Level Up in Earth Evolution

Chapter 124: Monster Stampede - 1

"Sir William, the connection isn't going through," Daniel informed with an anxious expression as he tried to connect with his companions using a communication tool.

However, every time the connection was cut off by some sort of interference.

Hearing this, William frowned with an ugly expression.

"Just forget this; the monster stampede isn't something that could be stopped now. Also, the most important thing is to kidnap the hero; we will think of other things later," he concluded and mixed up with the anxious crowd.

While Daniel, Mark, and Zek also followed after him.

...

Inside the party hall, Guild Master Maurice looked at the anxious crowd.

However, they were only anxious, and no one showed fear; even Li Wei and his party were the same.

"Everyone, you all must be thinking this is a normal stampede, right? But it's not. When the captain knight received the news of a high-level monster, he immediately used his skills to check, and he found a large horde of monsters heading towards the city."

"It wouldn't be a problem if that's the case; however, there are unknown numbers of monsters above level 50, so even though Priestess Irene is here, it would be a hard fight," he reminded everyone with serious expression.

"Guild master, as long as the high-level monsters won't interfere, we can eliminate them all."

"Yes, guild master, don't worry about it; we have a lot of experience fighting the horde of monsters."

The adventurers who were confident assured him. They were also excited because they could level up faster in the stampede.

Looking at them like this, Maurice pondered whether he should tell them about dark factions or not when he received a telepathy message.

It was from Priestess Irene, saying not to disclose anything yet. He felt puzzled but agreed with her and looked at the excited adventurers.

"I know you all want to level up, but let me tell you this monster stampede isn't normal, so always keep your guard up."

"Also, gather at the North City gate as soon as possible; there will be important decision-making, and you all must take part in it," he said and turned towards Irene.

"Priestess Irene, I would like you to come with me to the Valeria Terrace; the city lord is waiting there for you," he informed her.

In response, Irene nodded and left with him while her legion still remained inside the party to stop any attacks from dark factions.

"Everyone, the city is facing a threat, so the party will stop here, but after we pass through it successfully, I will host the party again," Loid announced, informing the end of the party.

"Mr. Loid, I will be looking forward to the party, but I want to buy a few things. Is your shop open now?" an adventurer asked.

"Of course, my shop will remain open like always; it has been in previous stampedes, and we have a lot of stock, so you don't need to worry," Loid replied with a smile.

"Thanks, Mr. Loid; I will be at your shop then," the adventurer thanked him and left with his party.

The others also started leaving one by one, and Bai Feng also followed out with his party members.

He didn't continue what he wanted to because it will leave a very bad impression.

'Damn, just which hole did Diablo come from, and why is he so against me?' he cursed thinking about it.

He was actually warned by the knights not to create any trouble.

However, he changed his mind after receiving a transmission from a person named Leo, who is from another kingdom and came to observe him.

After watching Bai Feng for a while, Leo knew he has an interest in Li Xin, so he proposed that he would take care of any trouble, and all Bai Feng has to do is marry the princess of their kingdom.

It wasn't his idea, but the king of the kingdom asked him to find a chance to talk about the marriage with him, and Leo hit the iron when it was hot.

As for how he will take care of trouble, there were various ways, but it was all interrupted by the holy son of the world, Diablo.

'Just who is that Diablo, and why is he targeting the hero?' Leo thought as he made his way out while also thinking about whether Diablo's words are true or not.

But what he does not know is that Diablo was just spouting nonsense to create trouble for Bai Feng.

After not getting any answers with thinking, he gave up and followed Bai Feng silently.

As everyone made their way out of the party hall, Li Wei too did the same after saying goodbyes to Emily and her family.

Once outside Li Xin looked at him.

"Brother, do you know who Mr. Diablo is?" she inquired with doubt because it looked like Diablo has a middle schooler syndrome, and somehow she felt very familiar with it.

However, Li Wei instantly shook his head.

"Why would I know him, and this isn't the time to talk about this; we should get changed to battle attire and head to the north gate," he replied, changing the topic.

Li Xin nodded knowing the situation and returned to their villa with everyone to change.

"Phew, almost got caught," Li Wei muttered to himself as he waited for everyone in the hall.

The Diablo was none other than his clone, and he ordered it to kill Bai Feng when he heard his nonsense.

As for the troubles, he can just claim himself as a hero more powerful than Bai Feng, and it will solve the problem.

However, Irene stopped the attack, so he didn't have any choice other than spouting the nonsense with his imagination.

"I should be more careful when using the Diablo. Also, let's see how long you can live," Li Wei muttered, his eyes flashing coldly.

He wasn't an idiot and could figure out that Bai Feng must have gained backing to do this, if not in front of the priestess, he wouldn't dare.

'Just don't let me find out who you are, or it won't end up good for you,' he thought and calmed his anger when he heard the lift coming down.

"Brother, we are ready," Li Xin informed him, coming out from the lift with everyone in their battle attire.

"Okay, that's good. Our levels are 30 on the fake status, so we will be fighting with the same level monsters. Also, I won't unlock your levels until there is a need, so don't go far away from me," Li Wei warned everyone with a serious expression.

Watching him like this, everyone let out a smile.

"Brother Li, you are too overprotective; we are strong enough to take down the level 35 monsters with our levels," Alice hummed with a proud expression while her long tail wagged with excitement.

"Why are you so excited dumb cat. It's a life-death struggle for others. Also, let's move or we will be late," Li Wei replied with a sigh and with a disdainful gaze, making her ears droop down with irritation.

But no one cared about the pitiful cat and made their way to the North gate while looking at the protective shield cast over the city.

"It's a city protection system that can be powered by a mana core; it can last up to a week depending on the intensity of attacks, but it's only powerful enough to block an 'A' class attack," Elva explained, watching his gaze.

However, only Li Xin, Li Yin, and Lily showed surprise. As for Li Wei, he already knew a few things from the books.

Then why is he looking at the shield? Well, he was thinking about how to make one.

'If I can make this kind of shield around me with my mana core, I don't need to fear sneak attacks,' he thought as he waited for the instructions with everyone.

The North gate was currently full of people, with a lot of adventurers. However, there were a lot of women, around fifty percent of the whole crowd.

Just as everyone was waiting, Guild Master Maurice arrived with Irene.

"Everyone, the monster stampede will be reaching the city soon, so be prepared. The skill restriction inside the city is already lifted, but it's only in the north gate area."

"Also, let me remind you there are monsters above level 50, and no matter what, don't try to fight them. Because after level 50, the monsters go through evolution, and when they fulfill certain conditions, they can become powerful up to 100 times."

"It means you will be fighting 100 monsters at once, and I don't think I need to explain what will happen, so it's better to leave the high-level monsters to Priestess Irene and her legion," Guild Master Maurice finished his talk while asking them to prepare.

...

As everyone prepared, in the silent area of the city, a few people gathered together.

"Are you ready? We have to kidnap the hero before the God of Destruction cults do it," a woman questioned her two subordinates.

"Yes, Madam, we are ready to act," her two subordinates nodded and waited for the orders.