Scourge Messenger

Chapter 366 Rage and Fury, Calamity Falls from the Sky
The Martial Arts Messenger possesses a permanent career attribute!

Even in the posts about strength, this is the top choice for job change. Although it is possible to become a Martial Messenger after advancing from Sword Messenger, Yan Qing vaguely remembered that the probability was not high. He did not expect that he would draw it on his first time as a player, and it was the default first job that he could directly change to!

But amidst his excitement, Yan Qing quickly realized a huge problem: where would he get master-level skills? In a game, buying master manuals isn't difficult; you can always buy them with real money (RMB). But in reality, even if Yan Qing wanted to buy them, he might not be able to—master manuals only drop in dungeons of level 5 or higher, and the drop rate is low!

In other words, if Yan Qing wanted to buy it, he would have to offer at least fifth-tier resources; otherwise, whether he was a student or a Foundation Establishment messenger, he wouldn't sell it cheaply. The only resources he could offer right now were the Heavenly Gang and Earthly Fiends, but if he tried to trade them, he'd probably be ripped off, because in reality, messengers' thirst for master-level manuals was significantly higher than in the game.

In The Messenger, players don't need to buy arcane manuals to acquire master-level skills. The game, which has been running for so many years, already has various easy guides. As long as you're willing to leave it running, getting master-level skills is just a matter of time. The reason players buy arcane beginner books and advanced manuals to level up is simply because these manuals are inexpensive and plentiful. For skills like master-level skills, which cost a lot of money, players would rather leave them running during their spare time at work or while sleeping.

More importantly, the "Martial Arts Mastery" feature clearly allows players to learn master skills on their own. With a full 20% probability bonus, Yan Qing felt he could give it a try, since he didn't have any Foundation Establishment Pills and wasn't in a hurry to reach the maximum level.

After so many days without any progress, Yan Qing began to ponder whether this 20% extra probability was (his probability of comprehension + 20%) or (his probability of comprehension) * (1 + 20%). If it was the latter, he probably had no hope in this lifetime.

Yan Qing had almost forgotten about this third-tier profession, but unexpectedly, things took a turn for the better. Under extreme pressure, he finally comprehended the technique for the first time... Yes, this guy, who had been fed books to learn everything from the basics to advanced techniques and secret arts, actually comprehended a master-level skill on his own. This was something even the Pharmacist couldn't do, which shows how miraculous the legendary characteristic "Martial Peak" is. Although it cannot increase combat power, its development potential is in no way inferior to the "Wrath of Asura" of the Killing Messenger.

Basic swordsmanship, advanced swordsmanship, basic footwork, advanced footwork, basic swordsmanship, advanced swordsmanship, secret technique: left curve and right return, secret technique: Naraku curse... Not just swordsmanship, Yan Qing used all the skills he had learned, refining and perfecting them. His movements were unrestrained and free, gradually forming a unique combat framework from the chaos. Although it was immature, it perfectly suited his style.

The mastery of swordsmanship, even for someone just beginning to grasp its essence, was enough to fill Yan Qing with immense joy. Before this, he was merely an amateur who wielded his sword instinctively, but from this moment on, he truly stepped into the highest hall of skill, transcending the limitations of the system's abilities.

Yan Qing did not level up, but his strength and speed steadily increased.

The master's level increases not only in skill, but also in control of the body. Limits are gradually unlocked, and the limits are gradually raised. He has not yet fully explored the potential of his body!

"The master's knife skills are exquisite and breathtaking. It is my honor to witness such a masterpiece."

This was the first and last time Ying Su spoke to Yan Qing.

"But the ability to break through in the heat of battle is not enough to change the balance of victory or defeat."

Ying Su let out a long roar and fired five afterimages with a single spear thrust. Each strike was powerful and heavy, covering all of Yan Qing's vital points!
With the power of [Unity of the Hearts] dissipating slightly, Ying Su's combat strength has once again swelled to a level he could not have imagined! Just now, he could barely control his body, but now he can perfectly unleash all the skills he has learned in his life!
Secret Technique: Phoenix Five Nods!
The defensive barrier shattered instantly. No matter how exquisite Yan Qing's swordsmanship was, it was impossible to block all the spear shadows! He flew out like a kite with a broken string until he crashed into the ruins of the house before stopping. The power of the pseudo-Foundation Establishment was splashed onto him without any resistance. It was as if he had been hit by a five-hit combo of battering rams. He couldn't even stand up. He was buried deep in the ruins of the house, coughing and spitting out a mouthful of blood.

You should untie the bandages and get off him.

Although she hasn't fully recovered, she already has some mobility. Even during the most dangerous moment, Yan Qing held Ying Rushi in his arms, protecting her from any harm, and she safely passed through her weakest period.

“You’ve done very well,” Ying Rushi gently wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth. “Leave the rest to me.”

"Don't be sad. Rather than becoming a tyrant who can't live without hurting people, I'd rather use this life on you and Hui. I have no regrets about being able to walk this last part of the road with you."

Ying Rushi squatted down and hugged Yan Qing, but her heart was very calm.

She didn't know what would happen if she continued to use the [Eye of the Mortal World] frequently, but she figured it wouldn't be anything good. She had had this premonition for a long time; the more she indulged in the [Eye of the Mortal World], the further she drifted away from herself. Although frequent use of the [Eye of the Mortal World] had previously caused stinging and dizziness, she now felt no discomfort whatsoever. In fact, the more she used it, the more smoothly it worked, as easily as eating and drinking, as if she had been born with this supernatural power.

But this was not good news. Compared to herself a few days ago, the only change in Ying Ru was that she was becoming increasingly affected by hallucinations. She remembered that spiders inject paralyzing venom when they kill their prey. The prey would initially feel pain, which was a distress signal from its body, but the prey would soon feel comfortable and would not struggle even if its internal organs were sucked out by the spider... The Ying family royals who possessed the [Red Dust Eye] were both spiders and prey.

From the day they awakened their supernatural powers, they were already trapped in a net from which they could not escape.

If she continues to recklessly squander the power of her divine bloodline, she might never wake up again, and even if she did open her eyes, she wouldn't be able to distinguish between reality and illusion. That's why she hasn't dared to use the [Eyes of the Mortal World] these past few days... It's a dead end, a path of self-destruction, with only Ying Le waiting for her at the end.

Ying Le killed so many people to survive, but what price would she have to pay if she wanted to live?

"I don't want your life." Yan Qing exhaled a breath of blood. "Besides, I said, this is my time, and you have no right to interfere." Ying Ru ignored him and prepared to carry him. Ying Su had already arrived at the gap, her killing intent unstoppable, but she didn't care. Under the gaze of the [Red Dust Eye], reality was merely a matter of her mind.

“And, for the last stretch of the road…” Yan Qing looked up at her, smiled and said, “we’ve already finished it.”

He looked up and, through the cracks in the roof, saw a colorful rotating platform atop a tall tower.

"Blessing Roulette".

This was the first entertainment facility Yan Qing visited after entering the Demon Gathering Land.

It's also the last entertainment facility to visit on Night 4!

"Night Four!" Yan Qing shouted with his last ounce of strength, "Kill him!"

"Yes, sir." A cold reply came from the tower.

The mechanical puppets are enraged and ferocious, and four calamities descend from the sky at night!

Ye Si, who was locked in the warehouse for seven days, missed the Eight Demons and the True Demon. He spent seven days developing seven mechanical puppets, each of which only had tens of thousands of physical attributes... But at this moment, he is the strongest combat force in the Demon Gathering Land!
Ying Ru stared blankly as they surrounded Ying Su, feeling both surprised and somewhat embarrassed.

He spoke so righteously just now, but in the end, he was still saved by someone else, and he didn't do anything... It's a bit embarrassing.

"So you're saying you're a tyrant who can't live without hurting people?"

Ying Rushi blushed so deeply it was almost bleeding, but she saw that Yan Qing had no intention of teasing her and seemed to be seriously discussing this issue with her. She hesitated for a moment and nodded: "What I mean is... the closer someone is to me, the easier it is for me to hurt them. Even if there is no conflict, it will breed conflict due to illusions. If there is conflict, it will definitely lead to a huge rift... Ying Le became a lonely person step by step in this way."

“I’ve thought countless times, what if Ying Le had died after awakening her divine bloodline? Would the Qi Kingdom have…” She gave a bitter smile: “Now, I finally have a chance to test my idea.”

Yan Qing was silent for a moment, seemingly having made up her mind, then said, "Alright."

"what?"

“If you can only survive by hurting people,” Yan Qing said, looking into her eyes, “then come and hurt me.”

Ying was taken aback.

"Reality or illusion, I'm the one who wronged you and hurt you. Go ahead and take your revenge, but I'll always be stronger than you, always ahead of you. No matter what, you can't kill me." Yan Qing grabbed her arms and said, "I told you the day I invited you to join the 'Catastrophe Organization,' we'll live and die together!"

Ying Rushi had expected Yan Qing to comfort her, help her find a solution, and face the situation together, but she never imagined he would tolerate everything about her, even at the cost of her own injury. Is there really anyone in this world who appreciates the beauty of a flower but also accepts the ugliness of its roots?
She lowered her head and kissed him in Yan Qing's shocked gaze.

"Woo!"

Yan Qing felt a sharp pain in his lip; he had been bitten and a wound had appeared. But he didn't move, nor did Ying Rushi. It wasn't a kiss; she was simply pressing her lips against Yan Qing's, carefully feeling the wound she had just made.

Two clear tears streamed down her cheeks, washing away the traces of blood and tears from the "Eyes of the Mortal World." The tears flowed more and more, until her face was a blur of tears, as if she were crying out all the bitter tears she had ever owed in this life. Although she was crying, the corners of her mouth were slightly upturned, brimming with a smile.

"it is good."

(End of this chapter)