When Jiang Han equipped the Rock Wall Armor, a sudden and abrupt system bell rang in his ears—
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations on meeting the requirements; you have entered the Dark Faction's Strength Ranking!
The Dark Faction's Strength Ranking?
Jiang Han felt a tinge of surprise, opened the system panel, and indeed saw the newly added ranking option. With just a glance at the rankings, he immediately realized, "This should be the strength ranking of the Dark Faction's top ten Demon Gods, right?"
1. Temporal Beast·Porter
2. Star of Calamity·Aelic
3. Ocean Devourer·Barlo
4. Fallen Angel·Cera
5. Fire Dance Lotus·Nicole
6. War Behemoth·Harry
7. Annihilation Wind·Rael
8. Soul Controller·Gale
9. Dragon of Sin·Attikas
10. Evil Curse·Lorei
...
It wasn't that the Strength Ranking only displayed the top ten; it just happened to fit on one page, making their titles and names more conspicuous.
Jiang Han, prompted by the system's friendly reminder, also saw his own ranking—
Rank 99999955, Dark Dominion·One Jiang Han!
Quite formidable!
From this ranking, Jiang Han could discern that he was not a mere small fry. He had already become a super powerhouse within the Dark Faction's top one hundred million.
In other words, the number of individuals in the Dark Faction who could defeat him was less than one hundred million!
"It seems you have learned the names of the Demon Gods." Daniel, upon hearing Jiang Han mention the ranking, understood, "Although the top ten Demon Gods are formidable, rarely encountering opponents on the Eternal Continent, you should not underestimate yourself. In the future, you might have the chance to reach the top ten."
"Oh?" Jiang Han raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised. "Just because I'm a Dark Swordsman?"
"Exactly." Daniel nodded solemnly, "The previous Dark Swordsman was also one of the legendary Demon Gods!"
"How did he die?" Jiang Han asked, posing a somewhat mood-dampening question.
In his view, if the previous Dark Swordsman was no longer in the top ten rankings, there was a high probability that he had already died.
"Well..." Daniel hesitated for a moment, speaking vaguely, "You don't need to worry about that for now. You'll find out in the future."
"..."
Jiang Han was speechless.
It seemed like Daniel always avoided letting him get involved in some crucial "game background" information.
"By the way, your method is indeed effective." Daniel, thinking of something, said, "Currently, there are over two hundred thousand adventurers who have chosen to register on our side in Kant, willing to help us when the siege war begins."
"Of course." Jiang Han wasn't surprised.
Players always followed their own rules, devoid of any sense of justice.
Because representing justice belonged to the Light Faction, they would never help the Dark Faction according to their so-called "moral code." There was simply no way to restrain them.
"In that case, as long as they don't appear, it might be possible to keep the Dark City safe." Daniel, full of satisfaction, looked at his accomplished disciple.
"They?" Jiang Han vaguely sensed something amiss. "Are you referring to..."
"Actually, you understand." Daniel smiled, "Why pretend to be confused."
For a disciple with such "wisdom and intelligence," he had glimpsed it before.
This cautious young man wouldn't oversimplify complicated matters.
"..."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Han's heart sank.
It seemed that the most challenging part was the "plot kills"!
"Well, don't think too much. Your current strength is insufficient, and the fundamental solution is to become stronger." Daniel waved his hand, no longer discussing irrelevant matters with Jiang Han, and instead issued the next task, "The main force guarding the Dark City is still composed of skeleton soldiers. Your current strength far surpasses theirs; you should be able to teach them some combat techniques. Go."
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Do you accept the quest [Train Skeleton Soldiers]?
"Yes!"
Jiang Han agreed.
[Train Skeleton Soldiers] (Difficulty: C)
Introduction: Skeleton soldiers possess some strength, but when facing the elite forces of the Light Faction, they fall short. Train them to become stronger through instruction.
Quest requirements: Through teaching, make skeleton soldiers learn new skills.
Quest quantity: 0/5000
...
After accepting the quest, Jiang Han logged off, preparing to make some instant noodles to fill his stomach. However, he received a message from Wang Kai: "Brother, let's go for spicy hot pot!"
"Let's go, my treat, and we'll drink some gutter oil!" Jiang Han readily accepted and replied.
"Gutter oil?"
"You said that, and I'm afraid to eat now."
"The usual place?"
"Yeah!"
...
Dressed in casual clothes, using water as a substitute for styling gel, and slightly tidying his messy hair, Jiang Han hastily left home and arrived at the previous barbecue shop after crossing a few traffic lights.
Entering the spicy hot pot shop, Jiang Han immediately saw Wang Kai already ordering, so he picked up a basket and started selecting dishes.
"How was this morning?" Wang Kai threw two packets of instant noodles into the basket while smiling and asking, "I UA your uncle!"
Jiang Han explained, "It was mainly encountering a problem in the game. As I was discussing it with you, I suddenly thought of a solution."
"What problem? Share it with me. I'm doing well in the game now, and I might be able to help."
"Don't worry, it's already resolved."
"That's good. By the way, what level are you now?"
"In the twenties."
"Really? Isn't that among the top levels in the ranking?" Wang Kai was astonished.
He had intended to boast a bit, but unexpectedly, Jiang Han's level was higher than his.
Jiang Han was slightly curious, "What level are you?"
"Nineteen, and I'm ranked thirty-nine on the leaderboard. The King Kai Triumph is me." Wang Kai did not hide it from Jiang Han. "Can you tell me your game ID now?"
"This..." Jiang Han hesitated for a moment and said, "Brother, I'll tell you, but don't spread it around."
He trusted Wang Kai from start to finish; it was just that hiding his profession's value was too significant. He feared being threatened if someone with ill intentions found out.
As a result, he would have to move quietly.
"Is my mouth not tight enough?" Wang Kai was helpless, completely unaware of the cautious reason behind Jiang Han's actions.
Just a game ID, was it really worth being so cautious?
Jiang Han whispered, "Actually... I am One Jiang Han."
"Oh, so you're One Jiang..."
Mid-sentence, Wang Kai suddenly froze, then immediately shouted, "What the heck!"
One Jiang Han!
The holder of this game ID had dominated the discussion charts within "Eternal" for some time now, and not knowing about it was practically impossible.
He never imagined that his brother would be One Jiang Han.
"This guest, please keep it down in the shop." The boss reminded.
Noticing that all customers in the shop were looking in their direction, Wang Kai smiled awkwardly, "Sorry, my bad."
After
ordering the food, the two sat at a small table and discussed in low voices.
"Is it really you, One Jiang Han? You didn't lie to me?" Wang Kai silently read the name once, finally reacting.
One Jiang Han, Jiang Han...
Just like himself, his brother had hidden his real name in his game ID.
"Yeah."
Jiang Han nodded.
"It seems I can't help much in the game anymore, brother." Wang Kai smiled, "Since you are... him, then indeed, I shouldn't tell others about your game ID. To avoid unnecessary trouble, forget that I mentioned it."
"I trust you."
...
After finishing the spicy hot pot, when the two were returning home, it was already past seven.
Jiang Han logged into the game, reappearing in the Dark City. A system bell rang in his ears—
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Please note that adventurers actively assisting the Dark City have incurred the displeasure of the Light Faction's higher-ups, who have decided to launch the attack four days in advance for a swift resolution!
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Please note that adventurers actively assisting the Dark City have incurred the displeasure of the Light Faction's higher-ups, who have decided to launch the attack four days in advance for a swift resolution!
...
The consecutive repetition of the system bell rang left Jiang Han's expression frozen.
Four days in advance!
Doesn't that mean... tomorrow?!