Bai Ye said, "Since it's a future technology zone, more than half of the items produced are black quality. However, due to the entry-level nature of the technology, production is limited to the most basic energy-based firearms."
As Bai Ye spoke, he gestured to Gao Ming to bring paper and a pen.
Bai Ye continued, "I will write down the information about the forbidden zone. I won't list the most basic energy-based firearms, but I will list some valuable items, such as memory erasure devices, future cars, the atom pistol nicknamed 'Little Cricket', the 'Three-Barrel Plasma Cannon', and the unicycle motorcycle."
Bai Ye said this as he handed the note to Gao Ming.
"The information about the items is all here," Bai Ye said, putting down the pen. "Now it's up to you. If the exchange items you provide are satisfactory, I will write down the information on how to open the forbidden zone on the back of the paper."
Gao Ming hesitated for a moment, then took out a brocade box and placed it on the table before opening it.
As Gao Ming opened the box, a circular blue light, like ripples, instantly spread out. Inside lay a flying sword that was entirely azure, entwined with wisps of purple lightning.
Sky Thunder Purple Lightning (Flying Sword) (Red): World-shattering thunder, sky-piercing lightning. Forged from the origin of the nine heavens' thunder, it is a pair with the Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire.
Effects:
Sky Thunder Purple Lightning, Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire (Collected): 1/2
Inch Thunder (Sky Thunder Purple Lightning has a 30% chance to paralyze the target for 5 seconds after hitting it)
Flying Thunder (When wielding Sky Thunder Purple Lightning, it can transform into a bolt of lightning for attack. Within three meters, all areas are within the range of arc lightning splash damage)
Nine Imperial Thunder God Sword Array (Sky Thunder Purple Lightning is arranged as thunder, and within its coverage, lightning-based attacks are enhanced by 100%. It also absorbs lightning to continuously restore stamina and injuries. This sword array affects both allies and enemies)
Thunder Fire Tribulation Heaven (Not activated, requires Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire)
Dual Sword Merger (Not activated, requires Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire)
Jade Fragmentation (Not activated, requires Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire)
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Bai Ye looked at Gao Ming and said, "A red quality flying sword?"
Gao Ming smiled and asked, "Satisfied?"
Bai Ye replied, "Can't you tell I'm being sarcastic?"
Gao Ming's smile immediately turned into an awkward chuckle.
Bai Ye took out the Sky Thunder Purple Lightning and swung it. "The sword is good, but Sky Thunder Purple Lightning and Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire, a dual sword set, and you only give me one. While it appears to be red quality, without the full set, it at least drops a tier, not much different from black quality."
After speaking, Bai Ye glanced at Gao Ming with disdain.
Did they think he was an idiot?
Putting aside the fact that for the Evil Spirit group, the value of the forbidden zone wasn't just about rewards, but also the opportunity to hunt and collect God Stone fragments.
Just considering that Bai Ye would exchange information about a forbidden zone that yielded four black quality items for a black quality flying sword?
Was that lacking common sense?
"A misunderstanding, a misunderstanding," Gao Ming quickly said. "The Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire is also with me."
"Oh?" Bai Ye raised an eyebrow, instantly understanding Gao Ming's intention. He said directly, "You plan to give me the Blazing Phoenix Flying Fire after you open the forbidden zone, right?"
Gao Ming scratched his head sheepishly. "That's right."
Bai Ye grinned; he wasn't surprised.
Words like "unconditional trust" were meant for children, or mere pleasantries in the adult world.
Gao Ming clearly intended to hold Bai Ye back before confirming the forbidden zone information.
However, Gao Ming's willingness to give half first was already a show of respect.
Bai Ye said, "Then it's settled."
Bai Ye reached out and wrote the information for opening the forbidden zone, along with some details about the zone, on the note.
Gao Ming asked, "Besides this, do you have any other advice?"
Was he expected to be a consultant again?
Bai Ye smiled and said, "I wouldn't call it advice. Just remember what you need. But I don't think it's a problem; your leader clearly knows what you need."
As Bai Ye spoke, he gestured with the Sky Thunder Purple Lightning.
Gao Ming looked confused.
Bai Ye smiled and didn't explain.
Gao Ming's abilities were decent, but compared to Harvey Stenson, there was a difference.
The information Bai Ye provided could help the Evil Spirit group obtain a pile of black quality items, but they were still just black quality, entry-level future technology weapons.
Moreover, Bai Ye was only providing information.
Was it worth exchanging for a red quality flying sword?
Normally, it wouldn't be. The information Bai Ye provided wasn't worth that much.
In terms of practicality, having a pair of red quality flying swords right now could instantly elevate one's strength from third-rate to first-rate.
In terms of value, a pile of black quality items was certainly more valuable. Red quality items were too rare and almost untradeable. But the problem was, Bai Ye wasn't offering items, only information.
So, what was Harvey's intention in making such an exchange?
It was actually quite simple. A pair of red quality flying swords could only create one first-rate expert for the Evil Spirit group.
However, a pile of black quality weapons could help the Evil Spirit group create a group of second-rate experts.
A single expert couldn't bring much change to the Evil Spirit group, but a group of experts could.
Harvey Stenson knew very well what he needed. A group's strength was more important than the strength of one or two individuals.
Therefore, since Harvey Stenson was personally making the decision, Bai Ye felt he had nothing else to advise.
Bai Ye said directly, "I need to leave here. Do you have a way to get the remaining sword to me?"
Gao Ming replied, "Don't worry, we have people in the Beast Taming Zone. They have..."
Bai Ye interrupted, "Big Mouth Gull Express?"
Gao Ming was taken aback. "You know quite a lot."
Bai Ye said, "Then it's settled."
Bai Ye stood up to leave, but suddenly paused.
Bai Ye added, "I'll give you information on two hidden quests. Gather some people and help me investigate something."
Gao Ming asked in confusion, "Hmm?"
As Bai Ye spoke, he took out a piece of paper and wrote down the trigger conditions for two hidden quests, then placed it under a wine glass.
"Liu Shiyue, the Vice President of the Hidden Dragon Society," Bai Ye said. "I need information on him. Also, if possible, keep an eye on him. I want to know his location."
Gao Ming decisively agreed, "Alright!"
Gao Ming agreed without hesitation, even feeling a slight sense of secret joy.
For the Evil Spirit group to develop, the Hidden Dragon Society was an unavoidable obstacle.
Now that a master like Bai Ye wanted to target the Hidden Dragon Society, Gao Ming was naturally thrilled. Even if Bai Ye offered information on two hidden quests in exchange, Gao Ming would have been happy to do it for free.
As for why he was targeting the Hidden Dragon Society...
Wasn't that self-evident?
If Bai Ye wanted to ally with the Hidden Dragon Society, why would he ask for help investigating and tracking someone?
Was he lacking common sense, or was Bai Ye brainless?
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