Marauder Stronghold, Selection
Jiang City International Airport, Terminal 2, domestic flight exit.
As evening approached, the weather in Jiang City began to turn somewhat gloomy.
Since the airport itself is located in the southern suburbs of the city, it didn't take Lin Yu long to get a taxi here.
After getting out of the taxi, Lin Yu found the members of "The Marauders" without much trouble.
About ten people gathered in front of a tour bus, surrounding a girl with dyed blonde hair.
The girl's outfit was quite eye-catching, featuring contrasting colors, a holographic jacket, scattered metal accessories, exaggerated Fishing Net stockings, and ankle boots, creating a typical Y2K style.
In addition, the girl was already quite beautiful, so many travelers instinctively thought she was some internet celebrity who had come to Jiang City.
Lin Yu also recognized the other person.
It's A'yu from the previous Instance!
Her real-life style is actually much more flamboyant than her appearance in the "Death game".
Lin Yu thought to himself that A'yu's personality was even more flamboyant than he had imagined. He quickly stepped forward, showed the APP page on his Heavenly Artisan phone, and revealed his identity.
"Everyone, I am Heavenly Artisan from Zhengcheng... I happen to be stranded in Jiang City for some reason, so I've come to participate in this mission as well."
"I am a 'Tier 1' 'craftsman'."
He introduced himself, A'yu raised an eyebrow.
"Oh, a craftsman? That's alright... Come on in."
Lin Yu obediently joined the line.
But...
The "Marauders" members from all over Jiang City, along with a few "buddies" that A'yu might have brought from Beijing, cast somewhat ill-intentioned glances at Lin Yu.
As an organization that brings together various rule-breakers and Player for profit, the atmosphere within "The Marauders" was never harmonious.
It's normal for members to be suspicious and wary of each other.
People from the same city branch might get along better, but people from different branches really have a "fellow townsmen meeting" feeling.
Especially the recent reputation of "Heavenly Artisan"... it's quite impressive.
The identity of "May May" has recently gained some fame, and his fame... is mostly due to "Heavenly Artisan".
Therefore, conversely, "Heavenly Artisan" naturally became famous as well.
Especially within the "Marauders," the Heavenly Artisan has almost become a negative example.
That's why, even though Lin Yu didn't provoke anyone while standing in the crowd, he could still hear a few harsh and malicious comments.
"Hey, isn't that the stray dog?"
"So you didn't go back to Yu Province after all..."
"Is the Zhengcheng branch too ashamed to go back?"
Several members of the Jiang City "Marauders" branch mocked.
Those members of the Yanjing group who were standing closer to A'yu were extremely disdainful.
"What's the point of having someone like this here, Minister..."
"Isn't this making things worse?"
"Just send them away!"
A'yu herself disagreed. "If you're here, just help out, say less."
However, she only offered advice.
Although the mockery of Lin Yu in the group had subsided somewhat, the people still didn't give Lin Yu a friendly look.
Regarding this...
Lin Yu has a very good attitude.
He knew perfectly well that this group was targeting "Heavenly Artisan" and had nothing to do with him Lin Yu!
Moreover, for an "Actor," being able to portray a character in a way that makes the audience extremely disgusted is also a form of affirmation of their acting skills.
Currently, the character of "Heavenly Artisan" does indeed have a somewhat "negative" image.
After all, he was meant to be a stepping stone for Lin Yu's other roles.
However, since Lin Yu chose to retain this identity and bring it out at this time...
This is precisely the intention to change the image of "Heavenly Artisan".
He'll need to continue using it.
As more people arrived, the "Marauders" eventually formed a group of nearly 20 people, slightly smaller than the "Order."
Among them, A'yu brought four people from Yanjing.
The rest were all "Marauders" members from Jiang City and Jiang Cities.
More than twenty people boarded the tour bus parked in the airport parking lot and sat down in twos and threes.
Then...
The driver from Yanjing started the bus, and it slowly began to move.
Thinking back to what he had seen and heard in Zhengcheng, Lin Yu couldn't help but feel curious...
Where will the "Marauders" branch in Jiang City place A'yu?
He soon received the answer.
Because the bus's destination wasn't too far from the airport.
Soon, the bus stopped at an abandoned dock.
On this dock, there is a huge, old, rusty cargo ship that looks like it has been abandoned.
There were also many shipping containers piled up on top.
Among the "Marauders" members in Jiang City, the one with the highest status spoke up and explained to A'yu.
"This will be our temporary base for this trip, Deputy Minister."
"This was where our branch office was located before we moved."
"It remains an established outpost that has not been abandoned."
The well-dressed adult man still spoke with utmost respect to A'yu, who was much younger than him.
A'yu nodded slightly.
"That's good, very secluded... and not too far from that overpass."
"But the weather forecast looks like it's going to rain. Is this waterproof? Won't it leak?"
Looking at the gloomy weather outside the window, A'yu raised her own questions.
Of course not!
The leader of the "Marauders" in Jiang City patted his chest and made a guarantee.
"Don't be fooled by its shabby exterior; it's all a disguise... Inside, it's not only waterproof, but the furnishings are also quite nice! The lighting and ceiling height meet all standards!"
His practiced manner made Lin Yu suspect that this guy's Profession was most likely something like a "Intermediary"...
However, although the other party's tone was a bit exaggerated, they weren't lying.
Under his guidance, the group entered the ship's interior through a hidden staircase inside a container on the deck...
The interior decoration is indeed very nice.
The hallway was carpeted, and the ceiling lights emitted a soft, warm glow.
Rooms were arranged on both sides of the corridor, and at the very end, the original cabin had been converted into a space similar to the underground space in Zhengcheng.
It also has a "training area" and a "relaxation area".
"How was it, Vice Minister? Not bad, right?"
A'yu nodded.
"Not bad, quite standard..."
She walked to the sofa in front of the Arena, sat down, adjusted her posture, and comfortably crossed her legs.
"Since there's Arena here, that makes things easier."
"This operation is very important, so... the participants will be richly rewarded."
"But similarly..."
"I will be Xingyi selection and assessment for all those below the 'Tier 2'!"
"Only those who pass are eligible to participate in the next phase of the operation!"