Hei Zi and Jimo Ruxue were astonished. Shi Feng simply nodded.
«Brother Feng, your leveling speed is incredible.»
«The highest level I’d seen before was only 9. Right now, there probably isn’t a single player in the entire White River City region who has reached level 10. There’s no news on the official website about anyone reaching level 10 and entering the city, so it’s clear that no player has reached level 10 yet. Brother Feng, you’re already level 10. That definitely makes you the number one player in the Star Moon Kingdom.»
Hei Zi was extremely excited. Only advanced players knew how difficult it was to go from level 8 to 9, let alone from 9 to 10. The difference in EXP required was at least several times. Shi Feng’s level was now far ahead.
If the people of the Martial Alliance found out, they would probably be kicking themselves now.
Anyone who played games knew that the first step keeps you ahead. A small gap in the early stages would only widen later. As long as he continued to expand his advantage, the Martial Alliance would soon tremble, or even fear.
Meanwhile, Jimo Ruxue stood dumbfounded, not knowing what to say.
He had been worried that constantly struggling against the Martial Alliance wasn’t a solution. But now, seeing that Shi Feng had reached level 10 and had even brought out a pile of Mythril‑rank equipment, he was filled with confidence. If they continued like this, they would eventually trample the Martial Alliance underfoot and become one of the overlords of White River City.
«Alright, switch your equipment quickly. We’re going leveling.» Shi Feng smiled helplessly at the excited expressions of Hei Zi and Jimo Ruxue.
He had been busy before and hadn’t had time to look after his team. Now, since there was still plenty of time before the trade in Blackwing City, he could take Hei Zi and the others along.
In the future, he definitely intended to found a guild. But forming a guild required a core skeleton; otherwise, it would descend into chaos. The current team members were the future core skeleton. So from now on, Shi Feng decided to focus on improving the overall strength of the team. If all members could reach level 10 a bit earlier and enter White River City, it would be a huge help.
Hei Zi and Jimo Ruxue exchanged a smile and equipped their new gear.
Previously, they had been wearing a mix of level 5 and 6 Bronze equipment and Iron equipment. Now, most of their gear was level 8 Iron‑rank mixed with level 8 Mythril‑rank. Their strength had increased by a large margin. If they were to face the Martial Alliance again, they definitely wouldn’t be as miserable.
«Brother Feng, if we level up here, what about Ke Le and the others? They said they’re being constantly watched. Even going to the wild to level is dangerous.» Hei Zi asked with concern.
«Don’t worry, I’ve already given them a more meaningful task in the town. After the Martial Alliance leaves Windstorm Canyon, I’ll have them join us here to level. When that time comes, you’ll likely be in for a shock.» Shi Feng said with a smile.
Hei Zi and Jimo Ruxue looked at Shi Feng’s mysterious smile, their curiosity piqued about what task he had given Ke Le and the others that would shock them.
«Alright, let’s go level up.»
Shi Feng smiled without speaking. In truth, the Martial Alliance’s surveillance of Ke Le and the others wasn’t entirely a bad thing. He hadn’t had the time to have them do this earlier, and now that they couldn’t go out to level anyway, it was the perfect chance to try. If Ke Le and the others could succeed, then his plan would be much easier and more confident.
The Silent Swamp was a monster area for levels 15 to 20. The periphery was level 15, the inner area levels 16 to 18, and only the core region produced level 20 monsters.
Shi Feng had the Abyssal, which reduced level suppression by 5 levels, so the periphery was just right.
«Let’s go take a look over there.»
Shi Feng looked at the system map and pointed at a black pool of water bubbling in the distance.