Lantern Sister is still very capable.

Chapter 21 Trading

Half of the resources were still a bit painful for Liu Hua, a maniac who collects items. But considering that the remaining players in this dungeon were all formidable, if he died, Lei would be left to carry the team alone. Even if he barely survived until the end of the dungeon, only one person from their team would participate in the final settlement, and their contribution would be extremely low.

Compared to the private treasure of the dungeon boss, Liu Hua is more tempted by the rewards at the end of the dungeon.

But he knew he couldn't agree directly; he had to think things through.

"We were in such a rush that we didn't get much. If you take half of it, I won't have much left. How about a third?" Liu Hua started to play the victim and act pitiful.

Combined with his handsome face covered in dust, he did indeed look miserable.

As a collector of items, Liu Hua was extremely passionate about the game and knew that some game NPCs were based on appearance. In order to collect items more effectively, he created an account with a very endearing face, which subtly aligned with Chu Deng's aesthetic preferences.

"It's not impossible." Chu Deng stroked her chin, about to agree, when she heard a cold male voice.

"No." Xingchen emerged from behind Chu Deng, directly shattering what could have been a peaceful transaction.

Suddenly, a Cheng Yaojin appeared out of nowhere. Liu Hua looked up with difficulty and saw Xingchen dressed in a black combat uniform that perfectly outlined his figure. He had sword-like eyebrows, bright eyes, red lips, and white teeth. In addition, the person in front of him had a kind of temperament, like the first snow on a high mountain, which makes people yearn for it when the sun rises.

If the timing weren't so bad, he would have liked to ask for Xingchen's facial data to use as a character in his next game.

"Half price, no bargaining," Xingchen said coldly, staring at the disheveled Liu Hua at his feet and carefully examining Liu Hua's face.

Chu Deng greeted him: "Leaving him aside for now, how was the harvest?"

"Very good." Because there were outsiders present, Xingchen only gave a brief instruction.

Liu Hua's gaze swept back and forth across the two people's legs. Just now, when Chu Deng spoke, Xing Chen subconsciously shifted her feet and turned towards Chu Deng's direction.

"Ahem, let's get this straight first, I have a sealing item that prevents my equipment from dropping even if I die. So if I don't agree to the trade, I won't get half," Liu Hua said. "If you want half, that's fine too, but I have a deal to make."

Chu Deng and Xing Chen looked at Liu Hua together.

"You're Lamp, right? I heard that the metal element guy call you Lamp, so let's call you that for now." Liu Hua turned over so she could see the two of them more clearly. "You not only have to protect me until the end of the dungeon, but you also have to hide me well and give me a level 5 water element crystal core."

"Where did this level 5 water system come from? There are only level 6 and level 4 water systems in the game right now."

“Brother, don’t rush, I was just about to say something.” Liu Hua, who was interrupted by Xingchen, was not annoyed and said seriously, “It’s obvious that we killed the Ocean Overlord together, but the dungeon is not over yet. Why? I thought about it for a long time but couldn’t figure it out until I just found out that you also went to the Ocean Overlord’s lair. Then I remembered that I picked up a lot of crystals in the lair. A boss needs so many crystals but doesn’t level up. I can only think of one possibility for now.”

Chu Deng was enlightened.

"Give birth." She uttered the two words softly, and some images seemed to flash before her eyes, so she couldn't help but close her eyes.

"That's right, sis, you're amazing, you guessed it right away." Liu Hua praised her, then quickly explained her thoughts after being startled by Xingchen's gaze: "Based on my experience, newborn beasts in the game are only one level lower than their mothers, so hunters will camp out near high-level mothers who are about to give birth. Once the mother gives birth, they can get at least two high-level crystals. I estimate that the little boss is probably level five. Of course, you don't necessarily have to give it to me, but water-type crystals are useless to you. This Ice Brother is probably more interested in the level six ability user's crystal. I'm willing to give half of my resources and this information to buy my life and that level five water-type crystal core."

After saying that, Liu Hua smiled and said to Chu Deng, "Sister Deng, I know you're a good person and don't like taking advantage of others. Do you think this information can be exchanged for that level-five crystal core?"

Chu Deng didn't speak, but turned to Xingchen, pointed to herself, and asked in bewilderment, "Do I look like an idiot?"

Xingchen subconsciously replied, "No." After saying that, he turned his head away, his ears burning slightly.

Chu Deng was relieved: "What use is this information about a minor boss to me in exchange for a level 5 crystal from that minor boss? Isn't it too obvious that you're trying to get something for nothing?"

"..." Liu Hua.

"However, since you've reminded me of something important, I agree to this unprofitable deal, but half of the resources must satisfy us."

"Okay." Liu Hua breathed a sigh of relief. Thank goodness, at least the loss wasn't too great. Currently, the highest level crystal traded in this game is only level four. He had previously learned from Xiao Shuai (Bai Hongxue) that a level five water-type player had an elementalization item, which was perfect for trading.

"You wait here first, Xingchen, you finish the transaction with him, I'll go help Mengqi deal with that little kangaroo." After saying that, Chu Deng, who didn't like to drag things out, walked towards the two people fighting in the distance.

The two watched Chu Deng's retreating figure in silence.

Liu Hua broke the silence first: "Brother Bing, do you like Sister Deng?" Although it was a question, her tone was flat.

Xingchen glanced at his radiant face.

"I'll tell you my facial data, can you..."

Xingchen waited quietly for his trade request.

Do you need items? Upgrades? Or some other rare items?

"...Add me as a friend?" Liu Hua raised his hand innocently. Of course, he had to be on good terms with this kind of big shot, otherwise where would he get so many items!

Xingchen remained silent for a few seconds, but ultimately couldn't resist the temptation and nodded in agreement.

While the two were exchanging pleasantries, Yan Mengqi, who was fighting with the red-haired kangaroo, was covered in sweat.

Because Zoe killed Bai Hongxue in one move, Yan Mengqi was greatly stimulated and unleashed her full strength, but was completely outmaneuvered by Zoe.

In reality, Yan Mengqi is just a singer. She has only been training in martial arts for less than a year. Although her coach and agent often praise her for learning quickly, Yan Mengqi knows that she is just an amateur and will be helpless against professionals.

Right now, he's barely managing to deal with the red-haired kangaroo in front of him, only thanks to the special abilities and the boost from his game character level.

All her attacks were under the opponent's control. The red-haired kangaroo seemed to have many flaws, but Yan Mengqi knew that this was a deliberate attempt to lure her into close combat. In terms of physical skills, she was no match for the opponent.

So after suffering several losses at the beginning, Yan Mengqi kept remotely controlling the metal blade to cut Zoe, which prevented the situation from becoming one-sided.

"Tsk." Another strand of hair was cut off by the flying metal blade. Zoe's eyes were full of annoyance. Yan Mengqi kept dodging. Her water-based ability needed preparation time. Soft and weak water could not damage solid metal. Although Yan Mengqi could not beat her, her dodging skills were first-rate, which led to this situation.

After thinking for a moment, Zoe hesitated, but decided to use the trick she learned from her teacher to deal with the monkey-sized gold-type woman in front of her.

"Zoe, water may seem powerless, but it can silently drown a person. So don't always think about using those world-destroying abilities. Your physical skills are very strong. You should integrate water into your every move. As for more powerful supernatural abilities, wait until you reach level five." The teacher's gentle teachings echoed in her ears, and Zoe still remembered her surprise at that time.

"Teacher, do you really think I can reach level five?!"

"Yes, Zoe, you're a genius, I've always believed that."

Zoe curled her lips into a smile, her eyes, brimming with fighting spirit, reflecting the disheveled yet upright figure opposite her. She couldn't help but speak with smug satisfaction.

“I originally wanted to stay in the World Championship, but it’s not bad to use you now. You’re the first person to meet you, you should feel honored,” Zoe announced excitedly and arrogantly.