Online Game: Crazy Skeleton-Chapter 644 - 606: The Sinister Swamp (Two in One) - Part 2

Chapter 644: Chapter 606: The Sinister Swamp (Two in One) - Part 2

Soft rain gave a wave to Yu Jing, signaling her to log off.

"Oh."

Lin Yuqing didn’t understand her sister’s intentions but could only respond, disappearing from everyone’s sight.

Crane That Doesn’t Dance and Shuxin visibly sighed in relief.

"Why... don’t you want her to know about this territory issue?"

After her sister logged off, Soft rain finally voiced her question, her sharp gaze flicking towards the two players.

"Sister Yu, this matter needs long-term consideration. We’ll tell you when we’ve secured the territory." Shuxin tried to appear calm. She didn’t want to make a powerful enemy and had to lower her stance. Unlike her, the Crane that Doesn’t Dance simply looked at the ground, silent.

"Alright, seeing as you’re all here... Wow, there seem to be about a thousand of you. Quite well-prepared, aren’t you? Come on, let’s get moving. Standing around aimlessly here isn’t fun."

Lin Yuting casually brushed aside her hair, revealing a slight smile, indicating that Shuxin should proceed with her hidden task.

At her words, Crane that Doesn’t Dance seemed to perk up. He turned, giving an order, and led the players charging towards the Dark Swamp.

"Sister Yu, let these men take the lead. We’ll just follow behind."

After this exchange, Shuxin was even more aware of the depth of Soft rain’s calculations. With just a few words, Soft rain had positioned herself as the leader, overshadowing her own leadership qualities.

This woman, Soft rain, wasn’t simple!

"Okay."

Lin Yuting leisurely trailed behind Shuxin, acting as though she was merely an observer. She didn’t even draw her weapon.

As for what Lin Yuting was up to, only she knew.

"Splash, splash!"

Crane That Doesn’t Dance took the lead, leading a group of players into the swamp pool like dumplings in a pot, causing splashes of water that rippled outwards.

"Eh? Everyone, look, the swamp pool, why has it become so clear?"

A player noticed something wrong with the swamp pool and couldn’t help but shout out.

"This is too strange!"

"It’s not right, how has the Dark Swamp changed? Not only is the water clear, but there’s also a mountain here. Something’s fishy!"

"In my opinion, this is a trick by the system. There’s a high possibility that we’ve come across a hidden mission!"

Crane That Doesn’t Dance gestured for everyone to quiet down, then shared his thoughts with them.

"Hidden mission?"

The mere four words fired up the players’ enthusiasm. Everyone became exceptionally excited and motivated. After all, in front of a task, everyone was equal. This meant that anyone was eligible to obtain this hidden mission! And once favored by the system, wouldn’t advanced tactics and top-notch equipment just keep rolling in?

Without the restriction of the swamp, the players quickly reached the center of the swamp pool, chattering and laughing happily, as if they were out for a trip, contented and relaxed.

However,

Before the players could reach Burial Hill, the excited expressions on their faces froze. They were shocked to find that the entire swamp pool began to boil. Viscous mud gushed out, creating a huge mud wave, rushing towards them.

"Croak, croak, croak!"

Countless Swamp Fire Toads burst from the mud wave. With sharp attacks, they pounced on these intruding players of the Human Race.

"Damn, even these rookie toads know how to make waves now!"

"I thought some big boss would respawn, but it turned out to be just some little toads!"

"Just small monsters. Guys, take this as our appetizer, let the fight begin!"

"Kill!"

The players were brimming with fighting spirit, full of enthusiasm for battle. However, before they could make any moves, they were all thrown into the swamp pool by the wave. The viscous mud flooded in, greatly restricting the movements of the players. The players struggled in the chaotic swamp, before a chance to catch their breath, were licked over by the big tongues of the Swamp Fire Toads.

"Piss off, you ugly toads! Disgusting!"

"Damn, why is this swamp so sticky now?"

"Guys, did you notice that these toads’ attacks have become so powerful?"

A player on the outermost fringe was getting more attention from the Swamp Fire Toads than anyone else. Before the toads could land a few licks, he shockingly realized that he had less than half of his health points left!

For God’s sake, were these starter level monsters?

Thanks to that player’s reminder, everyone else began to notice just how off the toads were. One encounter with a Swamp Fire Toad had cost them nearly a hundred health points!

What on earth was going on?!

Moreover, there was no shortage of these Swamp Fire Toads!

"Everyone be careful, there are more monsters in the water!"

"These are Swamp Leeches, damn it, their attack power has also increased!"

Threatened by the toads and leeches, the players freaked out and struggled more fiercely. However, the more violently they resisted, the deeper they sank into the mud. One player thrashed too violently and began to sink until only his head was above the surface. Fortunately, a teammate came to his rescue, preventing him from being swallowed by the swamp.

"Don’t panic! We have the advantage in numbers. These toads may have gotten stronger, but they can’t overcome our sheer numbers! Brothers, now is the time to be tested. United we stand. Together we fight and kill!!"

In this moment of crisis, Crane That Doesn’t Dance took the lead. He raised his golden sword and roared.

Inspired by Crane That Doesn’t Dance’s words, the players’ fighting spirit was triggered and they launched their attacks on the hideous Swamp Fire Toads and Leeches.

...

On the shore, Shuxin and Yu Jing watched the intense battle happening in the swamp.

"Little Shu Sister, there is no need to be so tense. These are just some beginner-level monsters. With nearly a thousand players and Crane That Doesn’t Dance, can they really cause trouble?"

Yu Ting was grinning as she watched Shuxin, commenting on the fierce battle with a mentality of watching a show.

"Yu Jing, why have these little monsters mutated? I can’t figure out this Dark Swamp."

The unease in Shuxin’s heart intensified, and when she looked at the nameless Burial Hill, her expression became more serious.

"Don’t ask me; I’ve been playing for a while now and this is the first time I’ve come across a mass mutation. Little Shu Sister, I don’t know whether to say you’re lucky or unlucky."

Yu Ting realized that she had come to the right place today. A melodrama like this was indeed hard to come by!

However, Yu Ting hoped that these players would wipe out the Swamp Fire Toads and ascend the hill because only then would that guy be forced to show up!

"Little brother Su Ran, no wonder my sister admires you so much, you’re indeed someone capable!"

Yu Ting had a suspicion that the odd phenomena in the Dark Swamp must have had something to do with him.

"Yu Jing, could you please help them? The swamp is limiting their abilities too much, and they cannot perform up to their par..."

Shuxin looked at Yu Ting with pleading eyes, hoping that she would intervene.

"It serves them right for jumping in without studying the situation. Even the wizards jumped down! Isn’t that like digging their own grave?! In my opinion, they might suffer some losses, but it’s unlikely they’ll be completely defeated. Consider it a lesson for them."

Yu Ting didn’t mince words, outright refusing her request. She then turned to Shuxin with a puzzled look, "Little Shu Sister, they’re all risking their lives for you, but you’re standing here doing nothing. Is that fair?" novelbuddy.cσ๓

Shuxin looked conflicted, glancing at the now murky swamp, and said somewhat uncomfortably, "Yu Jing, this swamp is too dirty. I’d rather die than go down there..."

"It’s just a game, what’s the big deal about getting dirty? Do you have OCD?"

"Hmm..."

"No wonder then."

As time went on, after more than two hundred players had died, they were finally able to eliminate all the Swamp Fire Toads and Swamp Leeches. But just when they thought they could finally take a breather, something happened that drove them into despair.

"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh~!"

In a flash of several white lights, a new batch of Swamp Fire Toads and Swamp Leeches materialized. Under the influence of the blue lights swirling in the swamp water, these monsters underwent immediate evolution and, with overwhelming aggression, attacked the players.

For God’s sake, would this ever end?!