Caroline wasn't trying to scare Lu Qingge. Everything she said was the truth.
And that LV8 brother whose whereabouts were unknown... Not only did he not return to hand in the mission, but after that…
He didn't even appear in the office hall ever again.
As for where he went…
Caroline didn't know, nor did she dare to know…
Therefore, regardless of whether it was the person serving or the person being served or whether they were just ordinary friends, Caroline felt that she had to remind Lu Qingge.
"It's alright. Don't worry, I know what to do."
Lu Qingge still smiled faintly.
Caroline sighed.
".. Alright then."
Since Lu Qingge was so insistent, then she really couldn't say anything else.
"However…" Caroline explained, "This bounty mission is quite dangerous. I can't approve it alone with my authority. You'll have to wait for the advanced authorization."
"Alright," Lu Qingge nodded.
A few minutes later.
Clack...
Clack...
Following that, the crisp sound of high heels was heard.
It was a woman in a black suit and black-rimmed glasses.
She walked quickly and steadily towards Lu Qingge's work station.
"Hello, Mr. Lu."
"I'm the manager. I'm glad to be of service to you."
The other party said calmly, her every move showing that she was skilled and capable.
Behind her, there were also two people holding small notebooks and recording pens.
A timid young face.
According to his previous life's experience, Lu Qingge could basically tell at first glance that this was a meticulous veteran of the workplace.
The two behind her should be the new employees or interns following behind the female manager.
Betty walked forward and sat down opposite Lu Qingge.
With a pair of cold eyes, she looked at Lu Qingge through the thin lenses.
"I just heard that you want to accept the X-6 bounty mission. Before that, I have something very important to tell you. Please listen carefully."
Betty didn't say anything unnecessary and went straight to the point.
"First of all, before accepting this bounty mission, you need to sign a 'Declaration of Understanding'."
"For newbie players, the X-6 mission is very difficult. The risk and mortality rate are extremely high."
"If you insist on carrying out the mission, please bear all the consequences."
"Alright." Lu Qingge nodded.
"..."
Betty was a little choked, and she could not help but frown slightly.
Did this kid agree so easily?
She originally thought that… after listening to her serious tone, even if he didn't show any signs of fear or dread, no matter what, the other party should at least feel some hesitation.
However, Lu Qingge only casually glanced at the contents of the declaration and replied casually.
"Heh. As expected, young people are full of vigor. When you do things, do you not think about the consequences at all?"
Betty looked at Lu Qingge's face that was filled with protein and felt both amused and regretful.
One had to know that [Shadow Den] was not a dungeon.
One couldn't simply try and challenge it endlessly.
Once a player died there, they would be teleported to the Purgatory of the Underworld.
That place was the kingdom of the dead.
Once they fell, they would not only face the punishment of being demoted.
They would also suffer torture that was even more terrifying than death.
If it was in the past, seeing such a young and energetic boy like Lu Qingge, Betty would definitely pour cold water on them. But over the years, she had seen too many ignorant adventurers.
Sometimes, if you spoke nicely to them, it would cause the other party to be dissatisfied.
It was a completely thankless act.
Therefore, the current Betty would only follow the rules and calmly explain the consequences and pros and cons.
As for the follow-up…
She would leave them to fend for themselves.
"Is it enough to sign it like this?"
Lu Qingge pushed the information she had written back.
Betty took a look and nodded.
"That's enough. Please wait a moment, we will now give you the authorization."
The authorization process wasn't complicated, and it only took about two to three minutes.
"It's already been dealt with."
"Good luck," Betty said with a professional smile.
Caroline said with a worried tone, "You... Be careful!"
"Got it. It's okay. Thank you for your hard work."
Lu Qingge smiled and left.
When he was gone, the smile on Betty's face gradually disappeared.
"Caroline. It's not that I want to criticize you. You've been working here for more than two years, right? Why can't you even handle this kind of thing? Be more alert in the future. Don't waste so much time talking to such a stubborn customer."
"Just do what needs to be done and let them leave quickly. They can't contribute to the KPIs anyway. It's a waste of time," Betty lowered her voice and said lightly.
"Alright, Manager Betty. I understand."
She was like a child who had done something wrong.
Caroline said apologetically.
Of course, she knew what Betty meant.
Unable to contribute to the KP...
In other words, this mission was impossible to complete.
Forget about completing it, As long as nothing happened to Lu Qingge, it was already a matter of good fortune.
"That rascal..."
"Is it really okay…"
Caroline was still worried.
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[ Bounty Mission: X-6
[ Mission Requirements: Collect Hard Bone Wings x50
[ Remark: Hard Bone Wings can be collected from the monsters in the Shadow Den.]
Mission Time Limit: Unlimited.]
..
After taking a quick glance at the mission requirements, Lu Qingge left the Hero Association.
"It's alright."
"There is no time requirement for this mission."
"So, there's no need to rush. I can take it slow."
Even though he thought so in his heart, Lu Qingge's footsteps weren't slow at all.
Without stopping, he quickly walked towards Gran Forest.
Early in the morning, the scene at the Frontier Camp was still the same.
The adventurer teams were scattered. The peddlers selling consumables shouted loudly.
The Iron Wolf adventurer team, which was the largest adventurer team in the area, had gathered together, giving off a powerful aura.
Lu Qingge didn't pay too much attention to it and quickly entered Gran Forest.
At the same time, he opened his backpack. He checked his inventory again.
"Yes, it's alright. With the fifty wild blackberries Uncle Reyna gave me, I basically don't have to worry about supplies anymore."
"Whether or not I can complete the mission will depend on my own ability and luck."
Lu Qingge thought to himself, "Next, I'll use the fastest speed to complete the upgrade."
Hence, he decided to do it. When he passed by the Goblins' haunt, Lu Qingge stopped in front of the goblins.
"Come on."
Lu Qingge exhaled slightly and pulled out the [Black Iron Sword] from his waist.
In the next moment, the Goblins' painful screams once again echoed in the forest.
He had become very familiar with the way he hunted Goblins. It took less than an hour.
Lu Qingge was on top of this group of short-legged green-skinned monsters.
He had gathered all the required experience points.
Experience Pool: 5,006
[Lv2 Skill Tree: 0/5000]
"Very good."
Without hesitation, Lu Qingge upgraded his skill tree.
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