A gust of wind suddenly swept across a prairie outside Cyan Dragon City, carrying the fragrance of fresh grass.
Lin Yi stood on the waist-high wildgrass, a sneer curving at the corner of his mouth.
When a glint of cold light emerged from behind, Lin Yi shifted left as if precisely calculated, a sharp dagger slicing past his eyes.
A panicked face appeared before Lin Yi; he raised his hand towards the figure,
"Arcane Missile!"
"Bang!"
"-421" Critical Strike~
A flash of white light took the figure away,
"Ding!"
The dagger also fell at Lin Yi's feet, silently narrating the sequence of events, as if proving that what just transpired was no illusion.
All of this happened in just a few seconds, though it seemed longer when recounted.
By the time Divine Hall Fox reemerged from the Resurrection Hall, the shock still hadn't left his face.
How did he discover me?
From my attack to his counterattack, it was like a meticulously calculated performance, leaving me no room to respond, a clean and swift counter-kill.
Everything made so much sense.
What terrifying awareness!
What high damage!
At this point, Divine Hall Fox had to admit: he, an Assassin, had been instantly killed by a Mage...
In all his years of gaming, this was the first time that Divine Hall Fox felt such a deep sense of helplessness towards someone.
Truly worthy of being the first to be deified; such a reputation isn't undeserved.
Divine Hall Madman:
"Where are you? I'm here."
Divine Hall Fox snapped out of his shock and replied:
"I got counter-killed!"
"What?!"
Divine Hall Madman locked eyes with Lin Yi, amazed that an Assassin had been counter-killed by this Mage.
"In the ten years since I established the Divine Hall, I've never extended the same invitation twice to one person."
Divine Hall Madman looked at Lin Yi:
"How about coming to my Divine Hall? I can offer you the position of Elder."
Lin Yi, as always, chose to refuse:
"Thanks for the offer, but I'm afraid I must disappoint you."
"Ha~"
Divine Hall Madman laughed angrily,
"Do you know what happens to those who refuse me?"
Lin Yi thought for a moment,
"I do."
"And you still want to refuse?"
Lin Yi shrugged,
"I want to experience being hunted, but…"
Divine Hall Madman was first angry, then puzzled,
"But what?"
Lin Yi sneered:
"But before that, you better think hard about whether it's worth offending me."
"Tch~"
Divine Hall Madman first showed disdain, then burst into laughter,
"You're the first person bold enough to say that to me, I have to admire your courage."
"But I must tell you that from now on you..."
"Arcane Missile"
Divine Hall Madman stood bewildered, watching the white orb of light,
"You!"
"Boom!"
"-387"
Inside the Resurrection Hall
As Divine Hall Fox was about to leave, he suddenly noticed a flash of white light from the Resurrection Point behind him.
When Divine Hall Fox turned around, he saw Divine Hall Madman emerge with a dark face.
Seemingly having anticipated something, Divine Hall Fox looked incredulous,
"Could it be, President you..."
Standing in the Resurrection Hall, Divine Hall Madman roared:
"Feng Hua, I'm not done with you!"
...
Watching Divine Hall Madman turn into a white light, Lin Yi couldn't help but scoff,
"Villains always die because they talk too much."
Knowing the temperament of those from the Divine Hall, I'll inevitably clash with them someday.
When it comes to enemies, Lin Yi never knows the meaning of mercy.
Even though the name above his head was starting to yellow...
Now that it's peaceful, let's continue leveling up.
...
"Sister Haitang, do you think we should compete for the first clear of the dungeon?"
"Shield Strike!"
"Bang!"
"-67"
Phantom City Star managed the aggro of a Demonized Lizard while asking Xia Haitang beside him.
"Whish!"
"-124" Critical Strike
Phantom City Qian Menyu's attack followed, and he said,
"The forum is abuzz with who will get the first clear of this dungeon."
Phantom City Xia Haitang seized the chance to launch a Magic Attack, replying,
"Compared to Shengshi Dynasty, getting the first clear for us is nearly impossible, don't think about it."
Phantom City Star:
"If only Feng Hua was here, perhaps we could at least give it a try."
For some reason, just hearing that name filled Phantom City Xia Haitang with complicated emotions.
"By the way, Sister Haitang, what about Brother Tianci?"
"Which Newbie Village is he in now, what level is he? Maybe we can ask for his help."
In Phantom City Star's mind, a top player like Tianci should be leveling up quickly.
"Don't mention that person to me, forget about the first clear, let's focus on leveling up."
Who knows what grievous actions the owner of that name did to her President to upset her every time he's mentioned.
Phantom City Star sighed, watching Qian Menyu draw another Demonized Lizard, he charged forward without hesitation,
"Shield Strike!"
Over time, nearly everyone had somewhat adapted to the changes this game brought.
Just like now, the trio could smoothly coordinate, utilizing each Profession's traits to systematically take down targeted prey.
While managing the monster's aggro, Phantom City Star also noticed the seemingly distracted President.
Phantom City Star quietly asked Qian Menyu:
"Xiaoyu, what's the deal between Tianci and our President? Why does she get angry whenever he's mentioned?"
Qian Menyu controlled the attack rhythm while cautiously glancing at Xia Haitang,
"Other than the President herself, who knows that."
Phantom City Star:
"I wonder who'd win if Tianci went up against Feng Hua."
Qian Menyu rolled his eyes:
"How do you compare a Thief to a Mage?"
"True."
Qian Menyu:
"Alright, stop talking."
"Don't upset the President again."
"Okay."
...
"Achoo~"
At the gates of Cyan Dragon City, a handsome man rubbed his nose,
"Is someone thinking of me?"
But, perhaps thinking of something, he couldn't help but self-deprecate,
"It's definitely not her."
Then he glanced towards the official dungeon direction, a grin of excitement at his lips,
"This is the World I wish to conquer."
As the player with the ID Tianci exited the Cyan Dragon City gates and entered the wilderness, he vanished from sight at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Shortly after Tianci left, another group arrived.
Viewing the grand scenery outside the city, the five faces reflected sheer amazement,
One Warrior brandishing a Great Sword displayed a resolute look,
"This dungeon's first clear will mark Shengshi Dynasty's grand entry into the game; it must belong to Shengshi Dynasty, no matter the cost!"
Just then, a voice suddenly came from behind the group,
"Sorry, the first clear belongs to me, Luoshen."