Astral Pet Figure
51.

Chapter 51: Fractures in Space

"Unclaimed territory?"

Su Ping remained shocked for a moment.

On this blue planet, in addition to the basic cities of human habitation, almost all areas are considered wilderness and more than 500 unclaimed territories are scattered throughout the planet.

Such unclaimed areas are unsuitable habitats for humans.

Two reasons led to the existence of such unclaimed territory. The first reason is the damage done on earth, caused by human wars in the past. Hazardous materials and technological remnants pollute the soil, making it uninhabitable.

Another reason is that many space cracks will appear in areas that are considered unstable.

Space fractures are twisted cracks that usually lead to many mysterious and unknown places.

Some places were a strange plot of land that floated amidst the stars and ferocious beasts could be found there.

Some were death stars that could not even be found on the Federation's interstellar map. In those stars, there were no traces of plants or animals.

A few cracks would lead to a fixed star like the sun that could crush people once they set foot!

In those unknown and mysterious places lived many Astral Pets. Most of the Astral Pets on this blue planet come from an unknown hidden world.

A space fracture works as a portal that leads to that land.

In general, defensive fortifications would be built on dangerous lands where space cracks existed, he said, with federal soldiers stationed there just in case wild pets and wild beasts in the unclaimed territory would sneak into the base towns where humans live; otherwise, the, a massive massacre is going to happen.

When unclaimed territory is found, the federal government will designate a detachment for "sweep" operations in unclaimed territory to keep them stable.

The staff members who work for such detachments are all known as explorers.

Being an explorer was a very dangerous job but at the same time, the pay was incredible!

Explorers live in the base city and they enjoy many benefits. Each month, they can collect substantial subsidies and rewards; in some special cases, they are entitled to use their power to seek privileges.

The best way for the general public to gain wealth and position was to join a team of explorers. Even an ordinary explorer would enjoy a higher status than military personnel. If the explorer can contribute, the explorer will have a higher position in society. Even the mayor had to accept such an explorer with courtesy.

"Yes." Yeah."

Su Ping hesitated. Fan Yujing hurriedly explained, “Master, with your strength, don't you think you are qualified to run the store here? Our team of explorers desperately need the hands of experts like you. If you can join us, you can mention the gift you want. I believe the money made from exploration will be more than a hundred times what you make now!”

Su Ping cleared his mind. He flatly refused, "Sorry, but I'm not interested."

“Exploring unclaimed territory?

"No, thank you. Why would I go to a dangerous place like unclaimed territory to risk my life when I could just lay here and make some money comfortably?

If he dies, his life will be lost forever.

What are the main features of unclaimed territory? There is no protection at all!

If with any luck they encountered a monster as powerful as the king of beasts, he would submit himself to a havoc with no results.

This was not the answer Fu Yujing had in mind.

He never assumed that Su Ping would reject the offer so easily.

Is it because Su Ping is not short on money?

Well, considering how Su Ping broke his arm, Fan Yujing did not think it would be difficult for Su Ping to make money.

Perhaps, a master like Su Ping only craved for challenging missions.

Fan Yujing thought about it and added, “Recently, some things seem to be happening in unclaimed territory outside of our Longjiang Base City explorer base. There are many intermediate or advanced extra pets. I think this could be a good training opportunity. Are you interested?"

“…”

Su Ping looked at Fan Yujing as if the latter was stupid.

“Why did you persuade me to leave when such danger lurks?

“What's your brain damage?

"training?

"Fuck with training!"

Su Ping replied, "There are two words I want to say."

Su Ping put on a flat face as he said the words, "Piss."

Fan Yujing was shocked.

Fan Xiaoyu, who was standing next to Fan Yujing, said angrily, "Why are you insulting him?"

Su Ping replied nonchalantly, “I suggest you take a look at my stuff. You are welcome to leave if you do not want anything else. ”

Seeing Su Ping calm expression, Fan Yujing smiled forcefully. Neither money nor the prospect of a challenge could be of interest to Su Ping. Fan Yujing felt his attempt to tie Su Ping down had failed.

Fan Yujing sighed before he confessed in a bitter tone, “Actually, I am here just to invite you because I have no other choice. Last night, a new space crack appeared in an unclaimed area outside Longjiang Base City.

“Tim we head there to explore. However, because we were not familiar with the environment, two of our teammates were injured by accident. Even worse, one of them lost a pet on the way. So, we should hurry back as soon as possible to find the pet.

“But, as both of his teammates were injured, we were unable to find anyone to replace their current position. That's when I thought of you, sir. I thought you'd be interested..”.

Su Ping raised his eyebrows but gave no other reaction.

He has nothing to do with this matter. He doesn't have to interfere.

Sympathetic?

He's a little sympathetic but that's all.

Moreover, he was not sympathetic to their team, but to the pets lost in the space crack.

Su Ping's brows furrowed even tighter as he thought of how lonely the pet was at the moment. Teams can make money when they explore unclaimed territory. But they have acted greedily when their abilities are not enough. The pet is innocent.

"I'm sorry, but there's nothing I can do," Su Ping voiced his rejection again, pulling a long face.

Fan Yujing was disappointed but he did not say anything more.

Fan Xiaoyu glanced at Su Ping. He didn't say anything either. He was well aware of how dangerous it was to explore unclaimed territory. It was only natural that Su Ping would not.

“Ding!”

"Congratulations. The host has triggered a side search: searching for a lost pet.”

"A completed quest reward: one book of Magic Forging Skills."

"The penalty of a failed search: 10 points will be deducted from the score of the host."

A quick message of the system suddenly appeared in his mind.

It surprised Su Ping.

What did he do to trigger a side quest?

Su Ping could not help but shout in his mind, “System, are you serious? Think about my abilities. Didn't you ask me to send myself to doom by making me help them find their lost pet?

System sounds separate, “As a pet store owner, the host should not ignore anything related to pets. Please complete the quest as soon as possible.”

"Are you serious ..."

Su Ping could not win the argument with the system. Inside, he almost cried from anger.

He was just a loser with a combat strength of 3.5. What is the difference between sacrificing his life and exploring unclaimed territory?

He wanted to give up on the search head on.

Which has been said.

He began to hesitate as he thought of the punishment for failure.

He will be erased when his score drops below the passing line.

"This damn system has been judging me all along!"

Also, the prize seems interesting …

The internal struggle lasted a long time. Finally, Su Ping made up his mind and questioned Fan Yujing, “Tell me about the world within that space crack first. Another thing I need to know is the type of pet you lose there. ”

Fan Yujing was surprised by this question. His eyes began to shine as he asked happily, "Sir, are you willing to join our team?"

Su Ping looked serious. “Jawab my question first.”