Chapter 228: Absolute Territory |
"So, it turns out that the 'Esper Genes' traded on the black market, including those by 'Death Hive' and Xiang Wen, all originate from the organization 'Heavenly Curtain.'"
"But what exactly is 'Heavenly Curtain'?"
Guan Shan flipped through the confidential document, which detailed a portion of the cargo records from one of the branches of "Free Logistics."
From this, it wasn't hard to deduce that his breakthrough task this time was actually set within "Free Logistics," and the enemies he faced were all employees of "Free Logistics."
Considering that he had just had a conflict with "Free Logistics" earlier, it seemed quite logical that the simulator chose this location for the task.
Thinking of this, Guan Shan felt much more at ease.
They struck first!
In addition, the various items he obtained once again filled his backpack to the brim, but this time Guan Shan wasn't as anxious.
Because after completing the breakthrough task, the store had reopened, allowing him to acquire new slots.
Among these items, what made Guan Shan happiest was the ten rolls of Emergency Bandage, which meant he once again had ample healing methods.
Next was the long-lost skill book, and it happened to be the [Waterform] skill he had previously stolen during battle.
This skill was extraordinary, enough to overcome the disadvantage brought by certain terrains.
If he encountered a similar water environment again, Guan Shan would no longer be at a disadvantage and could even turn it into his advantage.
Following these were several items dropped from monsters.
[Rabbit Pelt]
[Effect: After use, disguise as a rabbit for 120 seconds.]
[Description: She curiously crossed the field, chasing the rabbit, just in time to see it jump into a big hole under a low tree.]
"This thing feels a bit eerie..."
Guan Shan rubbed his chin, immediately recalling those rabbits from the instance, shuddering at the thought.
Those rabbits, didn't they look like humans who had merged with the Rabbit Pelt?
And the description was from "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," where Alice entered a dream world through the rabbit hole, similar to how Guan Shan entered the simulation.
Thinking this way, perhaps it was a reminder that the distance between reality and simulation might not be so unreachable?
If he used this thing, wouldn't he also turn into that ghostly appearance... Chilling thought!
Guan Shan shook his head vigorously, quickly comforting himself: "The simulator's items are usually quite reliable. Even if there were any negative consequences, it would give prior warnings. Since there is none, it should be safe... right?"
Guan Shan's confidence wavered towards the end: "Next time, I'll just have 47 try it first."
Additionally, there was a ticket dropped from the chaotic battle, seemingly from that seafood-headed employee.
[Zoo Ticket (Scenario Activation Item)]
[Effect: After use, re-enter the simulation scenario [Zoo] within a 100-meter radius, including characters like rabbits, goats, tourists, and employees.]
[Description: Best used in conjunction with [Rabbit Pelt] for optimal effect.]
This was the second scenario activation item Guan Shan obtained after the Metal Plate, and it was directional.
Guan Shan glanced at the description—was this the simulator teaching him how to play the game?
This indirectly indicated that the rabbit that the [Rabbit Pelt] could transform into might not be an ordinary rabbit.
Among these characters, excluding the goat which Guan Shan hadn't encountered, the rabbit was undoubtedly the most lethal. Could it be that this item could reduce enemy combat effectiveness?
"But this requires experimentation to confirm."
Then, there was the... saliva? dropped from the floating whale.
The item named [Dragon's Fragrance] was a balm-like substance. When applied to a weapon, it added the [Bone-Corrosion] effect, significantly reducing the opponent's defense.
It was a very useful enchantment item.
Also, there was a tear dropped from the Fishman BOSS!
[Mermaid's Tear]
[Effect: Summons a tide; cooldown one month.]
[Description: Mermaids do not shed tears.]
Guan Shan's mouth twitched. Calling that ugly creature a "mermaid" was an insult to the beautiful image of mermaids in his mind.
But the item's effect was astonishing.
The words "summon a tide" were enough to make Guan Shan gasp in awe!
Wouldn't this essentially create a water environment?
Combined with [Waterform], it would be invincible!
"But this thing really doesn't look like a tear..."
Guan Shan scrutinized the blood-red bead, vaguely seeing thick yellow liquid inside, wrapped in blood veins. Coupled with the description "mermaids do not shed tears," it wasn't hard to guess that this was not a tear but the eye of the Fishman.
"The simulator really comes up with disturbing stuff, ruining childhood memories completely."
Guan Shan sighed and put the item back in his backpack.
Among the regular reward items, there was also an achievement reward called [Enhancement Card].
The achievement itself was called [Narrow Escape], with no specific requirements given, making it quite mysterious.
Considering the experience in the instance, the encounter with the little girl was probably the true "narrow escape," hence the achievement.
This item was for enhancing max-level skills, allowing a level 5 skill to be upgraded further.
Guan Shan thought for a moment and used it on [Gravity Control].
The utility and versatility of this skill had been proven in countless battles. Without it, Guan Shan would have died countless times.
But now, this skill had also shown its limitations.
Enhancing it was the best choice.
[Gravity Control] → [Forcefield Expansion]
[Forcefield Expansion (Level 1)]
[Effect: Creates a spherical force field with a 5-meter diameter, controlling all 'forces' within it and defending against all external forces for 10 seconds.]
[Description: Absolute territory activated!]
[Note: Enhanced skills reset to level 0, requiring skill points for further upgrades.]
Guan Shan was stunned, almost choking on his own saliva.
"Cough cough... This skill is too ridiculous! Although it only lasts for 10 seconds and the range is reduced to 5 meters, isn't this essentially making 'breaking through the earth' a reality?"
Force is the fundamental existence of the universe!
If this skill continued to upgrade, it could really destroy the heavens and the earth...
Excitedly, Guan Shan checked the skill upgrade requirements.
"10 skill points per level?!"
Guan Shan's excitement instantly cooled, reluctantly lowering his trembling hand: "Well, never mind then... I only have 4 skill points now, and they need to be allocated to other skills too. Upgrading this skill will take ages."