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“Good, very good!”
“Brother Xue, don’t forget what you previously stated. You told us that you would increase our rewards if the level 20 Boss drops any equipment!”
The money-minded Zhou Pengtai inched closer to Xue Feng and grinned. “I’m not asking for much. A level 20 green rank equipment could probably be sold for 25,000 Gold Coins. Just give me 5,000 Gold Coins, then!”
As soon as he said that, Xue Feng and the Mu siblings’ expressions turned sour.
“Brother Zhou, honestly speaking, your asking price is a little too high. There are so many of us here, and even if we split it equally or split it based on our contributions, there doesn’t seem to be a reason for you to be entitled to such a huge reward.”
Xue Feng, who was initially overjoyed that he could finally recover his costs, responded coldly.
“I bought the information myself and gathered everyone here. I’m a man of my words, and while I indeed stated that I’ll raise the reward if the Boss drops equipment, I never said that it would be split equally.”
“Even if there are really 5,000 Gold Coins remaining once I’ve taken half of the proceedings to cover my costs, I personally think that Su Chen should be the one who receives the gold. Why would I even hand it to you in the first place?”
Hearing this, Zhou Pengtai’s face turned red with
After all, he was also a level 20 player. Aside from Xue Feng, who was Level 21, he was the highest leveled player here.
“Have you gone mad!? Sure, this kid has indeed lent us a hand, but all he did was finish off a boss that we’ve already whittled down greatly!”
Zhou Pengtai immediately started arguing with Xue Feng.
Xue Feng was immediately amused when he heard this, “Are you hearing yourself? You call having 6,000 HP left whittling down greatly?!”
“Finish off a boss, you say? I haven’t even see you dish out a damage value higher than 900 throughout this battle! You’re level 20, and yet, I doubt you’ll put up as much damage as Brother Su here even if you unleash two skills at the same time!”
Zhou Pengtai had been thoroughly shut down. He wanted to rebut, but before he even had a chance to do so, Xue Feng immediately added a line, “Did you forget that you almost caused the party to be wiped out after failing to grab the Boss’ aggro earlier!?”
Having enough of this conversation, Xue Feng then started distributing the rewards for the Mercenary Quest.
The level 25 Boss was not included as part of the Mercenary Quest. It was an entirely different quest that Xue Feng and the other three higher level players were supposed to take on.
“With this, the three of you have officially completed the Mercenary Quest. All of you are guaranteed 400 Gold Coins, and as for the reimbursement of the potions, just tell me how much you’ve consumed and I’ll pay you accordingly.”
“Also, since this Boss has dropped some equipment, and since I promised that all of you will additional rewards, I’ll be paying all of you an extra 1,000 Gold Coins. As for Su Chen, he’ll receive a share of 5,000 Gold Coins. Sounds good?”
Everyone except Zhou Pengtai nodded at Xue Feng’s statement.
In fact, they even mentally praised Xue Feng’s actions. After all, Xue Feng need not reward Brother Su extra all because of his contributions. After all, Xue Feng had only promised to raise the rewards, but he did not specify how much.
Even 1,000 Gold Coins alone was already considered a notable increase compared to the original 400 Gold Coins/ As such, even if Xue Feng had only paid Su Chen 1,000 Gold Coins, the system would not have punished Xue Feng.
“Naturally, the [ Demon Worshipping Court ]’s recommendation letter will also be rewarded to Brother Su.”
After paying Su Chen the 5,000 Gold Coins, Xue Feng then handed the letter to Su Chen and explained jokingly, “Just so you know, Brother Su, this letter doesn’t actually have much value. It’s a gimmick.”
Since he now owed Su Chen a favor, Xue Feng decided to reveal the truth of the letter to him.
“Okay, I got it.”
Su Chen nodded silently and took the letter indifferently.
“Oh right, Qiao Yi and Li Xing, you guys can return now. Go and get a good rest, we’ll handle the later part of this lair ourselves.”
Xue Feng said to the two of them calmly. Logically speaking, he should be panicking since there was a chance that the level 25 Boss’ period of weakness would pass, but for some odd reason, Xue Feng seemed to be in no rush.
Naturally, the reason behind his confidence was in large part due to Su Chen.
Just as Su Chen was about to take his leave together with Qiao Yi, Xue Feng suddenly stopped him and asked. “Brother Su, I have a proposal for you, are you interested?”
It was obvious that Xue Feng was trying to recruit Su Chen. After all, Su Chen’s strength was the real deal.
“Huh?! Xue Feng, what do you need him for? If you let him join us, wouldn’t we have to split our profits even further?!”
The more Zhou Pengtai thought about it, the angrier he felt. He had originally planned to chat with Xue Feng to mend their relationship once Su Chen was gone, but he had never expected Xue Feng to invite Su Chen into their party instead!
Mu long and Mu Lin were much more agreeable with the idea. Sure, their proceeds would be reduced, but having Brother Su on the team would make their clear much more stable.
“Heh, you don’t need to worry about your cut being reduced.” Xue Feng grinned ominously at Zhou Pengtai.
“After all, I’m kicking you out.”
Everyone except Su Chen was stunned.
Mu Lin and Mu long did not expect Xue Feng to outright boot Zhou Pengtai out of the party.
After all, Zhou Pengtai was level 20. He was at a higher level than themselves.
“?! What right do you have to kick me? I’m sure [ Ark ]’s quest system will punish you for not fulfilling your end of the bargain!” Zhou Pengtai burst out in anger.
“Punish me? The quest hasn’t even officially started yet! I’m sure I’m allowed to kick my party members out while we’re in the preparing stage, no?”
Xue Feng had planned this out earlier. As such, there was no reason to be afraid.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Pengtai’s state of mind instantly collapsed.
His entire body trembled with rage. He no longer cared about appearances as he snapped at Xue Feng, “We’ve already worked together so many times, and here you’re kicking me out all because of this newcomer!?”
“Are you sure you aren’t overestimating this level 15 newbie’s abilities!? How strong can he possibly be? I’m sure that the only reason he managed to hit such high numbers earlier was due to us bringing down the Thorn Python’s defenses! Otherwise, I’m sure his damage would be laughably low!”
“Plus, he’s only relying on the power of his two green rank equipment! Do you think I don’t own green rank equipment too!?”
“Don’t assume that the one I’m currently wearing is the only one I have! I have three f*cking pieces of green rank equipment!”
Zhou Pengtai immediately called up the system and put on the two pieces of green rank equipment that he had spent a large amount of Gold Coins to rent.
“You lil’ brat who goes by the surname of Su, I hereby declare that we’re enemies! I will kill you here today and continue hunting you down in the future until you’ve finally returned to the newbie dungeon!”
Since Xue Feng had already turned off party mode after distributing the first round of rewards, Zhou Pengtai seize this chance to attack Su Chen!
Knowing that the Mu siblings, who had good relationships with Xue Feng, would definitely come to his aid if attacked, Zhou Pengtai decided to place his animosity on Su Chen instead.
“So what if you have two pieces of green rank equipment! You think I don’t have any!? Fat chance! I have one more piece than you!”
Zhou Pengtai mood instantly lightened up upon noticing the look of shock on Xue Feng’s face.
“Don’t, you needn’t go so far…”
Unable to understand how Zhou Pengtai had managed to get his hands on two pieces of green rank equipment, and at a loss at how to deal with his sudden power boost, Xue Feng began to panic.
Thinking that this was a trouble that he had caused, Su Chen then advised Xue Feng and the others to stay put.
“No need to worry, I’ll handle him myself.”
Su Chen, who had not spoken throughout the entire argument, suddenly spoke up. After lifting his hands to stop Xue Feng, he then stepped forward to face Zhou Pengtai.
“You noisy bugger, do you know how hard I’ve been trying to ignore you all this time!?”
“I’m sure you were the one who ordered Zhang Ming to pushed me down into the snake pit earlier, right!? Honestly speaking, I was going to pick a bone with you once this quest was over.”
The moment Su Chen’s voice subsided, Zhou Pengtai immediately laughed out loud.
“Hahaha, that’s right, I was the one who gave the order! You stole one of my slots and cost me on some referral earnings! Of course I have a grudge against you!”
“Also, who gave you the illusion of thinking that a trash like you could possibly beat me!?”
“You’re not the only one with green rank equipment, you know?”
Under the glow of the Illumination Pearl, Zhou Pengtai’s helmet, wrist guard, and the sharp sword in his hand were all dyed with a faint fluorescent color.
He was indeed wearing three pieces of green rank equipment!
“Let’s see how you’ll fare in a one-on-one fight against me!”
Xue Feng’s expression became more and more conflicted. He originally wanted to ignore Su Chen’s wishes and interfere, but upon considering how much Zhou Pengtai had spent to obtain those green rank equipment, he was certain that Zhou Pengtai was only here to cause trouble.
There was no way he could possibly convince Zhou Pengtai out of the fight.
Sigh.
Brother Su’s in deep trouble, and there’s nothing I can do to help him.
Xue Feng, Mu Long, and Mu Lin were at a loss. After all, Brother Su had chosen to accept Zhou Pengtai’s solo battle. There was nothing they could do to butt in.
However, at this moment.
Su Chen’s cold voice gradually turned fierce.
“Oh? Is that so?”
“Zhou Pengtai, what if I told you that …”
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“I actually have six pieces of green rank equipment that you’ve been parading over and over again?!”
With a flick of his wrist, Su Chen then turned off the equipment hiding settings in his system menu.
Under everyone’s surprised gaze…
Four new pieces of equipment that were shimmering with green light suddenly appeared on Su Chen’s body!
Everyone froze in shock!