Hearing the sudden prompt, Yi Tianchen couldn't help but become extremely alert, mentally berating himself thoroughly.
To take a step back, he shouldn't have pursued the remaining stragglers of the Owl Dragon. He was well aware of the two individuals' true intentions. If it weren't for the pursuit that had led them away from the protection of Evil Alchemist Zazali, they might not have dared to act.
Watching the two in front of him with caution, Yi Tianchen tightened his grip on the Wrath of the Wilderness. Their maneuvers were impressive; if they employed a tactic that combined close combat with ranged attacks, Yi Tianchen would undoubtedly find himself in a perilous situation.
"It seems it's time to settle our accounts!" Yi Tianchen snorted coldly, his gaze stern.
"Heh heh... Our only purpose in coming here is you!" One Hand Rides the Sky chuckled, showing no signs of concealment as he continued, "Since our last encounter at Venom Valley, I admit I may have acted somewhat unkindly. But we’re all just trying to survive out here; some things are unavoidable!"
"If you want to fight, then fight! Why all this nonsense?" Yi Tianchen glared at One Hand Rides the Sky. Mentioning Venom Valley only fueled his anger further; he could hardly resist the urge to charge forward and take him down.
"Heh heh... To be honest, I'm really looking forward to this battle!" Proud Dragon said, stroking his chin as he scrutinized Yi Tianchen with an intense gaze. "For gold coins, I'm willing to do anything!"
"However..."
"However..."
Yi Tianchen was taken aback, pondering what these two were really up to. Why did they both look so lecherous? Were they planning some underhanded trick?
"However... although we are people who repay grudges, those of us in this line of work value loyalty first and foremost. Since you ultimately saved us this time, we owe you a favor. If we were to attack you again, it would go against that principle!"
"Oh? So you're saying you're not planning to make a move?" Yi Tianchen smiled slightly. Although he was puzzled by this outcome, he felt more surprised than anything else.
"What about you? What do you think?" One Hand Rides the Sky turned to Proud Dragon beside him.
"Forget it, if I take action against him this time, it won't be easy to get by in the future! Next time, I definitely can't owe him a favor; otherwise, I won't be able to pay the rent and will end up sleeping under a bridge!" Proud Dragon said seriously.
Yi Tianchen remained silent.
"Haha... then let's go!"
"Let's go. After an exhausting afternoon, it's time to log off and have dinner!"
Just like that, One Hand Rides the Sky and Proud Dragon exchanged banter, leaving Yi Tianchen behind without a word as they turned and disappeared into the dark night.
Yi Tianchen couldn't help but grit his teeth in frustration. Damn it, those two bastards!
After standing there for a moment, Yi Tianchen let out a long sigh. This dramatic scene truly surprised him. He decided not to linger any longer and hurried back to Evil Alchemist Zazali's cabin with the Rage of the Wilderness. The bodies of the Owl Dragon members were no longer there; they must have returned to town to respawn.
Outside the cabin, fifteen Necromancer Archers had already been summoned back. Evil Alchemist Zazali stood outside and looked at Yi Tianchen, saying, "My guest from afar, you can now give me what I need!"
Yi Tianchen nodded.
He stepped forward and handed over the head of the Death Knight. Evil Alchemist Zazali was thrilled; he took it and tossed it directly into the Cauldron.
"Plop..."
As the head hit the pot, countless black liquids splashed out, falling to the ground and causing several small grasses to wither instantly. Yi Tianchen stared in shock!
System Notification: You have successfully completed the quest [Death Knight], earning 350,000 experience points, 15 gold coins, and 100 reputation points; additionally, you have received the item [Evil Heart] ×1!
System Notification: Congratulations on reaching Level 28! You have gained 5 free attribute points!
"Swish..."
Golden Light Falls, Level 28!
Before he could fully appreciate the rapid ascent to Level, Yi Tianchen immediately became interested in this so-called Evil Heart. He wondered what it could possibly be.
He quickly opened his inventory, and a heart-shaped pendant came into view. For a moment, Yi Tianchen felt a surge of excitement. Without taking the time to examine it closely, he cast an Identification Technique on it---
Evil Heart: Silver Equipment
Health Points: 1008
Strength: +10
Constitution: +8
Effect 1: Increases physical damage dealt to living targets by 10%
Effect 2: Grants the user an additional 15% Dark Magic Resistance
Type: Pendant
Required Level: 30
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"Ha... it's actually Silver Equipment!"
Yi Tianchen felt a surge of delight, even the incredibly evil Evil Alchemist Zazali seemed a bit more endearing in that moment!
Coming back to his senses, Yi Tianchen noticed the black liquid in the Cauldron starting to bubble vigorously. Evil Alchemist Zazali began pouring in some strange and bizarre ingredients. Holding back the urge to gag, Yi Tianchen instinctively took a few steps back.
"Haha... the most wicked potion is about to be born!"
Evil Alchemist Zazali turned to Yi Tianchen, his voice chillingly sinister, "My distant guest, I still need one crucial item. I wonder if you could fetch it for me!"
A jolt of alarm shot through Yi Tianchen. There was more to this...
"Of course, leave it to me!" Yi Tianchen laughed heartily; such a miraculous encounter left him with no reason to refuse!
"Good... very good..." Evil Alchemist Zazali chuckled darkly, speaking slowly, "The crucial item I need is the heart of a human!"
"What?"
Yi Tianchen was left speechless, exclaiming, "Where am I supposed to find that for you?"
"You can definitely do it; I believe in you!"
"Ha... just tell me where I can find what you need," Yi Tianchen took a deep breath, fully committed now, especially since he desperately needed experience points to level up!
Evil Alchemist Zazali grinned wickedly, a glint of malevolent bloodlust in his eyes as he coldly replied, "Far away in the sky, yet right before your eyes!"
"Uh..."
Yi Tianchen was taken aback, suddenly feeling dazed! The meaning behind Evil Alchemist Zazali's words couldn't be clearer; the person he referred to, right before him, was none other than Yi Tianchen himself.
"Damn it..." Yi Tianchen quickly retreated, his gaze involuntarily falling on the few withered and corroded grasses nearby.
"Ha ha ha..."
Evil Alchemist Zazali suddenly erupted into a chilling laugh, stepping closer to Yi Tianchen. "Come on, my distant guest, thank you for everything you've done for me. Next, you will help me complete the final step and witness the Miracle unfold. Come on!"
"Is that so? But if you want to move against me, you'll have to see if you have the ability!"
Yi Tianchen's expression darkened. Given the current situation, there was no room for retreat. With a fierce determination, he unleashed the Fury of the Wilderness and charged forward first.
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