"..." Chen Guo was speechless. She hadn't thought much of it before, but now that she did, she realized something—Lord Grim was actually a transferred account from Server 1, and it had never been used before. This was proven by the fact that only level 1 account cards could be transferred.
Moreover, whether in the Heavenly Domain or the professional scene, no one had ever seen an unspecialized class wielding the Thousand Chance Umbrella. It was being witnessed for the first time now. So it was reasonable to think that Ye Xiu had switched classes, and to use an Unspecialized—a class that combines over 120 skills from different professions—required mastery of them all.
At that moment, Chen Guo realized she had overlooked such an important detail and only began thinking about it when Ron pointed it out. Her view of Ye Xiu changed completely; she felt she hadn't appreciated his skill enough. Ron didn't say it aloud, but he deeply respected that weapon. He knew the equipment editor system, yet to create something of that level was nothing short of genius.
"I see… now that you've pointed it out, I don't think it's unreasonable. I'll ask him," Chen Guo said.
"Then, I'll trouble you, Guo Guo! Thanks!" Tang Rou said.
"No problem." Without another word, she went out to find Ye Xiu. What a good friend—willing to find the best teacher for Tang Rou.
"Also, thanks for your support," Tang Rou added, looking at Ron.
"Not a big deal. If you need help with anything, I'm willing to lend a hand—though Battle Mage isn't exactly my specialty," Ron replied.
"Really? I can ask you anything?" Tang Rou asked.
"...Yes?" Ron blinked, slightly confused. He didn't realize what he had just promised—anything, even things beyond Glory.
"Then I'll take your word for it," Tang Rou said with a faint smile. This time, though, there was something different in her eyes, something Ron completely missed.
Ron kept playing, grinding monsters in Bone Graveyard to level up since dungeon entries had already reached their limit. Tang Rou, still in the beginner village, watched his gameplay closely. As for Ye Xiu—after Chen Guo's question—he picked up a computer and diligently worked on guides and videos to help Tang Rou. For the number one Battle Mage, that was an easy task.
Ye Xiu was actually a bit excited. Tang Rou, Ron, and now Steamed Bun Invasion—all showed great potential. Without realizing it, his plan to return to the pro scene was slowly taking shape.
It was already past dinnertime, and Tang Rou had barely managed to reach level 5. To progress further, she just needed to hunt monsters or clear dungeons. Ron suggested she test out her battle mage skills by fighting wild monsters to get familiar with her abilities. Having two top-tier players guiding her—what a lucky girl. Although Ron focused more on general tactics and fundamentals, it helped a lot in Ye Xiu's absence.
"It's past dinner. Are you going to eat?" Tang Rou asked.
"Oh?" Hearing her, Ron checked the time and realized it was indeed late. He decided to grab something to eat. Although the café was open 24/7, other restaurants weren't. His house was nearby, but walking around with an empty stomach wasn't ideal. "Thanks for reminding me. I'll go eat now."
"I'm planning to have dinner too. Want to join me? I know a good place with great food," Tang Rou offered.
"Really? I'm not familiar with this area yet, so I'll trouble you then," Ron said, accepting the invitation—not knowing what he was getting himself into.
Was he always this carefree? Tang Rou wondered. They had only just met, and things were moving fast. She knew he was her brother, but to Ron, she was a stranger—he shouldn't be this trusting. Still, Ron was confident in his martial arts, so he wasn't worried.
The two left the café and chose a nearby restaurant. Normally, Chen Guo would have invited them for dinner, but she was so exhausted she fell asleep on the couch upstairs.
After dinner, the two grew closer. Tang Rou asked many questions, which Ron answered truthfully. Some were personal, but most were about the game. He explained core concepts, how to think strategically, and the importance of coordination—moving efficiently and effectively to deal maximum damage. Ron didn't go into too much detail, just enough to give her a solid understanding.
When they returned, Ye Xiu was already on his shift. Seeing them, he said first,
"I've finished organizing the guides for you. I sent them to your computer."
He was referring to the station where Tang Rou usually played. Chen Guo had made sure that spot was always reserved for her. Everyone knew—except Ron, who never noticed. To him, a computer was just a computer.
"Thanks," Tang Rou said and sat down.
Meanwhile, Ron tapped the counter a few times. "Have you eaten yet? I brought you this—consider it a consultation fee for teaching her, since I was the one who suggested it."
"How thoughtful! Don't worry about it!" Ye Xiu chuckled and accepted the food. He hadn't eaten yet since he was focused on sorting the guides.
"I don't think I could teach her as well as you. You're clearly more familiar with Battle Mage—I'm guessing that's your main class," Ron said.
Ye Xiu was slightly taken aback. To think Ron guessed so accurately—but on what basis?
"Oh? You can tell?" he asked.
"Yeah. You mainly use Battle Mage and Launcher skills. You do use some Brawler and Blademaster moves, but not nearly as much. Unspecialized isn't classless—it's a combination of classes," Ron explained.
"You're right… By the way, want to join the Goblin Merchant raid?" Ye Xiu asked.
"Another wild boss? I'd love to, but I have to check on someone's progress," Ron said.
"I see… that's too bad." Ye Xiu understood. He couldn't always guide Tang Rou himself—there were materials to farm, levels to grind, and other responsibilities. Having Ron around to help eased his burden.
Later that night, Ye Xiu joined Tyrannical Ambition's raid against the Goblin Merchant, while Ron continued guiding Tang Rou. His focus was more on fundamentals and general mechanics, while Ye Xiu handled the advanced details. With both of them, Tang Rou's growth would be extraordinary. For Ye Xiu, it was like mentoring a future prodigy. But for Ron, it was like drinking a slow-acting poison.
Ron helped Tang Rou through dungeon runs, explaining monster patterns and basic tactics. He wanted her to master the fundamentals so Ye Xiu wouldn't have to waste time explaining the basics later—making her learning more efficient.
They spent hours clearing dungeons, leveling up, and doing quests. Luckily, in the beginner village, dungeons could be repeated endlessly—though that would change after level 20. During one dungeon run, Tang Rou noticed something odd. Ron's character wasn't moving. She hadn't realized it earlier since she was focused on fighting.
Curious, she glanced beside her—only to find Ron sleeping soundly at the desk.
"He must be exhausted from all the work he's done," she thought. She didn't log him out; instead, she set his character to follow hers. Ron's level was 22, while Tang Rou was only 12, so he wouldn't gain any experience anyway. The beginner village was safe—no monsters or players would attack him there. Still, Tang Rou chooses to do this, having the feeling of protecting someone while continuously running dungeons.
When she was done, Tang Rou gently adjusted his posture so he wouldn't wake up sore. Realizing no one was watching, she leaned closer and softly kissed his forehead.
"Goodnight…" she whispered. As if nothing had happened, Tang Rou went back to playing, while Ron remained asleep—blissfully unaware.