Treasure Hunt

Inside the deep, dark cave.

Ian took a few steps forward, looked around at the scene, had an idea in mind, and then excitedly told everyone.

"Is there anything anyone wants? I've got a great idea that can help us train and also add some fun for everyone!"

Hearing Ian's words, Biscuit and the others surrounded him curiously, asking in confusion.

What idea is that?

Ian grinned at this.

"That's mining!"

"Of course... it's not just about pure mining!"

He raised his hand and stroked his chin, revealing a mysterious smile.

"If I had to put it another way, it's more like a Treasure Hunt within this massive natural mineral vein. Anyone interested?"

"Treasure hunt!?"

Upon hearing Ian's words, both Uvogin and Biscuit's eyes widened immediately.

"Of course I'm interested! What are we waiting for, Ian! I can't wait for the treasure!"

Uvogin clenched his fists, an excited expression on his face.

"If there really is a treasure to be won, I think this kind of competitive training method might not be a bad idea..."

Nobunaga crossed his arms, placed his Tachi in front of his chest, and nodded after careful consideration.

"Treasure hunting? Hmph... It sounds a bit childish, but competition among us would be nice."

Feitan narrowed his eyes, glanced at Uvogin and Nobunaga beside him, and smiled slightly.

Chrollo remained calm, showing interest, but offered no comment.

As for Franklin...

"Hey, where did Franklin go?"

Ian looked around.

Despite being tall and very strong, Franklin was not very noticeable because he rarely spoke.

At this moment.

Located in the Sharku Manor.

Franklin watched Ian and the others disappear through the [Anywhere Door]. Although he really wanted to follow, he hesitated because everyone had already received Cookie-chan's special recovery method and their bodies had returned to normal. Next, they would inevitably have to undergo another round of training.

He then went to explain the situation to the butler and instructed the kitchen to prepare a large amount of food and send it over.

Soon.

Ian and his companions brought Biscuit back from the Gandor Ruins.

Upon seeing Franklin, Ian quickly greeted him with a smile.

"Franklin, why didn't you come with us? I just thought of a fun Treasure Hunt, everyone should participate!"

Franklin listened with a simple, honest smile as Ian repeated his thoughts.

"Treasure is... something you like?"

Franklin repeated it, his eyes lighting up.

He never doubted Ian's words, and everything Ian said eventually came true. Franklin was now looking forward to the Treasure Hunt.

Of course, Ian wouldn't keep such an interesting idea to himself.

Sharing happiness is worse than enjoying it alone.

For him and Uvogin, this was a way to combine treasure hunting with cultivation.

But.

For others, this will definitely be a wonderful memory to cherish for a lifetime!

Soon, inside the Sharku Manor.

Ian then gathered everyone together.

After a brief explanation of the game, everyone's eyes widened, and they began to wonder what they actually needed.

People including Milluki Illumi Tsubone also got involved.

Even... Mina and Jorar.

Since they were just idling around in the manor anyway, Mina, needless to say, ran over as soon as she heard there was something fun to do. Jorar, as an elder, had initially been reserved, saying he would just play his violin in the manor.

But Ian still called on them.

In any case, Xia is now working under Ian, using her intellect to contribute to the entire Ejin City.

Moreover, their organization has been using the Xierku Family's treasury until now.

Therefore, it would be unreasonable not to look out for them.

Certainly...

Currently Yuliya and Vollar are excluded, as they have not yet passed the trust period.

Of course, they can participate this time, but there will be no reward; they can just assist and help others from the sidelines.

At the same time.

It is located in a municipal office in Ejin City.

Xia was engrossed in studying a map, pondering how to design a road leading to a neighboring city that would avoid the surrounding yellow sand and go directly to the city.

Ejin City.

Located on the edge of the continent, it has a port, and its landmass is connected to the desert.

Deep in the desert lies Meteor City, which connects three cities, with Meteor City Ejin City being just one of them.

This road is quite important, mainly because there are sand bandits in the surrounding area. Ejin City is currently very safe, thanks to the "Justice Rope".

But there's none in the surrounding area.

"The sand bandits are quite troublesome. It seems we'll have to trouble Ian to send someone to help again; otherwise, the cost of building this road would be far too high."

After thinking for a long time, Xia scratched her head vigorously, then gave up thinking altogether. Her eyes lit up, and she decided to ask Ian for help.

At the table to the side.

"Rabid Dog" Walker stayed by Xia's side throughout, protecting her safety.

Although... it's almost impossible for anything to happen in Ejin City.

Looking at Xia's disheveled hair but exceptionally bright eyes, Walker's expression was complex, filled with disappointment and frustration.

Those guys...

He spends all his time enjoying himself in the background, while making Xia do all the hard work, and Xia herself is completely absorbed in it.

Sigh.

Speechless.

Walker wouldn't fall for those guys' tricks...

"Walker, I've been thinking. Having Lord Ian send people to deal with those sand bandits shows we haven't been doing enough. You've been free lately, and I don't need anyone to protect me for the time being. Why don't you go and clear them out first?"

Walker: "..."

Looking into Xia's bright eyes, Walker felt a surge of rage rising in his chest.

Such a long route, with endless yellow sand all around!

Xia, you didn't let those idle guys handle it, but instead made me do it. You really think highly of me...

Walker looked grief-stricken.

At this moment.

Inside the Sharku Manor.

Everyone had arrived, carrying bags and packages containing their treasured possessions.

Ian glanced at everyone present, a smile playing on his lips.

"Set off!"

Then.

Opening the [Anywhere Door], the group followed Ian's footsteps and entered the Gandor Ruins.

This was the first time Jorar, Mina, and the others had ever traveled through the Anywhere Door, and Yuliya and Vollar, among others, found it all very novel.

Yuliya remained silent.

Although she chose a "humiliating" surrender, it was for the sake of her swordsmanship.

For her, nothing else matters except swordsmanship.

But after witnessing Ian's yet another amazing ability, she couldn't help but sigh, realizing that he was indeed not a Nen user who could be measured by common Nen user.

But Vollar's aged eyes were exceptionally bright!

After shedding the cloak that once shrouded him and following Ian, he seemed to have found the ultimate meaning of life at this age.

He looked up, surveying his surroundings, and felt immense awe for Ian.

Hearing what Ian had said earlier.

He knew that this was the Gandor Ruins outside Gugurian, the same place they had once visited.

In the blink of an eye, a thousand miles can be traversed.

Is this kind of miracle Nen user could achieve?

If this isn't God, then what is?!

Thinking of this, he secretly looked at Ian and felt an even greater sense of piety in his eyes.

Mina and Jorar were just two ordinary people who had never seen anything like this before. They were simply surprised as they looked around at the scene in the dark cave.

As the heir to the Sharku Clan, Jorar spent his entire life interacting with the upper class of Ejin City.

He had never set foot in a place like this before.

All of this seemed completely new to him, a middle-aged man.

As for Tsubone and Milluki behind them, they Illumi also secretly observing their surroundings.

They were somewhat alarmed, mainly by the traces of civilization around them, and the towering, dark, angular stone pillars that stood all around, the specific function of which they did not know.

But the obvious signs of human intervention, coupled with the events Ian had been handling while away from home, led them to speculate further.

Ian didn't think that much about it.

He went straight up, pulled out a pickaxe, and started digging a hole!

"Bang!"

The pickaxe struck the ground and rocks, and the earth seemed to shake; the commotion was immense!

[Power Pickaxe]

When the user holds this pickaxe, it increases their strength by 100 times!

Not only can they dig the ground, but if they feel like it, they can also dig up people – that's quite an ability!