I Don't Agree to the Terms-Chapter 1034 - 543: To Give Is to Gain

After all, as the host of the Asura invitation, even after death, one can inherit the highest mission progress rating, unlike the Great Heavenly Rank, where the rating becomes fixed upon death.

No need to get involved in this matter.

Furthermore, the combat strength of the Great Heavenly Rank is indeed weaker, even the strongest Corpse King is no match for the Shura's Seven-Star Whip, let alone they possess other magical tools.

If he can't keep up, as long as he doesn't covet the rewards, he can leave first.

Of course, wanting the reward isn't much of an issue, just bear the consequences yourself. Looking at Gu Shanhai's tone, it seems he can't protect them.

"This, can work?" The Great Heavenly Rank is quite self-aware, evident from when buying things from Gu Shanhai. Doing so does make him lose some opportunities, but it's very stable and is key to his gradual progress.

Therefore, he doesn't covet the fifth level's reward. If it were given beforehand, he would certainly fight for it; now, waiting for the reward post-completion poses too much risk for the Great Heavenly Rank. He can't afford to lose the Corpse King and is unsure if he can survive until the mission is complete.

Regarding his own strength, he understands well, and if he can't keep up, he surely won't force it.

"It can work." Since Shura agreed, he won't say more.

"Alright, then I won't hold you back. When you return, I'll throw you a banquet to celebrate." The Great Heavenly Rank replied courteously.

After saying this, the Great Heavenly Rank directly settled the mission, and then his figure began to fade away, leaving this world.

Naturally, the Corpse King left along with him.

The Corpse King actually felt relieved; to truly follow Gu Shanhai and Shura to battle on the All Ghosts Survival Platform, he didn't have the courage.

He has seen his skills and talents, which come with annotations, knowing everything he has was given by the All Ghosts Survival Platform; to fight his creator truly with fear would be false.

"Leaving so decisively, no wonder he's able to rise later." Gu Shanhai also sighed.

Giving up and gaining – to have gain, one must give up; not all those who rise struggle against heaven and earth, some rely on stable progress.

If the Great Heavenly Rank hesitated and decided to stay, then Gu Shanhai would think he needs more practice, being unable to choose when his strength is insufficient, offering little future.

"Though he appears focused on hidden benefits, in reality, he's clearer than anyone. My combat capability greatly improved, yet I'm broke."

"He's different; despite expending many resources, his expense at most hurt him superficially. Completing three or four instances not only recovers but elevates further."

Shura saw this; the Great Heavenly Rank is very restrained, not directly purchasing and instead observing before painfully giving up.

It's not that he can't afford it; it's simply unnecessary for him.

Moreover, his magical tools and system aren't very compatible; as long as he doesn't team up with Gu Shanhai, he could steadily explore the instance's worldview for high rewards, having both the Corpse King and Tai Sui Gu.

Teaming with Gu Shanhai offers high earnings alongside high risks; the Great Heavenly Rank isn't one who benefits from dancing on the edge.

"With slightly poorer judgment, he might deceive you." Gu Shanhai laughed.

The Great Heavenly Rank is adept at disguise.

"Any suggestions for this challenge? This time, I rely on you." Shura shifted the discussion back to business matters; with the Great Heavenly Rank gone, there's no more value in discussion.

"What suggestions could I have? It still relies on you." Gu Shanhai said, though internally considering his approach.

In his thoughts, it's rather simple: directly devour this world.

At that time, regardless of the All Ghosts Survival Platform or ghosts, they all need to enter his belly.

The idea is good; executing it requires great effort and considerable time.

The first step is Gu Shanhai's comprehensive inspection and study on the Ghost World since it's destined to enter his belly, ensuring no hidden dangers.

"Seems you're well-prepared; how should I cooperate?" Shura curiously asked.

"How did you see I'm well-prepared..." Gu Shanhai was momentarily at a loss, worried about encountering issues during inspection, while Shura thought he was confident.

"You're different from the Great Heavenly Rank; he disguises and doesn't fear exposure."

"Whereas you conceal your abilities, being strong while keeping a low profile, might even falter at crucial times under that concealment."

"Of course, you faltering is from our perspective, but for you, it might be no big deal, possibly indifferent."

"Even if I died, you'd be fine as long as I synchronized to your progress. Once you complete the mission, I can't say anything."

Shura rambled while Gu Shanhai listened in confusion.

He's simply lazy with insufficient energy, not overthinking.

"Oh, so now do intelligent people enjoy overthinking?" Gu Shanhai mused.

Being powerful, actions are easily over-interpreted.

Indeed, he hadn't overthought that much, hiding strength truthfully due to habitually keeping a low profile, without considering other matters.

"Alright, consider it my overthinking." Shura didn't intend to argue with or persuade Gu Shanhai; for him, these are minor issues. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

"As long as you put some effort, now cooking should be unnecessary, right?"

Shura's main objective was ensuring Gu Shanhai wouldn't hide his abilities anymore and help as they approached the final challenge, having handled logistics long enough to finally face a proper confrontation.

"Regarding that, no problem, without cooking, I can assist more." Gu Shanhai, this time, didn't refuse, as he realized he too needed to contribute.

The All Ghosts Survival Platform naturally being one of his targets.

Yet Shura couldn't likely stay by his side, possessing considerable abilities; following him would make things trivial, unable to help and rather hurting progress.

"This time, let's operate separately. When the battle commences, I won't manage to protect you; better if you separate for more intel."

"Take this for communication."

Gu Shanhai, without arguing, handed Shura a compact intelligent terminal, equipped with an AI to aid in judgment and communication with Gu Shanhai.

Also having certain combat abilities at critical moments, potentially transforming into a terminator intelligent machine to ensure Shura's safety. Yet if truly unprotectable, Gu Shanhai would have no means.

"Never imagined a day I'd get free gear from you, quite rare." Shura, without fuss, accepted, glancing at the skills and effects, surprised at Gu Shanhai's generosity. Although not on par with the Seven-Star Whip series of equipment, it's free — why ask for more?

"I'm no Grangtail, not stingy." For Gu Shanhai, the intelligent terminal isn't valuable; were the Great Heavenly Rank around, he'd gift him one, too.

The intel he gathers, once relayed to Gu Shanhai, would create value far surpassing the intelligent terminal. Gu Shanhai adheres to a unique value assessment.

"I won't hold back, and I'll quickly relay any information to you. Don't die midway; I still depend on you finishing." After speaking, Shura directly left, provisions in hand, ready to act rather than continuing idle chatter with Gu Shanhai, as there's no point in it.