Chapter 119

Chapter 119

"Hah, you can't even..."

Pan Ruoxi, noticing the situation, sneered. Just as she was about to mock Yuan Sining's selfishness, she saw Yuan turn to Bu Jiuzhao and Xie Yinxue, suddenly saying, "Mr. Xie, Mr. Mu, allow me to be your bait today."

Bu Jiuzhao responded indifferently, "We don’t need bait."

"Please, hear me out—"

“One bait can lure one Pushapoxia. I'll be right beside you, cutting off a hand as the second bait, allowing you to hunt two Pushapoxias. For the second Pushapoxia—” Yuan Sining held up two fingers, continuing, “We only need two limbs to create an antibody vaccine for me and Ruoxi. The remaining three are yours to do as you please.”

Yesterday, when they couldn't hunt down the Kusaripacha, Marnie's eyes widened in surprise, exclaiming, "Is that even possible?"

Xie Aqi paused for a few seconds, then remarked, "Impressive! I wouldn't have thought of that."

Even the usually reserved Chen Ningmo squinted and muttered, "Intriguing."

Among the eight participating teams, only the teams of Chen Ningmo, Zheng Shu, Xie Yinxue, and Bu Jiuzhao managed to successfully acquire all five limbs of meat yesterday—ignoring Zhuo Changdong's team, which used their deceased teammate's corpse. Aside from them, Xie Aqi and Xiao Xingxi's team performed best with just one limb.

This clearly shows the immense difficulty of hunting the Kusaripacha.

Yet, both the teams of Zheng Shu, Chen Ningmo, and that of Xie Yinxue and Bu Jiuzhao managed to obtain all five limbs, reflecting their unparalleled prowess.

Among these teams, Xie Yinxue and Bu Jiuzhao appeared to be more trustworthy and amiable, not the deceitful kind. Hence, Yuan Sining's first choice would undeniably be them, not Zheng Shu and Chen Ningmo.

"I'm not skilled enough with the gun to hunt a Kusaripacha. However, for Mr. Xie and Mr. Mu, it should be a walk in the park, especially when there's a reward of three additional limbs. Why not take the opportunity?"

Noticing the silence from Xie Yinxue and Bu Jiuzhao after her proposition, Yuan Sining added the above statement.

Realistically, if she hadn't stipulated the "staying by your side" condition, Xie Yinxue might have agreed. But she intentionally did.

Now, if Xie Yinxue and Bu Jiuzhao agree and let Yuan Sining and Pan Ruoxi witness the death of the Kusaripacha, their identity as Kamu will be exposed. Rejecting or showing reluctance would also cast suspicion.

Thus, regardless of Xie Yinxue's decision, everyone could deduce that one among him and Bu Jiuzhao must be the Kamu.

Crucially, he couldn't reveal that "becoming a Kamu is also a way to clear the stage" because without direct evidence, no one would believe, thinking it's a trick.

It was at this moment that Xie Yinxue realized the most significant challenge in this scenario was not hunting the Kusaripacha but surviving the participants' scheming.

Kindness often invites exploitation.

Had he and Bu Jiuzhao acted brutally, Yuan Sining might not have approached them first but instead targeted Zheng Shu and Chen Ningmo.

Being good isn't always easy, after all...

Given the circumstances, it might be better to continue playing the "villain."

Xie Yinxue smiled faintly, looking straight into Yuan Sining's eyes and said, "No."

Yuan Sinin's face showed a subtle change, but she still forced a smile and gently inquired, "Why wouldn't you agree to such a generous offer? Could it be that you all..."

Xie Yinxue, not letting her finish, candidly admitted, "Yes, one of us between Mu Xue and I is a Rakshasa. Can you guess who it might be?"

The smile on Yuan Sinin's face froze.

Why?!

Why isn't Xie Yinxue playing by the rules?!

If he is a Rakshasa, wouldn't it be better for him to just agree? Killing a Kusaripacha would be easy for him anyway; she just wants to ensure her limbs remain intact. If he isn't a Rakshasa, then he should definitely seize this opportunity to profit with three pieces of flesh!

Yuan Sinin was baffled. Soon, she noticed the young man beside her laughing even brighter, glancing at the man next to him, "But he's more likely the one. What ordinary participant has such sharpshooting skills to headshot with a single bullet?"

Chen Ningmo and Zheng Shu, who were observing from the side, halted upon hearing this. Was Xie Yinxue trying to pass the blame onto them?

Bu Jiuzhao, who was implicated by Xie Yinxue, didn't seem bothered, admitting even more openly, "Correct, I'm the Rakshasa. Kill me, take my head to Kultur, and you'll clear the round."

But everyone knew that Yuan Sinin wouldn't dare to act.

Without witnessing their transformation into Kusaripachas, she couldn't be sure if either of them was the Rakshasa, or who it was, or if neither were.

The consequences of mistakenly killing a participant needn't be elaborated on. Without concrete evidence, Yuan Sinin wouldn't risk making a move.

Out of options, Yuan Sinin shifted her gaze to Chen Ningmo and Zheng Shu.

Zheng Shu opened his arms in a welcoming embrace, "Come, if you want to profit with three pieces of flesh, hand over the bait to us."

Yuan Sinin closed her eyes briefly, ignoring them. She turned to Pan Ruoxi, nodding, "Alright, we won't hunt today. We'll wait to buy someone else's leftover vaccine or use our own as bait."

Zheng Shu murmured in discontent, "Why? Do Chen and I seem so untrustworthy to you?"

"Suit yourself," Pan Ruoxi replied nonchalantly, standing her ground. "I won't risk using my own flesh as bait for someone with your shooting skills. Just forget about it."

Yesterday was over. Six days remained, and she had five pieces of flesh. She only needed to buy one more antibody vaccine to clear the round, so why risk it all?

Xie Yinxue was pleased with Pan Ruoxi's discernment. Smiling, he told her, "We'll give you our extra vaccine today, no charge."

"Really?" Pan Ruoxi exclaimed in delight, rushing over to Xie Yinxue and bowing repeatedly, "Thank you so much, may you be blessed with safety all your life."

The rest began to strategize. Xie Ahqiu was the first to approach, uncharacteristically using a gentle tone to flatter Xie Yinxue, "Mr. Xie, may I reserve your extra vaccine for the day after tomorrow? I can pay."

Xie Yinxue readily replied, "Of course."

Xiao Xingxi timidly raised her hand, "Then, I'd like to reserve the one for the day after next."

"That's fine," Xie Yinxue responded with a glint in his eye, "We have three days left. Which four of you would like to reserve? Anyone but Yuan Sinin is acceptable."

"Me! Me! Me!"

Mu Yujing and Meng Ni simultaneously raised their hands, eager to speak up.

If it weren't for Zhuo Changdong, Feng Jinshan, and Cui Haocheng leaving the meditation room earlier, they might have also clamored for the remaining spot.

Witnessing this scene, Yuan Sinin's face grew even darker.

Zheng Shu's smile faded, glaring at Xie Yinxue he gritted his teeth, "Xie Yinxue, this is unfair competition!"

"I'm not even charging for it, how is that unfair?" Xie Yinxue quirked an eyebrow, confidently retorting, "I'm simply being charitable."

Zheng Shu was left speechless.

Annoyingly, Xie Yinxue turned to the few girls who had reserved his vaccine and kindly said, "Stay inside the starship and rest. There's no need to exhaust yourselves outside anymore."

Receiving favors makes one feel obligated.

Naturally, the girls obediently agreed, chiming in unison with a sweet tone, "Okay~"

Liu Buhua took a deep breath, expressing admiration, "That's why he's the godfather. I'm so envious..."

Bu Jiuzhao: "..."

Bu Jiuzhao felt that things were taking an odd turn.

After leaving the starship, he looked at the rifle in his hand, then glanced at the young man leisurely strolling beside him. He suddenly felt like he was just being used.

He asked Xie Yinxue, "So, now I'm supposed to hunt Kusaripachas for you every day while you take care of the other women?"

The young man glanced at him, calmly responding, "Given the recent dire circumstances, without such a strategy, our Rakshasa identities would've surely been exposed. It's in both our interests to keep it secret. Prioritize the greater good and don't play the victim when you're benefiting."

Bu Jiuzhao: "?"

Is this something a person should even say?

"Ah, in the end, it's my fault for underestimating," the young man admitted with a sigh of resignation. "Those who survive until the later stages of 'Locking Life' are truly no ordinary individuals."

There's truth in that.

Yuan Sinin is sharp-witted, but it's unfortunate that she met Xie Yinxue, a crafty genius.

Still, Bu Jiuzhao warned Xie Yinxue, "Be careful, she might be backed into a corner."

If Yuan Sinin is completely cornered, she might go down with everyone else. Such instances are not rare in the 'Locking Life' instance.

Xie Yinxue responded, "I'm aware. Let her learn a lesson for a few days."

Neither he, Bu Jiuzhao, nor Liu Buhua intend to use the vaccine made from Kusaripachas. They have an ample stock left. If Yuan Sinin truly plans to bring everyone down, they can offer her another dose to appease her.

"Bu Jiuzhao, can we walk further today?"

As they reached the ruins of the park where they hunted the previous day, Xie Yinxue continued walking, looking up to say, "I'd like to appreciate the scenery in this instance."

Bu Jiuzhao retorted, "It's just ruins and rubble. What's there to appreciate?"

"In other instances, I was always engrossed in figuring out how to clear them and rarely had such peaceful moments," Xie Yinxue said with a smile. "Besides, if I don't survive, these sights will become things I can never behold again."

Bu Jiuzhao scoffed, "I think you just enjoy making me go the extra mile."

Even if he said that, Bu Jiuzhao went along with Xie Yinxue's wish, walking beside him into the distance.

Even in these bleak post-apocalyptic ruins filled with dust and desolation, there's a distinct romantic aura. It feels like they are the last two people on Earth, and as long as they have each other, they can keep moving forward, indefinitely.

Author's note:

NPC: I support my wife in maintaining other women.

Mr. Xie: May good men have a peaceful life.

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