Harvey Franklin looked at Jiang Chen and Ji Ma, smiling as he said, "Congratulations on your victory in the Genius Battle. Jiang Chen, you have reached the Second-stage. Originally, one could only be upgraded to the [Cataclysm] Sequence after reaching the Third-stage, but your achievements have far exceeded the requirements for [Cataclysm]."
"The Gods have specially promoted you, allowing you to become a First-order Catastrophe in the [Cataclysm] Sequence."
"Ji Ma, you are promoted to the Seventh-stage of the Apostle Sequence."
"Jiang Chen, having attained first place, you will have the privilege to custom-make a Legendary Set. Ji Ma, as second place, you will have the right to choose a Legendary Set from the warehouse."
Ji Ma was overjoyed. "Thank you."
Jiang Chen coughed. "Um, I want to custom-make the set for someone else."
Harvey Franklin smiled. "For your girlfriend? You really do take good care of the people around you, kiddo. Originally, it wasn’t possible, but since you’ve requested, I’ll allow it."
Ji Ma was envious. His girlfriend is so lucky! If only it were me.
It’s important to understand that custom-making a Legendary Set is completely different from choosing one. A custom-made set comes with set attributes, which is much better than merely choosing an existing set.
"I have something to inquire about."
Harvey Franklin replied, "Go ahead."
"It’s about the Ancient Badge."
Harvey Franklin was startled. "You encountered an Ancient Class during the Genius Battle and obtained a Badge?"
Jiang Chen nodded.
Harvey Franklin laughed. "You really are lucky. An Ancient Badge belongs to the Ancient Gods. These Gods either hide in other dimensions or are dead, but their God’s Seals don’t disappear. Instead, they give birth to Badges."
"Obtaining such a Badge means a very high probability of becoming an Ancient God, provided one ascends to Demigod status and merges with the God’s Seal."
"Are you thinking of giving up your Swordsman Badge to inherit an Ancient Badge?"
Jiang Chen shook his head. "Not for me. I just want to know if this plan is feasible."
Harvey Franklin nodded. "It’s possible. Just come find me when the time comes, and I’ll take you to inherit the Badge. But you must be careful. Whoever inherits an Ancient Badge will be targeted by others."
"You must understand that such a Badge can easily cause a sensation."
Jiang Chen thought for a moment and decided to go back and ask for opinions first, especially Jiang Qiu’s. The question is whether she’d be willing to give up her Assassin Badge to inherit the Insect Master Badge.
"I’m heading back for a bit."
"Alright, once you’ve thought it through, come and find me at any time."
Jiang Chen nodded, leaving the place in silence.
Harvey Franklin pondered. An Ancient Badge, huh! This kid is so lucky. He’s practically stumbled upon treasure.
[Name: Jiang Chen]
[Legion: Secret Sword Legion]
[Occupation: Swordsman]
[Level: 100]
[Experience: 100,000/10,000,000]
[Constitution: 647]
[Strength: 290]
[Spirit: 665]
[Agility: 86]
[First-order Catastrophe: All Resistances +1200, Four-dimensional Attributes +1200, Skill Attack Power +25%, Skill cooldown time reduced by 20%, Immunity to damage by 20%]
A First-order Catastrophe possesses much stronger attributes than a Ninth-Stage Apostle...
「Inside the villa.」
Angelina ran excitedly towards Jiang Chen as he entered, hugging him tightly. "You’re finally back! SOB... I missed you so much."
"Well, I am back, aren’t I? Where are my sisters and the others?"
"In the living room!"
Striding into the living room, Alice and the others were also there, watching Jiang Chen return.
"Our dear brother is back."
"Jiang Qiu, you don’t have to worry anymore."
"Jiang Qiu, your Legendary Set is assured now."
"Oh my, I’m so envious! Jiang Chen, are you looking for another older sister...?"
Jiang Qiu looked at Jiang Chen and let out a sigh of relief. "As long as you’re back."
Jiang Chen said, "There’s something I’d like to discuss with you."
"What’s the matter?"
"Come into my room."
Jiang Qiu was puzzled. Into his room? What does he want...?
Jiang Qiu followed behind Jiang Chen.
Muriel and the others were confused.
Could he be planning to make a move on his sister?
Very likely.
Could he be feeling lonely and empty, to make a move on his own sister? That’s despicable.
Alice snapped angrily, "What are you thinking? Is Jiang Chen that kind of person? Is Jiang Qiu that kind of person? If you dare spout any more nonsense, I’ll tear your mouths apart."
SMACK!
Jiang Chen closed the door to the room.
Jiang Qiu glanced at him. What is this guy up to?
Jiang Chen asked, "Have you heard of Ancient Badges before?"
"What is an Ancient Badge?"
Jiang Chen explained, "In the Ancient Times, there were many Gods. Upon death, they would leave behind God’s Seals. These Seals don’t disappear but instead appear in the form of Badges. Obtaining a Badge gives one the chance to become a God."
"What are you trying to say?"
"I’ve obtained an Ancient Badge."
Jiang Qiu was shocked. It was the first time she had heard of Ancient Badges. Aren’t Badges usually tied to one’s awakened Class? How can something like this exist separately?
Jiang Qiu asked, "Are you saying you want to merge it with your own Swordsman Badge?"
"It’s not merging, it’s inheriting."
"How does one inherit?"
"You give up your original Badge and inherit the Ancient Badge."
"You want to give up your Swordsman Badge?"
Jiang Chen stared at Jiang Qiu. As their eyes met, Jiang Qiu realized that Jiang Chen had brought her here to ask her to give up the Assassin Badge and inherit the Ancient Badge instead.
"You want me to inherit it?"
Jiang Chen nodded.
Jiang Qiu was deeply touched. Her brother always thought of her first when good fortune came his way. People often say men forget their mothers when they find a wife. Even though I’m not his mother, I’m like one to him... albeit not by blood. Though it’s not real.
Jiang Qiu said, "You should give it to Angelina. She’s a Priest and has no combat abilities. If she gives up the Ritual Badge and inherits the Ancient Badge, it would be of great help to both her and you."
"She’s not suitable."
"Why not?"
"She is a Divine reincarnation. There’s a Divine entity within her, and she is bound to become a God one day. Only you, I, and she herself know about this."
Jiang Qiu’s eyes widened. What? Jiang Chen’s girlfriend is a Divine reincarnation? This...
Jiang Qiu exclaimed, "You’re not joking?"
"Do I look like I’m joking? Besides, I believe she can’t fuse with the Badge’s power. She would definitely reject an Ancient Badge. That’s why I said she’s not suitable."
Jiang Qiu thought for a long time, unsure of what to choose.
Jiang Chen continued, "You’re an Assassin, an SS-grade Class. But in my opinion, compared to a Super Divine-level Class, there’s a significant difference. Even if you strive harder, you can only become a Demigod."
"If you desire to become a God, then the Ancient Badge is more suitable for you."
"Moreover, I’ve witnessed the power of that Insect Master Badge. It’s far stronger than your Assassin Class. To be frank, if I were to battle someone wielding that Badge’s power, it would be a fifty-fifty fight."
"If you faced me as an Assassin, you wouldn’t last three seconds."
Jiang Qiu retorted angrily, "Who are you looking down on!"
Seeing Jiang Chen’s unchanging expression, Jiang Qiu had no outlet for her frustration.
Jiang Qiu asked, "But even if I were to inherit it, what about the equipment? You know, even if the Class is strong, it still needs equipment upgrades."
"I know. Once you inherit the Ancient Badge, just get a custom-made Level 100 Legendary Set."
Jiang Qiu was tempted. However, the thought of suddenly giving up her Assassin Badge made her a little uneasy.
Everyone hopes to become a God, and Jiang Qiu was no exception.