System: Congratulations to Player Remains Silent for completing the Northeast Trade Route Mission, Stage Seven: Reconstruction of Jintang Ferry.
The sudden System notification caused her companions to pause their actions as they checked the mission progress. The progress for the Reconstruction of Jintang Ferry mission had updated to 1%, with Sunshot Town and Jintang Ferry completed.
【Mission Channel】Silent: 【Reconstruction of Jintang Ferry】Completion: 1%.
【Mission Channel】Old Steed in the Stable: On it.
【Mission Channel】Jiang Wulang: On it.
Just as the two replied simultaneously, three System notifications chimed in succession.
System: Congratulations to Player Remains Silent for completing the Northeast Trade Route Mission, Stage Eight: River Wharf Reconstruction.
System: Congratulations to Player Remains Silent for completing the Northeast Trade Route Mission, Stage Nine: Supply Officer of Wangyue Town.
System: Congratulations to Player Remains Silent for completing both the main and side quests of the Northeast Trade Route Mission, achieving an SSS Rank. You are now the third player to reach an SSS Rank in a consecutive mission, earning 5 Permanent Attribute Points, Main City Reputation, 5 gold coins, a random Easter Egg, and a random equipment reward. Please check your inventory.
System Announcement: Congratulations to Player Remains Silent, Old Steed in the Stable, and Jiang Wulang for jointly completing the Northeast Trade Route Mission. The Northeast Trade Route between Summerwater City and Winter Snow City is officially open. Players can head to Sunshot Town Supply Camp or Wangyue Town Supply Camp to receive supply escort missions and earn Resource Merit Points. Keep up the good work, everyone.
“Swish—”
“Swish—”
“Swish—”
Three beams of upgrade light shone brightly as all three members of the party leveled up.
After completing the nine-stage mission, Yan Yan's accumulated experience allowed her to level up by more than one and a half levels, bringing her Experience Bar close to level 18, while her Level ranking instantly soared to first place.
“Silent Sister, aren’t you almost at level 18?”
Jiang Wulang withdrew his gaze from the leaderboard. His Experience Bar had just reached level 17, dropping him to sixth place. Turning to meet Old Steed in the Stable's gaze, who was ranked second, he showed no signs of urgency.
"Yes, I'm almost at level 18, just a bit more experience to go."
Yan Yan finished answering the question and opened the package. The moment her gaze landed on the random equipment reward from the System, her eyes widened in surprise.
Could it be that after spending so much time with the Troublesome Fairy, her luck had improved as well?
The System really was sending her a pillow when she was sleepy.
A dark green longbow lay quietly in her backpack.
Lucky Longbow: Silver Grade
Attack: +55
Critical Hit Rate: +8%
Hit Rate: +1%
Durability: 1
Equip Level: 17
The streamlined bow was intricately carved, and its rough texture seemed to soften the cold metallic feel. Under the sunlight, the Silver Grade weapon shimmered brilliantly.
Jiang Wulang looked at the exquisite and splendid Dark Green Longbow in the girl's hands and said, "It seems that all the luck I had with Old Steed is now concentrated in your hands."
"What did you guys get randomly?"
"Two pieces of junk," he said, fully aware of the System's quirks and not overly concerned. Rubbing his hands together, he shed his usual calm demeanor, excitement gleaming in his eyes. "Come on, let's check out the Easter Egg—"
Surprised by his obsession with opening the Easter Egg, Yan Yan glanced toward Old Steed in the Stable, who still wore a solemn and imposing expression. However, there was one thing that stood out—
The same gleam of excitement shone in his eyes as it did in Jiang Wulang's.
The excitement sparkling in their eyes was hard to ignore.
This gambling-like game setting was indeed a major highlight of the Zero Point System, with its deadly allure for players.
She pressed her lips together, fully aware of her own luck, and thus had no expectations. Instead, she asked, "What did you all draw?"
As soon as she finished speaking, both fell into silence.
Jiang Wulang's expression twisted as he darkened his face and pulled out a red silk handkerchief embroidered with gold. The peony outlined in gold thread looked lifelike, and the handkerchief exuded a fragrant aroma. The soft silk was carelessly crumpled into a ball in his large hands, the golden peony pattern wrinkling together.
Even though it was crumpled, she recognized the item at a glance.
Wasn't this the Great Fortune Silk Handkerchief that became popular among female players later on?!
The Great Fortune Silk Handkerchief allowed the player carrying it to emanate a unique fragrance and increased their charm attribute by 5 points. This special attribute made it one of the finest items among special goods, with a price soaring to fifteen thousand gold coins in the System Mall later on.
To craft it, players needed their sewing skill level to reach High-Class and required a blueprint, as the materials were rare.
But right now—
The person who drew it wasn’t quite suitable.
No wonder Jiang Wulang's face was twisted; no one would want to give up such a fine item. Unfortunately, what man would want to carry around something so feminine?
"Wulang, Amiao will like it."
Old Steed in the Stable patted his shoulder reassuringly.
"I still have Amiao; what about your item?"
Jiang Wulang's expression softened as he looked at the cold-faced man with a hint of sympathy.
This scene piqued Yan Yan's curiosity even more. What Easter Egg had the President of Evil Guild drawn that made him so reluctant to speak?
Suddenly, the same piece of red silk appeared before her eyes, embroidered with golden peonies, looking indistinguishable from the one in Jiang Wulang's hand at first glance.
Upon closer inspection, the silk was thicker, and the peony pattern was larger.
It turned out to be—
The Wealthy Robe!
She almost doubted whether these two had hidden attributes like Luck Value that were close to maxed out, just like the Troublesome Fairy and others. Otherwise, how could they consistently obtain such rare items from an extremely low drop rate Easter Egg?
The Wealthy Robe, like the Great Fortune Silk Handkerchief, could also increase charm attributes, but it doubled the points gained compared to the Great Fortune Silk Handkerchief—1 point.
As the other party coldly shook off the object in their hand, she couldn't help but let out a suppressed laugh. Meanwhile, Jiang Wulang was already laughing so hard his face twisted. "Hahaha—Old Steed, you got one too."
The Wealthy Robe—
Was actually just a close-fitting bellyband.
With the He Fang Ferry completed, the players and NPC Team had already left, leaving only the three of them standing under the lingering glow of the sunset, bursting into laughter.
In this rare moment of relaxation, Yan Yan's tightly wound nerves suddenly loosened. The heaviness pressing on her brow began to dissipate, and even the shadows lurking in her eyes lightened slightly.
"Thank you."
The cold Voice carried a sincere smile.
The two seemingly tough and rugged men before her were unexpectedly considerate and warm.
Perhaps her heavy emotions had been too apparent lately, or maybe her distracted completion of tasks had not gone unnoticed by them. Regardless of which it was, she was grateful they could lower their guard and lighten the atmosphere, allowing her a moment of ease.
Turning to face the stern and serious man, she smiled lightly and said, "I didn't expect Elder Steed President to be so straightforward in comforting someone; even pride can be set aside. However—"
She paused for a moment. "If Elder Steed President could grant me two spots for exploring the Elven Pool Dungeon at Abyss Level, I might be even happier."
Hearing this, Old Steed in the Stable smiled knowingly, his imposing demeanor softening. "As per Silent Leader's request, it shall be fulfilled."
"Before we begin our venture, we can sign an agreement. If there are any discrepancies within it, please advise Elder Steed President."
"Alright."
"Silent Sister, quickly open the Easter Egg in your hands."
At Jiang Wulang's urging, she clicked to open the Easter Egg.
System: Congratulations Player Remains Silent on obtaining the first Guild Establishment Order from Zero Point. Would you like to hide this information?
The sudden news left her momentarily stunned.
Shock filled her eyes.
After three seconds of silence, she finally replied, "Yes."
System Announcement: Congratulations to Mysterious Player for obtaining the first Guild Establishment Order from Zero Point. The Gang System is officially activated. Players who have received a Guild Establishment Order may proceed to the Guild Management Office to apply for guild establishment. (To be continued.)
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