Chapter 5: Level Up

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"The moon, at level 10, one can change jobs. Let's go change jobs too," Yun Qing said, tugging at her younger sister, who was staring wide-eyed at Zhou Tianyu's back.

A flash of light from the teleportation array in Kas Town illuminated the scene, and three individuals appeared.

System Announcement: Congratulations to a certain mysterious player for being the third to reach level 10, thus gaining widespread fame and forever being recorded in history. Reward: Reputation: 500 points, Gold: 500

I continued to protect my sister, pushing my petite body forward, casting a disdainful glance at Zhou Tianyu with a proud expression that said I am a beauty.

Hearing two thank yous from behind, Zhou Tianyu waved his hand without looking up and transferred to another position

Zhou Tianyu touched his nose and said "No need to thank me," before leaving

Inspect the package, which contains one light bamboo bow, one steel shovel, one tube of iron arrows, five bundles of rope, two pairs of steel hooks, one silver pickaxe, one torch, one black iron dagger, one wrought iron sword, and several iron spikes measuring one meter in length, most of which are items crafted during leisure time.

With a loud bang, as the last strike landed, fragments of stone flew, and a torrent surged forth. Zhou Tianyu was left dumbfounded, swept away by the violent flood before he could even implement his safety measures. He had intended to pull the rope to escape the deep ravine before the water rushed out. Now, he was carried away by the current, crashing between the mountain gorges, his flesh and bones scattered, a gruesome sight. The most tragic part was that Zhou Tianyu, who usually dismissed pain, was now experiencing it at a full 100%. Despite his usual resilience, he felt as if his soul was about to escape, letting out a heart-wrenching scream. He was swept away by the flood, crashing between the mountain gorges, his flesh and bones scattered, a gruesome sight. The most tragic part was that Zhou Tianyu, who usually dismissed pain, was now experiencing it at a full 100%. Despite his usual resilience, he felt as if his soul was about to escape, letting out a heart-wrenching scream.

During the last mining expedition, while familiarizing myself with the map and driven by curiosity, I inadvertently discovered a basin behind the mine, which had not yet been found by any players. The only way down into the basin was by following the vines. The basin was overgrown with shrubs and contained only three types of monsters: the level 16 Giant Venomous Green Snake, the level 17 Man-Eating Vine, and the level 18 Mountain Wildman. Today's objective is set for that location

The troublesome moon is at the teleportation point

After two or three hours, a trench was finally dug that was four meters deep and three meters wide. Even with Zhou Tianyu's remarkable physical strength, he had worked to the point of numbness in his hands and feet, drenched in sweat

"What is it? Just hearing his name, one knows he is not a good person, humph." While complaining under her breath, she lowered her head, not daring to look at Zhou Tianyu. The name 'Silver Thief' indeed sounds like 'Lustful Thief'; no, the phonetic resemblance is simply that of a Lustful Thief.

You have defeated 17 man-eating vines beyond your level, gaining 900 experience points

Then the elder sister's bright eyes blinked, extending her hand towards Zhou Tianyu. Zhou Tianyu was taken aback, and only then did he take a good look at her. She was stunningly beautiful, around twenty years old, truly a peerless beauty, exuding the grace of a refined young lady. When Zhou Tianyu reached out to shake her hand, it was soft and smooth. Looking into her eyes, which contained a hint of laughter, his spirit was stirred, and he tightly grasped her small hand, uttering a series of familiar words.

System Broadcast: Congratulations to the player "Troublemaker Moon" for being the second to reach level 10, thus gaining widespread fame and forever being recorded in history. Reward: Reputation: 800 points, Gold: 800

The broadcast that followed left them somewhat stunned, as the third place was clearly at level 8

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The surroundings erupted in a flurry of curses before returning to a lively atmosphere

System Broadcast: Congratulations to a certain mysterious player for being the first to reach level 10, thereby initiating the village teleportation service. This player will henceforth be renowned and forever remembered in history. Reward: Reputation: 1000 points, Gold: 1000

The two sisters exchanged a glance and were instantly stunned. Watching the rapidly increasing experience points, the young girl's face was filled with extraordinary excitement, her uncontrollable joy evident as she immediately hugged her sister and began to shout exuberantly.

She subtly withdrew her small hand from Zhou Tianyu's large hand, stopped smiling, and straightened her expression as she said: "What are you learning from ancient people? It's all half-baked nonsense. This is my sister who caused trouble, you can call her Xiao Yue, and I am Yun Qing." As she spoke, she pulled over the little girl beside her

As they watched the crowd surge in like a tidal wave, the two sisters were left in a daze until a pair of hands grabbed them and pulled them into the teleportation array. With the disappearance of the three individuals from the picture, the crowd around the teleportation array in Novice Village No. 00001 stood frozen in place

System Broadcast: Congratulations to a certain mysterious player for being the first to reach level 10, thereby initiating the village teleportation service. This player will henceforth be renowned, forever recorded in history. Reward: Reputation: 1000 points, Gold: 1000

The phenomenon in every game's novice village is often like this; the equipment appears to be around level 5 or below. Based on past experience, the highest level should be below level 8

The players were left speechless. The entire server erupted in chaos, all inquiring about the three extraordinary individuals who had suddenly climbed to the top three positions in the rankings without ever having appeared there before, as everyone sought to uncover the identities of these three mysterious players

Sister, please give me the weapon

You have exceeded the level... ...

Before Zhou Tianyu could finish his words, he elicited a chuckle from her, instantly making her appear as radiant as a hundred flowers in bloom. Zhou Tianyu was left dumbfounded, his eyes wide open, completely oblivious to any sense of self-awareness or embarrassment, nearly drooling.

Today, Zhou Tianyu is here to implement the lake construction plan

The troublesome moon no longer appears as vibrant as it did at the beginning, feeling as if Zhou Tianyu's gaze could penetrate through, leaving her feeling exposed and vulnerable, her small face beginning to flush, and her large eyes starting to blaze with fire

Xiaoyue, do not act recklessly. It is not this... silver... thief brother who brought us here; we still do not know when we will arrive. We should also thank him.

Regardless of the surrounding insults such as "idiot," "fool," and "crazy," Zhou Tianyu became interested in the lovely young girl and, on a whim, sent a team application to the two sisters.

What is your surname, Miss? I am eighteen years old, in good health, with all limbs intact, and unmarried. Does the Miss have a boyfriend...

When the system broadcast sounded, all the players in Genesis were stunned. The game had been running for less than two days, and someone had actually reached level 10. The highest level on the previous leaderboard was only level 8. How could someone reach level 10 so quickly? Is this even human? They all hurried to check the rankings.

Brother, please give me some garbage.

The troublesome moon has once again leaped with joy

Zhou Tianyu, dressed in novice attire, braved the mining draft alongside the mining team, heading towards the target. As they approached the mine, he stealthily ascended the mountain, avoiding the crowd. After surveying the basin, he found that no one had discovered this place. With a chuckle, he stowed away his climbing tools—a steel hook tied with rope—and took out a steel shovel and silver pickaxe, beginning to excavate in a straight line from the basin towards the lake.

You have defeated a level 16 Giant Venomous Snake, earning 800 experience points, and your level has increased to level 1

Brother, please take me along

... ...

Once again, there was silence all around, but this time no one was scolding anything. After all, such a lovely young girl was holding a stunningly beautiful woman, making the male players around them envious.

At the resurrection point of the novice village, Zhou Tianyu, with a pale complexion, did not immediately check his appearance and equipment loss, but instead listened to the system prompt

The young girl heard the system prompt "Player Silver Thief invites you to join a team, experience sharing, agree/disagree?" and instinctively chose to join the team. Her sister was slightly taken aback and also chose to agree, followed by a continuous stream of system prompts.

The teleportation array (the resurrection point and teleportation array of the novice village) was surrounded by people who had just revived, cursing, and those shouting to conduct business. In an instant, everything came to a halt, and the crowd looked at him with expressions of sheer bewilderment, frequently sizing him up. Their gazes were unmistakably akin to those directed at a patient emerging from a mental institution.

The system broadcast that followed only added to their frustration

Observing the rapidly growing experience, Zhou Tianyu stood at the teleportation point and laughed arrogantly.

This is the novice village of the human faction. Before changing classes, both men and women wear the same novice attire. Occasionally, a few individuals donning leather armor stand out, attracting a crowd of envious novices who gather to watch and follow.

"Sister, is this person crazy?" A clear voice came from a girl of about fifteen or sixteen, who was inquiring of a beautiful young woman beside her. The girl looked quite sprightly and adorable. It seemed that both of them were newcomers, the kind that had just been born, with the older sister bringing her younger sister to play an online game. They had just been observing the game environment and were now captivated by Zhou Tianyu.

... ...

In the next moment, Zhou Tianyu appeared in the novice village

Entering the familiar game lobby, which was empty, Zhou Tianyu estimated that the little angel was feeling guilty and dared not to meet him. He silently murmured, "Enter game"

Zhou Tianyu came to his senses, looking back and forth at the troublemaking moon. With a delicate face and the innate beauty of a natural-born beauty, she had the demeanor of a little adult, her chest held high. Well... her development was quite good as well

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Looking at his own level, which was 0, he shook his head, realizing how inexperienced he truly was. Damn it, I need to level up quickly. A hint of a sinister smile appeared at Zhou Tianyu's lips; those who knew him understood that he was starting to get serious.

The third place on the leaderboard has also unexpectedly turned into another player whose name is hidden.

The little girl is much better now, and she exclaimed: "Mom and - picture - book, you scared me to death! A group of perverts, humph. Oh, how come there's another one here, you... how did you chase me all the way here?"

It turns out that the three individuals who reached level 10, as announced by the system broadcast, all belong to village 0000001. Following that was a unified shout of "Damn" from an internationally recognized hand gesture that shot up into the sky.

The novice village is bustling with people coming and going, with many more players than before, and it is crowded everywhere. Groups of men and women are laughing and chatting, mixed with the sounds of vendors selling, purchasing equipment or materials, exchanging game currency, and calling out for team formation to level up, creating an extraordinary din. The entire novice village is vibrant and lively, filled with noise.

In just under 5 minutes, Zhou Tianyu's experience points reached level 10, earning him a plethora of skill points. Suddenly, a system notification sounded: "Congratulations to player Silver Thief for being the first to reach level 10. The village will soon open the teleportation array, and a system broadcast will be conducted. Would you like to hide your name?" Of course, hide it.

Damn it, girls can be this crazy too. I can't believe it, is there no way to live? I can't take it anymore, I'm going to commit suicide. ... Here we go again with the commotion.

The original first place was hidden, and in an instant, the troublemaking moon, ranked 2, took its place, level 10

The No. 0000001 Human Novice Village was in an uproar, as someone called out.

That fairy-like little girl is the troublemaking moon, her small hands patting her chest, with a face full of fear, still struggling to breathe, her spirit unsettled. The older sister has calmed down considerably, glancing around, curiously observing Zhou Tianyu.

To the east of the basin, in the direction opposite the mine, lies a vast lake, approximately at the same elevation as the upper edge of the basin, and less than ten meters away. At that moment, Zhou Tianyu was inspired with a plan.

Zhou Tianyu had already released his hands from pulling others, casually clicked to exit the group, realizing that he could no longer level up past level 10, and prepared to leave