SCP Corporation: Contain Bonfire
Chapter 348 - 348 346 Attempting a Counter-kill_1

Chapter 348: Chapter 346: Attempting a Counter-kill!_1 Chapter 348: Chapter 346: Attempting a Counter-kill!_1 “Unable to fully restrict the items from ‘Bonfire Campsite,’ only a few can be specified for restriction, and even then, those of higher quality than that orange named weapon can at best be limited, not prohibited? Is the current situation due to default restrictions on some lower-level items, since none was specified up front?”

Shana quickly dismantled “Inspiration,” roughly grasping the situation.

This was indeed her first encounter with such circumstances, as it was also her first battle with a parchment holder.

“It seems it can’t fully control the artifacts from ‘Bonfire Campsite’…”

She didn’t hide the information she had obtained.

“So that’s how it is, huh…”

Colin could only marvel internally at whether it was impressive or the company behind it even more so…

Of course, even if the “Shield of Fairness and Justice” was at a disadvantage with internal artifacts, its effect was undeniably powerful.

“But now that the introduction to this item is complete, why hasn’t it been lifted?”

Colin couldn’t help but worry.

Looking at the blurred silhouette of light ahead, he began to fret, what if…

What if the opponent doesn’t release the ‘Arena of Honor’?

Thinking from the perspective of ‘The Light Chaser,’ it would make more sense to simply steal rather than exchange a Bone Spur at a tremendous cost.

Even though Colin habitually suspected the worst of human nature…

But putting himself in their shoes, Colin felt that even his own sterling morality was tempted, not to mention the other party—

“If it really comes down to it, losing the Bone Spur isn’t the end of the world, but now… what if they actually take me as a slave?”

He would have been reluctant to give up the Bone Spur before, but now, not only might he lose the Bone Spur, but he could even be captured and enslaved, so losing just the Bone Spur seemed acceptable.

It was at this moment he heard the blurred figure of light speak again, “‘Bonfire’ Agent Sir, this is the first time I’ve encountered another holder of ‘parchment.’ May I make a small request?”

“What request?”

Colin asked tensely.

“Would you like to try fighting a battle? Of course, rest assured, regardless of the outcome, I will release the ‘Arena of Honor,’ and moreover, I will use matching strength in combat,” Shana invited the man in front of her.

She was very curious about the strength of another chosen by the “parchment.”

As she spoke, Colin saw the divine aura dissipate from the blurred figure like evaporating vapor.

While still strong, it was now at a level where a counterkill was possible!

Seeing this, Colin’s confidence returned once more: “Alright, alright! Bring on the fight!”

The opponent had overwhelmed him with superior power before, making him unwilling to accept it, but now they were on equal footing.

Then, don’t blame him for not holding back!

On equal terms, Colin had never been afraid of anyone; he felt he could already write victory across his face!

He was determined to teach that oblivious fool a lesson!

“My fighting style might be a bit brutal, and I could accidentally hurt you,” Colin reminded, maintaining the martial spirit.

“No problem, you go ahead with all your techniques, don’t hold back on me…”

Quickly, as his voice fell, blinding pale light and terrifyingly intense heat burst forth simultaneously within the ‘Arena of Honor’!

Horrific vibrations occurred in the arena, one after another.

Presence diminished, “Firebearer” grease, “Time Stop,” repulsion, “Beastial Power”…

Colin threw everything he had at the enemy with a charge.

Finally…

After three minutes.

The ‘Arena of Honor’s’ effect was lifted.

It was a stalemate.

The surroundings returned to their original state.

“Phew, that was close…”

Colin looked seemingly unscathed as he stood in place, taking a glance around and let out a sigh of relief.

This “Light Chaser” had actually managed to make good on his word; regardless of the outcome, he had granted a draw.

Moreover, the radiance of the “Light Chaser” dimmed a bit, becoming somewhat transparent.

“Can we consider it now?” the blurred silhouette asked, holding the triangular shield emblem and directing the question at Colin.

“Indeed, it’s not bad.”

Colin nodded, acknowledging its effect, and showed an intention to acquire it for himself.

“But…”

“Ah?” The sudden shift caught the “Light Chaser” off guard.

“I have a task coming up for which I might really need this Bone Spur, so perhaps we can postpone the transaction for a period of time.”

Colin thought for a moment and realized this “Light Chaser” seemed much more agreeable than he had expected, giving off an unexpectedly honest impression.

Inside here…

There was room for bluffing, no, for maneuvering!

Without waiting for the other party to speak, Colin continued, “Also, although I’ve experienced this item once, it’s hard to say how well it works in various situations.

“So, if it’s possible, I’d like to borrow it for a few days in advance to try it out…

“Let’s be reasonable, you wouldn’t want me to accidentally die in an anomaly just because I suddenly switched my main weapon, would you?”

Hearing this, the blurred silhouette pondered for a moment, found the point fairly reasonable, and nodded. If suddenly taking away the holy relic led to an accident for the other party, that was something she didn’t wish to see:

“It seems… that makes sense…”

Seizing the moment, Colin struck while the iron was hot, “But don’t worry, I won’t freeload off you. I’ll offer some points as compensation.”

Points as compensation?

Shana couldn’t help but feel amused, as she had intended to say that she actually didn’t need points.

She had saved quite a sum of points for this very transaction!

But then, she quickly heard…

“How about this, we’ll go with your normal rate from before, three thousand points for one week. I’ll test it for a week.”

“Three, three thousand points?!” Shana was stunned, wondering if she had misheard.

Too little?

When Colin heard her reaction, he subconsciously felt that she must think it was too little.

After all, this was a golden artifact; even though a few thousand points was just for a few days’ rent, the effect was completely worth it!

“Then, let’s say five thousand points. I have a task coming up and I’ll give it a real trial. If it’s really good, we can discuss it then,” Colin proposed sincerely.

“Five… thousand points?” Shana was utterly dazed.

The amount of points made her feel somewhat unreal, suspecting that he was just throwing out numbers as a joke.

She was about to suggest letting him have it for fifty points.

But before she could speak, a message popped up on her retina.

[Special Task: Lend the “Shield of Fairness and Justice” as a temporary item to “654321” for seven days.]

“Notice”: “654321” has agreed and paid the full amount of points, awaiting your final confirmation.

“Remark”: After seven days, the item will be automatically retrieved.

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Upon seeing the message, Shana, who was sitting on the ground on the other side, gnawing at her stiff and sour black bread with a “crack” sound, couldn’t help but jump up on the spot. Holding the black bread like a hamster, her eyes bulged in shock —

Five thousand points! This was actually for real?!

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