Chapter 8: Ancient Weapon - Barrett
Cao Xing also collected the other materials on the ground.
After that, he came to the coal mine, full of anticipation.
【Discovered an ownerless small coal mine. Occupy?】
"Yes."
【Occupation successful. Acquired Small Coal Mine *1, Acquired Bronze Treasure Chest *1.】
【Congratulations! As the first survivor in the entire server to occupy a resource point, you receive the reward: Ancient Weapon - Barrett (Purple) *1, 12.7mm Ammunition *10.】
Cao Xing: "???"
What the hell?
Barrett?
I didn't hear that wrong, right?
However, as Cao Xing looked at the heavy sniper rifle on the snowy ground in front of him, a meter long and completely black, he confirmed his guess.
This really is a Barrett!
But thinking about it, it was also normal.
After all, this world is a mix of technology and magic.
Late-stage Frost Iron Machinists can even pilot Gundams and summon bomber squadrons, so what's a Barrett?
Thinking of this, Cao Xing happily put away the Barrett and the bullets on the ground.
【Ancient Weapon - Barrett (Purple)】
【Quality: Rare】
【Attack Power: 967~993】
【Attack Interval: 2 seconds/attack】
【Effect 1: Armor Piercing (When attacking, there is a 50% chance to ignore 100 points of enemy armor)】
【Effect 2: Headshot (When attacking the head, deals an additional 50% damage)】
...
"Holy crap! This is seriously awesome!"
Without a doubt, this was a true killing machine.
With over nine hundred attack power in the early stage, it could almost kill gods and slay buddhas!
Adding the two effects, if they all triggered, monsters below level 20 wouldn't be able to withstand a single shot!
Although he was a mage, who said mages couldn't use a Barrett?
Unfortunately, Cao Xing only had 10 rounds of ammunition.
Cao Xing mused, "I remember that after the territory level reaches 4, some new tech buildings will be unlocked, such as the 【Bullet Factory】, 【Small Snow Robot Production Workshop】, and so on."
"At that time, I won't have to worry about bullets!"
Cao Xing satisfyingly put the Barrett into his backpack.
At this moment, he remembered another prompt from the system.
Besides the coal mine resource, there was also a Bronze Treasure Chest.
In other words, there was likely a treasure chest inside!
So, Cao Xing turned his head and said, "Sister-in-law, I'll go into the mine to take a look. You collect the scattered coal outside first."
Liu Muxue nodded gently, "Okay."
After Cao Xing finished speaking, he directly jumped into the mine.
This was just a small mine, only about four or five meters deep.
In the soil nearby, he could see some black coal and stones. This place indeed contained rich resources.
According to the system's description, over 1700 pieces of coal could still be mined here.
Based on the standard of 1 Coal = 5 Wood, the resources here were enough for him to use for quite a long time!
Cao Xing even wanted to send a few Arctic people over to mine right now.
However, the four Arctic people in the territory currently all had tasks, and there were no extra hands at this stage.
Cao Xing secretly thought, "It seems the upgrade progress of the Arctic People's Cabin also needs to be put on the agenda."
"More labor must be recruited, otherwise, the ore veins will be left unmined."
However, what was more important at the moment was to find the treasure chest inside this coal mine.
Cao Xing walked to the end of the mine. In the complete darkness, he found an antique bronze treasure chest.
"This is it!"
A system prompt appeared.
【Discovered an unlocked Bronze Treasure Chest *1. Open?】
Cao Xing directly clicked 'Yes'.
【Successfully opened Bronze Treasure Chest. Acquired Disciple's Staff (Green) *1,
【Acquired Snow Boots (White) *2】
【Acquired Medical Kit *1, Acquired Food *15, Acquired Fine Iron *5】
【Acquired Market Construction Blueprint *1.】
"Huh? A Market Construction Blueprint?"
Cao Xing's eyes lit up with joy.
Only after building the market could he trade with other survivors.
Although only a few hours had passed since Cao Xing arrived in this world.
But with over 7 billion humans on Blue Star all transmigrating, with such a large population base, there must be quite a few people who have already built the 【Market】.
Cao Xing checked the description of this blueprint.
【Market: After construction, allows resource trading with other survivors.】
(Note: Before server merge, can only trade with other survivors in the same area as the survivor.)
【Area: 20 square meters.】
【Materials Required for Construction: Stone *15, Wood *30.】
Cao Xing thoughtfully said, "Can I only trade with survivors within this area first?"
"But it doesn't affect much. There are tens of thousands of people in Area 174, and there's a lot of goods circulating in the market."
Cao Xing then started to check the other two pieces of equipment he had just obtained.
【Disciple's Staff (Green), Quality: Excellent, Attack Power: 15~18, Spirit +3, Effect: Disciple's Grasp (When attacking, there is a 20% chance to increase own Spirit by 10)】
(Note: The staff of a fanatical disciple. When you are fighting, shouting: Black stockings are justice, will have unexpected effects~)
Who the hell would shout that!
White stockings are justice, okay?
Cao Xing was speechless, always feeling that this system note was a bit inappropriate.
He started to check the second piece of equipment.
【Snow Boots (White), Quality: Normal, Armor: None, Effect: None.】
(Note: Snow boots with good cold resistance, allowing you to walk better in ice and snow.)
"Another piece of cold-resistant equipment."
Cao Xing was happy in his heart.
There were two pairs of these snow boots, just enough for him and Liu Muxue, one pair each.
So, he took off the black leather shoes on his feet and directly put on the snow boots covered with fleece.
His feet, which were almost numb from the cold, were now wrapped in waves of warmth.
Cao Xing nodded in satisfaction.
There was still one item in the treasure chest.
【Medical Kit (White): Can be used to treat injuries or common illnesses, restores 100 HP.】
(Note: A simple medical kit. After use, it can treat some common symptoms caused by the weather, such as colds, fever, frostbite, etc.)
This was also a good item. Before the 【Medical Room】 was built, this medical kit was a life-saving item!
After all, some illnesses couldn't even be dispelled by the Aurora Knight's 【Purification Spell】.
After continuing to check around and confirming that there was nothing else in the coal mine, Cao Xing prepared to leave.
However, before leaving, he also conveniently decomposed the treasure chest.
【Successfully decomposed Bronze Treasure Chest. Acquired Copper *5.】
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Cao Xing emerged from the mine.
Seeing him come out, Liu Muxue said softly, "A Xing, I've collected all the coal on the ground. There are a full 112 pieces of coal, enough for us to use for a long time!"
Her face showed the joy of harvest.
Cao Xing nodded and said, "Well done, Sister-in-law."
"Here, these snow boots are for you first."
After speaking, Cao Xing placed the boots at Liu Muxue's feet.
He noticed that Liu Muxue's legs were already frozen red, her ten jade toes clenched tightly, and her thighs trembling constantly.
Five or six minutes had passed since they came out.
If they didn't return to the campfire in a few more minutes, Liu Muxue's legs might be completely frozen.
Although Liu Muxue also yearned for these snow boots, she knew how precious such boots were in this extreme environment.
"Can I really have these boots?" Liu Muxue asked tentatively.
Cao Xing smiled and said, "Of course you can have them. I already have a pair, and Ilena doesn't have legs. Besides you, who else could wear them?"
Liu Muxue no longer refused, but said softly, "Thank you... A Xing."
Cao Xing waved his hand, signaling her to quickly change into them.
Just then, Liu Muxue said somewhat awkwardly, "A Xing... can you help me up? My legs are a bit unresponsive."
After saying this, her cheeks were already red up to her ears.
Cao Xing didn't think too much, walked directly to her side, and put one of Liu Muxue's hands on his shoulder.
A faint fragrance drifted from the tip of his nose.
Liu Muxue put her arm around Cao Xing's neck and raised her right leg with some difficulty.
Seeing her like this, Cao Xing knew that her legs were frozen stiff.
"Sister-in-law, let me help you put them on."
After speaking, before Liu Muxue could react, Cao Xing directly lifted her leg covered in white stockings.
"Mm..."
Liu Muxue's body trembled, and her beautiful eyes suddenly widened.
Cao Xing had no other thoughts. After quickly helping her put on both pairs of snow boots, he bent down.
"Sister-in-law, I'll carry you back to the camp."
Hearing this, Liu Muxue became even more shy.
But she also knew that in her current state, she had to return to the camp quickly to warm up.
"Th-thank you..." Liu Muxue responded softly.
The next moment, a pair of slender arms wrapped around Cao Xing's neck.
Then, she felt a pair of large, strong hands supporting the base of her thighs.
As if this was the first time this part of her had been touched by another man, Liu Muxue let out a slight gasp, and her face immediately turned red all the way to her neck.
Liu Muxue lowered her head deeply.
Cao Xing felt a delicate, soft touch between his hands.
He thought to himself, "This woman... her body is so soft..."
Then, Cao Xing carried Liu Muxue on his back, taking Ilena with them.
The two people and one snake returned to the camp.
The warmth emanating from the campfire swept over them again.
The stiffness in their bodies gradually dissipated.
After settling Liu Muxue down.
Cao Xing looked up. The sky was getting darker.
There was still half an hour until dark.
Before dark, he needed to build a small shelter for Ilena to stay in at night.
Otherwise, if these territory residents froze at night, their loyalty would decrease.
In addition, he also needed to build the 【Market】 for trading with other survivors.
Cao Xing glanced at the current territory resources.
【Food: Bread *50, Snake Meat *17, Wolf Meat *134】
【Wood *97, Coal *112, Stone *62】
"Alright, there are enough materials to build the Lumber Mill and the Market, and the remaining materials can also build a small residence."
So, Cao Xing shouted towards the distance, "Dazhuang, Erzhuang, come back."
Hearing the command, the Arctic people put down their work and returned to the vicinity of the campfire, shivering.
"My Lord, is there anything you need?"
Cao Xing nodded, and then began to give orders, "Dazhuang, Erzhuang, the two of you go build the Lumber Mill."
"Sanzhuang, the task of building the Market is yours."
"Sizhuang, you go build a small residence."
Speaking of this, Cao Xing added, "After you finish these, you can eat."
Hearing the last sentence, the eyes of the four Arctic people lit up.
"Don't worry, My Lord, we guarantee to complete the task before dark!"
"That's right, you can rest assured when we handle things, My Lord."
