Chapter 247: A Different Answer
Leon was happy to take it easy. With Abigail handling the lighting, he could mine while keeping an eye on their surroundings.
Whether it was luck or because they had cleared the previous floor too thoroughly, Leon didn’t see a single monster on this one. After uncovering the stairs leading to the thirty-fifth floor, he and Abigail headed down together.
They switched on the elevator power. Seeing Leon step straight inside, Abigail asked in puzzlement, “You’re not going to keep mining?”
“That’s enough for now. Besides mining, I’ve got other work to do,” Leon replied with a hint of exasperation.
Today was the final day of the coop’s construction. He needed to check on Robin’s progress. If there was still time and Marnie’s Ranch was open, he planned to pick up a few chicks as well.
Though reluctant, Abigail joined Leon in the elevator. Without him, she wasn’t keen on wandering the mines alone.
When the elevator reached the surface, they walked out one after the other. Leon instinctively shielded his eyes with his hand, while Abigail strode out boldly.
A second later came a sharp cry of pain.
“Lesson learned—after spending a long time in the dark, you need to guard against sudden bright light,” Leon lectured in a calm, knowing tone. But instead of grateful acceptance, Abigail answered him with two light punches.