Chapter 217 - How Much
This time, the mission team provided very little information.
Even the destination was only marked as a certain mineral vein deep in the wilderness, kept secretive, clearly indicating some special hidden circumstances… For others, they might dig deeper, but for Gu Luoyu, with her absolute strength, she had no fear.
Or rather, if it were truly a dangerous place, it would be even more convenient for her to grow stronger.
After all, in the past when she worked for the base, Gu Luoyu enjoyed fighting and killing, teetering between life and death, savoring the ultimate thrill.
It was only after getting injured and meeting Ye Sheng that she toned down her nature, no longer engaging in dangerous activities that invited trouble.
Those troubles that came knocking on their own didn't count…
Now, with Ye Sheng's strength improving also, they can take a bit more risk. Plus, since Ye Sheng didn't stop her and even supported her, Gu Luoyu felt a stirring in her heart.
However, upon reaching the destination and seeing the green water flowing, Gu Luoyu was disappointed.
She thought there would be something extraordinary.
Turns out, the mineral source was near a lake.
As everyone knows, in the wilderness, any place related to water holds considerable danger, let alone a mineral source close to a lake, requiring the guards to be extra vigilant.
To prevent attacks from aquatic creatures.
Therefore, constant supervision was needed, leaving little time for rest… This was probably why the base officials didn't explain it upfront, fearing someone might bail out.
Ye Sheng, however, was very curious about this lake.
She hadn't seen many rivers in the wilderness, and the last time, due to attacks from polluted creatures in the water, she didn't have time to play by the water. Now, she finally had the chance.
This time, the mining period was long, so she had plenty of time to play by the water.
Noticing Ye Sheng's thoughts, Gu Luoyu directly grabbed her by the back of her collar, pulled her close, and then pinched Ye Sheng's soft cheeks, issuing a warning: “Xiao Sheng, the water's edge is dangerous. Don't go adventuring alone.”
“Ahhh, Gu Luoyu, stop pinching my cheeks!”
Lately, it seemed like Gu Luoyu had flipped some switches, always pinching her cheeks like kneading dough, which angered Ye Sheng. So, every time they were intimate, she would pinch back.
A strong person never admits defeat!
Although, eventually, the pinching move downwards, choosing even softer spots.
Feels amazing~
Especially when dealing with the team's strongest esper, Ye Sheng felt the thrill of pulling a tiger's whiskers. She was just that strong!
Seeing Ye Sheng puff up like a cat, Gu Luoyu quickly leaned over to kiss her lips, instantly calming her down.
Ye Sheng quickly changed from being feisty to obedient, using her eyes to ask for more kisses and cuddles~
This made Gu Luoyu narrow her red eyes and smile, finding Ye Sheng absolutely adorable.
While the two were engaged in their intimacy, the convoy had already started assigning tasks. After the accompanying espers confirmed the area was safe, the guards took their positions to ensure security.
Then, after determining the mining spots, hundreds of miners quickly went to their respective work areas, starting the clanging of mining.
The mining picks dig deep, soon unearthing something.
A dark green ore.
Even without polishing, it shimmered in the sunlight.
In the midst of the hazy green light, black ink-like spots floated up and down, creating a very peculiar phenomenon, making people curious to smash the ore and see what was inside.
This green ore was called Ironpine Inkstone.
Its function was unknown.
Only that it was rarer than Star Iron Ore, and digging up a piece could earn a lot of points… Not all the miners who came with the team were on a buyout system; some had commissions.
For example, digging up a larger piece of Ironpine Inkstone could earn a considerable commission.
This also motivates the miners to dig harder.
Ye Sheng leaned on the car door, watching the bustling mining scene ahead. She then looked at Ye Heiya standing behind the car. Now, this duck not only had a massive size but also a very hard beak and claws.
Mining ore should be doable for it.
Thinking this, Ye Sheng decided to give it a try. She waved at Ye Heiya, and when it waddled over, she grabbed the black feathers on its chest, smiling and saying, “Ye Heiya, raising a duck for a thousand days, using it for one. See those green stones being dug over there? Help me dig some up.”
“Gugu.”
Now, Ye Heiya was very smart and naturally understood Ye Sheng's words. It didn't refuse but excitedly flapped its wings and ran towards the miners.
Its waddling gait makes it look like a silly duck.
People were startled by the sudden appearance of Ye Heiya, but upon realizing it was Boss Gu's pet, they immediately relaxed… This large contaminated creature was quite friendly to them and wouldn't attack suddenly.
Thus, the guards and miners ensure safety and simply ignore it, letting Ye Heiya dig away.
Once it dug up a fist-sized Ironpine Inkstone, it quickly turned and ran back to Ye Sheng's vehicle.
Ye Sheng then carefully examined the ore in her hand, finding nothing particularly strange, just a bit prettier than ordinary stones.
Not as special as Star Iron Ore!
Thinking this, Ye Sheng activated the item recycling in her lottery space, and the ore in her hand disappeared in the next second.
[This recycling earned 35, 000 points]
Just 35…
Wait!
How much???
When Ye Sheng realized, she broadened her eyes in surprise. She hadn't expected this Ironpine Inkstone to be so valuable; a fist-sized stone could exchange for 35, 000 lottery points.
It's even more valuable than Energy Stones!
After all, Energy Stones have grades and are hard to find, unlike the Ironpine Inkstone vein before her, practically a treasure trove waiting to be plundered.
This is amazing!
Instantly, Ye Sheng's eyes sparkled as she looked towards the miners' direction… Now, she had no desire to play by the water, her mind filled with thoughts of mining ore for recycling.
Beside her, Gu Luoyu saw Ye Sheng's expression and raised an eyebrow, guessing what this little cutie was thinking.
However, for Gu Luoyu, there was no need to do it yourself.
Thus, when Ye Sheng eagerly wanted to get out of the car, Gu Luoyu stopped her. As Ye Sheng looked up in confusion, her expression was full of 'don't stop me from making money' resentment.
This made Gu Luoyu chuckle, and she quickly explained, “No need for such trouble. When we return, the convoy will hand over a portion as a protection fee.”