r18novel Chapter 76 Alchemy Creations
Chapter 76 Alchemy Creations
Yu Jing's mission did not go smoothly.
I thought that I could get the commission by explaining the situation at the mission center, and then I could go to the registration desk in the teleportation room to queue up.
Unexpectedly, the paperwork got stuck as soon as he handed his identification badge to the clerk at the mission center.
"Mr. Ash, while the Exploration Bureau has always encouraged explorers to challenge themselves and explore unknown territories, isn't your choice a bit... too daring?"
The saleswoman, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, looked rather helpless.
To be honest, when she first saw this explorer codenamed "Ash" walking over, her agile figure and calm demeanor made her think that he was at least an elite explorer.
Especially after Yu Jing sat down and mentioned that the foreign land he was going to was a level 4 [Blood Healing Land] that was still being developed, the saleswoman looked at him with admiration.
It wasn't until she inserted her identification badge into the machine behind the counter that a piece of paper containing the explorer's identity information was pushed out.
She initially doubted whether she had misread the image or if there was a problem with the machine.
Is it reasonable for a novice explorer who has just passed the assessment to be asked to explore a level 4 alien realm?
"I have a compelling reason to go; please help me with the paperwork."
Unable to prove on the spot that his abilities were no less than those of elite explorers, Yu Jing could only reiterate his requirements.
"Mr. Ash, I must remind you again that the [Land of Blood Healing] is a high-risk alien realm currently under exploration. This alien space is unstable, exhibits signs of mental corruption, and carries a risk of infection from some kind of epidemic. Although no extreme environments have been discovered yet, the number of monsters far exceeds that of ordinary alien realms, and they are extremely aggressive. The Exploration Bureau explicitly recommends that only explorers of elite rank or higher be sent to explore it!"
The saleswoman frowned and advised him, feeling that Yu Jing was the kind of naive young man who hadn't even read the new employee manual, and was single-mindedly thinking about seeking fortune in danger and blindly venturing into dangerous foreign lands.
She had seen far too many explorers like this before, and their fates were predictable.
She wouldn't have paid any attention to outside explorers; she only tried to persuade Yu Jing to leave because he was a newcomer to the Exploration Bureau.
"I have enough confidence in myself to accept this commission!"
Yu Jing was well aware of how outrageous his demands seemed to others, but he also knew that if he slowly accumulated exploration points step by step, he didn't know when he would become an elite explorer.
To put it bluntly, he can wait, but can the Blood of Enlightenment wait?
Since the explorer who died in the tavern clinic was able to get the parchment, who knows if other explorers might get something similar?
Therefore, no matter how much the saleswoman tries to persuade him, he has to be stubborn this time!
After all, the Torch Watch's jump energy was his escape route, so how could he possibly waste it on the portal to the [Blood Healing Land]?
Seeing that Yu Jing showed no sign of changing his mind, the saleswoman sighed and had no choice but to start recording the task information.
She was merely a salesperson at the mission center and had no authority to refuse explorers' requests for exotic exploration missions.
Having successfully accepted the mission, Yu Jing quickly headed to the registration desk in the teleportation room.
When the task order was handed over, the male salesperson's hesitant expression after reading the information was exactly the same as the one before. However, since it had already passed the task center's review, he didn't intend to waste any more time and directly registered and went through the process.
There are limited teleportation rooms in Fengbo Village, and you will likely have to wait in line after submitting your application.
"Please proceed to teleportation room A3 in one hour. We will arrange for teleportation personnel to assist you in traveling to the alien realm."
The teleportation device cannot be turned on at will. It needs to be replenished with energy after each use, and the anchor must be changed and recalibrated according to the different foreign environments. The whole process requires professional operation.
Yu Jing took the identity badge and the stamped mission scroll, folded them neatly, put them in the pocket inside his trench coat, stood up to thank him, and
"Thank you for your hard work. I'll be there on time."
"Wishing you a safe and smooth journey!"
Although he didn't think Yu Jing would return safely, the salesperson still offered his blessings as was his habit.
It's going to be another hour, and just sitting here in the lobby is getting a bit boring.
After thinking for a moment, Yu Jing decided to temporarily leave his luggage at the storage place and then quickly head to the slums, wanting to take a look at the alchemy workshop.
This time he was lucky; he saw the alchemy workshop's doors were wide open as soon as he got nearby.
By this time, there were already quite a few explorers inside selecting alchemical artifacts. I hurried over, intending to take advantage of this last bit of preparation time to buy some useful items to bring into the alien world.
As a privately owned shop, the Alchemy Workshop couldn't compare to the shops in the commercial district. The interior was simply furnished; all you could see upon entering was a three-story glass display case filled with samples of alchemy creations currently for sale.
Yu Jing pushed through the crowd to get a closer look, finding it all quite novel.
Medicine bottles filled with various colored liquids; fist-sized glass spheres with bright silver dust floating inside; strangely shaped mechanical artifacts resembling various common small animals...
At that moment, a middle-aged man was standing behind the shop window, enthusiastically promoting the product.
It's clear he's not the creator of these alchemical artifacts, but rather a hired salesperson. Behind him are shelves and a list hanging in the middle of the shelves, detailing the effects and prices of various alchemical artifacts, divided into two categories:
[Potions] and [Items]
These alchemical artifacts are limited in number and will be sold out quickly.
Yu Jing tilted his head back and scanned the area, searching for alchemical items that suited him.
As it turns out, this shop's ability to achieve such a high reputation in the slums is indeed a testament to its capabilities.
The alchemical artifacts on the manifest are all quite practical, clearly products carefully selected based on feedback from numerous explorers. If there's any flaw... it's just one word: expensive!
For example, an stamina potion that quickly restores physical strength costs 6300; a night vision potion that temporarily grants night vision costs 5000; and a freeze ball that instantly freezes the surrounding area when smashed costs 10000...
After reviewing the entire shipping manifest, Yu Jing had only one thought: side jobs really do make money!
In some ways, the most valuable aspect of exploring other worlds is probably the mysterious technologies that originate from those other worlds.
Yu Jing didn't believe that these alchemical creations were extremely expensive.
However, due to their scarcity, ordinary explorers would grit their teeth and buy one or two as a last resort to save their lives.
"If I have the chance, I must find a way to learn a skill that can make money from that other country."
Despite his thoughts, Yu Jing acted swiftly, quickly squeezing to the counter to begin selecting the items he wanted to buy.