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

Despite the hundreds of mocking or spectator-like gazes around him, Lin Yuan remained calm.

However, when he saw the students from Yunhai No. 1 Middle School who stood up for him despite the pressure, a hint of warmth flashed in his eyes.

Thanks.

Lin Yuanchong and the others smiled, his tone relaxed.

"But since some people think I'm throwing my life away, I'm even more determined to give it a try."

"After all, I also want to see if this so-called near-gold boss can break through my defenses."

After saying that, Lin Yuan turned around and walked firmly toward the altar.

Just then.

A somewhat urgent, yet slightly humble, female voice suddenly rang out from behind.

"Lin Yuan! Wait a minute!"

The voice was not unfamiliar; in fact, it felt strangely familiar to Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan paused slightly.

From the crowd, a young girl dressed in a pure white priest's robe and holding an exquisite staff ran out.

She had delicate features, and her cheeks were slightly flushed with anxiety, making her look pitiful.

It was Chen Xiaoman.

"Lin Yuan, this boss is really strong. I've checked the monster's information; its attack power is extremely high!"

Chen Xiaoman stopped a few meters behind Lin Yuan, her eyes filled with worry.

"Your defense is high, but it might not be able to withstand the entire attack."

"How about I come with you?"

Seemingly afraid that Lin Yuan would refuse, she hurriedly showed off the glowing effect on her panel.

"I'm level 12 now!"

"I'm a rare-level Light Priest, after all. I have healing spells and a Holy Light Shield; I'm sure I can be of help!"

These words immediately sparked a clamor among the surrounding crowd.

"Holy crap? A Priest of Light?"

"This is a top-tier support class! In terms of its versatility, it's actually no worse than some legendary support classes, at least in the early game."

It's important to know that in any dungeon or secret realm, support classes are always the "big daddy" type of characters.

Especially the Light Priest, who can heal, shield, and dispel negative status effects.

To obtain a high score in this secret realm, a standard five-person team configuration is absolutely necessary:

One powerful main tank, one core healer, and three damage dealers.

Output positions are easy to find; these days, who can't cast a couple of fireballs or slash a couple of times?

But a high-level, skilled healer is extremely rare!

Although Chen Xiaoman is only level 12, she is not as good as the first tier of level 15.

But among support classes, this is already a top-tier (T0) leveling speed!

Upon entering the secret realm, she was immediately sought after by teams of geniuses from various provinces.

In the end, she chose a strong provincial team.

The four male team members treated her like a princess, giving her priority in all resources, as if they were afraid that this "nanny and daddy" would run away.

Some people even made a list in private.

On the [Support Ranking], Chen Xiaoman firmly holds a top-three position!

However, now...

This goddess support character, who is unapproachable in the eyes of others and is worshipped like a star by four top-tier fighters.

She actually took the initiative to come over and humbly begged Lin Yuan to team up with her?

What the hell is this plot?!

in the crowd.

Chen Xiaoman's four temporary teammates were as black as the bottom of a pot.

The soldier captain, in particular, who had been showering Chen Xiaoman with attention, was now grinding his teeth so hard they were practically spitting out a grunt.

"Damn it!"

"We treated her like a princess, and she turned around and went to fawn over that Lin Yuan?!"

"What's so great about Lin Yuan? He's just a meat shield. I don't believe he's stronger than our entire squad!"

Intense jealousy,

Their gazes toward Lin Yuan were filled with resentment and malice.

It's like you painstakingly admired your goddess, only to have her turn around and become someone else's lapdog.

This kind of psychological gap is unbearable for any man.

On the other side...

Ji Qingyue stood on a towering rock, arms crossed, watching the scene with great interest.

"Heh, that's interesting."

Women, whether they have legendary professions or are ordinary people, are all inherently fond of gossip.

She wasn't in a hurry to fight this dragonman guard.

Just because Lin Yuan went in first doesn't mean the boss is his.

If Lin Yuan can't handle it and has to retreat, she can take over.

She now finds the play in front of her more interesting than fighting monsters.

"Anyone with eyes can see that this Pastor Guangming and Lin Yuan must have a past."

Ji Qingyue's beautiful eyes darted back and forth between Chen Xiaoman and Lin Yuan.

"A rare-level Light Priest is actively seeking a party."

"Any rational captain wouldn't refuse, right?"

"After all, having one more nanny doubles the margin for error."

"Lin Yuan, what would you choose?"

All eyes were on Lin Yuan.

Everyone was waiting to see how he would respond to this "goddess's" advances.

Lin Yuan didn't even turn his head.

Upon hearing that familiar voice, he merely turned his head slightly, his gaze as cold as if he were looking at a stranger.

"Need not."

Two simple words killed the conversation instantly.

Chen Xiaoman was stunned for a moment, seemingly not expecting Lin Yuan to refuse so decisively.

"Lin Linyuan, don't be stubborn."

"I know you're still angry with me, but this is the college entrance exam, it concerns your future."

"Lin Linyuan, don't be stubborn."

"I know you're still angry with me, but this is the college entrance exam, it concerns your future."

"Stop."

Lin Yuan interrupted her self-indulgent sentimentality with some impatience.

He looked Chen Xiaoman up and down and shook his head.

"You're only level 12."

"Too fragile."

"This boss is said to have a wide-range dragon fire attack. If you go in, I'll have to take my time to protect you."

"With you"

Lin Yuan paused, then uttered the words that petrified everyone present:

"It's too cumbersome."

"You'd better stay out there and not cause me any trouble."

boom!

These words were like a resounding slap across Chen Xiaoman's face, and also shattered the hearts of countless sycophants around her.

burden?!

He actually said that the top three support players in the province are a burden?!

Chen Xiaoman's face turned deathly pale instantly, tears welled up in her eyes, and her body trembled slightly.

When has she ever been disliked like this since she was a child?

"You you"

She pointed at Lin Yuan, unable to utter a single word for a long time.

The four teammates, who had been holding back for so long, finally found an excuse to explode.

"Lin Yuan! What the hell are you pretending for?!"

"Xiaoman was trying to help you, and you actually said that about her?"

"You really think you're invincible? Without a priest, let's see how you die in there!"

Facing the clamor behind him.

Lin Yuan didn't even bother to respond.

Summer insects can't talk about ice.

He completely ignored everyone and stepped directly into the area of ​​the altar.

Take a step forward.

A terrifying dragon's might, as if it were a tangible force, pressed down upon us.

Lin Yuan looked up, his gaze fixed on the enormous creature in the center of the altar that was slowly opening its eyes.

At the same time, the data stream in his eyes was flashing wildly.

"Let me see what you're really capable of."