Chapter 8: Ancient Weapon Barrett

Chapter 8: Ancient Weapon · Barrett

Cao Xing put away the other materials on the ground as well.

Afterwards, he came beside the coal mine full of anticipation.

[Discovered an ownerless small coal mine. Do you want to occupy it?]

"Yes."

[Occupation successful. Obtained Small Coal Mine * 1, Bronze Chest * 1.]

[Congratulations! As you are the first Survivor in the entire server to occupy a resource point, you have received a reward: Ancient Weapon · Barrett (Purple) * 1, 12.7mm Ammunition * 10.]

Cao Xing: "???"

What the hell?

Barrett?

Did I fucking hear that right?

However, when Cao Xing looked at the pitch-black heavy sniper rifle, one meter long, lying on the snow in front of him, he confirmed his guess.

This fucking really is a Barrett!

But upon second thought, it was normal.

After all, this world was a mixture of technology and magic.

A Frost Iron Mechanic could even pilot Gundams and summon bomber fleets in the later stages; what did a Barrett count for?

Thinking of this, Cao Xing joyfully put away the Barrett and the bullets on the ground.

[Ancient Weapon · Barrett (Purple)]

[Quality: Rare]

[Attack Power: 967 ~ 993]

[Attack Interval: 2 seconds/time]

[Attached Special Effect 1: Armor Piercing (When attacking, there is a 50% chance to ignore 100 points of enemy armor)]

[Attached Special Effect 2: Headshot (When attacking the head, deal an additional 50% damage)]

…

"Holy shit! It's fucking awesome!"

Without a doubt, this was a truly massive weapon of mass destruction.

An attack power of over 900 in the early stage was practically unstoppable, slaying gods if gods blocked, slaying buddhas if buddhas blocked!

Coupled with the following two special effects, if both triggered, monsters below level 20 couldn't even withstand a single shot!

Although he was a mage, who stipulated that a mage couldn't use a Barrett?

However, it was a pity that Cao Xing only had 10 rounds of ammunition on hand.

Cao Xing pondered: "I remember that after the territory level upgrades to Level 4, it will unlock some new technological buildings, such as [Bullet Factory], [Small Snow Robot Production Workshop], and so on."

"At that time, I won't have to worry about bullets anymore!"

Cao Xing put the Barrett into his backpack with satisfaction.

At this time, he remembered another prompt from the system just now.

Besides the coal mine resources, there was also a Bronze Chest.

In other words, there was a high possibility of a treasure chest inside!

Thus, Cao Xing turned his head and said: "Sister-in-law, I'm going to take a look inside the mine cave. You collect the scattered coal outside first."

Liu Muxue gently nodded, "Mhm."

After finishing, Cao Xing directly jumped into the mine cave.

This was only a small mine cave, and its depth inside was only four or five meters.

In the middle of the surrounding soil, some black coal and stones could be seen. This place indeed contained rich resources.

According to the system introduction, over 1,700 blocks of coal could still be mined here.

According to the standard of 1 coal = 5 wood, the resources here were enough for him to use for a very long time!

Cao Xing even wanted to send a few Arctic People over to mine right now.

However, the four Arctic People in the territory all had tasks right now, and there was no extra manpower at the current stage.

Cao Xing thought to himself: "It seems that the upgrade progress of the Arctic People's hut also needs to be put on the agenda."

"We must recruit more labor, otherwise even with a mineral vein lying around, no one will come to mine it."

However, what was even more important right now was searching for the treasure chest inside this coal mine.

Cao Xing walked to the end of the mine cave, and in the pitch darkness, he discovered a bronze-colored chest.

"This is it!"

The system prompt appeared.

[Discovered an unlocked Bronze Chest * 1. Do you want to open it?]

Cao Xing directly clicked 'Yes'.

[Successfully opened the Bronze Chest, obtained Believer's Cane (Green) * 1,]

[Obtained Snow Boots (White) * 2]

[Obtained Medical Pack * 1, Food * 15, Fine Iron * 5]

[Obtained Market Construction Blueprint * 1.]

"Eh? A Market construction blueprint dropped?"

Cao Xing's eyes lit up with joy.

Only after building the Market could he trade with other Survivors.

Although only a few hours had passed since Cao Xing came to this world,

but with the entire Blue Star humanity of over 7 billion people transmigrating collectively, given such a large population base, quite a few people must have already built a [Market].

Cao Xing checked the introduction of this blueprint.

[Market: After construction, you can trade resources with other Survivors.]

(Note: Before zone merging, you can only trade with other Survivors in the Survivor's location zone.)

[Footprint Area: 20 square meters.]

[Required Materials for Construction: Stones * 15, Wood * 30.]

Cao Xing said thoughtfully: "Can I only trade with Survivors within this region first?"

"However, it doesn't affect much. District 174 also has tens of thousands of people, and there are quite a lot of materials circulating in the market."

Cao Xing began to check the other two pieces of equipment he had just obtained.

[Believer's Cane (Green), Quality: Excellent, Attack Power: 15 ~ 18, Spirit + 3, Attached Special Effect: Believer's Grasp (When attacking, there is a 20% chance to increase one's own Spirit + 10)]

(Note: A fanatic believer's cane. When you are in battle and shout: Black silk is justice, there will be unexpected effects~)

Who the fuck wants to shout, hey!

White silk is justice, okay?

Cao Xing was speechless, always feeling that this system remark was a bit indecent.

He began to check the second piece of equipment.

[Snow Boots (White), Quality: Common, Armor: None, Special Effect: None.]

(Note: Snow boots with good cold-resistance effects, allowing you to walk better in ice and snow.)

"Another cold-proof equipment."

Cao Xing was inwardly delighted.

There were two pairs of these snow boots, just enough for him and Liu Muxue to have one pair each.

Thus, he took off the black leather shoes on his feet and directly put on the snow boots covered with fluff.

The soles of his feet, which were almost numb from the cold, were now enveloped by waves of warmth.

Cao Xing nodded with satisfaction.

Inside the treasure chest, there was another item.

[Medical Pack (White): Can be used to treat injuries or common illnesses, restoring 100 Health points.]

(Note: A simple medical pack, after use it can treat some common symptoms caused by weather, such as colds, fevers, frostbite, and so on.)

This was also a good thing. Before building a [Medical Room], this medical pack was a lifesaver!

After all, some illnesses couldn't even be dispelled by an Aurora Knight's [Purification].

After continuing to check around and confirming that there was nothing else in the coal mine, Cao Xing prepared to go out.

However, before leaving, he also conveniently dismantled that treasure chest.

[Successfully dismantled the Bronze Chest, obtained Copper * 5.]

…

Cao Xing crawled out of the mine cave.

Seeing him come out, Liu Muxue softly said: "A-Xing, the coal on the ground has all been collected. There are a full 112 pieces of coal, enough for us to use for a long time!"

Her face carried the joy of the harvest.

Cao Xing nodded and said: "Well done, sister-in-law."

"Give you this pair of snow boots first."

After speaking, Cao Xing placed the boots at Liu Muxue's feet.

He noticed that Liu Muxue's legs were frozen red, her ten jade toes tightly curled, and her thighs trembling continuously.

From the time they came out until now, five or six minutes had passed.

If they didn't return beside the campfire in a few more minutes, Liu Muxue's legs might completely freeze and be ruined.

Although Liu Muxue also greatly yearned for this pair of snow boots, she also knew how precious such boots were under this kind of extreme environment.

"Can these boots really be given to me?" Liu Muxue asked tentatively.

Cao Xing smiled and said: "Of course they can be given to you. I already have a pair, and Ilena doesn't have legs. Besides you, who else can wear them?"

Liu Muxue no longer pushed them away, instead saying softly: "Thank you… A-Xing."

Cao Xing waved his hand, signaling her to change into them quickly.

And right at this moment, Liu Muxue said somewhat sheepishly: "A-Xing… Can you support me? My legs are a bit disobedient."

After finishing these words, her cheeks had already reddened to the roots of her ears.

Cao Xing didn't overthink it, directly walking to her side and placing one of Liu Muxue's hands over his shoulder.

A faint, refreshing fragrance drifted into his nostrils.

Liu Muxue hugged Cao Xing's neck, lifting her right leg with some difficulty.

Seeing her like this, Cao Xing knew that her legs were already frozen stiff.

"Sister-in-law, let me help you put them on."

After speaking, before Liu Muxue could react, Cao Xing directly lifted the bend of her legs covered in white silk.

"Mm…"

Liu Muxue's body trembled, her beautiful eyes suddenly widening.

Cao Xing had no extra thoughts, quickly helping her put on the two snow boots, and then bending down his body.

"Sister-in-law, I'll carry you back to the camp."

Hearing these words, Liu Muxue became even more shy and bashful.

But she also knew that in her current state, she had to return to the camp to warm up as soon as possible.

"S-Sorry to trouble you…" Liu Muxue responded softly.

The next moment, a pair of slender arms embraced Cao Xing's neck.

Then, she felt a pair of large, strong hands supporting the base of her thighs.

Seeming to be touched in this area by another man for the first time, Liu Muxue let out a slight gasp, her face instantly turning red all the way to her neck.

Liu Muxue lowered her head deeply.

Cao Xing felt the delicate and soft tactile sensation coming from between his hands.

Thinking to himself: "This woman… her body is so soft…"

Then, Cao Xing carried Liu Muxue on his back, bringing Ilena.

The two people and one snake returned to the camp.

The warmth emitted by the campfire struck again.

The stiffness of the body was gradually dispelled.

After settling Liu Muxue down.

Cao Xing looked up at the sky; it was becoming increasingly dim.

There was still half an hour until dark.

Before dark, he needed to build a small shelter for Ilena to live in at night.

Otherwise, if these territory residents were left freezing at night, their loyalty would drop.

Besides this, he also had to build the [Market] to trade with other Survivors.

Cao Xing glanced at the current territory resources.

[Food: Bread * 50, Snake Meat * 17, Wolf Meat * 134]

[Wood * 97, Coal * 112, Stones * 62]

"Not bad. The construction materials for the Lumber Mill and Market are both enough, and the remaining materials can also build a small dwelling."

Thus, Cao Xing shouted into the distance: "Da Zhuang and Er Zhuang, you both come back."

Hearing the command, those Arctic People all put down the work in their hands and shivering returned near the campfire.

"Lord, is there something you need?"

Cao Xing nodded, and then began giving orders: "Da Zhuang and Er Zhuang, you two go and build the Lumber Mill."

"San Zhuang, the task of building the Market is handed to you."

"Si Zhuang, you go build a small dwelling."

Speaking up to here, Cao Xing added another sentence, "After finishing these, you can eat."

Hearing the last sentence, the four Arctic People's eyes lit up,

"Rest assured, Lord! We guarantee to complete the task before dark!"

"That's right! When we handle things, Lord, you can rest assured."