Chapter 98: Just Follow Me; If You Don't Court Danger, You Won't Die
The scene suddenly became extremely shocking.
The Skeleton Army appeared, bringing gusts of cold wind that even dropped the temperature by several degrees.
"I'm going!"
"That's Jiang Dalao's Summoned Entity!"
"An undead-type summon, that's just too awesome, right?"
"Is that Jiang Dalao's profession? It's literally Mythological Class!"
"I think it's more than Mythological Class; I've never heard of such a profession!"
"The number is insane, probably around 200, and the Summoned Entity includes warriors and mages—so strong!"
"How terrifying!"
"This scene is enough for me to brag about all year, no, a whole lifetime!"
Everyone sighed in amazement; some timid folks even stepped back several paces, finally sitting on the ground.
As the Skeleton Army appeared, Jiang Chen moved forward, and the crowd hurried after him, exclaiming in awe.
Their eyes were opened; they'd never seen such a powerful profession.
"One person forms an army" suddenly felt real to them.
This is the true one‑person army; the scene was truly spectacular and unprecedented.
Eye‑opening!
Soon, the Skeleton Warriors ran into a Desert Ghost Tree, a Super‑Enhanced Elite Monster.
Students who had killed this kind of monster before wore a certain expression, naturally knowing it's hard to deal with.
The Ghost Tree was extremely powerful; its Difficulty was no worse than the boss‑level monsters in the Nightmare Dungeon.
Even a team of 40 needed more than half a minute to defeat it.
"Last time we faced this Desert Ghost Tree, it took us a full two minutes to take it down."
"Indeed, this monster's hardness is extremely high; its constitution and strength are outstanding, and our Knights from last time couldn't withstand it."
"I really don't know how many times Jiang Chen's skeletons have to die before they can defeat it."
To the onlookers, the Skeleton Warriors didn't seem strong; they even thought perhaps multiple skeletons were needed to beat this Desert Ghost Tree.
Or a lot of skeletons would have to die, using a human wave tactic to overwhelm it.
However, when the Skeleton Warriors charged at the Desert Ghost Tree, everything became unbelievable.
The Ghost Tree's withered branch attack was swiftly intercepted, and the Skeleton Warriors swung their great blades to cut it off.
Then, the Skeleton Mages unleashed a series of spells.
Dozens of spells burst brilliantly like fireworks over the monster's head.
In less than three seconds, the Desert Ghost Tree fell, letting out a wail.
Everyone was stunned, unable to believe their eyes.
Everyone was stunned, unable to believe their own eyes.
"The battle just started, less than three seconds, and it's already over?"
"Hard to believe; this is a Super‑Enhanced Elite Monster, yet it was killed so quickly!"
"What's going on? Jiang Dalao's skeleton attributes must be god‑defying!"
Jiang Chen looked at the screen showing less than ten thousand experience gained and smiled.
He understood that although he could earn three hundred thousand experience alone, bringing so many reduced experience but yielded more points, making the trade worthwhile.
He understood that, although he could obtain 300,000 experience on his own, bringing so many people reduced the experience, but earned more points, and such an exchange was worth it.
At worst, he could just run it a few more times later; he'd have everything.
Moreover, points can purchase Skill Scrolls.
A Beginner Skill Scroll costs 800 points each.
An Intermediate Skill Scroll costs a Thousand Points Reward each.
If there are no Skill Scrolls, what about his skills?
His profession is not like other professions; there are no Skill Books, no inheritance, everything relies on himself.
Jiang Chen has realized that points are extremely important to him.
Given that, he'll try to earn as much as possible.
He led the crowd forward at breakneck speed.
Everyone witnessed how Jiang Chen's skeletons easily slayed the Desert Ghost Tree—it was a one‑second kill.
Monsters of this caliber are nothing before Jiang Chen.
Until they reached the oasis.
Skeleton Warriors ran forward with a horde of Desert Giant Scorpions.
Jiang Chen ran along.
The other professionals behind them also ran.
"Jiang Dalao, what are you doing?"
"Hold on, how many monsters are we dragging?"
"There are already hundreds, and they're still increasing."
"Planning to use the Skeleton Mages' Group Attack Skill to wipe them out?"
"Probably, I just noticed that the wind‑element and Ice Element Skeleton Mages have Group Attack Skills."
"Do you want to rely on the Skeleton Mage's Group Attack Skill to mass‑kill?"
"It should be, I just noticed that the wind‑type and Ice Element Skeleton Mages have Group Attack Skills."
Everyone was excited and thrilled, running along with Jiang Chen.
They kept running for a full twenty minutes, and the Desert Giant Scorpions behind the Skeleton Warrior had already reached over two hundred.
The group began to worry a little.
If the Skeleton Warrior were defeated, should they then flee for their lives?
At that point, exiting the Instance would be their only option.
Seeing Jiang Chen's calm expression, they could only choose to trust him.
A High Mountain cliff appeared before them.
They finally ran up to the Ant Cave.
The Skeleton Warrior finally turned and engaged the Desert Giant Scorpions in battle.
Watching the constantly appearing experience prompts, they realized that the Skeleton Warrior's combat power far exceeded their expectations.
At this rate, the Desert Giant Scorpions being all killed is only a matter of time.
But this way, it seems there's no need to drag everyone together to fight.
Until they arrived at the battlefield.
Jiang Chen raised his palm.
Skill: Corpse Explosion!
Amid the booming thunderous sound, the yellow sand
soared into the sky, fluttering in the air.
The yellow sand fell like rain.
Then came another series of booming sounds, blasting out more yellow sand, turning the light rain into a downpour.
The sudden thunderous noise startled everyone.
Someone else was scared enough to fall to the ground.
"Is this thunder? How can there be an explosion sound?"
"What's happening up ahead?"
"You— you all, look at the experience quickly."
Someone let out a scream.
The experience prompts jumped out wildly.
Desert Giant Scorpions died in batches.
Never expected that the explosion sounds would echo ten times before stopping.
Until the yellow sand cleared, they finally saw clearly.
All the Desert Giant Scorpions were dead.
"Too fast, how was that done?"
"When we arrived earlier, there were clearly at least 150 Desert Giant Scorpions; how did they all die in the blink of an eye?"
"That explosion just now—what skill was that, its power is so huge?"
"It's terrifying; no wonder Jiang Chen can farm so quickly, that skill is terrifying."
Jiang Chen ignored their words, and the party kept moving forward.
They saw a Cactus, still without any Desert Fruit on it.
Hong Jishi was right; the chance of Desert Fruit appearing is indeed low.
The Skeletons quickly cleared the young ants at the Entrance of the Cave, and Jiang Chen said to the group, "Don't go in."
"I'll call you once I've cleared all the monsters later."
While speaking, the Skeleton Warrior had already charged inside.
The group responded in unison, "Alright, alright, we'll wait here."
"Jiang Dalao, take your time fighting, no rush."
Since entering the Instance, it's been just over three hours.
This speed has already exceeded their expectations.
Other parties often need a dozen or twenty hours, so the efficiency difference is astronomical.
Moreover, Jiang Chen is a 1‑person party with 39 companions; who would believe that if told?
Jiang Chen entered the Ant Cave alone, leaving the 39 others outside, staring at each other.
After waiting for over ten minutes, someone suddenly said, "How about I go pull a monster to fight?"
"I advise you not to tempt fate; none of the monsters here are easy to handle."
"Jiang Chen seems to be fighting easily; this monster doesn't seem as hard as expected."
"He is he, you are you, completely different."
"We're all professionals; even if there's a gap, it shouldn't be that big."
After a debate, the group finally decided to pull a young ant to fight.
A few Knights stepped forward, providing support and buffs.
They cautiously entered the Ant Cave, using a different Entrance than Jiang Chen.
Soon, those Knights ran back, with two young ants trailing behind.
"I accidentally pulled two."
"Healer, get ready to heal; mage, warrior, archer, prepare to fight the monster!"
The Knights shouted while running.
After running back into the Healer's skill range, they turned and began attacking the young ant.
At the same time they didn't forget to unleash the Knight's signature Skill: Taunt.
They focused the young ant's entire attention on themselves.
Everyone's Skills targeted the young ant.
The young ant also began attacking the Knight.
With a bang, the Knight was knocked aside by a massive force.
The terrifying force made their bones tremble.
"What a strong attack! Healer, heal!"
The Healer immediately healed the Knight.
The young ant's second strike came right after, and the Knight was knocked back again.
"Whoa, how is it so powerful!"
"Damage, where is the damage!"
"Don't shout, we're fighting!"
"Hold the monster steady, we're dealing damage."
The Knight was speechless; he indeed saw many attacks land on the young ant, but the young ant how
didn't even move, these attacks felt like tickling.
Looking over to the other side, the other Knight wasn't any better.
He then realized that Jiang Chen could fight so easily, but that didn't mean they could too.
Their party's levels varied, equipment was uneven, and Skills were the same.
There was essentially no Compatibility to speak of.
Fighting naturally became arduous.
After grinding for several minutes, everyone cooperated and finally killed the two young ants.
The Knight collapsed onto the ground, panting heavily: "So hard to beat."
"The monsters here are too perverse."
"Harder than any Instance I've ever cleared."
"No kidding, otherwise how could it be an Instance that requires a 40-player team? A Large-scale Dungeon isn't just for fun."
"Better just stay still and wait for Jiang Dalao to call us."
"Even if I die, I won't move. It was only two just now; if there were more, I doubt we'd survive the team wipe."
"Everyone be careful; if you don't act recklessly, you won't die!"
Jiang Chen saw the experience prompt and roughly guessed what they were doing.
"Can't stay idle."
He ignored them; these people are courting death themselves, none of his business.
When they entered earlier, he had already given them a friendly warning: you reap what you sow.
No one can be blamed!
End of Chapter
