Is the condition harsh?
No!
Three sets of perfect-grade adventure gear, one rare-grade adventure sword, totaling 230,000 in resources.
For the current stage.
The daily resource exploration value of surviving survivors in the dungeon is around 10,000 or more, and this is a relatively low figure.
For those with outstanding abilities, even 30,000 to 50,000 is not impossible.
Keep in mind—
With the dungeon fusion, the current dungeon space is equivalent to four previous spaces, meaning the efficiency of resource acquisition has quadrupled.
The chance of encountering beasts has indeed increased.
But, at this point, how many survivors have truly never encountered beasts?
Furthermore, Orc mercenaries are more experienced and seasoned than survivors.
As long as they are willing to work hard, they wouldn't need to wait 10 or 15 days; 5 days would be enough for them to bring 230,000 worth of resources to Chen Yu.
These were all calculations Chen Yu had made.
He wasn't just squeezing them dry; the requirements he set were based on the possibility of completion, not malicious exploitation of his employees.
However, the Orc mercenaries didn't see it that way.
They had one thought.
A massive profit!
Perfect-grade three-piece set, rare-grade weapon, all obtained so easily.
230,000 in resources?
Even if Chen Yu asked for 2.3 million in resources, they wouldn't hesitate for a second. Such equipment was top-tier gear in the eyes of adventurers, and even if they saved for a year without eating or drinking, they might not be able to afford such a set.
What did good equipment represent?
It meant they were safer during exploration and could handle unexpected situations more effectively.
Life-saving!
In this world, what could be more important than life itself?
"No problem!"
Wearing the perfect-grade adventure set and wielding the rare-grade adventure sword, the few Orc mercenaries were like injected with chicken blood, thumping their chests.
"Don't worry, boss, we definitely won't disappoint you."
"I believe you," Chen Yu said, not dampening their surging enthusiasm, nodding with a smile. "I believe every employee in my company is outstanding. My company has no mediocre individuals. The fact that you could join me means you possess exceptional abilities. I believe in you."
[Dungeon Reminder: Tian He loyalty increased by 50]
[Dungeon Reminder: Arno loyalty increased by 70]
[Dungeon Reminder: George loyalty increased by 60]
[Dungeon Reminder: Kairi loyalty increased by 50]
…
Simple encouragement and recognition caused the loyalty of the few Orc mercenaries to soar instantly. Their eyes showed that they were truly convinced by Chen Yu and had completely entrusted their future to him.
Chen Yu also glanced at the enslavement list.
These individuals had indeed reached the first tier of loyalty rankings, with full loyalty at 200 points.
Not bad!
No wonder many company CEOs liked to give speeches and praise their employees from time to time; it truly yielded significant returns.
No resource expenditure was needed.
With just a few words, employees could be made to serve with unwavering devotion.
Low investment, high return!
"We will definitely not let down the leader's appreciation!" Led by Tian He, the Orcs became even more excited, their eyes blazing like torches.
From the depths of their eyes, a burning flame seemed to be visible.
"Boss~"
After about ten seconds, Tian He took a deep breath and whispered.
"About this equipment, should we tell the other mercenaries? They don't have any gear either. If they could also get this equipment, I believe they wouldn't disappoint you."
"You can."
As Chen Yu permitted, a few minutes later—
[Dungeon Reminder: Laurie loyalty increased by 85]
[Dungeon Reminder: Rhino loyalty increased by 45]
[Dungeon Reminder: Aka loyalty increased by 30]
[Dungeon Reminder: Baka loyalty increased by 60]
…
The loyalty of the entire camp's mercenaries soared.
Dozens of Orc mercenaries stood at the main camp, wearing perfect-grade three-piece sets and holding adventure swords, their faces beaming like sunflowers.
What?!
This equipment doesn't belong to them yet, and there's a debt of 230,000 in resources?
Who cared about that?
Their perspective was too limited.
None of those who received this equipment cared about those resources.
"Stop grinning, everyone. We should be most grateful to our boss for getting this equipment!" Tian He shouted, raising his adventure sword. "Thank our boss, Long live our boss!"
"Long live our boss!!!"
"For the camp, we'll give our lives!"
"Give our lives!!!"
Deafening shouts continued without end. Dozens of mercenaries, swords raised in unison, pounded their chests with their right fists, their eyes filled with solemnity.
For some reason, seeing this scene, Chen Yu seemed to be moved.
The gazes that met his, the serious and respectful expressions, made him truly feel that he was a leader now.
These Orc mercenaries before him were his warriors!
"Explore the dungeon, let's go!"
Tian He swung his arm.
The mighty Orc mercenary troop marched towards the six space displacement points. White light surged, and the well-equipped Orc mercenaries vanished from the camp.
"Heh!"
"Leader, I've really become a small leader now."
Watching their retreating backs, Chen Yu couldn't help but lower his head and chuckle.
This feeling wasn't bad at all.
Another thing that brought him joy was the impending income of 6.3 million in resources, and the actual value of these resources might even be higher.
He, collects treasure chests!
Opening chests,
holds infinite possibilities.
"Leader."
A soft voice reached Chen Yu's ear.
Tilting his head slightly, he saw Kailin swaying her hips as she walked over, holding a glass board.
"Kailin~" Chen Yu smiled slightly. "You're up quite early. How are you finding the camp? Are you accustomed to living here?"
"Thank you for your concern, leader. I like everything about our place."
"That's good."
Smiling and nodding gently, Chen Yu then looked at the glass board in Kailin's hand.
"This is..."
"This is a table I compiled last night based on the value of various resources," Kailin said, handing the glass board over. Chen Yu took it and glanced at it.
There weren't any major issues; it was just Chen Yu's usual resource acquisition prices.
However—
Purely based on this, Chen Yu wouldn't profit.
"Overall, it's fine."
Chen Yu gently extended the glass board, and Kailin cupped it with both hands to receive it.
"But there still need to be some adjustments," Chen Yu said, raising a finger and tapping the glass board. "There are some other details I need to discuss with you."
"Yes, leader, please tell me."
"Come to my room."
As he finished speaking, Chen Yu rose from his seat and walked towards the camp quarters. Kailin's eyes immediately widened, and she whispered, Chen Yu's words echoing in her mind.
"Go... go to the room?"
"Go to the room?!"
Author's notes:
Woke up at four, wanted to post before six, but at five the power went out. It just came back on, amazing! For the first time in a while, I'll say this: Good morning, have you eaten?!