Short Staff, Danger, Magic Arrow!
"Eight Fingers"! As those words appeared, the air momentarily stilled.
"I told you, no need for chatter," a black-robed man, who had been silently blocking their escape route, suddenly said in a low voice.
"Heh, I didn't say anything," the Thief replied, gripping his dagger, his eyes cold.
Hearing their brief exchange, Tang Zheng knew he was right; their real target wasn't money, but him.
The so-called "Eight Fingers" was an underground organization with eight criminal divisions, its influence spanning almost the entire Re-Estize Kingdom.
Behind it, there was even the faint shadow of the kingdom's nobles! The Re-Estize Kingdom didn't prohibit the buying and selling of slaves, leading to a series of criminal networks, such as child abduction, slave trading, brothels, bribery, and so on.
Tang Zheng remembered that in a year or two, Princess Lana would propose the "Slavery Prohibition Edict," causing significant losses to "Eight Fingers."
This was, in fact, an extremely calculated move by Princess Lana.
Among the many edicts proposed by Princess Lana, this was one of the few that passed, and the fact that such an edict, filled with vested interests, could pass was somewhat unbelievable.
A princess who stayed deep within the palace, never leaving the royal court, without any party members or subordinates, had somehow gained the support of most of the people.
She even indirectly influenced the Bahharuth Empire, using the benefits generated after the edict's passage to contend with the Bloody Emperor, no wonder she was called a 'monster'.
In the arena!
The dangerous situation made Tang Zheng's body tense.
While gripping his short sword with his left hand, his right hand took out the first-tier Magic Arrow magic scroll he had just purchased from his Item Box.
"You guys are really bold, this place isn't far from the square center and the Adventurer's Guild, aren't you afraid I'll shout and none of you will be able to escape?"
Tang Zheng deliberately spoke loudly, trying to attract the attention of people nearby.
"You can shout louder."
"But let me remind you, it's useless no matter how much you shout, no one will hear what's happening here."
A deep voice came from behind.
Tang Zheng's heart tightened. He turned his head to look behind him, only to see the other party holding a small wand, about ten centimeters long, similar to a staff.
Almost at the same time! Information appeared on the attribute panel in Tang Zheng's vision.
『Skill "Silence" discovered, Requirement: Basic Magic Caster class, Level: 8~14.』
『Current conditions not met...』
Seeing this information, Tang Zheng knew what the black-robed man behind him was holding.
A Short Staff!
A type of magical item, which could be understood as an enhanced version of a magic scroll.
If a "magic scroll" was an item infused with a one-time magic, then a "Short Staff" was an item infused with the same magic multiple times.
In the "YGGDRASIL" game, Short Staffs were more cost-effective magic items than magic scrolls, the only drawback being the class restriction.
For example, a Short Staff infused with the Holy Light spell could only be used by faith-based Magic Casters, while a Short Staff infused with the Fireball spell could only be used by magic-based Magic Casters.
Magic scrolls didn't have this restriction.
Of course, some high-level "Short Staffs" could ignore this restriction.
But in this other world.
The price of a Short Staff was much higher than that of a magic scroll, after all, it was already considered a magical item.
After confirming that the black-robed man was using a Short Staff, Tang Zheng was certain that the other party was a magic-based Magic Caster.
A Thief and a Magic Caster! It was obvious who to deal with first.
"Just give up resisting, kid!"
The Thief wearing a mask gripped his dagger and moved, quickly rushing towards Tang Zheng.
"Kill!"
In an instant! The Thief's speed not only began to increase, but even his entire figure became somewhat blurred.
Seeing this situation.
Tang Zheng knew that he could only gamble! Without any hesitation or regret.
Tang Zheng immediately threw a Magic Arrow magic scroll at the Thief.
In an instant, the magic scroll flashed with light.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Three non-attribute magic arrows condensed in the air, flying quickly towards the Thief.
At the same time, information also appeared on the attribute panel.
『Skill "Magic Arrow" discovered, Requirement: Basic Magic Caster class, Level 1-7, current conditions not met...』
『"Genius" class activated, basic class requirement met, spend 1 Skill Point to learn?』
After releasing the magic scroll, Tang Zheng didn't even look at the result, but quickly turned around and rushed towards the Magic Caster behind him.
During this process, seeing the information on the attribute panel, Tang Zheng knew that his gamble had paid off, and quickly agreed in his heart.
Skill: Magic Arrow (Tier 1)
Consumption: 5 MP
Description: Release magic to create three non-attribute arrows to attack enemies. Additionally, for every extra point of magic power consumed, one more arrow can be created, with a maximum of 10!
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"Kid, you've chosen the wrong opponent."
The black-robed Magic Caster let out a mocking chuckle as he saw Tang Zheng turn and rush towards him.
"Acid…"
"Magic Arrow!"
Tang Zheng was faster, activating the newly learned Magic Arrow before the black-robed Magic Caster could finish speaking.
How could this be? An astonished look appeared on the face of the black-robed Magic Caster hidden under the cloak.
Isn't the other party a faith-based Magic Caster?
Does he also possess magic power-based spells?
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Three magic arrows had already shot towards him at lightning speed.
The black-robed Magic Caster didn't have time to think, quickly changing his spell: "Shield Wall!"
Swish! An invisible transparent barrier blocked him.
Thump!!! The three arrows struck the barrier simultaneously, the magic power of the two sides canceling each other out and dissipating.
"You have angered me, you littl—"
An angry look appeared on the face of the black-robed Magic Caster, and he took out a Short Staff from his black robe, preparing to cast a spell.
But in the next instant, the black-robed Magic Caster's face turned pale, because Tang Zheng had already rushed in front of him.
How could he be so fast!
As a Magic Caster, he naturally knew that he had to maintain distance from his opponent in any situation.
There was at least a distance of 15 meters between the two of them, and it was impossible for a Magic Caster's physique to run so fast, unless the other party was not just a Magic Caster...
The moment this thought appeared in his mind! The short sword in Tang Zheng's hand had already slashed down quickly: "*Rapid Slash!*"
A cold gleam flashed in the air.
The blade of the short sword heavily slashed towards the black-robed Magic Caster's neck.
But! At the moment of contact.
A white light emerged from the black-robed Magic Caster's body.
The blade came into contact with this white light, making a muffled sound, and was successfully blocked! However, this white light dimmed a lot.
This is…
"Magical item!"
Tang Zheng's eyes shifted slightly.
"Didn't expect that, did you?" The face hidden by the brim of the hat was revealed, younger than expected, looking only about 20 years old.
However, before the black-robed Magic Caster could rejoice!
Tang Zheng's eyes turned fierce, he gripped the sword hilt with his backhand, and pressed down hard. The white light resisting the short sword flickered slightly and quickly dissipated! Puchi!
The tip of the sword heavily slashed across the black-robed Magic Caster's throat, a large amount of blood gushing out, splattering all over Tang Zheng.
『Gained 350 experience』
"Idiot!" Tang Zheng thought.
Knowing that he had a defensive magic item, he didn't continue to cast magic, but instead wanted to see his surprised expression.
Under his attack, the defensive white light had dimmed, obviously having a certain strength limit.
What's more! As a Magic Caster, he actually allowed an enemy to get so close.
It was clear that this black-robed man had little experience in close combat.
"You bastard, I'm going to cut off all your limbs!"
A cold roar came from behind.
The Thief who had just been blocked by the Magic Arrow released from the magic scroll had already rushed over.
Completely silent footsteps! Is it a Thief class ability? Or a skill? Tang Zheng quickly adjusted his posture, turned to look behind him, the dark purple light emerging on the opponent's dagger already appearing before his eyes.
Another magic weapon! A moment of crisis!
Clang!!
Tang Zheng subconsciously swung his short sword, the blade colliding with the dagger, emitting a crisp, ear-piercing metallic sound.
A trace of astonishment appeared in the Thief's eyes. After the collision, he retreated a few steps, looking at Tang Zheng with some surprise and uncertainty.
Crack!
Tang Zheng lowered his head to look at his short sword, a crack and a gap appearing at the point of impact.
However, this time, the solemn expression on Tang Zheng's face slowly faded.
"I've discovered that you guys are weaker than me."
The expression on Tang Zheng's face was a little strange as he looked up at the Thief opposite him.
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