Reincarnation of the Strongest Healer

Chapter 304: Exploitation

After discussing for a few minutes within the Adventure Association, Xu Feng was ready to make his way to the Teleportation Platform.

”Wait a minute, Guild Leader.” Carmen suddenly spoke up, her expression somewhat hesitant.

Xu Feng paused his movement, turned around, and asked, ”Whatʼs the matter?”

”Can I join you at Paradise Plains?” Carmen softly said, ”Iʼve heard other players discussing it and are crowding the Teleportation Platform. But the guards actually held a blockade and prevented any unauthorized personnel from stepping foot.”

”Hmm, Iʼm not sure,” Xu Feng purposely rubbed his chin and frowned, almost as if it was a difficult matter.

”Please Guild Leader.” Carmen pleaded coyly. ”Iʼve been in the city for a while, but thereʼs really nothing much to do here. Aside from some occasional monsters in the outskirts of the city to hunt, thereʼs legit nothing to do.”

To simplify her meaning, Carmen was bored out of her mind. Had it not been for the excitement at the galaxy-like atmosphere, followed by the discovery of Arcane Vein, she would most likely rot in boredom.

Her predicament wasnʼt uncommon, given that most players who were trapped in Star Falls City began to duel among themselves.

There were only a handful of monsters to hunt daily, and other than that, they were just sitting in dust. Therefore, they decided to compete against one another in hopes of gaining some combat experience and enlightenment.

Of course, it was easier said than done, with only a few players among them having gained some improvement.

Meanwhile, Carmen misunderstood his silence and quickly rushed to him, linking her arms around his. ”Oh, Guild Leader, you said you had high hopes for my talent, but how can my talent be expressed if I canʼt witness other places for enlightenment?”

”Enlightenment?” Xu Feng twitched his mouth.

”Do you really take this for some cultivation crap where you improve tremendously from some enlightenment? Those bored players fighting each other in the hope to improve is just doing it wrong, and you shouldnʼt try to copy them.” He added, afraid of her being badly influenced by others.

”If I shouldnʼt copy them, then the Guild Leader should bring me along to guide me properly.” Carmen pestered.

ʼItʼs over. How did the demoness become such a shameless person?ʼ Xu Feng cried inwardly, wondering who had taught her to act like this.

Naturally, the culprit was none other than Xu Feng himself, but he would never admit to it nor would he believe himself to be the culprit.

”Alright, you can follow me, so release your arms already.” Xu Feng smiled bitterly.

”Yay, Guild Leaderʼs the best!” Without hesitation, Carmen released her grip and giggled cheekily.

Speechless, Xu Feng facepalmed and walked away, only to be interrupted by Jessica.

”Ah, Feng, itʼs good to see you havenʼt left.” Jessica clasped her hands, her smile somewhat sinister.

ʼDamn, what is she up to?ʼ Xu Feng had a bad premonition regarding that sinister smile. There was never anything good whenever an NPC flashed such an expression.

Sure enough, Jessicaʼs next words made Xu Feng want to curse the hell out of the Adventure Association.

”Feng, as you know, our association has been in the red for a long time. Although we have some employees who would work for us, the requirement to mine needs different adventurers, but we lack the necessary funds. Do you have any ideas?” She asked sweetly, but even a fool could tell she was hoping he could cover the expense.

And before Xu Feng could even refuse, Jessica continued, ”The teleportation to Paradise Plains is extremely far, and required a ton of resources to complete the transfer, in addition to the participation slot.”

At this moment, Xu Feng truly had to hand it to her for attempting the guilt trip tactic.

”The solution is actually quite simple,” Xu Feng faked a cough and said. ”Just tell them that as long as they complete 50 of the same mission, they will be granted the right to use the teleportation function.”

”Eh? Then wouldnʼt we lose a lot of money by offering them free teleportation?”

”No, they must still fork the necessary money to teleport, but they must meet the prerequisite completion of the mission to be granted access.”

”But wouldnʼt those adventurers riot?” Jessica was stunned by his suggestion. It was no different than treating the adventurers as slaves. Not only must they offer free labor, but they must also gain the right to use the teleportation platform after completion.

”Just trust me and let the adventurers know. They would be more than happy to accept such an arrangement.” Xu Feng mused.

”A-A-Alright then,” Jessica sighed softly.

Once she left the scene, Carmen finally burst out laughing, her hands clutching her stomach tightly.

”Ahh, Feng, you really are the worst of the worst.” She gave him a thumbs up.

Xu Feng gladly accepted the praise, placed one of his hands near his chest, and bowed. ”Thank you for the compliment.”

Carmen really could not believe this kind of man was her guild leader. He was no longer just a ruthless and cunning man, but also an exploitation expert.

The players who came to Star Falls City to claim the bounty of Xu Fengʼs head must really be regretting their decision. To get out of the city, they must now slave for 50 times of mining to get away.

Throughout their journey to the teleportation platform, Carmen constantly giggled softly and gave a funny look at Xu Feng.

As for him, he remained composed as he handed the participation slot to the guard.

”Ah, so itʼs Baron Lin Feng.” The guard took a brief glance at the participation slot before assuming a solemn and respectful expression.

Only an idiot wouldnʼt know about Xu Fengʼs prestige in Star Falls City.

”Yes, I wish to teleport to the Paradise Plains, and this person here is my assistant.” Xu Feng lightly said and introduced Carmen.

Normally, the guard would refuse other people from using it aside from the designated participation slot holder, but it was Xu Feng.

”Not a problem, Baron Lin Feng.” The guard patted his chest and responded enthusiastically. Stay connected through empire