Infinity, The Arcade Age

The battle on Neverland ended swiftly.

After all, no one could fight to the death against a monster with nearly 90 points in every attribute, the ability to rapidly heal, and the power of flight.

Realizing the situation was hopeless, the pirates scattered in all directions. Even though Qin Ming could fly, he couldn't chase them all down at once.

He managed to catch two mini-bosses and quickly cut them down but had to vent his frustration on the remaining small fry.

Time passed quickly, and after two days, Qin Ming had finally completed the hidden mission and was ready to return.

Lying in the Dreamwater Pool, eyes half-closed, watching the three mermaids play in the water, Qin Ming suddenly spoke in a low voice.

"I'm preparing to leave for a while."

"Huh?"

Hearing this, the three mermaids froze and quickly swam over to him.

Tinker Bell, who was perched atop Qin Ming's head, also lowered her gaze.

"Leave? Why leave? Isn't it good here? Plenty to eat and drink, no worries, and you have us for company."

As they spoke, the three mermaids pressed closer to Qin Ming, deploying their most effective charm tactics.

Whether or not their seduction worked on Qin Ming, it certainly wouldn't work on the Nightmare Space.

When the space said it was time to leave, Qin Ming had to go—down to the exact second.

"I have some matters to deal with back there. Once I'm done, I'll return immediately."

"Do you need our help?"

"No."

"Do you want to take Tinker Bell with you?"

"No need."

Seeing that Qin Ming had made up his mind, the three mermaids exchanged a glance and didn't press further.

They weren't worried about him leaving forever. After all, this was Neverland, and they were here.

Who would refuse the company of three affectionate mermaids, especially when the world outside was nothing but boring adults and reality?

Understanding this, the mermaids didn't cling to him any longer. After spending a bit more time with them, Qin Ming finally got up from the pool and began walking out.

Trailing behind him, Tinker Bell glanced back at the three mermaids waving goodbye. Her face immediately darkened.

Her naturally jealous nature flared up again, but she didn't dare show it.

After all, if she angered Qin Ming, it wouldn't be about replacing one Peter Pan—it would be about Peter Pan teaming up with those three fish to kill her and replace her with a new fairy.

That's exactly how the last fairy died!

Suppressing her anger, Tinker Bell followed Qin Ming for a while before a light bulb went off in her head.

Her eyes brightened, and she quickly flew in front of him, spinning excitedly in mid-air.

"Peter Pan! I have a surprise for you! Watch this!"

With a flash of magic, Tinker Bell began to grow.

No longer the half-baked fairy she once was, she didn't stop at thirty centimeters this time.

Instead, she surpassed expectations and grew to a towering… sixty centimeters.

Hovering triumphantly, hands on her hips, Tinker Bell wiggled excitedly in the air.

"Ta-da! Look! See! Didn't I tell you I could get bigger? Don't you feel a certain urge right now?"

While Tinker Bell was ecstatic, Qin Ming simply stared at her with a blank expression.

"Sorry, I'm not familiar with Epstein, and I don't have that kind of taste. You're not my type."

"Hey! I might be small, but I'm still human, okay?! You were fine with the fish, but you're rejecting me?!"

"Liking them is an XP problem. Liking you is a moral problem. People get locked up for that… at least where I'm from."

"I don't care! Without you protecting me, those three fish will find a way to kill me! By the time you come back, I'll probably be sealed in a jar! If you dare abandon me, I'll make sure there are Peter Pans everywhere—everywhere!"

As Tinker Bell buzzed around him, getting increasingly agitated, Qin Ming sighed, rubbed his temple, and pinched her between his fingers.

With one hand in his pocket and the other holding the struggling fairy, he continued walking.

"You're really… something else. Honestly, I think those three mermaids are pretty easy to get along with."

"They need you right now, so of course they're friendly! Wait until they don't need you anymore. See how they'll turn on you! They're liars! Evil adults! Your only companion is me! It can only be me! I'm the one who'll always be by your side!"

"Yeah, yeah, fine. Only you. Can't you grow bigger, though?"

"Not yet, but I probably will in the future. Oh! Why don't we improve the island? Cancel the Lost Boys Camp and build a Lost Girls Camp instead!"

"…Wait, are you Epstein?"

Their banter continued as they walked through the Energy Portal, re-entering the Lost Boys Camp Leader's Room.

Meanwhile, in a distant corner of Neverland, several figures were huddled together.

It was the four adventurers who had previously been thrown off the cliff and survived by falling into the water, along with the middle-aged, overweight Peter Pan.

Sitting around a campfire, roasting potatoes, they were deep in discussion.

Unaware that Captain Hook had already been killed, they were busy strategizing how to restore Peter Pan's memory and flying ability, hoping to use him to reclaim Tinker Bell and retake control of the Lost Boys Camp.

Ding!

World: Captain Hook – Act 1

Main Objective: Defeat the Act 1 Boss, the Evil Fat Chef – Completed.

Reward: 2000 points, 2 free attribute points

Hidden Objective: Defeat Captain Hook – Completed.

Reward: 10,000 points, 10 free attribute points, 1 Treasure Chest

Special Achievement: You have uncovered the final secret of Neverland and defeated Captain Hook, successfully unraveling the world's hidden lore!

Reward: Special Item – Key to the Fairy Tale World ×1

Total Rewards: 12,000 points, 12 free attribute points

As the data finished scrolling across his vision, Qin Ming extended his hand.

A brightly colored toy-like key materialized in his palm.

Item: Key to the Fairy Tale World (Captain Hook World)

Category: Special Item (No Rank)

Requirement: Bound to ID 441985

Effect: Can be used during rest periods to enter the Neverland World. No further treasure chests or loot will spawn in Neverland.

Description: A magical key that leads to the fairy tale world of Neverland. However, the world beyond the door might not be as whimsical as it seems…

Staring at the key in his hand, Qin Ming smirked.

This key wasn't just valuable because it let him mingle with three mermaids and a fairy.

Its true worth lay in the Dreamwater Pool.

He couldn't take it out of the world—but he could bring others in to soak in it.

If there is a new little brother in the future, take him in to take a bath, and he can evolve a lot of strength for free on the spot, right!

"This… this is a real treasure."

(End of Chapter)