Who said this card is outrageous?

“I have an uncle who is a fifth-tier card maker. Maybe we can exchange some tips.”

Chapter 273 The Domain of Fire, [Sunny Day]

Not long after Jiang Chen left, Fu Xing and the others returned one after another.

"Sorry, big brother, for keeping you waiting so long." Fu Xing was the first to come forward, only to be pushed away by Zhang Che with a look of disgust.

"Alright, alright, enough with the nonsense." Zhang Che rolled his eyes at him, then looked at everyone curiously and asked what everyone had changed.

“Of course it’s the spiritual crystal!” Pan Tingting was the first to speak, then put her hands on her hips, her tone becoming arrogant at first, “With this, I’ll be able to try to advance to the fourth rank very soon.”

"When that time comes, heh heh..."

Pan Tingting didn't say the rest aloud, but everyone present knew what she meant.

When they clashed with the people of the Eye of Truth in the Rift, they all witnessed Pan Tingting summon two special card summons in succession.

Especially the slender-looking crow-man in the back, who was able to instantly kill Zhou Jingyao, who had used some kind of secret technique to boost his strength.

So even though it was just a fleeting glimpse, after the war, everyone couldn't resist asking Pan Tingting about their origins, and she didn't hide anything, telling them all at once.

While garnering a host of shocked and envious glances, Chang Cheh also earned even greater respect from everyone.

Ultimately, Pan Tingting's ability to summon fourth-tier card summons at the third tier was mainly due to the cards Zhang Che created.

Otherwise, her coordination trait would just be a regular ability that temporarily boosts the combat power of cards.

Like Pan Tingting, Ruan Ruoshi also made a choice that represents a spiritual crystallization at the mid-level extraordinary level.

Her reasoning was relatively realistic: if she could advance to the fourth level during this training, given her age, she would definitely receive attention from the Public Security Bureau, and the resources she would receive during her subsequent training would be significantly more favorable.

Finally, the two women stated that they made this choice entirely because of the case of Chang Cheh, which is why they were so bold.

"Look at you, you're the same age as us, but just because you've advanced to the mid-level extraordinary realm, you've gained the favor of so many people."

"And I'm going to prove that I'm absolutely no worse than you!" Pan Tingting changed her usual mild-mannered demeanor in front of Zhang Che, and her tone became aggressive.

At first glance, one might think she's trying to rise up and sing praises, but the two uncontrollable blushes on her face betray the girlish heart beneath her sharp exterior.

In contrast, Ruan Ruoshi appeared much calmer.

In response, Zhang Che could only warn the two women that the spiritual crystal could not guarantee a 100% success rate in helping people break through their limits. Therefore, it was best to adjust their condition to its optimal state before using it, and it was also necessary for both him and Song Ruolan to be present.

"In short, safety is paramount. Although using spiritual crystals to break through the bottleneck will not have a significant impact on the user even if it fails, we should be cautious in everything we do, and we cannot waste such a precious thing."

"After all, it was something you achieved through hard-fought battles."

Upon hearing this, the others were momentarily stunned, with only Song Ruolan and Fu Xing showing thoughtful expressions.

"Alright, I'll tell you the details when we get back." Zhang Che waved his hand, clearly not intending to discuss it in detail here.

Then Li Yao and Fu Xing each showed what they had exchanged. The former had a cultivation manual that she could use up to the fifth level, which also included her insights on how a ranger could break through to the intermediate level of transcendent.

For Li Yao, who comes from an ordinary family, this was indeed the best choice.

Although her talent is not as good as Pan Tingting and the others, it is definitely above average among the lower-level superhumans. The probability of her breaking through to the fourth level in the future is not low, but she may need some opportunities and external help.

The cultivation manual she exchanged this time was the external help she had been seeking.

Fu Xing didn't change anything; he simply followed them inside and took a look around.

Song Ruolan did the same, saying she asked for a list and planned to study it carefully when she got back.

……

Back at the villa, everyone sat down in the living room of the main building, and Zhang Che then recounted what Zhou Hengyue had told him through telepathy.

"...The city lord's meaning is that before they begin their operation, we must all keep our mouths shut and absolutely not reveal any information about Zhou Jingyao and his companion." Zhang Che said, tapping the table as he spoke, emphasizing the importance of the matter.

The group all expressed their understanding, while also wondering to themselves why they had received such a high reward for simply handing over a fourth-tier lizardman.

If Zhang Che had handed over both fifth-tier lizardmen at the same time, it would have seemed more normal.

After finishing the business, Zhang Che waved for everyone to disperse. Pan Tingting and Ruan Ruoshi, unusually, got together, seemingly to discuss how to optimize their condition before using the spiritual crystal.

Li Yao returned to her residence and began studying the secret manual she had just exchanged for.

As the only ranger in the team, no one else could really give her any guidance. Fortunately, the manual contained some cultivation insights, which prevented her from wandering around like a headless fly.

Fu Xing followed Song Ruolan, preparing to study the exchange list together.

As for Zhang Che himself, he returned to his room, took out the recipe for [Divine Mighty Warrior], glanced at it, and then carefully put it away.

He knew very well that this level of card was beyond his current ability to understand. At the very least, he would have to wait until he understood how to make mid-level extraordinary purple cards.

What he plans to do now is to use the fire-attribute materials he collected in the Flame Dragon Rift to realize an idea that he has long had in mind.

After such a long period of research, Zhang Che has gained a deeper understanding of the formula for that domain card.

Although he still lacked confidence in creating the card, he was able to apply some of the creation techniques to other cards.

For example, the one he's going to make next—

Card Name: Sunny Day (Fire)

Type: Skill Card

Level: Tier 4

Grade: Blue

Effect: Creates a "sunny day" weather effect within a certain range for a certain period of time, strengthens fire attribute extraordinary power, and weakens water attribute extraordinary power.

(Note: There was no thunder, no rain, and the sun was shining.)

Having the experience of creating the "Rain Prayer" card before, this new weather card appeared smoothly in front of Zhang Che.

There's not even a need to go to a dedicated card-making room.

"With this card, the Flame Dragon Armor can be in the same position as the Black Rhino Armor at any time, in a way that is most conducive to its full potential."

Zhang Che gently stroked the card in his hand. Even though it couldn't make the Flame Dragon Armor move as smoothly as it did in the rift, the enhancement effect it provided was already more than enough.

Chapter 274 Both Promoted

Ten days later, a strong mental energy fluctuation erupted for the second time in the Lin family's villa.

At this moment, Fu Xing, who was training in the courtyard with heavy loads, looked enviously toward Ruan Ruoshi's room.

"Agumon, why don't you have a battle aura crystal or a crystal to strengthen your body?" Fu Xing said with a sigh, holding a dumbbell weighing over 100 pounds in one hand. "Otherwise, I wouldn't have to train so hard every day."

Upon hearing this, Agumon simply raised its head and loudly encouraged Fu Xing, "Keep working hard, Xing! Didn't you tell me that only skills honed through daily practice will not let you down?"

"Uh... okay, you're right." Fu Xing was speechless for a moment, and could only pick up the dumbbells again and continue exercising.

He did say those words to Agumon himself, but at that time he simply wanted to enjoy the adoring look Agumon gave him.

If you really want to know how much Fu Xing agrees with this statement, all he can say is "heh." After all, if there were shortcuts, who would bother to train hard all day long?

However, in order not to ruin his lofty image in Agumon's eyes, Fu Xing had no choice but to grit his teeth and pay the price for his boastful words.

"...121, 122, 123..."

"Go, Xing! Go, Xing!"

……

On the other side, Ruan Ruoshi slowly opened her eyes, and only when she saw that familiar face did she finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"I did it."

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Che and Song Ruolan smiled together, and at the same time, they congratulated each other on their successful advancement to the intermediate-level extraordinary realm.

For most native Earthlings, taking this step was like a meteoric rise, a direct entry into a completely new world.

"Thank you."

Ruan Ruoshi responded to the two with a sweet smile.

Reaching the intermediate level of transcendence, and at just twenty years old, even though Ruan Ruoshi was usually introverted, she still couldn't hide her heartfelt joy.

"Alright, although there were no problems during the promotion process, just to be on the safe side, you'd better spend a few days sorting out your mental strength."

Chang Cheh offered his advice based on his own experience.

After advancing to the intermediate level of transcendent, the form of spiritual power has just changed from gaseous to liquid, and is in its most unstable state.

If an accident occurs, although it won't necessarily lead to a regression to a lower-level transcendent being, it will still be a troublesome matter.

Zhang Che himself relied on the power of the spiritual crystal to advance to the mid-level extraordinary realm, so he has some authority to speak on this matter.

Song Ruolan, who was standing to the side, did not respond. As someone who had risen through the ranks solely on her own abilities, she couldn't offer any useful advice on this matter.

Only after the two girls' mental strength has completely stabilized can she make her move.

"Alright, we'll be going now. Remember to come see me with Pan Tingting in a couple of days, I have something good for you." Zhang Che left a mysterious message, and without waiting for Ruan Ruoshi to ask any further questions, he left.

At this moment, Song Ruolan also took over the conversation, saying that she also had something to give them, and explained that this was a way for mid-level superhumans to take care of their new colleagues.

However, since it is an unwritten rule, this preferential treatment is usually only given to people who have a good relationship with each other or who belong to the same faction.

People like Ruan Ruoshi, who are organized and come from a relatively strong hometown, will only receive more preferential treatment.

If Song Ruolan remembered correctly, there were quite a few mid-level superhumans in the Public Security Bureau of Qi'an City.

A junior who has advanced to the intermediate level of extraordinary at the age of twenty will almost certainly receive this small "favor" from the Public Security Bureau, unless the people there are stupid.

Thinking of this, Song Ruolan couldn't help but sigh that when she advanced to the intermediate extraordinary level two years ago, she also received all kinds of gifts.

The shared topics among the girls unconsciously opened Song Ruolan's heart a little, and her usual timid demeanor gradually disappeared, replaced by a confident and assertive air from the heart.

Listening to Song Ruolan's endless narration, Ruan Ruoshi finally couldn't help but say, "Sister Ruolan, you are so beautiful."

"what?"

Song Ruolan was a little confused at first, but after she finally realized what had happened, she simply stopped pretending.

"It's all that guy surnamed Fan's fault! I was doing just fine under the teacher, but he insisted on transferring me to be the dean of his so-called mage academy, and then he's been guarding against me like a thief, trying to prevent me from competing with him for power."

Song Ruolan began to recount her experience in a huff.

"Hmph, if my teacher hadn't specifically told me not to get into a conflict with that guy surnamed Fan, saying that I could be transferred back after a year or two anyway, I would have blown him up long ago!"

At this point, Song Ruolan was gritting her teeth, and it was only when Ruan Ruoshi held her hand tightly that the other woman finally relaxed.