Chapter 231: Chapter 231

The credit he had earned from this return was indeed significant, but upon reflection, Du You found it still insufficient for his goals. He must earn enough merit before he departs, at least enough to obtain a noble title.

Only after acquiring a noble title would he be granted privileges. In the following time, even if he disappeared, no one would question him. The next time he returned, he could continue where he left off.

Du You also realized that if he really wanted to establish and develop a territory here, his current strength was far from enough.

He had to reach at least the second tier, even if his star rating was really high, being an Awakener was still not enough.

However, after traveling for so long, Du You needed to rest as well. The next day, early in the morning, Du You headed to the mission post. By this time, quite a few people had started recognizing him, he had gained some fame in White Stone City.

Upon seeing Du You, many offered him a nod of respect, then they’d whisper among themselves.

Du You had encountered this situation many times and was already accustomed to it. The treatment he had received during his time in the Nordland Domination world was far more intense than it was now. Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝⚑𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖⚑𝕟𝕖𝕥

Walking to the task board like everyone else, Du You stopped to peruse the responsibilities. Many people noticed him and quietly distanced themselves, seemingly feeling they were not in the same league as him anymore.

However, at this juncture, a man with blond hair approached him. "Brother, I’ve heard that you’re quite powerful, how about we collaborate?" He proposed.

Du You furrowed his brows and turned to him, "Who are you? Why do you want to collaborate with me and what could we possibly collaborate on?"

The stranger just smiled, "You’re new here, so you don’t know me yet, my name is Aelius. The main reason I want to collaborate with you is that there’s a decent mission, but it’s too much for me alone."

"What mission?" Du You’s interest was piqued.

"It’s this one, the third one on the list, collecting Griffin eggs. Do you know what a Griffin is? It’s a very powerful flying creature. Our Pegasi have always been inferior to the Sand Sculpture creatures tamed by the Sandpeople in terms of speed and endurance, but a Griffin surpasses the Sand Sculptures in every way."

"Recently, it’s been said that someone has discovered the Secret Method to tame Griffins, so White Stone City is planning to collect some Griffin eggs and train them from hatchlings. That’s what this mission is all about."

"Really? Now that’s interesting. But why choose me to collaborate with?"

"Yeah, why should we collaborate with him when we can handle it ourselves."

A freckled man with flaxen hair approached at some point unnoticed and whispered to Aelius.

Aelius also whispered back, "Of course, we’re looking for a scapegoat, okay, now stop talking."

Du You raised an eyebrow, using him as a scapegoat so brazenly, what did they mean by this? Did they think he’d have to obey them? Were these two idiots from some noble family?

"Brother, this is my helper Morry, a very skilled archer."

After a pause, Aelius carried on, "The thing is, Griffin eggs are quite large, and we wouldn’t be able to carry too many even if we went. However, your Summoned Beast can carry many at once, which is why we need your help."

"Hey, wasn’t it that we’ve prepared a temporary Support Beast which can carry a lot back? Although Griffin eggs aren’t small, it’s not likely to get that many."

Morry behind whispered again.

Du You frowned, did they consider him a fool? Planning against him in front of his face, did they believe everyone would obey them? Du You could barely stop himself from casting a Disintegration Spell on them.

"Lower your voice, if we keep this up, he’ll become suspicious. Who then will risk their life for us then? Don’t forget, there’s a Sand People Patrol stationed at Black Stone Canyon, how are we going to get past that, are you going to attract the attention of the Sandpeople?"

Aelius’s voice became slightly louder, causing Du You to sense something amiss.

"So that’s why, no wonder there’s no reaction from the surrounding people, it turns out it’s a different pronunciation."

Du You had initially thought they were two fools, nobles who believed every commoner would listen to them. Now, Du You recognised they were using two completely different languages.

The sound they made seemed like humming, perhaps it was a very rare language. As long as they did not hum for too long, no one would think they were talking but assume it was some kind of strange habit.

Having realised this, Du You relaxed. "Hehe, let’s see what you two are really up to. In the end, it’s not certain who will be tricking whom."

Du You looked closely at the mission: it urgently needed to be done by the military, but the location was dangerous and sensitive. Therefore, not many people could be involved, having a large army approach might trigger a massive battle.

Thus, the mission held substantial merit, with every additional Griffin egg increasing the merit. If a large number were to be brought back, perhaps it could directly reach his goal.

"I see, well, I agree then, we can accept the mission now."

The mission does have high merit, but almost no one dared to take it. Clearly, Black Stone Canyon was not a safe place.

"Since you’ve agreed, that’s great, but we should take the mission separately when accepting. If we form a small team when accepting it, the calculation of merit would have some deductions. It is better to proceed separately."

Du You sneered inwardly, did they think he was bad at maths or unable to comprehend the written text? Although the calculation of merit within a team is complex, the overall merit does not decrease. However, since he said so, Du You did not argue.

"You’re right, it’s indeed better to take the mission separately."

In fact, Du You had his own notion. If they formed a team and those guys were screwed over by him, the higher-ups would certainly investigate him as a team member. But if it was not team-based, their deaths would have nothing to do with him. Maybe Aelius proposed this because of this reason.

Seeing Du You so compliant, Aelius and Morry exchanged glances and smiled.

"Indeed, these newbies with high self-esteem are easier to fool. Just flatter them a bit and they’ll forget who they are. It’s just a pity that such newbies are really hard to find." Aelius hummed in agreement.

Under the predatory gazes of the two men, Du You accepted the mission, and they did shortly after.