Chapter 442 - 312: Four-Way Melee (13)
Chapter 442: Chapter 312: Four-Way Melee (13)
Zhao Chi suddenly remembered that the Carefree Spring was the Rejuvenation Spring.
It was just that because its Effect was so powerful, the system had given it a new name.
It was the same principle as how the regular "Super-Improved Silk Stockings" became "Ultra-Thin and Super Smooth Silk Stockings" when Zhao Chi made them.
’I wonder why Su Qin is asking about this?’
’Does she want to come use the hot spring?’
Zhao Chi didn’t mind her visiting his territory, nor did he mind her using the hot spring.
But the Carefree Spring was currently in Penglai Village, and there was no way Zhao Chi could take her there.
’I should probably ask her what she means first.’
Zhao Chi: "Yeah, I have one. How did you know?"
Su Qin: "Hehe, I asked Zhao Jiao before. She said you traded Learning Points for a Rejuvenation Spring Blueprint and an Improvement Book. That’s not a secret, is it? You don’t mind me asking about you, do you?"
Zhao Chi: "I don’t mind. It’s not a secret; a lot of people know. Why do you ask? Do you want to come over and use the hot spring?"
Su Qin: "Ah? Really? C-Can I? Is that an invitation?"
Her voice sounded completely caught off guard.
’It seems that wasn’t her original intention.’
’But from the sound of it, she seems willing to come.’
’But I can’t actually let her come. If I had known, I wouldn’t have asked.’
Zhao Chi: "Er... no, that’s not it. Why did you ask about it?"
Su Qin: "Oh, well, never mind then. I was just talking to a classmate from Nanlin Village, asking about how things were over there. I won’t get into the details, but I heard her say someone in their village’s group chat is selling a ’Rejuvenation Spring Super-Improved Book’. I immediately thought of you, so I hurried over to ask if you need it."
’A Super-Improved Book for the Rejuvenation Spring!?’
The moment he heard the name, Zhao Chi knew he had to have it.
Zhao Chi quickly replied, "Yes, I want it! How much is it? I’ll buy it!"
Su Qin: "Hehe, I knew you’d need it. I haven’t asked for the price yet. I’ll go ask right now."
Zhao Chi: "Okay, I’ll take it no matter the price. Secure it for me."
Su Qin: "No way! I’ll help you haggle!"
Zhao Chi: "It’s fine, I can accept a slightly higher price."
Su Qin: "Don’t be so on edge. This Super-Improved Book might be uncommon, but it’s not that rare of an item. No one’s going to fight you for it. I’m not going to waste any more time talking; I’m going to ask for you right now."
Zhao Chi was about to urge her again, but when he heard what she said, he quickly shut his mouth so as not to waste her time.
A few minutes passed, but Su Qin hadn’t replied.
Zhao Chi grew a little anxious, terrified that someone else would buy it.
After another few minutes, Su Qin finally replied.
But her voice sounded a little sheepish.
Zhao Chi’s heart couldn’t help but sink.
’Is it bad news?’
Su Qin:
"Zhao Chi, I double-checked. The seller has two Blueprints: a ’Rejuvenation Spring Super-Improved Book’ and a ’Rejuvenation Spring Expansion Book’."
"But they won’t sell them separately; they have to be sold together. And they’re asking for a very high price—300 Gold Coins total, and it’s non-negotiable..."
"It’s my fault for not asking clearly just now. I got your hopes up for nothing."
"I was also afraid someone else would buy it, so I contacted you immediately after hearing about it."
"I didn’t expect this kind of situation."
"I’m so sorry..."
’Huh?’
’There’s an Expansion Book, too?’
’Isn’t this a double blessing?’
’What’s Su Qin feeling so guilty about?’
She probably thought it was too expensive and that Zhao Chi couldn’t afford it.
After all, it was a full 300 Gold Coins.
However, the price really wasn’t cheap.
The Rejuvenation Spring was a Building with a decent Bonus, so Building-related Blueprints were indeed much more expensive than fashion Blueprints.
After all, after Learning a fashion Blueprint, one still needed to spend a lot of resources to craft the item.
This was especially true for Super-Improved Fashion, which required a highly skilled Craftsman to produce.
Once made, it would wear out with daily use.
It was something that required continuous investment.
Furthermore, the Bonus from Ordinary fashion was very standard. Without Zhao Chi’s data conversion, the Attributes could never be that explosive.
Therefore, fashion Blueprints weren’t too expensive.
But building a Building was different.
Once a Building was constructed, its Effect was permanent.
You could say it was a one-and-done investment.
During construction, you didn’t necessarily need a High Level Construction Worker; you could even use a Speed Building Talisman to finish it instantly.
Fashion Blueprints were like renting a house; although the payments were small, you had to keep paying.
Building Blueprints were like buying a house; you paid a large sum upfront, and then you were done.
Normally, these two Blueprints would be worth around 200 Gold Coins.
But that’s just how some things were. The suggested price might be 200 Gold Coins, but the seller insisted on selling it for 300 Gold Coins.
Take it or leave it.
Zhao Chi currently had nearly 800 Gold Coins. He had originally planned to save up for a Racial Bloodline.
’Well, I’ll put that on hold. I’m buying this!’
Zhao Chi: "It’s okay, Su Qin. I’ll take it for 300 Gold Coins. Is it convenient for me to come over now?"
Su Qin: "(whispering: Holy crap) Zhao Chi, are you sure? It’s 300 Gold Coins, you know."
Zhao Chi: "I’m sure. Grant me access, and I’ll head over to give you the money."
Su Qin: "You’re really something else... Okay, I’ve granted you access. You can come over. But 300 Gold Coins is really too expensive. It’s not really worth it."
It might not be worth it to others, but for Zhao Chi, it was absolutely worth it.
As long as he could transfer the data, its value would rise dramatically.
But he definitely couldn’t tell Su Qin about something like that.
Zhao Chi said a quick word to Gu Qing and then teleported to Su Qin’s territory.
Su Qin was already waiting for him.
She had her hair in a small ponytail and hurried over as soon as she saw Zhao Chi.
She said with a beaming smile, "You’re here."
But she immediately frowned, looking a bit indignant. "300 Gold Coins is too expensive; it’s not worth it at all. I don’t know what that person is thinking. Why don’t we just ignore them for a couple of days? I’m sure no one will buy it. They’ll lower the price when they see there are no buyers."
Zhao Chi smiled. "It’s fine. I can accept the price. I’ll give you the money, and you can help me buy them."
With that said, Zhao Chi initiated a Trade.
He placed 300 Gold Coins in the trade window.
After a moment’s thought, he also added a Shirt, a pair of High Heels, and a pair of Silk Stockings.
Su Qin asked curiously, "Huh? Why is there some fashion in there too? Did you put them in by mistake?"
"No, these three fashion items are a gift for you."
"A gift for me? Why are you giving me another set?" Su Qin was pleasantly surprised. "These must be worth a lot, right? I can’t accept them; they’re too valuable."
"It’s fine. Thank you for the information. If you hear any more news like this in the future, please let me know."
Zhao Chi directly clicked to confirm the Trade.