Online Game: Crazy Skeleton-Chapter 804 - 726 Token Acquired

"The thing is..."

In order to gain the favor of the village chief, Su Ran hurriedly recounted how he came to know the fisherman, the mission involving the Demon Jade Coral King, and the purpose of his own visit.

"You mean to say, you resolved the disaster afflicting our village all by yourself?"

The elderly village chief, in his excitement, let out a violent cough, barely beginning to utter "Hm..." when, upon glancing at Su Ran, he pretended to swallow it back in a bid for composure.

Su Ran instantly felt disheveled.

Do NPCs nowadays all care so much about their image in front of players?

"Old sir, indeed so."

Suppressing the urge to just walk away, Su Ran patiently explained to the village chief. He had no choice, the forthcoming quest narrative required the chief’s cooperation, so he could only serve him well.

"Words alone carry no proof. Bring the corpse of the Demon Jade Coral King for me to see," the village chief declared, his complexion rosier and a flash of clarity sparking in his murky eyes after he swallowed a mouthful of saliva. He pointed his cane in Su Ran’s direction.

However, lacking the support of his cane, the village chief’s body wobbled, almost causing him to fall.

Seeing the village chief’s consumptive appearance, Su Ran suddenly found his own steward at the estate much more adorable.

"Old sir, please look."

Su Ran pulled the golden dead fish from beneath him; there was no other way, his words were empty without presenting evidence.

"Eh? Young hero, your fish-pulling stance is quite unique!"

The village chief was astonished by Su Ran’s indecent posture. Having lived for so many years, it was indeed his first time witnessing such a thing, which was quite an eye-opener.

"Hmph! The Demon Jade Coral King, indeed it is!"

It is said that age brings wisdom, and with a single glance, he identified the dead fish, bitterly saying, "The village’s fisheries have declined, the villagers starving, all because of this monster! Young hero, could you gift this fish corpse to this old man? I wish to flog its body to vent my hatred!"

Tsk, tsk, flogging a corpse? Braised or steamed?

Nevertheless, Su Ran didn’t say anything further, letting the old man save face, and immediately handed over the Demon Jade Coral King, "Old sir, the fish king here is indeed quite heavy. With your physique, I’m afraid..."

Before Su Ran could finish his sentence, he saw the village chief snatch the dead fish with a speed that made it vanish from his hands in the blink of an eye—a speed that even Su Ran couldn’t match!

"I must say, old sir, if I may ask indiscreetly, have you always been single?"

Su Ran was a bit shocked, feeling that this old man was definitely feigning weakness to exploit the unsuspecting—a prime example of being as strong as a young man!

"Eh? Young hero, do you also possess the skill of reading faces?"

The village chief was surprised to look at Su Ran, but having just received a bribe in the form of a fish, his tone had softened considerably.

"No wonder the old sir’s arm strength is so impressive. That explains it."

Su Ran nodded as if he had come to a realization.

"Old sir, I have come to your village to ask for a favor..."

Before Su Ran could finish, the village chief interrupted him.

"Young hero, the wind is strong outside; let’s talk inside the house."

The village chief resumed his frail demeanor, shakily pointing towards his own thatched cottage, gesturing for Su Ran to come inside for a more intimate conversation.

"Ahem, the air is good outside, which is beneficial for the old sir’s health. It won’t take up much of your time, so I won’t bother entering."

Su Ran swiftly declined, the thought of the thick phlegm that filled the house making his skin crawl.

"So be it. The old man’s house is dark and damp, not really suitable for entertaining guests."

The aged village elder was wise beyond his years, and he was well aware of what Su Ran had in mind. However, he took no offense and looked at Su Ran with his cloudy eyes, speaking in a solemn voice, "Young hero, should you need anything from this old man, just ask."

"Elder sir, I have come to exchange points with you. Uncle, the fisherman, mentioned to me that I can exchange deep sea pearls for corresponding points at your place."

Su Ran hurriedly continued on, fearing any unforeseen mishap might occur.

"Points?"

The village elder furrowed his brow, and a hint of caution rose in his eyes as he looked at Su Ran. "Young hero, I do not wish to pry, but as an outsider, what do you need points for?"

"You need not worry, elder sir. I am here to meet with the Sea Area messenger, as I have important matters to report. Unfortunately, he has just left and it will be some time before he returns. I can only use points to obtain an item from the messenger, merely to meet with him."

Su Ran spoke the truth, his tone filled with utmost sincerity.

"That boy, the fisherman, what nonsense he spouts. He even dares to break the village rules, I must punish him!"

Upon hearing this, the village elder became extremely angry, slamming his walking stick heavily on the ground, his breathing turning much more rapid.

Seeing this, Su Ran realized he might have said the wrong thing, inadvertently ratting out Uncle, the fisherman. Now this was awkward...

With this in mind, Su Ran resolved that as soon as he completed his task, he would make a swift exit and absolutely could not let the fisherman catch him!

"Young hero, don’t just stand there, quickly bring out the pearls. While this old man still has some free time, let me exchange those points for you."

The village elder managed to calm his emotions, coughed violently a few times, and spat flew everywhere.

"Elder sir, you have worked hard."

Su Ran quickly offered up the pile of deep sea pearls, smiling broadly.

Thankfully he had given a big enough gift in advance; otherwise, this stubborn old man would have strictly enforced the village rules, setting myriad restrictions, and without a doubt would have made things difficult for him!

"Hmm? Exactly 200 points, it seems you came prepared, young hero!"

The village elder spoke with a smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes, collected the deep sea pearls, and casually drew a token from his bosom and handed it to Su Ran, "Young hero, I will not give you the points then. Here is the messenger’s token, please keep it safe."

He had secured the messenger’s token!

"Now that the young hero has received the token, if there is nothing else, this old man will return to his dwelling."

Leaning on his walking stick, the village elder was about to turn around, but Su Ran called out to stop him.

"Elder sir, please wait!"

"What is it, young hero? Do you have more points you wish to exchange?"

The village elder looked at Su Ran with a puzzled and slightly irritable gaze.

"You misunderstand, elder sir. I have two pieces of Demon Jade Coral here and wish to have you enchant my equipment with them."

Before the words had fully left his mouth, Su Ran had already taken out the Demon Jade Coral and presented it to the village elder.

"Demon Jade Coral?"

The village elder paused, his expression turning uncertain. He took the coral in one hand, sighing wistfully, "Ten years have passed, and now I see this once again."

Ah, there’s a story behind this? freeωebnovēl.c૦m

Su Ran’s heart leapt with joy; perhaps he might unlock a special quest?

"Elder sir, is there perhaps a matter you find difficult to speak of? Talking about it might make you feel better."

Su Ran spoke earnestly, the eagerness in his eyes clear to see.

"An unspeakable matter? Ha, it’s all old and forgotten stories by now."

The village elder shook his head, sighing as he gave Su Ran a stiff smile, "If the young hero really wants to know, it’s not out of the question. Bring me a hundred pieces of Demon Jade Coral, and I’ll tell you the old story!"