Chun was a bit puzzled. Valuable?

Maybe the gift has hidden attributes that players can't see, or maybe it really doesn't have any attributes, and it's just that the NPCs' values determine that the gift is precious, just like that Frost Rose…

But since she was happy, Chun could relax.

Maria chuckled, "Looks like you don't understand the level of gifts, which makes you seem a bit crude and it's hard to fit into high society like that. So here's a book for you, take your time to study it when you can."

She pulled out a shimmering book — System Message: You have received Maria's reward, the divine artifact "Comprehensive Guide to Treasure Identification". By studying this book, you will grasp the Treasure Identification Technique.

Another divine artifact book!

Chun took it out and saw it, hovering above his palm, then opened it.

A light screen immediately popped up from the book, just like the Crystal Stone Book given by the Earth Mother!

— System Message: Congratulations! Your outstanding wisdom has grasped the Basic Treasure Identification Technique. You've received an achievement reward: Life +1, Mana +1. Extra rewards: Wisdom +1, Spirit +1. The Treasure Identification Technique can appraise treasures, gift levels, and value.

Holy shit, just flipping through the book and you master it? Feels like I'm an appraiser at an auction house!

Maria was also taken aback for a moment, then laughed heartily and patted Chun's head, "You're really smart! Not many people can grasp it just by flipping the first page!"

Hey... Just because I'm short doesn't mean you can pat my head so casually, aren't you afraid I'll peek up your...?

Chun asked, "Ma'am, what's the difference between this Treasure Identification Technique and a Treasure Hunter's Treasure Hunting Technique?"

Maria chuckled, "So-called Treasure Hunting Technique is merely about finding Magic Power Items, but it can't discover beauty and art! The higher your Treasure Identification Technique level, the higher your reputation and status, and then you can establish rules for art and value. Got it?"

Chun exclaimed, "So, if I were a famous painter, I could take any rag I use to wipe my brush and sell it as a masterpiece?"

Maria laughed heartily, "It's great that you understand this! If you're interested, you can also study archaeology. Human history might be insignificant in my eyes, but it has value in theirs. Integrating the two can create a new profession."

— System Message: You have received information about the scholarly profession Erudite Scholar.

Holy shit! A scholarly profession? That's a joke! I have no interest at all.

With that, Maria's expression became serious, "Now let's discuss your next steps! Based on your current performance, I don't think Lost Paradise needs much planning. Continue on your current path, how do you feel about that?"

You just want to let me roam free, huh? Just like President Sister, so wise!

Chun got the gist, "So you mean I need to plan for my original self?"

Maria nodded solemnly, "That's right, you've risen to 11th place. Rumor is spreading all over the city about you — this goes against your initial wish to become weaker, yes? Could you talk about your achievements on Plague Island?"

Chun was shocked, his scalp tingling and cold sweat pouring down instantly!

How much does she know? How much can I share? Even with the leader, I was honest but never mentioned my original self, so how do I be honest with her? I can't even figure out which Demon's family she's part of! If I intentionally withhold information she knows, what would she do?

Chun's mind raced. Ranking up was mainly due to the Angel Divine Pet! Nancy has been resurrected and is presiding over the island's only functional building, the church. That shouldn't be a secret, so this can be said. The widespread rumors about Bilenna can also be said…

Chun, filled with trepidation, decided to take a gamble — if she genuinely appreciates or wants to use me, she won't care about my omissions. If she really wants to hold something over me, then I definitely shouldn't say anything!

These two will do: "When I got to Plague Island, I found it in ruins. First thing I noticed was this pumpkin field. I figured pumpkins could be key to treating the plague, and then discovered an angel buried beneath them. She was once the Angel Guardian God of Plague Island. Following her guidance, I kept digging through the ruins and ended up finding Grandpa Bilenna's debt ledger…"

Chun changed the narrative order, first mentioning unearthing the Angel Guardian God; then everything like Bilenna's ledger can be attributed to the angel… Plus, Maria is also an angel, so they're the same kind, why not make things easier?

Maria responded with an 'oh', "What about the rumored Evil Spirit City?"

Chun's heart tightened! Although initially, the plan was to discuss with her how to administratively operate Evil Spirit City normally, now the city has drifted, the people's loyalty has come to me, so I don't need things like the 'Evil Spirit City Lord's Order' anymore, right? If so, it must remain completely hidden, not even to be mentioned!

Plus, at that time, the Great God provided the rumor, so it's based on rumors…

Chun decided to take a risk: "There really aren't many Evil Spirits, it's nowhere near as exaggerated as Evil Spirit City! But to fulfill their wishes, I had to attract pirates for help, so I lit up the island to make it look like a city, and it really attracted pirates! Then I made an agreement with the pirates; if they helped, I would give them the ledger to deal with. As for the pirates spreading the plague to Silver City, I had no choice, which is why the character Bilenna appeared…"

Once the Evil Spirits' wishes are fulfilled, just like Grandpa Pirate, they'll ascend and disappear, right? So that's why Evil Spirit City's lights are out now…

Maria couldn't hold back and burst out laughing!

Chun felt his entire back soaked with sweat! This feeling of facing an NPC is just like facing a lie detector… All I can do is ensure my logic is flawless! As for the information…

Maria laughed and patted Chun's head again, "You really are a clever little rascal!"

Chun was numbed! Did she believe it? Or did she just not want to expose me and decided to praise my high-level deception as the hallmark of a Demon?

Maria smiled and asked, "So you're on good terms with this angel?"

Chun replied with a sweat, "We're getting along great!"

Maria nodded solemnly, "That's good! Black Iron City Church is in trouble; three Divine Pets from the Animal Protection Association have mysteriously vanished; this is a significant issue—"

Holy shit!! Chun felt like he was going to explode under this lie detector!

"—I thought about it and only someone as outstanding as you can investigate and manage this. Coincidentally, because you and the angel are on good terms, it's an even better reason to enter the church."

Investigate myself?!

Chun was a bit flustered, "Ma'am, I, I still have the plague and I'm in exile!"

Maria asked, "You have a good relationship with the angel and have eaten some pumpkins, is there any sign of improvement in your plague?"

"There is! The angel also says I'm almost recovered!"

Maria was satisfied, "Then that means recovery is near, soon there will be a church ship arranged to pick you up!"

She really can command the church?

Chun bravely asked, "Ma'am, what's your relationship with the church's Animal Protection Association?"

Maria smiled but didn't answer, "Look at your question… Do you need assistance?"

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