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Yan Yan walked over to the Furnace and began skillfully working the Bellows. Zhang the Blacksmith glanced at Yan Yan's technique, then looked at the steady flames flickering inside the Furnace, a fleeting look of appreciation flashing in his eyes.
Yan Yan maintained her actions, her thoughts drifting away.
In her past life, she had spent a long time as a blacksmith to forge equipment for profit, so she knew more than just the basics when it came to operating the Bellows.
The first stage of this chain quest was difficult to navigate with Zhang the Blacksmith, but for the subsequent NPCs, once they received a task from him, their wariness would significantly decrease. In her previous life, some players started from the Western Side and encountered the shopkeeper Boss first; the merchant's shrewdness had given that player quite a hard time, and by the third stage, they were unable to continue.
This time, she began from the East, starting with the most challenging NPC to gain favor with—Zhang the Blacksmith. Following the strategy she had learned in her past life, having tackled the hardest part first meant that the rest would be manageable.
Yan Yan helped Zhang the Blacksmith operate the Bellows for three hours. She gained no game experience; in fact, her stamina decreased while her hunger level gradually increased. Her hands alternated between numbness and soreness, and she was drenched in sweat, feeling her legs tremble uncontrollably.
Gritting her teeth, Yan Yan kept her movements precise and steady, determination shining in her eyes.
Zhang the Blacksmith's satisfaction was evident as he spoke, "Child, since you've helped me tend to the Furnace for so long, why don't you go check on Li the Tailor? She was looking for someone to help collect Rabbit Fur yesterday. Also, please take this pair of scissors to her."
System: Do you accept the quest "Deliver Scissors to Li the Tailor"?
"Yes."
"Child, after you finish that task, remember to stop by Southern Village Tavern and pick up some Osmanthus Wine for me."
System: Do you accept the quest "Buy Osmanthus Wine for Zhang the Blacksmith"?
"Yes."
When Yan Yan arrived at the Tailor Shop, it was packed with players, all eager to take on quests from Li the Tailor. Meanwhile, Zhang the Blacksmith was largely ignored, as players could only accept quests from npnep. Additionally, Zhang the Blacksmith's shop was located at the far east of the newbie village, making it not only remote but also somewhat hidden. Many Newbie Players who hadn’t thoroughly explored the village would struggle to find it. This was also why Yan Yan had spent three hours pulling the Bellows there without seeing a single player.
In stark contrast, the conspicuous Tailor Shop was clearly bustling with activity.
“Make way! Those who have accepted quests, get out!”
“Yeah, if you’ve got your quests, move out! How are we supposed to take on quests if everyone’s crammed in here?”
“What kind of broken game is this? It’s so poorly made; I’m about to suffocate!”
“Ah! Who just touched my chest? Pervert!”
“Move aside! I’ve got my quest; let me through!”
...
Yan Yan looked at the crowded Tailor Shop with a frown. She knew that most players were busy completing the quest to collect Rabbit Fur. Both the System Mall and Li the Tailor were buying Rabbit Fur for one copper each. As a Newbie Player, her starter pack from the System included nothing but a shabby dagger and one copper coin. Oh, and her entire set of Whiteboard Equipment.
With so many people around, squeezing in was impossible—
“Hey there, little sister, why are you just standing here?” A sleazy voice rang in Yan Yan's ear.
She looked up in the direction of the voice and saw a blonde guy grinning at her with ill intentions.
"What brother can help you?"
She had no intention of responding, but upon hearing the words from the yellow-haired man, she paused.
The yellow-haired man looked at her and then at the chaotic Tailor Shop. With a glint in his eye, he leaned closer to Yan Yan and said, "Sister, do you want to go in and take on a mission too? Don't be afraid; I'll help you squeeze in!" With that, he lewdly opened his arms as if to embrace her.
Yan Yan raised her eyes, her sharp gaze locking onto the yellow-haired man's movements. He felt a chill run down his spine from the piercing coldness of her stare. In that moment, he was struck by an overwhelming sense of dread—her eyes, her aura—
The yellow-haired man quickly dropped his swagger, secretly cursing himself for running into a steel wall. Just as he was about to make a hasty retreat, Yan Yan caught him.
"What's wrong? Want to leave?" Her voice carried a hint of coldness, causing the yellow-haired man to freeze mid-turn.
He forced a smile and said, "What do you want, my lady?" While he spoke this way outwardly, inwardly he was slapping himself for being so foolish and showing off.
Yan Yan observed the yellow-haired man, who was adept at reading people’s expressions. His face seemed somewhat familiar. Thoughts raced through her mind as images flashed by until she recalled the face of a notorious information broker from her past life. The broker's appearance was quite similar to the yellow-haired man’s—though the former was more mature and skilled at disguise. However, the distinctive yellow hair—
A smirk crept onto Yan Yan's lips. After all, she had once brought him a significant amount of business. This time, she wouldn’t leave without taking back some capital.
"Information Broker."
Her voice was firm and precise as she revealed the hidden identity of the yellow-haired man.
Each word struck him like a hammer on his heart, heavy yet measured.
"How could this Girl be here?!"
He widened his eyes, disbelief etched on his face.
"How do you know me? Who are you?" His tone was as if he had seen a ghost, causing Yan Yan to raise an eyebrow, a fleeting smile crossing her lips.
"Who am I? I'm someone looking to do business with you. Don't you have some information? Come on, let me hear it. We can collaborate." Yan Yan's seemingly brazen words made the yellow-haired player feel a surge of caution.
Since entering the game, he had never revealed his ID. Yet this person had immediately uncovered his hidden name. Moreover, he had just received a special mission related to her business and hadn’t even warmed up to it yet. Did she really expect him to share? Was he some kind of fool?
With that thought, he decided it was best to slip away without probing into how this Girl knew him.
"Trying to leave?" Yan Yan moved quickly, grabbing the yellow-haired player's wrist. The grip was strong enough to make his joints stiffen. He cautiously said, "Ouch, my lady! Please let go, it hurts—ah!"
"Information Broker, I have a business deal for you," Yan Yan gestured toward the crowded tailor shop filled with players and continued, "The System Mall and tailor shop buy at one copper. I’m offering you a price of copper here. So, will you sell to them or sell to me?"
By the end of her sentence, Information Broker shivered at her half-smiling face and stammered, "Lady, you're buying this Rabbit Fur for one copper? That's not me! Even if I had money, I wouldn't waste it like that."
"Whose money is it anyway?" Yan Yan shot him a piercing look.
Under her gaze, Information Broker felt as if his heart was about to crumble.
"Whose money is that?"
"What about you?"
Yan Yan glanced sideways at his tightly held backpack.
If he didn't understand this, then Huang Mao wasn't just foolish; he was utterly stupid.
"I... I don't... have any money!" he shouted, his voice rough and defiant.
Getting caught by this strange girl today was clearly a sign that he should have checked the calendar before leaving home. He felt like he might not die, but he would definitely suffer.
"I'm not asking you to spend money for nothing. A good deal involves give and take. What is the most valuable thing right now?" Yan Yan's gaze deepened as she spoke softly, "The most valuable thing is information."
As an Information Broker, she certainly understood the power of news. He looked at the plain-looking girl with suspicion and asked, "What kind of information do you have?"
"Information that can make you money."
"Rabbit Fur?"
"Exactly."
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