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Chapter 468 Luo Yi Falls into a Trap and the 'Magic' Modification of His Equipment

In a small town, in front of a blacksmith's shop.

As night fell, the somewhat austere building became lively again with the opening of the dungeon.

The place was filled with mercenaries of all kinds being questioned by the guards.

They looked different from the mercenaries.

Some people deliberately stood in front of this building.

Enjoy the [Wonderful Item] [Imperial Golden Cup], which allows you to sell two [Gem-devouring Beverages].

The Bordeaux wine produced.

The benefits include 4000 old gold coins and 10000 face value points.

As Vaughn prepared to repair his equipment, he wondered why the man didn't go in immediately.

Then he noticed that the man next to him had looked away.

She followed the man's gaze.

He quickly noticed what the man was looking at.

It was Shinobu Kocho and Mitsuri Kanroji who arrived together.

[Is the captain looking at those two women?]

Despite these two mercenaries being 'weak' and 'a drag on the team leader' in his eyes.

After the last dungeon raid, he has become a mercenary who might be able to help the captain.

But Vaughn still felt confident in the abilities of these two individuals.

It's a bit unfair that the man gave her 15% of the profits.

"Vaughn asked tentatively."

"Captain? Us?"

Fang Yi did not answer the swordsman's question.

Because Shinobu Kocho is communicating with a man through a [relic].

As you predicted, someone did contact us.

She's nearby, what's the next step?

Fang Yi quickly issued instructions.

[Follow the plan. I've already taught you how to speak the truth flawlessly.]

[For safety's sake, we're still 'not familiar' until we crush each other!]

Hearing these words.

Shinobu Kocho rolled her eyes slightly.

[This is you, who brought poor Shinobu and her friend from outside the town into the world.]

Then, we met up in front of the guild as 'strangers'.

[As a wealthy patron who invested tens of thousands of points in poor Shinobu and her friends.]

Why aren't they even checking the pharmaceutical company's accounts?

As she spoke, Shinobu Kocho took out a bottle of pills from her bosom.

From the perspective of Kanroji Mitsuri, who is not in the view.

He placed it in front of him and waved it around without making a sound.

With the general's support, I also managed to develop some new drugs.

Do you want it or not?

Fang Yi chuckled to himself.

Which kind? I don't need body-refining techniques yet.

Shinobu Kocho subconsciously licked her lips.

[It's the kind that enhances the vitality of a certain part of the body—my patron.]

Fang Yi gave his promise without making a sound.

"Then I'll have to find some time to properly test it out after I've dealt with the enemy."

The butterfly silently chuckled in response.

"So, are you coming over now, or...?"

I'll come over. You know I always like to take the initiative, no matter what.

Upon hearing this, the female pharmacist seemed to be thinking about something.

He lowered his head instinctively.

He touched her trembling thigh.

There was no reply.
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Fang Yi then took the initiative to greet the two women, waving the [Identity Badge] in his hand.

I greeted them.

"What a coincidence that we met here."

"It seems you two have the same idea as me."

Once she came to her senses, Shinobu Kocho cautiously pulled Mitsuri Kanroji back a step.

Then, with a hint of reluctance, he said...

"We paid for the [Ghoul Claw] strictly according to that unfair contract!"

"The Ghoul's Claw has nothing to do with you anymore."

Vaughn raised an eyebrow.

I think this woman is very tactless.

Fang Yi then took out a bag of coins and chuckled.

"It's alright now."

"But I think you should also know that modifying weapons using that item requires a large sum of money!"

Shinobu Kocho hesitated for a moment.

Sensing that someone was spying on them, Fang Yi took a step forward.

She suddenly closed in on Shinobu Kocho.

"And I happen to have this sum of money."

"All I need is for the two ladies to be willing to sign a cooperation agreement with me with a lower profit-sharing ratio."

"How about I lend you 4000 [Old Gold Coins] at a very low weekly interest rate of 5%?"

Shinobu Kocho visibly showed hesitation.

Fang Yi burst into laughter instead.

He uttered an arrogant statement that perfectly matched the persona he was currently cultivating.

You have three seconds to respond.

"2."

Shinobu Kocho wanted to say something more.

"1."

"This price."

"0!"

"Interest rates need to be set."

He ignored Shinobu Kocho's 'persuasion'.

Fang Yi immediately took the money pouch back.

He left the two women who wanted to say something more behind.

Without looking back, he and Vaughn walked toward the blacksmith's shop.

"Time's up, goodbye!"

She watched the man walk away.

Shinobu Kocho withdrew her outstretched hand.

She was quite 'annoyed' and started whispering in Kanroji Mitsuri's ear.

"This man is incredibly arrogant; he's unwilling to budge an inch!!"

Before he could finish speaking, a very bold female voice came from behind him.

"Ladies, can you please listen to me, Sona, now?"

Sona, her body painted with oil paint, wearing a fur vest, and carrying a long spear.

He untied the money pouch in his hand.

He showed the two women the large-denomination coins that emitted a red glow.

At the same time, he revealed his [level 3] [identity badge].

"6000 [Old Gold Coins]!"
"As long as you two are willing to come with me and discuss the information about the dungeon, there's plenty of money to be had."

"Of course, in a place where guards ensure safety."

Shinobu Kocho and Mitsuri Kanroji exchanged a glance.

They took their first steps.

A few minutes later, after watching the two leave.

The female mercenary named Sona bowed to Luo Yi, who was walking slowly out from a distance.

"Lord Li Yi!"
"After verification by the lie detector function of the hand that gave me a new life, they did not lie!"

"The specific information has been collected!"

A smile appeared on Luo Yi's face.

Instead of checking the message immediately, he embraced the previously disabled barbarian warrior.

He placed his head on this extremely burly man, whose three-dimensional attributes exceeded 30 points.

The barbarian woman who had retired a day earlier due to her disability.

At the same time, through the [Martial God Database].

The optimal strategy for dealing with this person who has sacrificed herself for the protagonist—embracing and affirming her—has been implemented: the "Martial God Strategy."

The gratitude was expressed from the bottom of their hearts.

"Thank you, Sona."

"I'm so grateful to have your help."

"My pleasure!!"

However, in stark contrast were the plans that flashed through his mind.

Mercenaries at level 3 can accept quests to leave the town.

To become [lv3], Fang Yi only needs to enter the dungeon once more.

He would need to enter the dungeon twice more.

This woman, who can be utilized, will be the 'tactical core' that allows me to start the battle early and launch a surprise attack on the enemy.

Thinking of this, Luo Yi revealed an extremely ferocious smile.

Fang Yi, I know you might have sensed something.

But I will kill you, very soon!

The barbarian woman named Sona seemed to have noticed Luo Yi's emotional change.

He asked somewhat uneasily.

"Lord Li Yi, there is still something I can do for you."

Luo Yi revealed a charming smile and read out the [Martial God Strategy] provided by the [Martial God Database].

"No, you've already done enough for me."

Your only value is to dedicate everything to me, the protagonist. Even your life—that of someone who sacrifices themselves for the protagonist!
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When I followed the man into the blacksmith's shop.

Vaughn came to the blacksmith's shop for the third time.

Looking at the massive building and the guards questioning people at the entrance.

He subconsciously clenched the [identity badge] in his hand, which had already become [lv2].

At this moment, this swordsman...

I felt both excited and nervous.

The scene of being blocked when I was at level 1 yesterday.

And the scene of being ignored by myself at level 1 during the day today.

It's still vivid in my mind.

Now, he is a completely different [lv2]!

It's time for him to enjoy the attention that the man beside him once enjoyed!
He straightened his back and looked at the doorway where the person who had blocked his way the day before had stood.

I ignored my guards during the day.

Unlike other mercenaries, they did not display their [identity badges].

They walked straight into the blacksmith's shop.

They expect the other party to swing their weapon to block them, and then they will reveal their [identity badge].

Then, after playing the classic "thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river" trick, he left with a crooked smile.

However, the guards at the door only glanced at the proud Vaughn and Fang Yi beside him.

Without saying a word, he let the swordsman and Fang Yi in.

But Vaughn got anxious instead.

He grabbed the guard.

"What about the inspection? Aren't you going to check my [identity tag]?"

The guard first bowed respectfully to Fang Yi.

"Lord Fang Yi!"

Then, he glanced at Vaughn as if he were an idiot.

I don't recognize you.

"But I remember recognizing this Lord Fangyi."

"I also learned from many mercenaries about his exploits of making a fortune in the dungeon with three 'newbies'."

The guard, with a longing look on his face, recounted the description of the man.

"In the dungeon where the difficulty increased dramatically, none of the teams led by that one person died."

"Two extremely high-quality [Ghoul Claws] have been harvested."

"How could I forget the man who received Lord Woyin's commendation and acquired his unique skill?"

After recounting the man's achievements.

The guard glanced at Vaughn with a hint of disdain and brushed Vaughn's hand away.

Although nothing was said, it was as if everything was said.

It seems that Woyin's advertising is very effective.

In no time, even the guards at the blacksmith's shop knew that someone had 'won the lottery'.

I have gained an understanding of the people in the team.

Although they realized that most people's impression of this team was that it was "one god leading three pigs".

But Vaughn, being a 'pig', was not annoyed.

Instead, they became visibly happy.

Because he knew it perfectly clearly.

If a man is willing to draw his long sword.

He wouldn't have a chance to fight back against the monsters in the dungeon.

But he knew even better.

This is a story that has become known and recognized by everyone.

I did indeed participate.

I have also made contributions and grown as a result.

I am stronger and more mature than I was a day ago.

He looked at the man who had walked into the blacksmith's shop with him.

However, he did not feel any jealousy or envy.

The reason is also very simple.

The other person is someone that even jealousy cannot catch up with, and longing cannot reach.

At this moment, he walked into the blacksmith's shop.

The scene of Woyin's admonition to him flashed through his mind.

"Sometimes it takes time and perseverance to let others see the light you shine."

Don't care about other people's opinions or their temporary evaluations.

"As long as you do your best and persevere in your efforts to surpass your past self."

"One day, your brilliance will be just like mine when I become [Silver Blade], reaching a level that no one can ignore."

A smile appeared on Vaughn's face.

Although the man in front of me is destined to become a legend.

I am probably just a passerby on his journey.

But as long as it's during this period of time.

I can learn something from him.

I have become a better version of myself than I was in the past, and I have grown as a result.

For myself, this is enough.

Yes, that's enough.

That's what Vaughn thought.
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The blacksmith's shop, a somewhat cluttered work area.

Love, who was in charge of the building, was holding a glass of draft beer.

He squinted and wobbled as he pointed at several blacksmith apprentices.

"Push harder! Haven't you eaten?"
"Keep the bellows running!"

However, Love's humiliating teaching style could not be sustained.

Because a man who rushed into the work area said this.

"Fang Yi has arrived, accompanied by a swordsman."

"The swordsman went to repair his equipment."

Lof put down his beer, seemingly pondering who Fang Yi was.

Seeing that Love seemed a little confused, the man added another sentence.

"It's the person you asked me to retrieve five rolls of bandages to collect the sword rack iron."

"It was also in a dungeon with unusual difficulty that the man hunted down the extremely high-quality [Ghoul Claw]."

"Invite him in?"

Luo Fu then remembered Fang Yi.

"Let him in!"

Then he let out a burp.

"Although there should only be one or two pieces of [Iron Knife Holder], [Ghoul Claw] is still worth checking out."

Love waved his hand dismissively.

He saw several rusty kitchen knives that Fang Yi had pulled from the knife rack in front of him.

Love's eyes widened, and he reached out and flicked the rusty kitchen knife.

It was as if they were confirming that the [Iron Knife Holder] before them was not an illusion.

"The first dungeon?"
"You obtained four [Sword Holder Iron] pieces? This has never happened before!"

Fang Yi smiled and nodded.

Lov, having confirmed the existence of the [Iron Knife Holder], ignored Fang Yi.

Instead, he bent down and examined two of the [Iron Knife Holders].

After a short while, he sighed.

"Two of them are of much higher quality, the kind that can only be obtained by defeating powerful [elite-level monsters]!"

"you"

Fang Yi tilted his head and took out the [Ghoul Claw] and [Prometheus].

"So, can you modify my pistol?"
"I'm hoping for power and speed."

Love's eyes instantly became clear.

The old man touched Prometheus.

His hands moved in a flurry.

"Click-click!" After a few sounds, the pistol was completely disassembled.

The old man stretched out his fingers to examine the structure of the pistol and measured its size.

After thinking for a few minutes, the old man pulled on his somewhat loose shirt.

He picked up a piece of [Iron Knife Holder] and tossed it to the apprentice behind him.

"Heat it up and shape it into a rectangular strip for processing pistol rifling, with a square cross-section!"
"length."

After a short while, he heard the apprentice's reply, "It's done."

The old man pushed aside the apprentice standing to the side.

He picked up the red-hot iron and placed it on the stand to secure it.

Then, with a clever twist, the four corners were bent into angles.

It was inserted straight into the barrel, pulled in and out.

Rotate, then pull and tuck.

After repeating this process three times, the gun barrel, which had become somewhat strange, was pulled up and developed rifling.

The long, thin "sword holder iron" also miraculously disappeared into thin air.

It looks as if it's integrated into the gun barrel.

Love picked up the parts, clicked twice, and tossed the assembled pistol to Fang Yi.

"Alright, let's test the gun first and see if we're satisfied."

"This gun should be sufficient for you at this stage."

"This time, we won't charge the 5000 [old gold coins] fee."

"After you've tried it, we'll talk about the claws and the knife."

Fang Yi took the pistol.

Lowered his head.

The attributes of Prometheus, which had changed from [Tier 2 Excellent] to [Tier 2 Rare], also appeared before my eyes.

The pistol was handled by the old man.

It's like going from rags to riches.

(End of this chapter)