Demon King: Hero, don’t run away!

Chapter 361: Chapter 361: No Matter How Many Times

Realizing the atmosphere at the scene had suddenly become weird, Yang Yu suddenly discovered that what he had said just now sounded a bit gay,

”What are you all imagining? I don’t have those kinds of special preferences.

I just wanted to teach Sekamens the secret technique of understanding philosophy ♂, appreciate the beauty of cross-dressers, achieve flawless deception to prevent anyone from detecting him in subsequent actions.”

”I always feel like you keep saying things that are hard to understand.”

With a resigned smile, Sekamens continued,

”If needed, I will practice as you have instructed, and I will also try to understand what you are talking about.

This is also to get the generous reward you mentioned.”

Chucking to himself, ”It’s easy to say that, but by that time, don’t you run off with Brother Yang Yu.”

A puzzled expression spread across Sekamens’ face, ”Run off? Why would he want to run off with me?”

”Don’t worry about it, don’t worry about it.”

While telling Sekamens not to worry, Yang Yu mischievously patted Qi on the shoulder and pointed at an open space nearby,

”Qi, you’re in high spirits. From that fight just now, I’ve had quite a few realizations and want to practice with an assassin. You look well-rested; let’s go over there and fight, the kind where we both give it our all.”

I don’t trust you at all, you obviously just want to use me as a punching bag!

Hearing Yang Yu say this, Qi immediately put his hands together in earnest apology,

”I’m sorry, I’m sorry, anything but that, I know I can’t beat you, please spare me.”

Laughter filled the surroundings.

After the laughter, Yang Yu said seriously,

”Let’s stop joking around. Back to the serious topic, it’s time to talk about the reward.

An elf girl will pay us a large sum, but we can only get it after we’ve found her brother and escorted them back to Wansheng Country from their Queen.

The journey to Wansheng Country is perilous, and the fewer people, the better; we can’t take you with us.

However, this makes the issue of your payment a tricky one.

I don’t know how long it will take to return from Wansheng Country, and even if I do return, I can’t be bothered to track you down.

So, regarding the reward for rescuing the elf girl’s brother, I will advance it to you.

But, that being said, I don’t have enough money on me right now. The funds are needed to rescue the trapped elf boy.

So, I have a proposal...”

Yang Yu raised his hand, pointing toward the large door behind Sekamens,

”In fact, when I saw this door, I was sure I had the key to open it. Behind this door, there must be treasure left by the creator of this underground maze.

If I can really open this door, I’m willing to pay you half of the treasure inside.”

As soon as he said this, the scene fell silent once again, Qi and Iron Wall looked at each other.

Finally, Iron Wall hesitantly voiced his opinion, ”Even if everything Mr. Yang Yu is saying is true, I still don’t recommend opening that door.”

”Why?”

Yang Yu felt puzzled. Bai Jin tugged at Yang Yu’s sleeve and projected magic into the giant door, which immediately flickered with a pale blue light,

”There’s a barrier set on this door, and the magic used is not old, likely set in the last few years.”

Upon hearing this from Bai Jin, Yang Yu suddenly realized,

”Red Blood Rose? To prevent others from getting there first, they set up a barrier here?”

”Exactly. Red Blood Rose is an S-class adventure group in Serti, known for their strength despite the older generation retiring.

They are at least comparable to the Tren Republic’s Corpse Collection Coffin and Ocean Duchy’s Island Drifting, not opponents we can afford to provoke now.

I think the best course of action is to sell the key in Mr. Yang Yu’s hands to Red Blood Rose, in exchange for a high reward,” Iron Wall calmly suggested.

However, Yang Yu rejected his proposal,

”Your idea is indeed safe, but if we really give them the key, we might not get much in return, and I don’t want to make a losing deal.

Moreover, as an adventurer, no matter who, once they get the key, would want to personally open the door and see what’s behind.

I am no exception.

No matter the options, I would still choose to open that door with my own hands.

Even if behind that door, there isn’t treasure, but a terrifying beast.”

After saying that, Yang Yu took out the Goblin’s Divine Hand, which he had stored in the system.

In the dim light of the Goblin Maze, the blood-red gemstone emitted a bizarre light, capturing the attention of everyone present.

As soon as the gemstone was taken out, it seemed as though there was an inexplicable force pulling it, gently causing it to float.

This gemstone also seemed to want to return to where it belonged, Yang Yu gently blocked the gemstone’s path,

”We’ve rested enough. If there’s nothing else, you can choose to leave. I’ll open the door alone. Whatever the consequences, I’ll bear them myself.

The treasure behind it, I’ll retrieve and share with you.”

”Underground maze treasures are unclaimed goods. As per the rules among adventurers, whoever gets them, owns them.”

The corners of Sekamens’ mouth turned up into a smile,

”Based on the team’s strength, making a mark here claims ownership of the treasure.

Such cunning is too much. I hate this method and don’t want to accept this outcome.

Since you, Yang Yu, are so resolute, I’m willing to accompany you.”

”Bold and deserving, Sekamens.”

Yang Yu stood up, looking at the other people present,

”If you don’t want to get involved, you can choose to leave. Those who choose to stay need to immediately get ready for battle.

Be mentally prepared for the maze’s master to not let us safely take away the treasures.”

Qi scratched his head and stood up with Yang Yu, ”Since the captain has put it that way, fearing others’ power and fleeing just before battle is no different from being a coward. I want to see what’s behind the door, count me in.”

Seeing the usually timid Qi take a stand, the others quickly reached a consensus.

No one wanted to leave; they all wanted to follow Yang Yu and see what was behind the door.

Yang Yu smiled contentedly, as everyone adjusted their status, drew their weapons, and got ready for battle.

Then, he let go of his hand, allowing the red gemstone to fly toward the center of the silver giant door, the starting point of the system development tree.