C18 – I Can’t Bear to See a Handsome Guy Being Troubled
Mission 1: Expel the Ghost Dragonfly.
Mission 2: Slay the Fierce Eagle soaring above Route 302.
Mission 3: Eliminate the Undersea Devil Fish that has taken over Deer Mourn Lake.
Mission 4: Exterminate the Metallic Rat in Area 2 of Lakeshell’s underwater sewerage system.
Xie Yang meticulously reviewed each mission.
After nearly thirty minutes of deliberation, he finally selected the mission he wished to undertake.
Mission Details: Exterminate the Death Bell Beetles in Knell Valley.
Mission Level: Apprentice
Mission Type: Punitive Expedition (Individual)
Mission Reward: 1,000 Credit Points per Death Bell Beetle
Time Limit: NoneThe source of this content nov(el)bi((n))
Background: Over the past month, the Death Bell Beetle population in Knell Valley has surged, showing signs of spreading. They pose a significant threat to nearby villages and towns. Eliminate as many Death Bell Beetles as possible. The kill count will be verified by the battle recorder’s data.
Caution: Death Bell Beetles are pack-hunting ferocious beasts, ranging from the fifth to the seventh layer of the first rank. Their numbers never fall below ten. Exercise caution.
Of all the missions available, this one uniquely offers unlimited rewards tied directly to the number of Death Bell Beetles killed.
In essence, by killing a sufficient number of Death Bell Beetles, he could amass a substantial reward in a short time frame.
This mission aligned perfectly with Xie Yang’s objectives.
“There’s only half a month left until the college entrance exam. Factoring in the time to travel to Nightbay City and acclimate, I have roughly thirteen days to make money.”
“During this time, I must earn enough to evolve my Ice Crystal Soul and bond with a second pet beast!”
Xie Yang made his decision swiftly and took on the mission.
He then proceeded to the counter to post his deposit and collect a battle recorder.
This device, a specialized accessory crafted by the Beastmaster Association, was capable of agile flight and real-time video recording.
It documented the entire battle and transmitted the data directly to the Beastmaster Association.
Many missions, particularly those with kill count-based rewards, relied on this device for final compensation calculations.
After finishing up, Xie Yang left the building without a backward glance.
With the transportation issue resolved, Xie Yang breathed a sigh of relief.
Together, they left the shop and made their way towards Tung Yaying’s teammates.
As they walked, Xie Yang gave a brief introduction of himself.
Tung Yaying mused aloud, puzzled:
“Your name rings a bell. I’m sure I’ve heard it somewhere before.”
But her attention was quickly diverted.
“Wait, you’re still in high school?”
Her eyes widened in astonishment.
She had pegged Xie Yang as young, but the revelation that he was still a student caught her off guard.
A realization struck her the next instant.
“You’re headed to Knell Valley, so you’re probably on a mission to clear out those insects, right?”
Xie Yang confirmed with a nod.
Upon seeing his nod, Tung Yaying smacked her forehead.
“Uh-oh, that mission is way too risky for you!”
If Xie Yang was still in high school, he’d be about eighteen.
An apprentice Beastmaster of his age would typically have a pet at the seventh or eighth rank.
He was far too vulnerable; the dangers of Knell Valley could be fatal.
Regret washed over Tung Yaying.
Despite her easygoing nature, she understood the gravity of the situation.
Had she known he was a student, she wouldn’t have offered him a ride. Now she had inadvertently put him in harm’s way.
With this thought in mind, Tung Yaying hesitated briefly before speaking up, “Xie Yang, I believe the mission to clear out the Death Bell Beetles is too perilous for you...”
Her concern was abruptly cut off by a booming voice.
“Tung Yaying, what’s taking you so long? Come on, we’re about to depart!”
Xie Yang lifted his gaze to the speaker.
Approaching them were three individuals garbed in the attire of adventurers.