novelraw Chapter 202: A Slime
Chapter 202: A Slime
Her condition was extremely poor, seemingly suffering from some permanent damage... Pelu answered seriously:
"Sober Grass is extremely rare. Merchants from the Goldenfinch Kingdom or the Holy Nation might have it, but such scarce goods typically cost over two hundred thousand Shell Coins. As for hallucination-related forbidden items, you'd need to contact major merchant group leaders to possibly obtain them."
"Two hundred thousand Shell Coins..."
So expensive, completely unaffordable... The Flower Witch clenched her small fist tightly.
She had just been cheated by a shady pharmacy merchant.
Most crucially, because she argued with that damned swindler, the Black Glove noticed her.
Under the Blackfin Crew's influence, many medicine merchants in Blackore City had united, leaving her no chance to enter any pharmacies in the city now.
Her main income source had encountered a huge problem.
If she weren't the Flower Witch, perhaps she could use her third-tier Transcendent authority to intimidate them.
But now, maintaining her hidden identity was paramount.This was precisely why she came to the White Pigeon Press, hoping to earn living expenses by selling information.
One question thus concluded... The Flower Witch nodded helplessly:
"Mm, thank you, I understand."
Pelu took out Shell Coins from her Backpack Card and handed them to Levin and the Flower Witch.
Pelu put the two manuscript sheets into her briefcase, then softly said to the Flower Witch:
"Miss, you seem new to Blackore City. If you need any help, you can contact us at White Pigeon Press. Though we're not a major organization, we do have some capabilities."
"Help..."
The Flower Witch looked up, asking timidly like a wronged kitten:
"Um, may I ask... does Blackore City have Blood Source Crystals?"
Blood disease? Pelu blinked:
"Blood Source Crystals? Those are Goblet-Blade affinity Transcendent artifacts, mainly used in blood arts cultivation. You could try the Blood Blade Pirates' territory, but remember - never mention the navy or Blackfin Crew when approaching them, and you must demonstrate sufficient strength. The Blood Blade Pirates have been quite resentful recently."
Such quick answers... The Flower Witch Fen was slightly startled before nodding.
Due to various reasons, her body was extremely weak now, requiring Blood Source Crystals for treatment.
She suddenly realized this reporter would answer any question she asked.
Was she particularly talkative?
Finally, the Flower Witch asked quietly again:
"Do you know the Black Hunter's activity range?"
Why ask this? Does she want to hunt the Black Hunter? Pelu clipped her camera to her waist:
"No idea... but miss, you should be careful. Even third-tier Transcendents need caution in these seas."
"Mm."
The Flower Witch nodded gently.
She couldn't ask more, or it might raise suspicion.
"Thank you, thank the Press for your help."
The Flower Witch smiled and nodded, then slowly pushed open the Press's door to leave.
The moment she stepped out, a sad little black flower instantly sprouted from her head!
"Sigh—"
The Flower Witch took out crumpled Shell Coins from her bag, placing them with the new ones.
Successfully obtained information and money! Without being discovered!
White Pigeon Press truly was a good place!
"Food time!"
Fen wiped sweat from her brow and hurried into Blackore City's streets, buying some jam bread and grape juice.
Then she hid in an empty lot, briefly removing her cloak.
The instant the cloak came off, overwhelming weakness pressed down on her.
The flower on her head instantly wilted.
"So tired... The Black Glove's influence actually spans all of Blackore City..."
The Flower Witch sighed deeply. Since being discovered by the Black Glove's forces, her movements in the city had been constantly hindered.
Were it not for the Press's free snacks, she wouldn't even get decent meals.
Most critically, her physical condition after completing the trial was terrible.
Weak! Helpless! Forced to keep running!
"Regardless, I can finally eat..."
The sad flower on her head struggled to perk up.
She found an empty space, laid out a picnic cloth, then arranged the biscuits, grape drink and jam bread.
A simple picnic setup.
Fen clapped her hands. Though dining alone, this was still her most delicious meal recently.
"Waku waku!"
Just then, Deepsea Water Spirit Number Two's voice sounded behind her.
It handed the Flower Witch a bag of raisin cookies.
While following Chen Qi, Number Two had mastered massage techniques. By helping a bakery granny, it obtained these premium raisin cookies!
And a large jar of jam!
Currently, Number Two wore a Spanish duelist's dark blue hat with a fresh red rose in its mouth.
It bounced excitedly:
"Waku waku!"
"Thank you! Amazing job!"
Fen excitedly hugged Number Two, rubbing her face against it tightly.
Traveling alone was too harsh - without the water spirit, she couldn't imagine continuing her journey.
Moreover, after these days together, Number Two had finally changed from disliking to accepting her!
The Flower Witch sat cross-legged, taking out two glasses and pouring grape juice.
"Here!"
Fen gave one glass to the water spirit.
"Waku waku!"
"I don't understand~"
Fen smiled, tying a small napkin around the spirit.
Then she took two plates, artfully arranging sliced jam bread with a wild daisy.
Even in poverty, never lose elegance - the Flower Witch's creed!
Her mother said when she became sufficiently refined, she could return to her family.
As a floral aspect Transcendent, she must also learn to enjoy life.
Clink!
Fen and Number Two clinked glasses.
"Delicious!"
Fen's face flushed as she ate some bread, looking blissful.
Soon, all food was gone, plates wiped clean.
"Such waste..."
After eating, the Flower Witch fell into thought.
She'd been so hungry she devoured everything instantly.
Should've savored slowly! To prolong the taste!
She couldn't spend much on food.
After all, she still needed that two hundred thousand Shell Coin Sober Grass.
Fen looked down at Number Two:
"Full, little one?"
"Mm-hmm."
Number Two nodded.
Unlike Chen Qi's philosophy, the Flower Witch believed pet nurturing required not just seawater but ample nutrition.
And delicious food!
So she carefully prepared nutritious potions for Number Two.
After these healthy green potions, Number Two had gained some emerald hue.
Simply put, it looked more like a slime now!
Really full? I can't mistreat you, or your original owner might scold me... Seeing Number Two nod, Fen happily packed up.
Rest time over - next came solving the herb problem!
With Smiling Moon approaching, she had no time to waste!
The Flower Witch meticulously cleaned up, then stood and donned her cloak again.
"First visit the Blood Blade Pirates' territory. I remember posting a commission there - quite substantial money..."
She planned to visit their Shell Merchant Consortium first.
But as she stepped forward, Number Two tugged her pants.
"Waku waku!"
What's wrong? Taking me somewhere? Fen turned back curiously, asking gently:
"What is it?"