Chapter 299:

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The large-scale Gnoll hunting activity initiated by Murphy ultimately yielded over 300 hunting keys during the final tally, with such a massive distribution itself being a symbol of “Quality”. Although the officials had not published the specific reward list for the hunting chests, the fact that they could give out so many keys at once already indicated that it would likely be difficult to open truly good items from them. Even if the development team was “full of sincerity” this time and actually put some extraordinary things in the boxes, the probability would basically be like winning the lottery. Therefore, the fact that everyone was so happy with the twilight settlement was more of a symbolic affirmation of their “efforts” and a sense of achievement. Of course, such joyful excitement was certainly also related to the players’ “crowd mentality” personality. Little players are quite strange creatures. When they gather together, they naturally become happy as the crowd grows, and the more people there are, the happier they become, and the more people there are, the more fearless they become. Another fascinating characteristic is that the more of them there are, the more their opinions start to “influence reality”, forcing the deity known as “Dog Planner” to seriously consider their views and make corresponding adjustments to the “rules of the world”. When the number of little players reaches a certain level, a “leader” naturally emerges among them. And when the leader organizes the little players under their command into a battle-ready army, they begin to launch a large-scale “expedition” outward! The target doesn’t matter, as long as they’re happy! If there are gains in addition to happiness, that’s even better! This subtle and peculiar characteristic from various perspectives always made Murphy think of an equally crowd-loving, equally fearless of death, and equally happy-go-lucky every day amazing race. With this strong sense of deja vu, Murphy and Maxim quietly entered the Adventurer’s Guild camp. They were there to deliver items. In Maxim’s Spirit Bag were 10 “Clan Warrior Chests” carefully prepared by Murphy. These were genuine chests this time, handcrafted by Tris and imbued with spirit magic to emit a faint glow, making them more in line with the players’ idea of a “treasure chest”. In addition, there were “Grand Duke’s Guard” sets for the top three. These were actually based on the clan guard set, with over five powerful enchantments added by Enchantment Master Tris, giving them a qualitative leap in combat power. At the same time, Count Andrei, with his exceptionally high artistic skills, personally designed new decorations for these armors and painted them in a more luxurious gold and red color. This was to serve as “top-tier equipment” with triple meanings of collectible value, practical significance, and family status, to be distributed to a small number of players as a symbol of the “power party”. Murphy also had an exquisitely decorated weapon case in his hand, containing a vampire war sword found in Salrokdar’s private collection. The Masterwork Sovereign Quality already surpassed 99% of the blacksmiths’ works on the continent, and with its accompanying backstory and noble yellow text description, it had entered the realm of “divine weapons” in the continent’s legends from various perspectives. This was to be awarded as a reward to the first place winner of this Gnoll great hunt. “That new set of armor of yours is not bad. Just from the appearance, you can tell it’s definitely a divine weapon, and from the style, it seems to come from Greenleaf Island,” Guildmaster Natalie remarked, examining the “Flawed Greenleaf Lion” set on Murphy as he entered the tent. The vampire lord shrugged without further explanation, but Natalie still solemnly reminded him: “However, I sense a tainted power that destroys life in the sword cane you’re holding. You’d better use it carefully.” “Thanks for the reminder, I will,” Murphy smiled. As Maxim was putting things away, he looked at the bustling players in front and asked quietly: “So, have those two ‘treasures’ been opened yet?” “Not yet, I’m also waiting for the lucky ones to appear.” Talking about this, the previously uninterested Black-Hearted Witch Hunter immediately perked up and said enthusiastically: “I thought this would be boring, but it turns out your understanding of them is indeed superior to mine. Seeing the exaggerated joy and expressions of these warriors when they get high-value items is like watching an exciting stage play.” ŕἈ????őВЁS “Hahahaha! Cheche is truly heaven’s chosen one! Look! I got something good!” Before Natalie could finish speaking, a chorus of wailing erupted from the crowd in front. Invincible Tyrannosaurus Cheche from the student party waved the red saddle in his hand and shouted: “A limited item! A masterwork saddle that increases riding speed!” “Hey, you’re a vampire! Wake up, you can fly! You don’t need this thing at all, I’ve never seen you guys ride horses. It’s useless to you! Stop grinning like an idiot, come on, let’s talk business, sell this thing to me. I just happen to want to decorate my little Stinky Treasure with it. I’ll offer 50 gold coins!” “Shameless! Taking advantage of a student who doesn’t know the value, right? I’ll offer 70! Sell it to me, I’m about to take the riding test for the winged cavalry and I really need this thing.” Several guys argued in a frenzy nearby, but Cheche was still immersed in the joy of having gotten something good, finally proving his “European” bloodline. He certainly had no intention of selling this item. Although he was a vampire and rarely rode horses, he did have a demon-hunting warhorse being fostered at the Witch Hunter’s stable. He wanted to equip his warhorse with this beautiful item to make it the most dazzling in the stable, thus attracting the attention of those haughty mares. He was already a pitiful single dog, so he couldn’t let his mount “stay bachelor” along with him, could he? “Really, I could be happy all day watching this kind of thing, and never get bored,” Murphy said to Maxim beside him, who had a peculiar expression, with his hands behind his back: “This kind of purest joy is the most heart-touching. Maxim, do you remember when was the last time you were so happy?” “It should be when I was proven worthy upon accepting the Embrace?” Maxim thought for a moment and replied: “But such pure joy is indeed rare in my life. I have to say, our warriors are always easily satisfied in this regard. As you evaluated, they don’t even want money. They are truly the most easily maintained group of quality mercenaries on this continent.”@@@@ “Hmm, I think you should also experience your own joy,” Murphy said: “Just when I was looking for that named blade, the Griffin Greatsword for Kudel, I found another named blade that you could use.” “No, Master, I don’t need it,” Maxim shook his head and refused: “I’m a Transian. I will find usable items for myself. The weapons you collect should be used for more appropriate scenarios, such as rewarding your warriors. Their loyalty has a price, obviously not as pure as my priceless loyalty.” “Ah, this is the first time I’ve heard a vampire’s self-praise. It really gives me goosebumps,” Natalie commented: “So Mr. Maxim is also such a smooth talker? I think your skill in self-praise is enough to shame those sycophants in the Louis dynasty court.” “I’m just telling the truth, and if it makes you happy, my master did indeed once give me a nickname called ‘Smooth-talking Maxim’,” Maxim shrugged, about to retort, when he heard Murphy suddenly say: “Someone’s about to open a treasure, quick look!” “???” Natalie’s expression changed slightly, she said: “We placed them randomly, how do you know who will open it?” “Yeah, when he tells you to take it, just take it,” Electronic Succubus Old Tune laughed and put his hand on Led More Than Three to Five Pecks’ shoulder, teasing: “This is worth way more than any salary. After getting this thing, you’d feel too ashamed to refuse anything Meow King asks you to do. You should be grateful Meow King isn’t interested in men.” “F**k! The way you say it makes me a bit scared.” Led More Than Three to Five Pecks cursed harshly, but finally reached out and took the warhammer that looked light but was actually quite hefty. “Brothers! Since we got Undefeated from the box, the heavy shield ‘Unbreakable’ should be in other boxes too. The developers wouldn’t split up a set into two events, right? Our Big Bird Spin Spin Spin team is here to ask other brothers if they want to sell the heavy shield Unbreakable, price negotiable!” Meow King shouted at the top of his lungs, and the other players immediately got excited. There were still at least 200 treasure chests that hadn’t been opened, and it was already confirmed that another super weapon was definitely hidden among them. Now it was just a matter of seeing who would get it. Meow King’s shout added fuel to the already hot “unboxing event”, and the others howled as they continued this exciting activity. After they left, Frostfang Claw reappeared. He looked at Led More Than Three to Five Pecks, who was grinning stupidly while hugging the warhammer, and thought this guy really hadn’t seen much of the world. Hey, see these two daggers on my waist? Same Quality as your crappy thing, and I stole them from the BOSS myself. You don’t see me showing off like that, do you? “Brother Frostfang, hurry up and open the boxes,” Day One No Fap and Black Stockings Under the Keyboard urged from the side: “Maybe that Unbreakable shield is in these remaining boxes. Oh man, we’re really impressed by your luck, it’s amazing! You must be the legendary chosen one, right?” “But I suspect you might not even have seasoning packets in your instant noodles for the next few months,” Shrimp Catcher said sourly from the side. Frostfang Claw didn’t mind. He opened all the remaining treasure chests, but it seemed his good luck had run out. He couldn’t get the Unbreakable shield, which was somewhat disappointing. It seems this little red hand wasn’t almighty after all. Probability theory still exists after all. “It’s out! It’s out! Lady Aqua got it!” Little Ashina’s scream broke Meow King’s contemplation in the next second. He turned his head abruptly and saw the “number one beauty among players” Lady Aqua struggling to pull an oak shield out of the box. Her Strength attribute was clearly not enough, and she couldn’t lift this thing at all. Fatal Orchid Huahua had to come over and help her. “It’s over!” Meow King felt like he’d been struck by lightning for a moment. He had made up his mind to complete this weapon set for his brother, but why did the girls who didn’t lack money at all get the shield? How was he supposed to complete the set now? Even selling everything he owned wouldn’t be enough. Led More Than Three to Five Pecks also noticed Meow King’s expression. He bit his lip and came over to say: “Why don’t we just sell this hammer? Isn’t this what we do business for? The game is fun, but real life is still more important. If we sell this thing, you won’t have to worry about at least half a year’s salary for the brothers, and you won’t have to be so anxious and upset all the time.” “What nonsense are you talking about?” Meow King rebuked without thinking: “This thing coming to us is all about fate. If you give it away, wouldn’t that waste all the effort our brothers put in?” “Yeah, we’re not at the point where we can’t afford to eat,” Black Stockings Under the Keyboard shook his head and said: “We still need you for that thing Meow King discussed with Brother Stick, and the girls don’t lack money. I guess they’re not interested.” “Don’t worry about it, I’ll go talk to them,” Meow King said through gritted teeth as he went to negotiate. However, the process went surprisingly smoothly. The shield bearer of the girl team, Fatal Orchid Huahua, had no intention of joining the Avalon Church at all, so she couldn’t use this faith item. But because Lady Aqua opened it, they exchanged the Crimson Witch’s staff that Meow King had obtained earlier and very readily gave up the shield. But seeing Meow King’s pained expression, it was clear there must have been other additional conditions. “Hmm, the joy is gone,” Guildmaster Natalie shook her head with some regret as she saw Led More Than Three to Five Pecks complete the set of weapons left by her father, saying: “It’s a pity, I was hoping to see more of these warriors’ exaggerated expressions of joy when blessed by good fortune.” “You have to understand that this joy stems from your gift. It’s like giving a rose will also stain your fingers with its fragrance. The pleasure doesn’t disappear. It always transfers from the unlucky ones to my face.” Murphy revealed a relaxed smile. He looked at the 10 clan treasure chests behind him and said: “You’ve already gotten your joy, now it’s my turn.”

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