You're tricking the undead too?

Chapter 22: You're Tricking Undead Too?

Although Amber Xiu didn't buy them drinks, he tossed a few Gold Coins to the Dwarf singer.

This was a huge tip, and Amber Xiu instantly became the Dwarf singer's top patron in recent years.

The little old man's face lit up with joy, and he said respectfully, "Wow, generous Undead sir, allow me to sing you a lamenting aria."

Amber Xiu replied, "No need. This tip is for you to shut up."

At this moment, the patrons who had been cursing earlier erupted in cheers.

The Dwarf singer glared at Amber Xiu in anger. This was a blatant insult. He should have thrown the Gold Coins back in his face and cursed him loudly, but... he gave too much.

Amber Xiu felt a surge of satisfaction. Not spending money is like not having money. The feeling of being a big spender by using other people's money was too great.

Of course, Amber Xiu didn't forget the main business. He took out another Gold Coin and gave it to the Orc bartender.

"I need a sewer guide. A top-tier one, and preferably fast."

Alchemy City dumped its discarded Magic Potion materials directly into the sewers. The longer it sat, the more mutated monsters would appear. As the monster population grew, powerful individuals would continuously emerge.

If left unchecked, it was possible for monsters to reach the Legendary stage within, which would cause huge trouble.

Furthermore, the Lyne Empire's Paladin suddenly showing up here, even if he claimed it was for training, Amber Xiu felt there was more to it. Something big was brewing in the sewers, and if he didn't hurry, it would affect his experimental progress.

The power of money was immense. After Amber Xiu threw this Gold Coin, just as dawn was breaking, three guides with distinct appearances appeared before him.

Standing before Amber Xiu were two men and one woman. The two male adventurers' attire clearly indicated their professions.

"Let me see, a Thief, a Ranger, and... little girl, are you a Druid?" Amber Xiu asked curiously.

Both Thief and Ranger were suitable guides, but what was a Druid doing here?

Although Alchemy City welcomed people of all races, Druids were an exception.

Druids revered nature, believing that all things in the world had their own operating laws and should not be interfered with too much, maintaining a balance.

As for Alchemy City, judging by twisted creations like Mercury Slimes, those madmen would do anything.

These were two completely opposing beliefs. It wouldn't be strange to call Druids mortal enemies of Alchemy City, but the number of Druids was small, and they were scattered across the Continent, not forming a powerful alliance, so they hadn't had major conflicts with Alchemy City.

However, Druids generally avoided entering the vicinity of Alchemy City, even keeping their distance from its affiliated city-states. They were also very resistant to people from Alchemy City interacting with them. This resistance was akin to a child saying, "I won't play with you." Alchemy City had never issued an order prohibiting Druids from entering.

Regardless, seeing a Druid in Alchemy City was quite rare.

"That's right, I'm a Druid. Don't you need a guide? I've been into this city's sewers before. I know where the most Slimes are."

This young human girl looked to be in her early twenties, with an agile body that perfectly matched the natural and wild style of a Druid.

"Don't rush. Everything has its order. I'll talk to these two first."

The Thief was ruthless, asking for a flat rate of three hundred Gold Coins. He would only lead them to two Slime gathering spots and didn't guarantee if there were actually any Slimes there.

"The sewers change daily. While I'm sure there used to be Slimes in those two spots, I can't say for sure now. It's three hundred Gold Coins, no bargaining. I won't participate in combat; if there's danger, I'll run for my own safety."

What a straightforward and profitable agreement to scam someone.

Just not guaranteeing the discovery of Slimes was already a rip-off. He could have pointed to any random spot, claimed Slimes had appeared there, and then taken the money and left.

This kind of contract was clearly meant to trick newbies. Amber Xiu couldn't even be bothered to haggle with him. This guy was probably just a con artist.

The second candidate, a half-elf Ranger, seemed much more upright, asking for five hundred Gold Coins.

"For five hundred Gold Coins, I can promise to help you find at least a hundred Slimes. Of course, I can only guarantee you encounter them; the capture work is up to you. If we encounter danger, I can summon my beast companions to help cover our retreat, but I will assess the situation and choose to withdraw, prioritizing my own safety."

The conditions were reasonable, but the price was too high.

Just for a guide, this price was outrageous. Amber Xiu's target price was two hundred Gold Coins; the difference was simply too vast.

Amber Xiu tried to haggle with the Ranger, but this half-elf, perhaps due to some Dwarf bloodline, was stubborn as a mule. After much negotiation, he wouldn't budge on the price by even one Gold Coin.

"Sir, shouldn't you hear my price now?" the young Druid girl said anxiously.

"You're still here?" Amber Xiu asked in surprise. "You heard me earlier, right? I'm an Undead. You, a Druid, still want to cooperate with an Undead?"

The Druid girl crossed her arms and said with an air of justification, "Why not? Isn't this the open and inclusive Alchemy City? When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Druids and Undead can also cooperate amicably."

Amber Xiu didn't believe it at all.

Undead creatures were a race that completely reversed the laws of life and death, which was in direct conflict with Druidic teachings. Amber Xiu had been upfront about his Undead identity with the other two earlier, so they wouldn't use "deception" as an excuse to scam him.

He had expected the young Druid girl to turn and leave immediately. Who would have thought she would still try to recommend herself? Wasn't this clearly indicating she had ulterior motives?

Amber Xiu could tell this Druid had a secret, but the last thing he wanted was secrets. The more trouble he got into, the more it would delay things.

Reason told Amber Xiu that he should directly refuse the young Druid girl, yet this girl, as if she had foreseen it, said something he absolutely couldn't refuse.

"I don't need money!"

A resounding declaration, every note of which shook Amber Xiu's soul.

"What did you say?" Amber Xiu asked incredulously.

The young Druid girl directly pushed aside the other two competitors, placed her hands on the table, and said in a very assertive tone, "I said, I don't need money. I guarantee I'll help you find a large number of Slimes, and I won't run away. If we encounter danger, I'll cover your retreat and ensure your safety."

Amber Xiu looked at the young Druid girl and thought, This time I've really met someone trying to fool a ghost by burning paper in front of a grave.

Not charging for guidance and offering to cover his retreat in danger—anyone with an IQ higher than a Slime wouldn't believe it.

You're tricking Undead too? This is too ridiculous.