Chapter 34

Xinran was prepared to sell both of the [Iron Fist-II] rocket launchers and did not intend to keep them.

First, he did not have the corresponding skills to fully utilize the equipment's maximum power. Unless he was in a situation like the bombardment in the Saluka camp, the sniper rifle in his hands would be more effective.

Second, the weight of the [Iron Fist-II] rocket launcher, even with his strength attribute increased by one level, was still too much. After equipping the sniper rifle, he could not carry a rocket launcher and move swiftly. His strength and stamina could not handle it, and after several battles, Xinran understood the importance of agility in critical moments.

Third, and most importantly, a standard rocket projectile suitable for all models of rocket launchers cost 500 points in the [Shop]!

Before seeing this price, Xinran was still somewhat hesitant.

But after seeing the price, his resolve instantly solidified.

He could not afford such a price!

Even if Xinran was unwilling to admit it.

His S-level completion rating did not seem very generous.

After all, the rocket projectiles he fired in the Saluka camp were enough to exchange for three S-level completion ratings.

"Is it because of the beginner dungeon?"

Xinran flipped through the information, which clearly stated, "Final player beginner dungeon harvest results as follows."

This gave Xinran more to speculate about.

However, when he saw the transactions on the forum, his attention was completely diverted—

A damaged quality, average attack power handgun was priced between 90-110 points among players, with the main reason for the price fluctuation being whether two full magazines were included.

A damaged quality, average attack power assault rifle was priced around 300 points, without any matching ammunition.

A defensive grenade similar to [U-II] was also 300 points.

Most transactions on the forum were of this level.

During Xinran's browsing, a handgun with the attribute [Precision Strike Lv1] was directly priced at 1000 points and was quickly bought by someone before Xinran could even see its specific attributes.

Clearly, attribute-equipped items were favored.

This gave Xinran more confidence in his plans.

After all, the two [Iron Fist-II] rocket launchers he brought back were both attribute-equipped!

Due to weight limitations, Xinran naturally chose the best equipment from Saluka's armory to bring back.

[Name: Iron Fist-II]

[Type: Rocket Launcher]

[Quality: Brand New]

[Attack Power: Strong]

[Ammunition Capacity: 1 round]

[Attribute: Burn Lv1]

[Special Effect: None]

[Requirement: Gunpowder Weapon. Heavy Weapon (Basic)]

[Note: Depending on the rocket projectile, it can trigger different effects such as explosion or armor penetration, provided you have such a rocket projectile]

...

Perhaps because they were from the same brand or the same factory.

The attributes of the two [Iron Fist-II] rocket launchers were the same.

Their value was equally high!

"The weapons traded by players on the forum mostly have average attack power, with firearms being the main focus. Cold weapons like swords and knives are very rare. So far, apart from ordinary daggers, long swords, and long knives, there is nothing noteworthy! Armor is mostly common combat suits and bulletproof vests, with nothing noteworthy either!"

Xinran's gaze scanned the various weapons and armor on the forum.

He had a rough idea in his mind.

At this stage, players were likely entering dungeons primarily focused on firearms.

Of course, it was not impossible for some high-level players to be outside this category.

After all, three hundred players survived the initial underground game beta test a year ago!

Even if these beta players entered a dungeon every three months, they would have experienced four dungeons by now!

If there were some extreme players, this number would be even higher.

A player who had experienced eight or even ten dungeons would not use such ordinary firearms.

They would likely use more powerful firearms or weapons.

Previously, when Xinran browsed the game [Shop], although there were no powerful weapons, there was no shortage of various types of ammunition.

Some special types of ammunition were enough to let Xinran infer some high-level weapons.

And the veteran players who used these high-level weapons were the ones Xinran wanted to trade with!

Not only because these players were wealthy, but also because they had a thorough understanding of the entire underground game!

If they could provide more information about the underground game, Xinran would not mind giving a discount.

However, the prerequisite was to attract such players!

With this in mind, Xinran immediately took action.

"Is this the first time a player is entering the forum for trading? Do you want to choose a nickname?"

A mechanical voice sounded.

"Yes!"

After thinking for a moment, Xinran nodded and casually reported a nickname: "2567!"

It had no particular meaning, just a random choice.

Just like when he used to hang around in gold farming studios.

"Nickname 2567 confirmed! Please place the trading item on the trading platform and mark the price!"

After the mechanical voice, a holographic platform appeared in front of Xinran.

Xinran placed one [Iron Fist-II] rocket launcher on the trading platform, and it immediately turned from a solid object into a virtual one. Xinran was not surprised at all; this was a game, after all, what was there to be surprised about?

If he really wanted to be surprised, the nearly realistic virtual technology of the underground game was what was truly astonishing.

A form appeared on the trading platform, along with a pen.

Picking up the pen, Xinran quickly wrote down the price of the [Iron Fist-II] rocket launcher.

10,000 points, 5 skill points!

The [Shop] offered a buyback price of 3,000 points and 1 skill point—this price was far higher than what the game [Shop] offered, but if Xinran really believed the game [Shop] price, he would be the one with a problem.

Any player knew that the game [Shop] buyback price was only half, or even less, of the equipment's value!

Moreover, only a sufficiently high price could attract those veteran players.

As for the price being too high and scaring everyone away, Xinran was not worried.

Anyone who truly wanted it would send a private message to contact him.

After placing the form back on the trading platform, the holographic platform and the virtual [Iron Fist-II] rocket launcher immediately disappeared in front of Xinran.

A new post appeared on the player forum.

Xinran then chose to log out of the game.

He knew that to achieve the best results, it would take some time to ferment.

This period would not be too long or too short.

He could use this time to handle some personal physiological issues.

...

When Xinran came out of the bathroom, the instant noodles had already softened in the hot water and were ready to eat.

As for the taste?

Xinran, who had been eating instant noodles three times a day for three years, had a numb tongue.

But it could fill his stomach!

For Xinran, that was enough.

His finances did not allow him to waste more on food.

A box of instant noodles for 3 Federation Credits was already a limit for Xinran, even though it was a discounted price.

As an orphan, Xinran had a free welfare apartment to live in before adulthood and received a significant discount on any living items he purchased.

Especially food, which was half price.

Although Xinran hoped for completely free food, that was impossible.

In fact, such benefits and discounts came with a cost.

Xinran had to serve 18 months of free military service for the Federation after adulthood.

Xinran had no complaints about this.

If not for such policies, he would have died long ago.

Xinran drank the last bit of soup from the instant noodle box, leaving not a drop behind.

Even if it was unpalatable, Xinran would not waste food.

After putting the instant noodle box in the trash, Xinran lay down on the bed and put on the virtual helmet.

...

The scene before his eyes changed.

When Xinran came to his senses, he was already in his room in the underground game—a large, but otherwise unremarkable, dilapidated metal warehouse.

Xinran walked to the LCD screen, opened the forum, and directly clicked on the [Iron Fist-II] rocket launcher trading post.

Ding! Ding! Ding!

Instantly, a series of message notifications sounded in Xinran's ears.

Looking at the constantly flashing private message bar, Xinran was not anxious but instead looked at the player comments below the trading post.

1st Floor: Holy crap! A rocket launcher!

2nd Floor: The OP is crazy!

3rd Floor: The 2nd floor is an idiot!

4th Floor: 2000 points, a sincere offer, contact me!

5th Floor: The 4th floor is trying to get a bargain, I offer 2500 points!

6th Floor: I am a steward from Steam City, give me the [Iron Fist-II], and I'll get you into the club!

7th Floor: Steel War Vehicle says the 6th floor is fake!

8th Floor: Without the corresponding skills, you can't use such heavy firepower!

9th Floor: What are skill points?

10th Floor: The 9th floor is a noob!

...

There were two hundred floors of comments, but most were unhelpful.

However, there were some worth noting.

At the end of the comments, the nickname 'Lawless' offered 5000 points and 2 skill points for the [Iron Fist-II].

This was the highest offer Xinran had seen so far.

"New player or veteran player?"

Xinran leaned towards the latter.

If it were a new player, they should not have such wealth. After all, his S-level completion rating only earned him 3000 points. Even if the rating had higher levels, the points would not be much more, with 5000-6000 being the limit. Under such circumstances, a new player willing to spend 5000 points on the [Iron Fist-II] was rare.

In fact, Xinran believed there were none.

At least, he could not afford to spend all the income from one adventure on a single weapon, especially one that required additional expensive ammunition.

After reading all the comments, Xinran opened the private messages—this was where he placed his hopes.

However, most of the messages were still unhelpful, including friend requests, requests for photos, and more.

Xinran deleted these and focused on the remaining valuable messages.

Among them, the nickname 'Lawless' appeared again.

This time, the offer was increased.

6000 points, 2 skill points!

This surprised Xinran, who had been asking for a high price.