Goblin Heavy Dependence

Chapter 426 Shark Beast Materials and [Pearl Spinning]

The armored monster's gills, which were accidentally destroyed in battle, made Xia Nan extremely sensitive to the extraction of monster materials.

Of course, the specific manifestation of this is not that they are afraid of accidentally cutting down some valuable materials and thus hesitate to fight.

Xia Nan knew that only by surviving would those gold coins have any meaning.

Therefore, in the process of fighting monsters, their first consideration is how to end the opponent's life more efficiently, and then they pay attention to other things.

He simply used his spare time to read as much information as possible about monsters on the continent of Aifara, hoping that he wouldn't make the absurd mistake of "picking up sesame seeds and missing watermelons" due to a lack of relevant knowledge in the future.

Regardless of the purpose, it's always good to be able to learn.

By now, he has a general understanding of the many kinds of monsters on this continent. At least he won't be like before, where he would finally defeat the enemy only to be completely clueless about where to start when it came to gathering materials.

Before deciding to go to Harbor Bay, Xia Nan did some emergency training on aquatic monsters and gained some understanding of them.

The strange shark beast from Cliff Island is powerful, and its challenge level on land is probably no less than "Level 4". Under such circumstances, its body material is likely to be very valuable.

However, he had never seen it in the monster encyclopedia, which made him unsure of what to do.

Just to be on the safe side, Xia Nan deliberately dragged the shark beast's carcass back to Qiaoyan Village on a raft, consulted the opinions of the village's veteran fishermen who had been engaged in fishing for decades, and combined his own rudimentary understanding of aquatic monsters before he began to extract the materials.

Unfortunately, the journey between Cliff Island and Fish Bay takes about five days. Given the climate of the Southern Islands, the carcass would quickly rot without adequate preservation measures, making it impossible for Xia Nan to transport the entire shark carcass back to Fish Bay for professional handling.

Only select parts that look valuable, are easy to transport, and are not easily spoiled.

In the end, Xia Nan brought back the following shark beast materials from Cliff Island:

1. Shark skin;
The rough, bluish-gray skin covering the entire shark beast possesses astonishing toughness and physical defense capabilities, a fact that Xia Nan has experienced firsthand in battle.

The tough feel of the shark skin under the [Mandarin Orange] dagger while peeling it further confirmed his suspicions.

Its value doesn't even require any knowledge of aquatic monsters; any adventurer with even a little experience would find it impossible to miss.

Xia Nan almost completely peeled off the skin of the shark beast's nearly three-meter-long body and brought it back. After the fishermen of Qiaoyan Village performed temporary treatment on the fish skin, five days later, the shark skin showed no signs of spoilage and should be able to sell for a good price.

2. Fins and claws;
Xia Nan cut off a small piece of the shark's raised fin during the battle, but the overall structure remained relatively intact.

In addition, its elbows, side knees, and auxiliary fins on its tail were also quite sharp, and Xia Nan cut them off and took them away.

The five black claws on the humanoid hand performed very well in battle. Combined with the shark beast's own powerful muscles, they could even pierce directly into a human's skull. They were also easy to preserve and not very big, so he brought them back with him.

3. Swim bladder;

Xia Nan discovered the swim bladder of the shark beast during its dissection, located in the center of its chest, near its heart.

It is a translucent fluorescent blue color, oval-shaped and shrunken, surrounded by active magical particles in the air.

Based on the shark's performance in its battle with itself, the move where the shark suddenly spewed out a large amount of water from its mouth, causing Nick to suffer severe injuries and ultimately die, should have come from this special swim bladder.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, it should be the most valuable of all these materials.

4. Scrap materials such as bones, tendons, and ligaments;
The shark's bones are relatively light, yet they support its extremely dense and robust muscles, giving it a certain strength.

Tendons and ligaments are also quite good in terms of elasticity and strength, and might be used to make bowstrings.

Anyway, these things wouldn't spoil after simple processing, and since the "Flying Fish Oil Barrel" had plenty of space, Xia Nan transported them all back at once.

Of course, most of these materials are currently stored on the "Flying Fish Oil Barrel," under the special care of the crew of the Black Gull.

Xia Nan only carried some material samples in his backpack.

Otherwise, given the enormous size of the Shark Beast, which is taller than several Altons stacked together when it stands upright, Xia Nan would probably have to use a small cart to pull its shark bones alone, as they would be too conspicuous.

He plans to wait until he finds a suitable disposal method before having someone transport it over.

While pondering how much these items could fetch, Xia Nan unknowingly arrived at the White Cliff area, the uppermost level of Barracuda Bay, following the address provided by the tavern owner, Hera.

The environment there is completely different from the narrow and cramped alleyways of the saltwater area.

The wide, clean streets are paved with neat bricks and stones, offering a wide view. There are few carriages or pedestrians, and you can see the end of the road ahead at a glance. Accompanied by the occasional music played by bards from the small shops along the street, and the gentle breeze that brushes against your cheeks, it gives people a soothing and relaxing feeling.

The distance between buildings is further increased compared to the middle cormorant area, and the architectural styles themselves no longer resemble the standardized appearance of assembly line production. They are quite different from each other, each reflecting the personality and preferences of the builder.

The area is lush with greenery, and you can often see benches along the roadside for pedestrians to rest, as well as exquisite stone statues and fountains built purely for aesthetic purposes.

Along the way, Xia Nan even passed the entrances to two small public gardens.

It can only be said that the existence of extraordinary power and the ambiguity of the rules of order have made the polarization of wealth in this world particularly pronounced.

When an individual's strength is so great that they can surpass an army, the law of the jungle—survival of the fittest and the winner takes all—is fully revealed.

Xia Nan remained silent, feeling conflicted.

On the one hand, at least for now, he doesn't have the power to change all of this. He respects those determined people with lofty ambitions, but after all, he is just a transmigrator who has been in this world for less than two years. Even in River Valley Town, where he has stayed the longest, he has not spent as much time as he did sitting at his office desk in his previous life. He lacks ties and motivation, and he doesn't have that kind of determination.

On the other hand, to some extent, the fact that he can now stand here as a professional, thinking about these issues from such a great distance, instead of standing in the fields sweating profusely while worrying about how to pay this year's grain tax, means that he has already become a member of this dog-eat-dog jungle.

Shaking his head, Xia Nan stopped thinking about it.

Regardless of which path I take in the future, or whether my mindset will change.

At least in the world we live in right now, one thing will never change:
Power determines everything.

Only when you have enough power can you gain the power to "choose".

Otherwise, it's all just empty talk.

With the attribute panel at your fingertips, even if progress is slow, you can still reap rewards and keep moving forward as long as you work hard.

He won't waste this opportunity.

My gaze swept forward, scanning the street.

Unlike the bustling crowds at Polang Wharf, there are hardly any pedestrians on the main roads of Baiya District. When you do see people, they are mostly wealthy merchants and nobles dressed in silk robes and brocade.

Of course, adventurers like Xia Nan are not uncommon.

Moreover, the vast majority of them possessed excellent equipment and refined auras, suggesting they were seasoned veterans. This wasn't surprising, as adventurers in this world generally earned a high income, especially those who had already achieved a professional rank and had established teams.

In addition, adventurers rarely have the habit of saving and are keen on enjoying life to the fullest.

This means that, from a purely consumer perspective, the daily expenses of many professionals are even higher than those of nobles who have inherited their wealth for generations.

Having achieved upward mobility through their own abilities, these adventurers are eager to gain social status and recognition.

Purchasing property and expanding one's network in Baiya District has become a consensus among most professionals who have lived in Suoyu Bay for a long time.

Therefore, even though Xia Nan was simply wearing a plain-colored shirt and trousers, along with the two longswords on his back and the bone-white leg armor on his lower body, no one would cast any strange glances at him; he would be treated as an ordinary person.

Happy to avoid attracting attention, Xia Nan followed the address Hera had given him and walked along the main road for about twenty minutes before finally arriving at his destination.

Nestled on a quiet street corner away from the hustle and bustle, and adorned with lush greenery, this is a beautifully designed, pointed-roofed cottage converted from an old aristocratic residence.

The most striking feature is the shop's huge, spotless arched glass window facing the outside. The windowsill is covered with a layer of fine, dark velvet carpet, and the garments above are carefully arranged according to size and color gradients: lace gloves, aristocratic capes, silk robes...

The wooden door was heavy, and the brass door handle was polished to a shine, with the simple patterns engraved on the surface of the handle faintly visible.

The sign, with its fine texture and made of an unknown wood, is coated with a layer of dark blue paint. It has no exaggerated patterns, only a scissors and thread emblem at the corner to indicate the shop's function. It hangs inconspicuously under the eaves, like a hidden gem that needs no bush.

The signboard was printed with a string of fancy yet elegant and flowing characters. Xia Nan stood at the door and stared at it for a long time but still couldn't understand it. He could only guess that it was Elvish.

Fortunately, there was an extra line of small print below in standard language indicating the store name, so he could be sure he hadn't gone to the wrong place.

Pearl spinning

Hera highly recommended a tailor shop to her, saying that the owner was very reliable and responsible, and that it was frequently visited by high-level professionals.

He suggested that if he wanted to work with materials like sharkskin, he could consult the shop owner, who might be able to help him.

Xia Nan stood on the street, not in a hurry to enter, but instead released his senses to carefully observe the exterior details of the tailor shop.

It was clearly designed that way.

A great deal of information can be gleaned from the tailor shop's unassuming signboard alone.

The shop owner must be an elf, or an elf hybrid, or at the very least, a fan of elven culture.

Furthermore, she is extremely confident in her skills, believing that she can attract customers without an extravagant signboard, and she herself is probably not a very outgoing person.

After pondering for a moment, Xia Nan glanced one last time at the ready-made clothes in the display case before pushing open the door and entering.

"jingle……"

The crisp sound of wind chimes rang in my ears.

The originally chilly air was instantly replaced by warmth, as if some kind of aromatherapy was burning, and a deep, subtle fragrance could be smelled when breathing.

The wooden floor was spotless, without a speck of dust. The walls on both sides were painted a pearly off-white, with minimal decoration except for a painting that Xia Nan found rather abstract, seemingly composed of various shades of blue, simulating the ocean.

The rolls of fabric, resembling books on a library shelf, are arranged according to their "material, color, and luster," with uniform length and width, stretching from the floor to near the ceiling.

With the edges of the roll aligned, it looks as if an entire wall is filled with fabrics of different colors, giving people a sense of awe.

In contrast, the reception area was much simpler, with only an oak table painted the same off-white color as the two walls, and two chairs.

On the table sat a pen holder, a few booklets with blank covers, and a small silver bell for calling people.

The "Rock Hammer" blacksmith shop in He Valley is almost the opposite of the other.

Although they both display their products on shelves, the differences between them are like the differences between "steel" and "cloth" that they represent.

The former is tough and direct, focuses on efficiency, asks what it needs, bargains for what it likes, buys what it can afford, and leaves if it can't afford it.
The latter is relatively "softer," focusing more on the atmosphere and the customer's own experience.

For some reason, Xia Nan had a vague sense of déjà vu about the tailor shop she was in, a feeling reminiscent of a luxury store from her previous life.

I subconsciously touched my fanny pack.

Although his outward expression remained unchanged, he couldn't help but feel uneasy inside.

He comforted himself, telling himself that he was there to process monster materials, not to make purchases.

He didn't care about "aristocratic dignity" and had no chance of falling into the trap of commodity premiums. He was sure he could keep his more than nine hundred gold coins no matter what.

If the shark beast materials are sold at a high price, it's possible that his savings could double.

Perhaps Xia Nan arrived too early, because when he entered the [Pearl Spinning] tailor shop, the owner was not in the shop.

Besides himself, there was only a father and daughter in the entire shop.

Judging from their attire, they should be nobles residing in the Baiya District.

He didn't mean to eavesdrop, but his strong physique gave him keen hearing, allowing him to hear the father and daughter's conversation even before he entered the room.

Judging from keywords such as "banquet," "coming of age," and "formal dress," it seems that the father wanted to have a formal dress made for his daughter at this tailor shop for attending a banquet.

When Xia Nan pushed open the door and walked into the house, the two of them unconsciously stopped talking and looked over.

　The Ice Witch's Contract

　　Summary:
　　"Use protection as your sword; use responsibility as your shield."

　　"Where the sword points, there is injustice; where the frost reaches, it protects the innocent."

　　"If I break this oath—"

　　"When ice devours bloodline, sword slays soul name!"

　　Lord of the North, Grand Duke Frostwhisper, successor of the legendary Ice Clan, Caesar Frostwhisper Evansdale, knelt on one knee, bowing and swearing an oath to the Immortal Ice Witch, the guardian who had made a pact with his family on the Frozen Throne.

　　Tags: [Single Player][Behind the Scenes][Development][Family][Farming][Epic]

　　
　
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