Chapter 11

【Shooting: Critical Hit, causing 100 health damage to the opponent (50 Firearm (Light Weapons) (Basic) x2), opponent dies...】

The battle log appeared before Qin Ran. Looking at the headless corpse, he quickly walked towards the remaining enemies.

As he walked, his gaze fell on the skill bar.

【Effective attack three times, learned skill: Firearm (Light Weapons) (Basic)】

【Name: Firearm (Light Weapons) (Basic)】

【Attributes related: Strength, Constitution, Perception】

【Skill category: Attack】

【Effect: You know how to use pistols, rifles, muskets, assault rifles, submachine guns, and sniper rifles, increasing damage by 10%】

【Cost: Stamina】

【Learning conditions: Strength F, Constitution F, Perception F】

【Note: You can use light weapons, but don't think you're a sharpshooter!】

Similar to the skill [Melee Weapons (Dagger) (Basic)], Qin Ran now felt like an old hand at firearms, not only knowing a lot about guns and shooting but also how to make the weapons in his hands more powerful.

Just like before, when he shot 'Hyena' Hook in the head with one shot.

Although Qin Ran had already experienced the power of skills several times, each time still left him amazed.

The knowledge that appeared out of nowhere and the changes in his body gave Qin Ran a deeper understanding of the underground game he was in.

At the same time, he cherished the 'Newbie Dungeon' even more.

Qin Ran didn't know that once he left the 'Newbie Dungeon' and entered the true 'Dungeon,' the cost of learning and mastering skills would be much higher. But it was clearly impossible to gain a skill with just 'three effective actions'!

It could be thirty times!

Or even more!

This clearly increased the difficulty of the game, and in this nearly realistic underground game, greater difficulty meant greater danger!

So, if possible, Qin Ran would definitely choose to gain more skills in the 'Newbie Dungeon.'

And there was a good opportunity right in front of him.

Qin Ran walked up to the remaining thug, bent down, and stared at him.

"Don't kill me! Don't kill me!"

"These things have nothing to do with me, it was all the boss and the leader who forced me!"

As Qin Ran approached, the remaining thug begged loudly.

Without the support of numbers and without a gun in hand, he was like a toothless tiger, performing even worse than an average survivor.

Seeing the thug's tear-streaked face, Qin Ran frowned.

But the next moment, he punched the thug's face hard.

Then came the second punch, the third punch.

After the third punch, the system notification sounded.

【Punch: Caused 1 point of health damage to the opponent...】

【Punch: Caused 2 points of health damage to the opponent...】

【Punch: Caused 1 point of health damage to the opponent...】

...

【Effective attack three times, learned skill: Unarmed Combat (Basic)】

【Name: Unarmed Combat (Basic)】

【Attributes related: Strength, Agility, Constitution】

【Skill category: Attack】

【Effect: You know how to fight with your fists and feet, increasing damage by 10%】

【Cost: Stamina】

【Learning conditions: Strength F, Agility F, Constitution F】

【Note: Amateur boxer level!】

The knowledge appeared in his mind, and the familiar feeling spread through Qin Ran's body again. He almost instinctively clenched his fist, clearly feeling a surge of power in his hand.

Then, Qin Ran suddenly punched the thug's jaw.

According to the knowledge in his mind, that was the location of the trigeminal nerve. If hit with enough force, it would cause dizziness or even unconsciousness.

And that's exactly what happened.

【Punch: Caused 20 points of health damage to the opponent (Unarmed Combat (Basic)), opponent falls into unconsciousness...】

Seeing the thug fall into unconsciousness, Qin Ran stood up, satisfied.

He once again experienced the power of skills.

But Qin Ran was not satisfied with this.

In his plan, there were still a few more skills he could gain from the thug.

Of course, Qin Ran was not in a hurry. His gaze turned to his collaborator who was approaching.

"Qin Ran, you're not really going to let this guy go, are you? No one who hangs around with 'Vulture' is a good person! Just beating him up is far from enough to atone for his sins!"

Karin, who had already walked up to Qin Ran, raised an eyebrow.

Karin, who had survived in the war-torn city for four months, had seen what hell on earth was like. In this hell, there were some truly despicable people who deserved to die.

'Vulture' and his subordinates were undoubtedly such people.

"No, no, I won't let him go!"

Seeing Karin's anxious look, Qin Ran immediately shook his head.

Qin Ran had compassion and mercy, but he would never show them to his enemies, whether in reality or in the game.

"Then what?"

Karin looked at Qin Ran, her eyes filled with confusion.

"Can you help me clean up the battlefield? We have quite a lot of loot!"

Qin Ran smiled at Karin, but she didn't act immediately. Qin Ran shrugged, knowing that the stubborn girl wouldn't act without a reason.

Qin Ran still didn't directly reveal his plan, but he pointed around and said, "After we clean up the battlefield, I'll tell you everything! You don't want our loot to be stolen by a bunch of thieves, do you?"

Saying this, Qin Ran quickly got to work.

Karin immediately joined in.

After the previous battle, Karin's trust in Qin Ran had increased, and she let down her guard a bit more.

Moreover, Karin strongly agreed with Qin Ran's last words.

Their loot absolutely could not be stolen by a bunch of thieves!

Even though the sound of gunfire was still ringing out!

But there were definitely reckless survivors and thugs who were not afraid to die and were willing to take a chance, and their numbers were not small!

If these people got their hands on their loot, it would be a big problem.

After all, the loot included firearms and bulletproof vests. If those people got them, they would immediately become a threat.

Karin did not want that to happen.

Five minutes later, Qin Ran and Karin met again. Both were holding several bulletproof vests and [M1905] pistols, and Karin even put on a [T1 Bulletproof Vest]. Her gaze towards Qin Ran changed again.

Clearly, Karin was surprised by the way the armed thugs had died.

Without exception, they were all killed with one shot!

This made Karin think of the rebel soldiers.

"No, no, even ordinary rebel soldiers can't do that, only the elite can!"

Karin thought subconsciously.

The elite rebels and Qin Ran's self-description were worlds apart.

However, Karin did not press Qin Ran for more information.

Karin, who had survived in the war-torn city for four months, had not only endured hardships but also gained maturity far beyond her years. She knew that everyone had secrets.

Qin Ran had them, and so did she.

No one was an exception!

So, she was willing to respect Qin Ran's secrets.

Especially when Qin Ran showed friendliness.

Because Karin knew that following Qin Ran would greatly increase her safety, and she might even survive until the end of this damned war.

Even if it meant paying a price, Karin didn't mind.

This was both the harsh reality and the instinct for survival.

Therefore, Qin Ran clearly noticed that Karin was different.

But he couldn't quite pinpoint what was different.

Facing Qin Ran's gaze, Karin's face showed a hint of embarrassment, but with the dirt and water covering her face, Qin Ran didn't notice.

"Can you tell me everything now?"

Even with certain thoughts in her mind, Karin couldn't bring herself to say them directly. Her shyness made her change the subject.

"Does 'Vulture' have a base?"

Qin Ran lowered his voice.

Although there was no one else in sight, and Qin Ran had dragged the unconscious captive to a more secluded spot, it was still better to be cautious.

"Yes, there is one! It used to be a mall on Sixth Avenue. After the rebels swept through, they took it over and called it their nest!"

Karin nodded.

"And none of them know me, right?"

Qin Ran continued.

Karin nodded again, then suddenly looked at Qin Ran with wide eyes, her gaze filled with surprise.

"You're not planning to infiltrate, are you?"

Karin asked, her voice rising despite her efforts to keep it low.

Before Qin Ran could answer, Karin pointed at the unconscious captive and said, "Vulture won't allow strangers to approach. Anyone who gets close needs to be led by Vulture's subordinates, or they'll be shot down! And you want to use this guy to infiltrate? Don't even think about it! I swear on my grandmother's name that once you get close to Vulture's nest, this guy will betray you, and you'll be the next one to be hanged and burned alive!"

"I wouldn't do that!"

Qin Ran smiled.

"That's good! We've already achieved a great victory against Vulture. Just two more times, and that guy will be a featherless bird!"

Karin sighed in relief. She didn't want Qin Ran to do anything foolish.

After all, the biggest crisis was over!

And they had gained enough benefits.

"I'm going to go by myself!"

Qin Ran continued.

Karin's heart, which had just relaxed, tightened again.