Sequence adventurers roaming between two worlds

Chapter 84 The Price and Consumption of Exclusive Profession Gem Potions (4k words)

The top floor of the Baihe Town Guild, inside the guild leader's office.

Leo and Lucas sat facing each other.

Leo asked eagerly, "President, what is this special reward you mentioned?"

Lucas smiled, turned around, took out an exquisitely crafted medal from a cabinet behind him, and handed it to Leo: "Here you go."

His eyes were filled with emotion: "This is the honor medal of the White River Town Adventurers' Guild. Since the establishment of the White River Town Guild, only two have been issued in total."

"Holding it grants you the same privileges as a Bronze-level adventurer in all guild exchanges."

"Including but not limited to, 20% discounts, and greater redemption privileges, etc."

"The exchange list you saw before was a cut-down version and not complete. Many guild-specific resources require sufficient permissions to be eligible for exchange."

"You haven't been in the guild for long and have completed relatively few quests. Based solely on quest points, even including this large-scale quest, you won't be able to advance to the Bronze level."

"But I think that bronze-level exchange privileges would be more helpful to you."

"Furthermore, holding a Medal of Honor will provide additional implicit bonuses when attempting to advance to Silver or even Gold rank adventurers in the future."

He said meaningfully, "Once you reach the Silver level, the guild receives a fixed amount of special resources every year. Therefore, just because you meet the strength requirements doesn't guarantee that you will be promoted."

It's really good stuff!

Leo's eyes lit up.

After the beast tide, he discovered that although his strength had increased rapidly, his external resources, including his equipment, were lagging behind.

Fortunately, with the guild's higher exchange privileges, this weakness of his should be well compensated for.

Lucas continued, "Furthermore, you have made outstanding contributions to this large-scale mission. In addition to the basic salary of the deputy captain and the reward for monster extermination, you will also be granted an extra 500 contribution points."

Even as a guild branch leader, contribution points cannot be distributed arbitrarily. Every so often, a specialist from the headquarters will come to check.

Lucas used the beast tide as an excuse to maximize the rewards he could give to Leo in one go.

Upon hearing this, Leo's smile deepened.

For this large-scale mission, as the deputy captain, his basic reward is 300 contribution points + 30 gold. As for the rewards for defeating the goblin, an elite goblin is worth 5 gold, a goblin leader is worth 30 gold, and a goblin lord is worth 300 gold. However, he needs to split this with Sylvia, which means each of them will receive 150 gold.

In total, Leo will receive 800 contribution points and 320 gold.

As for gold coins, Leo doesn't lack them much; the key is the 800 contribution points.

You'll likely get a lot of good stuff from the bronze-level exchange privileges that are now available.

Seeing Leo's expression, Lucas smiled and said, "I'm glad you're satisfied."

"Oh, right, there's one more thing."

"This is a private matter."

As he spoke, he lifted his shirt, revealing his chest covered in dark, dried lines: "Like Sylvia, I suffer from the torment of the 'Dark Devourer.' Once you've recovered, could you also remove the root of this calamity from this old man?"

"The Dark Devourer within me has existed for over ten years. Theoretically, the dark avatar within it should be even stronger and more dangerous."

"I know this is a very dangerous thing, so I am willing to use this treasure as a gift of gratitude."

"Whether Leo can remove it or not, this thing is yours—"

Lucas took out a small wooden box and pushed it in front of Leo.

Is there such a good thing?

Not only do you get real attribute points, but there are also extra rewards?

Leo blinked and looked at the wooden box in front of him.

Upon opening it, a gemstone with a warm, rounded surface came into view.

"This is a melee gem." Lucas's voice carried a nostalgic tone: "Of course, that's the common name. Its real name is the Hagoromo Gem, which is quite peculiar."

"When forging weapons, adding Hagan gems infused with the spirit of one's own profession can add a series of special enchantments that are extremely beneficial to that profession."

"Because it is only effective against melee-type classes, the Hagan Gem is also known as the Melee Gem."

"These characteristics made melee gems highly sought after by melee-type professions, and now they are almost extinct."

"I obtained this one in some ruins when I was young. I originally intended to use it to forge a unique weapon for myself after advancing to the Silver rank, but—"

Lucas shook his head bitterly: "Ten years have passed, and I've long lost the youthful vigor I once had. This gem will only gather dust in my hands."

"Why don't I give it to you?"

"Leo, I believe that one day you will become a rising star in the world of professionals, and this melee gem will shine brightly in your hands."

Customizable weapon gems?

Leo was taken aback.

Just from the description, he could tell how precious this thing was.

He wanted to refuse, but he really wanted it, and it was hard to say no.

It then turned into: "Guild Master, there's no time to lose, I'll remove the Dark Devourer from you right now!"

The only thing he could do was to minimize the suffering of the guild leader from the Dark Devouring.

"This—" Lucas was stunned. As a victim and the one who suffered the pain, he naturally wanted to get rid of the torment of the Dark Devourer as soon as possible. However, not long ago, Leo had just finished challenging the Dark Avatar, and then rushed to Windmill Village to resist the beast tide. He also joined forces with Sylvia to fight against the Bronze-level Goblin Lord.

Just listening to it, you can feel the exhaustion in his voice. Is this the time for Leo to remove the Dark Devourer himself?

Lucas doesn't consider himself the kind of president who relentlessly exploits his members.

"It's nothing," Leo stood up. "Let's get started as soon as possible, Chairman."

Seeing his confident and impatient demeanor, Lucas swallowed back the words he was about to say: "..."

--good."

Arriving at another rest room with alchemical arrays drawn on it, Lucas said seriously, "This time is a bit special. I can only guide you, but once you enter the consciousness space of the Dark Devourer, I will also fall into a coma."

"Therefore, you can only emerge after you defeat the Dark Avatar and cause the Dark Devourer's consciousness space to collapse. It will be much more dangerous than before—"

"Don't worry, Chairman." Leo waved his hand with a smile, "Leave it to me."

Compared to his previous challenge against the dark clone within Sylvia's body, his strength has improved significantly.

The increase in his three true attributes not only greatly enhanced his melee combat strength, but also significantly boosted the intensity of his "Command" shadow power.

Even if the dark clone within Lucas's body is stronger, ultimately, within the Iron rank, when it comes to "mechanics," being slightly stronger or weaker won't make a significant difference.

"Then, I'll leave it to you."

Lucas was a decisive man, and after hearing what Leo said, he no longer hesitated.

The alchemical array was activated under his command.

Leo's vision blurred, and after the familiar pulling sensation subsided, he found himself once again in the familiar gray-black wilderness.

Looking at the shadowy clone slowly rising not far away, Leo smiled and said, "Let's see how long you can last this time."

Two minutes later.

Looking at the gradually collapsing dark clone in front of him, Leo shook his head in disappointment.

"Still the same old three tricks."

"The same move, once used on a Saint Seiya—cough cough, for me—won't work the next time."

Admittedly, the dark clone within Lucas is even stronger.

But compared to Sylvia, it's only an increase from 100 to 120.

This time, Leo not only possessed a stronger shadow power, but also had a thorough understanding of his opponent's skills. With such a significant advantage, the final outcome was self-evident.

Leo was delighted to see the "Source of Darkness (Small)" left behind after the Dark Clone collapsed.

He raised his hand and grabbed it, this time sending it directly into the Primordial Mirror.

The Primordial Mirror absorbed the "Source of Darkness (Small)," gaining 1% [Darkness] progress. Current progress: 2%.

The Primordial Mirror extracted sediment from the "Source of Darkness (Small)". Gained 1 True Attribute Point.

"Perfect!"

Leo immediately added the newly acquired attribute points to "Agility".

Agility and perception are his primary attributes, which can maximize his strength.

The next moment, Leo's vision shifted from the collapsing consciousness space back to the present world.

"call----"

Leo let out a soft breath.

Today was full of twists and turns. Even though he kept adding points along the way, which alleviated his condition to some extent, he still felt exhausted at this moment.

"It's time to go back and get a good night's sleep."

He looked down at President Lucas, who was still asleep, and decided to wait a moment.

However, as he waited, an idea suddenly came to him.

"Speaking of which, I wonder what President Lucas's profession is, and what skills he possesses?"

He casually used a [Thief's Hand] on the other person.

【Round Dance Slash Iv.5】: The signature skill of the advanced class of the basic class [Warrior] - [Great Warrior], which accumulates its own power in a round dance and finally unleashes a devastating strike.

Skill effect: Strength bonus +2.5, Stamina bonus +2.5

Mastery effect: Strength +1, Stamina +1, Agility +1 (cannot break through the Limit Body), gain the trait [Accumulate Fierce].

[Accumulated Fierce]: During the dance, each time damage is received, the power of the final slash increases by 50% (up to three times). The final slash can also deal an additional 50% Aether Elemental Power damage.

"【Great Warrior】?"

Leo nodded thoughtfully.

Basic professions may have low entry barriers, but that doesn't mean they aren't demanding.

However, to reach the limit of the rank in terms of basic attributes, it requires much more effort compared to professions of rare quality or above.

As he pondered, Lucas, who was unconscious, twitched his eyelids and then slowly opened them.

The moment he woke up, the feeling of ease he had almost forgotten filled Lucas with indescribable emotion.

After a long while, his eyes were slightly moist, and he gradually calmed down.

Looking at Leo, who was smiling not far away, his old face flushed slightly, and he coughed lightly: "It's a bit windy."

Yes, you're right.

Leo had no intention of exposing the other party's "stubbornness," and waved his hand: "President, the Dark Devouring Spirit on your body has been removed. If there's nothing else, I'll go back and rest first."

"—You've really worked hard."

After watching Leo leave, Lucas sat alone in his office, enjoying the freedom and ease that came with being "free from the cage".

He could feel that although his body had been riddled with holes from the constant erosion of the Dark Devourer over the years, without the source of the damage, with careful rest, it was no longer without the possibility of recovery.

Those forces that had gradually drifted away from me have been given another chance to be touched.

This feeling of despair followed by recovery is something that is difficult for anyone who hasn't experienced it firsthand to truly understand.

It took Lucas a long time to recover from his excitement.

He sat at his desk, deep in thought for a long time, before finally taking out paper and pen and beginning to write.

"Your Excellency Duke Lannister, please allow me to write to you in such an abrupt manner."

"As I pick up my pen, I still feel that this might just be a dream that is too beautiful for me to believe."

.

"But it's true!"

"After ten years of torment by the darkness, I was finally freed. I think, perhaps the source of that darkness within you is..."

The deep, dark Devouring influence planted by the master himself may also be eradicated —

The Lannister name is known to almost everyone in the kingdom.

Because it is the only one of the seven ducal families in the kingdom that still has heroes living in the world.

Not just a professional hero, but a true hero.

These are two completely different concepts.

The kingdom's only remaining hero suffers from a similar, but far more intense, dark torment.

Lucas wanted to introduce Leo to this hero.

For no other reason than—he hoped that this hero, who had given almost everything for the kingdom, could spend his later years in peace, no longer suffering unimaginable pain every day.

At the same time, he hopes that Leo will have a bright future.

"Baihe Town is too small — Leo, if you want to go further, talent alone is not enough, you also need resources."

"And all of this, the kingdom's current hero, can give you."

Gradually, only the sound of pen nibs scratching across paper remained in the office.

I slept without any dreams.

As dawn broke, Leo leisurely opened his eyes.

He stared blankly at the ceiling for a while before his gaze gradually focused.

I got out of bed, stretched, and felt all the fatigue from yesterday gone, replaced by a feeling of full energy.

He pushed open the door and walked down the corridor. As he passed a room, he saw breakfast reservations placed on a small table by the door, and his hand unconsciously reached out to touch it.

Just as his fingers were about to touch her, Leo suddenly froze, standing still, his eyes turning grim.

"What's going on?!"

-

"I shouldn't have done that!"

He looked down at the food, which was less than a centimeter away from his fingertips.

There was an itchy feeling in my heart.

It's as if I wouldn't feel comfortable all day if I didn't take it with me.

Leo's expression turned serious.

Something is wrong!

Something's very wrong!

He suddenly remembered all the unreasonable things he had done yesterday:

Facing Andrei and Rachel, whom he was meeting for the first time, he disregarded the possibility of being exposed and directly used [Hand of Thieves] on the two of them.

After helping President Lucas remove the Dark Devourer, she subconsciously used [Hand of Thieves] on him as well.

Now, even when faced with a stranger's cheap breakfast, there is a strong urge to steal it.

This is clearly abnormal!

"It's the influence of 'thieves'!"

"Becoming a thief comes with three incredibly powerful trait skills, but also a hidden cost that isn't displayed on the character panel!"

Leo's gaze was fixed on the "0" digestion level next to "Thief" in the "Occupation" section of the panel.