Damn, the Dragon Soul died so easily. He's the boss of Swordfire!
I looked at Ling Yue and she also looked at me. A trace of fear appeared in both of our eyes. The Skeleton King's attacks were really too fierce. We couldn't even withstand a single attack!
Not far from me, Zi Yun 'er was surrounded by Undead Knights. She looked at me with a bitter smile and said, "Scholar, I'm going back to the city first!"
Zi Yun 'er also turned into white light and returned to the city. She died very calmly!
Burning Ghost was angry and attacked the Skeleton King with all his might.
I immediately shouted, "Burning Ghost, return to the city now!"
Burning Ghost was shocked. "No, how can I leave you behind?"
I shouted, "Don't talk nonsense. Do you want to drop the Decay set?
Go back to the city and wait for us. I'll help you hold them off for a while! "
Burning Ghost was shocked and didn't say anything. He immediately retreated and left the battle to use a return scroll. I quickly moved forward and attracted the aggro of the Undead Knights. Then, I turned around and rushed toward the Skeleton King.
A few seconds later, Burning Ghost successfully used the return scroll and returned to the city.
I began to attack the Skeleton King. Whether or not my last attack would succeed would depend on these few seconds!
Ling Yue understood my intentions and cooperated with my attacks. Fireballs rained down on the Skeleton King's chest, but this hateful boss seemed to have an endless supply of HP and actually didn't fall!
Finally, a group of Undead Knights surrounded Ling Yue. Her Flame Shield only resisted a few attacks before breaking apart. The attacks of these Undead Knights were no joke.
Seeing Ling Yue turn into white light and return to the city, my heart ached a little, but I calmed down.
I quickly moved to avoid the pursuit of the Undead Knights and attacked the Skeleton King with Armor Piercing Arrows. The Skeleton King held his sword and jumped on his horse, slashing at me with the sound of wind!
I knew my limits. How could my Defense compare to the Dragon Soul's? Even he was one-shot. If I was hit, there would be nothing left of me!
And so, I closed my eyes and fired the last Armor Piercing Arrow!
"Bang!"
The moment the milky white light seeped into the Skeleton King's armor, he abruptly stopped moving. His entire body seemed to have fallen on top of me as he pressed down on me from all directions!
Ding ~!
System Notification: Congratulations! You have killed the Gold-grade Boss, Ten Thousand Year Skeleton King! You have gained 400,000 EXP and 2,000 Reputation!
…
A golden light descended and I immediately leveled up to level 33. However, in the blink of an eye, I was surrounded by a bunch of Undead Knights. Their swords flashed and my full health was instantly emptied!
Shocked, I immediately looked at the items the Skeleton King dropped. They were a book and a sword, so I immediately dropped down and threw the two items into my bag. As for the gold, I could only grab a handful. Who would've thought that the moment I grabbed a handful, my whole body would ache, and light would flash before my eyes — Ding ~!
< System Notification: You have been killed by the Undead Knight. Level reduced by 1! >
Ding ~!
System Notification: Quest cannot be completed while dead. Quest failed!
…
F * ck, I actually failed. Could it be that this mission has a time delay?
Also, I was back to Level 32...
All around me were familiar faces. Ling Yue, Dragon Soul, and the others were all waiting for me at the resurrection formation.
The dragon soul said, "From the looks of it, he seems to have died as well."
Xingtian said, "That's right. The return to the city is at the plaza, not here..."
In the distance, Burning Ghost was running toward me from the plaza.
Beside me, Ling Yue and Zi Yun 'er were standing there. Ling Yue laughed softly and asked, "What happened in the end?"
I said, "Look at my level!"
Ling Yue stilled for a moment before realization dawned on her. She smiled and said, "You killed the Skeleton King!"
"Smart!"
Everyone had dropped a level. I was Level 32, but I was still Level 32 after death. This could only mean that I had gained a level before I died!
After learning that I had killed the Skeleton King, Dragon Soul and the others were overjoyed. However, when I mentioned that we should split the loot, Dragon Soul immediately shook his head and said, "One cannot be too greedy. Burning Ghost has already obtained the Decay set from you. Moreover, Scholar, you were the one who killed the Skeleton King. To put it bluntly, we didn't help much. Even if the Skeleton King dropped a Divine Equipment, we definitely won't touch it!"
Then, Dragon Soul smiled and said, "It's time to go offline and eat. Brother Scholar, see you later!"
Xingtian and Burning Ghost went to appraise equipment. Zi Yun 'er also said that she was going offline to eat.
I also wanted to appraise equipment. Ling Yue followed me and said, "I'm going to broaden my horizons!"
And so, by the time we arrived at the appraisal office, Burning Ghost had already gone out to show off in a sparkling Decay set. Xingtian happily followed behind him, occasionally pointing at Burning Ghost and saying to passersby, "This is my brother. Isn't he awesome?"
… …
I took out the two items from my bag and found that the skill book didn't need to be appraised —
[Thousand Blade Arrow]: Deals a certain amount of damage to enemies around the target. Requirement: Level 30 Novice Archer
… …
I was overjoyed. I had actually gotten what I wanted. An AOE skill book for archers had dropped for me so quickly!
Looking at the description, Ling Yue happily smiled and said, "Scholar, I'll bring you along when I grind in the future!"
I smiled and said, "Gladly!"
Then, I looked at the sword that the Skeleton King had dropped —
[Flowing Light Sword] (Gold-grade)
Attack: 140-185
Strength: + 15
Stamina: + 10
Level Requirement: 30
(Unappraised)
… …
Gold-grade!
It was actually Gold-grade!
Ling Yue and I were stunned. For a long time, we couldn't say a word!
I could only see the light flowing on the sword. A ripple of light slowly flowed on the blade. The lines on the sword were also quite delicate. In general, it belonged to the gentle and beautiful type.
After a long time, Ling Yue shook my arm and said, "Scholar, do you still want to appraise it?"
I said, "Of course!"
When I put the Flowing Light Sword on the table, the appraiser immediately turned pale with fright. He hurriedly ran into the room and exclaimed, "Master!
Master!
There is an equipment here that you need to appraise! "
A few minutes later, an old and decrepit appraiser walked out. His title showed his rank: Royal Appraiser!
The old appraiser looked at the Flowing Light Sword and couldn't help but become excited. He lightly stroked the hilt of the Flowing Light Sword and said with a trembling voice, "I never thought that I would be able to see such a treasure in my lifetime!"
Then, the old appraiser decisively said, "Appraisal fee, 100 gold coins!"
"What?
100 gold coins? "I turned pale with fright.
The old appraiser nodded seriously, "Do you want to appraise it?"
I only had 56 gold coins now, it wasn't enough!
Ling Yue seemed to see my difficulties and smiled. She directly gave the 100 gold coins to the appraiser and said, "I will pay for him!"
After the appraiser took the money, he immediately reached out and brushed the Flowing Light Sword. The sword shone brightly and the entire appraisal shop was lit up!
Taking the Flowing Light Sword, I excitedly opened the sword's stats — —
[Flowing Light Sword] (Gold Equipment)
Attack: 185-270
Strength: + 24
Stamina: + 20
Agility: + 15
Bonus: Increase the attack of all skills by 20%
Required Level: 30
… …
Looking at the Flowing Light Sword's strong stats, Ling Yue and I were shocked again.
"This … this is too … too overpowered …" Ling Yue was speechless.
I was also stunned, holding the Flowing Light Sword in my hand. I felt a huge amount of power enter my body. Unfortunately, a small Archer like me couldn't use a sword at all.
Ling Yue smiled and asked, "What do you plan to do with this sword?
Give it to Dragon Soul? "
I said, "Do you think that I am such a generous person?
I would give away a Gold Equipment unless my head was kicked by a donkey … "
Ling Yue smiled, "Who knows, maybe Dragon Soul's charm isn't enough!
Since you don't plan to give it to him, then save it first. In another half a month, when the mainstream players reach Level 30, this sword's true value will be revealed! "
I nodded and said, "Okay, if I sell this sword, it will be your contribution, I will give you 10% of the profit …"
"Damn, you are so generous!"
"Of course."
"… …"