Activity Points: 1998

"Let me tell you, there's really no special technique for catching Green-Skinned Lobster. These creatures are pretty dim-witted. Just light a lamp by the river, open a snakeskin bag, and they'll jump in on their own."

"Quantity? Of course, the more the better. You know, many companies in the market are secretly asking people to find sources of goods. There's no way around it, they're selling like hotcakes, and the people love to eat them."

"Don't feel guilty. Although I know you're going in on another mission, your superiors can't hunt some wild game and bring back some local specialties, can they?"

Before Xu Nan could even react to this guy's smooth talk, he suddenly had a Lighting Lamp and a Snakeskin Pocket in his hands.

Xu Nan initially wanted to refuse, but seeing the guy's pleading eyes and thinking about how many people were eagerly waiting for Green-Skinned Lobster, his heart softened and he agreed.

What he didn't expect was that his agreement immediately attracted a pack of wolves to surround him.

He had barely left the restroom when several more people approached him, asking him to help them buy some local specialties.

Besides the popular Green-Skinned Lobster, there seem to be other wild game activity in the Riverbend bend.

Xu Nan fainted.

When he stumbled to the entrance of the Riverbend Military Control Area, he suddenly realized that he had transformed from a trainee in the Thousand Rays Society's Training Camp into a professional personal shopper!

This is a bit awkward.

"Fortunately, they were all one-sided verbal agreements."

Xu Nan, feeling a bit scared, hid the shopping lists and vowed never to go to that restroom again.

The other trainees didn't notice Xu Nan's unusual behavior.

In fact, they themselves were extremely nervous—or perhaps excited.

After so many theoretical lessons, they finally had the chance to fight the legendary otherworldly creatures. They were all eager and ready to try.

Only Senior Jiang remained as steady as Mount Tai.

Wei Xian started distributing the equipment over there.

Communication devices, water, food, and marching tents. These basic supplies would be enough to sustain them for about a week without resupply.

I've reviewed most of the information on the East District Nine of the Riverbend. The current investigation shows that the monsters appearing in the East District Nine are mainly Earth Demons and Frost Shadow Beast, which are all low-level monsters, but they often appear in groups.

It's perfect for beginners to practice.

After making some polite remarks, Wei Xian briefly introduced the situation in two areas near the East District Nine:

"District 10 is the elite team of the West City Training Camp. They just joined yesterday, and their progress is not much different from yours. If you meet, say hello or lend a hand. Even if it's a competition, you should understand that the overall situation is more important."

"The Eighth District is actually closer to you, since it's separated by a river, but I advise you not to go near there."

"I just received news that the monster from the West City Training Camp, not satisfied with killing all the otherworldly creatures in Wolf Mountain, has come to Riverbend to cause trouble. He went in alone just three hours ago. This person is difficult to deal with, and it seems that quite a few people in the West City Training Camp have been injured by him. If you encounter him, it's best to keep your distance."

Wang Dongdong curled her lip in disapproval.

They had heard stories about the monster at the West City Training Camp several times along the way, but they always thought it was just a rumor. They were all newcomers at the Training Camp, and even if they were exceptionally strong, how exaggerated could it be?

If you're really that good, why are you slaughtering people in the newbie village dungeon? Are you just showing off?

Xu Nan asked rather inquisitively, "What's that person's profession?"

Wei Xian: "The reason why a level 7 wanderer hasn't advanced is because they haven't decided which class to advance to yet."

The expressions of the three melee fighters immediately changed. All three of them were close to level 5, but advancing to the next level was a completely different matter.

Especially on Earth, where resources related to otherworldly professions are extremely scarce, advancing in the next level would likely require the Thousand Rays Society to provide sufficient resources for even a slight chance.

Generally speaking, wouldn't you be satisfied with a career that offers advancement?

Judging from Wei Xian's tone, this guy is capable of advancing at any time and has multiple professions to choose from, which proves that his opportunities and strength are unimaginable.

We can't afford to mess with them.

Everyone chuckled awkwardly, figuring they'd just avoid the collision if it happened. Didn't they hear Wei Xian they were separated by a river? At worst, they'd just keep to themselves.

After fussing around for a while, the three melee fighters in the team picked up their large backpacks and went inside.

After taking only a couple of steps, Li Jingran suddenly turned back to look at the two Lawful Master strolling leisurely and couldn't help but ask, "Where are your backpacks?"

Jiang Yuanchi glanced at him:

"I have storage equipment."

Li Jingran looked envious. He had heard about the amazing storage equipment in other worlds before, which was exactly the same as in the game, but unfortunately he had never had the chance to see it.

Sure enough, the Lawful Master are the richest.

His gaze then fell on Xu Nan. Just as Xu Nan was about to say something, Jiang Yuanchi spoke first:

"His things are also kept here with me."

Li Jingran couldn't help but shamelessly ask, "Then can I have my things...?"

"No." Jiang Yuanchi said firmly.

[Activity Points +1998, from Li Jingran, Wang Dongdong, and Ning Le]

Xu Nan stared at the number with some puzzlement, and it took her a while to figure it out:

"Turns out they were just three lazy bums who only knew how to shout '666'."

Xu Nan's belongings were certainly not in Jiang Yuanchi's hands; in fact, he had plenty of his own storage equipment.

Since looting the Alchemy Heart of Neighbor Four, City Lord Xu has become increasingly wealthy, and he no longer cares about ordinary magical equipment.

The storage device he uses now is the highest-grade Alchemy Ring, with an extra-large capacity that doesn't leak and can even provide a slight fragrance effect, making him as stable as a mountain when he sleeps at night.

However, he didn't expose Senior Jiang's lie, as he felt that Jiang Yuanchi probably had some ulterior motives.

Sure enough, not long after entering the East District Nine of Riverbend, a fork in the road appeared ahead.

Jiang Yuanchi suggested, "Let's split up. If we go back and forth, and we don't know if we have enough time, our mission score might not be high."

The three melee fighters hesitated for a moment, but then nodded in agreement.

Wang Dongdong raised his hand and said, "Then I'll team up with you. Rangers and mages are a better match."

The others seemed to accept the unspoken rule that since they were going to be divided into groups, each group should have one spellcaster.

However, Jiang Yuanchi said frankly, "I'll be in a group with Fish Tripe Junior, and the three of you will be in a group."

[Activity Points +1998, from Li Jingran, Wang Dongdong, and Ning Le]

Xu Nan was somewhat taken aback. This is possible? Jealousy really can be twisted.

"Isn't this a bit inappropriate?" Shield Warrior Ning Le said, somewhat displeased. "What if you two spellcasters encounter hordes of monsters if you go off alone?"

"The three of us are fine, since the monsters here are all low-level..."

Li Jingran nodded in agreement. "That's true. If the two of you go alone, you won't be able to handle monsters that get close. Who will tank them?"

Jiang Yuanchi pointed at Xu Nan: "He's carrying it."

Xu Nan: "???"

Thus, the five parted ways. The three melee fighters left somewhat unhappily, while Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi went to the right together.

It must be said that the scenery of the Riverbend has indeed changed dramatically.

What was originally a modern tourist attraction has been transformed into a desolate hilly area in the Pro World.

Both roads were quite difficult to travel on, full of potholes, but the road that Xu Nan and the others took was relatively straight and followed the river.

Xu Nan randomly recruited a creature to scout ahead, but it turned out to be a Crippled Bro.

Xu Nan looked at the familiar-looking creature and examined it closely. He realized that it was indeed the same one he had summoned in the Grayfrost Forest of Lost Paradise.

This guy is pretty tough. Even after a few months, he's still the lowest-ranking cannon fodder, but now he has a cheap Wolf Tooth Club in his hand, stubbornly carrying out his mission of scouting while limping on one leg.

I don't know how he survived in the Astral Realm.

Xu Nan had an idea. She cast an Arcane Mark on the Crippled Bro and then went to chat with Senior Jiang.

"Senior, did you send them away because you felt it was inconvenient to travel with them?"

Xu Nan thought about it carefully and realized that only this reason could explain why Jiang Yuanchi had grouped the students in this way.

After all, he could sense that Jiang Yuanchi had as many secrets as he did.

Anyone who possesses storage equipment at this time must have a story to tell.

Jiang Yuanchi's answer, however, surprised him somewhat:

"No, I just think this grouping method is more scientific."

Xu Nan was taken aback. "Science? I'm a warlock, and you're a mage. We're both spellcasters."

Jiang Yuanchi frowned. "Aren't warlocks supposed to increase physique?"

Xu Nan was shocked. "Who told you that?"

Jiang Yuanchi asked in bewilderment, "You told me yesterday that your Blazing Fire Blade Technique has reached its peak..."

Xu Nan: "..."

So she was serious about making me fight the monster she encountered!

Xu Nan had a terrible headache.

Just then, a group of earth demons, oblivious to the danger, surrounded them from below the hillside.

He glanced back at Jiang Yuanchi, Senior Jiang was looking at him expectantly. "You can't expect me to carry them, can you? My new dress and high heels..."

Xu Nan, filled with grief and indignation, burst into tears and drew his sword!

Blazing Fire Blade Technique!

At this moment, A-Kun was with him, as the Lotus Monk's ultimate skills were displayed with unparalleled proficiency.

Xu Nan chopped off the head of a demon dog with a single stroke, and blood splattered onto his face, but he remained unfazed.

In the blink of an eye, as Xu Nan drew his sword to slash at the second earth demon, a terrifying white light descended.

[Empowered Lightning Chain]!

Sizzle!

In an instant, more than twenty earth demons were caught in the Lightning Chain and instantly turned into roasted earth demons!

Xu Nan turned around in astonishment.

Beside Jiang Yuanchi, the Fairy Dragon danced merrily, holding a skillful staff in her hand. Her silent spellcasting technique made her posture and movements appear particularly calm and elegant.

Her features were exquisite, her smile as beautiful as a flower; in that instant, she seemed like a fairy descending to earth, captivating anyone who saw her.

Apart from Xu Nan.

He gripped the alloy folding knife tightly, white foam began to appear at the corner of his mouth, and the whole scene suddenly took a grotesque turn:

"Senior... you... you don't know..."

"Are metals... conductive?"

The next second, he fell straight down, completely unconscious.

...!