"I understand this," responded [Tian Xia Ba Zhu].
After the twentieth day of the newcomer trial, many people began to lack equipment. Thus, Zhou Yan conceived the idea of acquiring a large quantity of high-level materials through this method.
Those individuals had no choice but to agree to the exchange, unless they wished to fail the newcomer trial.
This was also the reason his territory's level was able to upgrade to level 25; it was all paid for with equipment.
When their equipment broke, no one could repair it. They could only recycle it to him, and then most of the prepared items would be purchased from him again.
He dictated the prices for selling equipment, no matter how he sold it.
After all, he possessed the most and the most complete and superior equipment within the entire newcomer trial.
If he stated that he would exchange for materials, then they could only exchange for materials.
It could be said that seventy percent of all high-level materials in the newcomer trial had been taken by him.
After all, the high-level materials they could obtain were already limited, and keeping them held little significant value. Exchanging them for equipment to complete the newcomer trial was the best option.
[Tian Xia Ba Zhu] then put forth a considerable amount of three-star materials, and even some four-star materials. Finally, he also placed ten pieces of five-star materials.
"How do you have five-star materials, you kid?" Zhou Yan was indeed very surprised.
"They're useless to me. It's better to exchange them for some silver equipment. After the newcomer trial ends, one can still buy these things if they have money," [Tian Xia Ba Zhu] replied.
This statement was not incorrect. Materials below five-star could be purchased on the Lord Continent as long as one was willing to spend money.
Even those above five-star could be bought at a significant price.
As for exceptionally rare materials, that was another matter.
Based on the materials provided by the other party, Zhou Yan offered a reasonable amount of equipment. He gave the other party five pieces of silver equipment, which was quite generous of him.
"Thanks, big boss."
After the transaction with [Tian Xia Ba Zhu] was completed, many more people subsequently brought materials to exchange for equipment with him.
Furthermore, because the monsters today were particularly ferocious, the amount of equipment he recycled was substantial.
He instructed Jerry and the others to prioritize repairing silver-tier equipment, and some even recycled golden-tier equipment.
They had no choice but to recycle it; they didn't have Zhou Yan's contact information and couldn't privately message him for repairs. Leaving it with them was also useless, so they could only grit their teeth and recycle it to him.
Zhou Yan was naturally delighted. In any case, he had no intention of selling the golden equipment; he planned to keep it for his own people.
His territory had gained an additional five hundred people, which required five hundred sets of bronze equipment.
As for silver sets, that was something not achievable at the moment.
Fortunately, his equipment inventory was extensive, and he had prepared a full set of bronze equipment for every soldier in the [Trapped Formation Camp].
Those above the rank of corporal each possessed a piece of silver equipment.
Chen Qingzhi, as the commander, naturally had a full set of silver equipment along with a golden weapon. It was essential for a commander to have sufficiently good equipment.
[Bing Dong San Chi] also sent him a message.
Zhou Yan took a look and realized they were asking for his help in repairing equipment.
Zhou Yan replied, "What equipment do you need repaired?"
"Three pieces of golden equipment. I can offer materials as compensation for the repairs," [Bing Dong San Chi] replied.
Zhou Yan was surprised. He hadn't expected the other party to possess three pieces of golden equipment; it seemed their luck was quite good.
The offer of materials as compensation greatly pleased Zhou Yan; he preferred materials.
"No problem."
As soon as he finished speaking, the other party directly initiated a trade. Not only did they put forth the three golden equipment pieces with no durability left, but they also provided a substantial amount of materials.
340 portions of three-star materials, 20 portions of four-star materials, and three portions of five-star materials.
This was a very profitable deal, and he immediately completed the transaction.
He also replied, "I guarantee to repair it for you as quickly as possible."
[Bing Dong San Chi] did not respond, evidently satisfied with his business approach.
The primary reason was his generosity; that's why he responded this way.
If the other party had offered less compensation, they would still have to wait in line.
He handed the three pieces of equipment over to Jerry, instructing him to begin the repairs.
Jerry was also delighted to see golden equipment; he enjoyed repairing such high-tier items.
He was busy until around 12 AM before he had time to embrace Zhen Mi for cultivation.
He managed his time reasonably every day, rotating through the three women for cultivation, and today was Zhen Mi's turn.
As for Sun Shangxiang, he estimated that after the newcomer trial, he would have her undergo class advancement. Once that was completed, hehehe...
The twenty-ninth day of the newcomer trial!
The monsters did not appear early today. They began to emerge at eight in the morning.
However, their numbers were greater than yesterday's, and they launched a full-scale assault from the outset, swarming in as if intending to annihilate the entire territory in one go.
"The numbers are truly immense."
Zhou Yan couldn't help but sigh. Fortunately, he had summoned an additional five hundred [Trapped Formation Camp] soldiers yesterday, otherwise, facing today's monsters would have been quite troublesome.
The monsters that appeared this time were all level 19 elite monsters. However, they were not mechanical monsters, which gave him some relief. He really disliked facing those mechanical creatures.
This was a pack of level 19 elite Ironclad Earth Dragons. They had a layer of armor on their backs resembling steel, and each stood two meters tall. At first glance, they were monsters with extremely high defense.
Although these Ironclad Earth Dragons had formidable defenses, their speed was not fast, which was a slight advantage.
However, when these Ironclad Earth Dragons advanced at full speed, their earth-shattering momentum was still quite imposing.
As the Ironclad Earth Dragons entered the attack range of the defensive towers, the [High-Energy Gatling Turrets] unleashed concentrated barrages of gatling fire. The power of these laser cannons was immense, and coupled with their R-quality designation, these Ironclad Earth Dragons still fell on the path.
Chen Qingzhi, clad in a white robe with a stern expression and unsmiling demeanor, rested the tip of his hand on the hilt of the longsword at his waist, his eyes fixed on the monsters outside.
Seeing that the defensive towers could inflict devastating damage on these monsters, he was quite satisfied. He remained silent and made no move, waiting for the monsters to break through the defensive towers' range.
After half an hour, some Ironclad Earth Dragons finally breached the defensive towers' coverage and advanced towards the territory.
Chen Qingzhi finally took action, raising one hand. A soldier began to raise a flag to relay orders.
Upon receiving the command, the [White Robed Ghost Soldiers] below the city walls began to move. The front ranks raised their shields for defense, while the middle ranks prepared to sortie at any moment. As for the rear ranks, they all drew their bows, ready to unleash arrows.
As Chen Qingzhi's hand gestures changed, the rear ranks fired arrows into the air, then nocked and drew their bows again, shooting towards the sky.
The arrows descended in a parabolic trajectory, then plunged into the midst of these monsters.
Although the Ironclad Earth Dragons were encased in iron armor, these were not ordinary arrows. Many were coated with potent poison, and once pierced, they would succumb to death by poisoning.
One by one, Ironclad Earth Dragons fell to the ground. However, as the number of monsters increased, some Ironclad Earth Dragons still broke through the arrow's coverage and charged towards the city walls.
Chen Qingzhi changed his hand gestures again. The rear ranks replaced their arrows with long spears, as the front-ranking soldiers adopted an offensive posture.
The soldiers began to spread out, forming formations of five. Seemingly dispersed, they were, in fact, a military formation.
The Five-Star Annihilation Formation.
Under the leadership of Chen Qingzhi, the White Robed Ghost Soldiers finally engaged in their first battle.