Tailor shop.
After Diana realized it was raining, she had already hung up all the rainproof equipment she made yesterday.
Unexpectedly, just as she finished, her first customer appeared—Zhou Bai.
Seeing Diana, Zhou Bai smiled, "I'm here to buy rainproof gear."
He'd barely finished speaking when several residents rushed in after him.
At that moment, Diana understood.
This Lord really knows how to get things done...
Directly, she handed the full set of rainproof gear to Zhou Bai. "Today there are four rainproof items. Using them together works best."
"Yeah, I'll take them all."
"That'll be 30 silver coins in total."
Watching Zhou Bai buy so decisively, the residents' eyes shifted to the four new items in the tailor shop.
[Item: Rainproof Cloak (White)]
[Introduction: Waterproof, defense increased by 10%]
[Durability: 100/100 (Repair at the tailor shop if under 20%)]
[Price: 10 silver coins]
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[Item: Rainproof Boots (White)]
[Introduction: Waterproof, speed increased by 10%]
[Durability: 100/100 (Repair at the tailor shop if under 20%)]
[Price: 5 silver coins]
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[Item: Rainproof Bamboo Hat (White)]
[Introduction: Waterproof, defense increased by 10%]
[Durability: 100/100 (Repair at the tailor shop if under 20%)]
[Price: 5 silver coins]
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[Item: Rainproof Backpack (White)]
[Introduction: Waterproof, adds 1 slot]
[Durability: 100/100 (Repair at the tailor shop if under 20%)]
[Price: 10 silver coins]
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[Note: Collect the full rainproof set to move freely in rainy weather, lasts 2 hours, cooldown 2 hours.]
After seeing the item stats and prices, the residents' eyes lit up—the price was surprisingly cheap.
"I want to buy!"
"Me too, I want the full set."
"Boss, can I buy two sets?"
"There's no purchase limit, right?"
"..."
Diana glanced at the enthusiastic residents and paused, "No limit, but there's only so much in stock. When it's gone, it's gone."
Soon enough, residents were handing over coin after coin, buying the rainproof four-piece set.
Many people equipped it immediately, then, seeing the heavy rain outside, just plunged right in without a care.
They saw the rain that should've soaked them get blocked by the bamboo hat and cloak—a little bubble of dryness formed all around them.
"This gear is fucking awesome!"
In the next moment, a bunch of them were jumping around like idiots in the downpour.
But to everyone else, they strutted around in the storm without getting wet at all—great ad effect, some people started feeling real envy.
With this gear, they'd be able to go outside the territory to gather and hunt for sure.
Someone immediately asked, "What's the price for your set? Must be expensive, right? Will going out to collect materials help me make my money back?"
"Hehe, this rainproof set is only 30 silver coins! Super cheap! As long as gathering materials goes well, you'll recoup your costs fast." Those who bought it helpfully added, "You'd better hurry if you want it, seems there aren't many left—soldier team already grabbed twenty sets!"
This got even more people interested.
Some teams who'd worried the equipment might be too expensive or not worth it changed their minds on the spot.
Zhong Yongnian's team was one of them.
After seeing that rain reduced Life Value early in the morning, they'd given up any plans to go out, even though the territory notice said you could buy and sell gear, and those with experience knew territory gear wasn't cheap.
Though profit-making wasn't the only reason they formed their team, costs still needed to be considered—especially with bigger teams, more to think about.
But now, it was just 30 silver coins—the same as a single piece of gear on a normal day.
Quick calculation: everyone agreed it wasn't a loss.
Right away, Zhong Yongnian led the group to the tailor shop.
By then, the tailor shop was already packed tight with people who'd heard the news—everyone fighting for their own set.
Zhong Yongnian quickly led his team to the front, saying fast, "I want 15 sets!"
Diana checked the inventory, smiled, "Just 15 left, all yours. Hope you get out to gather special materials soon—materials are what let me craft more."
"No problem." Zhong Yongnian agreed without hesitation. The materials they collected were meant to be sold to the territory anyway.
He handed out the gear, and soon they marched right out of the territory.
The gear lasts only two hours—got to hurry!
After Zhong Yongnian, other teams who bought the gear also left, even some formed on the spot from random individuals.
Those who didn't get a set weren't worried. Since more would be available, and with teams heading out to scout first, they'd be better prepared later.
Of course, they weren't just waiting—some went off to chat with their usual teammates and build camaraderie, others napped to recharge, while some keen folks stayed home making things others needed, earning copper coins and leveling their skills.
A potential panic caused by the unpredictable weather was just quietly erased by everyone having rainproof gear ready.
Seeing all this, Zhou Bai—who orchestrated it all—felt a small relief.
At this moment, Diana, who'd taken in everything, looked at Zhou Bai and casually asked, "Heading out today?"
"Yeah, I'll gather some materials. It won't be just one day of storms, and more people will come to the territory later—no harm in stocking up." Zhou Bai replied bluntly.
It's risky to always buy materials from the system and not gather some on your own. As the territory population grows, you'll burn through more and more money. Also, you're limited by the System Store—if the day comes when you can't buy from the Store and the territory doesn't have enough supplies, chaos is inevitable. So, stock up early to play it safe.
Diana listened to Zhou Bai and a look of admiration flashed in her eyes.
Given the state of the territory, Zhou Bai's approach was spot-on.
She felt lucky that, young as she was, she could think so far ahead.
Maybe she really could forge a new path, just as she hoped.
"Leave the equipment-making to me! As long as you bring materials, I'll make sure you're fully kitted out," Diana promised seriously.
"Why?" Zhou Bai was surprised—she just arrived yesterday, and today she's expressing 'goodwill'?
"Maybe because I used to be human," Diana replied. "If the Human Territory survives, that's one more source of strength for us."
Zhou Bai listened and paused—what Diana said about humanity's decline was distant, not something their territory needed to worry about yet.
Diana saw Zhou Bai deep in thought and smiled, "Don't feel pressured, you're still just a small territory—just focus on developing well."
After speaking, Diana took out another item and handed it to Zhou Bai. "This is a backpack slot, ten in total, stackable. You need it right now—consider it a gift for saving me from the Undead World."
She noticed Zhou Bai's bag slots were full yesterday and rushed to make a new one—a little token of gratitude.
Zhou Bai looked at Diana, saw the resolve in her eyes, and accepted the equipment directly. "Thank you."
"You're welcome." Diana smiled.
"I'll give you some materials, keep making gear! I'll bring back more soon." Zhou Bai said, handing over several high-value materials—she estimated Diana's craftsmanship could handle them.
Diana took the materials, raising her brows a bit. She'd been amazed when Zhou Bai brought materials yesterday, and now there were more—clearly, Zhou Bai the Lord has his own mysterious supply channels.
But Diana wasn't going to ask. Her mission is to make gear.
"Alright, get on with your business! Don't waste time." With that, Diana went back to the counter and started crafting again.
Zhou Bai didn't say anything else and turned to leave.
At the door, she bumped straight into Harrison, drenched from the storm. For a moment, she realized even NPCs were affected by world weather!
Harrison eyed the fully-equipped Zhou Bai, tilted his chin in greeting, and went straight into the tailor shop.
Zhou Bai's used to his attitude. Leaving the tailor shop, she headed toward the Heroic Spirit Hall.
She planned to use her summon attempts before leaving the territory.
Diana's impact in the territory showed her the huge value of native NPCs!
At this point, after entering the tailor shop, Harrison said straight to Diana, "I want to buy rainproof gear."
Diana replied with an apologetic smile, "Sorry, you're too late—sold out. But the Lord just gave me new materials, I'll craft more. If you're not in a hurry, wait here."
Harrison: "…They aren't afraid to go out in such a storm? Didn't you say they aren't residents of Stan Continent? After all those disasters, they still go gather and hunt like nothing happened?"
He just couldn't understand!
Or maybe humans just have insane mental fortitude?
"Probably because the territory was prepared, so they could buy gear, and with rainproof equipment, they can handle the storm. If they can manage this, other weather isn't a big deal. And most important, they have a good Lord." Diana thought of Zhou Bai's actions, and couldn't help but smile.
She's the first Lord Diana's met who leads from the front and rallies the territory residents—she definitely put real effort in.
Seriously special!
Harrison went quiet.
Thinking how this Lord summoned Diana right away, solved the special material issue before bad weather hit…
She really has some skill and luck on her side.