I gain permanent defense when attacked; even gods and demons can't hurt me.

Seeing that Lin Yuan didn't speak, Xia Chen thought he was upset and punched him again.

"What nonsense are you talking about? We're brothers!"

He grinned. "So, what do you say, are you in or not?"

Then, Xia Chen added, "You're a hidden class, after all. Maybe things will be different once you level up. Don't think I'm just pitying you; I'm investing in you, you know!"

Lin Yuan smiled.

Looking at this brother who genuinely cared about him, a warm feeling welled up in his heart.

He certainly knew what Xia Chen meant.

He was about to speak when an untimely voice interrupted.

"Lin Yuan, Xia Chen."

Chen Xiaoman walked over, but she wasn't alone.

A tall, thin boy stood beside her, looking arrogant.

Lin Yuan also knew this boy; he was Wang Hao from Class 2, Grade 3, and also Chen Xiaoman's simp.

Wang Hao's family are well-known wealthy businessmen in Tianhai City, and his professional title is equally conspicuous:

[Rare Class: Frost Mage]

Wang Hao looked Lin Yuan up and down, especially at the line of "[Undying Barrier (Giant Shield Knight)]" above his head, and a mocking smile appeared on his lips.

"Hey, isn't this the top student in the grade? He's awakened a Giant Shield Knight?"

"Xia Chen, you also have a rare profession, why are you hanging out with this kind of cannon fodder?"

Xia Chen frowned, about to explode in anger: "Wang Hao, watch your mouth!"

Wang Hao, however, didn't take it to heart. He turned to Chen Xiaoman, his tone instantly becoming much gentler.

"Xiaoman, you'll team up with me for tomorrow's beginner dungeon."

"I've already made preparations to ensure you get a full set of Black Iron-grade equipment before you enter the dungeon."

"A complete set of black iron!"

The students who hadn't dispersed yet gasped when they heard this. A complete set of black iron equipment—that's no cheap thing!

All these students received from the logistics department was a blank weapon.

Wang Hao actually promised the whole set!

A person can carry a maximum of nine equipment slots: primary weapon, secondary weapon, head, upper body, legs, hands, feet, and accessories (necklace and ring).

Among them, accessories are the most valuable, and their drop rate in dungeons is extremely low compared to other equipment.

They were curious whether Wang Hao's mention of a complete set of black iron equipment included accessories.

Chen Xiaoman's face immediately lit up with a delighted smile, and she smiled sweetly at Wang Hao, saying, "Then thank you very much, Brother Wang Hao."

Wang Hao felt lightheaded after Chen Xiaoman called him "Brother Wang Hao."

Lin Yuan got goosebumps. So tight, such a green tea.

Fortunately, he didn't make any substantial sacrifices for Chen Xiaoman back then. On the contrary, she kept fawning over him because of his achievements.

He, however, did not refuse.

He knew perfectly well that this person was just like the scheming woman in his previous life's novels.

Therefore, he didn't have any feelings for Chen Xiaoman. As his ancestor once said, "Don't miss out on good girls, and don't waste bad girls."

Then, Chen Xiaoman turned to Lin Yuan, her face showing a hint of apology.

"Lin Yuan, um, we agreed to run dungeons together..."

"Brother Wang Hao extended a warm invitation to me and promised to give me a complete set of black iron equipment."

She paused, as if making up her mind:

"You know, I awakened the rare class, the Light Priest, and efficiency is key in beginner dungeons. Your class, on the other hand, has no damage output. If the two of us team up, we wouldn't even get into a third-rate university."

"So, I'm sorry."

After she finished speaking, she seemed to have unloaded a burden and stood lightly next to Wang Hao.

In the square, everyone's eyes were focused on Lin Yuan.

The former top student in the grade was publicly dumped by the class beauty and went to live with a rich second-generation.

This is absolutely the biggest show of the year.

"Hahaha, I knew it! How could Chen Xiaoman team up with a meat shield? She's practically not taking her future seriously."

"A full set of black iron armor! If it were me, I'd choose Wang Hao too!"

"Lin Yuan's face must be green with envy."

Xia Chen pointed at Chen Xiaoman angrily: "You green tea b*tch! Have you forgotten how Lin Yuan used to tutor you?"

"Lin Yuan, let's go! Don't bother with someone like him!"

However, Lin Yuan stood still, motionless.

He didn't even glance at Chen Xiaoman, but instead looked at Wang Hao with great interest.

Wang Hao felt a chill run down his spine from his gaze: "What are you looking at? You piece of trash!"

Lin Yuan suddenly spoke, a smile suddenly appearing on his lips:

"I've used this junk, you can have it if you want. It's just a set of black iron equipment, isn't it?"

If Chen Xiaoman had parted ways with him amicably, he naturally wouldn't have made those insulting remarks.

But since Chen Xiaoman insisted on coming over with Wang Hao to disgust him, and even pretended to be apologetic, then he can't be blamed for being foul-mouthed.

Lin Yuan thought to himself: This isn't because I wanted to be foul-mouthed, it must be because my skills are affecting me!

Taunt skill: ...

Chen Xiaoman was taken aback, then angrily retorted, "Lin Yuan! What do you mean?!"

Lin Yuan shook his head and smiled, "You should have said so earlier."

"If you had told me earlier that you wanted to team up with him, I wouldn't have had to think about how to refuse you. Perfect, women slow down my sword-drawing speed."

"Holy crap, Yuanzi, are you crazy? Why are you talking nonsense?"

Xia Chen was quite surprised by Lin Yuan's change, but this version of Lin Yuan made him feel even better.

That's more like it!

Lin Yuan looked at Wang Hao and Chen Xiaoman and said very seriously, "It's great that you two are teaming up. I hope you two stay together forever."

Wang Hao's face instantly turned a deep liver color.

He had hoped to see Lin Yuan make a fool of himself and become enraged, but Lin Yuan didn't take him seriously at all!

Then he looked at Chen Xiaoman with a scrutinizing gaze. Lin Yuan's words, "I'm giving you the trash I used," bothered him.

If your goddess has already been used, what's the point of him still licking her boots? What's the point of licking her boots then?

Chen Xiaoman, being the green tea bitch she was, immediately understood the meaning behind the other person's look and hurriedly explained, "Brother Wang Hao, Lin Yuan is just saying this to disgust you, don't believe him!"

Lin Yuan ignored the two of them; he was satisfied anyway. He patted Xia Chen and said, "Let's go, get our equipment, and then go see the principal."

"Oh...oh!" Xia Chen finally realized what was happening, and before leaving, she didn't forget to give Wang Hao and Chen Xiaoman the middle finger.

Chen Xiaoman stood there, her face turning pale and then flushed.

She had imagined all sorts of reactions from Lin Yuan: anger, pleading, disappointment...

I never imagined it would be such utter disregard!

Is she not good enough?

Not far away, a stunningly beautiful woman saw this scene and found it quite amusing.

……

The two headed towards the logistics department.

Xia Chen laughed and said, "Haha, Lin Yuan, I didn't expect you to have such a foul mouth, but I like it! I thought you would just stay silent in this situation."