Chapter 8, The Knight
Remarkable! The one speaking is another knight, clad in a suit of silver chainmail, wielding a weapon somewhat resembling a cross sword. Such equipment is extraordinarily expensive and of astonishing value in a medieval context
The pack of wolves attacking the crowd is not truly a pack of starving wolves; it is the hungry wolves that pose the greatest danger. This group of giant wolves is robust in physique and clearly does not lack for food. If we seize the initial opportunity of a standoff and give these giant wolves a severe lesson, it is very likely that they will retreat in the face of difficulty! After all, the close-range shooting of the Desert Eagle and the fireball technique of that bespectacled man have a high probability of eliminating them instantly.
Zhao Futu felt there was nothing much to say
If that high school student had not recklessly fired a gun to provoke the wolf pack, it is likely that, according to the habits of those wolves, they would not have launched a direct attack. In nature, it is quite normal for predatory animals to reach a stalemate when their strengths are comparable. This is evident from the fact that the wolf pack did not immediately attack after surrounding their target; many wild animals will choose to abandon their prey if they believe that the process of hunting could result in serious injury to themselves
On the way to the town, Zhao Futu gradually inquired about their purpose
The knight at the forefront chuckled softly, his gaze towards Zhao Futu seemingly filled with a hint of admiration. He looked at the two corpses on the ground and said, "We can help you bury them, but you must pay a certain fee"
Indeed
Zhao Futu furrowed his brow but said nothing more. He simply put the Desert Eagle into his pocket, picked up the short sword from the ground, and dragged the two corpses together. He pointed to several giant wolf corpses over there and said to the others: "You may leave first. It is likely that you do not have any money from this world on you. There are a few wolf corpses over there; you can take them to the nearby town to exchange for money."
Tsk tsk! Seven people, against at least twelve giant wolves, are actually able to kill the lead wolf!
"They left first. I stayed behind to bury them," Zhao Futu said calmly, merely pointing to the bodies on the ground. After the task was initiated, the space slightly altered his appearance and attire, giving him a visage that resembled that of a Eurasian, which did not seem out of place.
Bury these two individuals
Several knights, upon hearing this, could not help but burst into laughter. The leader among them took out a pouch of coins from his waist, shook it in his hand, producing a series of jingling sounds, and then tossed it to Zhao Futu, laughing heartily: "Here you go! It is mine now."
The sky had completely brightened. It took Zhao Futu nearly an hour to barely dig the grave for two people. He had no suitable tools, relying solely on a short sword to dig, which was not only laborious but also ineffective. By the time he had completed half of the task, he was already drenched in sweat. However, after his body had been spatially digitized, his physical abilities had improved significantly. Although he was exhausted and covered in sweat, he still had plenty of stamina left.
The prompt of the task is an attack by a werewolf after nightfall. It is currently daytime, and Zhao Futu's deduction is that there should be no danger. Therefore, he has decided to stay and bury the two individuals.
What?
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For reasons unknown, others did not see the blue light on the wolf's fang at all. It was only after Zhao Futu picked it up that they realized he seemed to have obtained something. However, they wisely refrained from asking too many questions, as this alpha wolf had been killed by him alone, and moreover, Zhao Futu was now holding the Desert Eagle of that high school student.
Come, let's get to work
Equipment Slot: Accessories
In Zhao Futu's view, the previous battle should not have resulted in any casualties
I suggested that we dig a pit and bury them, right? After all, we all came here together; we can't just let them end up like this, exposed and abandoned in the wilderness, can we? Zhao Futu looked at the others and noticed their faces seemed somewhat reluctant, and he spoke slowly.
This is one of the laws of nature; it does not mean that the world of beasts is one of eternal conflict
A burly man with a full beard surveyed his surroundings and said, "That wolf's corpse over there is quite good."
This space is far more dangerous than he had imagined, and Zhao Futu gazed at the two corpses, his emotions fluctuating somewhat.
Equipment requirements: None
"Where are your companions? Have they left?" The knight on horseback glanced at the footprints on the ground, his brow furrowing in displeasure as he said, "There were four people, heading in the direction of the town."
He is still just an ordinary person, a person living in a time of peace
Material: Calcium Carbonate
A few individuals discussed the matter and ultimately left with several wolf carcasses, but they left the body of the lead wolf behind for Zhao Futu.
However, due to the reckless actions of the high school student, he directly provoked the giant wolves. When faced with their attack, he panicked and retreated, resulting in his cervical vertebra being bitten off, leading to his immediate death
Weight: 5 grams. (The weight of the item affects the wearing requirements)
There is someone
Silver Coin (Precious Metal): One of the valuable currencies in this world, used for purchasing supplies and befriending key characters in the storyline. You can sell it in the space, with one silver coin exchanged for 10 survival points
Zhao Futu possesses reconnaissance skills, and with the Desert Eagle in hand, his combat strength is formidable. Now, only five people remain in the team. The bespectacled man began to discuss with the others but ultimately decided to seek Zhao Futu's opinion. Since Zhao Futu had just rescued him once, the bespectacled man's attitude towards him had improved significantly, clearly indicating an intention to win him over
Rarity of equipment: Light blue
When Zhao Futu got up and walked over, the bespectacled man finally opened his mouth to ask: "What should we do now"
Morning
Step step step
Shall we bury them? Zhao Futu raised his head and said to the others
This indirect provocation awakened the ferocity of the giant wolves, informing them that their prey was, in fact, quite easy to handle. In the natural world, wild beasts have a tendency to prey on the weak and fear the strong; the weaker the prey, the more likely it is to become their target. Had it not been for Zhao Futu's timely strike that killed the lead wolf, the subsequent outcome would have been truly uncertain
Zhao Futu caught the money bag, and upon looking inside, he was immediately greeted by a glimmer of silver light, with a line of information also appearing above it
Zhao Futu was also observing these individuals, a total of five people, all mounted on horses. Apart from the one speaking, who was clad in silver-white chainmail and possessed an extraordinary identity, the others were dressed in leather armor, each carrying a longsword at their waist, with two of them also bearing hunting bows on their backs. All of these individuals were over twenty-five years old, exhibiting typical Western features, their faces marked by the passage of time, yet they exuded an unusual aura.
Identifying the prey is not an easy task; these giant wolves are likely to retreat. Even if they do not retreat, the advantage of the group that has taken the initiative is quite evident
The bespectacled man's expression was quite hesitant, as if he wanted to stay and help Zhao Futu bury the deceased, yet felt that doing so was ultimately meaningless. Moreover, the group had no tools at hand, and it was uncertain how long it would take to dig a grave deep enough for two. Every additional minute spent here increased the danger; although Zhao Futu was very important, the man from the pyramid scheme also possessed considerable combat ability, seemingly having some knowledge of martial arts, and the long sword in his hand was exceptionally powerful.
Review: This is a wolf's fang, emitting a foul odor.
A number of swift horses approached rapidly. As they neared the position of Zhao Futu, the rider on horseback suddenly pulled the reins. The steed let out a loud neigh and halted, raising its hooves. The rider dismounted and surveyed Zhao Futu, as well as the blood-stained battlefield. His eyes were filled with astonishment as he spoke: "Did you do this?"
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With the help of his assistant, Zhao Futu quickly dug the grave and buried the two individuals. Since his destination was also the nearby Locke Town, he set off with this group of knights. The mission required survival for 48 hours and the elimination of at least one low-level werewolf. Zhao Futu's intuition told him that following these individuals was the best course of action. Judging by their fully armed appearance, it was evident that they were closely related to those werewolves.
Middle-earth is a land that values the principle of 'resting in peace in the earth', where few wish to have their bodies left to rot in the wilderness
This is a wilderness; even if you bury them, it won't be long before other beasts drag them out to eat!" The pyramid scheme man also chimed in, seemingly dissatisfied, and spoke in a sarcastic tone: "Are we really going to put everyone in danger for the sake of two dead people?"
Beneath the corpse of the lead wolf, Zhao Futu discovered a fallen wolf fang, which emitted a faint bluish glow. It resembled a crescent moon with barbs, exceptionally sharp. When he touched the fang with his finger, a series of information surfaced in his mind
"What reward?" Zhao Futu retorted
The other two, although they did not speak, clearly also agreed.
However, leave the corpse of that lead wolf for me" Zhao Futu said, his tone becoming unequivocal at that moment
His expression while speaking is very candid
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The fangs of the head wolf
Their target is those werewolves
The leader of the group is approximately in his thirties, handsome and imposing, possessing a charisma that commands immediate respect.
We should leave first. The smell of blood here is likely to attract other beasts said the bespectacled man, who added with some difficulty: Staying here means we are also in danger
Did they just leave you in the wilderness like this
Zhao Futu, resting on the grass, suddenly stood up. He looked towards the south and immediately saw several swift horses galloping towards him
The matter has come to this point
Equipment Effect: Strength +1, Agility +1
Due to his reconnaissance skills, he remained vigilant, carefully observing his surroundings. This was an open grassy area, marked by traces of a path, clearly frequented by people. Generally, such places do not harbor many wild animals, especially not during the daytime. As for why they had encountered those giant wolves earlier, it was likely the doing of that mysterious space, seemingly intent on making them acclimate to combat.
The others were somewhat surprised and raised their heads upon hearing this
A few knights exchanged glances, their eyes communicating for a moment
His mother taught him from a young age that "the deceased are of utmost importance." He felt that he should bury the two individuals, even though they were not related in any way. Nevertheless, this is at least a sign of respect for the deceased and a gesture of goodwill.
Just moments ago, they were two living individuals, yet now they have already become two corpses. Zhao Futu felt a wave of sorrow in his heart; although he was not a person overflowing with sympathy, witnessing the passing of life always inevitably brings a sense of sadness. Perhaps one day he would become increasingly indifferent, able to ignore death and life, but that was not the case at present
Approaching the two deceased individuals, Zhao Futu remained silent, slowly crouching down to close their open eyes with his hands
Although that high school student made a mistake, he also paid the price with his life
Zhao Futu furrowed his brows slightly, glanced at a few people, and said slowly: "Alright! But I can only give half at most, as I have no money for food"
Origin: Underworld Legend
There are approximately twenty silver coins in the bag, which, when converted into survival points, surprisingly exceeds the income Zhao Futu earned from killing a pack of wolves