At the supermarket entrance.

The crowd surged.

"Did they go?! Did they really go?!"

"Holy crap! This is the first time I've ever seen someone go into Exploration Mode!"

"The big shot is awesome!!!"

Just moments ago, a team of players who were new to the Mad King Dormitory Building entered the "Fierce Ghosts Return" Exploration Mode.

This was an eleven-member exploration squad formed by two dormitories, led by two veteran players who were both six-cycle players.

"Brothers, brothers, the betting pool is open! How many people from Xiong Li's exploration team will make it back alive!" A man wearing ancient-style martial attire shouted loudly.

His name was Wu Tong, the newly appointed Floor Leader of the first floor, also a six-cycle veteran player. When he first arrived at the Mad King Dormitory Building, he led his team to beat the other first-floor players into submission.

This was the operational style of veteran players.

Simple and brutal.

"Brother Wu, what are the rules for the bet!" a player egged him on.

He wore a wizard's robe, and his own abilities didn't seem ordinary either.

The Mad King Dormitory Building had 200 dorm rooms, and 150 were already occupied now. Moreover, the players generally had considerable experience, so all sorts of colorful characters had also increased.

Wu Tong's brows relaxed, a sly glint in his eyes as he said, "There are eleven people in total, so we open eleven betting pools. For the survival count, betting on all eleven surviving means the Copper Coins multiply elevenfold!"

"Damn, Brother Wu, your winning odds are way too high then, a guaranteed profit!"

"Heh, a little gambling is just for fun. Don't play too big. Besides, aside from me, probably no one else can open this betting pool."

"That's true too. Aside from that guy on the top floor, Brother Wu should be the richest."

"I feel Brother Wu is richer than that Blood Grudge Player. That Xu Lang is only a three-cycle player after all!"

The influx of new residents did not overshadow Xu Lang's prominence.

The "Blood Grudge" playstyle had shocked even the veteran players.

They had seen people seeking death, but never to this extent! 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

Most importantly, Xu Lang had succeeded, monopolizing the resources of three floors. Calculated fully, it was equivalent to taking on the monster resources and dangers of sixty households of players all by himself!

A full sixty-fold leverage!

To be this crazy, he was truly one of a kind.

"Damn, don't you guys try to stir up trouble for me." Seeing the players egging him on, Wu Tong laughed and cursed.

Although he was a powerful newcomer, he didn't want to clash with the established local powerhouse.

One was on the first floor, the other on the tenth floor. There was simply no need.

Right at that moment, a group of players exclaimed in surprise, quickly making way, their gazes swiveling in unison towards one direction!

A handsome, upright figure walked over. His eyes were slightly lowered, and his expressionless face carried an innate air of melancholy and cold sharpness!

[Name: Xu Lang]

[Experience: Three-Cycle]

[Dorm Number: 200 (Dorm Owner)]

A brilliant light flashed in Wu Tong's eyes. This three-time champion, who was as elusive as a dragon, had actually appeared!

This was his first time seeing Xu Lang. As expected, an extraordinary person must have an extraordinary appearance!

At this moment, Wu Tong was no different from the other players. His gaze fixed on Xu Lang as he backed away further.

For the sake of survival, it wasn't shameful.

He felt that eventually, someone would step up to test the depths of this three-time champion. He didn't need to stick his neck out.

The very next second after he had this thought, a brave soul blocked Xu Lang's path!

"Something good to watch!"

This thought popped into everyone's mind.

...

[Name: Dragon Blood Venerable]

[Experience: Five-Cycle]

[Dorm Number: 76 (Dorm Owner)]

Looking at the burly man blocking his path, a trace of peculiarity flashed in Xu Lang's eyes.

He had long heard that Name Change Cards could appear in supermarkets or Treasure Chests, but he never imagined someone would use one to choose such a chuunibyou name.

Dragon Blood Venerable crossed his arms. His hands, as large as cattail leaf fans, were covered with bristle-like hair. His eyes, large as copper bells, stared directly at Xu Lang. "I heard you're the strongest among the natives of the Mad King Dormitory Building. Interested in cooperating with me?"

"Not interested." Xu Lang shook his head.

Dragon Blood Venerable's brows instantly furrowed.

He hadn't even said how they would cooperate!

"Heh!" Dragon Blood Venerable's ape-like lips curled upward. "I know your background!"

Li Shuwen and his group were also in the crowd, watching from afar. Knowing Xu Lang's temperament, they understood a conflict was probably unavoidable.

Dragon Blood Venerable looked at Xu Lang and continued:

"Your Turret should be a Level 6 Turret. That's why you had the guts to stack Blood Grudge. But this also exposes a problem—you've invested most of your resources into your dormitory, so your personal combat strength is extremely weak!"

"Moreover, if your dormitory wasn't lacking in combat power, you wouldn't have chosen a high-level dormitory!"

"This is the best proof that your strength is poor!"

"So now, I'm giving you a chance. Give me the Dorm Owner key, and I can lead you to victory!"

Dragon Blood Venerable sneered repeatedly.

He had completely seen through Xu Lang, this paper tiger.

So young after all, to actually go out without his roommates, coming out alone!

Wasn't this giving others an opportunity?!

Dragon Blood Venerable had moved to the Mad King Dormitory Building a day ago. After learning about its special characteristics, he had decided to put down roots here!

The "Shared Glory and Shame" trait was just too sweet.

The Mad King Dormitory Building was a top-tier dormitory building!

"Are you robbing me?" Xu Lang took a step back.

"You can understand it that way!" Dragon Blood Venerable replied, taking a step forward.

In the next instant, a sudden change occurred!

A terrifying force, roaring like dragons and tigers, gathered in Xu Lang's fist, stirring up billowing clouds of mist.

Swinging his arm and shaking his shoulder, his fist viciously blasted towards Dragon Blood Venerable's chest!

Xu Lang had actually taken action without another word!

"What a heavy killing intent!"

Wu Tong's pupils contracted. The moment he saw Xu Lang move, his figure retreated another distance.

Watching the fight was to see if there was a chance to profit, not to get blood splattered on himself!

A look of shock froze on Dragon Blood Venerable's face, followed immediately by him being sent flying backward, his bones cracking and popping!

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Xu Lang took a long stride, planting his foot on Dragon Blood Venerable's chest. However, his gaze didn't linger on the defeated man beneath his foot. Instead, he swept it over the surrounding jackals and calmly said:

"I heard from Ruyan that some players have been to the Laboratory Building recently. I don't want there to be a next time for something like that!"

"Everyone also knows my playstyle. I don't want to hide anything either!"

"If anyone wants to wipe out my household, you can step forward now. I accept challenges from anyone!"

The moment his words fell, with a *crack*, Dragon Blood Venerable's armor Durability hit zero, becoming visible. As the armor shattered, his chest was also stomped into a bloody pulp!

Dragon Blood Venerable died with his eyes wide open, his hands still clutching Xu Lang's calf!

Everyone saw clearly. After being stomped to the ground, Dragon Blood Venerable had been using both hands to try to stop Xu Lang from pressing down, but in the end, his chest was still crushed!

"How many points does Xu Lang's Constitution have?!"

The players were terrified, this question arising simultaneously in their hearts.

Players with rich practical combat experience like Li Shuwen and Wu Tong saw even more information.

Xu Lang being able to crush Dragon Blood Venerable absolutely didn't rely solely on Constitution. There was also a skill system focused on close combat, and the skill combination was incredibly perfect and powerful. Otherwise, he couldn't have achieved such a stunning effect!

"This is his sixteenth layer of Blood Grudge!"

Wu Tong took a deep breath, as if hearing countless Vengeful Spirits roaring.

In the next round, they would tear Xu Lang to shreds!