Changlu Gungun did not attack again. He darted several steps backward, putting over ten meters between them.
One slash had been enough to demonstrate his strength and let the other party see his worth.
If he foolishly attempted a second slash, that would be nothing but provocation and a death wish.
Changlu Gungun put away his saber, cupped his hands, and bowed deeply to A Da. He called out, "Boss Fuel Gauge, your might is unrivaled! I know I'm no match for you."
"I'm willing to hand over all my resources. Please, considering my decent talent, give me a chance to follow you."
"I, Yan Ming, swear to brave fire and water for you, boss, without hesitation."
Changlu Gungun's voice echoed across the empty road. He humbled himself completely, his tone filled with flattery and submission.
He kept his head lowered, waiting for the other party to agree.
He believed that, at this stage, no player could turn down a powerful fighter who had awakened a talent.
Yet the invitation and praise he had expected never came.
A deathly silence fell over the road.
Only the still-burning vehicle wrecks in the distance gave off sharp crackles.
Changlu Gungun waited more than ten seconds, cold sweat beginning to bead on his forehead. Unable to help himself, he raised his head slightly and looked at A Da ahead.
A Da glanced down at the shallow cut on his breastplate, then casually brushed it.
The flames clinging to his armor instantly went out.
"A chance to follow me?"
Just then, an icy voice rang out-not from A Da, but from the direction of the Gale Ranger.
Changlu Gungun shuddered and turned to look. Through the windshield, he could vaguely make out a figure in the driver's seat.
"You... who are you?"
Changlu Gungun's