Chapter 62

When the golden wall was breached, Qin Ran had the idea of taking as much gold as possible. △

Qin Ran believed that as long as he didn't overdo it, Gong Lanshen would agree to his request.

However, with the appearance of Altria Hunter, the main quest was completed, and this idea was inevitably hindered.

The five-minute time limit and the inability to exceed his carrying capacity left Qin Ran at a loss once again.

In his heart, Qin Ran cursed the person who designed the "cannot exceed carrying capacity" rule.

But the unexpected appearance of the gems turned the situation around.

Compared to the heavy gold, these gems, which were extremely small and light, were undoubtedly more suitable for him.

His experience in a gold-farming studio was enough to make Qin Ran realize how valuable the gems that could add attributes to equipment were!

Therefore, Qin Ran made a decision in his heart.

Roar!

Another low growl, the huge figure became clearer, and even the others could see the faint shadow.

Everyone started to retreat.

Only Qin Ran stood there, seemingly dazed.

"Quick, go!"

Sheriff John pulled the dazed Qin Ran.

"You go first... I'll cover the rear!"

"Someone must attract the monster's attention!"

"Otherwise, no one will escape!"

"That monster's speed is far beyond what our two legs can run!"

Qin Ran said quickly.

In a short time, the monster had climbed from the unknown depths of the cave to within ten meters of the hall, demonstrating extraordinary speed.

None of the people present, except for Qin Ran and Gong Lanshen, could match it.

However, the Guardian Knight now looked exhausted. In fact, after the astonishing attack, Gong Lanshen could barely stand.

Clearly, that attack had drained the Guardian Knight's strength.

Turning the strongest combatant into a mere decoration.

Therefore, the only one left to hold the monster was Qin Ran.

This coincided with Qin Ran's plan!

"I'll do it!"

Sheriff John said immediately.

"Your injuries have already decided that my speed is definitely faster than yours!"

Qin Ran shook his head, walked to Karl, and took the box containing his weapons from his shoulder. After quickly taking out his weapons, he looked at Gong Lanshen.

"If there's a chance, I'd really like to learn that move!"

Qin Ran said with a smile.

"There will be a chance!"

The Guardian Knight said confidently.

But Qin Ran knew there was no such chance.

Because after leaving the instance, the two sides would have no further interaction.

So, Qin Ran just smiled again.

"Support your teacher, and remember to have your father pay the final installment to Karl—without money, you can't get the girl you like!"

Qin Ran gestured to the tall, red-haired Altria Hunter.

Qin Ran originally wanted to repay the young police officer in another way.

But now, a more direct approach was needed.

And Qin Ran's farewell was interrupted as the monster drew closer.

The previously calm gold suddenly bulged, and the monster, hidden beneath the gold, rushed towards everyone like a diving fish.

"Karl, support John, and return the way we came!"

Qin Ran said, turning and rushing towards the hall.

"Qin Ran!"

"Mr. Qin Ran!"

Voices called out from behind, and Qin Ran raised his right hand high to wave goodbye.

With his left hand, he pulled the pin of the [U-2] grenade and then rolled to one side.

The monster was right in front of him.

Splash!

In a sound like a fish breaking the water, the monster leaped out from the gold, brushing past Qin Ran's body, and revealed its true form.

A crocodile!

A huge, white-armored crocodile, about 15 meters long and 4-5 meters wide!

Just the head was about 3 meters long, and the blood-red eyes were filled with ferocity and coldness, staring at its prey: Qin Ran.

The crocodile's mouth, large enough to swallow a car, opened wide and lunged at Qin Ran.

And the next moment—

Boom!

The [U-2] grenade thrown by Qin Ran exploded in the crocodile's mouth.

But the [U-2] grenade, which could tear a person to shreds, did not cause any trouble to the crocodile, only slightly scratching its skin.

[Explosion: You deal 200 points of damage to the opponent. The opponent has Advanced Resilient Armor and Advanced Steel Skin skills, immune to 180 points of damage, actual damage dealt: 20 points...]

This result made Qin Ran frown.

He had already overestimated the crocodile, but the reality made him realize he had underestimated it.

The combat log from the system was enough to make Qin Ran understand what he was facing.

Clearly, this crocodile was the Dawn Church's final means of protecting the thousand-year-old treasure.

If the Dawn Church had the [Dawn Knight Body Forging Technique], it was not surprising that they had other special means.

Creating one or two alchemical or magical creatures that exceeded the normal biological range was not out of the question.

The two skills that provided immunity were enough to explain everything.

Moreover, Qin Ran was even more certain that the crocodile's health points would not be just a few hundred. Its massive size indicated an extremely strong constitution.

If the crocodile had 500 or even more health points, Qin Ran would not be surprised.

Qin Ran had originally hoped to try and kill the monster.

But the crocodile's defense made him give up that idea.

The only consolation was that this attack had completely attracted the crocodile's attention to him.

"Quick, go!"

Qin Ran shouted at the dazed group in the distance.

Seeing the ferocious crocodile and hearing Qin Ran's shout, the group finally snapped out of their daze.

"Let's go!"

Gong Lanshen, a veteran of many battles, was the first to speak.

The Guardian Knight knew exactly what to do in this situation.

Even if there was a lot of reluctance in his heart.

"But... but..."

Karl stammered, trying to say something.

Similarly, Sheriff John stood rooted to the spot.

Slap, slap!

Two crisp sounds, and "Black Hand" Jimmy struck both of them with a hand knife, supporting the unconscious men.

"Go!"

Jimmy said decisively.

Coming from a gang, he also knew what to do in this situation.

The group quickly returned the way they came.

Qin Ran, dodging the crocodile's attack, watched the group leave and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

After all, under the watchful eyes of the group, it would be difficult for him to carry out his plan.

After all, dodging the crocodile's attacks while picking up gems would definitely raise suspicions.

Even the greediest person wouldn't do that.

Moreover, his identity in this instance was not that of someone who would risk his life for money.

So, only after the group left could he pick up the gems with peace of mind!

Of course, he had to be careful of the crocodile!

The crocodile was powerful, fast, and had impenetrable defenses. With its massive size, it was a ferocious beast.

If it came to a direct fight, even the Guardian Knight would not be a match for it, let alone Qin Ran.

But fortunately, the crocodile's massive size lacked agility!

Qin Ran only needed to dodge.

With E-level agility and a small, agile body compared to the crocodile's massive size, Qin Ran had a significant advantage.

Boom!

The crocodile's tail, as thick as a water barrel and about 7 meters long, swept across the pile of gold.

Qin Ran rolled to avoid the crocodile's tail.

Even though the wind it created made Qin Ran feel a bit sluggish.

However, his strength was enough to complete the roll and dodge.

Before making the next roll, Qin Ran's hand swept across and picked up a gem.

Boom!

The crocodile's tail, retracting, swept past Qin Ran again.

While rolling, Qin Ran picked up another gem.

Then, the crocodile reared up, and its massive body loomed over Qin Ran like a mountain.

Boom, boom, boom!

Like tons of explosives detonating, countless gold coins and jewels flew into the air under the immense force, and Qin Ran's figure was mixed among them. His hands reached out rapidly, picking up gems, creating afterimages, and such speed almost pushed his E-level agility to its limit.

As Qin Ran said, if he had to carry a 100-kilogram stone, he would definitely hesitate.

But if given 100 kilograms of federal currency... Qin Ran not only believed he could carry it but also run, and faster than anyone else.

Now, facing valuable gems, Qin Ran fully embraced this belief.

After all, for Qin Ran, his property was his life.

He was now fighting for his life!

Qin Ran's determination made the crocodile feel its dignity being challenged.

Facing such a tiny creature, the crocodile used all its might.

Tail sweeping, claw strikes, and bites.

Each attack shook the ground.

But each time, it was in vain. Qin Ran, like the most agile cat, darted around the crocodile, picking up gems and putting them in his pocket.

Roar!

The crocodile, frustrated by its repeated failures, became even more ferocious.

Its blood-red eyes lit up like two 100-watt bulbs.

A louder roar than any before came from its mouth.

Then, a tremendous suction force came from its massive mouth.

Within a 30-meter range, gold coins, gold bars, and gems, including Qin Ran, were involuntarily drawn towards the massive mouth.

The speed was extremely fast!

Qin Ran didn't even have time to react before being swallowed.