Chapter 27

C27 – Someone Wanted This Thing

“Soul Coins decreased by 500, and Hero Huamo ascended from Level 4 to Level 5.”

“Soul Coins decreased by 600, and Hero Huamo ascended from Level 5 to Level 6.”

Following another two-level increase, Huamo’s basic attributes surged by 4 points.

He decided to save the remaining Soul Coins; Huamo’s level was sufficiently high for now.

With a 4-point boost to his luck, Qiang Nantie retrieved the Basic Architecture Treasure Chest.

This chest, a white special one, was the Architecture Treasure Chest he had acquired. What he might get from it was entirely a matter of luck.

“Let’s see how lucky you are, Huamo,” Qiang Nantie remarked.

“Okay.” Huamo accepted the chest and opened it.

Territory alert: “You have acquired a Basic Architectural Archery Tower.”

Qiang Nantie was ecstatic: “A Defense Tower, no less!”

Defense Towers were precisely what Qiang Nantie was short on.

The bigger the territory, the more extensive the area he had to defend. Despite the opportunity to add to his buildings, he had no desire to upgrade the territory’s level. Guarding such an expansive area was proving to be an arduous task.

Moreover, he was short on Defense Towers for adequate protection.

Securing an additional Defense Tower was undoubtedly a stroke of good fortune for the territory.

“Huamo, you truly are my lucky charm!”

Qiang Nantie joyfully embraced Huamo.

Blushing, Huamo nestled her face into his shoulder and wrapped her arms around his neck.

Her scent wafted to Qiang Nantie’s nose.

“I’m so thrilled, Huamo,” he confessed.

“I’m happy too,” Huamo responded.

In the era of the Three Kingdoms, Huamo’s destiny was a harsh one, passed around like a mere object.

In this life, he was determined to ensure her happiness.

Qiang Nantie gestured to commence the construction of the Arrow Tower.

The Territory alert announced, “You are about to construct an Arrow Tower. The Arrow Tower has evolved into a Storm Tower.”

Upon seeing the alert, Qiang Nantie realized that with each evolution, a building would transform into a new, random structure.

He accessed the Storm Tower’s property details.

“Building: Storm Tower”

“Level: 1”

“Upgrade Requirement: 300 spirit coins”

“Quality: SSS (0/10)”

“Quality Upgrade Requirement: 10 Four-star Wind Elemental Crystal Cores”

“Defense: 1500/1500”

“Special Attribute: Storm Attack”

“Attack Range: 50 meters”

“Description: It wields the power of the storm to obliterate enemies.”

“Impressive, its quality surpasses that of the Raging Flame Tower by a rank!”

Qiang Nantie began upgrading the Storm Tower.

A notification from the Territory chimed in, “You have spent 300 spirit coins. The Storm Tower is now at Level 2.”

Another notification from the Territory announced, “You have spent 600 spirit coins. The Storm Tower has advanced to Level 3.”

Once more, the Territory alerted, “You have spent 900 spirit coins. The Storm Tower has ascended to Level 4.”

“Structure: Storm Tower”

“Level: 20”

“Upgrade Requirement: 100,000 spirit coins, 100 Four-star lumber pieces, 50 Four-star Galestones”

“Quality: SSS (0/10)”

“Quality Upgrade Requirement: 10 Four-star Wind Elemental Crystal Cores”

“Defense: 30,000/30,000”

“Special Attribute One: Inflicts Storm Attack on enemies”

“Special Attribute Two: Capable of unleashing a wide-range Wind Blade Slash every six hours”

“Attack Range: 300 meters”

“Description: It commands the storm to annihilate foes.”

The tower’s stats had significantly improved, and it had even gained an additional special attribute.

He was eager to witness the strength of the wide-range Wind Blade Slash, but that would have to wait until tomorrow.

Yet, this ability had a lengthy six-hour cooldown period.

They observed the two Defense Towers from afar: the Raging Flame Tower and the Storm Tower, strategically placed on either side of the main gate for optimal enemy engagement.

His defenses were scant; with only two Defense Towers, they were insufficient for comprehensive territorial protection.

The buildings were too sparse. In comparison to the vast expanse of his territory, a great deal of land remained unused.

“Huamo, keep opening those Architecture Treasure Chests; there’s quite a pile of them. I appreciate your diligence.”

They had slain a considerable number of monsters, resulting in an abundance of treasure chests.

Huamo was in luck. With the territory’s bonus, her chances of finding treasures increased.

“Understood.”

Huamo started to unlock the treasure chests one by one.

Congratulations on obtaining two Soul Coins.

Congratulations on obtaining eight Soul Coins.

Congratulations on obtaining one Soul Coin.

Meanwhile, Qiang Nantie visited the mysterious store.

He used his daily refresh feature.

A territory notification announced, “Mysterious Store successfully refreshed.”

Qiang Nantie quickly scanned the five items inside.

The first was something in a modern packaging box. He checked its details.

“A happy doll.”

Was this some kind of joke?

He had Huamo; this purchase was pointless.

Or was it for those needing comfort during the long nights?

With a sly smile, Qiang Nantie bought the happy doll.

The territory notification read, “You’ve spent 500 spirit coins on a box of happy dolls.”

He would never actually buy such a thing.

Item: Inflatable Companion Doll

Quality: F

Description: You deserve to own a happy doll.

Qiang Nantie listed the happy doll in the trading hall.

Asking price: 2000 spirit coins.

It was as if nothing had happened.

But that wasn’t quite true. Lords who followed his activities were stunned by the listing.

Expecting another great item from Qiang Nantie, they rushed to the trading hall.

But the sight of the happy doll took them by surprise.

Where did he get his hands on such a thing?

Did Qiang Nantie bring it himself?

The territory notification read, “You’ve sold a happy doll in the National Exchange Hall, earning 1900 spirit coins.”

Curious, Qiang Nantie glanced at the chat hall.

A frenzy of conversation ensued.

“This Lord who started by selling Spirit Spring Water is incredible! He even managed to find a happy doll. I’m seriously wondering if it’s been used by him.”

“That’s utterly impossible. I’ve checked it myself; it’s still sealed.”

“You’re a legend! Spending 2000 spirit coins on a happy doll.”

“Indeed, the long nights are lonely, and some seek solace.”

“Excuse me, I’m a woman. I was just curious about what it looks like.”

“I can’t believe a girl actually bought this!”

“Lady, there’s no need to keep looking. Apart from your face, its body is identical to yours in every other way. I’ll take it off your hands for 2,500 spirit coins.”

“You’re too slow. Had I known, I would’ve bought it right away.”

“Miss, my offer is 3,000 spirit coins! Let’s make a deal, quick!”

“It’s astounding how much you fools are willing to spend on this. I can’t fathom what goes through your minds!”

“I’ve got the cash, and I’ll spend it as I please. You’re just bitter because you can’t afford it.”

“Let those who want to purchase go ahead. If you don’t have the money, spare us the pointless chatter.”

“Please, I need to know where to find the happy doll. My pet is eager to experience it too.”