" The leader of the Twin Snakes has an Ability that can predict major events in the future," the gray-robed man explained. "He foresaw that, in the near future, our District 014 would face a devastating calamity. Many people will die in it, and District 014 will be in danger of destruction. That's why the leader founded the Twin Snakes: to prepare for the disaster."
"Then shouldn't your leader talk to the Special Defense Department?" Xu Huo interjected, clearly hoping to stir things up. "They've got so many Players. Your Twin Snakes have, what, a hundred people at most? Does your leader want to be the savior or something?"
"Of course not!" the gray-robed man replied firmly. "The leader did consider working with the Special Defense Department, but he also foresaw that the turning point wouldn't come from the department. It would come from Players who haven't made a name for themselves yet."
"The Twin Snakes have held gatherings time and again to find these Players. One of the eight people here could be the one."
The white-masked Players looked at one another. Though they were still suspicious, they had let down their guard somewhat. The Player with prayer beads, standing before the gray-robed man, raised a hand. "I have a question. How do you determine who you're looking for?"
"Predicting the future can't identify someone down to their face, can it?" he asked. "Besides, we're all wearing masks."
The gray-robed man put on a mysterious air. "This is the future's guidance. The leader only told us to send out invitations. A Player who can turn the tide and become the savior of District 014 will appear in time. All we have to do is wait."
"Is it because of the masks?" Huang Junjie asked. "Does the person you're looking