Chapter 34: Frieren-sama, trash cans and treasure chests can be compared!
「 I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Serval, and I'm the owner of this mechanical house." Serval introduced herself enthusiastically, "If you have any broken equipment, you can come to me, but I can't guarantee that I'm interested in repairing it."
"No, no, I'm just curious about this heater..."
"This is just an ordinary earth heater. There are many of them in the administrative district." Serval pointed to the one in front of her store.
"And the one under your feet is broken. I haven't had time to fix it yet."
"Earth's marrow?"
"I heard from a careless guard that there are several 'outsiders' in Beloberg. I think you are, right?"
Serval smiled faintly, gathered the hair beside her cheeks, bent down, knocked on the broken heater under her feet, and explained: "The earth's marrow is a special mineral energy produced here. From the city heating to the timer in your hand, all are powered by the earth's marrow."
"The Earth's core is mined by professional mining teams in the lower districts, and then transported to the surface through pipelines. Conversely, the upper districts will use the same pipelines to transport materials that are only available on the surface to the surface."
"You don't know? The city structure of Beloberg is like two large disks connected together. The upper area is responsible for administration and trade, and the lower area is responsible for energy supply and resource extraction. " 」
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~Runeterra World~
When Hilco saw this scene, he immediately found it very familiar.
...Isn't this the relationship between Piltover and Zaun?!
The upper city of Piltover thrives on technology, wealth, and glory, while the lower city of Zaun is plagued by polluted air and toxic rivers. The upper city is accompanied by glamour and beauty, while the lower city is forever associated with filth...
He could almost guess without thinking that the environment in the downtown area must be quite harsh.
"Do you think there is a 'Silco' in their lower level area?"
Jinx thought this was so interesting and fun. It was like a new version of Zaun and Piltover in another world! She jumped from the rafters, jumped next to Silko, and winked at him.
"Wherever there is oppression and inequality, wherever there is no respect and independence, there will be 'Silco'."
After that, he raised his hand to straighten the tie under his neck and said in a low voice:
"Jinx, believe me, the lower city of Beloberg will definitely have its own 'Silco'."
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「 After chatting with Serval for a while, the three of them went to the Goethe Hotel arranged by Cocolia to check in.
Along the way, they saw many citizens gathered on the street next to the hotel and crying. After asking around, they learned that all of these people's property had been left in the Rift, and the street was now blocked, so these ordinary citizens were no longer allowed to pass.
"This world is full of disasters." Stelle looked at the soldiers waiting outside the Rift, "Can the soldiers stop the Rift from invading?"
Dan Heng shook his head regretfully: "It's impossible. As long as the star core is still active, the erosion will continue to expand. The soldiers can only temporarily clear the monsters in the rift, but the monsters will continue to be born and multiply. "
"We will talk to the Great Guardian tomorrow and set out to find the Stellaron as soon as possible to resolve the issue as soon as possible!" March 7th couldn't bear to see those old men crying in despair. It was too pitiful.
Dan Heng and Stelle nodded, neither of them objected. The first day of the pioneering journey was tiring enough, and at this moment, March 7th, just wanted to fall asleep on the soft bed.
But before entering the hotel, March 7th, Danheng discovered that Stelle didn't follow them.
She stopped where she was, her eyes drawn to an unremarkable trash can next to the spiral staircase. 」
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~Frieren: Beyond Journey's End World~
"Ah...what's so good about a trash can?"
Xiutark was puzzled, but looking at Stelle's serious expression, he didn't dare to make a hasty judgment. Was there a star core sealed in Stelle's body? What if she could see something incredible?
But...
"Isn't a trash can just a trash can? What else can be in it besides trash?"
He glanced at Frieren beside him,
"Frieren, can you see anything?"
Frieren closed her eyes and shook her head.
"But I'm familiar with the way she looks at the trash can."
Sein opened his mouth in surprise and said in disbelief,
"It's exactly the same as when I looked at Miss Himeko!"
"You..."
Fern was too lazy to complain anymore.
...Can a trash can be compared to a beauty picked from thousands of miles away?!
Frieren placed her index finger on her lips and said after a moment of thought,
"If possible, are there precious treasures inside? For example, an abandoned peerless sword, or an extremely rare magic book..."
"Frieren-sama, do you think the trash can is a treasure chest monster?!"
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「 Under the shocked gazes of everyone in the heavens and the worlds, Stelle slowly placed her hand on the lid of the trash can and slowly opened it...
——As expected, there is only garbage inside.
Dan Heng and March 7th opened their eyes wide at the same time. This scene... they had never seen it before.
"Hey, hey, hey! What are you doing, Stelle!"
Stelle originally wanted to continue exploring the next trash can, but was pulled back by March 7th.
After all, he is a distinguished guest appointed by the Great Guardian. If someone were to find him rummaging through the garbage in the middle of the night... just imagining it, March 7th's toes would dig out a three-bedroom apartment.
After entering the hotel, Dan Heng pulled March 7th aside and confirmed that there was no one else nearby except Stelle, then he said solemnly: "March was in Klipperburg at the time--"
"Hey, stop! I know what you're going to say: 'March, you talked too much', 'March, you shouldn't reveal our purpose to someone you don't trust'… I know, it's your fault for beating around the bush and not talking properly."
March 7th protest.
"But look, isn't the result good now? Not only are we staying in a super luxurious hotel, but we also have the support of local forces! It seems that this pioneering mission is also going smoothly!"
"No, that's not what I want to say." Dan Heng shook his head, "Have you ever noticed the [ Great Guardian ]?"
"Of course. After adventuring with you guys for so long, my observation skills have been honed. Hey, they are extremely sharp~" March 7th laughed and puffed out her chest proudly.
"Am I the only one who didn't find anything?" Stelle scratched her head.
"Don't worry about your trash can anymore. It will appear naturally after you have been adventuring with us for a long time." March 7th, patted Stelle's shoulder and continued Danheng's topic.
"The lady's eyes had a penetrating look—that is, although she was talking to us, her eyes seemed to be fixed on something in the distance…" 」
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