RNP Chapter 126 I choose to hand it over...
Chapter 126 I choose to hand it over...
Chapter 126 I choose to hand it over...
Suk never expected that the most precious treasure chest he "luckily" obtained would contain a password and a recording.
The three of them looked at each other, speechless for a moment.
"It's a prank," Bubble suddenly said, a look of感慨 (a sense of mixed emotions, including regret or nostalgia). "Back when I was adventuring with my master, I would occasionally encounter things like this. Some powerful individuals would painstakingly follow treasure maps to find the treasure, only to discover that it wasn't treasure at all, but a prank deliberately left behind by some wicked fellow to play on others!"
"It's one thing if you go on an exploration and end up with nothing, but it's another if you lose your life. That's truly tragic."
Eloi calmly replied, "It sounds like you're quite familiar with this, Bubble-sama?"
"Huh? Haha—" Bubble, caught out, turned away guiltily. "Well, when I was bored before, I would sometimes make a really realistic treasure map and tease those little guys, but I've never killed anyone."
Saki looked dejected: "So, our treasure is gone?"
Suk and Eloi were also a little disappointed, after all, the difference was quite significant.
Bubble said, "There's at least one more box and one more password. If you hand it over, you should still get some benefits. Hmm? Or do you want to compete with other factions for the remaining boxes?"
Suk calmly said, "You need to collect all nine treasure chests to open the chest that actually contains the treasure; otherwise, you'll be missing one."
"It's completely useless to us." They also can't make any deals with the various factions.
With Suk and his group's strength, they would have little hope of seizing all nine boxes unless they slaughtered both factions to the point of bloodshed.
But that's something that can't be done.
Suk could wreak havoc in the Crimson Dragon World, but outside of it, he was completely at the mercy of others; any domain lord could easily kill him.
Not to mention the even more terrifying Realm Lord level experts.
"It seems that's the only way." Saki sighed.
Suk glanced at the people present, "However, there's a proper way to hand it in. Wait a minute, I'll log into the virtual universe network and contact that Antona first, and have her go and claim credit for us."
If Suk and his group simply handed over the treasure chest, they might be given some random item to appease them. But if Antona were to arrange it, things would be different.
First, Antonna can get credit for this, and then she can also get greater benefits for Suk and the others!
And Antona will certainly give her full support to Suk, who can bring her face and credit.
Suk's consciousness connected to the virtual universe network to contact Antona.
"You called me?" Antonna quickly connected with Suk on video, clearly very concerned about the situation in the Crimson Dragon World and constantly monitoring it. Seeing Suk, she asked with concern, "Have you made any gains in the Crimson Dragon World?"
"So direct," Suk thought to himself, but on the surface he still maintained a slightly bowed and respectful expression. After all, this Lady Andona's usual style was too unrestrained, and he was afraid that if he looked up he would see something he shouldn't see.
"Lady Antona, it's like this, today is the day the last batch of treasures will arrive—" Suk said with a happy expression, "Our team has been trying to find opportunities for you to obtain treasures from the very beginning, but unfortunately those powerful forces are numerous and powerful, frantically searching for treasures everywhere, and we haven't gained much—"
Although she felt that Suk was going off-topic, Antona still listened patiently with a smile, since her hopes of obtaining the treasure now rested on Suk and his group.
"I know you've worked hard. Don't worry, I won't treat you unfairly," Antona said with a smile.
Suk changed his tone, "Sir, it's like this, we've been traveling all over the continent, haven't we? Just now, in a valley, a beam of light suddenly fell from the sky and landed right next to us—" He stretched out his hand to indicate a distance, "It was this close to us."
Antona's smile vanished instantly, replaced by an astonishing glint in her eyes.
"You mean you got the last batch of treasure chests?" Antona's voice started to change.
"Yes, sir."
"Okay, okay, okay." Antona could no longer maintain that alluring pose and stood up excitedly. Due to the large movement, the white and golden scenery flashed before Suk's eyes, almost blinding him. However, Antona did not realize that she had just exposed herself in the virtual universe. Excitement enveloped her heart.
Those were the last batch of treasures! And there were only nine! What did that mean? The value of each treasure chest was astonishing! Far exceeding her own wealth as a domain lord! Even some realm lords couldn't compare!
As for her, An Dongna, she was merely a domain lord. Although her identity was somewhat special, her true status was still incomparable to those realm lords!
All those realm lords coveted the treasures of the Crimson Dragon World, but they were powerless to do anything about them and could only watch helplessly. However, she had the opportunity to obtain treasures that even the realm lords envied!
Antona's face was flushed, just like that, and she looked at Suk with captivating eyes, her voice excited, "Where is that treasure chest?"
"Have you been discovered?" Her first thought was how to keep the treasure for herself instead of handing it over to the organization; she wasn't that noble.
Strong people are mostly selfish; even when they contribute to the collective, it's only without affecting their own interests.
Those who sacrifice themselves for the public good are ultimately a minority.
Suk said, "When we got the treasure chest, a team from the Doomblade Alliance suddenly appeared. They saw us and tried to rush over to take it, but we managed to shake them off in time. However, we're not sure if they discovered our identities. As for the treasure chest, it's still with us."
Antona frowned; she had actually seen it. This was a bit troublesome.
"And sir—" Suk said seriously, "Later, out of curiosity, we opened the treasure chest and found that there was no treasure inside, but a recording and a password."
"No treasure?" Antona was taken aback.
"That's how it is," Suk recounted the events, while also playing the recording.
After hearing that powerful recording, An Dongna fell silent.
She didn't think Suk was lying to her, because if it were true, news of the treasure chests would spread quickly.
There is absolutely no need to lie.
It's understandable that Antona was a little disappointed that the treasure she thought she had in her grasp had slipped away, but she quickly cheered herself up again.
Although they didn't get the legendary treasure, Suk's words were still good news.
"Suk." Antona looked at the white-haired youth in front of her with a gentle expression. "I will contact the Alliance immediately. You must protect the treasure chest. The Alliance may send someone to receive it." She paused. "For your safety, you can hide first. Don't worry, when the treasure chest returns to the Alliance, you will also receive credit for your efforts." She looked like she was concerned about her subordinates.
"Yes, sir." Suk bowed slightly, thinking to himself that he had finally gotten rid of this hot potato.