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"The settlement has changed from once a day to once a week. The longer settlement cycle means it is easier to accumulate points, get better rewards, and advance and change jobs more easily."

"After the first week of winter settlement, the number of ninth-sequence professionals should surge. If resources are allocated properly, we should be able to cultivate quite a few eighth-sequence professionals."

Xiao Yun pondered for a moment, then looked at Ji Mingyu and Zhong Mo beside him, and asked them to each select some promising talents from the Ministry of Security and the Ministry of Justice to train them into eighth-sequence professionals.

After listening to Xiao Yun's explanation, Ji Mingyu frowned:

"Actually, I suggest you concentrate your resources and try to advance to the seventh rank this week. One seventh rank is more intimidating than ten eighth ranks."

Everyone nodded in agreement. Xiao Yun smiled and explained:

"Promotion to the seventh rank requires 10000 points, and resources are scarce in winter. Even if I wanted to advance, it wouldn't be possible in the first week. I would have to wait until our strength gradually increases and we can compete for more resources and monsters outside before I could try."

"Moreover, with more people in the eighth sequence, our guild rating can also improve, which in turn will drive more people to advance. This cycle is the optimal solution."

Xiao Yun's explanation was logical and everyone nodded in agreement. Little did they know that there was another reason why Xiao Yun was not in a hurry to be promoted.

[Announcement 1: Winter is coming, and King-level monsters will appear. Each King-level monster possesses unique and powerful abilities. Those who slay King-level monsters will have the opportunity to advance to a special class.]

[Announcement 2: In 12 days, the first King-level monster - the Azure Crystal Scorpion - will appear in the Azure Crystal Mine, 11 kilometers to the west of this area.] (Note: Each King-level monster is equivalent to a seventh-sequence professional.)

"This King-level monster must be the World Boss mentioned in the world announcement. Defeating it grants the chance to advance to a special class. In that case, we must take down this King-level monster!"

A glint of light flashed in Xiao Yun's eyes, and then he thought of an important question:

"That 'Worry-Free Village' guild can casually send out someone like Wu Haowen, who is at the eighth rank, as a liaison officer. Their strength must be quite terrifying. Moreover, judging from the fact that the student council led by Qi Huiming is only a branch, the sphere of influence of this organization is probably ridiculously large."

"Given that they can compile a book like 'Survival Guide to Another World,' they'll definitely be eyeing King-level monsters as well. That could lead to conflict..."

Xiao Yun's heart sank slightly. He took out the last piece of information and tried to search for specific details about Wuyou Township.

[Ding! Message has been updated]

【Worry-Free Village Guild, rating B-, headquartered in Building 11 of Northwest Associated University in the ancient city, has alliances with many regional institutions such as Xi'an University of Science and Technology and Xi'an Foreign Languages ​​University. Its guild leader is…】

The message ends abruptly here.

Xiao Yun was stunned for a moment, and then he saw countless red exclamation marks rise up.

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"What's going on?!"

Since transmigrating, the forecast system has been almost always successful. Although it cannot fully predict information about S-level talents, this situation will never occur.

"I've only ever seen this happen to Lao Ji and his two friends..."

Xiao Yun's pupils contracted, and suddenly, as if realizing something, he gasped:

"This guy is hiding a huge secret!"

Thinking that he had also killed Qi Huiming, replaced the original student council, and ruined his plans, Xiao Yun's face became even more unpleasant.

On the other side, while everyone was taking advantage of soaking in the hot spring to refresh themselves, they were having a small meeting when they suddenly noticed Xiao Yun standing up.

"You guys chat first. Call me on the channel if you need anything. I have something urgent to attend to, so I'm leaving now."

After hastily leaving out a sentence, without waiting for anyone's response, Xiao Yun dried himself off, put on his clothes, and jogged away from the hot spring center.

"What's wrong with Brother Yun? He wasn't this anxious when he killed Qi Huiming."

"We weren't asked to explain that it's okay. Minister Huang, please don't change the subject. Let's continue talking about the Ministry of Justice's funding."

Ji Mingyu glanced at him coldly. Huang Haoran was taken aback, then shook his head and smiled bitterly.

"Brother Ming, you're asking for too much. I really can't give you that."

"What do you mean by 'your brother' and 'my brother'? Minister Huang, please use your official title when you're at work!"

"..."

On the other side, Xiao Yun pushed open the fixed-point teleportation portal and turned to enter the Eternal Blood Relics.

The doors burst open with a bang, startling the celestial being seated on the throne:

"Oh, our new king is back. What brings you home for a visit?"

"Something's up."

Xiao Yun glanced at it and asked:

"Which cell is that person we brought back yesterday in?"

Seeing Xiao Yun's serious expression, the Star Spirit instantly dropped its frivolous demeanor:

"Inner Ring Road, Second Prison, the most luxurious single cell on the third basement level."

"Okay, thanks."

Xiao Yun casually said something and turned to leave, but was suddenly stopped by the Star Spirit.

"New King, what's going on outside? Why is it so cold? This is only the first mysterious revival and the Everfrost Season has already begun? The temperature is too low, and the production rate of various resources in the ruins has dropped by a third. If this continues, the ruins will fall into slumber."

Xiao Yun stopped in his tracks and frowned:

"Is it that serious? Is there any way to avoid it?"

Xiao Yun stopped in his tracks and frowned:

"Is it that serious? Is there any way to avoid it?"

"Yes, it's quite troublesome."

"That's good. We'll talk about the details when I get back in a bit."

Xiao Yun waved his hand, and just as he took a step, he heard the Star Spirit behind him let out a long sigh:

"New King, I'm afraid... I won't live for many more days."

The heavy sound echoed in the throne room, and a chill seeped in from outside the ruins, causing Xiao Yun to shiver involuntarily.

After a moment of silence, Xiao Yun sighed softly, his voice trembling slightly:

"So fast...?"

Although the astral spirit is a bit unreliable, it is absolutely devoted to me. Whenever I come, it always tries to find ways to bypass the constraints of the rules and reveal some knowledge from the previous era to me. It also often accompanies me in developing and practicing my talents. It is no exaggeration to call it a good teacher and helpful friend.

I had originally planned to wait for the 'right time' to use the Star Tears to reshape its body and allow it to live a long life in this era, but I never expected to receive this news.

"Yes, I originally thought I could live for at least three to five years, but now it seems I only have half a month left to live."

The astral spirit gave a bitter laugh, its voice filled with emotion:

"The new era is truly amazing. In just over thirty days, you have covered the distance that took people in the previous era more than ten years to complete. What's next? How long will it take you to conquer the world? And will you be able to set foot in the stars in just ten years?"

"It's truly something to look forward to. Even I, an artificial celestial being, am starting to feel a desire not to die, especially after encountering such an incredible new king as you..."

The astral being paused as it spoke, then bowed deeply to Xiao Yun, whose back was turned to it:

"But I'm very sorry, Your Majesty, I'm afraid I won't live to see the moment you ignite the world with your blood and fire..."