DipNovel Chapter 323 A New Race, Beast-Eared Girls and the Girl Called a Demon
Chapter 323 A New Race, Beast-Eared Girls and the Girl Called a Demon
Chapter 323 A New Race, Beast-Eared Girls and the Girl Called a Demon
After finalizing some details of the transaction, and seeing that there was still some time before dawn, Xiao Yun decided to take a stroll through Nicholas's collection room.
"Will you sell this shattered legendary artifact?"
Xiao Yun's eyes were burning.
He had his eye on this thing from the moment he walked in.
"This—I'll sell it, though."
Nicholas rubbed his hands apologetically and said, "But someone consigned this to me. That person doesn't want any resources, just a unique piece of information in exchange."
"Oh?"
Xiao Yun asked, "What information is worth exchanging for legendary-level resources?"
Nicholas took a deep breath and said, "That person wants a clue to the Elven Tree of Life."
Xiao Yun frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled: "The Elven race, the Tree of Life? Has the world evolved to this point?"
Although the first system announcement is about how blocks can generate unique resources, and even information about life itself.
But how long has it been? According to Jing Feiwan, this is only the first month of the second month since entering the Sea of No Points.
"After entering the Sea of No Division, the recovery of spirituality and magical power is accelerated. The changes in this world are indeed quite rapid, but it hasn't reached that point yet."
Nicholas chuckled and explained, "There are indeed some new races that have emerged, such as ratmen, kobolds, minotaurs, and even centaurs and orcs, but most of these races evolved from existing wild beasts."
"There has been no trace of legendary higher species such as elves, green-skinned orcs, goblins, and dwarves."
He paused, then suddenly sighed: "However, judging from the current situation, it should be soon."
"Although these alien races have only recently appeared, they have shown an astonishing rate of development."
He pointed to the alien in the cage and said, "At the end of last month, I wanted to get a ratman, and I had to pay ten times more than a human slave, but at the beginning of this month, the prices have already been equal."
"Even a few days ago, I heard that a certain small block had been occupied by ratmen. It is said that all the humans who resisted there were killed and the rest were enslaved."
"The world is starting to get turbulent again. Last month, we just entered the Sea of No Return, and everyone was relatively restrained. The night of the full moon is Christmas Eve, but this month—"
Nicholas's expression darkened slightly as he looked at Xiao Yun, then a smile appeared on his face: "However, for you, sir, these things are actually opportunities and stepping stones."
Xiao Yun was still processing the information in his words when she heard this and was taken aback again: "Oh? What do you mean?"
"Hehe, sir, you don't know this, but every time there is an alien uprising, an entrance to the spirit world appears in that area. It is said that some professionals who go in make a fortune after they come out."
"Moreover, each alien race has different talents and resources. For example, the ratmen produce all kinds of advanced technology and explosives; the minotaurs are rather simple-minded and can be used as weapons of war; and some are born with a talent for forging."
Nicholas suddenly paused, then leaned close to Xiao Yun's ear mysteriously, his eyes frantically gesturing towards the catwoman: "And these beast-eared girls of different races, compared to human women, hehehe, they have a unique charm."
Xiao Yun gave the guy a cold glance, indicating that he had no interest.
"However, I'm very interested in the reasons for the emergence of these new races and the differences between them and humans. Do you have any extras here? Sell me two."
Nicholas grinned, showing his yellow teeth, and said confidently, "Yes, of course, this is my main business. You can have as much as you want."
"Sigh, I remember Mr. Eric bought some ratmen to work as miners before. So, Mr. Eric, animal-eared girls are cheap now, how about taking one home?"
As he listened to his pitch, Eric's eyes lit up, clearly showing some interest.
But seeing Xiao Yun's cold gaze and remembering Jing Feiwan's warning, he couldn't help but tremble and quickly waved his hand: "Never mind, I'm abstaining from sex recently."
Nicholas gave him a rather strange look, but didn't pursue the matter further, leading the two to another room.
The room was very long and narrow, with cages stacked on both sides, holding various alien races.
"My lord, look at this delicate and graceful bunny girl, and this incredibly seductive fox girl—they're both top-tier beauties!"
Nicholas enthusiastically promoted the product.
Xiao Yun looked at these exotic women who resembled humans but also retained some wild animal characteristics, and nodded repeatedly.
We are all modern people, so we are quite familiar with orcs.
But I've mostly only seen them in anime or games, so being able to get up close and personal with a live one feels really amazing.
However, Xiao Yun also noticed that these orcs were not quite the same as those in anime and games.
They are not like humans imagine, with animal ears and long tails.
Each orc has different beast-like features; some retain their appearance, while others retain their claws.
Of course, Nicholas was promoting the kind of things that conformed to human aesthetics.
That unique, wild beauty struck Xiao Yun's heart.
But in the end, he didn't buy it.
It's not that I'm worried about not being able to explain it to Jing Feiwan if I buy it back; the main problem is that he's using it for research, and it wouldn't be good if it hurts them.
"I want the kind that isn't easy to kill, that's tough, hardworking, and can get the job done, like ratmen or minotaurs."
Xiao Yun paused, then added, "Of course, the best ones are the most vicious and ruthless, so you won't feel bad using them as consumables."
Nicholas glanced at him in surprise, feeling a strange chill creep down his spine.
"The mindset of the strong is just different."
He couldn't understand it, but he respected it.
"Yes, please come with me."
He led Xiao Yun through several turns, until they reached the depths of the area.
Before he even got close, Xiao Yun heard a roar like that of a wild beast, as well as the sound of sharp teeth and claws scraping against the iron cage.
"These are the more vicious ones, mostly prisoners captured on the battlefield, and they have taken many lives."
Nicholas gave them a disdainful look and said, "Sir, if you want it, I'll give it to you for free, but you'll have to find another way to control it yourself."
Xiao Yun nodded. He possessed the Blood Pact of the Flame, and with a little modification, it would become a very good means of control.
After selecting a few alien races, Xiao Yun and Nicholas agreed on a pickup time and prepared to leave.
"Brother—help—"
A weak, feeble cry suddenly came from deeper within.
It sounded like a little girl's voice.
"Is there anyone else here?"
Xiao Yun's face immediately darkened.
Everyone has their own trade to make a living, whether it's smuggling or the slave trade. In this chaotic world where evil reigns and order has collapsed, he doesn't want to care about so much.
But harming the elderly, the weak, women and children is a different matter.
"No, no, no, sir, please let me explain."
Nicholas broke out in a cold sweat and hurriedly waved his hand: "Although I am greedy, I still have some humanity. Besides, harming children is a crime that will send you to hell. I would never do it."
"The one inside is different—sir, please don't be fooled by her!"
At this point, a hint of wariness, even fear, flashed in Nicholas's eyes: "That can no longer be called human; it's more like a devil."
"devil?"
Xiao Yun frowned and looked into the depths.
Through the darkness, he seemed to see a pair of eyes that were pure to the extreme.
Unlike the innocent charm of a child, those eyes were devoid of any emotion, as if they were devoid of human feelings and desires.
If it weren't for the presence of life, Xiao Yun would have suspected that he was staring at some inanimate object.
"Brother—I'm alright—help me—"
The cries for help came again, but Xiao Yun felt a chill.
Nicholas, standing nearby, gave a wry smile: "I was fooled before too. I thought she was just a poor little girl, so I bought her from a slave trader, intending to train her so that at least she could make a living in the future."
"But later I realized I was wrong."
"After adopting her, I encountered countless troubles—animal carcasses would frequently appear in the shop, sometimes even in her mouth; many customers found themselves constantly losing things, and these things would then reappear in my collection room—"
"I always thought it was a problem with my parenting, until she killed a little beggar from the neighborhood—"
Nicholas paused, his expression pained and fearful: "God said that humans are born with original sin, and we are inherently evil in the world."
"Her original sin is beyond imagination, sir; she is a demon."
After saying that, he let out a long sigh, seemingly relieved: "Fortunately, my suffering is about to end. A very noble old man is about to take her away."
"Oh? What's your identity?"
Xiao Yun was somewhat surprised.
Nicholas remained silent for a long time before awkwardly saying, "I'm sorry, sir, I have professional ethics and cannot sell my customers' information, not even yours."
"We'll add another 5% to the handling fee."
"This isn't about money."
"From now on, you will be one of my strategic business partners."
After a moment of silence, Nicholas sighed softly and said in a low voice, "I really can't reveal it, sir. After all, even someone as important as you can't escape their notice. If I say it, tomorrow could be my doom."
Xiao Yun's eyes flickered.
This statement seemed like a cryptic remark, but he gleaned something from it.
"It's impossible to escape their sight—could it be—"
Xiao Yun suddenly thought of a group that was exceptionally well-informed.
"The Dark Web!"
Only this group, which could seemingly ignore distance and obstacles to transmit messages by using mysterious technology before entering the Sea of No Return, could make Nicholas give such an evaluation.
"Moreover, this group seems to have some connection with Gu Shen."
"Interesting. What does he want with such a little girl?"
Xiao Yun suddenly became interested.
"Fan wants this little girl. Name your price."
Nicholas sighed softly, seeing Xiao Yun's unwavering resolve, and ultimately did not refute him.
"However, sir, the price for taking this little girl away has nothing to do with money."
"I just need you to do Fan a small favor."
Meanwhile, another deal has been completed.
Jing Feiwan's figure disappeared at the end of the long staircase.
In the reception room, the bluish-gold light in the handsome man's eyes faded.
From the darkness behind him, a tall, thin, white-bearded old man named Fu Fu, dressed in a long robe, emerged.
He bowed slightly to the handsome man: "Mimir asked Fan to convey his greetings to you."
The handsome man waved his hand and said, "It's just a transaction. Don't try to get too familiar. Fan doesn't want to be treated as a friend by a bunch of lunatics."
With that, he stood up, strode away, and coldly uttered a single sentence:
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"Fan has done what he had to do. Whether he succeeds or not, you must keep your promise and help Fan become a legend."
The old man bowed slightly, a thirsty smile playing on his lips: "Of course, the dark web never breaks its word."
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