Lin Moyu sat in meditation, with a skeleton warrior standing guard by his side. Near the dungeon entrance, over a hundred people were present, yet not a single person dared to approach Lin. Primarily, it was Lin's skeleton warrior that deterred them, its fearsome presence making even a glance feel bone-chilling.
This situation suited Lin just fine, as it meant no disturbances. He waited for the cooldown to expire, allowing him to re-enter the dungeon after 12 hours. His spirit power gradually restored during meditation, preparing him for summoning four more skeleton warriors for the next dungeon venture.
As night fell, Lin concluded his meditation session, his spirit power nearly fully replenished. By the dungeon entrance, groups of people gathered around numerous campfires, roasting meat that filled the air with enticing aromas. These seasoned outdoor enthusiasts were well-prepared, unlike Lin, who had only brought some sweet potatoes with him.
Remembering that he had given all his sweet potatoes to Ning Yiyi, Lin couldn't help but smile at the thought of her playful and cute antics. Resorting to his backup plan, he took out some steamed buns and began to eat.
A young man in his twenties, seemingly a support class from his attire, called out to Lin, offering to share their roasted meat. Lin, however, politely declined with a slight shake of his head. The young man, Wang Yi, did not persist and continued to enjoy his meal with his companions.
Despite the group's curiosity and slight fear of Lin's silent and intimidating presence, Wang Yi approached Lin with a piece of roasted meat, placing it before him with a friendly smile before walking away. Lin cautiously accepted the gesture, finding the meat delicious and reminiscent of the kindness and warmth of friendship.
As Lin continued to meditate, waiting for the dungeon's cooldown to end, a dispute arose at the entrance. The Dynasty Guild had blocked access, claiming the dungeon for their guild leader's task completion. This monopolization sparked outrage among the other adventurers present, accusing the Dynasty Guild of being overly domineering.
Wang Yi, among the protestors, expressed his frustration to Lin, explaining that the guild's task involved acquiring the Goblin King's Core, a rare and valuable item that the guild had previously sought to purchase at a low price. Lin realized the coincidence; he possessed the Goblin King's Core, now understanding its significance and the guild's desperation.
Determined not to let the guild's actions hinder his progress, Lin approached the entrance, prepared to confront the blockade and assert his right to enter the dungeon. The revelation of the Goblin King's Ring, a powerful artifact made from the core, solidified his resolve. Lin's quiet determination and the protective presence of his skeleton warrior marked the beginning of a new challenge against the Dynasty Guild's ambitions.