Haixin City

[Scroll of Revelation] (SS-grade)

Introduction: A divine revelation bestowed from the heavens, endowing its possessor with uniqueness beyond compare.

Effect: Allows the participation of an additional combat companion.

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"..."

Upon gazing at the concise introduction and effect of the scroll, Jiang Han found himself momentarily speechless. The Light Insight had allowed him to disregard prerequisites for learning light-element skills, essentially transforming him into a priest. Now, the Scroll of Revelation granted him the additional privilege of an extra combat companion, akin to appropriating a portion of the summoner's prerogative.

"This should not be merely SS-grade; it verges on the SSS-grade. The incongruity in its tier is purely an instance of the system's blindness!" Jiang Han, a nationally renowned level-one gaming experience tester, thus assessed.

Though he shed tears and felt immense reluctance when the Azure Water Fish was taken from him, the sacrifice of the fish was undeniably worthwhile.

These extraordinary scrolls, granting additional privileges, were comparable to the cheats within cheats.

The only regrettable aspect presently was the absence of a pet...

However, this was inconsequential. Sustaining the current momentum, completing the mainline mission, he believed that mythical beasts like the Qilin and dragons would eventually become attainable.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Do you wish to use the SS-grade item [Scroll of Revelation]?

"Yes!"

Jiang Han promptly agreed.

Without immediate utilization, was he to wait for that foolish dog to come and snatch it away?

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You have used the item [Scroll of Revelation] (SS-grade), allowing an additional combat companion!

Subsequently, Jiang Han shifted his focus to a skill book. As an S-grade skill book and a prized possession of Wang Cai, its potency should be remarkable—

[Light Blessing] (S-grade)

Introduction: Dawn symbolizes hope, and the blessing of dawn is akin to approaching hope, conveying hope.

Effect: Bestows a 20% all-attribute bonus to a single target and instantly restores 20% of their health. Subsequently, it provides health regeneration equivalent to 500% of the caster's attack value per second, lasting for five seconds.

Cooldown: 24 hours

Class Requirement: Holy Priest, Radiant Priest

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An exceptionally outstanding priest skill, offering substantial all-attribute bonuses and instant health regeneration, not to be underestimated. As for the class requirement, it is nonexistent.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Do you wish to learn the S-grade skill [Light Blessing]?

"Yes!"

Jiang Han couldn't help but marvel at the aptness of Wang Cai's name; indeed, it was a miraculous little dog that brought luck.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You have learned the skill [Light Blessing]!

As Jiang Han sorted through his spoils, Sheryl, riding a Pegasus, had already taken him to another location within the Romantic District, entering a desolate Gobi desert.

The sun hung high in the sky, the Pegasus gracefully traversed the clouds, and the scenery below continually changed.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Please note that you have entered the Merai Region, within the territory of another nation. Death penalties are doubled!

"Would you like to directly seek the fortune teller or first rest in my city, the Seaheart City?" Sheryl inquired.

After pondering for a moment, Jiang Han replied, "Why not pay a visit to your esteemed Seaheart City first?"

Casually wandering around within the Merai Region's influence, he genuinely feared running into trouble. While players were relatively safe, the issue lay with his still-active bounty. The bounty's value was sufficient to instigate NPC hostility, especially if he encountered high-tier NPCs. Escaping such situations would prove challenging.

"Hahaha..."

Sheryl laughed heartily, "Good! I'll take you to see the Seaheart City, my lord!"

Moments later, at the end of their vision, a majestic city sprawled across the land. The city occupied a vast area, with towering walls emitting a faint blue glow, suggesting the materials used in its construction were far from ordinary.

A gentle breeze brushed past, and as Jiang Han gazed into the distance, he could discern a cerulean ocean behind the city. Tides surged, sunlight danced on the sea's surface, and radiant brilliance reflected off the waves.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You have entered the map [Seaheart City] (Level One Main City)!

[Seaheart City] (Level One Main City)

Introduction: One of the main cities in the Merai Region, standing by the seaside, boasting beautiful scenery. Unfortunately, it has been captured by the undead swordsman, Sheryl, a top-tier immortal, falling under the influence of the Dark Faction.

Riding the Pegasus through the city walls and bustling streets, Sheryl, with Jiang Han in tow, descended directly into the city lord's mansion.

"Tat tat!"

The Pegasus landed gracefully, the two dismounted, and Sheryl cancelled the riding status.

"Your mentor truly manages Seaheart City meticulously," Jiang Han remarked.

As they traversed the streets earlier, he observed a continuous flow of pedestrians, lively and bustling. It seemed that changing factions did not obstruct their daily activities.

Daniel's management of the Gloomy City had barely any living inhabitants. Sneaking into the Fallen Fortress, where undead and evil spirits predominated, was also a mostly silent affair.

Not to mention the Shadowmist City.

Only Fich, originally aligned with the Light Faction, changed sides merely to oppose the Radiant Church and save his sister. This decision did not affect the residents of the Heavenly Sea Town and could be understood.

"Those who belong to a particular faction hardly have any choice," Sheryl shook his head. "No need to disrupt their lives. The Dark Faction's goal is not the destruction of the world or the massacre of humans. Instead, it is to overthrow the Light Faction. Of course, there are cruel methods employed by powerful individuals who engage in city slaughters..."

"Do you think we can succeed?" Jiang Han inquired curiously.

"...Difficult!"

Sheryl hesitated for a moment before saying, "The power of the Demon God is indeed formidable, but the Light Faction also has top-tier experts to counter it. The reason the Dark Faction currently dominates, conquering cities left and right, is due to the Light Faction's adeptness at internal strife, political scheming, and even the establishment of national borders, resulting in minimal interaction."

Jiang Han nodded, "Alright."

He wouldn't be disheartened by his mentor's words. Difficult did not mean without a chance of success; it was merely a judgment based on the current situation.

If he could successfully convince the Dragon Domain to join the Dark Faction this time, his chances of victory would significantly increase.

"What's your plan next?" Sheryl asked.

"Go see the fortune teller and find the reclusive Dwarven race before that," Jiang Han replied. "Before that, mentor, I hope you can equip this..."

He took out the Bond Bracelet and presented it to Sheryl.

Unlike the previous time, this time, he handed over the Bond Bracelet that had exhausted its uses to his mentor. Through the Bond Bracelet, he could perform transfers, exchanges, and other maneuvers, providing an additional guarantee for his actions in the Merai Region.

"

Good!"

Sheryl accepted the Bond Bracelet and put it on without any hesitation.

Just a small effort; he had no reason to refuse.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: The system has automatically determined that you have joined [Seaheart City]!

The next second, the system alert sounded.

Jiang Han: "..."

Joined Seaheart City?

Big trouble!

This was a Level One Main City, and its defending forces were entirely different from those of the Gloomy City. Once a siege occurred, super-powered individuals from both sides would undoubtedly appear.

"No worries."

Sheryl, who received the same information, shook his head and smiled, reminding, "As the city lord, I have the authority to expel you."

Expel!

The significance of these two words required no further explanation.

"Thank you, mentor," Jiang Han expressed his gratitude with a fist salute.

The "city defense activity" of a Level One Main City undoubtedly had an off-the-charts difficulty level. He might not even be able to kill ordinary foot soldiers, so it was better to avoid participation.

However, before he could relax his vigilance, another system alert abruptly rang out, providing no opportunity for a response—

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Players in the Merai Region, be aware that the Eastern Region player [Harbinger·One Jiang Han Shui] (Spirit-level) has trespassed the national border, entered the Merai Region's territory, and joined the Level One Main City, Seaheart City. Killing this player will yield the following rewards: Level +5, 100 free attribute points, and one primary national artifact!

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Players in the Merai Region, be aware that the Eastern Region player [Harbinger·One Jiang Han Shui] (Spirit-level) has trespassed the national border, entered the Merai Region's territory, and joined the Level One Main City, Seaheart City. Killing this player will yield the following rewards: Level +5, 100 free attribute points, and one primary national artifact!