Global Coming: Farming with my sister-in-law in the end times

Chapter 897 Dark Night Rhinoceros King Armor, Mass Enhancement of Legendary Equipment!

"Success!"

A satisfied smile appeared on the face of the legendary blacksmith Harold.

He wiped the sweat from his brow, picked up the brand-new leather armor, and then respectfully approached the lord.

"My lord, please take a look."

"This leather armor not only retains the amazing defensive power of the Icefield Rhinoceros, but also incorporates the characteristics of this gem. Even among legendary equipment, it is considered top-quality."

Cao Xing smiled approvingly: "Very good, Harold, your forging skills are as amazing as ever."

Then, he reached out and took it.

[Obtained: Unnamed Leather Armor (Legendary)]

(Note: You need to name the equipment to unleash its true power and open the equipment information panel.)
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Like the legendary spear we obtained earlier, this newly forged equipment also needs to be named.

Cao Xing stared at the leather armor, which was entirely gray-black and exuded a kingly aura.

After a moment of contemplation, he solemnly declared, "Let's call it the [Dark Night Rhinoceros King Armor]!"

[Ding! 'Dark Night Rhino King Armor' successfully named, equipment panel now open!]

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With expectant eyes, Cao Xing quickly checked the attributes of the armor.

【Dark Night Rhinoceros King Armor】

[Quality: Legend]

[Equipment Level: 100]

Armor: 4489~4812

【Special Effect ①: Agility +5000, Constitution +5000, Armor Penetration Resistance +30%】

【Additional Effect ②: Dark Night Rhino King's Blessing (A new effect after fusing with the 'Dark Night Lionheart Gem'. In nighttime and environments below -70℃, all attributes are increased by 20%, and armor is increased by 20%)】

【Special Effect ③: Roar of the Dark Night Rhinoceros King (A brand new special effect after being fused with the 'Dark Night Lionheart Gem')】

Unleash a deafening roar that intimidates all enemies within a 5000-meter radius, reduces all attributes of units lower than your level by 30%, and increases the attack power of friendly units by 15% for 120 seconds (1-hour cooldown).

[Special Effect 4: Dark Night Rhinoceros King's Protection (Legendary Special Effect!)]
When a single instance of damage exceeds 30% of one's maximum health, the effect of that attack is reduced by 50%.

It also grants the user a shield equal to 20% of their maximum health and increases their base attack power by 20%.

[Additional Effects: Ice Soul, Frost Fury, Eternal Silence]

(Equipment Description: This leather armor, crafted from the hide of the legendary giant rhinoceros's Frosthoof, underwent a unique transformation after being fused with another King of Beasts gem.)
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After seeing this legendary equipment, even Cao Xing, with his composure, couldn't help but show a look of shock.

"Good heavens... a mutated legendary equipment, that's a bit outrageous!"

"This brand-new Rhinoceros King Armor not only grants the wearer powerful survivability, but also significantly increases attack power."

"Furthermore, the mutated [Dark Night Rhinoceros King's Roar] can increase the attack power of all allies by 15%!"

"When combined with [Eternal Power], it can become a permanent enhancement, which is incredibly powerful!"

Cao Xing gently stroked the black patterns flowing across the surface of the leather armor, quite satisfied with this legendary leather armor that had been handcrafted by the blacksmith in the territory.

However... he was having some trouble deciding who should own this top-tier piece of equipment.

This legendary leather armor can be described as all-around, suitable for almost any melee class, and can bring them a great boost.

According to Cao Xing's plan, the shield guard Bronn in the territory is the best choice for this leather armor.

However, this guy usually likes to fight shirtless and doesn't like to wear clothes.

Cao Xing would not force his subordinates to change these personal habits.

After all, although they had joined his territory, they were still living, breathing human beings, not mere tools of the lord.

Everyone has their own personality and quirks.

If everything is just about maximizing profits, erasing everyone's personality and turning them into pure battle maniacs, that would be too boring.

After some deliberation, Cao Xing gradually made a decision.

He called out, "Sarah."

As the voice faded, a slender black figure appeared silently among the crowd.

When Salle and Bodie saw the woman suddenly appear, they were so frightened that they immediately took a few steps back!
They had no idea when the dark elf assassin had entered the room.

However... with Sarah's strength and stealth capabilities, even demigods would have difficulty detecting her.

They were able to discover that it was truly a ghost!

Sarah bowed slightly and said in a low, respectful voice, "My lord, please give your orders."

Without wasting any words, Cao Xing handed over the [Dark Night Rhinoceros King Armor] in his hand: "This leather armor will be yours to use from now on."

The dark elf assassin paused, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes: "My lord... this equipment is far too valuable..."

"You recently bestowed upon me a powerful necklace, and now you've granted me such formidable leather armor..."

"I……"

Although she was hidden in the darkness, she overheard their conversation and knew how precious the equipment was.

For a moment, I was hesitant to accept it.

Cao Xing smiled and shook his head, saying, "Don't worry, your assassination skills combined with this equipment will allow it to reach its full potential."

"Furthermore, we are heading to a dangerous place, and I need you to improve your strength so that you can better protect me."

"do you understand?"

His voice was gentle, but it carried an undeniable firmness.

Upon hearing the last sentence, the phantom assassin took a deep breath and solemnly replied, "Sarah, I will not fail you!"

After saying that, she took the legendary leather armor and immediately bound it to her wrist.

The next moment, the dark gray leather armor transformed into a stream of light, merging into her body and gradually becoming one with it.

This leather armor incorporates a large number of space gems, causing it to automatically change size.

It fit Sarah perfectly, with not an ounce of extra size.

[Ding! Your territory member, Sarah Blade Dance, has successfully bound the legendary equipment: [Dark Night Rhino King Armor]!]
[Your luck stat is already maxed out, so you will not receive any attribute boosts this time...]
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Cao Xing's luck stat had already reached its maximum a month ago, so this notification was not unexpected.

He was now gazing at the phantom dancer before him with a look of delighted surprise.

At this moment, after putting on this leather armor, Sarah exuded a faint but powerful aura of royalty, making people feel extremely oppressed.

However... as she entered stealth mode, this kingly aura vanished without a trace.

It seemed as if it had completely vanished from this world, without revealing even the slightest trace of its presence.

Cao Xing nodded in satisfaction, "This leather armor will elevate Sarah's assassination and melee combat abilities to another level!"

At this moment, he glanced at his [Dragon Pattern Bag] and remembered something else.

"I have two more items in my backpack that can further enhance the abilities of this legendary equipment."

"The first item is the Seven-Colored Crystal, which can not only increase the level of equipment by 30 levels, but also randomly enhance one special effect."

"In addition... there are the large number of enhancement stones I obtained from the 'Skemot's Treasure' event last time."

Cao Xing silently tallied the total number of these two items.

【Seven-Colored Crystal (Orange) *2】

[Silver Skell's Enhancement Stone (Purple) * 4172]

[Golden Skellington Reinforcement Stone (Gold) *546]

[Rat King Jinkra's Enhancement Stone (Orange) *35]

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"Not bad, there are quite a lot of them."

The most precious items here are naturally the [Seven-Colored Crystal] and the [Rat King Goldrat's Enhancement Stone].

However, because the Seven-Colored Crystal has a stable production source, Cao Xing can spend it lavishly.

The [Rat King Enhancement Stone] can only be obtained during events, and it will essentially disappear after the event ends.

Therefore, even with legendary equipment, Cao Xing was reluctant to use the precious [Rat King Enhancement Stone].

After thinking for a moment, he said in a low voice, "Let's use the [Golden Skaker's Enhancement Stone] to enhance these legendary equipment."

"Although one of these enhancement stones can only increase the equipment level by 5, the increase in base attributes is only 20%. It is half the effect of the [Rat King's Enhancement Stone]."

"But the advantage is that there are enough [Golden Skaker Rat Enhancement Stones], so we can use them with confidence."

"It just so happens that... the territories with legendary equipment have leveled up quite a bit during this period."

"Now we can upgrade all the weapons and equipment we have."

So he pressed the communication device to his ear and ordered, "All combat personnel who possess legendary weapons or equipment, assemble at the blacksmith's shop in the territory."

As soon as Cao Xing gave the order, a neat and orderly response came from the surroundings.

"Yes, my lord!"

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A few minutes later, one after another, powerful figures entered the blacksmith shop.

Besides Assam, who wields the [Lake Maiden's Sword], there's Renis carrying the [Elegy of Time] warbow, and Braum, the shieldbearer, holding the [Shield of Beginning]...

Behind them are Liu Muxue, wielding the [Ancient Sword] and the [Five-Colored Magic Shield], and Sarah, holding the [Death Dagger], the [Heart of the Netherworld], and the [Dark Night Rhinoceros King Armor]...

Throughout the entire territory, there are already more than eight powerful individuals who possess legendary equipment!

Of course, Cao Xing has the most legendary equipment.

He not only possesses the two great codes, the Demon Codex and the Meteor Codex, but also wields the legendary weapon, the Moon Goddess Staff.

Plus two pieces of the Great Lich set!

He alone possesses a total of five legendary items.

Cao Xing looked around and, after seeing that everyone had arrived, instructed, "In a moment, you will all hand over your weapons to Mr. Harold so that he can help you strengthen them again."

"Oh, right, remember to tell him your level. If the weapon you're upgrading is too high a level and you can't equip it, that would be troublesome."

Every legendary piece of equipment is bound to the soul of its user.

Logically, as long as it can be bound, it should be usable, and this situation shouldn't occur.

However, just in case, Cao Xing still gave him some instructions.

Upon hearing this, everyone responded respectfully.

Then, Cao Xing gave some instructions to the dwarf blacksmith, leaving behind more than two hundred [Golden Skrats Enhancement Stones] and one [Seven-Colored Crystal].

"Mr. Harold, thank you for your continued hard work tonight."

"Tomorrow, I plan to lead them to a dangerous place, so I need to maximize the combat capabilities of the members."

The dwarf blacksmith gripped his forging hammer and said solemnly, "My lord, please rest assured!"

"I will definitely finish upgrading all the equipment before dawn!"

He patted his strong chest and assured him.

Cao Xing nodded and said, "Okay, you guys go ahead with your work, I'll head out now."

"Yes, Lord Lord!"

With the farewells of his fellow combatants, Cao Xing quickly left the blacksmith shop.

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Cao Xing strolled alone through the streets, savoring the tranquility of the nighttime territory.

A gentle breeze carried the sounds of laughter from a distant tavern and the faint clatter of metalworking from a blacksmith's shop.

Just then, two more figures walked hand in hand towards them.

Under the moonlight, they moved with light steps, like two fairies descending to earth.

Both of them held a uniquely shaped organ in their hands, and their bodies emanated soft, melodious rhythms.

As they approached, Cao Xing was able to see their faces clearly.

On the left is Rosie, a demigod-level powerhouse with a mature appearance, elegant demeanor, and mastery of the Dao of Music.

Her long, silvery-white hair shimmered in the moonlight, and the fine lines around her eyes revealed the wisdom accumulated over the years.

On the right is Gwyneth, a young bard who has recently been studying music with Rosie.

The two women approached Cao Xing, bowed slightly, and gave him a greeting.

Cao Xing looked at them and asked gently, "Ms. Rosie, Gwyneth, is there anything I can help you with?"

Rosie gently stroked the strings, and a series of notes, as clear as a spring, flowed out: "Lord Cao Xing, we have some news to tell you."

"Gwyneth has successfully mastered the first five chapters of my Celestial Sound Nine Chapters and has officially become a Celestial Sound Herrscher..."

Gwyneth, standing beside her, gently stroked the strings, producing a clear, resonant sound, seemingly in response to Rosie's words.

Cao Xing smiled and said, "That's great. This shows that Gwyneth is indeed very talented, and it also shows that Ms. Rosie is a good teacher."

At this moment, Rosie's expression became somewhat complicated, and her slender fingers unconsciously strummed the strings: "Lord Cao Xing..."

She hesitated, her profile in the moonlight appearing exceptionally gentle yet resolute.

Gwyneth noticed her teacher's mood and lowered her head, her fingers tightly gripping the hem of her clothes, as if she had something to say.

Seeing the expressions on the two women's faces, Cao Xing understood why they had come to find him.

So he asked, "Does Senior Rosie mean... you're preparing to leave the territory?"

As per their original agreement, Cao Xing would help Rosie break through to the level of a demigod, and in return, she would teach Gwyneth the [Nine Chapters of Heavenly Sound].

Rosie will leave the territory once the bard officially becomes the [Herrscher of Heavenly Sound].

Now, it's time to fulfill this promise.

Rosie nodded gently. "I've thought about it, and Lord Cao Xing's territory is indeed the perfect place to live, and the haven of my dreams."

"But... I've always been used to wandering, and I won't stay in one place for too long..."

"Furthermore, each of the powerful individuals in your territory is full of vitality and fighting spirit. Someone like me might not be able to participate in your operations..."

"so……"

After she finished speaking, Cao Xing nodded thoughtfully.

Then, he smiled understandingly: "I understand, Ms. Rosie. Everyone has their own aspirations, and I respect your choice."

"You can leave anytime now and go wherever you want."

"However... if you ever wish to return, the gates of Starfire City will always be open for you."

Upon hearing the last sentence, a look of emotion gradually appeared on Rosie's face.

After a moment, she said softly, "Although... I cannot continue living with you."

"But before I leave, I would like to give Lord Cao Xing a gift..."

After saying that, she took out an exquisite gold-threaded pouch, presented it to Cao Xing with both hands, and said, "I know... about the recent events between Lord Cao Xing and the Holy See..."

"This is an ancient and powerful force, and from what I know of them, this force will not tolerate the existence of any force that desecrates the dignity of the Holy See..."

"This time, you captured an important member of the Holy See, and you have most likely been listed as an enemy by them..."

“I also know that, given Lord Cao Xing’s personality and the potential of this territory, he is not afraid of the Holy See…”

"But... to fight against them requires enduring a lot of pressure."

"Furthermore, many people in your territory need to break through to demigod status, which is exactly the time when a large number of 'divine power fragments' are needed."

After a pause, Rosie said softly, "Here are all the 'fragments of divine power' I have accumulated in my life, a total of more than four hundred."

"Although it's not much, I hope it can contribute a little bit of strength. Please accept it, Lord Cao Xing."

Upon hearing the exaggerated number 'more than four hundred,' Cao Xing's pupils contracted slightly.

After all, this is no small amount. With the divine fire, it can enable a max-level legendary to break through to demigod!
Moreover, for Cao Xing at this moment, it is like sending charcoal in snowy weather!

He was just worried about not having enough divine power to help the legends in his territory break through!

A strong feeling of excitement appeared on Cao Xing's face.

However, he took a deep breath and said slowly, "Ms. Rosie... this is too much..."

"Moreover, this is the culmination of so many years of hard work, and you need to save some 'divine power fragments' for regular use."

"I can't accept it."

Although Cao Xing really wanted these fragments of divine power.

This way, another demigod-level powerhouse could be born in his territory immediately, which would greatly help his subsequent actions.

However... he also knew that he shouldn't take things he shouldn't take.

He did help Rosie, but she also joined the battle in the Battle of Starfire City.

In addition, she taught Gwyneth the "Nine Chapters of Heavenly Sound," which essentially completed the transaction.

Seeing Cao Xing's refusal, Rosie smiled and slowly explained, "No need to worry about me, Lord Cao Xing."

"I usually travel around the world. Because of my strength, I rarely encounter anyone who wants to cause me trouble, so I don't encounter any battles."

"Besides, I've broken through to demigod status, so I'm even less likely to encounter such a clueless guy..."

"Therefore, these fragments are useless to me."

"And Lord Cao Xing is currently in dire need of fragments, so consider this a reward for defeating the 'Fire Thief' and helping me break through to demigodhood."

After Rosie finished speaking, Cao Xing stared at the gold-threaded pouch in her hand and fell silent.

After a moment, he raised his head and said solemnly, "I can accept these fragments, but in return, Ms. Rosie should also accept a gift from me."

Upon hearing this, Rosie paused slightly, a look of doubt appearing in her eyes.

"What...is the gift?"

Cao Xing stepped forward and said seriously, "You should know that the strong people in my territory all possess a special blessing power, which makes them invincible."

"Now, I would like to invite you to join my territory and bestow this blessing upon you, what do you say?"

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(End of this chapter)