The bell signaling the end of the game rang. Not only the players but also the Ghost Creatures outside could hear it.
Su Bai and the others heard the Ghost Creature outside pound the wall in fury, letting out a roar. Its voice was filled with frustration and rage, as though its prey were right before its eyes, yet beyond its reach. Each blow made the wall tremble slightly. Even Su Bai couldn't help closing his eyes, afraid he might lose control and do something that violated the rules.
But the Ghost Creature outside clearly lacked the ability to defy the game's rules. In the end, it stopped pounding the wall, and even its footsteps faded into the distance until they could no longer be heard.
Only then did Chi Yan release Liu Yongzhi from his restraints.
The instant the restraints were lifted, Liu Yongzhi fell off the bed. Scared out of his wits, he lay trembling on the floor of the Inn room for a good while before recovering. He let out a long breath and sat up, looking a little embarrassed.
"Th-this time, I'm really sorry for the trouble, Mr. Chi." Liu Yongzhi moved his previously restrained body. His face was still somewhat pale, and fine beads of sweat dotted his forehead.
Liu Yongzhi knew perfectly well that if Chi Yan hadn't suddenly intervened, he would probably have made a sound long ago and drawn the Ghost Creature inside before the game ended.
"Mr. Chi Yan, your abilities are simply too powerful. You really aren't suited to joining our organization." Liu Yongzhi wiped away his sweat, already aware that Chi Yan wasn't someone who would sign a contract with him. He couldn't even get a read on Su Bai, who had been sitting calmly off to the side,