Information Worth 11,000 Kael

Today's third chapter.

Wang Yang threw the 1000 Kael to Argo so readily, not because he wanted to hear what Argo had to say next, but as a way to thank Argo for the Beast Trap he gave him last night. In his opinion, the Beast Trap was not only a rare Item, but also a life-saving Item at critical moments. Unfortunately, the Beast Trap was a one-time Item.

Argo, seeing Wang Yang so readily throw over 1000 Kael, was exceptionally surprised and kept staring intently at Wang Yang, making the latter very uncomfortable, and he couldn't help but avert his gaze.

How to put it, that gaze seemed to be shining with golden light.

"Mr. Xiang Kong, you seem quite wealthy?" Argo said, unceremoniously pocketing the 1000 Kael into his Item inventory, his gaze showing no signs of shifting.

"It seems... I do have a bit of money," Wang Yang pretended to glance casually at Argo, noticing the golden light in his eyes was gradually intensifying, and his mouth twitched.

Argo suddenly smiled, a very happy smile, and then said, "I've changed my mind. The next piece of Information will cost 10,000 Kael."

Wang Yang was stunned, turned his head, and said with wide eyes, "Big sister, where did your integrity go? Where did your professional ethics go?"

"Well, it varies from person to person," Argo replied casually.

"Do I look like a fat sheep to you?" Wang Yang's face was covered in black lines.

Argo tilted his head slightly, gazing at Wang Yang's face, and his smile disappeared as he said calmly, "Judging by your actions just now, I can't see any reason why you wouldn't look like a fat sheep."

"..."

"Then do I look like an idiot to you?"

"If you throw over 10,000 Kael right now, you probably will."

Wang Yang felt it was difficult to even maintain a wry smile at this moment, but he had realized something: Argo was extremely short on money right now.

"Are you very short on money? Is it related to the quest of providing a large number of secret manuals?"

Argo's eyes suddenly tightened, and he turned his head to look at the Players in the plaza, saying in a nonchalant tone, "Have you ever seen an Information broker who wasn't short on money?"

"Really? But I've never seen an Information broker who provides free and useful Information to the public either. I'll buy this Information," Wang Yang said with a light laugh, then opened his Item inventory and directly chose to materialize 10,000 Kael. A heavy money bag instantly appeared in his hand.

This time, Wang Yang didn't choose to throw it. Instead, he handed it to Argo. If he had thrown it this time, it would have looked like charity.

Argo turned his head, staring blankly at the money bag Wang Yang was handing over. He didn't take it, but instead asked, "Do you understand how much value 10,000 Kael can create right now?"

Wang Yang nodded and smiled, "Of course I do. For example, it can speed up the sale of free secret manuals, increase the chances for Players to survive and become stronger, and at the same time reduce the death rate."

Argo fell silent, still not taking the money bag, and sighed, "You are a strange person. Other Beta Test Players are desperately leveling up and getting stronger, yet you have the leisure to be here spacing out and can casually take out 10,000 Kael."

"Because I'm not a Beta Test Player..." Wang Yang said sincerely.

Who would believe that?

Argo rolled his eyes and scoffed, "I don't think a player who just started SAO would have the strength to take down the Wild Boar Leader, nor be able to produce 10,000 Kael without pressure in such a short time."

"By the way, can you take the money? It's heavy." Wang Yang sighed inwardly, thinking, If you don't believe me, there's nothing I can do.

Argo let out a soft breath and said solemnly, "Before I accept the money bag, I need to know your motive for doing this."

Wang Yang froze. Do I have to say it's my responsibility to contribute to the masses? Do I have to say I've dreamed of being a selfless hero since I was a child?

Bullshit... that would sound so noble.

Wang Yang gave a dry laugh, "Isn't this a legitimate transaction? I'll use this money to buy the Information you'll provide later."

Argo gazed deeply at Wang Yang, then shattered his excuse with a casual remark: "Don't forget, I still owe you some Information."

Sister, you're just toying with me! If that's the case, why did you ask for money in the first place!

Wang Yang smiled awkwardly, finding it difficult to respond.

"Forget it, I'll just assume I met an idiot."

Argo chuckled, scooped up the money bag with one hand, and then, at a very high speed, directly stored it in his Item Inventory, leaving Wang Yang dumbfounded.

"This is the most worthwhile transaction I've ever made." Looking at the 11,000 Kael in his Item Inventory, Argo's eyes narrowed slightly, a hint of a smile flashing in the narrow slits.

Seeing that Argo had accepted the money bag, Wang Yang couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

This counts as contributing a little to the Players in SAO, right? Guys like me who fantasize about waiting for the front-line players to fight and die, then waiting two years until the game is successfully conquered before safely logging out, should at least feel a little less guilty.

Wang Yang turned his head, his gaze falling on the plaza, a faint sadness flickering in his eyes.

"Listen carefully, Information worth 11,000 Kael." Argo didn't notice Wang Yang's subtle shift. Thinking that his stalled quest could finally be activated, his tone became a little more buoyant.

"The current SAO has undergone changes compared to the Beta Test. For example, my current quest has more than doubled in stages, and the effort required has increased by more than double. This is why I've been unable to release the strategy guide."

"Do you know what this means? It means the current SAO is not entirely the same as it was during the Beta Test. However, I believe the overall changes aren't too drastic. This is the second reason why I couldn't release the strategy guide immediately."

"Because I need to be responsible for the Information. There can't be any falsehoods in its accuracy, as it could mislead Players. Even so, I can't account for every aspect. I can only do my best to confirm the truthfulness of the Information. Therefore, until someone sends me confirmation, even if I have the ability to create a guide, I won't release it immediately."

His tone, initially buoyant, gradually became serious and earnest when discussing Information.

Wang Yang listened, watching Argo. Although a cloak obscured half of her face, it didn't detract from the unique charm she exuded at that moment.

It had nothing to do with cuteness; it was the aura of a serious and mature woman. It was incredible that such a cute-looking girl could emanate such an aura.

"That's all." Finally, Argo concluded with these words.

"So, how long will it take you to release the guide now?" Wang Yang nodded and asked.

Argo pondered for a moment, then replied, "Before, it would take at most five days. Now, with 11,000 Kael, it should be around three days."

Wang Yang smiled, suddenly stood up, patted his butt, and then said, "Don't forget to give me a copy when the time comes."

Argo remained seated, looking up at Wang Yang, and said irritably, "You can pick it up at the item shop yourself when the time comes."

"So heartless..." Wang Yang's smile showed signs of freezing.

"Are you going to level up now?" Argo suddenly asked.

Upon hearing this, the slightly frozen smile on Wang Yang's face vanished completely. "Level up... maybe. Goodbye."

Not wanting Argo to notice anything unusual about him, Wang Yang waved his hand and strode towards the small alley on the stairs.

Watching Wang Yang's retreating back, Argo frowned.

"Strange person. Although I don't know why the Sword and Fire Squad spread the news that you're a Hunter, I believe you're definitely not a Hunter."

This was the second time Wang Yang had been considered a strange person by a girl in the game.

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