Penelope Bloom and the Justice Chief... including other top club members, all looked at this person with wary expressions.
This was... [Ghost-faced Magician]
As previously discussed in the forum, Points don't necessarily represent strength, because the rules for earning Points vary from region to region and from instance to instance, especially in the Illusion Region... the rules for earning Points are all over the place.
Penelope Bloom and Justice Chief... were not considered the strongest players in terms of combat ability, even though they were ranked second and third, it was because they were exceptionally lucky and skillful in that instance that they managed to achieve such rankings and Points.
The two immediately chose to ally in this instance and formed the Justice League, brandishing the banner of sniping Su Buxian, to build an advantage for themselves.
"Don't all look at me with that kind of gaze, huh?"
The Ghost-faced Magician held a wand in his hand, showing an abnormal smile as he tapped it, "We haven't even reached the so-called stage for fighting, do you really want to start a fight now?"
His tone was quite peculiar, as if he viewed each player with the eyes of a Hunter, "Right now... isn't it better for everyone to get along and rack up some more Points?"
Keep in mind that everyone present was no ordinary individual, and at this moment, being spoken to in such a way, some were angry, some were seething with murderous intent. The previous trepidation was ultimately due to this person's formidable strength and background, and once their anger was provoked... how could the super newcomers and the prideful ones just swallow their pride and endure.
"Ding-a-ling-a-ling!"
A crisp sound rang throughout the hall.
Their expressions slightly startled,
they saw a bell hanging next to a remote display cabinet in the hall, gently swinging and ringing!
"Please pay attention... the detailed rules for the hall are now being announced. After completing the various cleaning and tidying tasks, you may proceed to the next area."
This voice sounded as if it had been altered, sounding suppressed and grave, with no discernible tone or gender, but it carried a chill that ran deep.
As if warning them, don't fight here!
The crowd fell silent, including the Ghost-faced Magician who frowned slightly, adept in spiritual power, yet at this moment felt as if he had entered into Chaos, powerless.
The detailed rules were read out one by one, sounding like extremely simple tasks, such as replacing candles for crystal lamps, touching up dye on carpets, washing dishes in the kitchen and so on...
The crowd's eyes narrowed slightly, none of them took this lightly, no one was foolish, and anyone with a brain knew that these so-called simple tasks were definitely full of strangeness.
"Let's get started as well," Penelope Bloom spoke softly, "Although there are dangers, it shouldn't lead to death... after all, these are trials formed by a multitude of abnormalities."
Ethan Dawn suddenly exclaimed, "Wait, boss!"
Ethan Dawn looked at the people behind him, his expression off, "It seems we're missing someone?"
He did not find... Su Qi's figure in the team!
"When did it happen!"
Penelope Bloom's expression froze, "I didn't pay attention just now."
"We can be certain of one thing... he must have disappeared when we just entered and couldn't see anything," Justice Chief stated with focus, "Anyway, from now on... everyone be careful, this is a dangerous place filled with Pollutants, anything could happen."
Su Qi was now in an inexplicable Darkness, his Night Demon Gene allowing him to utilize the night vision function, enabling a clear view of all his surroundings in the Darkness.
As soon as he stepped into the dark hall, an odd Twisted Strength had transported him away from the hall.
And what was in front of him now was a spacious room.
Although it was all dark, Su Qi wasn't panicked at all; he looked towards the silhouette in the distance and said,
"Controlling the whole Last House, surely you can afford the electric bill."
A timid voice echoed in the room.
"It's not that I don't want to turn on the lights."
"I'm afraid I might scare you..."
Su Qi smiled lightly, "Since you've brought me here, it'd be impolite to remain hidden."
"Very... very well then."
A flicker of light began to glimmer, and the brightness of the entire room made Su Qi squint his eyes.
The girl that appeared before my eyes resembled a little girl, except that her limbs, including her neck, faintly showed traces of being stitched together.
She looked like a doll, yet also like some abnormality.
At first glance, it definitely had the effect of the uncanny valley.
The little girl was quite young, her voice tinged with surprise as she looked at Su Qi, whose expression hadn't changed.
Su Qi sized her up, "Why should I be scared? The hand-sewing technique is pretty good, though the neck could use some improvement."
The little girl fell silent, her expectations dashed, "Do you still recognize me?"
"Of course, you are..."
Su Qi began to say but then realized he truly didn't know, quickly pivoting, "Anyways, it's been a long time."
The little girl fell silent again, her young mind unexpectedly struck twice.
"It's been a long time... Brother Su Buxian..."
Su Qi certainly recognized her, but it was understandable that he couldn't remember her name.
This was the second instance... his first time entering a contaminated world, the apartment where he encountered Tentacle Man.
Tentacle Man... back when he managed the apartment, he had made one rule, which was [No entry to the third floor].
Because inside the third floor was where his daughter's body was kept.
It couldn't be called a body, given his daughter's consciousness was still there, and he had successfully gotten Tentacle Man to speak with his daughter. Then, Tentacle Man agreed to cooperate with him, helping him to enter the source of collapse and to successfully retrieve the Ancient God's Heart.
He had made his daughter call him 'Brother Su Buxian'.
The most crucial point.
It was then that Su Qi, upon leaving the instance, handed over the temporary prop [Broken Pocket Watch] to Tentacle Man.
This item could isolate 90% of the pollution.
"Back then, I just gave it as a small gesture. I never expected him to go this far, much less to meet again."
The pattern he had seen entering the stronghold... was also the one doodled in the little girl's diary.
And the sound of the clock calling all the supervisors and the High Sequence individuals.
Probably came from that [Broken Pocket Watch].
After entering the urban area, Su Qi immediately recognized the central building's apartment style; he was almost certain by then.
"I've come back home."
He wasn't wrong to say that, considering he was also one of the residents here.
"Brother Su Buxian, why have you come back?"
"I specifically came back to check on you all."
Su Qi said unabashedly and laughed, "Also, these three words, don't go spreading them around for the next few days."
The little girl was pretty obedient and nodded her head.
Was this more polite than the youthful form of the Master of Destruction who tended to get bristly?
"I just didn't expect that after I left... your father still didn't give up on that idea, and now it seems he has truly accomplished it, even establishing such a vast Abnormal Organization."
After Su Qi confirmed this was the old place, his observations of the organization's condition and Tentacle Man's reputation as Manager were indeed exceptional.
That guy... really was quite capable.
"It's all because of Brother Su Buxian, whether it's me... or everything here. It's all thanks to the watch you gave my dad that we have today," the little girl said earnestly.
"My dad said, he's incredibly grateful to you... and even left a portrait of you here, saying that if there's a chance to meet again one day, he would definitely repay you!"
"We could talk about repaying the favor... wait a second."
Su Qi paused, "Your dad... left a portrait of me?"
Doing something so sentimental?
The little girl nodded, "Yes, it even has your name, Brother Su Buxian, on it. It's in the Last House. My dad said he wanted everyone to know that you are the source of all hope here. Every Guardian holds a deep reverence not only for my father but for you as well."