vrcanaries Chapter 33 Stamina Fruit, the Temptation of the Alley
Chapter 33 Stamina Fruit, the Temptation of the Alley
The craftsman, having honed his skills through countless trials, was as delighted as an ape, gesturing wildly and uttering incomprehensible cries.
[To thank you for helping him find his lost head, the master craftsman, skilled in forging and tempering, tells you that from now on, he will forge weapons for you free of charge.]
Li Qingchen was moved to tears.
Look, this is the true meaning of repaying a small kindness with a great one!
From now on, I will attack as a freeloader!
A master craftsman, skilled in countless techniques, asks you: Do you currently have any forging needs?
You choose to take out the tattered Elixir-Swallowing and Immortal-Brewing Pot and ask the other party to repair it.
The skilled craftsman, after countless trials and tribulations, took out a snakeskin from his treasure chest.
[The master craftsman, skilled in countless techniques, tells you that this is the shed skin of the gluttonous demon king.]
[It contains a demonic technique that devours all things, perfectly matching the characteristics of your Elixir-Consuming Immortal-Brewing Pot.]
Do you agree to his use of this item for repair?
You have chosen to agree.
The master craftsman is forging this masterpiece for you...
The panel displays a forging progress bar.
Li Qingchen waited patiently.
About an incense stick later.
[Fixed!]
[Hint: Your "Elixir-Swallowing Immortal-Brewing Pot" has been upgraded to the "True Elixir-Swallowing Immortal-Brewing Gourd"!]
The broken wine jug has now been transformed into a perfect gourd shape.
And it even has the word "true" in front of it!
"What a kind person! Not only did they fix it for free, but they also upgraded its quality while they were at it."
Li Qingchen was already thinking of kneeling down and kowtowing to the craftsman twice.
In this way...
The matter of obtaining the demon core became urgent.
If I weren't 90% certain I could take down the mountain of flesh and that bunch of swine underlings all by myself.
Li Qing wished he could leave the city right now to vanquish the demon!
"Let's play it safe for now and see if we can improve our skills further."
The game continues!
[A master craftsman, skilled in countless forgings, asks if you have any other forging needs?]
The master craftsman, skilled in countless techniques, tells you that he doesn't have much stock left.
If you want to forge a superior weapon, you will need to provide him with the corresponding materials.
The panel offers several options.
You can choose one of these treasures, such as a precious sword made of frost silver or a fox fur, and give it to the craftsman.
You can also show them all and let him choose for himself.
Li Qingchen chose to display all.
After all, everyone has their own area of expertise.
The right approach is to leave professional tasks to professionals.
The craftsman, after countless trials and tribulations, chose the Beast Heart Fruit.
[A master craftsman, skilled in countless techniques, tells you that although the Beast Heart Fruit has many side effects, if it is combined with the legendary Green Lotus Seed, its dross can be removed, and it can be transformed into a Stamina Fruit.]
[Stamina Fruit (Disposable Item): Consuming this fruit enhances physical fitness and increases the daily stamina cap.]
The craftsman, who had refined his skills through countless trials, said he happened to possess one lotus seed.
"!!!"
If there's anything more important than the legacy of Sikong Yitian, it's definitely this!
A fruit that can increase your maximum stamina!
You must know that in a world plagued by demons and monsters, the one thing that is never lacking is demons and monsters.
The most scarce resource is the number of games you can play each day!
In this word game, each resurrection consumes a certain amount of stamina.
Therefore,
Increasing your maximum stamina means increasing your resurrection chances!
Having more attempts increases the cost of trial and error, allows us to explore the map, and seize opportunities.
Its importance is self-evident!
Li Qingchen never expected to gain this much, so he couldn't help but hum softly...
The game continues!
[Should you entrust the Beast Heart Fruit to the craftsman for forging?]
You selected "Yes."
[Forging for you...]
Then came the slow progress bar.
Li Qingchen, who was slow, almost thought it had frozen.
"Haste makes waste; there's no rush."
Li Qingchen, like an old monk in meditation, silently recited the Hunyuan Heavenly Secrets Formula, patiently waiting.
Until dusk.
[Forging complete!]
[Notification: Your 'Beast Heart Fruit' has been upgraded to 'Stamina Fruit' (Low-Tier)!]
Should I take it now?
You have chosen to take...
[Hint: Your stamina limit has increased to 4 uses!]
Finally, the craftsman told him that he was going to continue his wanderings.
If you need anything, you can call him directly; he'll be there whenever you need him.
Li Qingchen finally understood. This was a weapon enhancement point. He could just call him if needed, no matter how he got there.
Thus, the craftsman's questline has been completed.
Li Qingchen briefly assessed the gains he had made in this life.
The wine jug was repaired.
They obtained the Strength Fruit.
And there's also the favor I owe that young nobleman.
Aside from not finding a way to deal with the ghost bride in the Crimson Town, it was quite a fruitful trip.
The panel provides two options at the appropriate time.
1. Return to the mass grave and continue digging.
2. Explore the last map: "The crisscrossing alleyways".
Li Qingchen decisively chose option 2.
If I were to go back to the mass grave now, I probably wouldn't be able to dig up more than a few graves before I encountered the ghost bride and was scared to death.
We might as well take a gamble here!
The audacious swordsman, unable to resist the allure of the mysterious alleyway, chose to explore its secrets.
Li Qingchen thought to himself that he was exploring the "depth" of the matter through details, rather than trying to find out the "ultimate truth".
It's already evening, and several women are already loitering around the alleyway.
Their figures were so alluring: their slender waists, their firm, teardrop-shaped breasts, their bouncy, shapely buttocks, and their vast expanses of snow-white skin…
You stared, your eyes glued to the screen, and unconsciously swallowed.
No, I didn't!
One of the women winked at you.
She stretched out her long, snake-like tongue and licked her bright red lips.
She chuckled and waved to you...
[Swordsman, as the saying goes, "A moment of spring night is worth a thousand pieces of gold," and now, a woman of unparalleled beauty, captivated by your handsome appearance, has extended an invitation to you.]
Do you accept?
To go or not to go.
This is a problem.
Admittedly, it's unacceptable to accept dangers that are likely to be avoided but are lurking in the shadows.
But that has nothing to do with the opportunities involved.
Li Qingchen chose to accept.
[Swordsman, lust is a double-edged sword; you approach a woman with voluptuous breasts and a large bottom.]
[You turn a corner, and suddenly a club strikes you on the back of the head.]
The woman cried out in alarm, "My lord, be careful!"
[You were prepared, and drew your sword in time to fight this uncivilized thief.]
The opponent was no match for you and fled in defeat.
The panel offers two options: follow or not follow.
"To eradicate the demon completely?"
"Should we avoid pursuing a cornered enemy?"
"There may be risks in pursuing them rashly."
Li Qingchen thought for a moment.
The alleyways are intricate and winding.
Just to be on the safe side, I decided not to pursue it.
The beautiful woman praised your bravery and invited you to her home.
[You walk through the gate, and suddenly a club strikes you on the back of the head.]
You wanted to draw your sword to defend yourself, but both your hands were being held by the woman, leaving you unable to free your hands.
You were struck on the head and passed out.
"Fine, fine, so you're already trying to set me up before I've even taken my pants off, huh?"
Li Qingchen thought to himself, "I should have chosen to pursue them!"
When you open your eyes, you find yourself hanging on an iron hook.
You see a person with a pig's head chopping meat in the distance.
[You're next in line.]
You struggled, attracting the attention of the pig-headed man. The pig-headed man looked at you and swung his knife at you.
[Your vision is filled with blood red!]
【Clang clang clang, poor swordsman, you've been turned into 'human head minced meat noodles'.】
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