Legend of Mir 2: Seeking the Truth in Marfa

Brook returned to the Wenren family and walked towards the backyard, thinking about the artifact all the way.

Although the artifacts have been repaired and can be used without worry, how to make them grow and upgrade is another problem.

There are three ways to grow and upgrade artifacts: frequent use, special opportunities, and fusion upgrades of the same artifact.

Artifact fusion. Where did the extra artifact come from? Don't even think about it now.

Special opportunities, like the chance to detect the necklace absorbing soul material, are rare.

Use it regularly. It's a viable approach, and Brooke is already doing it.

Because he has a Lucky Veil, he doesn't have to worry about others seeing his equipment, so he usually wears a Skill Necklace in the necklace slot and a Teleport Ring in the ring slot. As for the other slot, he usually wears a Fire Dragon Ring and doesn't wear any artifacts.

Because the invisibility ring is not very convenient. When you wear it, you will be invisible even when walking and will be noticed by others, unless you are in some absolutely safe place; and the resurrection ring is not considered to be used even if you wear it, and it can only be triggered by death.

Death will trigger it... Fine! Then just go and actively seek death! Anyway, I've been reincarnated now, so if I make a mistake, I still have a chance to revive. Brook already had an idea in mind.

Don't worry, take a 2-hour break first. At 2:40, defeat the Ice Palace Guardian on the first floor of the Abyss, and then go to Seek Death.

Brooke returned to the courtyard, where it was quiet. Chunlan and the other maids had already fallen asleep. When he opened the door, he saw several plates of exquisite dried fruits and cakes on the table. They must have been sent by Wenren Muyue.

Even though she was so sleepy, Mu Yue didn't forget to treat him to some snacks. She was really thoughtful.

Brooke casually picked up a pastry and took a bite. It was smooth, sweet, and soft, and the taste was truly excellent. He couldn't help but eat two more pieces. The teapot beside him, made of something unknown, emanated a faint magical aura, and a faint fragrance wafted from it. He poured himself a cup of tea, which was surprisingly still hot. The aroma was rich and lingering, and Brooke savored it carefully.

That's enough. Don't eat too much before bed. Give the rest to Chunlan and the others.

Brook washed up, sat on the bed, put on the invisibility ring, and meditated to rest.

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At 7 o'clock in the morning, the laughter of Chunlan and others could be faintly heard in the yard. They seemed to be particularly happy today.

Brook was also very happy. Last night's harvest was quite fruitful. Not only did the Ice Palace Guardian drop a Domination Battle Ring, but he also killed the Dragon Lord several times, dropping three Fire Dragon equipment and a skill book.

As for the Fire Dragon Master, Brook didn't kill him, but used him as a target for his own death. This isn't entirely true, because when wearing the Resurrection Ring, once the HP drops to zero, the HP magic will automatically refill, consuming a bit of endurance and having a one-minute cooldown, so he's not actually dead.

Brook chose a remote corner on the far left side of the Abyss Level 1 and willingly allowed himself to be killed by the Fire Dragon Lord. His resurrection ring activated, restoring his health to full. He waited a minute, then died again. After dying four times, with only a fraction of his life remaining in the resurrection ring, he went to the manor to repair the Heaven and Earth Forge. He kept running back and forth, dying hundreds of times, yet his resurrection ring showed no sign of improvement.

I couldn't take it anymore. My body wasn't killed by the Fire Dragon Master, but my mind was exhausted. I returned to my room around 5: AM, lay down, and have been sleeping ever since.

"Brook, get up! The sun is shining on your butt!" Wenren Muyue came over.

Brooke opened the door and walked out.

"Good morning. Mu Yue, do you seem happy today?"

"Of course I'm happy! Not only me, but the whole family is happy."

"why?"

"Because today is payday!"

"Payday?"

"That's right! Every Sunday is a good day for our Wenren family to get paid. How can we not be happy?"

"Oh~ but that's not right! Others are happy when they get paid; but you are the boss, you have to pay the salary, why should you be happy?" Brooke said.

"I don't have to pay salary, that's my second sister's job. I also get a salary!" Wenren Muyue said proudly.

"You can get it too?"

"Of course!"

"Do I have one?"

"Nonsense! Everyone has one, so of course you have one too. Let's go to the main hall."

In the front hall of the meeting room, two accountants were distributing salaries. Two family members stepped forward, had their identities verified, signed, and received their ingots. Behind them, two long, orderly lines stretched from the front hall to the front yard, then from the front yard to the main courtyard gate. They continued past the high threshold and continued along the avenue connecting to the side courtyards... The lines seemed to have turned around and reached the front square; there was no sign of the end.

"Um... we seem to be late. Should we go line up now? It will take more than half an hour." Brook said.

"No need, let's go find my sister directly." Wenren Muyue took Brooke to the back hall.

In front of the study in the back hall, many people were waiting for Wenren Muxue's summons. When they saw Wenren Muyue, they immediately greeted her and offered their seats in the front row. Brooke was quite embarrassed, but Wenren Muyue was used to it. She quietly walked to the study door and listened to the conversation inside.

"......I just got the news that the first- and second-level equipment at the auction house were sold out by someone. Now that the goods are in short supply, it's a good time to put them on the shelves. You can take out most of the equipment in our family warehouse and put them up for sale at a price that's half higher than the market price." Wenren Muxue said.

"In reply to the Second Miss, our family warehouse has run out of first- and second-level equipment," said the warehouse manager.

"No more? Not a single one?"

"Yes. Master Brook just took it away last night. Not only that, he also advanced 1 ingots. I guess... he also bought the equipment at the auction house."

"...I get it, it's okay. Next thing: The Underground Palace Trial just ended, and a large number of new monks who were holding onto level 70 will be reincarnated and leveled up. Once they reach level 80, they'll need to synthesize level 5 skill books, and the price of crystals will go up, especially for Fire and Thunder crystals, as the crystals required for these two attack skills will increase significantly. So, if you see crystals for sale on the market, buy them all if they're around 120 Yuanbao. For Fire and Thunder, buy them all if they're under 150 Yuanbao."

"Yes! Second Miss. Do you want to accept the skill book?"

"The price of skill books is relatively stable. Even if they increase, the increase won't be significant. If you find a cheaper one, you can definitely buy it. Uncle Quan, it's up to you." Wenren Muxue thought for a moment and then said, "The supplies sent by the Tuoba family have been put into storage. Take three second-level medals and three fine shields and send them to the Linghu family."

"Okay. I'll deliver it personally." said Uncle Quan, the warehouse manager.

"Thank you for your hard work, Uncle Quan! Please let Uncle Xu, who is in charge of the East Market store, come in."

When the study door opened, Uncle Quan saw Wenren Muyue eavesdropping at the door.

"Mu Yue meets Uncle Quan!" Wenren Mu Yue greeted politely.

Uncle Quan smiled and said hello, then stepped aside. Wenren Muyue cut in line and walked in, and Brook naturally followed in. Uncle Quan went out and closed the study door.

"Sister! We are here." Wenren Muyue walked to Wenren Muxue and took her arm affectionately.

"Today is the earliest day of the week. Here, your allowance for this week is on the table, save it. The bag next to it is Brooke's."

"Thank you, second sister! Sister, I actually got a lot of equipment this week and donated it all to the family warehouse. Also, look, my medal and shield!"

"A second-level medal, a top-grade shield! That's impressive!" Wenren Muxue exclaimed, "I looked at the warehouse report. This week, you contributed a total of 3462 Yuanbao. That's quite good! Actually, this is the first time you've earned any money."

"Hehe~ I'll work harder in the future and make money for the family every week!"

"I hope so. But I remind you that improving your strength is the key. You should spend your gold in the right way. Don't put the cart before the horse. Learn more from Brook." Wenren Muxue looked at Brook and asked, "Brooke, I guess you are level 70, right?"

"Second Miss has a really good eye!" Brooke praised. "I melted a lot of equipment yesterday and got some Spirit Gathering Orbs. I just reached level 70."

"Brooke, you are level 70?!" Wenren Muyue said in disbelief.

"Yeah, I can't always hold you back. I also used the crystals and epiphany marks I got from smelting equipment to combine them into a book called 'Hurricane Breaker'. Next time I go to the Fantasy Realm, I'll be able to kill monsters even faster."

"Oh my god! Why do you always get something when smelting equipment, but I can't? It must be because of the Lucky Veil. Lend me your Lucky Veil next time you smelt."

"Sure." Brooke smiled.

"Brook, I sent people to the Xuanyuan family and the Duanmu family yesterday, and the gold ingots on the IOU have been received. A total of 1 gold ingots have been credited to your account." Wenren Muxue said.

"On my account? No need. This belongs to the Wenren family. I got the IOU in the name of the Wenren family."

"You're welcome. You earned this through your own ability, so it's yours."

"Okay. It just so happens that I advanced 10,000 yuan in treasures to the warehouse, so let's use it as an offset to pay off the debt." Brooke said.

"Yeah. That's fine. If you need it, you can continue to advance it. No problem."

"Thank you!"

"Alright. Mu Yue, you guys go out and do your work first. Please ask Xu Bo to come in. I have something to discuss with him."

Wenren Muyue and Brook came out. Brook opened the bag and saw that there were 400 Yuanbao inside!

I was originally worried that I wouldn't have enough money to buy experience scrolls and bloodline essence today, and I figured it would take until the afternoon or evening to get enough equipment and collect enough gold. Now that's no longer a problem; the salary I received has directly solved my urgent problem.

Speaking of which, the Wenren family not only helps with tax payments, but also provides weekly salaries. As expected of a prominent family, the treatment is truly excellent!