Chapter 10 - Two Deceased!

“More treasures?” Hearing the old ghost’s voice, Lin Yu was somewhat surprised.

Initially, he’d invited the ghosts for a “meal” just to complete his task.

Receiving the mysterious, powerful bronze mirror was already a surprise.

Unexpectedly, after the fat ghost started, the other ghosts began offering gifts too!

Lin Yu looked at the fat ghost and found him increasingly likable!

Though his appearance was unpleasant and bloated, this guy certainly knew how to play the game!

Not only could he eat, but he knew how to navigate situations. Lin Yu made a note to remember him!

If he could fight too…

Once Lin Yu obtained the perfect-level Ghost Binding Contract, he would definitely set one aside for him!

Now, Lin Yu turned his attention to the old ghost.

“No need to be so polite,” Lin Yu feigned a bit of reluctance, yet extended his hand, “Let’s see what you’ve got?”

The old ghost nodded respectfully, then took out a necklace with a black cord!

On the black cord hung small white skeletons, each the size of a fingertip!

The dozen small skulls displayed various expressions. Although they lacked flesh, their faces were fierce and pained!

“Young Master, this is a Grudge Skull Necklace I acquired at the ghost market. Wearing it can resist the Yin energy impacts of ghost generals and protect the soul… By infusing it with Yin energy, it can also store and release that energy when needed for counterattacks.

“Of course, you may not need that function… but it makes a fine accessory regardless!”

The old ghost lowered his head as he spoke.

With that, Lin Yu accepted the Grudge Skull Necklace.

【Ding! Detecting Middle-Grade Yin Artifact: Grudge Skull Necklace! Automatically bound to Host!】

“Not bad! Though it doesn’t seem as high-grade as that mirror, it’s surprisingly practical!”

While the old ghost saw Lin Yu as powerful, Lin Yu knew his own strengths and limits.

Having additional defensive measures was more useful than anything!

After all, not all ghosts cared about money! And if he encountered one lacking intelligence… he’d be in trouble!

He also noted the old ghost’s mention of the “ghost market”…

That would certainly be a valuable place for him!

However, he didn’t ask further.

If it was a well-known location, his high-status facade would be at risk!

Seeing two ghosts had already offered gifts, the others rose as well.

“Um, Young Master, I don’t have anything valuable… but this necklace can store Yin energy… so I’ll offer some of my own Yin essence!”

As this ghost spoke, the others echoed their agreement!

A dozen streams of ghostly energy floated toward the Grudge Skull Necklace and were sealed within!

Lin Yu could feel his necklace becoming significantly stronger.

Now he even had an offensive option!

“Thank you, everyone!” He cupped his hands slightly, masking his excitement with a calm demeanor.

The ghosts responded with variations of “Don’t mention it” and “You’re too kind.”

Meanwhile, Xiao Li, who sat by the entrance, was dumbfounded by the harmonious scene!

Is this really a dungeon in a horror game?!

It seemed more like the banquets I’d been to…

The ghosts eagerly gifting Lin Yu items, worried he might not be satisfied. It was just like her relatives and her father’s subordinates gifting her father calligraphy and paintings!

“Is he… really this powerful?” Xiao Li murmured to herself.

After the gift-giving concluded, Lin Yu, who had gained considerably, watched as the ghosts left.

Even though the dungeon lacked a true day-night cycle, it had a similar concept.

The fluctuation of Yin energy outside the inn indicated this shift.

As he watched the outside Yin energy thicken, Lin Yu, now possessing spiritual awareness, could feel the environment growing more “hostile”!

For these ghosts, the outside was likely no safe place either, which was why they hurried to leave before “nightfall” when Yin energy and spirit energy would completely destabilize!

After bidding farewell to all the guests, the account-keeping ghost diligently cleared the table for Lin Yu, and then the innkeeper’s voice echoed.

“Today’s day shift is over. Everyone, gather in the main hall for a meal!”

Lin Yu stiffened slightly upon hearing her voice.

He would soon meet the other ghosts in the inn!

Who knew how the others had fared today?

At that moment, Xiao Li’s face suddenly turned pale, and she let out a startled cry, “Ah!”

“What’s wrong?” Lin Yu looked at the petite girl and asked.

Xiao Li shook her head, lowering her voice and speaking with a trembling tone, “Brother Lin… look at the number of survivors…”

Lin Yu’s mind raced, and he summoned the blood-red text that appeared before him.

“Current survivors: 4”

There are already two deceased?!

Lin Yu was quietly taken aback!

He couldn’t help but wonder… just who were the two who had died?!