I am the Arcane Archer, and all my skills are self-created.

Twenty-seven gold coins have been credited to your account.

When Li Wu looked at the long string of golden numbers in his backpack, he felt like he was still floating, as if it were all unreal.

So... you're rich now?

"Stop staring like an idiot." Hua Zitong's voice pulled him back from his dazed state. "Money is meant to be earned, not looked at. Now it's our turn to spend it."

The auction is still ongoing.

But now, Li Wu and Hua Zitong's mindsets are completely different.

Previously, they were spectators.

Now, they are the buyers.

Moreover, they were wealthy and powerful buyers.

"Next item! A level 20 rare leather armor set, the [Shadow Stalker] three-piece set! Including the chest plate, leggings, and boots! Crafted by the Assassin Master of Shadow Rift! The entire set will be auctioned off as a package, starting bid: one gold coin!"

As soon as the auctioneer finished speaking, Hua Zitong immediately raised her paddle.

"Six gold coins." Her voice wasn't loud, but it was exceptionally clear, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

The NPCs who were originally preparing to bid were stunned for a moment, and all turned to look at this woman who suddenly appeared and was so generous.

"Six gold coins! Anything higher?" The auctioneer was also somewhat surprised.

No one else bid.

Six gold coins is well over the normal market price for this set of equipment. These NPCs may be wealthy, but they're not fools.

"clang!"

"Congratulations, ma'am! You've successfully acquired the [Shadow Stalker] set!"

Before Li Wu could react, Hua Zitong had already acquired a set of top-tier level 20 leather armor.

"Here you go." Hua Zitong directly traded the three pieces of equipment to Li Wu. "Equip them."

Li Wu took the equipment and immediately checked its attributes.

【Shadow Swiftness Jacket (Rare)】

Shadowwalker Leggings (Rare)

[Shadow Silent Boots (Rare)]

Each of the three pieces of equipment adds a significant amount of agility and intelligence, and the set effect directly increases movement speed by 15% and skill critical strike rate by 10%!

These attributes are practically tailor-made for him!

Without hesitation, Li Wu changed into the new equipment and felt a sense of lightness throughout his body. The numbers on his attribute panel instantly surged.

"That's incredible..." he couldn't help but exclaim.

"This is nothing," Hua Zitong said dismissively. "Continue."

The subsequent auctions almost became a private event for the two of them.

"Level 20 Rare Shield, [Guardian's Bulwark]! Starting bid: one gold coin!"

"Three gold coins." Hua Zitong raised her sign again.

"Clang!" The deal is done.

"Level 20 Rare Longsword, [Whisper of the Wind]! Its special effect is increased attack speed! Starting bid: one gold coin!"

"Three gold coins."

"Clang!" The deal is done.

……

Hua Zitong is like a precise shopping machine. Whenever equipment suitable for the two of them appears, she doesn't even blink and forcibly buys it at a price far exceeding the market price.

This simple and direct way of spending left all the NPCs present dumbfounded.

They were all talking about which kingdom these two mysterious adventurers were, princes and princesses from, who could be so extravagant.

Li Wu sat beside him, and from the initial fear to the later numbness, and finally, even felt a slight sense of pleasure that "it's good to be rich".

Looking at Hua Zitong's confident and commanding demeanor, a thought suddenly popped into his mind.

If this woman had been born in ancient times, she would definitely have been a femme fatale who could stir up the world... no, a heroine among women.

Soon, after an auction, both of them had completely replaced their equipment with rare-grade equipment of level 20 or above.

After equipping himself with new gear, Li Wu's magical attack power broke through the 470 mark!

Hua Zitong's physical defense and health points have also reached a terrifying level. She is now a mobile steel fortress.

Besides the equipment, Hua Zitong also photographed some advanced potion recipes and some seemingly inconspicuous scrolls.

When Li Wu asked her why she bought these things, she only said, "You'll find out later."

When the auction ended and the two walked out of the auction house, the twenty-seven gold coins they had earned were completely gone.

Twenty-seven gold coins, converted into real currency, is two million seven hundred thousand!

In just a short while, 2.7 million was gone.

Li Wu felt his heart still twitch involuntarily.

"Feeling sorry for him?" Hua Zitong glanced at him sideways.

"A little," Li Wu honestly admitted.

"Remember, money only counts as money when it's spent and becomes real fighting power. Otherwise, it's just a bunch of useless numbers." Hua Zitong's views on spending taught Li Wu a lesson.

"We've got our equipment and supplies sorted out now." Hua Zitong looked into the distance at the massive central furnace, her eyes gleaming. "Next comes the most crucial step."

"Where to?" Li Wu asked.

"Let's go to a place where we can reach level 30 in the shortest amount of time."

A confident smile appeared on Hua Zitong's lips.

"Target: Black Iron Mine!"

The Black Iron Mine is located in the eastern part of Ironforge and is a continuous black mountain range.

This place was once the most important mining area in the Dwarf Kingdom, but due to an unknown catastrophe, the entire mine was abandoned and turned into a nest of various vengeful spirits and mechanical golems.

When Li Wu and Hua Zitong arrived at the entrance of the mine, it was already getting dark.

The massive mine entrance resembled the gaping maw of a monstrous beast, pitch black, with chilling winds occasionally blowing out, accompanied by faint wails.

At the entrance, there was a warning sign that read in both Dwarven and Common: "Cataclysmic Land, No Entering for the Living!"

"Is this the Black Iron Mine?" Li Wu frowned as he looked at the eerie and terrifying entrance.

"Yes." Hua Zitong nodded. "This is a level 22 to 25 monster area. The monsters here are mainly the vengeful spirits of the Black Iron Dwarves, as well as the mining golems they create."

"Why did you choose this place?" Li Wu asked. "Aren't we a bit too far from our current level here?"

They're only level 20, yet they've come here to challenge this place. Although their equipment is top-notch, the level advantage still applies.

"No, I won't force you." Hua Zitong's tone was very firm. "It's good to have a bit of a challenge so you can gain more experience."

She pointed to the dark mine shaft and explained, "There are two reasons for choosing this place."

"First, the monster density here is extremely high, and the respawn rate is incredibly fast. It's especially suitable for a class like yours with powerful area-of-effect attack skills, making leveling up the most efficient."

"Secondly," a glint of light flashed in Hua Zitong's eyes, "my job change quest is also here, so we can do it together."

"Let's go, don't waste time." Hua Zitong drew her newly bought rare-grade longsword, [Whisper of the Wind], and took the lead into the mine.