I shook my head and smiled, "What's the point of rolling? I already got the Petrification Necklace. If I get this Gold-tier armor as well, will you be able to accept it?"
Bing Cha was very smart and smiled, "Alright then, I'll accept this Breastplate of Fearlessness. Thank you!"
"You're welcome … …"
Seeing the Breastplate of Fearlessness enter Bing Cha's bag, I felt like my heart was being cut by a knife. How could I not feel heartache … …
Just like that, a Gold Rank Boss was killed. Zi Yun 'er, Ice Tea, and I all received some benefits. The three of us looked very happy. The 300 gold that the Boss dropped was taken by Ling Yue. Mages spent a lot of money to burn monsters, so there was nothing we could do about it.
As an incompetent Archer, I used Thousand Blade Arrow to kill monsters. The mana in my bag could last for around ten hours, but Ling Yue's bag would probably run out of mana in less than three hours. So, every time we went out to level, Ling Xue would always help her sister bring a lot of potions. This was the only way to ensure that we could level for a long time.
However, killing the Crocodiles in the Dead Wood Coast was a very efficient way to save mana. All of our small, single-target spells didn't require too much mana. This was probably one of the reasons why Ling Yue loved this place.
By noon, I barely reached Lv 43. At this time, everyone had used up a lot of mana. Plus, the girls were complaining that they were hungry. So, Ling Yue decided that we should all go back to the city to resupply and then go offline to eat. We would come back in the afternoon.
After a few flashes of light, we appeared in the middle of Twilight City's plaza.
Zi Yun 'er followed me to appraise the equipment. Bing Cha also followed. The rest of us wanted to see the stats of the Gold-tier armor.
We entered in a line. Zi Yun 'er was the first to place her equipment on the counter.
The appraiser glanced at the Staff of the Earth and said, "The appraisal fee is 200 gold!"
Zi Yun 'er was slightly surprised. I asked, "Do you have enough gold?"
She smiled lightly, "Yes."
After saying that, the Staff of the Earth flashed and its stats were activated — —
[Staff of the Earth] (Silver Tier)
Magic Attack: 120-160
Intelligence: + 21
Stamina: + 18
Additional: Increases healing effect by up to 120 points
Level Requirement: 40
…
It actually added up to 120 points of healing!
It was rare to see a single piece of equipment that could add so many healing points. If he had a full set of such equipment, he would probably be able to add thousands of health points with each healing spell!
Zi Yun 'er was very happy. She equipped the Staff of the Earth, and in an instant, a staff with flowing light appeared in her hand. It made her look even more charming.
Ling Yue smiled and said, "If that's the case, our team's healing output will be even more guaranteed!"
Zi Yun 'er nodded and smiled. "Yes, thank you, Ling Yue!"
Ling Yue was slightly startled. "You … How did you know my name is Ling Yue?"
Zi Yun 'er blinked. "That's good. I know you guys, but you guys don't know me …"
Ling Yue saw that she didn't want to talk about it, so she didn't ask.
Ling Xue urged me, "Hey!
Appraise the Petrification Necklace already! "
I immediately walked forward and handed over the Petrification Necklace. After the 150 gold was taken, the necklace immediately shone brightly — [Petrification Necklace] (Silver-grade — Necklace)
Strength: + 25
Stamina: + 25
Passive: 10% chance to petrify when attacking a target
Level Requirement: 43
… …
I turned pale with fright. I hadn't expected the necklace to have a 10% chance to petrify a target. It was obvious that this was a very high chance, and it was practically invincible in melee combat!
Overjoyed, I immediately equipped the necklace. My stats immediately jumped, and my Attack increased by a lot. 438 ~ 566 (Spear), 640 ~ 756 (Bow). Now that I thought about it, my bow's damage had completely surpassed that Level 50 archer's!
At this time, Bing Cha had already placed the Fearless Chest Armor on the table. But the appraiser unexpectedly demanded an exorbitant price. "The appraisal fee is 500 gold!"
"Ah!
That's so expensive … "Bing Cha's mouth fell open in shock.
I also said, "The appraisal fee is only 500 gold? That's the price of a Gold-grade item. This NPC is so greedy!"
Ling Xue glared at me. "Idiot, don't talk about useless stuff like that. Bing Cha is a warrior, so she definitely doesn't have that much gold. You pay the price!"
I glared at her. "You're rich too, so why are you using my money!"
Ling Xue said, "Paying the appraisal fee for Beauty Bing Cha is a great opportunity for you. Other people wouldn't be able to get it even if they wanted it!"
I was stunned. 1000 RMB for an opportunity? To be honest, I really didn't want to grasp this opportunity...
However, I still obediently took out 500 gold coins. It couldn't be helped, although I wasn't the richest person in the studio, I was definitely the one with the most gold coins.
Bing Cha said with a hint of gratitude, "Scholar … this, um, I will … um, in the future …"
I was dumbfounded when I saw the usually calm Bing Cha reveal a trace of shyness like a little girl. I couldn't help but say, "Bing Cha, are you nervous?
It's just 500 gold. When you have money in the future, just pay me back. Even if you don't want to pay me back, I won't ask for it. Don't worry! "
Bing Cha burst into laughter and said exasperatedly, "It's all yours this time!"
At this time, a flash of light flashed, and the stats of the Fearless Chest Armor appeared in the party channel —
[Fearless Chest Armor] (Gold-grade — Armor)
Defense: 155
Magic Resist: 120
Strength: + 28
Stamina: + 20
Passive: Increases user's Defense by 100
Level Requirement: 45
Gender Requirement: Male
… …
Bing Cha was stunned for a moment. It took her a long time to murmur, "Is this … is this fate?
555555, I've been looking forward to this for so long … "
We were all speechless. Ling Yue said with a bitter smile, "Don't be sad, Bing Cha. It's just a Gold-grade item. We'll definitely get a female armor in the future. Why does this system have a gender requirement …"
Iced Tea pouted and tossed the Fearless Chest Armor to me. "Here, Shusheng. You're lucky today, you bastard!
Hmph hmph, it's a good thing you paid the appraisal fee yourself. Otherwise, I would've lost a lot! "
I hugged the Fearless Chest Armor in my arms. I was overjoyed, but I also felt a little guilty. I immediately took off the Petrification Necklace and said to Bing Cha, "Since this Fearless Chest Armor is mine, I'll give you the Petrification Necklace to make it up to you …"
Bing Cha refused. "I don't want it. How can you give it to me when you've worn it before? You have no sincerity at all!
Plus, you'll be able to use this necklace better than me … "
I looked a little embarrassed. "Then, how should I make it up to you?"
Bing Cha's expression was a little ambiguous. She asked with a smile, "You really don't want to owe me a favor?"
I was stunned. "What are you talking about …"
At the side, Ling Xue couldn't stand it anymore and said in a commanding tone, "Idiot, trade 2000 gold to Sister Bing Cha and keep the Petrification Necklace for yourself. 2000 gold is a form of compensation for Sister Bing Cha!"
I nodded. This idea was acceptable.
However, when I looked at the remaining gold in my bag, I was embarrassed. I only had 1924 gold left!
"Um, Bing Cha, can you give me 1500 first? I'll transfer the money to you tonight, okay?" I asked tentatively.
Bing Cha smiled. "Alright, alright. You're really something!"
And so, I happily traded 1500 gold to Bing Cha. She happily exchanged the gold for a few thousand RMB on the spot and said, "Who wants to go shopping with me tonight? I don't have any clothes to wear ~ ~"
The girls immediately looked happy. Ling Xue smiled and said, "Sister and I will go too. It's been a long time since we went out!"
Zi Yue, Xia Chen, and the others also hurriedly requested to go with them. They even said undeniably, "Scholar, let's go together!"
I said firmly, "I'm not going!"
Who knew if I would be able to come back alive? Girls have unlimited energy when they go shopping, but I might not be able to handle it.
Seeing that I didn't agree, Summer threatened, "If you don't go, we'll take Ling Xue to a bar and leave her on the side of the road for someone else to pick up!"
However, Ling Xue didn't get angry. She just looked at me with hope in her eyes, a mischievous smile on her beautiful lips.
I thought for a moment and changed my mind. "Fine, I'll fight anyone who doesn't let me go!"
Zi Yun 'er blinked at us with an envious look.
And so, we decided to go online in an hour to continue grinding and then go offline.
Before I logged out of the game, I stored the Fearless Chest Armor in the warehouse. The Gold-grade breastplate itself had 155 Defense, but it also added another 100 Magic Resist for a total of 255 Defense. This kind of insane Defense had long since surpassed the stats a Gold-grade breastplate should have. As far as I knew, a Level 40 Gold-grade breastplate only had 140 Defense, but this Fearless Chest Armor had over 100 Defense and 120 precious Magic Resist. It was a super tanky piece of equipment!
I estimated that I would have a chance to reach Level 45 before tonight. When I equipped this Fearless Breastplate, I would be a complete meatshield. In fact, my Defense might even surpass that of Ling Xue with the Gale set.
I happily went offline. Ling Yue had already ordered a table full of sumptuous food from Natural House. The food had arrived a few minutes ago, and when everyone sat down, the room immediately filled with the aroma of food.
Looking at the dishes on the table, I asked, "Ling Yue, how much for such a sumptuous meal?"
Ling Yue smiled. "I'm a platinum member there, so I get a 20% discount. This table should be around 400 RMB. It shouldn't be too little."
I was slightly surprised. "That's a lot of money!
Our workshop probably didn't make much money today. If this continues, won't we be able to make ends meet? "
Ling Yue shook her head. "We won't. We got three pieces of equipment today, and with these excellent equipment, we'll be able to challenge stronger bosses in the future. This is a long-term investment. When our levels are high enough, these equipment will be what mainstream players need. At that time, we can sell them for RMB, and the workshop will be able to make a lot of money!" I nodded.
When it came to business, I didn't seem to be very smart.
Ling Xue took a sip of the soup and asked with a smile, "Sis, does the workshop have any reserve funds right now?"
Ling Yue smiled. "We do, but it's all my pocket money. Ever since I entered Bluestar, my dad hasn't given me any pocket money. I only have 200k or so right now. Snow, I heard that you got a lot of money from your dad. Why don't you support me a bit?"
Ling Xue said innocently, "I don't have any either …"
"Hm?
Last time, my dad gave you 500k and a passbook with 500k in it. You spent it all? "Ling Yue was slightly surprised." Snow, don't tell me … you buy Louis Vuitton every day? "
Ling Xue smiled faintly. "Of course not!
A few days ago, a classmate's sister got leukemia, and the class leader organized a donation. I donated all 500k from my dad. As for that passbook, I get angry whenever I think about it. Last time, I washed clothes and turned it into scraps of paper. I don't remember the password or the account number, so I was too lazy to check it … "
Ling Yue was speechless. "Then how much do you have now?"
Ling Xue immediately took out a few bills from her pocket and counted them. "Hm, I still have seventy-eight yuan. Sis, you have to support me this summer …"
Ling Yue didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "I can't even protect myself, so I'll let Scholar support you!"
I stilled and said, "This, isn't it a bit inappropriate?"
Ling Xue was stunned as well. A blush quickly rose to her cheeks. She was so beautiful that she couldn't be described with words.
Seeing this, Ling Yue said, "Then just pretend I didn't say anything. Don't take it to heart. However, the situation of our studio seems to be a little grim after Xue 'er squandered all her assets. Organize a team to earn money in the next few days and work hard to earn our living expenses!"
Everyone was united and swept away the dishes on the table.
After eating and drinking some afternoon tea, the hour was up and I logged back into the game.
Zi Yun 'er was already waiting at the plaza. Sword Fire Ghostflame and Sword Fire Xing Tian were next to her. When I appeared, Xing Tian immediately walked up and said, "Boss, you're finally here. Our mission is complete!"
I was a bit confused. "Xing Tian, what mission?"
Judging Sky glanced at the beautiful Zi Yun 'er beside him and said with a smile, "Dragon Soul has asked Gui Zhi and me to protect Zi Yun' er. Erm, as you know, a beautiful female player like Zi Yun 'er attracts jealousy. She's also a Cleric, so she naturally needs protection. Since you're here, Gui Zhi and I will go level up!"
I said, "Why don't you come with us?"
Xing Tian glanced at the beautiful Snow Moon girls behind me and immediately drooled. "Really?
That's so embarrassing … "
Ghostflame walked up and dragged Xing Tian away by the collar. He said to me, "Sorry boss Scholar, Xing Tian is hot-headed again. Dragon Soul is organizing us to fight a boss this afternoon, and we can't miss this berserker. Have fun!"
I nodded. "Yes, you guys too!
Say hi to Dragon Soul for me. "
"You can send a message to him yourself."
"..."
Zi Yun 'er covered her mouth and smiled. At this time, Ling Yue and Ling Xue had arrived, so we did a headcount and confirmed that we had enough potions. Then, we set off for Withered Wood Coast again!