Chapter 159 - 146: Rowan Rhodes Is Really Not to Be Messed With!

Chapter 159: Chapter 146: Rowan Rhodes Is Really Not to Be Messed With!

After listing her items on the market, Rowan Rhodes turned her gaze toward the Void Isle shrouded in black mist before her.

She was about to begin her exploration, hoping she would encounter a Void Beast.

Just as Rowan embarked on her journey, players across the various zones were once again drawn to her actions. First, her island exploration count had—just as many players had predicted—increased from three to four. This proved she had used the island’s geographical advantage to eliminate the Abyssal Sea Serpents that had been relentlessly pursuing her.

Second, there was the information-based item she had listed for sale. The existence of a fourth island was already confirmed. Many players realized that if Rowan had specifically warned them that the fourth island was different, it had to be of utmost importance.

Holding Rowan in high regard, many zones sparked intense discussions.

"What is this multi-island mode Rowan mentioned?"

"Does she mean the fourth island isn’t just a single landmass, but a cluster of multiple islands?"

"Probably not. It was stated earlier that we’re currently in the Shallow Sea Region and these are all small islands. How could they merge together to form a large one?"

"Does that mean there isn’t just one fourth island within the same sea region, but many of them?"

"I remember it being mentioned at the end of the novice period that players needed to explore all the small islands before they could enter the Coastal Waters Region. Could it be that Boss Rowan is afraid we might miss them?"

"But how can anyone be certain they’ve explored every single small island?"

"If we miss one, is there any way to remedy it later?"

"I bought Rowan’s guide, and it only mentions her speculations. We’ll probably have to finish exploring before we know the specifics for sure."

"Whoa, I think this is a good thing! If there are multiple islands, doesn’t that mean we can find even more resources?"

"Islands have a lot of special resources that are far more precious than anything found in the ocean."

"That’s true."

"Which means this whole situation is actually a benefit for everyone!"

"Getting back on track, Rowan is simply incredible! Under a severe viral catastrophe, surrounded by six Boss-level mutated marine creatures, she still managed to land on the fourth island this early? And she used that fourth island to kill all six Boss-level beasts? How did she even do it?"

"Does Boss Rowan possess some kind of superhuman ability?"

"I can’t even imagine how human strength could fight off giant creatures like that."

"Everyone says Boss Rowan is a Farming Skill player, but I think she must be a combat Skill player."

"I think she likely relied on tools."

"Tools? You mean gunpowder?"

"Speaking of which, I really want to know how to make gunpowder! I still haven’t figured out how to make burning bottles. If I could get my hands on some burning bottles, my raft’s combat power would multiply several times over."

"Is Boss Rowan really not selling a guide on that?"

"If a guide like that came out, it would sell out instantly."

"I think we should just research it ourselves! If Boss Rowan can make it and has a sizable stash on hand, there must be corresponding resources available."

"Right. Those resources must have appeared already; they just need to be refined."

"We’re counting on you, other big shots."

"I still hope Boss Rowan sells a guide. Increasing everyone’s combat power would benefit our overall survival rate anyway."

"Sigh, I’m just worried that the first thing some people would do after getting their hands on it is attack other players."

"Uh... that’s definitely a possibility."

"Come to think of it, Boss Rowan being able to fight off over a hundred players must have relied on gunpowder, right? It wouldn’t have been that easy otherwise."

"Now I want gunpowder even more. It’s a weapon of mass destruction!"

"I suddenly feel relieved that Boss Rowan is a peace-loving person."

"That’s true."

As the topic expanded, many players came to a stark realization. If Rowan truly wanted to swallow up another player’s entire net worth, it would be child’s play!

After all, she alone could withstand an assault from over a hundred players. Who else could possibly match her? If they possessed that kind of power, they inevitably would have harbored malicious thoughts toward other players.

*When the enemy hoards food, I hoard weapons—and the enemy becomes my granary.* This saying was deeply etched into the hearts of every Veridian descendant. Of course, thinking about it was one thing, but actually doing it tested a person’s mental fortitude and true strength.

And Rowan unquestionably had the strength!

At that moment, a new realization branded itself into the minds of every player. Rowan Rhodes was truly someone you did not want to cross!