Prehistoric? Choose the crocodile and survive until version T0.

In the overseas live stream, the atmosphere became incredibly oppressive.

The previously rampant mockery gradually subsided, and the faces of the viewers from the United States, Japan, and South Korea turned extremely ugly as they watched the baby crocodiles continuously hunting on screen.

They refused to believe that a T4 trash species, despised by everyone, could actually gain a foothold in the prehistoric swamp and even activate the system to steadily become stronger.

"It's just hunting down some of the lowest-level insects, what's there to be proud of!"

"He'll still die when he encounters a real predator!"

"Instructor Carter has already hunted down a large herbivorous dinosaur, and his survival score has surpassed 80. His improvement is nothing to brag about!"

Despite their inner shock, they remained defiant, constantly using the achievements of athletes from other strong countries to belittle Lin Ye, but the confidence in their words had long since diminished.

Japanese player Sato and South Korean player Park Junho watched Lin Ye on the global live stream, their faces so gloomy they could drip water, and a strange unease rose in their hearts.

They had a nagging feeling that this seemingly weak Chinese player might become the biggest variable of the season. Time slowly passed, and night was about to fall.

With the last prehistoric mollusc killed, the task progress on the system panel finally underwent a qualitative change.

[System Notification: Successfully hunted a prehistoric mollusc. Survival score +5, evolution points +1!]

[Evolutionary Mission: Hunt down 10 low-level prehistoric creatures (10/10), Mission Complete!]

[Mission reward has been issued: 80 Evolution Points, and qualification for Basic Scale Armor Enhancement!]

[Current evolution point: 90 points!]

Survival Rating: 42/100!

[Global Ranking: 124/203!]

His ranking jumped more than seventy places, and his survival score doubled. This is the real progress that Lin Ye has made through his own hard work!

The moment the system notification sounded, Lin Ye's eyes flashed with a sharp light.

The long-awaited moment has finally arrived!

Primary scale armor enhancement – ​​this is his first self-evolution after awakening the system, and also the first step for him to get rid of his weak body!

"Immediately begin basic scale armor enhancement!"

Lin Ye silently recited the instructions in his mind and chose to accept the enhancement reward without hesitation.

The next second, a gentle yet powerful warm current swept through the body, flowing to every limb and bone, and finally gathering on the keratinous scales on the surface of the body.

The originally thin, rough, and dull gray scales began to transform rapidly under the warm current.

The scales became thicker and harder, with a faint dark luster on the surface. The edges became sharper, and the defensive power increased dramatically. The wounds on the back that had not yet healed were completely healed instantly under the nourishment of the warm current, leaving not a single scar.

[System Notification: Basic Scale Armor Enhancement Completed!]

[Species: Protosuchus (T4)]

[Status: Full, Undamaged]

[New Racial Trait: Basic Scale Armor (Greatly increases physical defense, capable of withstanding the ordinary bites of small to medium-sized predators)]

Survival Rating: 50/100!

[Global Ranking: 111/203!]

Feeling the surging power within his body and the hard texture of the scales on his skin, Lin Ye slowly raised his head, his vertical pupils flashing with a sharp light.

The enhanced body boasts comprehensive improvements in strength, defense, and physical fitness, making it no longer the weak creature that could be easily killed by any predator.

He gently twisted his body, his scales rubbing against the mud, making a soft, rustling sound, every muscle brimming with power.

Night gradually enveloped the Triassic swamp, and a perilous darkness was about to descend, but in Lin Ye's heart, there was no fear, only unwavering determination.

Primary evolution is just the beginning.

Accumulate evolution points, unlock the evolution shop, and evolve step by step, transforming from a T4 crocodile into a stronger crocodile species, sweeping across this prehistoric swamp!

He wants to shut up all those who mock him and let the whole world know that crocodiles will never be weakened!

Lin Ye lay prone in the mud, his gaze fixed on the dark depths of the swamp, where there were stronger prey and more severe challenges, but he was fearless.

As night fell completely, the temperature of the Triassic swamp dropped sharply, and the originally murky water was dyed deep black by the night. Only the silhouettes of ferns swayed in the wind like ghosts.

Lin Ye completed its first evolution, its body now covered in enhanced scales, and lay quietly deep in the mud.

[Current Status: Unharmed, Full of Energy]

Survival Rating: 50/100

Global Ranking: 111/203

His ratings and rankings steadily improved, but he remained vigilant.

Night was the domain of Triassic predators.

That sub-adult long-beaked mammoth will most likely launch a new round of hunting under the cover of night.

Besides these, there are many more dangers lurking in the darkness—nocturnal insects, small snakes in hiding, and even other crocodile relatives that may be wandering around.

Lin Ye slowly sank his body into the deeper mud layer, using the rough texture of the primary scales and the viscosity of the silt to completely cover his own scent, leaving only the faintest nostrils exposed, constantly monitoring the smell in the air and the fluctuations in the water flow.

Inside the Dragon Kingdom's live stream room, the viewers' hearts remained heavy.

"It's even more dangerous at night! Newts have poor eyesight at night, but their sense of smell and touch are extremely strong. Will the little crocodile be able to survive?"

"With the scales reinforced, it should be able to withstand a normal bite, right?"

"Ranked 111th, much better than the bottom globally, but still not enough in front of the strong..."

Inside the commentary booth, Chen Guoan adjusted his glasses, his gaze fixed intently on the screen: "Nighttime hunting is indeed extremely risky, but for the crocodile, it's also a relatively safe time. Large predators have limited vision and are less mobile, so as long as the smaller crocodiles remain in hiding, they can avoid a lot of trouble."

Zhang Lei added, "More importantly, his survival score and evolution points are both increasing. As long as he can survive tonight, he can open the evolution shop tomorrow and buy more useful skills."

While there was much less mockery in overseas live streams, arrogance was still prevalent.

"50 points? Instructor Carter is already at 85, Andrei at 78, and Sato at 72. The gap is still huge."

"Even with its scales enhanced, the T4 Proto-Crocodile is still just a giant insect. Wait until the Labyrinth Salamander comes out at night, and we'll see how it dies!"

"Just wait and see, he'll be hunted down before dawn!"

The night was as dark as ink, and time ticked by.

Lin Ye remained motionless in his dormant position for a full three hours. The Dragon Kingdom audience watched with drooling eyelids, yet no one was willing to leave, afraid of missing any sign of danger.

Sudden.

A faint, yet blood-tinged, ripple of water slowly emanated from the depths of the swamp.

Lin Ye's vertical pupils suddenly contracted.

coming!

The sub-adult long-beaked mammoth finally moved!

It seemed to have caught a whiff of its prey and was slowly approaching the crevice in the rocks, following the path of the water flow.

Its massive body sliced ​​through the water, creating tiny splashes, and with each swish of its tail, it caused the surrounding silt to churn violently.

[Threat Warning: High-threat target (sub-adult Long-nosed Maverick Salamander) is approaching, 8 meters away!]

[Hate Level: 85%]

A system alarm sounded in my mind, and the global live broadcast zoomed in instantly, clearly capturing the enormous figure that looked like a shadow in the night.

Inside the Dragon Kingdom livestream room, the air froze instantly, and everyone's hearts were in their throats.

"They're here! They're really here!"

"8 meters away! The baby crocodile is doomed!"

"What do we do? He can't escape!"

Chen Guoan's voice trembled: "The labyrinthine salamander's lateral line can sense vibrations beneath the mud; it's detected it! Lin Ye, move quickly! Get out of here!"

But Lin Ye didn't move.

He knew very well that at his current speed, he couldn't escape the mammoth's pursuit in open water.

The only way to survive is to lure it close to the crevice and use the terrain to your advantage to kill it!

Under the cover of night, the labyrinthine salamander slowly approached, its flat head floating on the water's surface, its small eyes scanning the surroundings, and its nose constantly sniffing the air.

It had clearly sensed the presence of its prey, but was unable to pinpoint its exact location for the time being.