The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

Chapter 90 Treasure Insect, The Inn on the Third Floor

After entering the passage and walking for a long time, Jiang Yan arrived at an extremely spacious stone chamber.

Inside the stone chamber, several stone shelves were neatly arranged, and many boxes were piled on the shelves, which immediately aroused Jiang Yan's interest.

Jiang Yan naturally knew that these boxes had most likely been searched by countless adventurers, and there were basically no valuable items left inside.

But he wasn't after the treasure; perhaps there would be unexpected surprises inside these boxes.

Using the "Circle" tool to scan the boxes, Jiang Yan quickly discovered three boxes containing items, while the rest were empty.

Two of the three boxes contain mechanisms, but they are two different types of mechanisms.

One of the boxes has a complex internal structure and contains arrow-like objects, which are likely mechanisms that fire arrows when opened.

Behind the other box was a hidden container filled with liquid.

Jiang Yan guessed that it most likely contained oil.

This piqued Jiang Yan's interest. He carefully fiddled with the latch, opening the box slightly. He then disabled the mechanism inside before finally opening the box completely.

After checking, Jiang Yan found a spray nozzle and smelled the fresh scent of oil.

After confirming it was oil, Jiang Yan decisively destroyed the box, then smashed the wall behind it, and took out the hidden container.

I checked the oil in the container; it was golden in color and viscous in texture, indicating it was high-quality olive oil.

After putting away the harvested olive oil, Jiang Yan's gaze fell on the last box containing the items.

According to the "circle's" investigation, there were no mechanisms inside the box.

So Jiang Yan simply lifted the lid of the box, and inside it was piled high with glittering gold coins, round pearl necklaces, rings and crowns inlaid with gemstones—it was a dazzling array of gold and silver treasures.

Although they looked very tempting, Jiang Yan knew very well that they were not real treasures.

After all, these treasures all faintly exude a life force.

Moreover, he had already recognized what these things were.

"So many treasure worms! This is truly a bumper harvest!"

Jiang Yan smiled; to him, these treasure insects were no less valuable than treasures.

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The Treasure Insect is a very peculiar monster found in the labyrinth, with a variety of appearances, including gold coins, gems, jeweled necklaces, and crowns.

Although the treasure insects vary in appearance, they are essentially the same species, only evolving different appearances during their growth.

Looking inside the box, the treasure worms were still disguised as treasure.

Jiang Yan decided to capture these precious insects alive, but how to do it was another matter.

After thinking for a moment, Jiang Yan had an idea.

"Intimidation!"

With a low shout, Jiang Yan released his aura.

An invisible pressure emanating from the apex predator enveloped the treasure worms within the treasure chest.

Unbeknownst to Jiang Yan, a blurry phantom was faintly appearing behind him at that moment.

Under Jiang Yan's intimidation, the treasure insects in the treasure chest immediately became restless.

However, soon these treasure insects lost all movement, lying limp in the treasure chest as if they had lost all life.

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Of course, in reality, these precious insects were just stunned into unconsciousness.

Jiang Yan satisfiedly withdrew his imposing aura and put all the precious insects into the "Food Restaurant".

Looking around, there was nothing left to care about.

So Jiang Yan simply chose to leave.

However, after that, he didn't gain anything, which made Jiang Yan very helpless.

They simply sped up their pace.

After walking for a while, Jiang Yan suddenly heard a noisy commotion.

Following the sound, we turned through several winding alleys and found a simple hotel.

Merchants also reside on the third level of the underground labyrinth, and the visitors are mostly adventurers and criminals who have escaped into the labyrinth, making it a mixed bag.

Although Jiang Yan knew this, he didn't care at all and simply walked up and knocked on the door.

The person behind the door looked through the observation hole and, after confirming that Jiang Yan was not a demon, opened the door. The hinges creaked, and the noise grew even louder.

Jiang Yan went inside.

A cunning-looking halfling boss immediately came forward, his small eyes quickly scanning Jiang Yan, a hint of surprise appearing when his gaze swept over Jiang Yan's neat clothes.

To be able to safely reach the third floor while still being so neatly dressed, one is definitely not an ordinary adventurer.

He immediately put on a fawning smile and bowed.

"Welcome, esteemed guest! Would you like to have a meal or would you like a private room to rest?"

"If we have something suitable for a meal, we can also discuss business."

Jiang Yan spoke calmly.

As he spoke, Jiang Yan casually raised his hand and waved his palm, revealing several gleaming gold coins that shone brightly in the dim light of the shop.

Of course, what looks like gold coins is actually the treasure insects obtained earlier.

There was no other way; he didn't have much money on him right now, so he could only try to fool them with the treasure worm.

Upon catching a glimpse of the gold coins in Jiang Yan's hand, the halfling boss's smile grew even more fawning and radiant, his eyes and brows revealing eagerness.

"Rest assured, esteemed guest! Our shop is fully stocked, with all sorts of rare items from the maze!"

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At this moment, the halfling boss was constantly calculating in his mind, thinking about what good stuff he could get to squeeze all the gold coins out of Jiang Yan's pocket.

I found an empty table in a corner and sat down, asking the halfling boss to bring me some food as soon as possible. Then I leaned back in my chair and subtly surveyed the store.

The shouts of drinking games and the arguments and curses at the gambling table rose and fell, and the smell of smoke, alcohol and sweat filled the air, creating a smoky and chaotic atmosphere.

This is a labyrinth beyond the reach of the law. Whether criminals or adventurers, they all possess a ruthless streak, and their words and actions are unrestrained and arbitrary.

Several malevolent beams of light had even fallen upon him, perhaps because they thought he was alone and wanted to covet the wealth in his hands.

Because they were inside the hotel, these people only observed from a distance and did not make any rash moves.

Although Jiang Yan sensed the malice, he didn't care.

When the dishes were served, Jiang Yan took a bite, frowned, and was filled with disappointment.

The ingredients were delivered from the ground, the seasoning was bland, and the cooking time was not right, resulting in a mediocre taste that was not appealing.

It was finished in a few bites.

Jiang Yan called over the halfling boss to ask what good stuff he had, but all he got were monster pelts, claws and fangs, or weapons and equipment; there was none of the monster ingredients he wanted.

Fortunately, there was a map showing the passage to the fifth floor, which made Jiang Yan feel that his trip was worthwhile.

After taking the map and tossing down a gold coin, Jiang Yan got up and quickly left.

After all, what he gave out wasn't real gold coins, but treasure insects.

Of course, we had to leave before the halfling boss found out!