Brilliant Guard

Xu Lanshan and Ding Budà exchanged a glance, both reading two words from each other's eyes.

Contemptible!

No longer bothering with Jiang Han, they resumed their fierce battle.

"Cease your fighting!" Jiang Han anxiously watched from the side and desperately stepped forward to intervene.

Honestly speaking, he tried his best!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the item [Grilled Lizard] from the package of Wind Seeker · Ding Budà!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the S-class skill book [Radiant Guardian] from the package of Power of the Rock · Xu Lanshan!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the item [Grilled Snake Meat] from the package of Power of the Rock · Xu Lanshan!

...

The skill [Sleight of Hand] was used repeatedly. Whether in cooldown or on the cooldown path, Jiang Han spared no effort, frantically mediating. Though most of the items obtained were useless food, occasionally he would come across exceptional treasures.

Truly extraordinary!

He gave his all!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the A-grade item [Aurora Shadow] from the package of Wind Seeker · Ding Budà!

"!!!!!!"

Suddenly, Ding Budà's face changed dramatically, glaring at Jiang Han, feeling incredulous. "You brat actually stole from me?"

With the disappearance of the Aurora Shadow, he finally reacted.

He found that several days' worth of rations had unknowingly disappeared from his package, along with the loss of an A-grade item!

In response, Jiang Han wasn't particularly surprised.

Everything is based on probability. It's not necessary to obtain an S-grade or SS-grade item for the other party to notice; it's just that the probability of discovery is lower when the rarity of the item is lower.

"Hahaha..."

Xu Lanshan, momentarily stunned, burst into laughter. "As a King-level powerhouse, being robbed by a weakling at Earth level, it's hilarious..."

Mid-sentence, he abruptly stopped, his smiling expression disappearing, replaced by an extremely gloomy expression.

He, too, had lost items!

Faced with the watchful eyes of the two King-level powerhouses, Jiang Han remained composed, exuding an indifferent demeanor as unshakable as a mountain. He slightly clasped his fist, speaking seriously, "Seniors, I have urgent matters at home. I take my leave!"

In the next moment, he activated the War Stomp skill, increasing his movement speed by 300%, like a gust of wind, rapidly sweeping towards the distance.

He mediated, but the two seniors unjustly accused him of stealing, making his heart grow cold.

Trying to run?!

Xu Lanshan and Ding Budà immediately abandoned the idea of resistance, fully devoting themselves to chasing the thief.

"Kid, you can't escape!"

"In my hands, you think you can slip away?"

...

The two cursed and chased relentlessly, each summoning their mounts and using speed-enhancing means.

They never imagined that after days of hunting, they would one day be hunted by someone.

"Roar—"

Suddenly, a shadow of a black dragon appeared on the surface of the armor, then surged out, continuously enlarging, transforming into a huge dragon. It swung its tail fiercely, causing damage and slowing within a range of 500 meters.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Tenfold Annihilation], dealing 300% damage to all enemy units within a 500*500 range, reducing their movement speed by 50% and attack speed by 50%, lasting for five seconds!

-1!

-1!

Given Jiang Han's attack, he couldn't actually harm the two King-level powerhouses, but the 50% slowing effect was undoubtedly effective.

In the next moment, the two were pulled away from Jiang Han.

"Seniors, there's no need to see me off anymore!"

Moved by the behavior of the two King-level powerhouses, Jiang Han loudly reminded, "In the journey ahead, let me go alone!"

"I'll curse your ancestors!" Xu Lanshan, who was gradually being left behind, was infuriated.

This time, he inexplicably lost a very precious S-class skill book!

Jiang Han remained calm, his mount like the wind, swift as an arrow. "Seniors, during my absence, remember to uphold civility and foster new virtues!"

Now, his speed was more astonishing than his attacks!

It was due to his mount, his Skyward Robe, and Daybreak Boots, as well as the skill he learned from Rael, Vanishing Trace. These three, combined, provided a significant speed boost.

Additionally, he had a 24-star speed growth, Cheryl's passive skill Chasing Shadows, a 20% increase in speed, better than ordinary mounts with a 10% speed boost, Kirin's Blessing for a permanent 10% speed increase, and various other bonuses, totaling almost a 750% speed boost!

In this situation, with the War Stomp, his speed skyrocketed to 1050%!

He wasn't sure how fast the maximum speed of King-level powerhouses was, but he believed that as long as the opponent wasn't a specially intense NPC, he could still escape if he put his mind to it.

"No way!"

Still in hot pursuit, Ding Budà gritted his teeth, "We really can't catch up to him at this rate!"

Thinking of this, he made a ruthless decision, a blue light covering his body. Bringing out his ultimate technique, he mounted a leopard, increasing his speed, showing signs of catching up to Jiang Han.

"Still not giving up?"

Jiang Han, undaunted, pointed out, "Ding Budà, I've been observing you for a while. I noticed... your turns are quite unnatural!"

Ding Budà: "..."

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have used the skill [Chasing Sun], increasing movement speed by 100%, lasting for one minute!

"Swoosh!"

The Dark Thunder Tiger swiftly emerged, flames erupting under its feet, kicking up clouds of dust in the desert, creating a series of afterimages.

"I'm heading north, leaving the season with you~~~"

Jiang Han sang happily.

This trip to the Demon God's Treasury was truly profitable.

"I ^%$#@..."

Ding Budà watched Jiang Han's gradually retreating figure, spouting countless curses.

Too fast!

He had never seen someone at Earth level run so quickly!

...

Shaking off Ding Budà and Xu Lanshan, Jiang Han felt relieved. Surveying his surroundings, he realized he had unknowingly entered a mountain range. However, there were no prompts indicating entry into a new map, likely because the entire space belonged to the third layer of the mysterious prison.

Ensuring his safety, Jiang Han put away his mount and leaned against a large tree, opening his package to inspect the harvest:

[Guardian Shield] (Earth-grade)

Defense: 2000-2200

Health: 80,000

Effect: Defense +

100%

Effect: Health +50%

Additional: Stand Firm – increases basic defense by 500 points

Special Skill: [Diehard]

Introduction: Everyone needs something to protect. Holding this shield will give you more capital and a sense of security.

[Aurora Shadow] (A-grade)

Introduction: Strive your best to pursue it, even if you can't touch the shadow of the aurora.

Effect: After use, movement speed +50%, attack speed +50%, lasting five minutes.

[Radiant Guardian] (S-grade)

Introduction: Watch over the light, pursue ideals, even if it costs your life.

Effect: Consuming 5% of health as the cost, converts all attack values into defense.

Duration: Up to ten seconds, can be interrupted at any time.

Cooldown: Sixty minutes

Learning Requirements: Knight class

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"It's a pity..."

Jiang Han felt a slight regret.

The shield provided considerable defense and various attributes, but it was an exclusive privilege for the knight class, and he couldn't wear it.

However, the harvest was abundant. The Aurora Shadow, as a scroll, would definitely come in handy in the future, and Radiant Guardian...

Requires a knight to learn?

That's not happening!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Do you want to learn the skill [Radiant Guardian] (S-grade)?

"Yes!"

Jiang Han promptly agreed.

Converting all attacks into defense, especially in extreme situations, was more than enough to save his life!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Congratulations! You have learned the skill [Radiant Guardian] (S-grade)!

"What's next..."

Instead of immediately closing the package, Jiang Han turned his gaze to the Divine Favor Gem, his eyes gleaming. "Let's forge an SS-grade skill first!"

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