Chapter 44: Gun Specialization
Although the little assistant's demeanor was somewhat rough, her well-proportioned physique from long-term training was something ordinary women couldn't match. Moreover, her unique temperament, combined with a black gauze dress and a gem pendant, gave her a distinctive charm.
Su Xiao looked the little assistant up and down. Her attire was fine, but overall, it gave off a strange feeling.
"Take a few steps."
Hearing this, the little assistant tried her best to walk gracefully forward a few steps.
"It seems... there's no problem."
"Really?"
The little assistant was now eager to take off the clothes that made her feel uncomfortable all over. The party wouldn't start until 8 PM, and it was currently a little past 4 AM.
"After entering the venue, do as you see fit. Don't do anything to draw attention. If you notice a commotion in the back, immediately spray the compressed kerosene bottle inside the venue, then act according to the situation."
"Understood."
The little assistant cheered and rushed into the bedroom. Moments later, she changed into loose clothing and sat cross-legged on the sofa in shorts.
Su Xiao took out three core-piercing high-speed bullets. These three bullets were all lightning-element projectiles, designed to maximize the penetrating power of the Duke of Annihilation. The ideal assassination was a single shot to kill. Preparing three bullets was a precaution.
If Su Xiao failed to snipe the target with his first shot, he would use the Duke of Annihilation to instantly collapse the venue, then charge in to assassinate Dubois. Of course, this was a backup plan.
There were still 16 hours until the party started. The energetic little assistant was thrown into the bedroom by Su Xiao, who gave her an order: sleep, and don't get up until 6 PM.
Ignoring the little assistant lying bored on the bed, Su Xiao sat at a wooden table and took out two treasure chests from his storage space. Before assassinating Dubois, he needed to enhance his combat power as much as possible.
There were two chests in total. One was a gold-quality chest Su Xiao obtained by killing an enemy officer in the fortress. The second was the reward for destroying Saint Limen Fortress: [Gift of War], with a quality of Legendary.
Seeing Su Xiao place the two chests on the table, Bubu Wang, who hadn't seen chests in a while, ran over, full of anticipation for what was to come.
Su Xiao had previously obtained the passive skill "Goddess's Favor," which permanently increased his luck attribute by 1 point. If he factored in the bonus from the Lucky King state, his luck attribute could temporarily reach 7 points. This was an unprecedented situation.
"Bubu, my luck has turned around recently."
Hearing Su Xiao's words, Bubu Wang looked up at the ceiling, as if to say, "Master, you said the same thing last time you pulled out a sock."
Su Xiao lit a cigarette and exhaled a wisp of pale golden smoke. He felt the world around him had become different, which greatly boosted his confidence.
[Yes/No to open chest (Gold · War World Drop).]
Su Xiao decisively chose to open it.
[You have opened a chest produced by the War World.]
[You have obtained Soul Crystal (Large) ×1. This is a guaranteed reward.]
[You have obtained 20,000 Paradise Coins. This is a guaranteed reward.]
[You have obtained Gun Specialization (Skill Scroll).]
...
A scroll and a Soul Crystal (Large) appeared in Su Xiao's hands. This unexpected gain brought a smile to his face. Indeed, the increase in his luck attribute had significantly improved his fortune.
Su Xiao stored the Gun Specialization scroll and Soul Crystal into his storage space. He still had one chest to open, and that was the main event.
[Yes/No to open Gift of War.]
As soon as Su Xiao chose to open it, a washbasin-sized spinning wheel appeared before him.
[Randomly drawing reward tier...]
The spinning wheel had three sections. The largest one was marked "Normal Rewards," which included items like equipment, gems, and true attribute points.
The second section was relatively smaller, marked "Rare Rewards." It contained six types of rewards: Awakening Book (Second), Rare Bloodline/Class, Black Abyss Invitation, Unstable Device, and Grandmaster Power Roland Radiation Material.
Among the six rewards, the "Rare Bloodline/Class" section was grayed out, indicating Su Xiao couldn't draw that option. Noticing this, he immediately thought of a certain situation. After seeing the rewards in the third section, his suspicions were confirmed.
The third section of the spinning wheel was the smallest, marked "Exclusive Rewards." It contained only two types: Soul Severing Shadow Stone · Fragment and Sealing Box.
Seeing these two rewards, Su Xiao gained a new understanding of [Gift of War]. This item was different from ordinary chests. The resources from normal chests were heavily luck-based, and whether they suited Su Xiao was a gamble.
[Gift of War] was different. For example, since Su Xiao didn't need the "Rare Bloodline/Class" reward, that option was grayed out, meaning he wouldn't draw it.
The spinning wheel spun rapidly. There was only one chance. Whether it was the Awakening Book (Second), Black Abyss Invitation, or Soul Severing Shadow Stone · Fragment, each held extraordinary significance for Su Xiao.
As for the hardest-to-draw Sealing Box, its function was unknown for now. Su Xiao didn't expect to draw it, but as long as he didn't get a normal reward, he could accept anything else.
The spinning wheel gradually slowed down. Su Xiao stared at it intently.
"Woof!"
Bubu Wang suddenly barked. Su Xiao was focused on the spinning wheel, and this sudden shout startled him considerably.
Su Xiao looked at Bubu Wang, who was sitting on the ground and quickly shuffling backward, as if to say, "Master, listen to this dog's explanation. A mosquito just provoked this dog."
Just as Su Xiao was about to get up, a notification from Reincarnation Paradise appeared.
[You have obtained Black Abyss Invitation.]
[Black Abyss Invitation]
Origin: Reincarnation Paradise / Void / War World
Quality: Legendary
Type: Invitation
Effect: Use this invitation to enter the shallowest layer of the Black Abyss, with a stay duration of 15 natural days.
Slots: 5
Rating: 530+
Introduction: Before entering the Black Abyss, the hunter must carefully consider. The Black Abyss is one of the dangerous locations in the Void. It is recommended that contractors of Rank 5 or above enter as a team.
Price: Cannot be sold, can be destroyed.
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A pitch-black beast hide appeared in Su Xiao's hands. It was about the size of an A4 sheet, covered in curved script, with a blank area at the bottom.
To use this item, one had to cut their finger and press their bloodied fingerprint in the blank area. Counting Su Xiao, Bubu Wang, and Amu, he could bring two more people into the Black Abyss.
If Su Xiao were to enter the Black Abyss, he certainly wouldn't bring others to cause trouble. At most, it would be a combination of one person, one dog, and one cow.
Black smoke drifted from the beast hide, forming small vortices that gave off an ominous feeling. Even before entering the Black Abyss, Su Xiao could sense how dangerous it was.
He wouldn't enter the Black Abyss anytime soon. The description clearly stated that it was recommended for Rank 5 contractors to enter as a team. Of course, that didn't mean Rank 4 contractors weren't qualified, just that it was relatively more dangerous.
If five Rank 5 contractors entered the shallowest layer of the Black Abyss, they would be exploring. For Rank 4, it would be about survival. As for those below Rank 4, they would basically be taking a gamble—if unlucky, they would die quickly.
Su Xiao really wanted to explore the Black Abyss, but he planned to accumulate a few more worlds. Before reaching Rank 5, he absolutely had to go "appreciate" the scenery of the Black Abyss.