CHAPTER 2043: CHAPTER 1657: FIGHTING OVER TREASURE CHESTS (DOUBLE-LENGTH) (PART 2)

Just as they entered the lair, the ground began to tremble, and a blood-red skeleton emerged from it. This skeleton was approximately three meters tall, clutching a Bone Spear in its hand. It was the Spear-Wielding Skeleton that Su Ran had mentioned.

Facing thousands of charging players, the Spear-Wielding Skeleton let out a low growl, summoning dozens of Dual-Ax Skeletons to rush towards the players.

"Damn, why do monsters spawn at such a critical moment? What rotten luck!"

"Brothers, charge! The Platinum treasure chest is waiting for us!"

"Kill! Wipe out all these skeletons!"

"Hahaha, if we can take down both bosses, imagine how much good stuff will drop! Just thinking about it is thrilling!"

"Charge!!!"

The players, driven to madness, surged toward the lair of the Skeleton Saint like a tidal wave, completely disregarding the Spear-Wielding Skeleton. There were only three treasure chests, first come, first served. Even if they perished, it would be worth it!

"Swish!"

The Spear-Wielding Skeleton was not about to let the players disturb the Skeleton Saint. With a sweep of its Bone Spear, it condensed a blood-red blade and slashed into the crowd.

The players at the front were attacked, their momentum slowed, and they stumbled as players behind them pushed forward, making it impossible to maintain their balance. They fell to the ground, and the clumsy movements of the crowd caused many teammates to trip and fall, creating chaos.

This was the downside of having too many people; without a commander or formation, the Spear-Wielding Skeleton’s strike had a huge impact.

"A bunch of rabble!"

Su Ran muttered a low jeer and did not linger near the treasure chests for long. He hid in the corner, knowing his invisibility time was almost up and he needed to be prepared.

These players were not on Su Ran’s radar; he was constantly searching for the sight of a green hat. Given the current situation, that guy should be showing up soon.

"Clack, clack, clack!"

The Spear-Wielding Skeleton, leading the Dual-Ax Skeletons, killed its way into the crowd. Its bony arm reached out repeatedly, the Bone Spear forming illusions and piercing through three players in succession, executing an easy triple kill.

"Not good, this one is tough. Let’s take out this skeleton boss first!"

The players couldn’t withstand the onslaught of the Spear-Wielding Skeleton, their expressions changing instantly as they turned to attack the blood-red skeleton.

The Dual-Ax Skeletons instinctively formed a circle, protecting the Spear-Wielding Skeleton while attacking the players. A murderous frenzy commenced, with the sounds of slaughter and the smell of blood filling the air to an overwhelming degree.

"Boom!"

A player was sent flying by the Spear-Wielding Skeleton, hitting the Skeleton Saint. The impact unleashed a great force from within the Skeleton Saint, flinging the player against the wall where they perished on the spot.

At the same time, the Bone Soul Ghost Fire started to burn in the hollow sockets of the Skeleton Saint, the noise acting as a catalyst, causing the flames to burn even brighter. It slowly stood up from the ground, now wielding a large coffin ruler, and glared angrily at the trespassing humans.

"You all deserve to die!!!"

With the Skeleton Saint’s roar, nearly a hundred Skeleton Warriors emerged from the ground. Under its command, they all charged at the players.

"Damn, the big boss has woken up!"

"Why be afraid? With so many of us, we can wear them down to death! As long as we kill these skeletons, the treasure chest will be ours!"

"Kill!"

Driven by the promise of the Platinum treasure chest, the players were desperate, using all their attack skills recklessly. Magic volleys filled the air, the scene reaching a fever pitch.

"Damn!"

Their frenzied counterattack caused significant casualties among the Dual-Ax Skeletons and Skeleton Warriors. The Skeleton Saint was infuriated, charging into the crowd to unleash a bloody massacre.

With the Skeleton Saint’s participation, the tide of battle turned instantly, becoming one-sided. The players were defeated again and again, and if not for the allure of those few treasure chests, they would have fled long ago.

"Finally, you decided to come out!"

Su Ran’s gaze had been fixed on the direction of the three treasure chests, and he finally saw the familiar figure of someone with a green hat. The guy emerged from the ground and quickly ran to the most valuable Platinum treasure chest. He tried to lift it but couldn’t, then took out the Platinum key to open it directly.

"Swish!"

The Platinum treasure chest opened, filling the entire space with a platinum glow. Such a spectacle captured everyone’s attention.

"Damn it, someone’s trying to jump the queue!"

"We’ve been slogging here killing the boss, and he wants to monopolize the loot? No way!"

"Brothers, charge and grab the treasure chest!!!"

After all their hard work, they wouldn’t just let someone else reap the rewards. They bypassed the skeletons and charged toward the Platinum treasure chest. Even with dwindling health, they ignored it, almost reaching a state of madness.

With such numbers, it was like a flood gate had opened, and even the powerful Skeleton Saint couldn’t stop them. In its rage, it unleashed attack after attack, killing hundreds of players instantly, their bodies scattered on the ground.

"Green hat, you bastard, put the treasure chest down!"

"Despicable scoundrel, you’re so damned shameless!"

Seeing the green hat open the Platinum treasure chest and reaching for the treasures inside, players couldn’t hold back, yelling curses like street scoundrels.

But that couldn’t shake the green hat. The Platinum treasure chest already bore his tag in his mind. He shouted tauntingly, "With you drawing the boss’s aggro, I can relax. Thanks, everyone~!"

"Damn it!"

"Brothers, this guy dares to taunt us. If we don’t kill him, I won’t rest in peace!"

"This is unbearable, he must be slaughtered today!"

"Right, only by killing him can we vent our frustration!"

Infuriated by the green hat’s words, the crowd moved at their maximum speed, determined to deal with him before the treasure was spoiled.

However,

The Skeleton Saint and the Spear-Wielding Skeleton weren’t to be underestimated. Leading a group of subordinates, they slaughtered the surrounding players mercilessly. In a short time, they had already killed two to three thousand players, thoroughly enjoying themselves!

Even with a third of their numbers reduced, the players were still burning with a desire to kill the green hat. The treasure inside the chest must not fall into his hands!

"Hahaha, by the time you get here, it’ll be too late! I’m going to collect all the treasures right before your eyes!"

The green hat laughed loudly, his expression full of pride, as he reached into the Platinum treasure chest to grab the pile of golden treasures. But just then, a purple flame attacked him directly, catching him by surprise. His triumphant expression froze on his face.

"Boom!!!"

The Netherworld Purple Fire erupted on the spot, its flames shooting into the air and enveloping the green hat. The sticky flames immobilized him, and no amount of struggling helped. His expression changed drastically as he cursed, "Who’s ambushing me? Show yourself!"

"Haha, green hat, it’s your turn to suffer! Heaven has eyes, scum like you deserve to die!"

"Go back home and wear your green hat! Don’t embarrass yourself in the game!"

"This is... Netherworld Purple Fire! Spilt Water Can’t Be Regained’s ultimate move!"

"Not good, with him around, the Platinum treasure chest is in danger!"

When they saw the green hat trapped, the players reveled in his misfortune. But when they realized Spilt Water Can’t Be Regained might be nearby, their expressions changed.

If Spilt Water Can’t Be Regained was also after the Platinum treasure chest, they would stand no chance!

Since he hadn’t appeared yet, they gave it their all, running as if pursued by wolves, pushing their speed to the limit.

"Spilt Water Can’t Be Regained? Damn it, why is it you again!"

Reminded by the players, the green hat realized whose trap he had fallen into. Enraged and exasperated, he couldn’t stop cursing, venting his fury.