Keep attacking girls and try not to be killed by them

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Under the moonlight, Jiang Ran vaguely saw Nassar meet a tall and thin old man who was as thin as a bamboo pole.

The tall and thin old man had gray hair, was leaning on a cane, and was wearing a dark green satin robe. Even if he was not a noble, he was definitely a wealthy man.

In front of him, the self-righteous Nassar lowered his head in respect and almost knelt on the ground to listen to the old man speak.

Jiang Ran wanted to go forward to verify the old man's information, but an ominous premonition in his heart made him finally decide to wait and see from a distance.

In this suburban area where there is no shelter at all, if the old man is a strong man who is as powerful as Grandma Cassie or even stronger than Grandma Cassie, then Jiang Ran will surely die once he is exposed.

"Too slow..., you...haven't...gotten...it...in...all...these...years...how come...you...haven't...gotten...it?"

"Ten...sorry,...months...must...come..."

"Okay..., I hope... this is... the last... sentence..."

Even though the surroundings were very quiet, Jiang Ran could only hear some intermittent words.

Nasar only said these two sentences to the old man, and then watched him leave.

The direction the old man left was Sangbei Wasteland, which made Jiang Ran a little confused... He went to Sangbei Wasteland so late, is there some secret mansion there?

After waiting for the old man to disappear, Nasar turned around and returned to Sunny Town, feeling very dissatisfied with the old man.

Jiang Ran thought about it and decided to continue following Nassar. The old man exuded a very dangerous aura, so it was not advisable to get too close to him for the time being.

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After Nassar returned to Sunny Town, he went home to sleep. Jiang Ran rested for a night, and then went to the magic bookstore early the next morning, pretending to be choosing books, but actually waiting for Emilia to arrive.

That day, Jiang Ran saw Emilia staying in front of the bookshelf of fire magic books for a long time, and guessed that she was hesitating whether to buy "a certain book".

There are two possible reasons why Emilia hesitated:

1. Not enough money;

2. Their own abilities are not yet matched;

But no matter what, this shows that the magician's soul in Emilia has not been extinguished.

Jiang Ran still remembered the "fireball technique" Emilia displayed in the garbage mountain yesterday. It was obvious that her magic skills were not rusty.

"Sir, are you also interested in fire magic?"

The boss who was drunk before is quite sober today.

(also?)

"Besides me, is there anyone else interested in fire magic?" Jiang Ran asked back.

"Hahaha, you're really attentive. There's a girl from the quest guild in town who's quite obsessed with fire magic."

"Oh……"

Jiang Ran did not express his opinion, but he had decided to ask his boss to see if he could dig up any information related to Emilia.

——『Combat Class Skill [Trickster - Lv9] has been activated and is currently in effect...』

"So what books did she buy from you?"

Perhaps it was because there were few customers in the bookstore, or perhaps it was because the "Fraudster" was so effective, but the bookstore owner immediately started talking when he heard Jiang Ran ask this.

"She's bought so many books! First-level Fire Magic: Fireball, First-level Fire Magic: Fire Ring, First-level Fire Magic: Multiple Small Fireballs, Second-level Fire Magic: Flame Javelin, Second-level Fire Magic: Flame Vortex..."

The bookstore owner knew everything about it, and Jiang Ran took note of it silently. Now he knew Emilia's magical background.

——『Combat Class Skill "Trickster - Lv9" has been deactivated』

Speaking of which, what magic a magician can use should be a very confidential matter. If the enemy knows in advance what magic a magician can use, then it is undoubtedly that you play your cards openly while others play their cards secretly, which is very passive.

But no matter what, the combat diversity of a magician is definitely stronger than that of an ordinary combat profession. If possible, Jiang Ran really wants to fight with Emilia.

As he was speaking, there was a "ding-ling" sound and the door of the bookstore was pushed open.

Jiang Ran took a glance and saw the golden hair and knew that it was Emilia.

He walked quietly and quickly to the corner, and signaled the bookstore owner to greet the new customer.

The bookstore owner was quite easy to talk to and immediately came over to greet her. Jiang Ran took the opportunity to secretly observe what Emilia was doing in the bookstore.

Emilia skillfully declined the bookstore owner's recommendation and walked straight to the shelf of fire magic books. She took down a book called "Third-Level Fire Magic: Wall of Flame" and looked at it thoughtfully, reluctant to put it back.

After a while, she took down another book, "Third-Level Fire Magic: Pillar of Flame", which she also couldn't put down.

Jiang Ran quietly pulled the bookstore owner over and asked him if the girl had come to look at these two books several times. The bookstore owner nodded in agreement.

Jiang Ran asked how much the "Third-Level Fire Magic Book" would cost, and the boss said 150 silver coins per copy.

Such a high price left Jiang Ran speechless for a while.

According to Jiang Ran's understanding, in the Kingdom of West, the average person's monthly living expenses are about 15 silver coins, or 1500 copper coins, with an average daily expenditure of 50 copper coins.

150 silver coins equals 15000 copper coins, which is equivalent to almost a year's living expenses for an ordinary person!

A year's living expenses to buy a book, no wonder Emilia couldn't bring herself to buy it after coming here so many times.

Considering that Emilia was still helping the demihumans in the slums, she probably didn't have enough money.

After a while, Emilia reluctantly put down the two books and left the bookstore.

Jiang Ran just walked out from the darkness at this time. He took the book "Third-Level Fire Magic: Wall of Flame" and "Third-Level Fire Magic: Pillar of Flame" and walked to the cashier's counter.

"Sir, how can I help you?" the boss asked with shining eyes.

“I want both books.”

——『Combat Class Skill [Trickster - Lv9] has been activated and is currently in effect...』

4.25 - Week after week (more updates)

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[Prison Star Calendar]

October 187, 6

8:16 AM

[Confession death countdown remaining: 4 days]

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Although Jiang Ran was very generous when he spoke, when the actual transaction began, he bargained more aggressively than the average customer.

There's no way he can afford it without bargaining.

After some bargaining, Jiang Ran finally bought two third-level fire magic books for 150 silver coins, and forced a buy-one-get-one-free deal.

However, Jiang Ran did not feel any guilt, because he knew through mind reading that the bookstore owner still made 50 silver coins by selling the book at a % discount.

This business of selling magic books is a typical example of "close for three months, make a profit for three months after reopening."

If Jiang Ran had not hunted a lot of monsters recently and sold the magic cores he obtained for a good price through the relationship with branch chief Oleg, he really would not have been able to come up with so much money to squander.

(…It’s nice to have money.)

Jiang Ran couldn't help but think of his father who was still lying in bed on Earth, and sadness surged from the bottom of his heart... But he didn't indulge in it, and quickly pulled himself back to the Prison Star World.

There is no use being sad, only taking action can solve the problem.

As for these two extremely expensive magic books, Jiang Ran obviously didn't buy them for himself.

(Benni: Are you going to give these two books to Emilia?)

(Jiang Ran: Why would you send her for no reason?)

(Benni: Don’t you want to pursue her?)

(Jiang Ran: You failed, stupid girl...)

Jiang Ran sighed in his mind.

(Jiang Ran: First, it’s not about chasing, but attracting; second, even if you want to pursue a girl, you can’t give her gifts for no reason.)

(Benny: Uh, then... these two magic books are going to be used to make Senmo?)

(Jiang Ran: Think about it yourself.)

Jiang Ran was really speechless about the stupid loli. He had taught her so many times, but she still didn't get it.

Dating is like shopping in a mall. If you don’t like the product, you won’t buy it no matter how much the salesperson talks. If you want customers to buy the product, the key is to improve the quality of the product.

The simpler the truth, the more difficult it is to understand sometimes.

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After buying the magic book, Jiang Ran came to the weapon shop. Today was the day to pick up a new hunting bow.

"Wow, you're here so early, it seems you can't wait!"

The craftsman introduced by Oleg was a muscular man with strong arms that were thicker than Jiang Ran's thighs.

"Good morning, Master. You seem so cheerful. I guess you've finished your work, right?"

"Hehe, there it is. Try taking it down yourself!"

The craftsman pointed to a long hunting bow hanging on the wall. At first glance, the dark bow tip made Jiang Ran think it was a metal bow, but when he took it in his hand, he found that it was made of wood.

(Yes... a bit heavy... the fir tree demon's branches are quite heavy...)

Jiang Ran was glad that his strength attribute had been improved before, otherwise he might not be able to lift this long hunting bow.

"This time, I specially used a raw tendon from an ox's spine to make the bow string, so that it can match the good wood you brought. But don't blame me if you can't draw the bow, hahahaha!"

The craftsman said this with a smile, as if he didn't think Jiang Ran could control the bow with his physique.

Jiang Ran was not panicked at all, because he had already identified the information of this bow.

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Equipment Name: Fir Dryad Longhunting Bow

Equipment effect:

1. Equipment requirements: Strength 16, Dexterity 12;

2. If the wearer's attributes do not meet the requirements, the equipment cannot be used;

3. When the equipment's attributes meet the requirements, the archery hit penetration effect is +15;

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(Permeation effect...?)

Jiang Ran didn't expect to see a new word here. If this "penetration effect" is the same as what he understood, it will be of great help to him.

"Master, is there a shooting range I can borrow for a try?"

"Just go out the back door!"

Jiang Ran came to the shooting range behind the weapon shop, and the craftsman also followed to watch the fun.

From a distance of fifty meters, Jiang Ran did not use any skills, but drew his bow and shot an arrow.

As a result, the arrow actually pierced through the target and stabbed into the wall behind the target with great force, scaring the craftsmen watching on the side.

"You kid...can't you see!"

The craftsman came over and pinched Jiang Ran's arm, but found it was so stiff that he couldn't move it!

"I didn't expect you to be so strong. How do you usually exercise?"

"Haha, it's mainly about eating more meat."

Jiang Ran was very satisfied with this new hunting bow. Its power could make up for his lack of attack power.

Afterwards, Jiang Ran rode his horse and went out hunting with his new hunting bow. He shot a huge sand python as thick as his wrist, and a vulture that was attracted by the corpse of the huge sand python. He returned home with a full load.

——『Production Occupation: Hunter - Lv3, Current Experience Value 210+280↑/800』

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This hunting trip allowed Jiang Ran to not only get used to his new hunting bow, but also to earn some money by selling the prey, thus saving his wallet from the brink of death.