Who Designed This Underworld Dungeon?
Chapter 36 You Are Not Allowed to Become Soul 5

Chapter 36: Chapter 36 You Are Not Allowed to Become Soul 5

Jack is dead.

The slave contract transmitted the last scene Jack saw before his death to Gong Qiying.

The murderers were two aggressively expressive young humans; it seemed a premeditated action. One stabbed Jack’s heart with a knife, while the other cast some sort of spell that affected the soul, preventing resurrection.

These two were overwhelmed by passionate onlookers and then seized by the guards. The final image was of Jack falling face up, surrounded by a crowd of spectators.

Gong Qiying wasn’t sure if it was an illusion, but behind the killers, two transparent threads flashed past; they appeared so briefly that he doubted his own eyes.

"..."

Nevertheless, he was somewhat angry.

Whether those two had a grudge against Jack or there was some other cause for their actions, he had no idea. All he knew was that his recently cultivated subordinate had been killed, which was akin to a slap in his face.

He must find these two after going out and give them a thorough scolding.

He still had many plans unimplemented; was he supposed to cultivate another insider?

"Forget it,"

Lying back on the altar, Gong Qiying murmured to himself:

"It’s more reliable to handle things personally."

With Jack’s death, there was no one to help him gather the magical materials needed for the ceremony.

Contacting adventurers was a necessary evil. Who among those he had met could he trust?

He glanced at the image in the crystal ball and nodded.

You’re the one!

In the swamp area, in front of the Stone Statue Ghost.

After using the Summoning Hook Finger Medicine, Steeran stared at the ground full of anticipation. However, contrary to her hopes, the familiar summoning symbol didn’t appear.

"Not today either..."

She said, feeling slightly disappointed.

Ever since the day Gong Qiying had helped her, she often came to the Dungeon and used the Summoning Hook Finger Medicine, hoping to see him again.

It wasn’t that she had feelings for him, but she was curious. Curious as to how he could navigate the Dungeon so effortlessly, curious about his background, and why he would help people in the Dungeon.

Purely curious!

Since then, she hadn’t seen the summoning symbol once, making her wonder if her Summoning Hook Finger Medicine had expired.

Fortunately, the medicine wouldn’t be consumed unless an Assistant was summoned; otherwise, at her rate, it would have run out long ago.

"Let’s go back and find Ellie and the others," sighed Steeran.

She and her companions had heard about a hidden map in Sain Dungeon with special ingredients to explore, so they planned to go together. She had gone ahead, hoping to bump into Gong Qiying.

Just as she turned to leave, a golden light flickered behind her!

"Eh?"

It was the familiar summoning symbol!

Overjoyed, Steeran immediately pressed the summon button.

In the next moment, appearing as "Madar" in a dazzling golden light was Gong Qiying.

"Long may the sunshine!"

He raised his hands high, striking an exuberant pose. Although Steeran didn’t understand his words, she felt it carried a powerful spirit.

"It’s you, we meet again,"

Gong Qiying feigned surprise and smiled, "So, you need my help again?"

With an excited heart and trembling hands, Steeran calmed her emotions and said, "About the things you taught me last time, I have many, many questions to ask. Do you have the time?"

"Of course,"

Hearing the affirmative reply, Steeran breathed a sigh of relief, afraid that he might find her bothersome and just leave.

"I’ve come looking for you several times, but I always miss you," she naturally walked ahead, heading towards Sick Village. She had already taken care of the Stone Statue Ghost in advance.

As for the companions waiting to explore with her...

They would forgive her.

Walking side by side with Gong Qiying, he spoke, "I only come here occasionally, to help those in need."

Upon hearing this, his image brightened another notch in Steeran’s heart.

"I remember you said you were traveling to train yourself, is it really okay to stay here all the time?"

She regretted saying that immediately, as it sounded like she was rushing him away.

Did I ever portray myself like that...

Gong Qiying truly forgot, he was silent for a moment and then said, "I was indeed planning to leave, but having seen too many people tripped up by the difficulties here, I plan to help others before I go,"

After all, shaping oneself into a good Samaritan never goes wrong; most people like good people.

Not knowing what Steeran thought of, her eyes twinkled like they were hiding stars, unconsciously edging closer to him.

"By the way, what was the question you wanted to ask me?"

After some idle chatter, as they were almost reaching the Giant Curse Frog’s boss room, Gong Qiying couldn’t resist asking.

"Ah, what?" Steeran seemed to snap back to reality, tilting her head in confusion.

"I said... what was the question you wanted to ask me," Gong Qiying repeated helplessly.

"Oh, right," Steeran nodded, staring at him, "What did I want to ask?"

...

Gong Qiying’s gaze at her grew more peculiar, wondering if she was just jesting with him.

"Ahaha," Steeran laughed awkwardly, realizing her behavior was quite odd, but actually...

She really didn’t have much to ask! Even if she did, it would be about Gong Qiying himself, such as being curious about his experiences, but given their current relationship, asking such personal questions wouldn’t be appropriate.

She was here using Summoning Hook Finger Medicine purely out of habit, and seeing Gong Qiying had been a pleasant surprise, overshadowing everything else. Who would think of asking questions?

"Well, um, right, I still don’t quite understand the method of exerting force with Shield Stab!" She could only think of something on the spot, "Please teach me,"

"That’s easy, let’s target that fat brother over there,"

Gong Qiying naturally stood behind Steeran, took her wrist, and said, "You should exert force like this, don’t be too stiff with your wrist, why are you gripping tighter the more I talk?"

Steeran glanced unnaturally at the hands Gong Qiying was holding, and finally said nothing, adjusting her posture as he instructed.

We are innocent, why think of unnecessary things.

The fat brother was quickly attracted over and was swiftly dealt with, then Gong Qiying finally let go of her hand and asked, "Have you learned it?"

"Mmm..." Steeran only felt the back being sorely pinched by the armor, as they had been sticking close together just now.

"I will cherish the technique you taught me," she said, "I want to use Shield Stab as skillfully as you do!"

Her words were merely polite, but unexpectedly, Gong Qiying suddenly said seriously:

"There’s no need!"

Steeran was taken aback, not understanding why his tone had suddenly changed. Did she say something wrong?

Gong Qiying said, "You don’t need to imitate me, just be yourself,"

"Ah..." Steeran instantly understood; he seemed to have misunderstood something, but before she could clarify, Gong Qiying continued:

"You are a Ranger specializing in agility; high mobility and attack power are your strengths. Shield Stab is completely opposite to your expertise. I taught you Shield Stab just to provide a new perspective, another way to approach enemies, not to restrict yourself..."

He went on non-stop, sounding like an experienced player trying to correct the path of a newbie who had strayed.

Steeran stared at him blankly, then a slight smile hooked at the corner of her mouth.

Being worried about felt quite nice too.

After who knows how long, Teacher Gong’s mini-class finally ended.

"Did you understand what I said?" Gong Qiying showed a look of iron not turning into steel; he had seen various newbies go astray in games before, like a Newbie Knight who suddenly turned into a Soul V wielding a small scythe and a Ring Capture, which distressed him greatly, hence developing a habit of preaching.

He knew this habit was annoying most of the time, but he just couldn’t help saying a few words, hoping the newbies would listen even a little.

"Got it, got it,"

Steeran’s expression suddenly became sunny and bright, then suddenly grabbed his arm, saying:

"I’m still a bit unclear about Shield Stab, could you teach me like you did just now?"

"I just taught you a moment ago!" Gong Qiying sighed repeatedly.

This generation of Reincarnators, no, this generation of adventurers lacks talent.

Regardless of the process, at last, he managed to tell Steeran about the request to proxy purchase magic materials, she agreed although puzzled, and planned to meet in a few days in the Dungeon.

Cause for celebration, truly a cause for celebration.