Only I Have the Law: A Fantasy Daily Life

Chapter 213 Mission: Obtain the Essence of the Earth's Ley Lines

Your hand is touching the ancient, slumbering [Bone of the Earth's Ley Lines]. Though weathered and nearly depleted of magic, a trace of the slumbering earth's ancient pulse still lingers deep within!

You have now triggered the quest: Essence of the Sleeping Ley Lines.

[Mission Objective: Begin immediately, collect one hundred strands of [Earth Vein Essence]! This substance is a crystallized teardrop formed from the essence of the earth under high pressure and time, often hidden in the fractured core of ancient rock veins, containing inextinguishable geothermal heat!]

[Current progress: 1/100]

[Quest Rewards: 800 Experience Points, 1 Leyline Essence Iron]

[Task Evaluation: Ha! Deep within this forbidden zone, twisted by magic and feared by mortals, lies the true value of the 'Sleeping Blood,' forgotten by the earth! Go and use your pitiful magical aura to probe the stone's memory! Hopefully, you won't mistake it for just an ordinary black stone suitable for propping up a table corner!]

The system's voice suddenly sounded.

With its usual chuunibyou tone, grand narrative style, and sarcastic remarks.

Chen Baiyu, who felt she hadn't done any tasks for a while, couldn't help but feel excited.

He skillfully ignored most of the flowery and impractical modifiers, quickly getting straight to the core and beginning to dissect and analyze the meaning of the passage.

The essence of the earth veins clearly refers to the stone he had just touched.

Based on his observations, it is not difficult to conclude that this is a piece of basalt.

Based on the description that "this substance is a teardrop crystal formed by the essence of the earth under high pressure and time, often hidden in the fractured core of ancient rock veins, containing inextinguishable geothermal heat!", it can be basically confirmed that what the system wants is basalt.

After all, basalt, as an igneous rock, does indeed meet the conditions of high pressure, being buried deep underground, and being extremely hot.

The task, which requires collecting one hundred strands of earth vein essence, is currently showing a progress of 1/100.

What this means is already obvious.

This means he doesn't need to do much; he only needs to get close to the basalt to collect the so-called ley line essence and increase his progress.

It doesn't sound difficult.

Even considering the high experience reward, the task difficulty should also be high, and it is very likely that not every piece of basalt contains the essence of the earth veins.

But there's still nothing to worry about regarding this task.

After all, there isn't much else in the Heizhugou area except for basalt.

It's important to know that the more than 60-kilometer-long magnetic field zone in Heizhugou, which caused numerous disappearances of people and livestock, is due to the fact that the rocks in Heizhugou are mostly volcanic rocks, containing large amounts of iron, manganese, magnesium, silicon, etc., which creates magnetic field zones with extremely different characteristics in Heizhugou.

There is so much basalt.

Gathering 100 pieces of basalt containing the essence of the earth's veins shouldn't be too difficult.

If even after searching the surface of Heizhugou and finding no 100 pieces of earth vein essence, it is necessary to continue digging deeper to find more basalt.

What else can be said?

I've given it to you!
If all else fails, I'll just skip the task.

He's just an ordinary person with a physical constitution that's a dozen times stronger than the human limit, not some human-shaped tunnel boring machine.

If it really involved cutting through mountains and digging tunnels, that would be too far-fetched. If the difficulty is too great, he will naturally back down.

Of course.

Before confirming that the task is really that difficult, we should definitely try it out. After all, it is a task with an 800-point experience reward, and it also comes with a Leyline Essence whose purpose is unknown as a reward.

Even ignoring the ley line essence reward.

But the 800 experience points reward is not to be missed.

He had never fought such a rich battle since he acquired the system.

If you add the extra experience bonus from the Scholar title, you could probably get over 1000 experience points in one go after completing this quest.

While thinking.

Chen Baiyu's fingers, which were gripping the cold basalt slab, paused slightly.

He steadily lifted the stone slab and walked towards the corner of the shelter that was being built.

I already understand.

In addition to basic wilderness survival tasks such as smoked meat and shelter, this wilderness adventure seems to have added a hardcore task of "mining".

A knowing glint flashed in his golden vertical pupils in the firelight, before he regained his focus.

It seems like I've thought about this a lot, and it also seems like a long time has passed.

But in reality, even though his thinking was that fast, it only lasted for a moment, just like the narration segments in many anime, which are paused at certain times.

The three members of the surrounding security team were unaware of what had happened and continued to perform their duties.

The guards stood on the edge, keeping watch.

The cameraman carried his equipment and aimed it at Chen Baiyu, repeatedly filming from various angles.

The experts watched Chen Baiyu perform various operations and briefly explained the purpose and principles of these operations next to the instruments.

Chen Baiyu, however, was already thinking about how to reasonably search for basalt in front of the camera during the day, and how to secretly go out at night without telling the three people to complete the task of finding basalt.

These things all require planning.

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Meanwhile, at a hotel somewhere in Shanghai.

After finishing a phone call with several old friends with a big smile on his face, Director Hong Lingfeng excitedly headed towards his niece's room.

Early this morning.

"The Buried Hero" has officially launched on iQiyi.

This morning, quite a few old friends called to inquire, and he gave them a good Versailles-like scolding.

Just thinking about it made him laugh out loud again.

Although he is already considered a well-known and successful director in this industry.

However, directing such a great series as "The Burial of the Brave" still makes him very happy.

"Weiwei, it's time for lunch."

"Today, investors from Shanghai are treating us to dinner, and after dinner, there will be a promotional roadshow in the afternoon."

While pondering, Hong Lingfeng, who had reached his niece Lin Wei's door, knocked on it.

That's right, they still need to conduct promotional roadshows.

The main reason I came to Shanghai was for this.

If a TV series receives a good response after its release, it is only a successful starting point, not the end.

Continuous promotion and roadshows are aimed at maximizing this success.

After all, trending topics in the internet age are fleeting.

Without continuous promotion, even the highest initial buzz will quickly cool down. Sustained promotion ensures the show's exposure on social media and news outlets, allowing it to remain in the public eye for a longer period.

After filming some movies and TV series, some celebrities will follow the crew to participate in variety shows or do promotional tours to promote their films and TV series.

While thinking.

After Hong Lingfeng knocked on the door, a cheerful "Coming!" came from inside.

At the same time, the sound of jogging footsteps could be heard.

Hong Lingfeng knew from the sound of footsteps that his niece was not dressed in the room and was running around barefoot just like at home.

The door clicked open the next moment.

Lin Wei appeared at the doorway.

Today, instead of her usual elaborate influencer makeup, she had a bare, delicate face.

A few wisps of hair playfully clung to her smooth forehead, making her look exceptionally youthful.

She was wearing a loose, comfortable off-white cartoon T-shirt and light blue denim shorts, revealing a pair of straight and shapely legs.

Hong Lingfeng didn't have time to say anything.

Then the little girl excitedly turned around and went back into the room.

He reluctantly pushed open the door.

At that moment, Lin Wei returned to the bedside. She was humming a tuneless little tune while trying to stuff a beige woven straw hat into her already half-full suitcase.

The girl's face showed an innocent joy.

It's like a primary school student preparing for a spring outing.

Seeing this, Hong Lingfeng was about to invite her to lunch and to talk about the afternoon's roadshow.

But their gazes were involuntarily drawn to the other sights in the room.

All that could be seen was the edge of Lin Wei's hotel bed.

A 24-inch suitcase was open, and inside were neatly packed a lot of clothes, mainly light summer clothes, as well as travel necessities such as a toiletry bag, charger, and folding umbrella.

There was a backpack on the chair next to it, the zipper half open, revealing a small laptop and a corner of a portable hard drive inside.

The room was tidy and organized, giving off a feeling of "ready to go on a long journey".

This made Hong Lingfeng's words catch in his throat.

This definitely doesn't look like someone who just went out for a quick shopping trip!
He couldn't help but frown in confusion, pointing to the luggage in the room and asking, "Weiwei? You're... packing your bags to leave Shanghai?"

As her uncle, and also the person in charge of looking after Lin Wei's work on set in place of her parents during this period, he instinctively became concerned about his niece's whereabouts.

"There's an important promotional roadshow this afternoon. You're a hero in our post-production editing team and a crucial part of the promotion."

As someone who is practically a parent, he said this subconsciously.

He didn't directly ask for the reason, nor did he directly refuse. Instead, he first affirmed Lin Wei's contribution with a tone of praise.

This is the experience of a seasoned veteran in society, and also an art of speaking.

Moreover, these words can also subtly hint at what one's niece is planning.
As a seasoned veteran of the underworld.

He felt it necessary to oversee his niece's choices, regardless of the circumstances.

Lin Wei finally managed to stuff the hat into her suitcase.

After hearing her uncle's words, she patted the box, then turned around with a bright, slightly mischievous smile and said:

"Uncle, I'm just a minor internet celebrity. In the film crew, I'm just a manager responsible for odd jobs, plus a cog in the machine of the post-production editing team."

"Now that the full movie is online, with a great director like you overseeing the promotional events and the main cast leading the charge, I feel like we don't really need someone like me."

Her tone was light and playful.

But his eyes revealed an unwavering determination.

Hong Lingfeng, who knew her well, understood that his niece was serious about doing something.

She's a girl who's usually quite reserved and normal, but when it comes to crucial situations, she'll definitely be bold and decisive.

So I pondered.

Seeing that his indirect questioning of Hong Lingfeng was ineffective, he simply chose to get straight to the point and ask, "So where are you going?"

at the same time.

He quickly went through the places Lin Wei might have gone in his mind.

Based on my understanding of my niece.

The fact that she's so serious about setting off means she's definitely going to pursue her own dreams or do something she believes is right.

So, was your application to volunteer in a remote and hardship-stricken area approved?

Or did you meet like-minded companions who are willing to do positive things together?
Many possibilities flashed through his mind.

But the next moment.

Lin Wei's answer clearly surprised him.

Suining.

Lin Wei uttered two words crisply, which were clearly the name of a city.

A faint blush rose to her cheeks, but her eyes shone brightly as she met Hong Lingfeng's gaze with complete composure.

"Suining?"

Hong Lingfeng repeated it subconsciously.

He felt that the place name sounded familiar...

Is it the headquarters of a large volunteer organization? Or something else?
and many more!

Halfway through his thought, he suddenly slapped his forehead.

Isn't this the city where Chen Baiyu lives?!
Just a few days ago, Lin Wei had gone there to deliver the film source material as he instructed...

Thinking of this, he observed his niece again with the keen eye of a seasoned director, and immediately noticed the sparkle in her eyes...

hiss……

No way?
Could it be that?
Hong Lingfeng understood everything in an instant.

Perhaps it was because he had often praised Chen Baiyu on set, or perhaps it was because he had his niece deliver the film to Chen Baiyu a few days ago...

all in all.

After his niece Lin Wei met Chen Baiyu, she seemed to be attracted to him.

Now it seems he has created a situation where good intentions are wasted.

He wanted to immediately say that girls should be more reserved.

But then I felt that being attracted to Chen Baiyu was only natural, and if I were a girl, I was afraid I would also be unable to resist getting involved with her.

And looking at Lin Wei's face, which was filled with anticipation, excitement, and a little bit of shyness.

Looking at that face, so vibrant and full of life, like a sunflower.

Hong Lingfeng swallowed all his words.

My niece has always been very principled, and it's rare to see her show such pure passion and courage for a man.

Should I really stop it?

Moreover, given Chen Baiyu's superhuman abilities and unique temperament, he felt that if this matter were to succeed, there might not be anything wrong with it.

At least he's not the kind of young man who would park a will-o'-the-wisp downstairs and call him "Old Deng."

This is a truly talented person, one that even he admires.

Even if the two of them were together now, it wouldn't seem like there was anything wrong with it.

Think of this.

A sense of relief instantly replaced the doubt.

Hong Lingfeng felt a sense of pride, like "my daughter has grown up."

"Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!"

"Go for it! Young people should go if they have ideas! Suining is a great place! Have a lot of fun!"

Hong Lingfeng suddenly burst into laughter.

He said this as he looked at the look of surprise and delight that lit up Lin Wei's eyes.

Then he deliberately winked and lowered his voice to add, "Don't worry! Leave your parents to me! I told you you've been busy with the follow-up publicity work here, so engrossed in your work that you won't be able to go home for a while! I promise I'll smooth things over for you perfectly!"

Hong Lingfeng blinked, his smile full of the doting and encouragement of an elder.

Since we can't catch her, let her go.

At least from the perspective of a seasoned veteran like him, the trust placed in him was not unwise.

Upon hearing this, Lin Wei's face turned even redder.

Now even ordinary people with little observational skills can notice this faint red color.

However, her smile was even brighter and more radiant.

(End of this chapter)