Worldwide Class Change: An Invincible Swordsman

「The next morning.」

Jiang Chen had rested well, washed up, and headed out, ready to raid the dungeon again. The cooldown for the King's Crown Copy was 24 hours. Only after a full day could he re-enter it.

Many people nearby were awaiting their turn to raid dungeons. These people were all hoping for a stroke of luck, taking on the simpler dungeons. It felt like buying a lottery ticket: what if they struck it rich? Then they would have no worries about food and drink.

Just as Jiang Chen was about to enter, a flash of white light appeared, and about a dozen people emerged. Jiang Chen stopped in his tracks. He could distinctly feel their heart rates accelerating.

A fast heartbeat... could it be that they had hit the jackpot and obtained some equipment?

This was the King's Crown Copy, where the equipment was Diamond-grade. These people could not hide their excitement and hurriedly left with their loot.

Jiang Chen observed the crowd around him. Two people followed the group that left; they had clearly been marked by others.

Jiang Chen chuckled. It looks like a battle for the looted equipment is brewing, he thought. He also left, following them. How could I miss out on a fight for equipment?

There were even some who specifically targeted players with good equipment, teaming up to kill them and steal their gear to sell for money. Capitalism, it seemed, existed even in Different Worlds.

The dozen or so players moved beyond the altar.

"Incredible! After a hundred tries, we finally got the drop—the King's Battle Robe, a Diamond-grade armor!"

"Though it's not Heavy Armor Equipment, it's still worth tens of millions."

"Keep your voice down," one whispered. "There are people around. Don't attract attention."

"Let's hurry back. As soon as we get to Zekeliya Swamp Town, we'll be safe."

"Let's get out of here quickly."

Overhearing their conversation, Jiang Chen's heart leaped. The King's Battle Robe! That's exactly the item I need! These people are extremely lucky to have gotten the King's Battle Robe. It's like winning the lottery!

Just as the group was reveling in their joy, SHHK! A line of blood appeared on the throat of their leader, and blood spurted out as he collapsed to the ground. The faces of the others went pale; they realized they had been targeted by an assassin using a Stealth skill for a surprise attack.

After the leader died, the contents of his Space exploded outward, and all his belongings fell to the ground. Among them, a piece of cyan equipment glowed: the King's Battle Robe.

Jiang Chen used Flash in the Void, instantly teleporting beside the equipment. He grabbed it and then vanished with another Flash in the Void.

The two assassins were furious. They had killed the leading Hero for the equipment, only to have someone else snatch it first.

"It's them, the Black Stone Guild!"

"The Black Stone Guild are such scoundrels, stealing our loot!"

"Damn it, we'll fight them!"

"Are you looking to die? They are First-stage class experts from the Black Stone Guild, assassins! We need to run for our lives immediately!"

Jiang Chen quickly disappeared with another Flash in the Void, looking at the equipment in his hand.

[King's Battle Robe (Diamond)]

[Level: 30]

[Can be worn by Magicians, Archers, Swordsmen]

[Physical Defense Power: 90-110]

[Magical Defense Power: 90-110]

[Constitution +20]

[Spirit +20]

[One of the King's Battle Robe Set: Collect all six pieces to activate the following abilities.]

[Physical Defense Power +170] [Magical Defense Power +170] [Physical Attack Power +170] [Magic Attack Power +170] [Constitution +100] [Strength +100] [Spirit +100] [Agility +50]

[Passive Skill: When releasing skills, Magic damage increases by 10%, Physical damage increases by 10%]

Jiang Chen looked at the Passive Skill. This skill increases Physical damage by 10%. If my talent amplified it a hundred times, wouldn't that be 1000%? That's a direct increase of one hundredfold! An original 10,000 points of damage, with that hundredfold amplification, wouldn't that become 100,000 points of damage? Damn it... Who could withstand a strike dealing 100,000 damage? That would instantaneously eradicate heaven, earth, and even the air...

Jiang Chen took a sharp breath. This equipment must be collected! With it, I could probably skip Level 40 gear, advance straight to Level 50, unlock the First-stage class, and enter the Underworld to level up!

"Friend, that's a bit too much. That equipment was our catch. Give it back to us, and all will be well," an assassin called out.

Jiang Chen glanced at the figure opposite him, knowing the assassins had caught up. This assassin's speed is decent; he could keep up with my pace, Jiang Chen noted.

Jiang Chen chuckled. "This is equipment I picked up. Since when did it become yours?"

"I'm from the Black Stone Guild. Who are you?"

"I've wiped out the Black Tiger Guild. Do you think I'd be afraid of someone from the Black Stone Guild?"

Upon hearing this, the assassin's face turned pale. "Sorry for the disturbance."

WHOOSH...

The assassin vanished.

「...」

The assassin sighed in relief when he realized Jiang Chen wasn't following. Damn it, how did I run into such a strong player? he thought.

"So, did you find the person who took it?" his partner asked.

"I found him, but the equipment was in his hands. I didn't get it back."

"What's the matter with you? We finally snatched a piece of Diamond equipment, and you just gave up like that?"

"Nonsense! Don't you think I know that? Do you know who that was? It was the powerhouse who wiped out the Black Tiger Guild—that Demon!"

The other assassin took a sharp breath. How could it be him?

「...」

Jiang Chen returned to the vicinity of King's Altar, ready to enter, level up, and get equipment. After a while, when the refresh time arrived, Jiang Chen chose Hell-level difficulty without hesitation.

「An hour later...」

Jiang Chen came out looking downcast. Damn it! What a stingy bastard! Just materials and more materials. This drop rate is really off; others get equipment even from simple instances. Next time, I'll try a simple mission, he grumbled.

Jiang Chen went out to slay monsters to increase his level. Coincidentally, he ran into Black Phoenix and Ruo Li again. Black Phoenix was still hacking at monsters, with Ruo Li standing by, occasionally replenishing buffs, looking relaxed and at ease, even munching on sunflower seeds.

Being a Priest is great, following behind a Warrior's rear, not having to fight monsters, just stacking buffs. The feeling is too fantastic, although Priests don't have many Offensive Skills. Of course, Priests don't really need them, he mused.

Ruo Li glanced at Jiang Chen and smiled. "Well, if it isn't my dear Junior Brother! We meet again."

Jiang Chen smiled. This Senior Sister...

He walked up to Ruo Li. Why bother leveling up? Chatting is much more interesting than leveling up, he thought.

"Did you run the Hell-level Instance again today?" Ruo Li asked.

"Yeah, I've already cleared it," Jiang Chen replied.

"What time did you get up? You've cleared it this early already?"

"I got up at nine."

(Yesterday, Jiang Chen had started the Hell-level Instance at 10 o'clock and had timed his exit perfectly to match the refresh.)

"It's only been an hour, and you've already cleared it? How did you do it so quickly? Teach your Senior Sister."

"I just rushed in, hacked away randomly, and the monsters died."

Ruo Li gave a helpless shrug. She rolled her eyes. "You're not being honest. By the way, I want to ask you something."

"Go ahead."

"When you first clear a Hell-level difficulty instance, there's a chance of equipment dropping. Was there any Heavy Armor Equipment?"

Jiang Chen glanced at Black Phoenix, who paused noticeably in his attacks.

Jiang Chen chuckled. "Even if there was, you couldn't wear it."

"So there is?" Ruo Li pressed.

Jiang Chen chose to remain silent outwardly. It wasn't just one piece, but two: the King's Crown Heavy Armor Clothes and the King's Crown Great Sword. The Heavy Armor Clothes are part of a Heavy Armor Set, while the greatsword isn't. Even so, it's still Diamond-grade weapon equipment, he thought.

Ruo Li smirked. "Good little brother, how about doing your Senior Sister a favor? Sell me the Heavy Armor Set. Name your price, and your Senior Sister won't haggle."

Jiang Chen teased, "Tell me, why would a Priest like you wear Heavy Armor? Are you planning to fight monsters in it?"

Ruo Li chuckled. "Oh, *I* wouldn't wear Heavy Armor. It's for a certain someone who's too shy to ask you, so his Senior Sister had to step in. You know I'm thick-skinned."

"That tender face of yours, where could it possibly be thick? Let me pinch it." Jiang Chen was about to reach out, but Ruo Li dodged with a swift move.

Ruo Li rolled her eyes. "Aiyo... Little Junior Brother, your mouth is so sweet! I wonder how many girls you've charmed! Your Senior Sister is afraid she won't be able to resist you much longer!"

After speaking, Ruo Li casually cast a buff on Black Phoenix.

Do you two really need to flirt right now? Can't you see I'm busy killing monsters here?! Black Phoenix fumed, so frustrated he could almost spit blood.