Chapter 62: From ancient times I've heard of dogs biting people, but never of people biting dogs

After Jiang Chen finished introducing himself, he fell silent.

Fang Hongxiu kept a calm expression, but the faces of the others showed a hint of surprise.

"Only Level 17, what are you joking about?"

"Even if you have to bring someone, you can't just pick any random cat or dog, right?"

A man wielding a staff swaggered in, emitting a disdainful sound.

His demeanor was filled with unparalleled arrogance and hubris, as if he disregarded everything around him.

Lin Caier showed a displeased expression.

"Lei Ren, watch your words; Jiang Chen is a National Top Scholar,"

But Lei Ren was unconcerned; he sneered, "Just a National Top Scholar, compared to us it's nothing. We've seen plenty of National Top Scholars before; they're all trash, saying that is simply disgraceful."

He was supremely arrogant, seemingly not caring about Jiang Chen or the National Top Scholar at all, and this attitude spread to the others present.

They all wore expressions of convinced agreement, as if Lei Ren were right: the National Top Scholar was utterly insignificant.

On their side, such a scholar truly meant nothing.

Lin Caier retorted angrily, "Lei Ren, your words are like a fart—dead stinky, dead stinky."

Lei Ren let out a cold snort and ignored Lin Caier.

He continued arrogantly, "Your name is Jiang Chen, right? I know you were introduced by Lord Hong Shen. Don't think that being connected to Lord Hong Shen lets you act as you please. In our Qianlong Team, we value strength. For this Trial, taking you along is no problem, but keep quiet, don't speak, better not make any sound, and don't hinder us, otherwise I will be the first to..."

"I will be the first to be unkind to you."

After speaking, he still held that lofty demeanor, his nostrils practically pointing to the sky.

This arrogance, if put nicely, is called arrogance; bluntly, isn't it just brain‑dead?

Even Miss Lu Qingyu, the eldest daughter of the Lu family, isn't comparable; she certainly isn't like this guy Lei Ren, who looks as if his brain nerves have been severely damaged.

Jiang Chen felt this guy was overly arrogant, and he spoke up for Lin Caier: "Brain‑dead?"

Lei Ren's face changed dramatically, shouting, "How dare you!"

He immediately activated a Skill, unleashing Flame from his staff, and a massive Energy Fluctuation surged outward.

Lin Caier stepped forward to block Jiang Chen, warning, "Lei Ren, if you dare to act..."

Fang Hongxiu also stepped before Lei Ren, trying to stop him: "Lei Ren, stop."

Under the two's obstruction, Lei Ren finally let out a cold snort and extinguished the Flame on his staff.

"Hmph, today I'll spare you out of sister Hongxiu's face!"

He said that while giving Jiang Chen a fierce glare.

He looked at Jiang Chen, his face full of resentment, but said nothing more.

Fang Hongxiu turned to Jiang Chen and said, "We set off at 9 a. m. tomorrow; meet here, and the specific details of the Trial will be told to you tomorrow."

This is also a rule of the Trial: to ensure its effectiveness and fairness, the content is only disclosed to participants at the start.

Jiang Chen nodded in understanding, "Got it."

"Let's go, Jiang Chen, I'll take you to buy some things to prepare for the Trial!"

Lin Caier then pulled Jiang Chen away to purchase the needed items and make preparations.

Watching Jiang Chen and Lin Caier leave, Fang Hongxiu also sighed.

Looking at Lei Ren, also felt a bit...

Relieved, this guy is getting more and more out of control...

Fang Hongxiu stayed behind to talk with Lei Ren alone, saying, "I know you have resentment, but personal grudges must not affect the Trial, and he was introduced by Lord Hong Shen, so you need to be careful."

Lei Ren replied resentfully, "I have limits; it's just that I'm a bit angry. Even if we bring people, they must be useful. Have you heard of the Necromancer profession?"

Fang Hongxiu shook her head, "He is a National Top Scholar. Although the National Top Scholar means little to us, becoming a scholar must involve extraordinary talent."

Someone nearby interjected, "The Necromancer seems to be a new profession that appeared this year, and it's said to be the only gender‑specific profession."

Lei Ren remained unconvinced, "Basically, every few years a new profession shows up, and most turn out to be trash."

Lin Caier led Jiang Chen toward the Exchange, saying as they walked, "Don't argue with that guy; he's a lunatic, not worth it."

Jiang Chen whispered, "I've only ever heard of dogs biting people, never heard of people biting dogs."

"Ha ha!" Lin Caier laughed, surprised that Jiang Chen had this side.

The two arrived at the Imperial Exchange.

Jiang Chen quickly sold all the items he obtained in the Death Mine Dungeon.

He did not choose consignment.

He handed the materials to the Exchange's recycling mission.

He sold the acquired weapons and equipment directly to the Exchange.

Weapon grades include Black Iron, bronze, silver, gold, Platinum, Diamond, and some bear legends and myths.

Bronze is merely entry‑level weapon, suitable for Level 10 to 20 professionals, and isn't worth much.

Basically each weapon costs around ten thousand.

After Jiang Chen emptied his storage, he obtained 230,000 Gold Coins.

Although not a lot, it's enough for him to use for a while.

Lin Caier said, "The Trial is tomorrow; you should buy some red and blue potions."

The red and blue potions she mentioned are actually healing elixirs and mana elixirs.

Healing elixirs can treat injuries; because the liquid is red, professionals call them red potions.

Mana elixirs are similar; named for their blue color, they restore Spiritual Power.

These two elixirs are arguably the most commonly used consumables among professionals.

Beginner Health Potion, can be used to treat injuries, applicable to those below level 20, cooldown 1 hour.

Beginner Mana Potion, can be used to restore Spiritual Power, applicable to those below level 20, cooldown 1 hour.

Both potions are priced at 1000 Gold Coins.

Following Lin Caier's suggestion, Jiang Chen bought 10 bottles each.

He spent 20,000 Gold Coins.

Jiang Chen then spent 200,000 Gold Coins to buy two Beginner Skill Scrolls.

He now has only 10,000 Gold Coins left.

Truly, it's like money flowing like water.

Then the two went to Shenlong University's Exchange and used 100 Hundred Points Reward to purchase a Communicator.

The Communicator resembles a wristwatch; wearing it on the hand is convenient and it is an essential item for every trainee.

The two added each other as friends, so they can call and contact at any time.

Lin Caier shakes a small hand, revealing skin as white and pure as snow.

"From now on I can harass you anytime, anywhere."

Jiang Chen looks at Lin Caier, who is like a blooming butterfly, and also lets a faint smile appear.

He never expected that the girl he had casually met in the outskirts would now become his fellow alumnus of Shenlong University.

Only.

I don't know which year student Lin Caier is, but judging by how well she knows things about Shenlong University, she must have been studying there for several years...