Goblin Dependency
Chapter 166 - 106 Book Box_2

Chapter 166: Chapter 106 Book Box_2

In a way, the ecological niche of the Gnolls is actually quite similar to that of the goblins.

They both live in groups, are equally fierce and violent, and are filled with malice towards other intelligent creatures, often attacking passing caravans and human villages.

However, they are fewer in number, and the individuals are slightly stronger.

Even, like the "Earth Goblins" and "Bear Goblins," the Gnolls also have elite individuals of their race.

The "Carnivore" is one of them.

As for their specific combat power...

Like the Bear Goblins, their challenge level is "1."

Not a target that I can handle.

Dismissing it in his heart, Xia Nan continued to look further down.

...

[Task Number]: 412D

[Type]: Investigation

[Reward]: 300 Gold

[Task Briefing]:

The "Fairy Wind" general store was robbed by thieves, and the owner, Mr. Farrello, hopes for adventurers to help him find the pickpocket and retrieve the lost property.

[Time Limit]: 365 days

[Extra Information]:

"Gold coins, jewels... just return that item to me, and everything else you find is yours!"

—"Fairy Wind" Farrello

...

"No wonder he looked so unsettled at that time; it turns out he encountered a thief."

Recalling the absent-minded look of Farrello when appraising stones at the "Fairy Wind."

Xia Nan understood in his heart.

"This bounty is quite large, a full three hundred gold coins."

Combining with the note left behind, this well-known general store owner in River Valley Town must have suffered a heavy loss.

"I wonder who is bold enough to act in a place like River Valley Town and not fear retaliation."

"Fairy Wind" has been in town for quite some time, with careful and serious attitude and excellent business skills, making its owner Farrello famous among low level adventurers and familiar with many powerful professionals.

Normally, even those skilled in thievery would not choose such a target.

The risk is too high!

Only those desperados who disappear after one job would dare to do something like this.

Xia Nan shook his head.

The bounty of 300 gold coins is very tempting, but he does not possess tracking-related battle skills and in his previous life was just an office worker, lacking relevant experience.

"These gold coins are not something I can earn."

He continued to look down.

...

[Task Number]: 603H

[Type]: Bounty

[Reward]: 25 Gold

[Task Briefing]:

Clear a goblin nest located on the eastern outskirts of the Mist Forest. For specifics, please consult the relevant association staff.

...

Xia Nan’s eyes lit up.

"Just right!"

Since crossing over, he is still far from attaining a professional level, but he has encountered many demons like the Petrified Lizard, Thorn Demon, and Bear Goblins.

Tasks like cutting down goblins and clearing nests are what he should be doing.

Moreover, Xia Nan’s main goal in this outing is to improve his Skill in "Teeth Hunting."

Following barbarians, he cleared several goblin caves before, gaining some experience.

This time he’s also planning to practice with the green-skinned ones.

This kind of task is just what he wants.

He can accumulate battle skill proficiency through combat and earn some money for food on the side.

Two birds with one stone!

After glancing over it again and memorizing the task number, Xia Nan headed towards the front desk.

...

Ten days ago.

The air was filled with the aroma of alcohol and food, a wooden cup stood quietly on the dining table, and the crystal-clear liquor inside rippled slightly due to the noisy footsteps of the guests around.

Vig sat alone in the hall.

His expression was indifferent, drinking by himself.

Occasionally glancing out the window, observing the gradually dimming sky.

Wearing a simple cloth outfit, he seemed just like an ordinary townsperson, appearing out of place in the White Sparrow Tavern, where the vast majority of patrons were adventurers.

Only occasionally showing slight disdain and annoyance at the loud noises from a neighboring table of dwarves.

"Been a few years since I last came back, and this countryside place is still the same."

Though he once lived days of sweat and blood in River Valley Town, after being promoted to "Wanderer" and gaining a professional level.

He returned to Neum, using his status as a professional and savings to live a dignified life.

But being an adventurer, he had long gotten used to living a precarious life and was accustomed to squandering.

Previously, when in River Valley Town, various task bounties were quite rewarding, helping him maintain his expenses.

But in Neum, facing unyielding high prices, he lived a nobles’ life without any income source, and the small savings he once had quickly dwindled.