The world has turned into Hell's Game, why should I stay human?!-Chapter 1140 - 716: Back to the Black Market (Part 2)

Chapter 1140: Chapter 716: Back to the Black Market (Part 2)

"What kind of work do you think I’m suited for, such low-end jobs?"

Niu Ma lifted its head proudly, raising one end of the spirit car as well.

"But there’s not much of a difference, mainly helping people in the trade with some transporting tasks."

Then, it slightly lowered its voice.

"Theft or robbery?"

Liu Zheng asked.

"How would I know? I never ask where the stuff comes from or what it is. Wherever I’m told to deliver, I just deliver it. Billing is based on weight and volume."

Niu Ma replied.

"I must say, that really is a way to go."

He nodded.

With the Bloody Restaurant as a cover, City Hall people generally don’t cause trouble most of the time.

Even if they do come for inspections, as long as one’s strength is enough, one can completely break through.

When asked later, you simply say it was a delivery already sent out. Anyway, City Hall won’t verify the content of restaurant deliveries.

"Of course, I was the first to think of this method. It’s both safe and simple, perfect for earning startup capital."

Niu Ma said smugly.

"Originally, if you were reliable, I would’ve told you about this method in a while, and maybe even introduced you to some business. Who would’ve known your money-making tricks are so fierce? You’re definitely not interested in this small money."

It glanced at Liu Zheng.

"It’s not that I’m not interested, mainly there’s no time."

The latter sighed.

He hardly had any time to rest in a day, always on the way to take care of things or looking for opportunities, no time for carrying bricks to earn money—paying someone to carry bricks would be more likely.

Just like this time with the cart, if Niu Ma wasn’t helping, he would have to call Niu Daji and Panda.

He didn’t call them mainly because, first, they were really tired these past two days, and second, they weren’t familiar with the city’s nights.

"Cats have their ways, mice have theirs. You chose this path, so just walk it."

Niu Ma said lightly.

Without words along the way, the two arrived at the entrance of the Black Market.

Niu Ma pushed the spirit car into a corner, then drew a circle around it with its hooves.

"Alright, go on in."

It said.

"Okay."

After passing the inspection, the two once again traversed the red mist.

"Let’s first pay a visit to Boss Oynk."

Niu Ma said.

"Alright."

He followed Niu Ma to the slaughterhouse.

The room was still filled with stoves and pots, the rich aroma of meat making anyone’s mouth water, as long as you didn’t investigate the origin of this "meat."

Oynk’s back was still imposing, like a wall full of scars yet standing firm.

But this time, it wasn’t barbecue; it was pan-frying steaks.

Two palm-sized steaks were already cooked medium, their origins untraceable, sizzling with oil. Eggs, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli were being pan-fried alongside, slightly charred, looking delicious.

"You really came at the right time."

Oynk turned around to look at them.

"Did you come by smelling it?"

Its tone never betrayed any emotions.

"No, this kid asked me to help with the cart, so I thought I’d rip him off and pay you a visit along the way."

Niu Ma said honestly.

"Just visiting empty-handed?"

"Hurry and take out your wine."

Niu Ma nudged Liu Zheng with its mouth.

Liu Zheng rolled his eyes and took out two bottles of Golden Label and three bottles of Silver Label.

Oynk was Niu Ma’s boss, essentially his big brother, so offerings were normal.

Besides, he rarely visited the Black Market, giving extra all at once wasn’t an issue.

"Du Kang Wine Workshop’s Golden and Silver Label, quite generous. Tell me then, what do you want from me?"

Oynk gestured for Liu Zheng to place the wine on the slaughter table, then asked.

"I don’t have anything, see if this kid does."

Niu Ma shook its head.

"Can I buy some ’meat’ from you?"

Liu Zheng originally wanted to say no, but remembering the Tomb Guardian’s advice, he asked anyway.

"What do you need ’meat’ for? Given your strength, you’re not at the stage where you need ’meat’ for training."

Oynk asked.

"It’s like this..."

He explained to Oynk about the Tomb Guardian asking him to rob a grave.

"How much do you need?"

Oynk asked after listening.

"I’m not sure, sell me as you see fit."

Liu Zheng shrugged.

"One million, choose for yourself, you can only buy once."

Oynk pointed to the hooks with chunks of meat hanging on them.

"Okay."

He first put a million on the slaughter table, then looked at the hooks.

The meat on the hooks varied in size; naturally, one would choose the larger pieces.

But since Oynk said this, these meat chunks surely weren’t as simple as they appeared.

"Big boss, any hints?"

Liu Zheng shamelessly asked.

"Yes, don’t buy."

Oynk said plainly.

"Great tip, pity I won’t listen."

He took out some makeup tools and painted a clown face for himself.

"’Lucky Clown Card’ effect triggered."

A system prompt sounded.

He closed his eyes, spun around, then threw "Anger" out.

"Clang!"

The blade struck a hook, then fell to the ground.

"I’ll take the one I just hit."

Liu Zheng opened his eyes and said.

"Okay."

Oynk pointed, and a hook descended.

He went over, took the chunk off the hook, and what was once a whole back leg became a translucent piece of meat, inside which was a small bone chip.

"Bone meat!"

Liu Zheng exclaimed with joy.

The aroma, several times more intense than meat soup or steak, penetrated his nostrils and delved into his mind. Every cell in his body craved the nutrients.

He resisted the urge to eat and put the "bone meat" into the Headless Mandarin Duck Pouch.

"Thank you, Boss Oynk."

Liu Zheng sincerely expressed his gratitude.

Drawing "bone meat" with one shot, he didn’t believe there wasn’t some under-the-table maneuver.

"Just a transaction, no need for thanks. You should leave now, someone’s coming soon."

Oynk said.

"Alright."

The two left the slaughterhouse.

Before the wooden door fully closed, Liu Zheng saw Oynk pick up the Golden Label.

"Hey, split the ’bone meat’ with me."

Niu Ma stared greedily at his pouch.

"Sure."

Before Niu Ma could get excited, Liu Zheng continued.

"If you’ll join me in grave robbing."

"Forget it, I’m not eating."

Niu Ma rolled its eyes.

That dump of a cemetery, it wouldn’t usually want to go, let alone for grave robbing.

"Well, there’s no helping that then."

Liu Zheng knew it wouldn’t agree, just wanted to shut it up.

"Tch, hand over the money, I’m off to have fun."

Niu Ma extended its hoof.

"I’ll go with you, whatever you spend, I’ll cover."

He intended to avoid giving Niu Ma a chance to splurge his tab.

"You? Come back when you can push a spirit car with one tentacle. For now, go play with something kids play with."

Niu Ma dismissed scornfully.

"What thing?"

Liu Zheng asked.

"Aren’t you lucky? Then try that house. I’ll find you when I’m done. Go elsewhere if you like, but if you get conned, I won’t be bailing you out."

Niu Ma pointed and walked off.

"Acting like you’re capable of rescuing anyone."

He rolled his eyes.

The last time at the casino, if it weren’t for Oynk stepping in, both of them would have been held back by the Demon.

But he wasn’t planning to wander aimlessly, obtaining the "bone meat" already exceeded his goals for this trip to the Black Market.

Liu Zheng walked to the house Niu Ma pointed to, the door was closed, and there were no lights inside.

He thought for a moment and politely knocked three times.

"Knock, knock, knock!"

With the third knock, the inside of the house lit up.

He tried pushing the door, which opened smoothly.

"Welcome to the Fun Blind Box House."

A voice sounded.

Liu Zheng looked toward the source and found a gift box in the corner of the room, the voice coming from the box.

"Hello, I was recommended by Niu Ma."

He said.

"So you’re recommended by Niu Ma. No worries, a guest is a guest, and I won’t hold that against you."

The voice from the gift box reassured.

"..."

Liu Zheng squinted.

He felt like he got tricked by Niu Ma.