Chapter 17 Something's Wrong, The Toad

Ji Xinghan: "Oh? Didn't you exchange all your supplies for my anti-inflammatory injections?"

Feng Bo choked for a moment and said, "My friend just gave this to me!"

Ji Xinghan: "No trade!"

Whatever the reason, something's wrong with Feng Bo.

People started messaging me privately, and most of them were making exorbitant demands, some even asking for upgrades to the vehicle's supplies.

They had calculated that Ji Xinghan had amassed a lot of wealth and was a very rich man, so they all wanted to fleece him.

Ji Xinghan was naturally unwilling. It was just a box. Most boxes could only yield a bottle of water, a piece of tin, and so on. How could he possibly exchange so many supplies for it?

She's not stupid!

People are used to opening boxes as soon as they get them, and very few people leave boxes unopened. Apart from those who want to make a quick buck, Ji Xinghan hasn't encountered anyone who genuinely wants to trade.

Feng Bo was also greedy, but he was more persistent than anyone else.

Feng Bo: "One battery, two pieces of glass, three pieces of rubber, and ten pieces of sheet metal—should we replace them or not?"

Feng Bo: "Alright, I'll take two fewer tinplates from you!"

Feng Bo: "What's wrong with you? This isn't working? Fine, fine, just give me the battery and the glass!"

Feng Bo: "Not yet! What do you want? One bottle of mineral water and one piece of rubber should be enough!"

Ji Xinghan's heart skipped a beat. Why was Feng Bo so stubborn? Why was he so persistent in lowering the price to exchange the box for her?

Something's still not right!

She still hasn't replied!

Feng Bo: "Fine, fine, give me a bottle of water and I'll give you the case. Humph, it's just that I'm having bad luck today and I'm so thirsty, otherwise I definitely wouldn't let you get this advantage!"

Ji Xinghan is certain: Feng Bo has a problem!

There's definitely something wrong!

However, she was curious: what could be the problem?

Could there be something wrong with the box? But the same box yields different results when opened by different people.

For example, yesterday when Song Zhuo opened the box, a whole nest of animals would jump out, but it's normal for her to open it.

What exactly does Feng Bo want to do?

Ji Xinghan: "I'll trade you a plastic box for your suitcase!"

Feng Bo was furious: "You unscrupulous businessman, listen to this! How dare you say that? What's the use of plastic? Everyone just treats it as garbage!"

Ji Xinghan: "Take it or leave it!"

Less than half a minute later, Feng Bo said, "Okay, okay, let's switch, let's make the deal!"

The transaction was successful, and Ji Xinghan received an unopened, dilapidated wooden box.

She placed the wooden box on the ground and walked around it, but found nothing unusual. The wooden box looked exactly like an ordinary wooden box!

Should we open this box or not?

What's the point of keeping it open if you don't turn it on? You'll have to turn it on sooner or later anyway.

What dangers might there be if we drive it?

Ji Xinghan closed his eyes, pondering various possibilities.

What if there is danger?

This is the beginner phase. As long as you follow the rules, none of the dangers you encounter will be fatal. For example, if she opens a chest and encounters a flock of chickens, as long as she abandons the chest and runs away, the chickens will stop chasing her after she has run a distance.

That's why, despite having 100,000 people in District 88, she has only sold two anti-inflammatory injections so far.

So what are you afraid of? Open!

At worst, she ran back to the van and locked the door!

Now that we've decided to open the box, we need to be fully prepared!

Ji Xinghan took out the longsword blueprint he had obtained from Feng Bo: [Longsword Blueprint: Unbindable, one-time use item. Can be used to craft a somewhat rudimentary longsword. Required materials: 20 Iron Plates, 4 Wooden Planks, 1 Fire Crystal.]

A bit rubbish?

Ji Xinghan hesitated for a moment. How rubbish was he? Was it worth it?

Well, it's still better than a wooden stick!

Ji Xinghan: "Make it!"

The crafting table flashed: [Crafting successful. You have obtained a junk longsword, which has been added to your inventory!]

Ji Xinghan quickly took out his longsword.

The longsword was quite ordinary, about 80 centimeters long, with a rough, dull blade, but it was still quite sharp. The hilt was made of wood.

Ji Xinghan gripped the sword hilt and swung it once.

She nodded to herself, it was alright. Having a weapon gave her more confidence.

That's not enough; we need to have a few more backup plans!

Ji Xinghan first made several pieces of charcoal, lit them with a lighter, and then placed several wooden boards on top.

Then he messaged Ge Xiaochuan privately: "Can I borrow your nylon net? I'll give you a chicken leg later!"

Ge Xiaochuan exclaimed excitedly, "Chicken leg? Ah, that's great! No, no, no, I don't want a chicken leg. Can you give me a piece of metal instead?"

Ji Xinghan: "Okay!"

Ge Xiaochuan sent over the nylon netting, and Ji Xinghan gave him a sheet of metal.

Ji Xinghan thought for a moment, then turned around and changed back into the clothes she had just washed. They were still a little damp, but there was no way around it; there was bound to be a fierce battle soon, and her clothes would get dirty.

Finally, she opened the van door so she could escape at any time, covered the box with a net, and gripped her longsword tightly!

With a gentle flick...

"Croak!" A giant toad jumped out of the box.

It is yellowish-brown, covered with slightly greenish bumps, and looks sticky. Its bulging eyes are round and big, golden yellow, and full of fierce light!

"Croak!" it cried out and leaped away.

The net bag was stretched into a large, sharp corner, and sticky liquid clung to it, making it look extremely disgusting.

Ji Xinghan almost vomited.

When the toad realized it was trapped, it became enraged and let out a loud, sharp croak: "Croak!" Then it stuck out its long tongue through the gap in the net.

"Pah!" A clump of green slime shot towards Ji Xinghan like lightning.

Huh? A toad can attack like that? That's not scientific!

Ji Xinghan was startled. Without thinking, she suppressed her discomfort, raised her longsword, and slashed down fiercely.

"Clang!" The longsword struck the toad's right leg.

"Croak!" The toad squeaked and jumped violently, leaving a shallow mark on its leg from which a little blood seeped out.

Ji Xinghan: ...

Her hand was trembling from the shock, and she couldn't help but gasp.

The toad was more difficult to deal with than she had imagined. Luckily, she had a longsword; otherwise, a wooden stick would have been far too much for it.

Ji Xinghan held his breath and swung his longsword wildly, quickly cutting several wounds on the toad's head, legs, and belly.

It kept yelling, both angry and anxious, struggling desperately inside the net, constantly spitting out green slime.

Ji Xinghan dodged and weaved, repeatedly avoiding the attacks.

Fortunately, her older siblings forced her to practice martial arts for a few years, so she is quite good in terms of agility and strength.

I've never touched a longsword before, and this is my first time using one, so I'm a little unaccustomed to it.

As Ji Xinghan dodged and slashed, the toad's body soon sustained more and more wounds. However, it was exceptionally fierce, jumping more and more violently. Finally, it kicked hard with its hind legs, actually creating a hole in the net.

not good!

Ji Xinghan was shocked. She raised her longsword high and slashed down heavily.

With a "bang," it hit the toad's head squarely, and with a "crack," the tip of the longsword broke off, leaving it a broken sword.

Ji Xinghan's expression changed. Oh no, the longsword was indeed trash, too fragile!

"Croak!" The toad squeaked a few times, charging around wildly, about to break free of the net.

Ji Xinghan took two steps back, turned around and picked up two burning planks from the fire. These were her backup weapons!

Grabbing a plank in one hand and a longsword in the other, she charged back. The plank was ablaze with flames, illuminating the toad's golden eyes.

Ji Xinghan hardened his heart, slammed the wooden board down on the toad's back with his right hand, and pressed the long sword down on the toad's head with his left hand.