Sister and Mom

Su Ze wasn't the only one staring at the Immortal Salamander; six Hunter-level Evolvers in the Cocoon Breaking Stage were too.

Although Aunt Yun was the one who killed the Immortal Salamander, the six of them had previously used up its life-saving skills.

Of course, even with its life-saving skills, the Immortal Salamander wouldn't have escaped Aunt Yun's grasp.

But ultimately, these six had put in a lot of effort in this battle. If they hadn't exhausted the Immortal Salamander's life-saving skills and made it hesitate, the entire team might not have survived those last few minutes.

All six felt they deserved a share of the Immortal Salamander, but they didn't dare say it outright. They could only wait and see how Aunt Yun would distribute the spoils.

Under Aunt Yun's direction, the distribution of Tier 1 Exotic Beasts began.

Out of 56 Tier 1 Exotic Beast corpses, 4 were clearly killed by individuals. The remaining 52 were distributed collectively.

Su Ze and Liu Wenyin, using the Head of the Wailing Ones, assisted in killing 35 Tier 1 Exotic Beasts. They were considered the primary contributors to these beasts' deaths and thus received half of the spoils.

No one else voiced any objections, or if they did, they didn't dare to say it aloud.

The remaining Tier 1 Exotic Beasts were divided equally among everyone. Aunt Yun even set aside shares for the three hunters who had died in battle. Afterward, the Black and White Bar would transfer Lin Coins equivalent to the spoils to their families, along with an additional death benefit.

The Tier 2 D-grade Iron Claw Crab was to be divided equally among the six Hunter-level Evolvers in the Cocoon Breaking Stage and Liu Wenyin, with each person receiving approximately 700,000 to 800,000.

Next, the main event arrived, and all eyes turned to the charred corpse of the Immortal Salamander.

"Other than its extract, the Immortal Salamander doesn't have many valuable materials. A regular Tier 2 S-grade extract has a recovery price of around 100 million from Evolution Technology. The Immortal Salamander extract is quite rare, so it might fetch a premium, perhaps 120 million."

Aunt Yun first gave a rough estimate, and the six Hunter-level Evolvers in the Cocoon Breaking Stage nodded in agreement.

"You six put in a lot of effort earlier. Take 8 million each, and I'll keep the extract. How about that?"

"Thank you!" The six nodded repeatedly, completely satisfied.

Even if Aunt Yun had given them nothing, they wouldn't have dared to complain.

Thus, the spoils distribution plan was unanimously agreed upon.

Next was the cleanup. Everyone busied themselves with portable extractors, preparing extracts and salvaging useful materials from the exotic beast corpses.

Su Ze also watched eagerly as Aunt Yun used an extractor to obtain a tube of orange extract from the Immortal Salamander's corpse.

After all the extracts and materials to be distributed were gathered, they were valued and then handed out to each person.

In the end, everyone would receive at least 600,000 to 700,000 worth of spoils, far exceeding their commission.

Some chose to take the extracts and materials directly, planning to sell them themselves later. With a bit more time and effort, they could find buyers and sell them for slightly higher than the estimated value.

Others opted for immediate transactions, selling their spoils on the spot for cash in their bank accounts, thus avoiding any unwanted attention.

Su Ze naturally chose the latter.

Among the Pupal Stage Evolvers, Su Ze and Liu Wenyin received the most generous spoils. Su Ze's share was valued at over 4 million, while Liu Wenyin's was around 5 million.

However, this amount was like a drop in the bucket for Su Ze, meaning nothing to him.

He was only interested in the Immortal Salamander extract.

Just then, Su Ze's phone chimed, indicating a transfer of 5 million.

He looked up and saw Liu Wenyin walking over, smiling. "The Head of the Wailing Ones was originally yours. The spoils I obtained with it rightfully belong to you."

"We're family, no need to be so formal!" Su Ze made a move to return the money to her. "I only provided the tool; you're the one who did the work."

"Stop joking around." Liu Wenyin gave him a charmingly flirtatious look. "I don't know where you learned such thick skin at such a young age."

As she spoke, she glanced around, ensuring no one was paying attention, and then slipped the Head of the Wailing Ones into Su Ze's hand.

Su Ze subtly put the Head of the Wailing Ones away and asked, "Sister, could you ask Aunt Yun how much she plans to sell the Immortal Salamander extract for? I want to buy it."

"Oh? You're not calling me 'Mom' anymore?"

Su Ze turned his head and saw that Aunt Yun had appeared behind him at some point.

"If you like it, I'll call you that every day." Su Ze's expression was serious, his tone sincere, but his eyes were fixed on the Immortal Salamander extract in Aunt Yun's hand.

"Forget it. With your silver tongue, who knows how many 'moms' you'll claim in the future. I don't want to fight over a son with a bunch of your 'cheap moms'."

Aunt Yun stopped teasing him and handed him the Immortal Salamander extract. "Here, take it."

"How much is it? I'll transfer it to you."

"We're family, no need to be so formal!" Liu Wenyin chimed in with a laugh.

"We owe you a lot for holding out against the beast horde. Consider this extract a thank-you gift," Aunt Yun added.

"Oh, I couldn't possibly..."

Despite his protests, Su Ze's actions were honest as he clutched the Immortal Salamander extract tightly in his hands.

"Alright, take it. Don't worry about the money; your Aunt Yun isn't lacking a few pennies."

Liu Wenyin also persuaded him, "Money doesn't mean much to us. Most of our expenses are usually reimbursed through public funds."

With that said, Su Ze could only "reluctantly" accept the Immortal Salamander extract.

He couldn't help but marvel at his own fortunate destiny. Ever since he transmigrated, he hadn't worried about money at all.

First, his "former dad" had given him 200 million, and now, meeting Liu Wenyin and Aunt Yun, an extract worth over 100 million was given to him just like that.

Even though his dad was gone, it didn't matter. He had a "sister" and a "mom" now!

They filled the void in my heart... and my emotions.

Aunt Yun and Liu Wenyin gifting the Immortal Salamander extract to Su Ze was seen by many. Su Ze immediately felt numerous gazes fall upon him—envy, jealousy, greed...

"There's still some time before dawn," Aunt Yun said. "Take this chance to absorb the extract. I'll stand guard for you."

Su Ze nodded. This was perfect. With Aunt Yun protecting him, he didn't need to worry about safety. Plus, once he absorbed the Immortal Salamander extract, anyone with ill intentions would lose their chance.

Su Ze, in front of everyone, tilted his head back and poured the Immortal Salamander extract into his mouth.

"This tastes absolutely awful!"

The Immortal Salamander extract was like a vial of poison, tasting like pesticide and burning his throat.

Su Ze swallowed it all in one gulp. A fiery, burning sensation traveled from his throat down his esophagus and into his stomach.

He immediately sat down on the ground, preparing to undergo the extract's baptism and transformation.

Given Su Ze's solid foundation, absorbing this S-grade extract was a guaranteed success.

He just didn't know if he'd be able to choose his skills again this time.