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As the players arrived in twos and threes, the harmless-looking Lord Jun emerged from the deepest part of the Underground Palace.
He swept his gaze over the players present, then pressed one hand downward.
Chairs made of earth appeared behind the players.
Gu Xi immediately sensed the red aura emanating from the chairs. This was the effect of the Way of Earth.
However, Gu Xi did not quite understand what Lord Jun intended to do.
Though puzzled, Gu Xi ultimately sat down.
Once everyone was seated, the chairs moved on their own, rearranging the players according to their levels and strength.
The level 60 players were grouped together, while the few players who possessed Red Equipment were gathered in another cluster.
Only after all the seats had been adjusted did Lord Jun slowly walk forward.
"This time, I invited everyone here because there is something I would like to discuss with you."
Though Lord Jun called it a discussion, his tone held no intention of actually consulting anyone.
He had clearly already made his decision and was merely informing everyone afterward.
"My Way of Earth has reached its limit. I now need a second piece of Red Equipment.
"For all these years, I have remained in Yin Capital, borrowing Yin Capital's power to nurture Red Equipment.
"I did so in the hope that one day, I would be able to raise a piece of Red Equipment myself.
"Do not look at me like that. I am not afraid to tell you that I have a piece of Quasi Red Equipment currently being nurtured.
"It is a reward from my quest, and even Kindling acknowledges it.
"I believe every one of you has a quest like this, more or