Chapter 70

In the Crook Plain, this is a paradise for level 6 young lions, and at this stage, very few players would come here to level up by killing monsters.

Because the level here is relatively high, and the monsters are extremely numerous and concentrated, making them hard to kill.

These young lions usually hunt in groups of three to five, and sometimes they are accompanied by an adult elite-level lion, making them very difficult to deal with.

However, on this plain, a six-person squad was battling a group of lions. A woman in aqua armor swung a large sword, fighting the elite-level lion head-on. Not only could she easily dodge the lion's sharp claws, but she could also take the opportunity to attack vital points, her heroic and graceful figure captivating even other women.

This woman was the Ice Goddess Bai Qingsnow, who had already reached level 5. She was wearing a set of level 4 bronze armor called Azure Trace and held a玄iron-level Conqueror's Sword. Compared to before, her strength had improved greatly.

Another shield warrior was holding off four young lions without falling behind. Xiao Yu'er, the healer, chanted prayers, her small hands writing divine symbols in the air, taking care of the shield warrior while also healing Bai Qingsnow, keeping both of their health bars at a safe level.

Zhao Yueru, the Scarlet Flame Sorceress, was also wearing a level 4 Illusory Fire set. She continuously shot large fireballs, each causing terrifying damage to the young lions.

In no time, the group of lions led by the elite was wiped out.

Bai Qingsnow picked up the drop from the young lion, finding it to be a skill book, but no equipment. She looked at Xiao Yu'er and said, "Xiao Yu'er, it's your Holy Light Shield. Quickly learn it. After resting, we'll find the next young lion. We must get the resurrection skill to drop."

"That's great. With this skill, the healer won't have to be so tense anymore." Xiao Yu'er took the skill book and said happily.

Sitting down to eat and drink, Zhao Yueru suddenly asked curiously, "Qingsnow, One-Hammer Deal has already gained a lot of fame. We should at least send someone to recruit him. Bringing him in could also increase the guild's reputation, and his forging skills are also good. It would be bad if other guilds snatch him away."

"No need. It won't be long before level 3 bronze equipment becomes worthless. He can only forge level 3 bronze equipment, and he doesn't have the design plans for higher-level equipment. What's the point of us spending a lot of money to get him now? It's just for a little profit, and we don't know when our guild will be able to obtain the design plans for higher-level bronze equipment. What use would he be?" Bai Qingsnow shook her head, not very interested in One-Hammer Deal. Instead, she said, "It's the Black Flame Forger who has piqued my interest, especially his actions. I can't see through his intentions."

"If he wanted to attract the attention of top guilds and stand out, he wouldn't need to hide his name. Many large guilds would contact him. But he hid his name, making it impossible for anyone to contact him, indicating that he doesn't want his identity known. Yet, he also competed with One-Hammer Deal, lowering the price of equipment, making him well-known again and drawing our attention. But just when things were getting hot, he suddenly withdrew from the competition, fading from our view again."

"He consecutively produced three different forged items, showing that he has many bronze equipment design plans, indicating his strength. But why did he suddenly withdraw? What is the Black Flame Forger's goal? Or has he already achieved his goal, which is why he withdrew?"

"Even now, I don't know what the Black Flame Forger wants. Everything about him is shrouded in mystery."

"Qingsnow, why don't I have someone investigate this forger? After hearing your analysis, I'm also curious about who he is."

After hearing Bai Qingsnow's analysis, Zhao Yueru suddenly understood and became interested in the Black Flame Forger. She felt that the Black Flame Forger was not simple and was very curious about his identity. Just the thought of uncovering the Black Flame Forger's identity made her a little excited.

On the other side, in the intermediate forging room on the second floor of the Forging Association.

"Everyone, have you all considered it?" One-Hammer Deal crossed his legs, squinted his eyes, and looked at the representatives of the top guilds, very relaxed.

However, the conditions One-Hammer Deal proposed made these top guilds silent.

One-Hammer Deal's conditions were too harsh. Not to mention that all resources would be prioritized for him, just a villa in his city and an annual salary of five million credits were already too much. This treatment was probably only enjoyed by the guild president and vice-president. For One-Hammer Deal to want the same treatment was like wanting to be on par with the president and vice-president.

"You need to think carefully. It wasn't easy for me to gain such a reputation. As soon as I join your guild, the popularity will skyrocket, surpassing other guilds. With my forging skills, there won't be a shortage of bronze equipment, and the guild will make a lot of money. The price I'm asking for isn't much, is it?" One-Hammer Deal said with a smile, as if saying, "If you don't recruit me, others will, and you'll regret it."

One-Hammer Deal was confident that these top guilds would agree. Now, each top guild was thinking about leading the others, which would give them a greater chance of capturing the city and controlling the wealth of a virtual city. This was far more valuable than just five million credits and a villa. His asking price was already low.

Seeing the representatives of the top guilds hesitate but with a firm determination to recruit him in their eyes, One-Hammer Deal suddenly felt that it was very wise to invest all his assets in this competition. If he hadn't borrowed some money from a loan shark at the last moment, he might not have been able to withstand the pressure from the Black Flame Forger. Fortunately, the Black Flame Forger was eliminated first, allowing him to achieve the final victory.

Just as One-Hammer Deal was feeling smug, the expressions of the representatives at the negotiation table changed, all showing shock and joy.

"One-Hammer Deal, I'm very sorry, but our guild has decided to withdraw from this competition. We'll let other guilds have it. Our guild won't participate. I have something to do, so I'll leave first." The representative of the Star River Federation suddenly said.

"This price is too high. Our guild can only give up. We'll look forward to our next cooperation."

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All the guild representatives left at once, and each of them was very anxious, as if they couldn't wait to go somewhere, not wanting to waste a single moment.

"What do you mean? Not negotiating anymore? Don't regret it. I'm a forger who can forge bronze equipment! When you beg me, I won't go." One-Hammer Deal was stunned, not understanding what was happening, as if they had all agreed in advance. He then slammed the table and shouted in anger.

"Is forging bronze equipment so great? The auction house is now selling bronze equipment design plans. With the design plans, we can train our own forgers and don't need to pay five million." One representative glanced at One-Hammer Deal before leaving the forging room with a cold laugh.

"What did you say? Explain yourself before you leave!" One-Hammer Deal stood up abruptly, thinking he had heard wrong.

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