CHAPTER 1771: CHAPTER 1521: AN UNEXPECTED TREASURE (TWO-IN-ONE)

"Nephew, don’t go too far. The task rewards were set long ago, how can they be changed on a whim!"

Uncle Yu was infuriated by Su Ran, his white beard twitching. If it weren’t for the plague, he would have left long ago. He wouldn’t be wasting words with Su Ran here otherwise.

"You casually betrayed, so why can’t I change the task rewards? Compared to your actions, what I did isn’t excessive."

Su Ran wouldn’t let it go, using the word ’betrayal’ at any opportunity. This excuse had always worked well before, leaving Uncle Yu speechless.

"Huff."

Breathing became difficult for Uncle Yu in the poisonous fog of the plague. He took a deep breath of the poisonous air and blew it out heavily, looking even worse, gnashing his teeth, and said bitterly, "Nephew, since it’s like this, I have nothing more to say. I admit defeat this time. Tell me, what reward do you want to change it to?"

"Senior, you need to tell me. I don’t know what treasures you possess. If I ask for an artifact, you might not have it. How about giving me another skill as well?"

Su Ran wasn’t the least bit intimidated by Uncle Yu’s expression. As soon as he heard about the rewards, his tone changed immediately, eyes sparkling, looking expectantly at Uncle Yu, waiting for the Skill Book. If he could get two, that would be fantastic.

"An artifact? You really have a big appetite, aren’t you afraid of choking!"

Uncle Yu sneered, tossing down a black Skill Book. "Here, this Skill Book is for you. Help me remove the toxins first. As for this task, we’ll discuss it some other time!"

"Senior, it’s unnecessary to wait for another time. I got the restoration liquid long ago. If you need it, name a price. If it’s right, I’ll transfer it to you."

Su Ran swiftly grabbed the Skill Book, holding it preciously in his arms, couldn’t help but complain in his heart. Uncle Yu, how could you just toss it like that? That’s disrespectful to such a special Skill Book!

Taking a glance at the cover of the Skill Book, it was indeed the Forced Recall Skill Book. It seemed Uncle Yu kept his word. Su Ran dared not delay, immediately learning the skill. Only then would the skill truly belong to him, even if Uncle Yu regretted it later, it would be too late.

"Senior, please come down here. There’s no toxin here, it would be convenient for me to detoxify you."

Having learned a new skill, Su Ran’s mood was great, and even his tone became much kinder, the tension with Uncle Yu dissipated.

"Overturning Water, are you really going to detox him? Be careful; he might bite you back! You can’t be too soft-hearted with this kind of person. That Skill Book should be your compensation, don’t need to be polite with him!"

Banana fiercely muttered to Su Ran, "If it doesn’t work, just get rid of him. This kind of death convict doesn’t deserve respect. Killing him might even be a righteous act!"

"Banana, you’re thinking too simply. This guy has reached the level of a Divine Domain emissary, which means he still has some use. NPCs like him can’t be easily killed, not even by suicide, the system doesn’t allow it! Besides, his strength is comparable to the Ghost King Drought Fiend. Even if all of us attack together, we might not be able to take him down. It’s not worth the risk."

Su Ran had considered this idea before but quickly dismissed it, smiling as he spoke, "This is not bad either, casting a long line to catch a big fish. Every time he comes, extort him a bit. As long as he can bear it, the door is open to him anytime!"

"What are you guys whispering about over there?"

Uncle Yu stared suspiciously at the group below. This territory was very eerie, and he dared not risk himself lightly, repeatedly asking, "Nephew, I’ve already given you the Skill Book, or are you planning to go back on your word?"

"I wouldn’t do that. I’ve already learned the Skill Book, how could I deny it? You’re underestimating me too much."

Su Ran waved to Uncle Yu, "Senior, you’ve been in this territory for a while, no need to feel embarrassed. Come down, I’ll help you detoxify. If you’re too far away, I won’t be able to help you!"

"First, send away the Drought Fiend and the Sky-reaching Vine, so I can come down."

Uncle Yu was a bit embarrassed when he said this. As a dignified Divine Domain emissary, to make such a request, it was really lowering his status.

But, under the eaves, he had to lower his head. The Drought Fiend and the vine already posed a threat to him, plus this damn plague, he could only endure it.

"Senior, it’s my fault; I wouldn’t have forgotten if you hadn’t mentioned it!"

Su Ran promptly called down the Drought Fiend, and even returned the Sky-reaching Vine to its mushroom state for rest and adjustment.

When the Drought Fiend returned to Su Ran’s side, it seemed to be asking for praise, rambling incoherently. Su Ran didn’t understand a word, he circled the Ancient Relic around the Drought Fiend, absorbing the plague toxin from it. However, unexpectedly, the Drought Fiend subconsciously puffed out its chest at this moment, almost bumping two grenades into Su Ran.

"Hiss!"

Su Ran took a sharp breath, quickly stepping back, barely avoiding the Drought Fiend’s sneak attack.

So close!

He never expected the Drought Fiend to act so boldly in front of so many people, almost catching him off guard. If he really got Hit, there’d be no explaining it...

Su Ran really wanted to ask the system if, in this situation, the Drought Fiend would be punished?

Who said men and women were equal? Step forward and explain!