Chapter 197 Prestige of the strongest!
When Xie Feng finished distributing the equipment among Xie Yao and Gu Qianxue, he took a moment to observe the surrounding players.
Since Xie Feng and the two beauties were all wearing masks and low-grade equipment, they did not attract too much attention. However, it was naturally impossible for two high class beauties like Xie Yao and Gu Qianxue not to attract the gazes of men.
The number of eyes attracted to both of them was increasing with each passing minute; especially Gu Qianxue. Gu Qianxue's body was simply too tempting! Adding to the fact that she had half of her face from the tip of her nose down exposed, more and more men looked stunned as they passed by.
As for this, Xie Feng was not bothered at all; as long as no one tried to overreach or make improper comments, it was something he could put up with. Otherwise wouldn't Xie Feng have to tear out the eyes of all the men in the world? It was simply stupid to think that way.
What's more, Xie Feng felt proud because while countless men could only stare and drool without even receiving a word, in contrast, he could enjoy the body of both of them whenever he wished; this was the difference.
"Mmm..." Xie Feng looked thoughtful for a moment before finally nodding. "At this rate we'll be identified soon. We'd better get ready then."
Then, under the confused gazes of the two beauties beside him, Xie Feng began to change his equipment.
Full plate armor (Chest + Pants.)
Leg protectors.
Shoulder pads.
Combat Gloves.
...
For every piece of equipment that appeared on his body, more and more players stopped their steps and stopped what they were doing to look in his direction.
Then, with a swift movement, Xie Feng exchanged the tiger mask for the Two Faces Mask.
The appearance of the black and white mask was as if several small rocks had been thrown into a peaceful lake.
"Uh? That's..."
"That strange mask..."
"Isn't that Shiva's mask?"
"Damn it, my Inspection skill doesn't work on him."
"It really is Shiva! Although I can't get any information about him, that girl next to him is Feng Yao who currently ranks 6th on the level table and the 3rd most beautiful woman!"
"Now I remember, the other girl, Rainbow Butterfly was also next to Shiva in the war that happened two days ago! She is currently in 8th place in the level table and also ranks 3rd in the list of beautiful women next to Feng Yao!"
...
The players started pointing their fingers and gesturing animatedly after finally confirming the identities of the three people. There were also many male players who felt apprehensive as they remembered how they looked at the women standing next to Shiva.... They could still remember the words full of arrogance and cruelty that Shiva said that day!
While some male players were worried, many female players felt discouraged because with two beauties standing next to him, there was no chance that Shiva would pay attention to them.
As for Xie Feng, he simply ignored everyone and after a moment's consideration also equipped the Undead Cloak.
From the shoulders, the pitch-black cloak fell on Xie Feng's back and lightly touched the back of his knees. A weak, faint aura of dark color almost imperceptibly emanated from the cloak, adding a feeling of malevolence and mystery.
While the players were stunned by the appearance of the cloak, Xie Feng also summoned the Calamity Spear and placed it over his right shoulder.
To culminate...
Swoosh!
In a flash of white light, a small cat-sized dragon appeared right next to Xie Feng and looked at the people nearby with curious eyes, then, Ling Long looked at Xie Feng as if she was asking him if she should cut them a couple of times or not. Naturally, Xie Feng shook his head and did not allow her to go and unleash a massacre.
"I-it's that little dragon from before..."
A player muttered as he unconsciously took a step back.
"Don't be fooled by its size, although it may look friendly and weak, we all saw how that little beast tore through the defense of hundreds of players with its tiny hands!"
Everyone was frightened by the ferocity shown by Ling Long in the previous war. No one was fooled by the friendly smile on her face anymore.
"Hey, Xi-" At that moment, the Xiao Luo trio finally returned from having identified the items Xie Feng gave them. Yue Kai was so excited that he almost called Xie Feng by his real name, fortunately, Hu Chen kicked him in the butt before he could finish his words.
"*Cough*... We're back." Regaining his composure, Yue Kai cleared his throat and slowly approached.
The arrival of the three also attracted the attention of many players and received many looks of surprise, envy, and curiosity. After all, the equipment the three of them were using were extremely valuable pieces of equipment!
For example, the silver-grade dagger in Xiao Luo's hands was so valuable that owning it in the virtual world was not much different from owning a super car in the real world.
"Not bad." Xie Feng nodded with a smile under his mask. "Really, even monkeys look better in a suit."
Then, Xie Feng ignored the trio's reaction and walked to the front. Xie Yao and Gu Qianxue giggled softly and followed Xie Feng's footsteps.
In the end, Hu Chen, Xiao Luo, and Yue Kai looked at each other helplessly and followed the three people.
The players unconsciously stepped aside and created a small path for the group to pass. Xie Feng ignored them because he never considered fame important, Xie Yao ignored them because to her only Xie Feng's gaze was important, Gu Qianxue ignored them because she was already used to being treated with respect and receiving praise ever since she was little due to her status.
However, the three college students looked somewhat uncomfortable about it. After all, even though Hu Chen came from wealthy families, being under the gaze of thousands of people felt strange even to them.
"I suddenly feel like a circus monkey..." Xiao Luo muttered under his breath.
His small remark unconsciously eased the tense atmosphere that hung over the three of them.
Xie Feng and the rest advanced slowly, moving further and further away from the city walls. On the other hand, the players looked at each other as if confirming something and began to follow them from behind, and slowly an army began to form.
Many players were excited. After all, there was a man who could take on an entire army by himself and still emerge victorious leading the way!
With such a powerful person fighting on the front lines, everyone was confident! They were confident that the South Gate would not fall and they were confident in stopping the monsters' attack!
As they looked at that wide back walking in front and saw his black cloak gently swishing in the wind, everyone was bursting with confidence!
The amount of players that were in the southern area of Eminetis City was over a million. Therefore, Xie Feng walked for approximately five hundred meters before finally stopping.
Only after moving five hundred meters away from the city walls was it possible for Xie Feng to position himself in front of everyone. If the monsters wanted to break through the city walls from the southern part of the map, they would first have to break through a wall of players!
Arriving at the front, Xie Yao looked back and smiled faintly, "Big brother Xie Feng, it looks like a small group formed behind us."
Xie Feng looked back and although he already expected something similar to happen, he still couldn't help but feel overwhelmed when he saw the terrifying amount of people standing behind him. No matter whether Xie Feng looked to the right or left, there was a huge line of players extending as far as the eye could not see.
"Well, at least that much must be necessary.... I guess." Xie Feng muttered to himself. Then, as he looked ahead, he smiled indifferently. "But no matter what, we will definitely overcome this challenge. By the time this day is over, my name should find itself at the absolute top of the World Hall of Fame!"
Xie Feng's slogan was simple: when he wants something, he gets it no matter what the consequences or how many challenges lie in front of him. As long as he wanted it, if he wanted to be number 1, then no one else but him was allowed to be at the top!
"Definitely." Xie Yao nodded as if Xie Feng's words were the most normal thing in the world. "You are the best after all."
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Time passed and as the players stood around, waiting for the monsters' attack, two hours had already passed silently.... But there was still no sign of the monsters' attack.
Although practically no players left their places, since the south gate was made up of free players and not a guild, there were several who were already getting impatient or restless.
Yang Tian, who had already returned together with Xie Feng, frowned at the current situation. Without a doubt, if this continued, the South Gate's defense might fall even before the monsters attacked the city.
"What a nuisance, they can't even sit still for a few hours? Although it may seem like a waste of time, the rewards will be much higher when it's all over! You bunch of idiots." Yang Tian couldn't help but curse in an annoyed voice.
"Don't worry." At that moment, Xie Feng interrupted, "They're here."
In the distance, a large cloud of dust was slowly rising.
The attack of the monsters had begun.