The Shelter Game: Me, Starting with a Tenfold Drop Rate

Irving's sudden attack shocked everyone around him. Before his companions could react, Irving directly killed the nearest potential enemy.This action instilled a tremendous sense of intimidation in the enemies hiding in the shadows. Those among them who were not very strong fell into a state of extreme panic. Some attempted to flee, while others sought to conceal themselves and evade Irving's assault.

Taking advantage of the chaos among his enemies, Irving swiftly drew forth the Staff of Calamity. Powerful spells generated from the tip of the staff quickly enveloped every enemy he discovered.Since the strength of these enemies was not particularly high, they were promptly eliminated by Irving's magical onslaught. The enemies who did not panic immediately were, of course, the stronger ones.The enemy closest to Irving who remained calm was Robert, the head of the Brown family in Starling City. He was a powerful player in the shelter game and had long held a grudge against Irving.Robert snorted softly. Gathering his power, he formed a barrier made of ice elemental energy. This barrier not only shielded the Brown family from Irving's attack but also protected those around Robert.

"Stay calm! Follow our original plan!" Robert commanded in a stern voice to those around him.

As soon as he finished speaking, Irving appeared before him, staff in hand. "So it's you? I was wondering who had the audacity to collaborate with the Night Blades against me. It seems you truly intend to lead the Brown family of Starling City into hell!"

Irving recognized Robert. His impression of Robert wasn't particularly deep; he only knew that the other man was quite strong.

Facing Irving's threat, Robert's expression showed no signs of change. He coldly replied, "Who will triumph is still uncertain! Your strength is indeed formidable, but I have been preparing for this battle for a long time! You won't easily defeat me!"

Although Robert maintained a calm exterior, internally, he was still very anxious.

Irving's display of power had already surpassed Robert's imagination, and he certainly never expected Irving to appear right before him. Robert was stalling for time for his companions. Irving recognized the other man's intentions, but he had no plans to eliminate him outright, as he hoped to extract more information from him.

"You're about to find out whether I can easily defeat you!" Irving declared as he summoned the Lava Giant army.A multitude of Lava Giants materialized around Robert. Although the Lava Giants had yet to take any action, the fiery energy they radiated was enough to cause the ice elemental barrier Robert had created to collapse immediately.

"Go ahead and use whatever tricks you have! This is your first battle with me, and it will also be your last. If you don't unleash all your skills now, you won't get another chance," Irving taunted Robert with a smile.

Robert glared fiercely at Irving. He once again summoned the ice elemental power within him, and suddenly dark clouds appeared in the sky above the battlefield, quickly generating a snowstorm. With the arrival of the blizzard, the Lava Giants faced suppression. Irving found it difficult to command the Lava Giants to attack the enemy as swiftly as before.

Seizing the opportunity, Robert began to flee in the direction away from Irving. As Irving pursued Robert, his companions also took corresponding actions. Although they hadn't reacted initially, after a few minutes of battle, they all understood that they needed to coordinate with Irving.

Anna and Vicky stood together. While neither possessed strong combat abilities, they each had their own skills that allowed them to control the battlefield. Anna retrieved the item she always carried with her, the 'Eye of Darkness.'The 'Eye of Darkness' was an artifact possessed by the Angel Guild, infused with dark powers. Once activated, it would envelop the surrounding area in shadows, causing everyone within the shadows to have their movement speed slowed and gradually eroded by dark energy.

Anna placed Vicky next to her in order to utilize the positive effect of another item she carried, the 'Glimmer Candle,' to ensure Vicky's safety. The 'Glimmer Candle' continuously purifies the surrounding space, preventing the dark energy from the 'Eye of Darkness' from taking effect within its range.

As the battlefield was shrouded in shadows, Benjamin and Nick quickly joined the fight. Although the Brown family had fled, other enemies still remained. Members of various families in Starling City who had allied with the Night Blades, as well as some former Angel Guild members who had betrayed them, were present on the battlefield.
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Benjamin and Nick showed no mercy when facing these enemies. From the very beginning of the battle, Irving's companions held the upper hand. However, as time passed, they began to sense that something was off. Anna had a nagging feeling that a pair of eyes was watching her from a distance.Having a high level of intuition, Anna was not in the best state to join the fight directly, but she still keenly detected the presence that posed the greatest threat to them. The expression on Anna's face darkened significantly. Vicky, noticing the change in Anna's demeanor, lowered her voice and asked, "What's wrong? Aren't we dominating the battle? Why do you look so distressed?"

In response to Vicky's inquiry, Anna replied coldly, "There are still enemies yet to appear! Perhaps our apparent advantage in this battle is just an illusion; we might have already fallen into the enemy's ambush."

As soon as Anna finished speaking, the 'Glimmer Candle' suddenly extinguished. In that instant, both Anna and Vicky felt the encroachment of dark energy. However, the dark energy's intrusion was not particularly alarming for either of them. What truly frightened them was the sudden extinguishing of the 'Glimmer Candle.' It signified that a very powerful enemy, lying in ambush, had now launched an attack against them.

Without hesitation, Anna threw the extinguished 'Glimmer Candle' straight ahead. In that moment, she grabbed Vicky and quickly began to flee toward the Angel Guild's Starling City branch. Vicky was bewildered by Anna's actions. She didn't understand why Anna was doing this, but she knew that Anna's judgment was likely more accurate than her own.

As Anna and Vicky fled through the chaotic battlefield, Nick and Benjamin quickly registered the unexpected shift in the tides of battle. They exchanged tense glances, each reflecting the confusion and gravity weighing heavily in the other's eyes. An unsettling tension filled the air; they could feel the dark energy around them intensifying at an alarming rate, yet the source of this ominous escalation eluded their senses.

Instinctively, Nick and Benjamin pressed their backs together, forming a protective barrier that allowed them to cover each other's blind spots. The surrounding darkness deepened, enveloping them in an oppressive gloom. Within that darkness, they could hear a disconcerting symphony of chaotic footsteps echoing around them, heightening their sense of impending danger. Gripping their weapons and items tightly, they braced themselves for the unknown threat lurking just beyond their sight.

In an instant, the chaotic footsteps ceased, replaced by an eerie silence that sent chills down their spines. Suddenly, a massive claw erupted from the shadows, aiming directly for Nick. Years of training and instincts honed in countless battles kicked in. With a swift, practiced motion, Nick reacted, pulling Benjamin with him as they both dove to the side just in time. Although Benjamin was quick on his feet, Nick's reflexes were finely tuned, allowing him to evade the claw's deadly swipe as it sliced through the air where they had just stood.

"What in the world just happened? What was that thing that attacked us?" Benjamin asked, still trying to comprehend the sudden turn of events and the fear that gripped his heart.

Nick's gaze remained fixed on the shadows, his expression serious and unwavering. "There's something powerful hiding in the darkness," he replied, his voice low and tense. Although the entity had missed its attack, Nick had no doubt it wouldn't simply retreat. The shadows around them seemed to pulse and writhe, taking on a tangible form as the dark energy around them thickened. It felt as if they were being submerged in a viscous, murky pool, and breathing became increasingly difficult.

"We're ambushed! The enemy's strength is too overwhelming! We can't defeat them on our own!" Nick exclaimed, panic creeping into his voice. "We need to get Irving back here to rescue us!"

Benjamin nodded, his expression mirroring Nick's concern. However, they quickly realized that they had no way to contact Irving. The oppressive atmosphere suffocated their voices, rendering them utterly silent. It was as if the very air around them had conspired to keep them from calling for help. Panic began to set in as they felt their bodies growing colder, an ominous sensation creeping in as if their very souls were being tugged from their bodies.

Despair washed over both Nick and Benjamin, leaving them feeling helpless and vulnerable against the encroaching darkness.

Meanwhile, Anna's timely decision had proven crucial, enabling her and Vicky to escape the chaos and return to the relative safety of the Angel Guild's Starling City branch. Heart racing, Anna immediately activated all the defensive magical formations embedded within the Angel Guild's headquarters. The flickering lights and shimmering barriers sprang to life, creating a protective aura around them. With a sense of urgency, she attempted to contact Irving, her mind racing with concern for Nick and Benjamin.

At that moment, Irving was still hot on the heels of Robert, the distance between them shrinking rapidly. Robert was clearly struggling, having already sustained severe injuries from his battle with the Lava Giants. "Stop running! You can't escape my grasp! Just accept your fate!" Irving taunted, his voice dripping with condescension as he called out to the panicked Robert, who was desperately trying to find a way out of his dire situation. The thrill of the chase lit a fire in Irving's eyes, but in the back of his mind, he couldn't shake the nagging worry about his comrades left behind in the unfolding battle.