Only I Know the Plot of the Anime World - Chapter 70
Why is the distribution of treasure chests a problem?
The reason is simple: they aren’t a fixed team, and there is little trust or friendship among them.
It’s OK to face hardships together; some might even take a bullet for others at critical moments. But when valuable items appear, the previously harmonious atmosphere can instantly shatter. If high-value equipment drops, teammates fighting side by side could quickly turn on each other.
What about the cooperation mode? How much is the space penalty worth in plot points?
In the face of real temptation, these things offer no guarantee.
Simply put, if a legendary piece of equipment drops now, who among the three would give it up?
Even if it means not completing this plot world, no one would give up such a strategically significant piece of equipment.
Darren understood this, and so did Fang Bo.
After Rui’s death, an orange-level chest dropped, a perfect reward for most reincarnators.
Of course, to Fang Bo, who was used to seeing gold chests, it was not entirely worth his serious attention.
This was an excellent opportunity to observe Darren’s reaction. If he seemed reliable, they could continue working together in the future.
Many people seem fine under normal circumstances, but they can change completely when their interests are at stake.
It’s better to understand someone now than to have a falling out after killing an Upper Moon demon.
Don’t underestimate the temptation of sound equipment. When the difficulty level increases, equipment ratings automatically drop by two levels.
In reincarnation, equipment levels are inferior, ordinary, excellent, refined, extraordinary, epic, legendary, and mythical.
The epic Dragoon is valid now, but in a two-difficulty world, its rating would drop to refined, making it unfit for Fang Bo’s primary weapon. He’d have to replace it when the time was right.
Lower-level equipment, like his refined and excellent pieces, might drop to inferior in a two-difficulty world—something even the store wouldn’t want to buy.
But legendary or mythical gear is different. Even as world difficulty changes, they remain usable, with skills and effects far beyond ordinary equipment.
Fang Bo eventually planned to acquire high-level gear in the Demon Slayer world. He didn’t want to fall out with teammates over it. If conflict was inevitable, it was better to be clear now.
Looking at the chest on the ground, Fang Bo spoke calmly, “You landed the final blow; you open it.”
Surprised, the man glanced at him, then opened the plot chest.
His name was Darren, a veteran of one-difficulty worlds.
Countless life-and-death struggles had shown him people’s deceit, so he had the same idea as Fang Bo, using the orange chest to test each other.
He didn’t care much about the contents, but he saw something he wanted when he opened the chest.
[You are opening a plot chest (orange)]
[You receive 200 plot points]
[You receive Face Peeling Technique LV1]
[You receive Family Contract]
Face Peeling Technique: Rui’s prized skill allows for changing a person’s appearance and grants the user special abilities.
Family Contract: A temporary five-person contract preventing family members from harming each other for the duration of one plot world.
The eerie Face Peeling Technique was Rui’s ability to alter his family’s appearance.
Paired with his transformation technique, it could have an invaluable effect on tasks.
“Didn’t expect I’d be the one facing a dilemma,” Darren muttered, still cold and detached.
The value of this skill, in the right hands, was immeasurable. He couldn’t give it up.
He had two choices: fight for it, risk space penalties, or propose a fair trade.
After a moment, he said, “The Face Peeling Technique is crucial to me. What price must I pay for it?”
Seeing his honesty, Fang Bo considered and replied, “How much effort did you use just now?”
It was a bit out of line to ask, but Darren quickly understood Fang Bo’s intention.
“About sixty percent,” Darren answered. I could have killed the enemy solo if I had gone all out.”
Of course. A guy who could kill the spider sister with a fireball wasn’t just relying on a Sharingan.
He wouldn’t have acquired a unique bloodline from the Naruto world if he were weak.
“I understand,” Fang Bo said, “I’ll give you two options.”
“First, pay 1,000 plot points and help us complete a task for free.”
“Second, we sign a contract, and you forfeit any high-value items in the next task.”
He referred to the “Family Contract,” which ensured they wouldn’t turn on each other in this world.
Trust in space’s restrictions was safer than human nature.
Darren wasn’t surprised; he had anticipated this.
And he wasn’t a fool. One had robust group control with shinigami; the other had mid-range explosive attacks.
Why reject such teammates? Should he join the Twelve Kizuki instead?
He quickly chose the contract. They breathed a sigh of relief when all three names were on it.
“I was afraid we’d fight,” Ali said, scratching his head and sitting on a nearby rock.
The justice-driven sorcerer feared internal conflict over benefits. Thankfully, Jason was sensible, or things could have gone badly.
Seeing Ali’s relief, Darren felt a bit uneasy.
After killing a boss, he signed a contract, and now the most valuable item was his.
It felt like those two were working for him.
Even Darren, who preferred keeping to himself, felt his face heat up.
Seeing this, Fang Bo smiled, “No need to feel guilty. Remember, you don’t get a share of the next high-value chest.”
“Of course,” Darren said thoughtfully, “I’m not petty. Even if you get epic gear, I won’t be jealous.”
Fang Bo smiled mysteriously, “I hope you remember that.”
They introduced themselves while waiting for the task completion notice.
With all the bosses eliminated, only the remaining spider demons needed handling to complete the first task.
During their conversation, Darren, feeling guilty, shared some information.
According to him, reincarnation space had thoroughly researched the Demon Slayer world.
It was a linear story, and it was easy to identify the main characters.
The current main theories were:
First, Genya Shinazugawa, with a powerful brother and the ability to eat demons to enhance his strength—is a dual wielder of sword and demon powers.
Second, Tanjiro Kamado, with a demon sister. Though not yet remarkable, many predicted he’d have significant “screen time.”
Third, Muichiro Tokito, a prodigy who became a Hashira in just two months—an extraordinary feat suggesting leading character status.
If comparing, Tanjiro had the most minor support as the true protagonist.
Fang Bo found these analyses interesting.
They made sense. Without prior knowledge, who could confidently identify the main character?
Before the mask reveal in Naruto, how many guessed Tobi was Obito Uchiha?
Even if some did, they’d be drowned out by others.
As a struggling manga artist, Fang Bo understood this well. Even with proof, many would still argue.
“These things don’t really matter.”
Setting the headless puppet on the grass, Fang Bo pondered improvements.
Before he could decide, the prominent task completion notice arrived.
[Main Task: Clear Spider Mountain (Completed)]
[You receive 180 plot points]
[You receive Puppet Lubricant]
Puppet Lubricant: Apply evenly to restore a certain amount of durability.
Primary task rewards were usually essential for reincarnators.
There was something to repair the puppet.
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