Who Designed This Underworld Dungeon?
Chapter 55: Apple Gummies

Chapter 55: Chapter 55: Apple Gummies

"What is...this?"

Leon opened his mouth, but his voice was so hoarse that he startled even himself.

Having left the Sain Dungeon without even touching a drop of water, unable to sleep, and afflicted by fear, his current state was no different from an Animated Corpse, no wonder nobody on the streets recognized him.

The once proud and vibrant Leon would never have looked like such a defeated figure.

"Horror Dispelling Powder, a powder that can dispel fear, perfectly suited for your current condition," Gong Qiying pushed a paper package towards him and said, "One silver coin each, fair and square."

One silver coin? This guy must be crazy.

Leon thought that one silver coin could buy a high-quality Blood Healing Potion, or two to three mid-tier Healing Potions, the efficacy of one mid-tier Healing Potion being equivalent to Drew’s Healing Magic.

So, does this shop owner believe that this packet of powder could rival a Blood Healing Potion?

Horror Dispelling Powder, he had never even heard of such a thing, not to mention, dispel fear? Are you saying I am afraid of something? That’s impossible!

Leon’s mental state was very unstable now. Gong Qiying’s description of the effects of Horror Dispelling Powder sounded sarcastic and mean in his ears, fueling his rage.

"Haha, a fool is a fool, thinking that strangers are mocking you? You’re nothing more than this, little brother."

"Shut up!"

That derisive voice came from behind again, almost driving Leon mad. He spun around and flailed at the air as if trying to slash the haunting ghost.

Just as he was about to hit the counter behind him, a pair of strong hands suddenly restrained his arms.

"What are you doing, hmm!"

Before Leon could struggle, his mouth was pried open and stuffed with a whole packet of Horror Dispelling Powder. The powder quickly absorbed the little moisture in his mouth, choking him into a coughing fit.

When he truly began to struggle, Gong Qiying couldn’t hold him any longer, allowing him to step back two steps and stumble to the ground.

"You—cough cough cough,"

Leon, pointing at Gong Qiying, was furious and about to say something when suddenly, as if a pause button had been pressed, he stopped completely.

Because he realized that all the chaotic voices in his head had disappeared?

"How is this possible..."

He muttered to himself, staring at his hands, his eyes clearing the moment he ingested the Horror Dispelling Powder.

There are many mysteries in the world:

Like whether playing Pen Fairy with an apple pencil could summon Jobs, or whether collecting seven golden basketballs could bring Kobe back to life?

Whether the path Miyazaki Hidekou took home from school passed through the Crimson Corruption, whether the amusement park he often visited was called Sain Ancient City, whether his pals had surnames Yang and Feng.

Which map is the most torturous, the Road of Suffering, the White Blood Church, or the Floating Prison?

Leon’s current dilemma was, could this unheard-of powder really cure his abnormal state?

He was stunned for a long time, and only after being sure that there were no strange voices around anymore, he complicatedly said, "Thank you, boss,"

This ordinary-looking prop shop owner actually had such a miraculous item, it was truly surprising.

From his upbringing, Leon knew now was the time to show gratitude.

"One silver coin, thanks for your patronage,"

"Ah, right," Leon patted himself, awkwardly realizing he had not brought any money. Indeed, who would put money in their pajamas.

"Sorry, sorry, I didn’t bring any money, could I have my companion come over later—"

He stopped midway through his sentence, suddenly recalling that everyone in the Strategy Group was currently in the same negative state as he, likely almost debilitated.

"Um, boss, could we negotiate something,"

Leon smiled sheepishly, never feeling so destitute, "Could I have some credit, I’ll go home and get the money."

"Sure," Gong Qiying nodded indifferently. "Didn’t you just say to have your companion bring it over?"

"They... are all just like me..."

He fell silent for a moment, lifted his hand as if to smooth his hair, a signature move he made when he felt confident, his shimmering blond hair boosting his stylishness by several notches.

But this time, he felt his arm incredibly heavy, unable to lift it, so he just let it hang and asked, "Can I borrow a few packs of Horror Dispelling Powder first? I’ll heal my companions and rush back with the money."

Only those who have experienced fear know how terrifying it can be. The things you feared the most in the past surge like waves, a wave pulls you into a dim, lightless deep sea, surrounded by indescribable creatures lurking around, but they just happen to materialize into your fears.

After waking up from that state, he wanted to immediately free his companions from their fears, not wanting them to wait even a second longer.

Although he was often proud and sometimes hot-tempered, he still cared deeply about his companions.

Gong Qiying sized him up, not saying a word.

"I swear on my face, I won’t bail on the debt!" Leon parted his hair, revealing a pale but somewhat handsome face.

"Are you going to tear off your face and give it to me?"

Leon blinked, seemingly not expecting such a response. After a moment, he realized and asked, "You don’t know me?"

"Should I know you?" Gong Qiying deliberately said, though he actually recognized him long ago.

"I..."

Leon opened his mouth, but in the end, said nothing, feeling a bit disappointed and yet... happy?

Disappointed because his fame hadn’t reached the level of a household name, happy because his embarrassing moment wouldn’t spread.

He took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I’ll go get the money now. Please prepare three packs of Horror Dispelling Powder for me. I’ll be back soon."

Because he hadn’t eaten or drunk anything till now, he felt weak, but for his companions, he still had to drag his sick body to run.

"Wait,"

Just as he was about to leave, Gong Qiying suddenly stopped him.

"Take these with you, and we can settle the account together later," he lined up a few packs of Horror Dispelling Powder on the counter, smiling, "Looking at your face, I can tell you’re not one to break a promise, I’ll trust you for now."

Dare to skip out on the bill and you won’t be able to continue in Sain Dungeon.

Leon was deeply touched, grabbed the Horror Dispelling Powder from the counter, and said loudly, "Thank you, boss! I’ll be going then!"

"Wait, there’s one more thing,"

Gong Qiying tossed him a piece of candy, saying, "Eat this, restore some energy, I’m really afraid you might suddenly die on the way, this costs money too."

"Candy?" Leon popped the candy into his mouth, chomping on it twice, tasting apple, both sour and sweet.

"Eh?" He suddenly discovered that his energy was rapidly recovering, almost as if he had drunk a Physical Potion.

Meeting his surprised gaze, Gong Qiying casually said, "Produced by Food Paradise, don’t make a big fuss."

[Apple Jelly Candy (from ’Dawn Legend’)]

[Spiritual power required per ten units: 5]

[No combat ability]

[Consuming restores a small amount of energy]

"Thank you, boss," Leon’s thanks were even more heartfelt now, and he turned to leave.

"There’s one more thing,"

Gong Qiying tossed over a pair of slippers, saying:

"Put on the shoes before you leave."

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