"Zhou Lin has always been clear about grievances and favors. Although he loves money, he has his principles and isn't someone who makes unreasonable demands. This person… is truly a pleasant surprise. I used to think Zhou Lin's love for money meant he wouldn't miss any opportunity."
"But now, I was shortsighted."
The dean rubbed his forehead helplessly. One truly couldn't judge a book by its cover; Zhou Lin was completely different from before.
"Speaking of which, this axe is really special, and it has lightning on it."
Professor Wen stared at the large screen before him, his gaze fixed on the axe. No wonder Professor Hu had been so interested in this item before. Good weapons were indeed a pleasure to behold.
"Who knows what material Zhou Lin's things are made of? Perhaps his master gave it to him. It's hard to say."
"Zhou Lin is full of treasures. I once approached him, but he asked for money. If I wanted to see some of his treasures, it would cost money."
"Haha, me too. I just don't have enough money in my purse."
"Don't even mention it. This Zhou Lin is like Zhou Bapi; they share the same surname, Zhou."
The entire conference room was filled with murmurs.
At this moment, Zhou Lin's video was being replayed across the internet in Daxia.
Huhu Shenwei App: Shocking!!! The magical abilities of a novelist have successfully resolved the archaeological team's predicament and also successfully rescued the Eagle Country.
Xiao Ming Has Something to Say: The novelist has once again taken action to deal with the Hanba. The terrifying Hanba is actually everywhere; it's truly terrifying.
Han Dou Video: The Hanba that shocked the world has now been defeated by the novelist.
Bai Ke Bai Jia: The novelist has once again taken action, successfully rescuing mercenaries and providing compensation. What is the novelist's magnanimity truly like???
Below the video, there were comments from netizens.
"My boss's magnanimity is greater than I thought. If it were me, would I just give away over twenty million so easily?"
"I think so too. I wouldn't give away so much so casually. I'm clearly a petty person."
"Haha, yes, yes. I can't do it to that extent."
"Speaking of which, if the boss does this, will the professors from the Eagle Country's faces turn green?"
"Haha, it's probably going to be quite an embarrassing sight."
...
Overseas.
Eagle Country:
"Damn it, is this Zhou Lin doing this on purpose? He just wants our money, doesn't he? How detestable."
"If we've given it, we've given it. Why give so much to a mercenary? Why do their people have money? Our own staff don't, and we even have to pay out of pocket?"
"Who told our people not to listen? Not to heed advice? They brought this upon themselves, so who can they blame?"
Sakura Country:
"It's not like that. Zhou Lin is so capable; it wouldn't be impossible for him to stop the people from the Eagle Country, just like our people. It's just a matter of willingness or unwillingness."
"That's a very reasonable point. I think so too. Our Sakura Country lost people, and it has something to do with Daxia. Not only did people die, but we were also extorted for a lot of money. It's all Daxia's fault."
"I agree with what you're saying. This matter is inseparable from Daxia."
Great Cold Kingdom:
"It seems to be the case. I also think what Sakura Country said is right."
"But this matter can't be entirely Daxia's fault. It's on the Eagle Country's side. They are responsible for their own safety. It's not entirely Daxia's fault."
"But they should have intervened. Look at the Eagle Country now? Isn't this going a bit too far?"
Daxia:
"Eagle Country, are all your citizens blind? You wanted to court death, so who can you blame? Why should we stop you? Besides, it's not like we didn't try to stop you. You're all spineless, stubborn fools who brought it upon yourselves, aren't you?"
"Sakura Country, are you sick? What does this matter have to do with you? Is your own country's backyard clean? How dare you talk about others? Your professors have embarrassed themselves internationally, and you still dare to criticize others?"
"Great Cold Kingdom, as a lackey, you are truly performing your duties diligently. Your lackey-like demeanor makes my eyes sting. Such loyal dogs are rare these days."
Subsequently, there were curses from all over the world.
At this moment, blacksmith masters in Daxia all received the same order.
"What is this thing? An axe? What kind of axe is like this?"
The blacksmith master was astonished upon seeing the blueprint.
"Master, please help us."
One customer pleaded with the blacksmith master.
"How can I make this? I don't know how. I've never seen an axe like this. Aren't you just making trouble?"
The blacksmith master was very speechless upon seeing the blueprint.
"Ten thousand yuan, and if you can forge it, it's yours."
Seeing the money being offered, the customer's eyes lit up.
"Deal. Come back in three days to pick it up. Trust me, I can do it."
The blacksmith master showed a determined look. Who would refuse money?
Blacksmith masters across the country were studying a large axe about a meter long…
And it should have the appearance of lightning.
Inside the tomb.
Zhou Lin and the metaphysics professor walked to the wall. At the very end of the wall, a mural appeared, depicting a scene related to this little zombie.
"This little zombie was a master from ancient times, or more accurately, a tomb raider."
Zhou Lin had already connected the dots about this person's identity when he saw the bone-shrinking technique.
"Bone-shrinking technique? Is that real?"
The metaphysics professor had only seen it on television before and never expected it to be real.
"Why not? In ancient times, it was a skill for making a living. Tomb raiders practiced it diligently to be able to move freely through small tunnels. It's very difficult."
"This little zombie is a skilled practitioner, and he understands feng shui. The carvings on this coffin have meaning. Look at what's carved on it."
Zhou Lin pointed his finger at the coffin opposite them.
The metaphysics professor, Guo Liang, and some students curiously looked at the coffin.
On the coffin, a creature was carved, a ferocious bird.
"Is this? A fierce beast?"
Guo Liang, standing nearby, looked at the carving of a bird. However, this bird looked somewhat strange. It resembled a phoenix, but upon closer inspection, it was not. Its eyes were filled with malevolence.
"This is a ferocious bird, the Nine Nether Yin Sparrow. It's a creature from the underworld, born from immense Yin energy. This creature can be considered the ancestor of malevolent spirits, renowned alongside the phoenix."
"This is a primary condition for it to become a Hanba."
Zhou Lin said slowly upon seeing it.
"How do you know it was his own request? What if it wasn't?"