Chapter 12: Waiting for the Monster to Return
Although they had analyzed the rules of the Forbidden Zone game, they still glanced at Qin Chuan, wondering if his small frame could truly face the dangers ahead. Judging by the situation with Shen Gongbao, the monsters here were far more formidable. No one knew just how perilous the Forbidden Zone really was. Qin Chuan’s ability to tame Shen Gongbao did not guarantee he could confront other threats.
The Yanhuang online community remained deeply concerned. He was both a lucky child and one of their own from Yanhuang, yet only four years old—a mere little brat. How they wished for Qin Chuan’s continued good fortune and survival.
But Qin Chuan was never one to follow the expected path. Upon hearing there were resources inside, he gleefully dashed forward.
“So touching! I didn’t expect Qin Chuan to have such a patriotic spirit at such a young age.”
“This is the result of our country’s education—instilling patriotism from childhood. It seems very effective.”
“We should thank the director of the Beihai Orphanage. I’m sure he must be a wonderful man.”
At that moment, Bingbing spoke up: “I have good news for you all. Our live broadcast will invite several important figures from within the country to help everyone better understand Qin Chuan. Among them will be Qin Simian, the director of the Beihai Orphanage who adopted Qin Chuan.”
Upon hearing this, the viewers were delighted.
“Great job! Although the director isn’t Qin Chuan’s parent, raising him since childhood makes him like a father figure.”
“I bet when that brat ventured into the Forbidden Zone, the director was very worried.”
Qin Simian: No, I’m quite happy. That troublemaker finally left.
“Bingbing, honey, when will they appear?”
“It’ll be tomorrow. Everyone, please be patient.”
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Qin Chuan ran through the forest with a bright smile, effortlessly leaping over obstacles along the way. His agility earned widespread admiration from the viewers. If only he were a bit older.
Qin Chuan noticed Shen Gongbao lagging behind, hesitating timidly, which earned a look of disdain.
He picked up a stone from the ground and accurately struck Shen Gongbao on the head, causing another bump to form.
“Hurry up and keep up.”
Hands on his hips, Qin Chuan threatened with imposing authority.
Shen Gongbao immediately followed without hesitation. It had indeed attempted to flee earlier, but who expected this human to be so cunning?
After some time, the pair pushed aside a patch of grass, revealing a completely new sight.
“Are these... eggs?”
Qin Chuan looked at Shen Gongbao with dissatisfaction. Were these the treasures he had mentioned?
Shen Gongbao quickly shook its head and pointed to a nearby tree.
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Qin Chuan observed carefully and realized this tree was different from the others around it. Soon, words appeared before his eyes.
[Three-Star Resource Tree—Available for Occupation]
These words also appeared on Yanhuang’s live broadcast screen, instantly widening the eyes of everyone watching.
“Holy crap! A resource tree! And it’s a three-star one!”
“Occupy it quickly! What are you waiting for?”
“Don’t forget, there are monsters guarding this place.”
“All the more reason to seize it fast and leave immediately.”
“That monster must be out hunting. Animals need to eat too.”
Qin Chuan was genuinely surprised; Shen Gongbao hadn’t lied—there really were resources here.
Without hesitation, Qin Chuan stepped forward and placed his hand on the tree.
[Remain within a 20-meter radius of the resource tree for ten minutes to successfully claim the Three-Star Resource Tree.]
Everyone was stunned. Such a rule existed?
Before anyone could say more, another prompt appeared.
[Resource tree guardian beast is returning. Please handle with caution.]
The crowd was speechless. So to acquire resources, one had to kill the monster guarding them. Deception or diversion tactics wouldn’t work.
“Damn! I thought I could get a free resource, but now I have to wait ten full minutes?”
“Looks like this is a test for the lucky one. Only by becoming stronger can he defeat the monsters and earn rewards.”
“This is a three-star resource, so the guarding monster must be three-star level too, right?”
“By normal logic, yes.”
“That means Qin Chuan is in danger.”
“This brat has a shadow leopard protecting him; why does he insist on courting death?”
“He’s doing it for the resources, you know.”
“Nonsense! He’s just playing around.”
“He’s still a child. Isn’t it normal for kids to like playing? Didn’t you enjoy playing when you were four?”
“You all always judge a four-year-old with adult logic. Isn’t that embarrassing?”
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“Oh, the monster’s coming back.”
Qin Chuan naturally heard the alert.
Yet instead of fear, he said, “Finally coming back! I’m so happy.”
The viewers in the live room were collectively dumbfounded.
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What kind of thought process is that?
His curiosity is just overwhelming.
“Stop right there! Where do you think you’re going?”
Qin Chuan grabbed Shen Gongbao’s tail firmly and asked coldly.
Shen Gongbao looked back, trembling at Qin Chuan’s sinister gaze. This scene left countless viewers speechless.
How could a leopard standing one and a half meters tall and stretching three meters long be so afraid of a four-year-old child under one meter tall?
Isn’t that humiliating for the leopard?
“Smack!”
Qin Chuan glared and kicked the leopard’s face, unleashing a rapid lightning kick combo that made the leopard painfully understand the consequences of abandoning him.
“Waaah!”
The leopard, disheartened, curled up in a corner, silently crying.
“Hissss~~”
Soon, a strange sound echoed nearby.
Shen Gongbao grew even more frightened, curling into a ball with its fur standing on end. Was this self-inflicted? Bringing Qin Chuan to such a dangerous place?
What about the plan?
Who knew he had been outwitted.
Such carelessness.
“Finally, it’s here.”
Qin Chuan approached the eggs, which were as large as he was.
He found a comfortable spot, lay down upon it, and waited for the monster’s arrival.
The viewers watching this scene could only say, “Impressive.”
“Fearless in the face of danger. This little brat is defying the heavens.”
“What’s fear? Our little rascal doesn’t even know what that is.”
“What kind of monster could that sound be?”
“Sounds like some kind of serpent.”
“Look at those eggs—they’re as big as the brat himself. How huge must the monster be?”
The more they pondered, the more terrifying it became. A creature laying eggs that large must be truly monstrous.
As their discussion continued, one problem became clear: this time, the little brat might really be doomed.
A three-star level monster was far beyond what he could currently handle.