Alone and Infinite

Just from the few stalls we passed, Aowu saw purple-grade equipment on display.

And the price has also risen accordingly, reaching a sky-high price of 100,000 Hall Points at the second tier.

These items are ubiquitous in Tier 3 stalls, and even Tier 2 items have seen price increases of at least 40%.

Li Xia nodded secretly, realizing that using up all the Hall Points earlier was a wise decision.

The inflation at Tier 3 is so significant that it indicates the rewards for Hall Points in the derivative world are definitely substantial.

No wonder the Temple of Light prohibits transactions between high-level and low-level beings; otherwise, the Temple Points would be inflated to this level three.

First and second-tier apostles couldn't compete with third-tier ones; they were all snapped up.

Awoo was getting a little envious, and suddenly remembered:

"Hey boss, don't we still have the Blood Key to unlock?"

"The Bloody Key?"

After Aowu's reminder, Li Xia actually remembered.

On the planet Demon Prison, Gug wanted to conquer the entire world, but in the end, he was killed by himself, and a bloody key was obtained.

The previous assumption that Guge could conquer the entire world might be wrong.

At least those titled arcane mages in the capital are definitely between the second-to-top tier and the top tier of the third order.

Although it's a scaled-down Bloody Key, as a seed of Echoes of Eternal Night, it shouldn't be so lacking in prestige, right?

The allure of opening a box is always exciting, especially for something like the Bloody Key, which doesn't rely on luck.

Something derived purely from the principle of chaotic collisions.

The three of them—one person, one dragon, and one cat—quickly rushed back to their private room.

He couldn't wait to pull out his keys.

Without the slightest hesitation, Li Xia grabbed the key and turned it on.

A blood-red vortex appeared out of nowhere, and after reaching in and rummaging around for a while...

Under the expectant gazes of Aowu and Heitan, Li Xia opened the box.

A document resembling an envelope appeared in his hand.

Invitation to Cain's Castle

Category: Special Items

[Effect: This invitation allows you to travel to Cain's Castle]

Looking at the thin envelope in my hand.

Li Xia slowly typed out a question mark:

What is this?

Moonlight seeped through the diamond-shaped window panes, casting the thorny patterns on the stained glass onto the dark green velvet curtains.

Silver candlesticks climbed the spiral stone steps, and the oil portraits hanging on the walls were illuminated by the candlelight, creating a chilling sense of dread.

"So, that idiot Gulaclog messed it up?"

His pale hand picked up the wine glass and gently swirled it. His face disappeared into the shadows, with only his scarlet eyes standing out.

"Yes, it was the effort of a total of 11 waves of descendants—"

Before the figure, a person in an oil painting stared with predatory eyes, gritting their teeth as they spoke:

"And that idiot ruined the entire Blood God Sacrifice ritual!"

The figures in the painting let out angry screams, startling a large swarm of bats which flew into the sky, instantly obscuring the moonlight and plunging the entire castle into darkness.

Only the candlestick, glowing with a pale blue light, continued to burn quietly.

After a long while, the figure in the oil painting finally spoke, breathing heavily:

"Dracula, what makes me most angry?"

You should know that that idiot not only ruined our plans, but without the summoning ritual for Demon Prison Star, our subsequent plans are also impossible to carry out!

Dracula raised his glass, intently watching the crimson liquid sway within the goblet. The corners of his mouth were slightly upturned, and his two fangs, gleaming with a cold light, resembled the most dangerous weapons.

"My report indicates that Gulagg has already initiated the ceremony and is nearing completion."

He picked up his glass and downed it in one gulp, the crimson liquid dripping from the corner of his mouth.

"This means that someone, even with the buffs from the Blood Ritual, was still able to kill Guracog."

Dracula stood up, and the wine stains at the corners of his mouth, resembling blood, combined with his handsome, sculpted face, created a strangely dangerous yet captivating charm.

The count, who had been on a pilgrimage through the eternal night, put down his wine glass and, as if playing a zither, placed his pale, slender hand on the silver frame of the oil painting.

The voice was as soft as a whisper:

"The person Northman found who could break the ritual is the excellent descendant we need."

Kneel down and kiss my toes.

Or die.

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1. Monthly pass 2. Recommendation vote

I didn't sleep at all last night, I'm completely exhausted, sigh.

Chapter 236 The Art of Harmony Upgraded!

Private room

Li Xia spent a long time studying the invitation with Aowu and Heitan.

In the end, I still didn't understand what it was used for.

As for taking the invitation out and asking around...

Forget it then.

The major guilds definitely know what this is, but Li Xia doesn't want to have too close a relationship with them.

Apart from situations limited to buying and selling equipment.

The further away from the major guilds, the better.

The incident on Demon Prison Star was the first time Li Xia realized how terrifying top-tier guilds could be.

The indifference with which they treated the remaining apostles as mere fertilizer was chilling.

On the contrary, the smaller guilds that are just starting out are more humane and don't really understand the tricks of the trade.

Just as startups may still have ideals, but large companies are left with only naked interests.

After carefully putting away the invitation, Li Xia suddenly felt a little uneasy about this uneventful break.

Even Aowu and Heitan are the same; they can't just play games every day for the next two weeks, can they?

Generally, the interval between the two worlds is 15+7, which is approximately 22 Earth days.

During their 15-day stay at the temple, everyone will make the most of their time to convert resources into combat power.

Purchase supplies and other items to prepare for the next adventure.

The seven days of actual time are for relaxation.

There's nothing to deal with right now, and no resources to convert.

"Your Highness, shall we go to the training grounds?"

Training Course?

Li Xia thought for a moment and shook his head: "It's meaningless for now."

After a fierce group battle, even an ironman wouldn't really want to go to the training ground to fight.

If you really want to fight, you might as well take a few days to go to the Tier 3 Arena and experience the level of Tier 3.

For a time, the three of them, master and servants, actually felt melancholy because they had too much free time.

Just as Heitan and Aowu began to discuss in hushed tones, Li Xia suddenly sat up straight.

He frowned as he stared at the chat interface on the panel.

This chat interface looks a lot like the real-life little green bubble.

Li Xia suspected that this was also a reflection of her subconscious.

And it also has something similar to 'Moments'.

However, posting to 'Moments' costs money, and it's not cheap—1000 points per post.

And there will be a simple prompt.

Li Xia had just received a notification that there was an update in her 'Moments', which is why she opened the panel.

The previous post on my WeChat Moments was from the person in charge of the Nightingale Guild, who posted an extremely tempting photo.

The kind that's hazy and incredibly alluring, sparking the imagination.

The caption reads: "Nightingale Guild is seeking skilled players to join! Referrals will be rewarded with a surprise!"

Ignoring the photo, I looked at the latest post on my WeChat Moments.

That was the vice-leader of the small guild that Madar introduced when we were upgrading Smaug's Scales.

He acquired the materials from Monster Hunter World from himself.

Lancelot (Vice-Commander of the Knights of the Round Table): I would like to invite an alchemist to collaborate. Those interested, please contact me privately.

I would also appreciate it if my friends could help me make an introduction. Regardless of whether it works out or not, I will give 500 points as a tea fee.

If the cooperation is successfully negotiated, there will be a referral fee of 2000 points.

Alchemist?

Li Xia remembered her reconciliation technique and sent a message directly.

"What kind of alchemists are you mainly referring to?"

The scope of alchemy is too broad, including auxiliary medicines, temporary attribute medicines, poisons, and so on.

"Oh? Brother Xia, do you know anyone? Mainly recovery and supportive medications."

Lancelot responded extremely quickly, almost immediately.

Seeing his comment, Li Xia actually became interested, since she had nothing better to do anyway.

Moreover, his own harmonization technique has never been upgraded.

"time and location?"

A quiet coffee shop in the business district.

As soon as Li Xia and Aowu Heitan pushed open the door, they immediately saw Lancelot sitting at the table waiting.

After not seeing him for a while, he had actually reached the third rank.

That's quite fast.

"Over here, Brother Xia! What would you like to drink?"

"casual."

After Li Xia sat down, Lancelot waved and whispered something.

Two cups of coffee were served quickly:

"This place is a local specialty, and the taste is quite good. Brother, you should try it."

I picked up the cup and took a small sip.

Hmm. Anyway, I can't taste anything special. It's not as good as Bai Xiao's tea.

After both of them put down their cups, Lancelot asked with a hint of eagerness:

"Xia, the alchemist you introduced, is he not available to come right now?"