"It’s not the time to tell you yet. Once the plan is implemented, you’ll naturally understand."

The color of the light and shadow gradually faded, and before disappearing completely, it reminded, "Child, don’t forget to advise your mom not to be manipulated by those people anymore; it’ll only make things worse."

"Alright, I’ll tell mom."

Su Ran agreed verbally, but couldn’t help but complain internally, knowing his mother’s stubbornness. Once she sets her mind on something, even nine oxen can’t pull her back—not convinced at all.

But that’s irrelevant; the Gods and Demons’ order is in his hands. Even if mom gets in touch with the researchers, it won’t affect the overall situation.

"Hand the Gods and Demons’ order to the Smart Brain. I reckon it won’t be long before you and I can meet."

After saying this, the light and shadow completely disappeared into the air, and the brightness of the space dimmed considerably.

"Skeleton Lord, are you assured now?"

Yin Si smiled as he walked not far from Su Ran, conveying a friendly signal, "I am one with your father, sharing honor and loss alike. How could I do anything that would harm him, right?"

"Master Dominator, it’s not that I don’t trust you; it’s just that the Gods and Demons’ order is too precious. We must be cautious."

Su Ran wasn’t swayed by his father’s words; losing the Gods and Demons’ order meant losing the bargaining chip with the system. Everyone treating him pleasantly now was because of the token. Once the token is handed over, he won’t even be able to find the system!

That’s the reality.

"So what do you mean..."

Yin Si’s face suddenly darkened, "Skeleton Lord, are you not even going to listen to your father’s words?"

"How could I not? I’m just trying to get some peace of mind. I hope you can grant it."

Su Ran didn’t compromise due to Yin Si’s demeanor and said directly, "I hope you can swear by the system’s name to the high rule that upon acquiring the Gods and Demons’ order, you’ll help my father Su Tang escape his plight and return home safely, nothing more."

"Master, once your vow is established, I’ll deliver the Gods and Demons’ order immediately, without a word!"

"Skeleton Lord, you’re much smarter than your father."

Yin Si and Su Ran locked eyes, expressions unchanging. After a while, Yin Si continued, "It seems I won’t get the Gods and Demons’ order from you unless I swear today. Fine, I’ll agree to your terms so you can trust me!"

Once Yin Si finished pledging, Su Ran scrutinized it thoroughly and, finding no loopholes in the words, handed over the Gods and Demons’ order confidently.

"Hahaha, the Gods and Demons’ order is finally in my hands!"

After acquiring the Gods and Demons’ order, Yin Si laughed heartily, completely disregarding Su Ran’s feelings.

The harsh laughter pierced Su Ran’s ears painfully, prompting him to quickly exit the space within the Sky-reaching Vine. Feeling the sun’s warmth, his mood gradually calmed down.

As for what the system would do with the Gods and Demons’ order and what changes might occur, Su Ran wasn’t concerned at all. With the high rule restriction, he’s not afraid of the system backing out; the day when dad escapes the plight is within reach!

"That day is finally coming, it really wasn’t easy..."

Su Ran exhaled a long breath, not in the mood to play games and prepared to log off.

He wanted to share the good news with mom and enjoy this joy together.

However.

Before he could choose to log off, the Sky-reaching Vine revealed an opening, and Yin Si stepped out from it.

"Master Dominator... Yin Si, are you finished already?"

Su Ran didn’t expect the system to come out so quickly and was quite surprised, putting to rest his thought of logging off.

"Not yet."

Yin Si said with a smile, "Skeleton Lord, you’ve helped me greatly. Not giving you a reward would indeed be unreasonable. If you need anything, feel free to tell me; I’ll help you as much as I can."

"Master, I appreciate your kindness. Right now, I ask for nothing else; just rescuing my father will make me very satisfied."

Su Ran glanced around, ensuring no one was watching, before feeling secure enough to bring up his father’s situation.

"Skeleton Lord, this is a benefit your father fought for you. Are you sure you want to pass it up?"

"Then I’d like to thank you first. I need... Master, do you have the Dream-Seeking Mirror?"

Upon learning it’s a benefit fought for by his father, Su Ran wouldn’t refuse. He immediately mentioned the Dream-Seeking Mirror—a valuable treasure, but not too difficult for the system.

"The Dream-Seeking Mirror?"

Yin Si was taken aback, "It’s just a meeting gift, and you dare ask for it! Such treasures find their way to the destined; trying to acquire it by tactics is impossible."

"Then... how about a magic pet, magic technique, or magic gear? You should have those, right?"

Su Ran chose to settle for less, aiming to enhance his own strength.

"I truly don’t have those either. I’ve said, such treasures find their way to the destined. Think of something more practical."

Yin Si’s face darkened a bit, somewhat regretting mentioning the reward.

However, once the words are spoken, they’re like spilled water that can’t be gathered back.

"Since you don’t have those, let’s cancel the reward. I wouldn’t want to trouble you."

Su Ran’s enthusiasm for the reward ebbed away, preferring not to incur favors.

"What? Who are you looking down on? You have to take the reward even if you don’t want it!"

Yin Si didn’t expect Su Ran to reject so directly, which hurt its pride as the grand Smart Brain of the game—it’s simply intolerable!

"Hmm?"

Su Ran then realized his rejection had an unexpected effect—the reward must be taken regardless.

"Since Master is so generous, then give me whatever, I’ll treasure anything I receive."

As soon as he spoke, it was like he remembered something, and quickly added, "I actually have a matter I’d like your help with."

"What is it? Do tell."

"Please take a look."

Su Ran extracted an ancient oil lamp and lamented, "This should be the Undead race’s supreme treasure, the Soul Extending Lamp. Unfortunately, without the Lamp Soul, it can’t display its supreme power. Master, can you help me retrieve the Lamp Soul? It’s not too much trouble, is it?"

"The Soul Extending Lamp is indeed a remarkable treasure, and missing the Lamp Soul is truly a pity."

Yin Si approached Su Ran, inspecting the Soul Extending Lamp like an art piece, feeling deeply reluctant.

"Skeleton Lord, I’ll help you with this."

Yin Si calculated for a while before saying, "The Lamp Soul is in the Divine Domain Main City’s general store, go and fetch it."

General store?

Isn’t it supposed to be in a player’s hands? How did it end up in a general store?

Could it be...

That the player didn’t realize the Lamp Soul’s value and sold it to an NPC as trash?

No matter what, the Lamp Soul must be regained. Only with a complete Soul Extending Lamp can the Illusion Demon Ancient Tablet be unsealed!

The tablet appears, the Illusion Demon rises. To break the seal, the Soul Extending Lamp!