Chapter 145: Long Time No See~
Whoosh!
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With a casual swing of the sword, a Brown Bear was easily killed.
The experience points changed almost not at all; this 28-level Silver Grade monster no longer provided enough experience for players above level 30.
Without bringing Mo Se along, it couldn’t unfurl its abilities in the forest.
Of course, it wasn’t impossible to force its way through—simply knock all the trees down or dig a tunnel underground.
But that would likely result in this map becoming unplayable quickly, so it was best to proceed with caution.
After equipping the Heart Collar and Bloodied Ring, Starry’s health reached 8630. As long as she didn’t encounter any outrageous enemies, she basically wouldn’t be killed in one hit.
By the way, there was a subtle yet very important change in today’s official update.
When strength surpasses that of an opponent, it will apply a percentage armor-breaking effect to physical attacks, depending on the strength difference between the two parties.
The same goes for intelligence.
This means that the previously strong all-defense build focusing on agility and spirit can no longer maintain its original advantages.
Many players, seeing that strength and intelligence didn’t seem useful, simply gave up on investing in strength, and now the officials have pulled a backstab.
Fortunately, only a week has passed, so there is still time to adjust the attribute points.
Resetting attributes is also a great choice, but I’ve heard this potion can only be crafted by alchemists at level 7. Unless one transitions to a hidden profession and gets a free attribute reset opportunity, they would have to muddle through.
Not wanting to think about this anymore, Zane looked ahead at the mist-shrouded forest.
Something felt off.
Did Mo Se end up flattening this forest?
But it was just a thought; Mo Se only appeared scary but had less than 20,000 health. If caught off guard and killed, who knows what would happen.
…
“Ding!”
System Notification: You have entered a new map ‘Spirit King’s Forest’. Please be cautious of your surroundings.
Three minutes later, as exploration deepened, Brown Bears were nowhere to be seen.
Could these monsters only be in the outer layer?
Another five minutes passed.
Not a single monster was sighted, and these trees… they felt oddly familiar.
Looking at the map, the directional indicators were all jumbled.
Could I be lost?
Hmph, Zane smiled confidently.
At times like this, it’s best to make some marks. If I see the marks later, it means I’m just going in circles.
What should I mark?
Could a monster come and erase the marks?
It’s very likely.
So Zane transformed into a Wishcaster, raised a small hand and said, “Wish—Blazing Fire!”
Hmm, setting fire to the mountains, it would definitely be a tightly packed jail.
At the same time, the towering giant tree in front suddenly displayed a series of terrifying damage numbers!
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…
In less than four seconds, this big tree was burned to death, turning into experience points, coins, and a pile of ashes.
The experience points visibly increased a bit; was it a Gold Grade monster?
Thinking this, Zane raised an eyebrow and looked at the surrounding trees.
This is troubling; under Zane’s gaze, these trees seemed to have seen their fate, and in an instant, a storm of branches and vines flew toward the two!
Shocked! How do I dodge this? Getting ensnared would mean certain doom!
Zane decisively wielded the blue Magic Sword and blinked!
Countless misses rose from the spot.
Starry did not dodge or evade, swinging the Qiu Yue Sword in a sweeping arc, a chaotic dance!
No damage numbers appeared, but all the approaching branches were cut without exception.
At this moment, Zane had the chance to check the monster’s attributes.
Giant Spirit Tree:
Rarity: Gold Grade
Level: 35
Health: 60000
Physical Attack Power: 157-272
Magical Attack Power: 203-311
Physical Defense: 357
Magical Defense: 170
Skills: Entangle, Thorn Vines, Absorb Geomancy
Description: Mature Giant Spirit Trees possess faint awareness and will attack hostile intruders.
This panel… seriously unbalanced! It’s definitely a physical team killer.
After failing to entangle, they fell silent.
Have they calmed down?
While thinking this, small mounds began to rise on the ground.
What the heck!?
Zane hurriedly ran to the side, but who knew the mounds of earth followed him!
Swoosh!
The next second, one of the mounds was lifted high by sharp, deep brown roots, revealing a half-meter long weapon!
And it wasn’t just one; all around were moving mounds.
Feeling a faint sadness, Zane instinctively clenched his legs together.
Good thing I’m a girl now.
Wait… does that make things worse!?
Amidst a flash of white light, Swift Shadow Wolf leaped forth, and in a blink, its lightning-like form reached Starry, crashing into the mist ahead.
…
This Giant Spirit Tree is undoubtedly the toughest monster since the game launched, no contest.
Thinking back gives me chills.
After seeing through the giant tree’s disguise, it felt like there was no longer a sense of being lost in circles.
The surrounding scenery kept changing; though not very clear, it was generally not repetitive.
Moreover, Starry could sense the increasingly rich light attribute presence; it was definitely near!
Splat.
It seemed… something had landed on her shoulder?
Zane’s left hand reached toward the sensed direction, and a light purple butterfly fluttered in front of her.
A butterfly?
Zane was stunned, checking the message—
The scene shifted, the thick fog had vanished, revealing a natural landscape filled with the sounds of birds and flowers, blooming flowers and green grass everywhere, with bees occasionally stopping to work on the blossoms.
Breathe.
System Notification: You have entered a special illusion, communication functions are blocked.
System Notification: Warning, unknown events will occur within the illusion.
Almost at the moment after the warning,
Whoosh!
An arrow sliced through the air, carrying chaotic airflow, flying unabated toward Starry!
This feeling… is Meteor Arrow!
Thud!
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A critical hit to the head unleashed weak-point damage, and the tremendous impact sent Starry flying backward!
…
“How could it be you…!” Blood-red pupils shone with enchanting light, forming a stark contrast to her slim and graceful figure.
Before her, the White Wolf lay quietly on the ground, while the girl remained seated, seemingly asleep.
And upon both the girl and the wolf danced many small butterflies, easily numbering in the hundreds.
Those with a fear of clustering would likely faint on the spot.
“I didn’t expect that… before I could even look for you, you delivered yourself right to my door?”
“Hahahaha…!” The once enticing figure looked like a madwoman at this moment.
Suddenly, the butterflies began to move on their own.
Rustle, rustle.
In an instant, all the butterflies flew away from the girl and the White Wolf.
“What… how is this possible…” the voice’s owner said in disbelief.
“So tired… ha~” Starry lazily stretched.
“How is this! What did you do!?”
Rubbing her eyes, Starry groggily replied, “What did I do… what are you saying?”
As her eyes opened, her vision grew clearer.
After seeing the figure in front of her, Starry waved, “Is that you, Treika? What a coincidence, long time no see~”
