37: In the battle of geniuses, Bai Xiaoxiao has the upper hand

“Have you heard? There’s been a development in Black Sand City; about twenty Newbies are currently soloing a boss.”

“The Calamity Herald has 100,000 HP. Twenty-something Level 30s ganging up on a boss? Is that true or false?”

“What’s so special about that? Anyone who can get there at this point is one of the elites among this year’s Newbies. Each of them has a dedicated team responsible for nurturing them. It might look like twenty-something people are fighting the boss, but in reality, it’s no less than 200 people.”

“Hiss! It’s good to have money and power. If I also had such a team, I’d probably be one of them by now.”

“What are you dreaming about? Go wash up and go to sleep. Even with money and power, you need to be capable yourself. Someone as useless as you? Forget one team, even 100 teams couldn’t prop you up.”

“Exactly. Everyone who’s there by now is a genius who awakened an S-Grade Talent or higher. I even heard that Bai Xiaoxiao, who awakened an SSS-Grade Talent, is also there.”

“Bai Xiaoxiao! My goddess! She achieved an SS-Grade rating in the Novice Realm before. She’s too strong.”

“Who do you think will be the first among these people to complete their First Advancement?”

“That goes without saying, it’s definitely Bai Xiaoxiao. After all, her SSS-Grade Talent is right there. Not only will she be the first to advance, but I think this year’s Rookie King belongs to her.”

“Tsk! While I admit Bai Xiaoxiao is very strong, she’s not a pure combat Professional. I’m more optimistic about Lin Yong from the Lin family. He awakened an SS-Grade Talent and is also a very rare Shadow Assassin, with extremely high burst damage.”

“Wang Cheng is also good. Although he only has an S-Grade Talent, I was fortunate enough to witness his combat style once. It’s simple, brutal, and extremely efficient, truly awe-inspiring.”

“I say, have you forgotten Night Shadow, who set the strongest SSS-Grade rating in the Novice Realm and cleared the Miasma Hidden Forest dungeon?”

“Although Night Shadow performed extraordinarily in the early stages, I heard he doesn’t have major faction support. With limited resources, even with a strong Talent, he might struggle to keep up with the vanguard.”

“That’s true, but what if there’s a miracle?”

“Miracles don’t exist in the Eternal World. It’s just a pity.”

...As Bai Xiaoxiao and the other leading forces, who had reached Level 30 first, arrived in Black Sand City.

Discussions about these individuals in the regional chat channel became increasingly fervent.

In the public’s perception, this year’s Rookie King would, without a doubt, emerge from among these people in Black Sand City.

At this moment, many were observing, in their view.

Whoever could be the first to complete their First Advancement would most likely claim the title of Rookie King.

At the very least, they would become the first Newbie to reach Level 50.

During the first year Newbies entered the Eternal World, the Eternal World would provide them with a significant amount of support.

Besides the initial Novice Realm, there was also something all Newbies looked forward to most: the “Path of Exile.”

Like the Novice Realm, this was an exclusive benefit only available to Newbies each year.

The condition for opening the Path of Exile was that once a Newbie reached Level 50, it would automatically open.

The most attractive aspect of the Path of Exile for Newbies was the countless monsters within, and the experience gained from killing these monsters was three times that of other places.

As is well known, the experience required for leveling up in the Eternal World is quite absurd.

This triple experience would undoubtedly save Newbies a lot of leveling time.

And this was only the first stage of benefits from the Path of Exile.

The duration was a total of 24 hours.

Once the time was up, the second stage of the leaderboard competition would begin.

Professionals who made it onto the leaderboard would receive corresponding generous rewards.

Especially the first place, who could obtain an exclusive Score Treasure Chest.

This Score Treasure Chest would yield very rare growth-type equipment.

And the lowest grade would be Epic.

Over the past few decades, there have also been about ten instances of Legendary equipment being opened.

Even more, some people with incredible luck have opened Mythical Grade equipment.

This was the most attractive aspect of the Path of Exile.

Of course, most people knew they had no chance of claiming the top spot on the leaderboard.

But that didn’t dampen their enthusiasm.

After all, the leaderboard had a total of 1000 spots.

Excluding those powerful chosen ones, the remaining spots were their opportunity.

And with everyone’s heated discussion.

The battle inside Blackwater Canyon was also nearing its end.

“The boss’s HP is less than 10,000. Now it’s time to get serious.”

Someone shouted.

Immediately, everyone currently participating in the siege raised their spirits.

Lin Yong was hidden in the shadows, his gaze as sharp as a leopard’s, his body like a taut bowstring, his aura gradually rising.

“Wang Cheng, when the boss’s HP drops to 3000, block those people. I’ll deliver the final blow to the boss.”

Wang Cheng, who was clashing with the Calamity Herald, frowned upon hearing Lin Yong’s words, greatly displeased in his heart. He naturally didn’t want to listen to Lin Yong.

Without thinking, he immediately spoke.

“Why should I listen to you…”

However, just as he finished speaking, Bai Xiaoxiao’s voice rang out.

“Wang Cheng, don’t act impulsively. You and the others prepare to entangle the people around us. I’m going to buff Lin Yong. The kill rights for the Calamity Herald must be absolutely secured.”

Lin Yong sneered upon hearing this.

“Bai Xiaoxiao is much more sensible than you.”

Wang Cheng was furious.

But at this moment, the boss’s HP had already dropped to 5000.

Feeling Bai Xiaoxiao’s sharp gaze, he also understood that now was not the time for impulsive actions.

So he snorted coldly and began to adjust his state.

Soon, the boss’s HP was down to 4500.

Everyone, regardless of friend or foe, had already surrounded it.

The boss’s HP was down to 4000.

Suddenly, someone charged towards Wang Cheng.

Bai Xiaoxiao and the others wanted to stop others from snatching the boss, and the others were no different.

Seeing someone surrounding him at this moment.

Wang Cheng immediately knew what these people were planning.

“Su Yu, you’re looking for death.”

With a cold snort, Wang Cheng immediately raised his sword to meet him.

Soon, the two were entangled in a fight.

Almost at the same time, the previously somewhat united crowd in the field instantly devolved into a chaotic brawl.

At this point, the boss’s HP was still at 3500.

Bai Xiaoxiao, not far away, was not surprised by this turn of events.

She remained calm and composed, observing the battle in the field while keeping an eye on the boss’s HP.

Finally, after another moment.

The boss’s HP dropped to 3000.

Lin Yong, who had been secretly biding his time, suddenly had his aura surge.

The next instant, he shot towards the boss like a sharp sword.

At this moment, a hint of disdainful sneer appeared at the corner of Lin Yong’s mouth.

“The boss is mine!”

However, just as Lin Yong was less than 10 meters from the boss, an unexpected change occurred.

Two figures appeared out of thin air, immediately intercepting Lin Yong.

Seeing this sudden change, Lin Yong’s eyes turned cold.

Wielding his daggers, he unceremoniously slashed at the two figures.

“Those who block me die!”

Unfortunately, those two figures knew Lin Yong quite well and were prepared.

The moment the daggers struck, they were blocked by the combined efforts of the two.

After all, everyone who could reach this place was Level 30, so their combat power was naturally not to be underestimated.

Although Lin Yong fought one against two, repelling both with a single move, his combat power was terrifying.

But as an Assassin, his charged attack was blocked.

This meant the operation failed.

This greatly angered Lin Yong.

The others were also startled by the sight.

Wang Cheng even cursed loudly.

“Useless!”

Saying that, he no longer cared about continuing to fight with his enemy and immediately rushed towards the boss, even if it meant getting injured.

But someone was faster than him.

“Wang Cheng, you fell into a trap. The Boss is ours.”

The speaker was Su Yu, who had previously clashed with Wang Cheng.

Su Yu was also an S-Grade Talent awakener, and his family, the Su family, like the Bai family, was supported by the Eight Great Families of the Alliance.

At this moment, he intended to snatch the boss in front of everyone, to let the world know.

Although his awakened Talent was only S-Grade, Talent did not represent everything.

Looking at the boss within arm’s reach.

A flicker of fervor flashed in Su Yu’s eyes.

As long as he killed the boss, this battle would surely make him famous, and everyone else would only be stepping stones for his fame.

However, just as Su Yu’s attack was about to hit the boss.

To everyone’s surprise, a holy light appeared above the boss’s head at some unknown moment.

Immediately after, under everyone’s unexpected gaze.

The holy light instantly merged into the Calamity Herald’s body.

The next instant, the Calamity Herald let out an earth-shattering wail, and in the blink of an eye, it lost all signs of life.

And Su Yu’s full-power attack completely missed.

This sudden turn of events left everyone stunned.

Su Yu, even more enraged, turned his head.

“Who was that!? How dare you sneak attack?”

However, just as everyone turned their heads.

They saw Bai Xiaoxiao not far away, gently lowering her staff.

And the holy light on her body was still faintly visible.

“Su Yu, it was a battle of individual capabilities. How can you call it a sneak attack?”

Listening to Bai Xiaoxiao’s calm voice.

Everyone was startled.

Only then did they realize.

The one who delivered the final blow to the boss was actually Bai Xiaoxiao, whom they had all ignored.

It wasn’t that these people looked down on Bai Xiaoxiao.

She was an SSS-Grade Talent awakener; no one would underestimate her.

It was just that from the beginning, Bai Xiaoxiao’s displayed abilities were all for support.

No one had expected that the one to deliver the final blow to the boss would actually be a support Professional.

It was no wonder everyone was greatly surprised.

“Aren’t you a support Professional?”

Hearing Su Yu’s startled and questioning voice.

Bai Xiaoxiao said with a calm expression and extraordinary aura.

“I never said I was a support.”

This… everyone fell silent.

At the same time, many people’s hearts were churning with shock.

Bai Xiaoxiao’s final blow was too unexpected.

At the same time, it was quite stunning.

At this moment, no one dared to ignore this woman who had awakened an SSS-Grade Talent again.

Even Wang Cheng, who had chosen to cooperate with Bai Xiaoxiao from the start.

At this moment, he also regarded Bai Xiaoxiao as his most threatening competitor.

And at this time, the members of the three major legions watching from the outskirts of the Secluded Pool, as well as many curious onlookers who had rushed over after hearing the news.

Were also completely shocked by Bai Xiaoxiao’s stunning final blow.

“Oh my god! As expected of an SSS-Grade awakener, she’s too amazing.”

“Not only is her combat power formidable, but her mind is also extremely clever. Bai Xiaoxiao’s future achievements are absolutely immeasurable.”

“With such a genius in the Bai family, they will definitely be able to advance to a first-rate power in five years.”

“This time, Bai Xiaoxiao has single-handedly suppressed all the other prodigies. She’s simply too cool; I’ve started to idolize her.”

“It looks like this year’s Rookie King definitely belongs to Bai Xiaoxiao. I will not accept any refutation.”

“I also support your view!”

...The heated discussions from the periphery gradually reached Bai Xiaoxiao’s ears.

Listening to the words of praise from the crowd.

Although her expression remained calm and composed on the surface.

In reality, her heart was filled with extreme joy.

This time, she could finally make a name for herself.

The first step of her plan was successful.

However, just then.

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[Ding! World Announcement: Player “Night Shadow” has reached Level 50 first! The Path of Exile will soon open.]

[Ding! World Announcement: Player “Night Shadow” has reached Level 50 first! The Path of Exile will soon open.]

[Ding! World Announcement: Player “Night Shadow” has reached Level 50 first! The Path of Exile will soon open.]

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