Chapter 81 Cross-Server Rescue: Someone Came to Her Rescue
"Have you heard anything about your sister?"
When I woke up the next day, my bracelet was full of fortune readings from the messages I sent her the night before, and she was about to congratulate me.
I rubbed my eyes and took a closer look; it didn't seem to be good news.
(12:23)
Fortune is in my hands: Sister Chen, do you know anything about cross-industry networking? Is it reliable?
(4:45)
Luck is on my side: Sister Shen, I think I'm trapped. That person got me in touch with my sister, but she's in a bad situation.
Luck is on my side: What should I do? Can we really get her onto our channel? It all feels so unreal...
Shen Dixin hurriedly asked her for details.
My fortunes were influenced by my past, when I went to great lengths to find my younger sister; anyone who paid attention would know.
Sure enough, someone came to her claiming that their talent allowed them to contact players on any channel, and even sent her screenshots.
According to my inquiries, that person came from a newly merged server, and I don't know much about them.
[Rank A Courier: Every five days, obtains a one-way communication token that ignores server, distance, and blacklist restrictions, valid for 12 hours. Every twelve days, a portal can be used to connect two channels, limited to three users, valid for two hours.]
Shen Dixin narrowed her eyes. It was rare to meet someone she knew from her past life. She and the messenger were truly destined to be together, as they were able to connect on the same wavelength both times.
AAA Materials Wholesaler Lao Shen: Is the messenger's name "On the Way Home"?
Having received a positive answer that it was the same person as in his previous life, the authenticity was definitely not in question. The problem was that this guy was a complete swindler on the way back.
Ever since he learned how high the messenger's status was, he has made numerous demands for exorbitant prices and acted inconsistently.
If it weren't for his exceptional talent, which ensured he had protection wherever he went, he would have been beaten to death sooner or later.
As expected, when Shen Dixin asked about the price, he practically demanded it from me, leaving me completely drained of my resources. This was only because the news of my job change to Gu Master hadn't leaked out yet; otherwise, he would have asked for even more.
On the return journey, they were very shrewd, always setting prices that were close to people's highest psychological expectations, putting them in a position that would drive them to the brink of despair, but not to the point of complete annihilation.
My luck was such that I was so eager to see my sister. If I hadn't been worried that she was a scammer and I would have ended up with nothing, I probably wouldn't have waited for Chen Dixin to get up before I quickly made the deal.
She told herself to calm down first, as forcing herself to buy it wasn't a good idea.
She couldn't calm down at all; she almost bit her lower lip until it bled, and shook her head.
"Sister Chen, I really have no other choice. My sister is going to die if we don't take care of her soon!"
Shen Dixin was startled. Upon closer reflection, he realized that he had indeed mentioned that his sister's condition was not good.
We've all signed a contract, especially in this critical moment.
To be honest, my luck was tied up with waiting for her to wake up. Besides having her oversee things, a very important reason was that she needed help to cleanse her mind and avoid the tragedy of having to sell all her belongings.
"My sister, due to her talent, was forcibly taken as a servant by a powerful player. You know Sister Shen, she's physically disabled and completely powerless to resist. It seems she's decided to go down in flames, and if I hadn't contacted her in time..."
With just a few simple words, Shen Dixin understood her sister's situation. Her expression turned serious as she quickly weighed the options in her mind.
Saving someone can make my luck follow her wholeheartedly, and give me another partner who is very likely to be loyal to me.
Shen Dixin did not overlook the fact that her younger sister, despite her disability, still went to sea to survive; she must possess a powerful talent.
The scales swayed back and forth, but in the end, luck prevailed in my favor.
She sighed, "Of course we should save them. But we can't just let them be slaughtered like pigs on their way home."
Shen Dixin's eyes sharpened as he pondered how best to deal with this guy.
Their bullying and cowardly nature was already on full display during the return journey. They'd dare slaughter a pig, but wouldn't lay a hand on a tiger.
But this guy got the concealment item from the very beginning of the game, so no one can pinpoint his location using a team card. If you try to trade him for rare items, he'll only become greedy and demand more.
Chen Dixin rubbed his temples, feeling deflated, unable to think of a more efficient solution.
I might as well contact him myself. He'll be more careful with his fists, which are number one on all three lists. Every little bit helps.
He certainly didn't dare to act recklessly on the way back; if he offended a top player to the death, he would eventually be in deep trouble.
On the other side, he chuckled dryly on the way back, already somewhat annoyed.
He hadn't paid any protection fees for the few days since switching to the new channel, because he'd heard that the channel's leader was mild-mannered and that ordinary players received high treatment.
After a few days of calm, he thought Shen Dixing wasn't going to bother with him anymore, so he went out to make the deal. Little did he expect that she would come after him by following his scent!
Why did they have to come at this time of year? It's clearly a way of implying that he needs to pay protection money!
They even used a portal as a warning; the return journey center is bleeding.
In particular, he also bet heavily on the top player he had acquired during his first server merge, not only offering exceptionally generous tributes but also attempting to negotiate a revenue-sharing agreement.
On his way back, he lacked great wisdom but had plenty of clever tricks. The person he had his eye on was indeed a good stock, ranked 58th on the server leaderboard. It would be very difficult to find someone who could surpass him in so many channels.
Unfortunately, they met Shen Dixin.
On the way back, I was in a fit of impotent rage for a long time, and finally, I made a small, desperate demand.
"Sister Chen, I really can't give you the teleportation portal, can I offer you a discount?"
He quoted a price that was incredibly low, only slightly more expensive than a communication talisman.
Shen Dixin was stunned for a while before she realized that she was now someone else paying protection money.
On the way back, he truly lived up to his reputation as one of the most ruthless and shameless people. He had already paid the money, so he had no choice but to climb up the ladder.
He casually flattered Shen Dixin with his words, every sentence revealing his admiration for her.
Shen Dixin ignored the friendly gestures during his return journey, only adding his contact information, since his talent was special and might come in handy in the future.
Once they decided to go, they immediately set a departure time.
Tao Ling, also known as my sister, is currently curled up in the sun, her hands and feet bound by several iron chains. She has no legs and has lost her wheelchair, so she can only lie on the ground without any dignity.
One of her arms was also strangely bent, making it impossible for her to support herself.
Tao Ling's eyes were calm yet deathly still. She would occasionally glance into the house, noticing that it was almost time for the person to get up.
Tao Ling suddenly received a letter in the middle of the night. Her sister said she would try to find a way, but Tao Ling did not believe that her sister could save her from another channel that was so far away.
She gripped what was in her hand tightly, exchanged glances with the other small animals next door, who were also tightly chained up. Only she could save herself.
Before she died, Tao Ling longed to spend more time with her only remaining relative, just to talk to him, because once he woke up, there would be no more chances.
Suddenly, a letter that only Tao Ling could see flew in. The girl rarely showed a faint smile. It was her older sister.
Before opening the package, she was determined to say something happy.
She didn't want to hear about escape strategies or any comforting words; she just wanted to know what kind of life her sister had been living these past few days.
Seafood, which is usually shockingly expensive, is now cheaper than vegetables. Has your sister gotten tired of eating it? She doesn't usually touch it at all, but Tao Ling knows that her sister really likes seafood.
My sister spends all day at home drawing, so it must be very difficult for her to do physical labor here, right?
What novel careers did the older sister choose? You can keep pets at sea, will she keep one? She loves small animals, but she's never had the means to do so.
Tao Ling had a bellyful of questions, but when she read the message in the letter, they all turned into complete bewilderment.
Someone's coming to rescue her? In a little while? Will they take her to her sister's channel?
She read it again from beginning to end, but she didn't understand it, or rather, she couldn't believe it was true.
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