Bizarre Survival: I Can Devour Thousands of Talents

Chapter 72, Episode 071: A Bountiful Harvest and a New Journey (5000 words, please subscribe!)

It was a close call, but no real danger; there were injuries but no fatalities.

Ling Xiao, Qi Heng and other key players inevitably suffered injuries, but apart from a few unlucky ones who were grazed by sharp spikes, the others were all unharmed.

Thanks to the efforts of all guild members, the LV10 Black Needle Boar King became the first King-level boss to fall in the entire region!

Its defeat signifies that the strength of [Green Mountain Light] has been thoroughly verified and recognized!

The prestige of being number one in the entire region speaks for itself!

When a whale falls, all things are born.

The BOSS died with resentment, and the explorers who conquered it were naturally overjoyed!

It's out! This time it's for real!

Even a tiny fragment of that rich golden light of experience is equivalent to half a day's worth of hard work fighting monsters.

With 49 members in the guild, on average, everyone leveled up!

Without a doubt, the one who profited the most was Ling Xiao, and it could only be Brother Xiao!

That's too intense, too hard!

He practically single-handedly toyed with the BOSS.

Although the Black Needle Pig King had been weakened in various ways and there were people continuously dealing damage from a distance, even a weakened BOSS would still be a king-level leader if Brother Xiao hadn't taken on the responsibility of attracting firepower!

Its destructive power when it goes berserk is enough to put everyone in grave danger!

They were convinced even without contribution records, let alone the data that served as strong evidence!

Not only was Xiao Ge, who contributed the most, but Dao Ge and Qing Jie, who dealt the majority of the damage, were also crucial.

With these three big names leading the way, the future is truly promising!

The limited-time BOSS's bounty jars were divided into three parts and placed into the backpacks of Ling Xiao and his two companions.

Qi Heng looked around but couldn't spot Xiao Ge for a moment.

They hurriedly got up to search.

Fortunately, after walking only a few steps, I caught up with my good brother who was sitting cross-legged in despair. The terrible wound on his chest looked frightening, but with Qianqian's delicate hands applying medicine to him, he felt quite comfortable!

"Wow! You little rascal, you know how to enjoy yourself!"

With a mischievous wink, Qi Heng smirked and teased, "But seeing you've been chased around for so long, it's only natural that someone would bother to apply medicine for you!"

He gave the bastard a listless glare.

Ling Xiao smiled sheepishly at Su Jinxi, indicating that he had recovered and could handle it himself.

But the latter politely declined, blushing. Her slightly cool, pale fingertips scraped across the skin around the wound, tickling the person's heart.

Seeing this, Ling Xiao said nothing, but gave Qi Heng, who had a mischievous grin, the classic hand gesture.

A thumbs-up is a compliment to his excellent work, timely damage recovery, and lack of betrayal of his teammates; the extra middle finger is simply a sign of poor manners, indicating contempt and insults towards his brother.

To put it simply, the hidden meaning is: "Decent job! You idiot!"

Qi Heng, unperturbed by the lack of anger, chuckled and launched a furious counterattack with the nimble movements of his little finger.

True brothers don't mind this kind of joke.

Even if Ling Xiao loses all his legs one day, Qi Heng will still push the wheelchair to see how fast it can go.

Of course, if the roles were reversed, Ling Xiao's mind might come up with even more outrageous ideas.

Ye Zhanqing, who got up with Qi Heng, also saw this scene.

Her expression was a little strange, but seeing her daughter's shy demeanor, which she had never seen before, she couldn't be sarcastic in public.

Moreover.

After spending these past few days together, and considering Brother Xiao's previous words and actions, she felt that entrusting Jinxi to this man wouldn't be a bad thing.

Time reveals true character, and adversity reveals true friendship.

In this bizarre world where life is precarious and fraught with danger, the good and evil of humanity, light and darkness, are constantly overturning her previous preconceived notions.

It turns out that people can be truly disgusting to unimaginable degrees; it turns out that there really are people who would sacrifice their own interests with a heart of "benefiting all under heaven"...

She was very fortunate that she had not chosen the wrong companion, had not let a wolf into the house, but had found a comrade-in-arms who was not so "glorious and righteous", but was reliable and steadfast enough.

Oh, and there's another idiot who's pretty good at fighting...

When faced with imminent danger, they should stand together with their brothers and even be at the forefront, instead of hiding in the back and shouting, "Brothers, charge!"

The tree catches the wind.

The light of green hills can make many good connections, but it is inevitable that it can also cause resentment.

Brother Xiao is only interested in fighting and killing and doesn't care about trivial matters. As for the big, dumb guy, he doesn't even have a "heart".

She's the only one who can handle interpersonal relationships and social interactions.

The few thousand survivors were not fools; even when the "Light of Green Hills" was full, all sorts of people flocked to join, desperate to get in.

After the vacancy became available, the number of private messages from people offering their services was so high that it was impossible to read them all.

People strive for higher positions.

Instead of struggling on your own, why not just join the strongest and most promising guild?

Many of them, still holding the title of their own guild, were already eager to "jump ship".

Ye Zhanqing knew that this was only natural.

But the contempt in his heart did not diminish in the slightest.

Especially those who are not of high rank but boast about themselves to the skies.

What kind of senior management talent, what kind of position did he hold, and what kind of guy tried to seduce her just because she was a girl, hoping to live off her?

They're all "talented," but they're completely useless.

Get out of here, all of you.

The highly valuable district-wide announcement only fueled the fire for these people, making them jump around in a frenzy!

The restless speculators couldn't wait to fill that one empty seat and board the "First Guild" ship.

Block all.

Ye Zhanqing had no interest in dealing with these people. Only after receiving a signal from Ling Xiao did she loudly announce, "Everyone, pack your things and get ready to go home!"

"Alas!"

"Today was so awesome!"

"Awesome..."

……

Lingxiao, who contributed the most to killing the Black Needle Pig King, also received the most experience, directly leveling up two levels and skipping LV9 to reach LV10.

Then the experience bar disappeared.

His level is locked at LV10, indicating that he cannot advance any further.

The personal promotion task that I thought would take a long time to complete was also partially accomplished in an instant.

[Promotion Quest (Individual)]

[Note: A profession is everyone's strong support; after struggling to survive for many days...]

[Content: Reach Level 10 (Completed); Collect all five job materials [1/5] (Incomplete); Pass the attribute test (Incomplete)]

[Additional Content: The first 100 explorers in the entire region to reach LV10 will have their attribute test replaced with an unknown special mission. Those who complete the mission will receive additional rewards (Note: Special missions only exist in the corresponding stage and will not be triggered again after the stage ends)]

[Rewards: Random main class *3 (only one can be selected); Free attribute points *3; Talent Ascension Potion Recipe [Common] *1; Special quest rewards unknown]

[Evaluation: The time limit for each promotion stage is the same as the world quests. To unlock special quests, please ensure you meet the requirements before the end of the promotion period. This is your first promotion and the beginning of your career path, so please proceed with caution!]

After asking the system for details, Ling Xiao roughly understood.

When the initial phase of [World Quest: The Long Night] ends, all those who have completed the promotion quest will be able to awaken their class.

Among this group, the first 100 explorers to reach LV10 will unlock special missions and reap extra rewards.

As for others, they can still awaken their profession if they meet the conditions in the future, but they will no longer be able to trigger the special rewards of this stage.

According to the system, awakening your main class isn't enough; you'll continue to advance, and even if you don't change classes, you'll still need to raise its level cap.

In short, if you're slow at one step, you'll be slow at every step!

If you miss this opportunity, you'll likely miss out on the special rewards that come with future promotions.

The gap will become increasingly apparent...

Ling Xiao was undoubtedly the first explorer to reach LV10, and Qi Heng was the second.

The experience of the Black Needle Pig King is distributed in rotation according to contribution.

There might be some excess, but the two of them are content with what they have and don't care about that little bit of waste.

Even a fraction of a second earlier is still earlier.

I have to say, overtaking on a curve at the last minute was really exhilarating!

"Brother Xiao, that's not fair of you. Now my level is locked at LV10, which means I'll have to be number two forever."

Pinching Ling Xiao and pretending to shake him, Qi Heng complained through gritted teeth, "How long have I been number one! And you just stole it from me like this?!"

"So what?"

Rolling his eyes, Ling Xiao sneered, "Who told you not to do enough damage? All that crackling and popping was for show, no real damage! You just wasted your energy turning everything to dust, huh?"

Qi Heng released his grip, then reluctantly changed the subject, "By the way, did you open your jar? Both Sister Ye and I are pretty good; limited editions really do produce good stuff!"

With a wave of his hand, the first thing that appeared was the bear monster's ordinary magic pot.

As usual, the best is saved for last.

After silently reciting the "prayer" as usual, a flash of white light appeared, revealing a cluster of dark blue figures.

It looks like a miniature version of that strange creature!

[Will-o'-the-Wisp Terrorclaw Bear Essence: Can be used for equipment enchanting, item crafting, and drawing magic scrolls...]

Rare consumables, a great start!

As the "Cash King" of the entire district, Ling Xiao knows that money will gradually lose its value, and powerful weapons like magic scrolls will likely be unavailable even if you have the money in the future.

The importance of the latter is something even the completely dead Black Needle Pig King has nothing to say.

Compared to this, the forging furnace, this treasure trove, is actually not enough.

The market for ordinary equipment will eventually become saturated.

Now, there are several sizable weapon shops in the trading area.

Although Aoyama Light firmly holds the top spot with its cost-effectiveness and reputation, explorers will upgrade.

Without new players joining the ranks, the demand for equipment like iron spears will only decrease.

Fortunately, the forging furnace is currently only at the "Ordinary" level. Upgrading its quality to "Excellent" should bring enough benefits to meet my needs after reaching LV10.

Another bounty jar exploded.

The limited edition of the King-level boss has revealed a uniquely shaped bone spear.

Ling Xiao read the message, turned his head to say something, but found that Qi Heng's eyes were already glued to it.

He rubbed his hands excitedly, and Qi Heng gave a shy chuckle.

"Brother Xiao, I think you deserve to be in first place! Anyone who disagrees? Huh? I'll be the first to deal with them!"

"Um... I think this thing is destined for me! Brother Xiao, you don't want your little brother Heng to lose his life one day because of a bad weapon, do you?"

"roll!"

Ling Xiao tossed it over disdainfully, scoffing, "Iron spears are free, aren't they? You've ruined so many of them, I'm being lenient by not making you pay for them!"

Qi Heng wanted to refute, but with the bone spear in hand, he couldn't say anything coherently.

So white...

That's really long...

It feels cool and smooth to the touch...

"Hey! You think I'd take your stuff for free? I got that from a jar, don't say I'm taking advantage of you!"

Qi Heng took out an octagonal glass bottle and handed it to Ling Xiao, adding, "The effect is quite remarkable! I just drank from it!"

The transparent glass bottle was filled with about two-thirds clear liquid.

Ling Xiao added it to his equipment inventory.

【Yuanyuan Bottle】

The latest novel is first published here!

[Quality: Excellent]

[Conditions: Each use consumes one-third of the liquid; can be used continuously; cannot be used when the bottle is empty; replenish one-third every ten minutes]

【特效：1、高速回复（饮用后三秒内回复60点体力与30点灵力）；2、酿元（瓶中液体不满时可自动补充）；3、装水（瓶中不满时可于特殊水源一次性补满）】

[Review: With this, you can sell water in the desert or become a beach bug fighter. However, I don't recommend actually doing that, since its capacity is only enough to quench your thirst!]

It's about 300 milliliters, but that's a small amount.

However, considering that this thing can produce water indefinitely and has a recovery function, its excellent quality is well-deserved!

There is no higher to go.

It was as if people suddenly lost their motivation.

Fortunately, Ling Xiao still has other things to pursue, such as—derived talents!

There are only ten slots for now, but you'll be busy with the combinations!

Certain items are naturally not considered, and nothing should be able to shake their position in Ling Xiao's heart.

Embers of Glory, Blazing Sun, Blood of the King, Shadow of the Night.

These four have different origins.

Some were found by sheer luck; some inherited the will of their comrades; some were rare limited editions; and some were recreated by fusing several talents.

Without exception, they are all very useful.

Other talents are merely icing on the cake, and are the most advantageous choices that Ling Xiao felt he had during his exploration and survival process.

With limited slots available, you'll naturally switch to something better when you find a better option.

So for the next few days, Ling Xiao didn't rest either.

He frequently goes out to explore the surrounding area all by himself!

The known area on the map is getting larger and larger, and the warehouses are piled high with all kinds of resources...

With the Pig King defeated, there are no more formidable enemies.

At first, everyone acted cautiously, investigating and resolving issues one by one.

But as the hunting team summarized their experience, they realized that there were no more monsters in the vicinity that had reached level 10!

reason?

do not know.

However, after marking the general resource points and monster lairs on the map, the entire guild began an efficient sweep!

Hordes of terrifying upright apes howled and screamed, whipping up clouds in the wind.

Wherever they went, if there was any information that a discerning eye deemed "worth reporting," they would stuff even a blade of grass into their backpack and send it back.

Next to the base, there was even an experimental field where some special plants thrived under the influence of their natural talents.

Every time Ling Xiao returns, he is a sight to behold.

Looking out, one sees a vibrant scene of life, with everything flourishing...

"Brother Xiao, are you sure you don't need to change?"

Qi Heng kindly advised, "You've already collected four, why not make the last one a main material too! I can't even imagine how powerful a class you could create with five main materials!"

Glancing at the time on his wristwatch, Ling Xiao smiled easily. "There's no such thing as a perfect outcome in this world. What suits you best is the best."

It is now 11:50 PM on August 7th, 1998 (Gregorian calendar).

No one got a break.

Because there are only ten minutes left before the initial quest of "The Long Night" is completed.

The additional content reached its target on the afternoon of the third day, meaning that more than half of the more than 6,000 survivors have now reached LV1.

There are over six hundred explorers at level 3.

According to Ling Xiao's estimate, the number of LV1 players should have been sufficient much earlier; the key is to actively seek out and kill LV3 monsters.

These 600-plus people are the true "elites" of the entire region.

Considering that several more days have passed, the number of people is only going to increase.

It is worth noting that.

After seven days, he and Qi Heng were not the only level 10 explorers in the entire region.

With the Pig King experience pack and his previous accumulation, Ye Zhanqing naturally became the third LV10.

The level cap is temporarily closed, and other emerging "strong players" have also reached the top with the help of their respective guilds.

As of now, there are a total of 48 LV10 players in the entire region.

These people have undoubtedly gathered all the materials and will be among the first and few professionals to awaken on time.

However, Ling Xiao had heard that some of these people were rather "ungrateful," having taken the resources but not wanting to give back to the guild that had been helping him all along, and instead wanting to take the opportunity to switch sides.

This is not just baseless speculation or alarmist talk.

The constant arguments in the channel, the numerous applications the guild received, the private messages he received—there was just too much...

At first, he was just watching the show, but gradually he realized that the group of innocent yet foolish college students, "Light of Green Hills," were incredibly easy to manage.

Of course, this is also inseparable from the exemplary conduct of the three leaders.

However, compared to that chaotic and unpleasant situation, a sense of pride and arrogance inevitably welled up in my heart...

Despite having known the answer beforehand, Ling Xiao was still a little nervous.

There's no way around it; just like choosing a major in college, your initial primary job has a significant impact on your future.

Of all the mysterious items from these past few days, he bought only the most expensive ones.

After some searching, I managed to put together a fairly satisfactory set of job change materials.

Let's do a second count:

Main Material - Time-Space Amber (Fragment) [Fine]

Secondary materials: Eye of the Protoss [Fine], Soul of the Root of Evil (Contains only: Wrath) [Fine], Astrologer's Magical Key [Fine], Reaper's Dagger [Common]

Ling Xiao obtained the amber and key himself, exchanged the eyeball with Qi Heng, and bought the crystal fragments and dagger from the market.

It cost a lot of money, and even involved bartering.

Ling Xiao has been thinking about what path he should take in the future.

The materials are displayed to show their compatibility and synergy, so you don't have to rely entirely on subjective judgment when choosing.

Since the materials can be combined by the user, the explorer can, to some extent, determine the direction of their main profession!

First of all, it is certain that amber will be used as the main material.

This thing is already considered excellent even though it's just a fragment; if it had more blood inside, its quality would definitely be even higher!

Huge potential!

The soul that is the root of the three evil thoughts is no ordinary thing. Although he doesn't know exactly what it is, he will buy it if the Time-Space Amber wants it!

Not bad money!

The final dagger, compared to other high-quality materials, does look rather cheap.

Ling Xiao hesitated for a long time but still didn't change his mind.

The quality of the other materials is sufficient, but they are far from compatible with the several high-end materials that have already been selected.

If we force a fusion, who knows what kind of monstrosity it might produce.

It would be better to add the "offensiveness" of the dagger.

After all, the other materials are too mysterious and too bizarre...

Standing up, Ling Xiao looked up at the sky.

A gray fog enveloped everything, obscuring all visibility.

But he just felt that something existed there. For example, could those "suns" that turned into blood moons be the eyes of some kind of giant creature?

Qi Heng, standing beside him, stretched and said with a grin, "Is it coming? This special mission requires teleportation, don't make it too difficult!"

Suppress sudden whims.

Ling Xiao tightened his grip on the ring on his left ring finger, a surge of pride washing over him as his nervousness subsided: "It doesn't matter, I'll take action!"

[The initial phase of the Long Night has ended. Congratulations to the survivors of Zone 61035!]

The common title [Qualified Survivor] has been issued; the [Demonic Tide] will begin its riot at midnight on August 30th, 98 AD, and will last for one day. Depending on the completion time of the additional content, it will appear on the map...

[Special promotion mission activated! Qualified candidates begin teleportation! 5, 4, 3...]

Beams of light descended from the sky.

Ling Xiao tried his best to look up and find the source of the beam of light, but his consciousness disappeared in an instant into the endless white light.

Coming to his senses, he jerked up from his chair.

While instinctively summoning weapons for self-defense.

Ling Xiao's gaze, however, was fixed on the family bucket on the table.

"I'm back!?"

【LV10: Monster Hunter [Owl]】

【Talent: Gluttony [Main Character] (Ember Radiance, Solar Burst, Royal Blood, Shadow of the Night, Disordered Thinking, Rapid Regeneration, Vibration Sensing, Pain Pleasure, Thick Skin), Bloodbath】

[Class: Monster Hunter (Hidden)]

[Title: Qualified Survivor]

[Status: Duchess Emilia's Dream Curse, Strange Balance, Unyielding Will]

【Attribute: Free attribute points (0)】

【肉体[力量6/敏捷9/体质10]——体力值[250/250]】

【魂灵[灵性6/感知6/精神10]——灵力值[220/220]】

[Skills: Wind and Fire Frenzy, Dance with Wolves, Rapid Evasion, Spirit Gathering Light Slash, Burning Spirit Blood Blade, Soul Absorption Pierce, Tidal Breathing Technique, Eye of Appraisal, Iron Spear Blueprint]

[Equipment: Emilia's Oath Ring, Brew Vial, Iron Spear, Ironheart Iron Shield, Resilient Bracers, Reliable Machete, Auto-Complete Map, Timekeeping Watch]

(End of this chapter)