Chapter 281: Really Can't Do It, Boss?

Su Rui suddenly had this question in her mind, and then she realized that she herself was also one of them.

Cheng Shuili finished delivering the leather armor, yawned and went back to the carriage, saw Su Rui still standing in the cockpit doorway staring blankly, and couldn't help teasing her.

She didn't know what this guy was thinking, and they went back to the cockpit with a scowl.

Cheng Shuili stared at the tightly closed door for a while, then kept watching the regional channel with an innocent expression.

Because tomorrow is the team instance, the regional channels are now all calling for parties.

"Looking for a party! Looking for a party! Team instance tomorrow, need someone who can fight! No freeloaders!"

"Seeking a strong squad! I can fight and run, and I can cook, so my teammates will never go hungry!"

"10-person team, already have 7 absolutely reliable teammates! Need 3 more who aren't cowards! No other requirements, just bring a melee weapon! Let's go together; we really don't believe we can't slay a monster!"

"Any casual team taking members?... My stats are average, but I can shout 666 and cheer everyone on... Besides, I'm not after rankings or rewards; I just want to clear this instance successfully."

"Is the boss's team still missing members? My stats are okay, I hit wherever you point! @Wu Ya Zuo Fei Ji, @Xun Xun, @Men Sheng Fa Da Cai, @Qing Shan Yuan Xing, @Guanghui Zhaoyao Lanxing!"

"From upstairs, it's clearly an old thing from the thousand-point zone."

"Stop tagging, the boss's team is definitely full already; can the regional channel still get a turn to call for members?"

Oh right, this also needs to be mentioned in advance.

Cheng Shuili opened a private chat with Guanghui: "Is the team formed yet?"

【Guanghui Zhaoyao Lanxing】: "Boss, any plans? I only have a prototype here, nothing finalized yet."

This person speaks flawlessly, both reporting progress and leaving room, clearly waiting for her instructions.

She gave the boss way too much face.

Cheng Shuili shook her head, suddenly feeling a bit guilty for having ignored these two.

"Just arrange it yourself," Cheng Shuili replied directly. "Bring Chen Qing Shan along; the two of you keep me at ease. No need to reserve a spot for me; I have enough people on my side."

The message was sent, and Guanghui's reply arrived shortly thereafter, astonishingly fast.

【Guanghui Zhaoyao Lanxing】: "Understood. Qing Shan and I will look out for each other; rest assured, boss. Wish you a smooth instance; contact me anytime if you need anything."

Look at that attitude, that efficiency. Cheng Shuili smiled satisfiedly.

Dealing with smart people is hassle‑free.

As dusk fell, just when Cheng Shuili thought she might not get a Designated Dungeon Activation Card today, the 001 alert sounded, highlighting a private message it deemed high priority.

【Mu Jiang A Zhe】: "Hello, Wuya Dalao, I have a Designated Dungeon Activation Card."

The message was concise, without any extra small talk or flattery.

Cheng Shuili perked up and replied immediately.

【Wu Ya Zuo Fei Ji】: "Hello. Could you tell me how you'd like to trade? Game Coin, or barter?"

The other side also seemed to be waiting for her response, replying quickly.

【Mu Jiang A Zhe】: "I prefer barter. Game Coin is fine, but I'm currently lacking some useful items, or rather... could you, boss, bless me to clear this instance?"

Cheng Shuili looked at the other's desperate request, her brows subtly furrowing.

That's a bit too far‑fetched, huh...

Cheng Shuili was truly surprised and couldn't help asking.

【Wu Ya Zuo Fei Ji】: "Blessing for clearing? You mean, you want me to lead you through tomorrow's team instance?"

【Mu Jiang A Zhe】: "Yes, boss! I know this request may be a bit forward, but I have no confidence in my combat ability. For me, this card is better used to trade for a guaranteed safe pass through a team instance rather than gambling on an unknown instance's attribute point. That's more important to me! As long as you agree to look after me a bit in the instance, ensuring I can survive, the card is yours!"

Cheng Shuili's fingers tapped lightly on her knee.

This Mu Jiang A Zhe is clever; he wants nothing else, just Cheng Shuili's protection, which is a more worthwhile deal for him.

But for Cheng Shuili...

It's a burden!

Cheng Shuili hesitated hardly at all.

【Wu Ya Zuo Fei Ji】: "This deal won't work."

After the message was sent, the other side seemed stunned and didn't reply for a while.

Cheng Shuili initially closed the private chat window, but after thinking about this lone unsolicited Designated Dungeon Activation Card, reopened the chat and objectively added an explanation.

【Wu Ya Zuo Fei Ji】: "First, I can't guarantee I can bless you. The team instance's conditions are unknown, and I need to focus on my own response, so I can't promise to protect a stranger. Second, my team members are fixed; adding someone temporarily requires coordination and may increase risk. Third, and most importantly, I dislike this kind of transaction. Items or Game Coin are clearly priced, clean and tidy. Using favors and uncertain protection as bargaining chips is too troublesome."

Her words were blunt and calm, even a bit unfeeling, but they matched her usual style.

She dislikes owing such protection debts, and even more dislikes having an unfamiliar burden needing extra care at a critical moment.

The risk is too high, and she can't objectively assess her own loss.

If a transaction's loss is entirely vague, Cheng Shuili naturally wouldn't agree to it.

After a while, the other side's message finally came back, its tone showing clear disappointment and a hint of resentment.

【Mu Jiang A Zhe】: "Really can't do it? Boss, I only need you to just..."

Mumbling.

Cheng Shuili no longer wanted to reply.

Coldness is also an attitude; the other side seemed thrown off by Cheng Shuili's chilly treatment, and as if fearing the card would rot in their hand, suddenly stepped back, adopting a seemingly negotiable stance.

【Mu Jiang A Zhe】: "Wait! Boss, please wait! I was presumptuous; the request was indeed excessive. Then... let's go the normal way! Barter! Boss, do you have any gear or items suitable for survival—or... more practical stuff you'd be willing to trade? This card is definitely genuine, system‑verified! I just want to exchange for something that can boost my survival odds in tomorrow's instance! Please!"

That's fairly considerate.

Realizing it wouldn't work, he switched to a material trade immediately; the reaction wasn't too slow.

But... just any survival or practical gear/items?

He was clear about his needs; it seems tomorrow's team instance truly scared him, and he just wants to stay alive.

With that mindset, even if given good gear, it's uncertain whether it would be effective.

But he's just a trading partner; Cheng Shuili doesn't need to worry about him.

Cheng Shuili took a look around her own room.