Chapter 41 Sandstorm Season 05 Guangyao Organization, Crystal Core Trading (?)...
"Of course." Jiang Ruunian nodded.
If this kind of underground transaction that is expressly prohibited is exposed, it will not only affect the town, but also the top players who originally made a living from this business. She might still be alive and kicking today, but the entire Qingshan Inn might be razed to the ground tomorrow.
Qin Fang picked up a stone and gently scratched a mark on the wall: "Go north from the oasis, there will be a singing sand dune, one of which is a fake sand dune that will not move. If you put the crystal core on it, someone will come out to trade with you."
"…So openly?"
"It's not as easy as you think," Qin Fang said with a lingering fear, "That piece of Mingsha is too scary. You can't step into it without some skills, let alone stand there waiting for the transaction. I'll take you there in person later, and you'll know when you see it. Once you see it, you won't say a word."
From the first time Qin Fang patted her shoulder, Jiang Runian knew that he was a warm-hearted player, but she didn't expect him to be so enthusiastic.
As if he had sensed her surprise, Qin Fang cleared his throat and muttered, "Actually... I didn't get a suitable order today, so I'm pretty free..."
Got it.
Use her to kill time ^ ^
Jiang Runian didn't mind at all. She didn't ask Qingshan Zong to accompany her on this long journey. She was alone anyway, so it would be quite lively to have someone to chat with on the journey.
After saying that, Jiang Runian informed the other players on the same trip and rode Xiaolu to the Mingsha Dunes in the north.
There were many stares along the way, but the further north she went, the fewer players there were. Everyone seemed to have tacitly stayed away from this area, and no one could see her go deep into the restricted area - except Qin Fang.
At this moment, Qin Fang, who was sitting upright in the little green car like a primary school student, said: “………………”
No, why didn't anyone tell her that this was the owner of the little green car that caused a sensation today? !
If she had known that Jiang Runian had such ability, why would she pretend to be a senior? She could have just flattered him on the spot!
Seeing that she was unusually reserved, Jiang Ruonian smiled lightly and started talking: "What is the name of this organization you are talking about?"
"Glorious, radiant light, dazzling glory."
After a pause, Jiang Runian laughed out loud.
Qin Fang was puzzled: "What's so funny about this?"
"Isn't it funny that an organization that hides underground and cannot see the light is called Guangyao?"
Towns have banned transactions and players avoid it as if it were some deadly virus, but Guangyao specializes in purchasing alienated crystal cores and conducts transformation experiments privately. Coupled with the "work" that Sui Yan once mentioned, all these clues show how dangerous Guangyao is.
There are no rules in the doomsday world. If some people follow the rules, there will always be others who take unconventional paths.
Crystal cores are divided into different levels. Low-level crystal cores can only be sold to the game store, and there is no other way to deal with them. Most players also make money by killing monsters in this way. Only top players can obtain medium and high-level crystal cores based on their strength. They pay more, so they naturally want to get more. The interests of both parties coincide, so there is such a gray area.
Under the scorching sun, they were getting further and further away from the bustling Mingzhu Town.
The northern desert is gradually becoming desolate, with gusts of wind blowing and yellow sand flying everywhere. The surrounding terrain is also becoming complex and changeable. The sand dunes are like naughty troublemakers, disappearing and jumping in front of you to block your view.
If Xiaolu hadn't been there, Jiang Runian would have been buried in the sand long ago.
From afar, Jiang Ruunian saw the Mingsha Hills that Qin Fang had mentioned.
Small sandbags stand under the scorching sun like tombstones planted on a dead battlefield. The wind is stopped here, and the desert is like a burning iron plate splashing hot oil. Sharp sounds come from under the sand dunes, as if countless ghosts are whispering, strange and oppressive. The sand dunes are unpredictable, constantly moving and distorting the vision. Staring at them for a few more seconds will make you feel limp and dizzy.
Before his vision began to blur, Jiang Runian quickly closed his eyes, and his mind suddenly became clear.
It is indeed as Qin Fang said, it is not that simple here.
The seemingly gentle and harmless sand hides countless unknown dangers, silently hunting every passing adventurer.
Jiang Runian tried several times. Once she opened her eyes for more than three seconds, a red and green vortex would appear in front of her eyes, gradually sucking away her consciousness.
After thinking for a moment, she simply tore off a piece of her clothes and covered her eyes with it.
The curtains on all four sides were drawn tightly. The chief audience member Qin Fang was stunned. He couldn't help but give a thumbs up. Then he thought that Jiang Runian was no longer visible, so he changed his exclamation to verbal exclamation: "Anian, you simply exude the calmness of a top master."
Jiang Runian couldn't help laughing.
It's a good place where no one knows her, and she can pretend to be a top master.
After walking for about 20 minutes, Xiaolu stopped in front of the second immovable artificial hill from the left. Jiang Runian used his keen five senses to touch a flat and smooth platform. It was square and must have been cut from some precious stone. There was a layer of sand under his feet, which was also a stone platform.
She placed the intermediate crystal core on it without hesitation and waited quietly.
When Guangyao’s people come out to trade, she will use this crystal core to buy information about a leader BOSS, and then—
However, plans cannot keep up with changes.
The ground suddenly shook, accompanied by a panicked scream!
Qin Fang: “…”
The scream just now was made by Jiang Runian... right?
Jiang Runian, who had been as steady as a rock, calm and composed from the beginning to the end, what happened to her that made her scream in such a way that was not in line with her character? !
Qin Fang tremblingly lifted the curtain and looked for two seconds, but saw only nothing in front of the sand dune.
The person is gone, and the crystal core is gone too.
*
So, where did the people and the crystal core go?
The stone platform under her feet suddenly shook. Jiang Runian subconsciously half-knelt to lower her center of gravity - she couldn't leave here. The vibration of the ground would most likely cause quicksand, which would be even more deadly.
Moreover, this vibration was not natural. It did not seem to be caused by a collision deep underground. Instead, it felt like the activation of a lifting mechanism that Chu Yu had played with in the past.
Jiang Runian's vision, covered by the cloth, fell into a brief darkness. He felt the weightlessness of falling to the ground. He grabbed the crystal core with one hand and threw out two pink props from his bag with the other hand, taking a deep breath.
After an unknown amount of time, she landed on the cold ground.
After removing the cloth, a palace-like hut came into view. The smell of sand and dust faded, replaced by an old metallic smell. The flag hanging at the door was red and black, with a regular octagonal star painted on it.
This seems to be... the base of the Guangyao Organization?
She heard subtle footsteps and looked up alertly, only to see two men in white shirts and black pants, holding crossbow-like weapons in their hands.
This outfit is somewhat similar to Sui Yan's.
The white-clothed men were thin, with a pair of sharp eyes staring at her, exuding a faint sense of oppression. One of them raised his chin towards her and said, "Come here, someone wants to see you."
This scene was something she had never expected.
She always liked to think a few steps ahead before doing anything, but she never imagined that an ordinary crystal core transaction would actually bring her into Guangyao's lair.
Applying a little force with her fingertips, she tried to keep herself awake and calm, patted her knees and stood up.
Following the man in white, Jiang Runian walked through a long corridor.
This place was like an ancient palace hidden outside of time, made entirely of obsidian and crimson stone, with complex runes carved on the walls that she couldn't understand. The dim light shone through the crystal core lamp embedded in the wall, emitting a faint green light, reflecting the surroundings like a deep forest, and the sound of footsteps echoed between the empty stone walls. The passages that extended in all directions were unfathomable, and strange mechanisms could be vaguely seen, with occasional low operating sounds.
Finally, the scene became clear.
A gorgeous crystal chandelier hung in the spacious room, emitting a cold light. Heavy metal doors were tightly closed on both sides, exuding an inviolable majesty.
Sitting on the main seat was a man wearing a silver mask.
His eyes fell directly on Jiang Runian's hand: "Where did you get this crystal core from?"
Oh, no wonder she had to be dragged down.
It turned out that they wanted to find out the source and prevent the middlemen from making a profit from the price difference.
Jiang Runian did not give a direct answer, but just smiled and asked, "I shouldn't be the first lucky person to visit Guangyao, right?"
"..." The silver-faced man was silent for a moment, "Aren't you afraid?"
"Why should I be afraid of you? Since Guangyao has come personally, I am still a distinguished guest," Jiang Runian narrowed his eyes, "At worst, we can just break up the talks, not kill people to silence them, right?"
The silver-faced man's eyes flashed, as if he didn't expect Jiang Runian to speak so directly.
There was a hint of inquiry in his voice. "Although the crystal core in your body is only of intermediate grade, its purity is almost 100%. A place that can breed such a crystal core must have abundant alien energy, which Guangyao needs very much."
Jiang Ruonian nodded pretentiously and said lightly: "So? I'm here to sell crystal cores, not to be an intelligence dealer."
"I'll offer you ten crystal cores."
"Brother, I'm not a fool."
Jiang Runian blew away the hair that fell on his nose, looking dissatisfied: "Ten? I can earn back the money in ten days if I play one a day. With such a stable source of currency, why should I sell it to you all at once?"
The silver-faced man also saw that Jiang Ruinian was not an easy person to deal with, so he continued, "Tell me a number - I warn you first, don't go too far, taking too much is not a good thing."
"You want me to tell you? I know my limits," Jiang Runian was unmoved and rolled his eyes, "I don't want money."
They are all smart people. As soon as she said this, the silver-faced man's eyes suddenly became sharp, and his gaze locked on her like a knife.
Jiang Ru Nian was not in a hurry, and said calmly: "I want a piece of news and a mercenary."
"What news?"
"A large, fast-moving leader-level BOSS capable of carrying at least thirty people."
Silver-faced man: “…”
This woman is really asking for too much, demanding information of this level right away.
You know, hunting this kind of BOSS can make more money than buying and selling crystal cores. The silver-faced man still doubted Jiang Runian's ability. He didn't think that any player could easily defeat the leader BOSS, but he was also worried that he would make a mistake and let a big fish escape.
The two sides stood in silence for a while. The silver-faced man hesitated and said, "I'll think about it. You finish your words first."
"Look, it's tiring for me to fight the boss by myself, and the level of the Mingzhu Town Hire Office is just so-so. Why don't you lend me one?" Jiang Runian counted on his fingers, "Let me think about it. Of course, he must be strong, and it would be best if he has a special ability that can decide the outcome of the fight, such as being able to fly, transform into a Tyrannosaurus, or take me away with a flash or something like that."
Silver-faced man: “?”
Which player can fly and transform into Tyrannosaurus? !
"She has to be prettier. I don't have any other problems, but I feel shortness of breath when I see ugly people. I feel uncomfortable now."
Silver-faced man: “???”
I always feel like you mean something??!
"Oh, and most importantly, get in better shape."
"...You mean you're better at fighting?"
"No, it's about body shape," Jiang Runian gestured in front of his chest, "Your Guangyao uniforms are very tight fitting. Ordinary men wearing them have no shoulders, no chest, and no back, only short legs and a big belly, which looks disgusting - oh, those two men in white just now are them."
The two men in white guarding the door: “………………” Did I provoke you? !
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