place for you to be in the transition stage. ”
His words made Zhao Dabao and Hu Zhuxiong look a little embarrassed. But neither of them dared to say anything. Zhao Dabao is asking for others, afraid that he will not be able to do things; Hu Zhuxiong was really scared of the guy opposite at this time. is also a member of the top secret organization of the 'Great Xia Empire', and his understanding of the people of the 'Fortune Division' is far from being comparable to two knives like Zhao Dabao. Even if the warden's cultivation has fallen sharply, he doesn't dare to have the slightest contempt.
Hu Zhuxiong, who had doubts about this king's guard, did not dare to make any changes. If the other party is dissatisfied, he will not be able to eat and walk away.
The playful guard didn't take Hu Zhuxiong seriously. Since the moment he turned his head, his thoughts had not left Zhao Dabao's body for even a second.
Showing a smile that could not be called a smile at all, the guard who stared at Zhao Dabao said in a deep voice with a little satisfaction: Shi boy, you, not bad! In just two days, we have already made such a long progress. It's not in vain that I'll make a name for you! Say, why did you bring Hu Boy to see me this time? If it were okay, you would never think of me, an old man. I just don't know what I can do to help you as an old man?
Without waiting for Zhao Dabao to speak, Hu Zhuxiong answered first. For fear of an accident, he didn't realize that he was actually the biggest accident.
"Senior Wang, here's the thing. Brother Shi needed a 'Sumeru Stone', so he asked me for help. I thought about it carefully, in our small village of No. 6, there will be such a treasure in your old hands. So ......"
"I'm asking 'Stone Boy', what are you talking about? In front of me, a little old man, it's not your turn to make irresponsible remarks and point fingers. ”
Regarding Hu Zhuxiong's answer, the guards seem to be very dissatisfied. The angry voice interrupted Hu Zhuxiong's narration and reprimanded him a few words. Then he changed back to that ugly smiling face, looked at Zhao Dabao and said: Shi boy, you say it yourself!
Regarding Caretaker Wang's reaction, Zhao Dabao felt a little inexplicable. This kind of thing, who's to say, what's the difference? No wonder Hu Zhuxiong would say that he had a strange temper, and it seems that this is the case.
secretly glanced at Hu Zhuxiong with his peripheral eyes, and saw that Hu Zhuxiong had no intention of objecting, so he was ready to speak about his own appeal. Unexpectedly, such a small action was also watched by the Wang guard. That's not all, seeing the small movements of Zhao and Hu, this player seems to be even more angry. Without waiting for Zhao Dabao to speak, he angrily reprimanded the two of them for their actions. At the same time, I also have to let Hu Zhuxiong get out of here, don't get in his way here.
Guarding Wang's reaction did not seem to surprise Hu Zhuxiong. Or rather, he seems to have been used to such scenes for a long time. He didn't dare to disobey Hu Zhuxiong, who was playing guard, so he had to give Zhao Dabao a more cautious look, so he withdrew a few steps and stopped participating in it.
Hu Zhuxiong's reaction was somewhat unexpected by Zhao Dabao. Unexpectedly, Hu Zhuxiong, who originally looked like he had handed over everything to him, would suddenly choose to let go at this time. Fortunately, Zhao Dabao has a lot of experience, and he has long expected that a similar situation will happen. Therefore, he was not affected in the slightest, and finished the purpose of the trip very calmly. He looked at the Wang guard with a deferential face, waiting for his response.
I don't know if it's because Hu Zhuxiong retreated, or if this Wang guard's mood is suddenly better now. At this time, facing Zhao Dabao alone, he looked so kind, as if he was an old man in his own family.
Regarding Zhao Dabao's request to obtain the 'Sumeru Stone' from him, he also agreed. However, he did not give the 'Sumeru Stone' to Zhao Dabao without any conditions.
In his words, there is no such thing as a free lunch. If you want to get the 'Sumeru Stone' from his hands, you can. But Zhao Dabao had to do something for him in exchange. He's been lacking in appetite lately, so he's looking for a delicious dish. However, ordinary dishes could not meet his requirements. What he wants is cooked by the master of the largest restaurant in the village, 'Shangpinju', and the brain of the alien beast 'quagmire tiger'.
As long as Zhao Dabao brought him this dish, he handed over the special 'Sumeru Stone' that he had treasured for 40 years to Zhao Dabao to use.
Equivalent exchange (?) ): If you want to get a 'Sumeru Stone', turn to Hu Zhuxiong, the village chief of Village No. 6. Under the guidance of Hu Zhuxiong, you found Wang Dayong, a former senior master who lived in seclusion in No. 6 Village and served as the schoolyard guard. For your request, Wang Dayong agreed in one bite. However, he did not claim nothing. Only when you get a delicious dish cooked by the master chef of 'Shangpinju' and the brain marrow of the 'quagmire tiger' as the main ingredient, Wang Dayong will agree to give you the special 'Sumeru stone'.
Note that once the cerebral marrow of the 'quagmire tiger' has been removed, it must be processed within two hours. Otherwise, it will lose its original taste.
After receiving the task, Zhao Dabao was completely relieved. Although this task is somewhat difficult, the temptation of the Superior 'Sumeru Stone' is too great. Either way, he had to complete this task.
Coincidentally, the 'quagmire tiger' that must be killed in the mission happened to be at the destination originally planned by Zhao Dabao. It won't delay him too much.
In the end, when Zhao and Hu were about to say goodbye, the Wang guard suddenly said a word. asked Hu Zhuxiong not to appear in front of him next time, he was annoyed when he saw Hu Zhuxiong.
Hu Zhuxiong and Zhao Dabao naturally did not have any doubts, and after agreeing to it, they left together.
It wasn't until there was no trace of the two of them in sight that the king guard dispersed the stern countenance he had when he last admonished him. At this time, he seemed unusually happy. While muttering in a low voice, he quickly left the school yard and hurried towards his home in the village.