F-class thief? Sorry, I can steal anything.

The light from the phone shone on Chen Yifan's face.

【Dragon Kingdom Merit Mall】.

The interface is so simple it's almost rudimentary.

It resembles a government website from the last century, exuding a simple and unpretentious vibe of "as long as it works."

However, when Chen Yifan's gaze swept over those categories, his breathing became involuntarily rapid.

Merit points are the true hard currency of the Dragon Kingdom.

It is not money, but it is far more valuable than money.

Slaying wanted criminals, making significant discoveries in unexplored dungeons, completing S-level missions issued by the military...

Only those who make truly outstanding contributions to the country can receive this reward, which transcends the market.

Chen Yifan clicked on the [Equipment] category.

A dazzling list popped up instantly.

He only glanced at it briefly, but his heart skipped a beat.

【Fragment of Thor's Hammer (1/7)】: Mythical-grade weapon component, level 75 only, power... contains a trace of the Law of Thunder. Required Merit Points for Exchange: 1,200,000.

【Guardian's Barrier】: S-rank shield, level... Replica of the legendary craftsman Ou Yezi, can withstand 10 full-force attacks from players below Lv.80, required merit points for exchange: 850,000.

【Sun Chaser's Boots】: Grade A, Level... Wearing these boots grants the abilities of "Levitation" and "Acceleration". Required Merit Points for Exchange: 120,000.

……

Unlike the equipment level ratings dropped in dungeons.

This is a hierarchy redefined after detailed analysis and evaluation of a vast national system.

Apart from the mythical ones, they are basically sorted alphabetically.

The two epic-level daggers in his hand would probably be considered top-tier A-grade items according to official evaluation standards.

Although he didn't understand why the country was doing this.

But there must be some unknown secret behind this.

Chen Yifan swiftly passed by these pieces of equipment that would drive any professional crazy.

The country is indeed powerful enough to inspire awe, and these things are probably just the tip of the iceberg.

But for him, these are not the things he needs most right now.

attack?

never mind!

Absolute suppression by hierarchy.

Survival is the top priority.

He remembered Wang Jianguo's words very clearly, and they made a lot of sense.

"Prioritize exchanging for defensive, escape, and survival items."

Chen Yifan switched directly to the [Items] category and entered two words in the search box with a clear goal: Teleport.

Refresh the list.

【Ultra-long-range spatial positioning device】:

A special item that marks a cross-continental teleportation anchor point; extremely rare.

Required Merit Points for Exchange: 900,00,00

Inventory: 0.

[Targeted Dungeon Teleport Scroll - Goblin Mine]:

You can start a Goblin Mine instance at any time.

Required Merit Points for Exchange: 30,000

Chen Yifan's gaze finally settled on the third option.

【Spot-Point Spatial Beacon & Short-Distance Jump Reel (Beginner Set)】

[Fixed-point spatial beacon]:

Special props.

A permanent, discreet transmission and receiving point can be set up at a designated location.

The landmark will blend into the foundation of the building or the earth's veins, making it impossible to detect by conventional means.

Effective range: 30 kilometers.

The maximum number of teleportation points that can be set is 10.

Required Merit Points for Exchange: 18,000

[Short-distance transition reel]:

Consumables.

After use, you can be teleported to the bound [fixed-point spatial beacon] within one second.

The teleportation process involves slight spatial fluctuations, so it is not recommended to use it under the watchful eye of a powerful individual.

The required amount of merit points for redemption is 800 per card.

That's it!

Chen Yifan's eyes lit up.

This is practically the perfect prop tailor-made for him right now.

In his view, "Dragon City No. 1," the "safe house" provided by the government, was...

It's just a gilded cage.

It is also a magnificent fish tank placed under a spotlight.

The most dangerous place, in a different sense, is the safest place.

While everyone else's attention was focused on Dragon City No. 1.

Who would have thought that his real home would be that villa he had only recently moved into, which he had already "abandoned" and that few people knew about?

It's dark under the lamp.

I absolutely cannot let my mother and sister be in any danger.

Chen Yifan did not hesitate at all.

"Exchange for [Spotted Space Beacon]".

[Merit Points - 18000]

"Exchange for 20 [Short-Distance Jump Reel]".

[Merit Points - 16000]

The number in the upper right corner instantly shrank from 50000 to 16000.

Thirty-four thousand merit points vanished in the blink of an eye.

Even Chen Yifan himself felt the pinch from this rate of spending.

But he knew that this investment would greatly protect his family.

The Merit Mall has a delivery system that is independent of real-world logistics.

The moment the exchange was successful.

Twenty antique scrolls and a palm-sized metal block, resembling a compass, appeared out of thin air on his desk.

Chen Yifan carefully put the two items away, feeling a huge weight lifted from his heart.

Next, it's time to transform the actual "fortress".

He started searching through the mall again.

This time, he was looking at special defensive items.

Top-tier array masters are unaffordable and untrustworthy.

However, the Merit Shop offers standardized formation plates or defensive items, which, while limited in power, are reliable.

[Class D - Psionic Vigilance Network (Portable Version)]:

It can cover an area of ​​300 square meters, and will send a silent alarm to the owner if any unauthorized psionic entity enters.

Required Merit Points for Exchange: 3000

[Rank C - Mysterious Phantom Array]:

Creates both optical and mental illusions in a designated area, enough to trap professionals below level 40 for ten minutes.

Required Merit Points for Exchange: 8000

buy!

Chen Yifan gritted his teeth and made the exchange again.

[Merit Points - 11000]

The remaining merit points are a lonely 5000.

Looking at that pitifully small number, he felt no heartache, but rather an unprecedented sense of peace.

Money and achievements only have meaning when they are spent and transformed into tangible power.

Moreover, these things can still be used after the Hundred Phases Incident is resolved, as long as they are not completely damaged.

After doing all this, Chen Yifan sat on the soft bed, but he was not sleepy at all.

His mind raced as he quickly calculated the next steps.

Around four or five in the morning is when people are most likely to feel sleepy.

At that time, he quietly returned to the Heavenly Cloud Court and set up the [Spatial Beacon].

Then, I'll come back and pick up my mother and sister.

He had observed the security personnel at Longcheng No. 1 during the day; they were professional and meticulous, but that was only the outward appearance.

To a high-level professional, it's probably no different from something made of paper.

Moreover, the presence of Bai Xiang, lurking in the shadows, made Chen Yifan question any possibility of official protection.

It is better to rely on oneself than to rely on others.

As for Xiaoxue's eyes...

A pang of guilt flashed through Chen Yifan's mind.

He already had enough money, and he had also made contact with the best psychic eye hospital in the province.

But not now.

He was thrust into the spotlight, and his every move was being watched by countless eyes.

Otherwise, the story of "Hero Chen Yifan" taking his sister, who suffers from an eye disease, to seek medical treatment would be another excellent news story.

He couldn't let Xiaoxue be exposed to any potential danger.

hold on.

Once he has completely dealt with the "Hundred Forms" venomous snake.

Alternatively, wait until you build a truly impregnable fortress for your family.

At that time, he will give Xiaoxue a bright world.

Night was falling.

Chen Yifan walked to the window, opened it a crack, and looked at the security personnel who patrolled the community regularly.

Their steps were steady, their eyes were alert, and they were conscientious in their duties.

In corners unseen by them, there may be even more powerful undercover agents from the security bureau.

All of this is to protect him, the "hero," and to protect him, the "bait."

but now……

The fish is about to escape the hook.