Chapter 172 A Well-Thought Out Long Term Consideration
Changing Springs decision startled everyone.
Substitute was an extremely sensitive word. Everyone knew what Changing Spring meant on the outside, but on the inside, did he mean that, from now on, Blue Rivers spot as one of the Five Great Experts was going to be replaced?
From a skill level point of view, Poplar Beach was superior to Blue River. Changing Spring wasnt the only person who saw this. However, the reason why the Five Great Experts were great wasnt simply decided on their skill. Blue River was far more popular than Poplar Beach was.
However, when Changing Spring suddenly announced his decision, no one approached him to inquire for more information. After all, they were only guessing. They didnt have the willpower to confirm that those were Changing Springs actual motives.
On the other hand, Poplar Beach and his group were, without a doubt, extremely happy. Although they didnt try to assert whether Changing Spring was raising their position, this was at least an important first step. If he replaced Blue River and set a stable record in the tenth server, which Blue River believed wasnt possible, then it would prove who was superior and who was inferior. His name would definitely become more well-known. In addition, Blue Rivers cowardice caused many to feel dissatisfied with him. He might even be able to win over the supporters of Blue River.
Poplar Beach was excited. Just as he was about to go up and declare his position, he heard Blue River calmly say: Lord Grim and his party, four Level 30s without a Knight nor a Cleric, completed the First Kill for the Fire Witch.
Is that why youre wavering? Changing Spring said.
This is more proof of his strength, but more importantly, I suddenly realized that his actions are completely rational. Our selfish actions are the ones that arent. From a neutral perspective, this is fair competition.
Then us setting the record is fair competition too.
Of course...... But because we need that record, this isnt a good choice. Blue River said.
Good or not, we have to try it first! Blue Bridge, do you believe in that Lord Grims skill more than ours? Poplar Beach had trouble finding this chance. He was truly afraid that Blue River would successfully convince Changing Spring, so he hastily squeezed into the conversation.
Blue River paused for a long time, before saying: Skill...... isnt something that a person can have just by believing.
Correct. Seeing how Lord Grims group was able to beat a wild BOSS six levels higher than them, Lord Grim is definitely more skilled than we are. Changing Spring said, However, for a dungeon like Desolate Land, theres a limit to how much skill can be drawn out. Id even reckon that if a pro-team came to this dungeon, wed be on par with them. If they can do it, we can do it too. Whatever theyre able do that we cant has no effect on this dungeon.
Youre certainly right! Guild leader, we should go! Poplar Beach said excitedly.
Blue Bridge has to help you find a card first, no? Changing Spring said.
Oh, Blue Bridge old friend, sorry to trouble you. Poplar Beach laughed. He already had thoughts about showing off in the tenth server yesterday. He had already found an account in the tenth server to use. However, there was no need for him to use it. He might as well let Blue River prepare it!
One last thing! Blue River wasnt done yet, Lord Grims class is unspecialized. This is a class that we dont have. Its an unknown variable.
Even if its a variable, why do you think that its a disadvantageous variable? Poplar Beach replied back to Blue River this time, Even more so, unspecialized characters arent something that Lord Grim invented, right? They were invented way back then. If they really are more advantageous, why hasnt every dungeon record been set by them? Speaking of records, in the record teams of every server, why arent there any unspecialized characters, hm? If unspecialized characters are so amazing and can set records that others cant break, then why arent they still popular?
Poplar Beach really had done his homework. He had intentionally researched the dungeon records and record teams from every server.
Well, its true that unspecialized characters are from way back then........ Blue Rivers explanation was clearly weakening. Some of the brothers nearby were unable to listen to him any longer. None of them understood why Blue River was being so stubborn.
Old Blue, just let it be! Someone sent a message.
Let the guild leader and them try it out.
We can fight it out first. If not, then therell be other options.
Okay, its settled then! Changing Spring finally said, Blue Bridge, can you prepare another Blade Master? Well go set it again during the day.
Blue River had nothing else to say and could only agree in silence.
At three oclock, the five man team from the Heavenly Domains Blue Brook Guild appeared once again in the tenth server. Except this time, the Blade Master was Poplar Beach.
Flying Brushstroke and the others didnt say anything. They werent happy about Blue Rivers stubbornness from the day before either and werent happy about Poplar Beach either. However, Poplar Beach was indeed more skilled than Blue River. With him, the record they would set would definitely be higher.
Seniors, are we going? Poplar Beach was trembling with excitement.
Lets go! Changing Spring didnt say anything more. They began setting the record as soon as they got to Desolate Land.
It was just a low-leveled dungeon. They were also familiar with it, so there wasnt a need for a lot of leading. The atmosphere was heavy the entire time as they pushed their way through the dungeon. It was only when they got to the final BOSS, where they needed better coordination, did they begin to warn each other more. Even so, the heavy atmosphere didnt lighten up. It seemed like only Poplar Beach was full of spirit. The other four seemed somewhat spiritless. Their final time was still a bit worse than the original record, making them feel quite dissatisfied.
Seniors, if we just casually go at it, well break the record. If we just practice a bit more, well definitely break it! Poplar Beach wasnt discouraged and encouraged them.
You three, come here. Changing Spring went to one side. He called over Flying Brushstroke, Chilling Nightfall, and Dawn of Ice.
Poplar Beach was startled. It was obvious they were excluding him. What was this guy saying in private! Poplar Beach felt gloomy, but he didnt show it. He mindlessly attacked nearby monsters. He raised his volume to the maximum level and almost went crazy hearing the angry yells of the monsters, but he wasnt able to hear what they were saying.
Whats wrong with you three? Changing Springs tone was serious.
In the end, of the three characters, one head turned left, one turned right, one looked up at the sky. This movement could be done by changing the camera angle.
I say. Youre not actually doubting Blue River, are you? Chilling Nightfall said with his head turned left.
Nonsense, how could I do that. Changing Spring said.
It wasnt like Blue Bridges reasoning made no sense. Dawn of Ice said with his head looking up at the sky.
I know. Changing Spring sighed.
Was it just that you werent happy with his attitude? Flying Brushstroke said with his head turned right.
Stupid b*stard, f*ck off, do you think Im you? Changing Spring said.
Oh?
In any case, this is the only step we can take. Changing Spring said.
What do you mean?
If we did as Blue Bridge said and chose to reach an agreement with Lord Grim, then wed be acting too hasty. If the news spread, what would the guild members think? With that punk Poplar Beach, things might become even messier. Thats why we definitely cant suddenly come to an agreement with Lord Grim. Changing Spring said.
But whyd you replace Blue Bridge? Even if this was something that he didnt want to do, I believe that he would still go all out. That Poplar Beach looks so pleased with himself. I admit that hes a bit more skilled than Blue Bridge, but its only by a bit. Flying Brushstroke was someone who wasnt afraid to say what his opinions were. Whether he was happy or not, he wouldnt hide it.
A bit better is just one of the reasons. More importantly, we have to consider whether Lord Grim really can break our record. With Poplar Beach, weve shut his group up. Later, if we ever have to make a negotiation with Lord Grim again, they wont be as arrogant. Changing Spring said.
Flying Brushstroke heard this and stared blankly. Chilling Nightfall followed: Then what if Lord Grim isnt able to break our record?
Then that means Blue Bridge was wrong. What else could that mean? Changing Spring plainly said.
You....... Dawn of Ice gasped.
A well-thought-out long-term strategy! Flying Brushstroke said.
Thats why Im the guild leader and not you. Changing Spring wasnt polite, Okay then, everyone cheer up. F*ck, if Blue Bridge was here, hed definitely be more spirited than you three. If we dont set the record today, then Ill have you guys squat here in the tenth server and never return.
Ha ha ha ha, we just need more practice for that record. If we dont set it this afternoon, well definitely be able to set it tonight!
The four laughed and then headed towards the entrance.
Were going! They called out to Poplar Beach. Poplar Beach was a bit puzzled. He could clearly feel that after their private conversation, their tones seemed to have changed. What happened?
On their second run, the previous heavy atmosphere suddenly went away. Their communication cleared up as well. Their way through the dungeon went smoothly, yet there were still problems when they got to Toya. Even though they beat the record, they had only improved it by five seconds, far from what they wanted.
D*mn, this isnt good. We were only able to beat it by a bit. We havent gotten the results we want and were about to level up with the experience reward....... Flying Brushstroke cursed. Besides getting a Purple equipment as a reward, they would also get a lot of experience.
What are you afraid of! There are plenty of characters for you to use. Continue setting!
On their third run, they made a major mistake on a mob of monsters. However, none of them cared. Right now, they wanted to improve the record and the only place they would improve on was their coordination against the final BOSS Toya.
They had finished their three runs, but they hadnt gotten the time they wanted. These runs could be considered as practice.
Well go again at midnight. Right now, come with me to the other nine servers and practice! You all have your account cards, right?! Changing Spring said.