It turned out to be a skill—far more valuable than supplies or items. While materials and tools only serve as aids, a player's skills are permanently bound to them, genuinely enhancing their true strength.
Qi Xu watched as his overall combat power stat skyrocketed by 39 points! Just let me ask—doesn’t this number make it the absolute pinnacle of power?
What a fantastic omen!
The Obsidian Supply Crate had records of rewarding skill-type items, but it wasn’t guaranteed. This Lucky Card was definitely worth using!
Seizing the momentum, Qi Xu claimed another 21 supply crates. Though none contained diamonds, the ratio of gold and silver crates was notably high.
One after another, he opened them all, reaping bountiful rewards: another "Blue Map Fragment (1/10)," two "Invisibility Cards," and a Pet Storage Button.
A single Pet Storage Button was more than enough—Sweetie would be easy to carry now, no different from a hair tie wrapped around his wrist.
Even though Sweetie had already reached Level 4, her size seemed fixed, showing no signs of change whatsoever...
The rest were either duplicates, common supplies, or items lacking rarity, but the quantity was decent. At least the Lucky Card didn’t go to waste.
After dismantling all the supply crates and organizing his inventory, Qi Xu made sure nothing useful would remain buried in his backpack, forgotten.
Only then did he toss his dirty clothes into the washing machine and slip into the shower for a thorough cleanse.
Some of the dried blood on his body was his own; some belonged to monsters.
Lathering up with soap, he scrubbed hard until he was certain he smelled fresh again, finally stepping out of the bathroom.
A glance at the light screen revealed nearly a hundred @mentions and private messages waiting.
He ignored the chat hall for now and opened the Golden Group Chat Card instead.
Cursed by Misfortune: "I rarely even see gold supply crates, let diamond ones. And now there’s an Obsidian Crate too? How?!"
Blessed by Fortune: "I’ve only seen a diamond crate once. Obsidian? Never even heard of it."
Chinese Master Chef: "Another server-wide announcement? So cool! Let’s celebrate—what should we eat?"
Spicy Beauty: "The name 'Obsidian' sounds so elegant. I’d love to see what it looks like."
Invincible Black Tornado: "[Image] Here you go. It’s pretty stunning—shiny and sleek."
Retired Magical Boy: "AHHHHH! It’s everything I’ve ever dreamed of! So beautiful!"
Wolf Warrior 007: "I want one too!"
Looking at the 20 members in the group, Qi Xu suddenly remembered—Comrade Xiao Song still hadn’t joined.
Player 0229 was permanently out of the picture, so there was no need to hide anything anymore. He pulled Song Peifeng into the chat.
Blessed by Fortune: "???!?!?"
Melon Lover: "Wait, isn’t that the ungrateful traitor who challenged Tornado? What’s the story here? There’s gotta be more to it."
Cursed by Misfortune: "Oh no... I might’ve gone too hard with the insults earlier... Song bro, if I said I didn’t mean it, would you believe me?"
Invincible Black Tornado: "Song was acting on purpose—to expose the troublemaker behind 'True Colors.' We took that guy out this morning. No more need for the act."
Song Peifeng: "Yeah, I’d never actually do something that despicable..."
Swim & Fitness Coach Chen: "Hahaha, my bad, little brother Song..."
Blessed by Fortune: "I knew it! Handsome Song had to have a good reason. When I cursed at you in the group, I was just playing along."
Cursed by Misfortune: "Sis... you’re not even a little embarrassed saying that?"
Song Peifeng: "It’s fine, I get it. I’ll DM you the resources from the supply crates I sold back then."
Blessed by Fortune: "No need, it’s just pocket change... not worth the hassle."
Song Peifeng sucked in a sharp breath. Pocket change? That was two months’ worth of savings for him! The wealth gap was insane...
White Dragon of the Waves: "The group’s livelier with more people now."
Qi Xu returned the supplies he’d taken from Song Peifeng earlier and even upgraded his only weapon, the Ring Blade, to Level 5.
After chatting with the group for a bit, he headed to the main chat hall for his daily flex.
He’d thought the Obsidian Crate was just another boast-worthy drop, but it turned out to be a reward from the Dark Mist Baby.
Invincible Black Tornado: "Since so many players are curious about the Obsidian Crate... here’s what it looks like. [Image]."
Panda Pan Da: "That’s insanely cool."
Escaped Beef from Lanzhou Noodles: "Legendary! This is how real big shots flex—low-key and never annoying!"
God of Wealth’s Only Daughter: "Always so sarcastic—are you just a professional hater?"
Unpruned Trees Grow Crooked: "Tornado, could you please share what kind of supplies are inside? If it’s too sensitive, just ignore me."
Invincible Black Tornado: "It’s fundamentally different from other supply crates. As brutal as this survival game is, with monsters that feel unbeatable, opening an Obsidian Crate gives you hope.
I shouldn’t say too much, so I’ll stop here. Just one last thing—don’t give up."
Made in Huaguo 196: "I understand. And I’m enlightened. Thanks for sharing, Tornado."
Bunny Eats Carrots: "Haven’t spoken in the main chat in ages—last time was when Tornado gave out free chili sauce. Back then, I was ready to quit, but that food kept me alive."
Now, just as I’m losing hope again, Tornado's encouragement appears... sobs Bunny Eats Carrots will become a big shot too someday! I won’t give up!
Li Zi Li: "Persevere, and rebirth will come! Go, Bunny!"
Through Storms Together: "A spark of hope dispels the cold mist; though the journey is long and fraught, we won’t let youth fade like water—march on, and paint a new future! Hang in there, comrades! Heaven never seals all exits—hope lies just ahead."
Energized Girl Pot-de-Gang: "Such poetic flair, uncle! Let’s be friends—we’ll write verses together!"
No Spice, No Life Cutie: "Even if the next disaster is 'Hundred Ghosts Roaming,' I’ve got the will to keep going!"
Iron Shirt, Golden Bell: "The next 20 days will all be 'Hundred Ghosts Roaming.'"
Cursed by Misfortune: "WHAT?! cries Gotta go sharpen my knives! Brother Jin never jokes about this stuff!"
"Charge forward! Let’s all push through together!"
Qi Xu loved seeing such a warm, united atmosphere. Sure, tossing out encouragement now and then might seem a little corny...
But hey—you can’t put a price on doing what you love.
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