GM: The Initiator!

"Whoosh!"

I immediately learned the Battle Roar skill and instantly leveled up to level 10. I gained an extra 6 points of strength and an active skill that increases my current attack power by 30%, which was like adding wings to a tiger!

If One Blade Into Soul were to make a move at this moment, he might be able to kill him instantly!

"What a small world!"

One Blade Into Soul's gaze was icy. "Let's settle this score today, shall we?"

"Can."

I nodded. "You're One Blade Into Soul, of course I'll grant your wish!"

"Grass!"

At this moment, several more people rushed in. It was a group of people led by the Zu'an Liberal Arts Top Scholar, numbering in the dozens!

Ragnarok is a large guild with many members, but their level and combat power are much inferior to those who were killed in Icewind Trail. More than half of them have not even advanced to the third tier. However, their large numbers still make them look intimidating.

"Ding Han, you want to PK in the main city? Fine, we'll play along!" The Zu'an Liberal Arts Top Scholar had a provocative look in his eyes.

"You're calling for reinforcements, right?"

Cai Cai frowned and said, "Fine, we'll call in more people. So what if we fight to the death? Damn it, who's afraid of who! Bingzi, pack up your stall and join us in the fight?"

"Dry!"

Huo Bingzhi Ri immediately swept all the goods on his stall into his Dimensional Storage Space, instantly revealing his Combat Form. He was clad in heavy armor with clanging sounds, and wisps of dark elemental energy swirled around him. He held a large sword to the ground.

What a Dark Priest! He seems so simple and brutal!

At this moment, I had to look at Huo Bingzhi Ri respect.

This guy's got guts; he dared to fight alongside me the first time we met. If we ever actually create a guild, he'll definitely be a core member!

Unfortunately, creating a guild is just too tedious.

Moreover, the leader of the guild needs to be quite powerful, not only in terms of combat ability, but also in terms of wealth. It is said that some guild leaders promise to buy cars and houses for guild members in the future, and help them save up for dowries. I don't know if it's true or not, but they are very generous. As for me, I am currently living a carefree life and do not want to create a guild. That would be too much trouble.

"Holy crap, are we going to fight?!"

Many vendors packed up and left to avoid the area.

"PK within the city? Are you guys crazy?!" someone else warned, "Even killing just one person will turn your reputation with the Crimson Dragon Country into hatred. Being hunted down by the entire city won't be pleasant!"

Cai Cai had already taken out her Submachine Gun, her eyes darting around, seemingly deciding who to kill first.

Huo Bingzhi Ri, carrying a greatsword, glared menacingly at the group of Ragnarok.

Damn it...

As players, they're all incredibly passionate!

"Clang!"

I drew my Ride the Wind Sword and instantly entered Combat Form. Although the Player Black Market was relatively spacious, it was still too narrow and cramped for PvP. In this kind of terrain, melee combat would have a significant advantage. By moving around and chasing, one could avoid a lot of the opponent's shots, which was truly a unique advantage.

"Wait, don't do it!"

Suddenly, a voice rang out like a thunderclap.

The Gun Like a Dragon!

This leader of the Crimson Firmament Alliance, one of the big shots in Huaining City, always appears when needed!

"Old Huang, Ding Han, have you two gone mad?!"

With a cold gaze, Gun Like a Dragon, "Are you truly unafraid of being hunted down by the Crimson Dragon Country's faction in the black market, or are you completely unconcerned about your future?"

"Chen Ruhai, mind your own business!"

One Blade Into Soul's eyes flashed with a sinister light. "This person in front of me killed fourteen of my brothers in one go, fourteen brothers I've spent every day with. Could you have tolerated that?"

"I?"

"Gun Like a Dragon" bluntly stated, "If it were me, I wouldn't have ambushed Ding Han's team at all. Wouldn't it be better if we all got along peacefully? Why did you have to try to steal their equipment? You should have been prepared to be killed when you had that thought. To be honest, although Ragnarok lost 14 people, I think it was your own fault."

With that, Gun Like a Dragon waved his hand and said, "Brothers of the Crimson Firmament Alliance, be on guard!"

Instantly, Xu Tian, Chaos Demon King, and others appeared one by one, aiming their guns at One Blade Into Soul and the others!

"Old Huang."

"Calm down, everyone," Gun Like a Dragon, "I'll host a dinner party at Binhu International tonight. Let's sit down, have a calm talk, and resolve this issue. What do you think?"

Do you think we can sit down and have a meal together peacefully?

"One Blade Into Soul," he sneered, "Chen Ruhai, aren't you being too naive?"

"Me, naive?"

Gun Like a Dragon laughed, "What if the Initiator had treated us to this meal? I wonder if you, Old Huang, would have given me that honor?"

"What?"

One Blade Into Soul's expression changed instantly. "The managers know about this too?"

What do you think?

"The manager has always been concerned about the conflicts between players. After hearing about your situation, he expressed his concerns and hopes to resolve the hatred between you. I'll take the initiative to arrange this meal, but the manager will ultimately pay. Gun Like a Dragon do you think?"

One Blade Into Soul, his face pale. "In that case... I'll go."

"Can."

Gun Like a Dragon turned to me and smiled, "Ding Han, didn't you want to meet the manager? Here's your chance, tonight at the Lakeside Hotel. I'll send you the private room later."

"Um."

I nodded and left with Cai Cai.

Inside the ancient city, in a narrow alley, the two walked side by side.

"Boss, are you really going tonight?" Cai Cai asked.

"Um."

I nodded. "I'd like to meet that GM."

"..."

Cai Cai frowned. "I've heard before that there are indeed GMs, who seem to be able to organize players to do things and complete tasks. They're like NPCs above us. But since we solo players aren't in any organization, these GMs don't really have much to do with us."

"It's always good to see each other."

"OK."

Cai Cai asked, "Should we invite Ruolin, Kou Mei, Pang Ge, and Bingzi to come along?"

"Need not."

I shook my head. "If a conflict really breaks out tonight, having more people won't change the outcome. Besides, we're the strongest in this group, so it's best if only the two of us go."

"Too."

Cai Cai nodded happily.

In the evening, Cai Cai and I took a taxi to the Binhu International Hotel.

This is a Five-star Hotel. When the two of us arrived, a waiter immediately led us to a private room. Inside the room, people from the Crimson Firmament Alliance and the Ragnarok were already there.

Among them, the Crimson Firmament Alliance sent four people: Gun Like a Dragon, Xu Tian, Chaos Demon King, and Lu Xun Deletes Comments Overnight, while the Ragnarok sent three people: One Blade Into Soul, Bunny Critical Hit, and Zu'an Liberal Arts Top Scholar. In addition to me and Cai Cai, a total of nine players gathered here.

Please have a seat.

"Gun Like a Dragon" gestured for everyone to sit down, saying, "The manager won't be here for a while, we can order first."

So, several people ordered food.

"Drop!"

A WeChat message from Lin Qingying: "I get off work at six today, what about you?"

I can't be with you today.

I replied directly, "I have a dinner party outside, you can eat by yourself."

"Good."

She didn't say much, remaining as sparing with her words as always.

As for the meal she paid for me, we'll talk about that later; I don't have the money to pay her back right now.

When I looked up, I saw Bunny Critical Hit's eyes. Her eyes were slightly red, probably still saddened by the 14 companions who had died outside, but there was no hatred in her eyes. She knew that none of this was my fault.

Gun Like a Dragon Churu placed the menu down, his face ashen, and the atmosphere became extremely tense.

Just then, footsteps could be heard outside.

"The manager has arrived!"

Xu Tian stood up with a burst of excitement. After opening the door, he saw a young man walk in, wearing a somewhat unusual outfit. The back of his clothes resembled a cape, and a hood covered his face.

"Manager!"

"Gun Like a Dragon," "One Blade Into Soul," and others all stood up and clasped their hands in a very respectful gesture.

"Yes, everyone's here..."

The manager nodded, looked at everyone, and finally focused on me and Cai Cai.

Please have a seat.

"Yes, manager!"

After everyone was seated, the manager said, "Shadow Chaser, I've heard of you. You're very talented."

I remained silent.

The manager smiled and said, "Actually, I am one of the managers of Star Abyss. My real name is 'The Initiator.' I summoned people Gun Like a Dragon,' 'One Blade Into Soul,' and 'Bunny Critical Hit' to Star Abyss."

He looked at me and said meaningfully, "Although you were not summoned by me, you can still join our team and work with us to build our home planet and a better Star Abyss home."

"This..."

I hesitated; I didn't really want to accept his invitation.

"Boss?"

Beside her, Cai Cai frowned.

I know you have doubts.

The Initiator smiled slightly, "You might think I'm a fraud, but I'm not. To dispel your doubts, I can use some abilities. Watch closely."

As he spoke, the Initiator suddenly waved his hand, and a blue light descended from the sky, enveloping me and Cai Cai!

A bell rang in my ears!

[Please note that the Initiator has used their authority to seal your Combat Form!]

"What?!" Cai Cai exclaimed in surprise.

At this moment, I have also been sealed in Combat Form and cannot switch to Combat Form. All skill icons are dimmed, and I have lost my player abilities!

"Boss..."

Cai Cai's face turned bright red; she was utterly shocked.

For a moment, a feeling of loneliness and helplessness enveloped my heart; more specifically, it was a sense of fear!

If a player loses the ability to fight, anyone here can easily kill me, especially with One Blade Into Soul; one sword strike would probably be enough to finish me off!

A nameless rage suddenly welled up inside me!

"Buzz~~~"

Deep within my body, my SS-rank Essence Furnace began to roar and spin!

It seemed even more dissatisfied and furious than I was, furious that someone dared to seal my fighting abilities!

"Boom~~~"

Inside my body, the seal loosened, and cracks appeared in the seal that the Initiator had placed on me!

[Please note that your seal will be broken in 1.6 seconds due to the impact of the [Essence Furnace] (SS-rank)!]