Bizarre Survival: I Can Devour Thousands of Talents

Chapter 12 012: Cool Spring Water

[When the Forest is Deep, a Deer Appears: "Sorry, sorry! Let me state beforehand that 50 copper coins is just a verification price. This cool spring water is a rare gem of ordinary quality. If I didn't urgently need the money, I wouldn't be putting it up for sale! So the final price has to be raised! I'm really sorry, I really can't sell it cheaply!"]

The other party's rapid-fire rhetoric clearly indicated they were well-prepared.

His words were sincere and his attitude was polite.

However, Ling Xiao was skeptical and did not take it seriously.

Are you kidding me?

If he can be easily coaxed into handing over money with just a few words, how can he justify the life-and-death struggle he put in?

Moreover, pretending to be rich, extravagant, or high-class has never been a thing for Ling Xiao, because he doesn't have the means or the vanity to "show off" in front of girls.

I couldn't pretend before, and I still can't learn it now!

Ling Xiao: "I only have fifty-eight copper coins on me. Can we trade?"

The firelight illuminated her smooth, jade-like face, adding a touch of color to the young girl's seemingly bare-faced makeup.

After nervously sending out her draft, which she had revised many times, Lin Lu frowned slightly, still unable to suppress her frustration.

"Isn't this a bit too strict? Won't it discourage people from applying?"

"But I really, really need money. I've sold everything I own, even my socks. It's so hard to earn a hundred copper coins..."

"Waaaaah... What the hell is 'Iron Body'?! Who gives a girl this random talent?! Getting stronger just by taking a beating is okay, but I'm afraid of pain, I don't want to get hit!"

The little theater in my mind is playing a pessimistic tune on its own.

Her lips were pursed tightly in her struggle, and even the vibrant lipstick couldn't hide the slight pallor beneath the pink.

next moment.

Upon seeing the visitor's nickname, Lin Lu's mouth unconsciously opened, and she exclaimed in a low voice, "This is... Xiao? The big shot who's in the top three of three lists, second on two lists, and still climbing the ranks like crazy!?"

Just then, Ling Xiao sent his offer directly, and the girl's heart was in turmoil.

She once spent an entire afternoon "battling" with people at the seafood market, just to get a higher price for her cosplay costumes when she resold them; she also once had a heated argument with the aunties at the vegetable market, just to get less water content on the fresh tripe when it was weighed at the slaughterhouse.

Women are always inexplicably enthusiastic about bargaining, and every time they successfully force the other party to back down, it feels like they have won a great victory.

Even just rounding down to zero can start your day off right.

But now, having been thrown into an unfamiliar survival game, surrounded by a treacherous and eerie gray fog, while the mindset of the others is unclear, Lin Lu has already clearly grasped the situation.

Hug your thighs!

We must latch onto a powerful figure!

I am far inferior in both ability and mentality. If I participate in this so-called "survival", I will die sooner or later!

She didn't want to die, so she had to rely on others, either sticking together for warmth or becoming an appendage of the "strong".

Right now, a powerful opportunity is presented to me, a windfall. Can I seize it?

I need to carefully organize my thoughts and demonstrate the value that will attract the other person!

[When the forest is deep, you see a deer: "Hey boss! Um... fifty-eight copper coins is quite a lot, but I really need the money. How about I send you a list, and you can pick a few more items and add some money? Is that alright?"]

A pitiful statement as expected.

These merchants are the biggest scammers, especially when it comes to "online shopping".

He could come up with all sorts of things like selling at a loss to boost sales and massive clearance sales, but Ling Xiao remained completely calm, showing no signs of being surprised at all.

Lin Lu's feelings at this moment were extremely complicated.

I'm afraid the big shot will just ignore me and not respond at all, but I'm also afraid the big shot might be out of their mind and reply randomly after reading my message.

After all, someone who can climb to this ranking and is getting further and further ahead doesn't seem like a normal person trembling with fear like her.

The waiting time always felt like an eternity.

Fortunately, the big shot spoke again after only a few seconds.

His supple back stiffened instantly, his heart pounded faster, and he nervously read the text word by word with Lin Lu.

[Owl: "Give me a price all at once. I only have fifty-eight copper coins on me, but I can make up the difference with other things."]

The little rabbit inside my chest was practically about to jump out.

Lin Lu suddenly stood up, forcing herself to calm down with rapid breathing.

There's hope! There's hope!

I'm currently short 72 Ominous Copper Coins to reach the cost of a Random Talent Orb.

The asking price can't be too high; it has to be "honest" and "offering a discount." You absolutely can't scare away the big shot who's finally appeared...

Anyone with a brain understands what it means to have two or even three digits of copper coins at this stage.

Lin Lu's price tag is mostly only affordable for "pro players" who have received leaderboard rewards.

This is the first buyer to pass the verification process, and very likely the last big spender who has the need and the money to pay.

Your signature talent ball; if you miss it today, you'll likely never encounter it again.

We absolutely cannot let our big spender get away!

[When you see a deer in the deep forest: "Seventy-five! Uh... seventy, actually, sixty-five copper coins would also be fine!"]

Then she added timidly, "Of course! If you really want it, I can give you more..."

[Owl: Seventy. Fifty-eight copper coins, plus six source core fragments. You can have these recycled by the system; one can sell for two copper coins, but the actual price should be higher. Even if you can't wait, selling them cheaply is still a good deal.]

The exorbitant price, coupled with a pleasant surprise, completely filled Lin Lu's little head.

She felt a little dizzy, but this unexpected joy was truly the most wonderful summary of the world.

The latest novel is first published here!

[When the forest is deep, you see a deer: "Thank you so much, boss! Thank you so much, boss! Really, thank you so much!"]

Before she could continue her frantic thanks, Ling Xiao's response was as curt and direct as ever.

[Owl: "The quality and effects of the cool spring water should be enough to sell for hundreds of copper coins in a while. We are both in trouble and forced by circumstances to make this deal."]

"I haven't stooped so low as to resort to trickery and extortion to squeeze money out of you. We each get what we need, and besides, in reality, you're the one who's losing out."

Lin Lu was deeply moved, her nose tingled, and her watery eyes became even brighter and more sparkling.

A complete stranger offered her help in this situation with such open honesty, making her, who had been repeatedly deliberating on how to ask for a price, feel ashamed of herself.

I wish I could jump into the fire and burn myself to death, filled with immense shame.

[When the forest is deep, you see a deer: "Boss, you're such a kind person! I can't accept all this for nothing, so I'll give you the rest of the goods. There are some things I found when I opened the boxes, although they're mostly wood and stones, and the only piece of equipment is a broken one..."]

Lines of product information popped up in front of Ling Xiao's eyes; they were all "freebies" given away for free by the other party out of gratitude.

In addition to the standard three pieces of equipment, Ling Xiao finally has new equipment.

Although it is indeed very dilapidated, it's better than nothing!

[Damaged Arm Guard]

[Quality: Poor (Average) - Needs Repair]

[Conditions: Strength 3, Constitution 3; Consumes 10 Stamina Points to activate; Cooldown: 10 minutes]

[Special Effect: Temporarily increases Strength and Constitution by 1 point upon activation]

[Evaluation: Things that only reach their true potential after being repaired are now collectively referred to as—garbage!]

Ok!

I'll have to pay for the repairs myself.

However, putting aside the function, once equipped, it is still a piece of "armor," and the increase in physical defense is not a loss.

In short, there are always more solutions to problems.

You won't lose anything!

Wait, Ling Xiao seemed to see a flash of white.

[Owl: "Why did you give me these socks? What can I do with them?!"]

[When the forest is deep, a deer appears: "Ah, this!!! I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, boss! How about you..."]

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