God-level Hero

Chapter 1222 - 1135: Traversing the Mushroom Forest

As soon as Da Fei and Li Yinzhu’s team entered the underground scene, they were immediately engulfed in the Poison Robe Domain, with various negative states like poisoning, stamina reduction, disease slowing spread across the entire army.

The sudden blow made Li Yinzhu scream on the spot, while Da Fei quickly recovered from his brief shock, thinking, "There’s no need to panic, there’s no pressure at all."

Da Fei’s S-level accessory Nash’s Tooth absorbs 1 point of poison disease plague damage every second, restoring 1 point of life physical strength every 10 seconds. S-level ring Six-headed Snake Ring restores +1 life to the whole army every second. Divine Artifact Earth Dragon Boots restore 10% life physical strength every 10 seconds, plus the Divine Artifact accessory Mountain Giant’s Heart obtained not long ago restores 1% life to the whole army every 5 seconds.

Additionally, the three disease resistance achievements Da Fei obtained on the competition field, namely "Plague Antibody," "Insect Swarm Plague Antibody," and "Corpse Poison Plague Antibody," have minimized the impact of the diseases. In reality, these various effects are far less powerful than the "Suffocation" effect in the Sulfur Storm.

But clearly, Li Yinzhu couldn’t be as overpowered as Da Fei, facing such a predicament, Li Yinzhu frowned and said, "Oppa, this should be a test scene. The Sate Demon won’t directly fight against intruders but will first consume the intruders’ strength through this Mushroom Forest, so we must pass through this forest as quickly as possible."

Da Fei nodded, "Makes sense, let’s set off quickly then!"

So, the two led their troops into an endless dark Mushroom Forest. Looking up at the sky, it was indeed a large wooden ceiling covered with small mushrooms, clearly indicating that Da Fei’s current scene is within the rotting gigantic tree roots. And there are no red dots on the radar at all.

It seems Li Yinzhu is indeed a highly skilled player, able to grasp the basic gameplay of a scene just by taking a glance.

Li Yinzhu commanded the Druid Army to heal in batches while continuing to chat jovially, "Oppa, doesn’t this place look like Alice in Wonderland?"

Da Fei sighed, "I hope not, the monsters there are very strong!" At that moment, Da Fei suddenly remembered the Poker King, Chess Queen, and Wrestling Bear he left in the Nightmare Space.

Li Yinzhu laughed, "Don’t worry, no matter how strong the monsters are, they’re not meant for us players to deal with. Our task is ultimately reconnaissance, supporting our NPC troops."

Da Fei shook his head with a bitter smile, "That’s true." Da Fei initially thought this task was for players to complete, but now it’s clear it’s just support, which is a bit disappointing. But it’s also good, as it’s just scouting and it’s easy to complete.

Li Yinzhu’s eyes twinkled, "But, Oppa is capable of slaying gods. If it’s you, Oppa, maybe you don’t need the power of the NPCs to destroy them alone."

Da Fei laughed, "Oppa only slays gods by leveraging the strength of NPC powerhouses. Oppa is just a supporting role. Besides, Oppa was on a ship back then, but now there’s nothing."

Li Yinzhu nodded, "If even Oppa can’t do it, then we players really can only provide backup."

Da Fei couldn’t help but laugh, "As a Korean, how do you express ’provide backup’ in Korean?"

Li Yinzhu laughed, "I’m destined to develop in China, so I naturally have to master some Chinese and Chinese internet slang."

Da Fei was surprised, "Develop in China?"

Li Yinzhu nodded firmly, "Of course, whether it’s in the entertainment circle or the e-sports circle in South Korea, only those recognized by the China market are truly top-tier stars. Otherwise, they’re second or third-tier and will soon be eliminated. So it may seem like Chinese fans are worshiping and following our Korean stars, but in reality, our Korean stars are catering to Chinese fans. Those who can’t do this will be eliminated."

Da Fei was suddenly stunned! He had chatted and laughed with the girl about many things, but on this particular topic, she appeared unexpectedly mature.

Just then, Li Yinzhu laughed, "When I develop in China in the future, Oppa must support me!"

Apu! As long as you hand over that Divine Artifact Flower Wreath, I’ll support you! Da Fei burst out laughing, "Ah, definitely, definitely!"

Li Yinzhu laughed, "Then I’ll introduce some beautiful female stars from our entertainment circle to you, many long-legged beauties. If Oppa likes them, I can introduce you to them and you can get to know them!"

Oh my, seducing me! You’re really something! Da Fei laughed, "They’re in the entertainment circle, and you’re in the e-sports circle, are you familiar with them?"

Li Yinzhu chuckled, "Why else would I be selected as the ’Star of Tomorrow’ among so many teenage girls all on my own?"

It’s South Korea’s natural Baik Quanmei! Da Fei immediately gave a thumbs up and praised, "Of course it’s because Yinzhu is the most talented and hardworking!"

Li Yinzhu laughed heartily, "Oppa knows how to talk!"

...

While Da Fei and Li Yinzhu were scouting ahead in the forest, Mars People Tommy’s troops appeared as well. Tommy’s troops were all level 5 Unicorns. With an Anti-Magic Barrier and excellent attributes in attack, blood defense, and speed, Unicorns are known as the "Doomsday Showdown" troops and are the most likely to survive until the end on the battlefield.

Of course, it’s not that Unicorns have better survival abilities than 6 or 7 level Tree Spirit Jade Dragons, but rather the 6 or 7 level units pose too much of a threat and are usually prioritized by enemies to be eliminated in the early rounds. By the time it drags to the endgame, the enemy no longer has the strength to eliminate the Unicorns.

In the end, this is the value of the middle forces. Not only for the Unicorn, but it’s the same for other races’ armies; neither the weakest cannon fodder nor the strongest level 7 troops can reflect a race’s power—the middle forces of levels 4 and 5 are the true king’s path.

And this time, Tommy can be said to be making his last-ditch effort, as the severe punishment for consecutive PKs in the National War Zone has left him without much reputation to pay for the cost of his red name. Feeling the power of the Poison Spore Domain, Tommy is even more thankful he chose the right troop type and is more confident in taking down Da Fei.

Well, there’s nothing more to say now; follow Da Fei. Then eliminate him from behind when he’s fiercely battling the boss!

...

Now, Da Fei and Li Yinzhu have been unknowingly walking for five minutes, chatting about celebrities, when suddenly the spore fog in the Mushroom Forest ahead becomes noticeably thicker, and the radar shows a scene of red clouds.

Da Fei’s heart skipped a beat: "Have we finally encountered an enemy?"

Li Yinzhu frowned and said, "Oppa, it seems like we’ve encountered the most troublesome insect swarm! Plus, the poison in this fog must be stronger, putting significant pressure on our healing efforts. Isn’t this difficulty level a bit too high now?"

Insect swarm? For Da Fei, who possesses the Divine Artifact Flame Shield with 3 points of flame refraction, there’s no need to worry about damage from such small-sized troops, but in a team, Da Fei’s attributes can’t apply to Li Yinzhu. It’s really frustrating. But now that he’s gotten so familiar with the young lady, it wouldn’t do the image of a Chinese man any good to suddenly say he can’t carry her. Unless—but Da Fei really finds it hard to say!

Da Fei sighed and said, "My troops should withstand the insect swarm without a problem, and the increased toxicity shouldn’t be an issue either—the key is—"

Li Yinzhu clapped her hands and laughed, "Indeed, Oppa, then I’ll just transfer all my troops to Oppa! I should be able to heal myself without a problem."

Indeed, this is what Da Fei found hard to say! But the young lady was smart enough to say it ahead of time!

Da Fei couldn’t help but express his admiration: "This really is the best solution, then Oppa won’t be overly pretentious. Do you know what ’pretentious’ means in Chinese?"

Li Yinzhu laughed and replied, "Pretentious means fake politeness! I understand!"

Da Fei nodded: "Alright, let’s get started then. Oppa will heal you. But without troops, you’ll be just a Commander, so be careful."

Li Yinzhu laughed and said, "Of course!"

After the troop transfer, Da Fei led Li Yinzhu into the fog, where countless fist-sized moths flew directly at them! Then a system prompt sounded with a clang:

——System Prompt: You have collected damage data from the Poison Robe Domain and achieved partial progress in the reconnaissance mission.

——System Prompt: You have entered the Intermediate Poison Robe Domain, and you and your troops will receive higher toxin damage and disease degeneration effects!

Li Yinzhu exclaimed, "I wonder what the advanced level will be like?"

But Da Fei didn’t have time to answer; countless moths engulfed Da Fei’s army, then erupted into fragmented sparks like mosquitoes hitting an electric grid. Instantly, it seemed like Da Fei’s entire army was burning in flames, with a continuous roar like fireworks exploding throughout the Mushroom Forest!

This is the power of the Divine Artifact Flame Shield, protecting against intruders! Their journey through was a dazzling display of sparks and lightning, exceeding Li Yinzhu’s expectations, leaving even the coach behind her stunned!

With so many troops reflecting damage onto the moths ahead, there were barely any left to reach Li Yinzhu, making this intermediate domain no threat at all. Nonetheless, the effects of the disease still slowed Li Yinzhu down, rendering this "mosquito-driving trip" exceptionally prolonged. After about eight to nine minutes, Da Fei vaguely saw the outline of tall city walls and towers ahead in the mist.

Da Fei’s eyebrows twitched: "Did you see that, Yinzhu? We’re approaching the enemy’s fortress!"

Meanwhile, although Li Yinzhu was at full health, her stamina was lacking due to the disease’s burden, making talking a struggle: "Oppa, the area ahead is surely an advanced domain, where the Sate Demon will definitely rely on this environment to battle us. In this state, I’m really sorry for being useless at the critical moment and becoming a burden to Oppa."

Da Fei laughed and replied, "No worries, with Oppa around, Oppa will carry you flying!"

Li Yinzhu laughed and sighed, "Oppa is truly amazing! I fear that none of our professional experts in South Korea would last long in this environment."

Nothing beats the praise of a goddess acknowledging Oppa’s endurance, Da Fei couldn’t help but chuckle: "What did you expect, Oppa is the world’s number one, this is raw power!"

Amidst the joking, Da Fei’s radar showed a cloud of black ahead, and a system prompt chimed:

——System Prompt: Your Dark Spirit Technique detects a large presence of Dark Natural Power ahead, do you wish to use it to approach and absorb?

Da Fei’s heart trembled immensely! Large presence of Dark Natural Power, is this the advanced domain? (To be continued. If you enjoyed this work, please visit qidian.com to cast recommendation votes, monthly votes; your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)