PFC Chapter 412 Opening the First Treasure Chest
Chapter 412 Opening the First Treasure Chest
His eyes were calm, without any eagerness.
"A golden treasure chest..."
He tapped his fingertips lightly on the cool tabletop, producing a crisp tapping sound. "Based on the usual probability, I should get something pretty good. An S-rank skill book, a legendary equipment piece, top-tier talent enhancement materials, or a special privilege item..."
For ordinary players, and even so-called experts, the gold treasure chest is indeed a huge opportunity that can bring about a qualitative leap.
But for Lin Tian... his "divine equipment" and existing S-level skills set him up too high.
What is considered "good" in the conventional sense might just be "acceptable" or even "useless" to him.
"but......"
Lin Tian's lips curled into a very faint, almost indifferent smile.
"My 'gains' have never been based solely on what the system gives me."
He was focused.
An invisible and intangible force, yet seemingly capable of disrupting the very essence of rules, quietly enveloped the three golden treasure chests on the stone table.
A clear, unmistakable clue emerged:
[Use free upgrade to increase privileges, target: 'Golden Treasure Chest'?]
"Upgrade confirmed."
Lin Tian silently recited it in his heart without hesitation.
This step had long been his standard procedure before acquiring any valuable items.
The system's rewards are the foundation, but the products resulting from his talent enhancement are his true goal.
On the stone table, the three golden treasure chests trembled slightly at the same time.
Then, the golden light flowing on their surfaces began to converge and condense inward, gradually becoming deeper and purer in color, as if absorbing all the surrounding light.
The ornate but slightly flamboyant victory pattern has subtly transformed into a simpler, more ancient silver pattern full of mysterious geometric beauty. These patterns move and combine slowly on the surface of the box as if they were alive.
The gold theme was replaced by a more noble, cold, diamond white that refracts the seven colors of starlight.
The material of the treasure chest seemed to have changed as well. It was no longer just metal, but more like it was carved from a single piece of top-grade magic crystal or some unknown gemstone. It was translucent and radiant, yet incredibly solid.
In just a few breaths, Guanghua stabilized completely.
Where are the three golden treasure chests on the stone table?
Instead, there are three slightly larger ones, with a more ancient and mysterious design, and dazzling like diamonds and stars—
Diamond Treasure Chest!
Moonlight spilled onto the countless perfectly cut facets of the diamond treasure chest, refracting a dazzling and magnificent halo, as if a small piece of the Milky Way had been moved onto the stone table.
Compared to the previous gold treasure chest, the diamond treasure chest is less ostentatious and more understated in its nobility and mystery.
Just having it there gives one a strong sense that something earth-shattering must be hidden within.
Lin Tian looked at the three upgraded diamond treasure chests, his face still showing little emotion.
What interests him more now is what kind of things beyond the scope of ordinary "golden chests" he can get from these diamond chests after his talent has been enhanced.
"Then, let's look at the first one."
Lin Tian reached out his hand, his slender fingers calmly pressing on the cold lock of the diamond treasure chest closest to him.
"Click".
A soft sound rang out clearly in the quiet courtyard.
With the force of Lin Tian's fingers, the lid of the diamond treasure chest slowly opened backward.
A pure, soft halo, seemingly composed of condensed starlight, flowed out from the opening, instantly illuminating Lin Tian's calm face and a small area around him.
The treasure chest has been opened.
The scene inside the box is clearly presented.
Instead of being piled high with a dazzling array of treasures, three items lay simply inside the box, each quietly suspended in an invisible force field, emitting its own unique glimmer.
【Ding! 】
You have opened the 'Diamond Chest'.
[Received: 1000 Gold Coins.]
[Received: 1 random skill book for this class.]
[Received: 3 A-grade skill upgrade stones.]
The system's prompt sounded concisely in Lin Tian's mind.
At the same time, the three floating items automatically bound to him, and related information flowed into his mind.
A thousand gold coins transformed into a golden light and disappeared into his backpack. For Lin Tian now, this number was merely icing on the cake.
His gaze fell on the remaining two items.
"not bad."
A barely perceptible hint of satisfaction flashed in Lin Tian's eyes.
The first opening of the diamond chest yielded neither flashy decorations nor ordinary equipment of little use to him.
Each skill book for his profession and three A-grade skill upgrade stones are practical items that can directly improve his immediate combat power.
He first focused his mind on the skill book. (More detailed information flow is shown below.)
[Random skill book for this class]
Rank: S
Description: Upon use, you will randomly learn a skill that aligns with your current class system. The skill's rank will be randomly generated between B and S. The skill's effect is related to your class characteristics, attributes, and existing skill inventory.
After reading the description, a knowing glint flashed in the depths of Lin Tian's calm eyes.
"Randomly selectable class-specific skills, ranging from B to S rank..."
He repeated it softly, his fingertips unconsciously tapping lightly on the cold tabletop.
"I have two hidden classes, 'Dominator' and 'Starry Night Mystic,' and the skills I possess are at least S-rank..."
What does this mean?
This means that the so-called "randomness" of this skill book, for him, has its lower limit locked at S-rank!
Grade B? Grade A? Those are the fluctuation ranges for ordinary professionals.
His professional standing and the level of his existing skill set have implicitly raised the bar for rewards.
In his hands, this skill book was practically equivalent to a "guaranteed S-rank skill book for this profession"!
"That's interesting."
The smile on Lin Tian's lips deepened slightly.
He then turned his gaze to the three [Grade A Skill Upgrade Stones].
Information expanded:
[Grade A Skill Upgrade Stone]
Rank: A
Description: A rare stone containing pure skill enhancement energy. Upon use, it instantly upgrades a skill of grade A or lower to its maximum level.
"This one is good too."
Lin Tian nodded slightly.
Although he now possesses many S-rank skills, he has not invested enough resources to upgrade all of them to the maximum level.
Upgrading skill levels brings more than just numerical enhancements; sometimes it can be the key to a qualitative change, such as reducing critical cooldowns, increasing the area of effect or the number of targets, or strengthening control effects or damage bonuses.
Moreover... he possesses that unique "enhancement" talent.
In his hands, these A-grade skill upgrade stones could be upgraded to higher-level similar items before being used to upgrade S-grade or even more special skills.
Maximize efficiency.