Chapter 112

"Fucking hell..."

"Three traits—all damage amplification?"

Lin Mo couldn't help but curse.

He didn't even dare to imagine how high his current damage amplification was...

The special skill boost, the weapon's boost, and Han Mengqing's buff boost...

Insane. Totally insane.

"How's it? How's it?"

The three girls gathered around, curious.

Lin Mo didn't hide anything—he directly displayed his stats.

"Whoa—!!!"

Three sharp inhales sounded in unison.

Han Mengqing widened her eyes. "This name sounds so majestic!"

"And this trait... isn't this the vibe of lightning in the left hand, fire in the right, and just taking off right here?"

Han Mengyao was also stunned. "No wonder this gear dropped from the Thunderfire Shrine—it's absurdly strong."

"Lin Mo, with this staff, your output is going to leap to another level."

Chu Lingxuan said enviously:

"Such a powerful weapon... and so beautiful too."

Lin Mo gripped the staff, unable to suppress the smile on his lips.

"Indeed, it's excellent."

"Perfect—I just leveled up to 25. This weapon came at the right time."

With that said,

Lin Mo immediately swapped out his old staff and equipped the new one.

At this moment,

【Earth Shield】 looked at the lightning-fire amplification trait and felt a bit down.

【Earth Shield】 felt slighted: Waaah... Master, why only lightning and fire? I was the one who contributed the most just now! This isn't fair!

【Fireball】 gloated: What does this prove? It proves that in this world, lightning and fire are the Dao! The mainstream!

【Fireball】 soothed: Little brother, just stick to being our tank. High-class output? Leave that to me and Brother Three.

【Lightning Strike】: Ugly, but the stats are decent.

【Earth Shield】 completely broke down: Waaah! You're bullying me! I want output too! I want to stack damage too!

Lin Mo listened to the skills bickering and couldn't help but smile wryly.

"Little Earth, don't be discouraged."

"You're our solid backbone—you're indispensable. You don't need this kind of gear."

"Besides, it's not like there won't be any more. Maybe someday a special Earth God gear will drop."

"Then let them envy you!"

【Earth Shield】 sniffled twice: R-really? Will there be Earth God gear?

"Definitely! Absolutely!"

Lin Mo swore earnestly.

Even though he had no idea if such gear existed—he'd soothe them first.

【Earth Shield】 felt a bit better: Fine... then I'll wait...

After calming Little Earth, Lin Mo turned to the three girls.

"The loot from this dungeon was great—I'll take it all."

Lin Mo thought for a moment and said:

"By the rules, everyone gets a share of the spoils."

"How about this: when we get back to school, I'll transfer each of you some compensation."

In truth, every item here suited Lin Mo perfectly—he didn't care about the money.

After all, the three girls had contributed too.

But Han Mengyao waved her hand immediately:

"No need."

"We just came here to farm XP. Without you, we might not have even cleared this dungeon."

"Besides, do you think we're short on cash?"

Han Mengyao spoke calmly.

Lin Mo looked at the sisters.

Indeed, their mother was Commander of the Metropolis Military District—they weren't short on money.

Then Lin Mo turned to Chu Lingxuan.

Chu Lingxuan blushed and waved her hand:

"N-no, Lin Mo, my dad's the chairman of Tianhe Group... I too..."

Lin Mo: "..."

Okay.

So everyone in Long Xu Class has insane family backgrounds, huh?

"Alright then, since you all say that, I won't be petty."

Lin Mo didn't insist further.

Then he walked toward the last glowing orb.

It was the original dungeon objective: the Thunderfire combo skill material.

The light faded.

A fist-sized crystal appeared in Lin Mo's hand.

The left half was deep thunder-blue; the right half, furious flame-red.

The two energies fused perfectly, pulsing in harmony.

【Name: Thunderflame Dragon God Heart (Special Material)】

【Description: The power source of the Thunderflame Demon Dragon, containing the ultimate secret of lightning and fire fusion.】

"Tsk tsk tsk... is Lin Mo Dalao about to master another combo skill again?"

Han Mengqing couldn't help exclaiming.

Han Mengyao instinctively wanted to object.

After all, combo skills weren't that easy to master.

Only someone with profound understanding and absolute control over both elements could possibly succeed on the first try.

But the words died on her lips.

She swallowed them silently.

Forget it.

This guy was a freak. Even if Lin Mo said he'd ascend to heaven in the next second, she'd believe him.

Lin Mo didn't notice Han Mengyao's expression.

He immediately used the material in his hand.

Crack...

The crystal shattered instantly.

Two furious torrents surged through his arms into his body.

【Fireball】 was admiring its flames when a terrifying external fire surged in.

【Fireball】 roared: How dare you! Where did this wild fire come from? How dare it invade my territory?

Meanwhile, 【Lightning Strike】 was engulfed by a violent surge of lightning.

【Under the material's guidance, the two forces were forcibly squeezed into a tiny space.】

【Fireball】 exploded: What the hell? Brother Three? Stay away from me! Your electric stench is choking me!

【Lightning Strike】 spoke coldly: This forced fusion... is crude.

【Fireball】 flew into a rage: Crude? You dare call me crude?

【Lightning Strike】 ignored it, calmly adjusting itself, seeking order amid the chaos.

【Lightning Strike】: Don't move, idiot.

【Fireball】 screamed: What?! Calling me an idiot?

【Currently analyzing Thunderfire combo skill... Progress: 1%...】

Lin Mo watched this familiar scene and wasn't in a hurry.

He'd been through this before with the Fire-Earth combo—eventually, the material would sort them out.

He sat down on the ground, leaning against a stone pillar, closing his eyes to rest.

Moments later, even breathing sounds emerged.

Han Mengqing stepped closer and waved her small hand in front of Lin Mo's face.

"Huh? Could Lin Mo be... asleep?"

"This is way too relaxed! Sleeping right after beating the boss?"

Han Mengyao yanked her sister back and made a shushing gesture, her expression serious:

"Shh! Don't make a sound!"

"He's entered a deep meditative state—he's contemplating the Thunder-Fire combination technique!"

As she spoke, Han Mengyao gazed at Lin Mo, a flicker of awe and concern in her eyes, whispering:

"Mengqing, do you remember two years ago when Mom took us to observe a colonel mastering the Thunder-Fire combination technique?"

Han Mengqing tilted her head, thinking, then suddenly understood:

"Of course! That colonel uncle stayed in the quiet room for a full twelve hours!"

"That's right."

Han Mengyao nodded, her tone grave:

"At the time, three high-level support specialists stood guard around him, taking turns casting healing and mental calming spells."

"Thunder and Fire are the most violent of all elements—forcing them to merge imposes enormous strain on the body. That colonel bled all over his body; he only survived thanks to the support team keeping him alive."

Hearing this,

Han Mengyao looked at Lin Mo's serene face and felt her worldview crumbling.

Is this what a true master is like? Just leaning casually against a pillar and starting right away?

After hearing this, Han Mengqing also realized the gravity of the situation.

She asked, worried:

"Big sister, since it's so dangerous, shouldn't I cast a healing spell on Lin Mo too?"

Han Mengyao's expression changed instantly as she stopped her:

"Forget your healing spell!"

"Do you want to make his fusion even more intense? What if the pain is too strong and breaks his meditation?"

Han Mengqing pouted immediately, retorting:

"I meant the basic 【Primary Healing Spell】! Not one I mastered myself! Sure, the healing amount is small, but it has zero side effects!"

Hearing this,

Han Mengyao thought for a moment, then nodded:

"Fine, cast a few on him—better safe than sorry."

"Got it! Watch me!"

Han Mengqing swung her staff.

A soft emerald glow gathered at its tip, then flowed into Lin Mo's body.

The 【Primary Healing Spell】 delivered little healing, but it was gentle and soothing.

"Mmm..."

A sigh of satisfaction escaped him.

Immediately, Lin Mo shifted his posture, rubbing his head against the stone pillar.

Han Mengqing's expression turned peculiar:

"Big sister..."

"Are you sure... that colonel uncle reacted the same way? He seems to be sleeping even better!"

Han Mengyao: "..."

She took a deep breath and forced an explanation:

"This proves his fusion is going smoothly!"

"The Thunder and Fire elements have reached perfect balance—his body is in an extremely relaxed state, which is why he's making this... this sound."