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Chapter 138: Not Just Us Eyeing This Guy
Chapter 138: Not Just Us Eyeing This Guy
As the leader of the Wild Wolf Gang, how wealthy could Yue Shan be?
Jiang Cheng recalled the words of the gang's deputy leader at the casino, pleading for mercy and mentioning his cash savings of several hundred thousand, kept in a safe at home.
If a deputy leader had such wealth, then as the gang leader, Yue Shan would undoubtedly have even more!
However, Jiang Cheng wasn't blinded by greed. He had a vague feeling that this matter might not be as simple as it seemed, or perhaps, it wouldn't be as easy to pull off.
"Brother Bing Li, do you think I can take down the target with my current strength?" Jiang Cheng turned and asked.
They were in the Outer District, not the slums.
First, he wasn't familiar with the terrain, which could be fatal.
Second, the target might have a gun, unlike the people in the slums who were easier to deal with.
Third, he had just heard from Bing Li that the guy had moved into a luxury estate, and such estates might have their own defense forces.
In any case, it was best to listen to Bing Li's advice.
"Hahaha!" Bing Li laughed, seeing Jiang Cheng's quick reaction. "Not bad, you're quite rational. With your current strength, it's not impossible to complete this task alone, but it would be challenging. Yue Shan lives in a luxury estate, with each house having its own security. There are armed guards patrolling 24/7, and every house is equipped with an alarm system. Once an alarm is triggered, the guards can arrive within a minute."
"How many guards are there? What's their firepower like? Are there any Primordial Energy Warriors among them?" Jiang Cheng asked again.
"There's a team of about ten guards, each equipped with a handgun, and a few with rifles. Even a Fourth-Rank Primordial Energy Warrior would be injured if hit by a rifle bullet, and a vital shot could be fatal."
Bing Li looked at Jiang Cheng with a deep gaze.
"The good news is, there are no Primordial Energy Warriors. Only the top-tier estates can afford to hire them as guards."
Jiang Cheng breathed a slight sigh of relief.
However, even without Primordial Energy Warriors, it would be challenging for him to match ten opponents armed with firearms.
"Besides the patrolling guards, Yue Shan has two loyal underlings by his side, also armed with handguns. If they're alerted and fire their guns, it will also attract the guards."
"By the way, let me remind you of something," Bing Li said, his expression turning serious.
"It's not just the Dawn Society keeping an eye on this guy."
Jiang Cheng was instantly jolted by this revelation.
Indeed, several hundred thousand! If a token and a family heirloom martial art could lead to the destruction of a family, how could such a large sum not attract others?
"Don't worry too much," Bing Li patted Jiang Cheng's shoulder. "For this task, you can choose a partner. I'll provide you with several options, and you can decide. If you want to back out, that's fine too."
As he spoke, Bing Li clicked two buttons on the screen, and five options appeared.
Option 1: Partner with a First-Rank or Second-Rank Primordial Energy Warrior or Mental Master, with a 50-50 split of the spoils.
Option 2: Partner with a Second-Rank... with a 60-40 split, the partner taking 60%.
Option 3: Partner with a Third-Rank... with a 70-30 split, the partner taking 70%.
Option 4: Partner with a Fourth-Rank... with an 80-20 split, the partner taking 80%.
Option 5: Partner with a Fifth-Rank... with a 90-10 split, the partner taking 90%.
"Choose an option, and I'll contact the corresponding person as your partner for this operation. Rest assured, the person I choose will be trustworthy and have the strength of the same rank.
Jiang Cheng contemplated the five options before him, deep in thought.
In the world of martial arts and secret powers, a unique system exists where one's strength determines their share of the spoils. The stronger your partner, the less you get, and vice versa.
Lin Feng, a First Rank Primordial Energy Warrior, contemplates the task at hand. He desires to claim the rewards for himself, but is it within his capabilities?
"To be honest, this mission is special. It's a kind of welfare, but it's also dangerous. I suggest you choose a stronger partner or even give up the mission for now. I'll arrange something for you after some time has passed," Bing Li advised.
Jiang Cheng hesitated for a moment. "Then I'll choose the last option, Brother Bing Li."
Bing Li, not surprised, confirmed, "Are you sure? If you choose to partner with a Fifth Rank Primordial Energy Warrior, you'll only get a tenth of the earnings, no matter how much you make."
"Mhm," Jiang Cheng nodded. "I'd love to claim the entire reward, but with my current strength, I'm content with earning a few thousand yuan and taking down that guy from Yue Shan. It's more than enough for a First Rank Primordial Energy Warrior like me."
There was another reason he kept to himself.
If this person was indeed as Bing Li described, a man of good character, then this would be a significant favor. Building a relationship with a Fifth Rank Primordial Energy Warrior, especially a Mental Master, could prove beneficial.
"Hahaha, a wise choice!" Bing Li praised. "I'll ask for you. I'll start with the strongest Fifth Rank, and if they refuse, I'll find someone else. Once I do, they'll contact you directly. In the meantime, you can stay here or go back. My suggestion is to familiarize yourself with firearms and practice your shooting skills to prepare for the upcoming mission."
"Shooting skills?" Jiang Cheng was taken aback.
"Indeed. While firearms may not be as effective for higher-ranked Primordial Energy Warriors, having a good shooting skill is still essential for lower-ranked ones like you. It's best to carry a gun for this mission, just in case. Once you reach a higher rank, you can purchase secret weapons and unlock more acupoints, making firearms less necessary."
Bing Li clicked on the weapons option on the screen, revealing an array of options.
In addition to swords and knives, there were numerous handguns, rifles, and sniper rifles.
"This heavy sniper rifle costs 200,000 yuan. If a Primordial Energy Warrior below the Seventh Rank is hit in the head, it's fatal."
"This machine gun is priced at 120,000 yuan. Even a Fifth Rank Primordial Energy Warrior would be torn apart by its continuous fire."
"This sniper rifle costs 60,000 yuan. Within 200 meters, it's deadly to a Fourth Rank Primordial Energy Warrior."
"This automatic rifle is 30,000 yuan. It's lethal to Third Rank and below Primordial Energy Warriors."
"This 40mm handgun is 20,000 yuan. Its power is comparable to the automatic rifle, with significant recoil. But for us, it's manageable."
Jiang Cheng was stunned.
It felt like he had stepped into an armory.
Upon reflection, it made sense.
If enemies had guns, he needed one too, or else he'd have to charge head-on to engage them.
However, with his speed of merely ten meters per second, charging in could be suicidal.
Firearms could indeed be a significant advantage until his strength improved.
With his proficiency panel, he could unlock firearm skills and become a sharpshooter through practice.
The 40mm handgun was a good choice—powerful, portable, and reasonably priced.
Carrying it, he wouldn't be helpless against Second or Third Rank Primordial Energy Warriors, even if he couldn't defeat them.
(End of Chapter)
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