Inside the City Lord's Mansion.

The only players invited in this time were Guard Brigade and Demacia, and they looked at the serious architecture around them, feeling somewhat uneasy.

It's quite normal for this task to be rated Hell difficulty. After all, under normal circumstances, players wouldn't have been able to escalate the situation; they would have been taken away by the Law Enforcement Team earlier.

They wouldn't have had a chance to meet the City Lord, nor to confront that cook named Yali.

Players wanting to break through these challenges need the person from the Black Night Rose to make a mistake, which would be a long process.

Moreover, they have already been noticed by the people of Black Night Rose, making it even difficult to leave the revival point.

This is the correct approach to Hell difficulty, and now it's obvious that two parties are pushing the situation forward.

"When you meet the City Lord, just tell him what you know; don't say anything extra."

Baiyi said gravely, not bothering to lower his voice, his slightly hurried pace showing a hint of urgency.

"Un...understood!"

Demacia looked at the suddenly open view and the incredibly natural and beautiful garden, unable to help but swallow hard.

Gosh, this City Lord's Mansion is really big. If it were in reality, it seems like it would be a 500,000 square meter manor, right?

"Understood, thank you, Mr. Baiyi." Guard Brigade also responded quickly, hesitating a bit, "Mr. Baiyi, do I need to change my clothes? This seems somewhat inappropriate."

Baiyi glanced back; Guard Brigade had stabbed his own abdomen, and there were bloody traces on his abdomen, chest, and pants, indeed looking quite messy.

"No need."

Baiyi replied calmly, looking towards a Lake Heart Pavilion, where the City Lord was lying on a rocking chair, idly swinging back and forth, holding a cellphone and seemingly not noticing their arrival, nor disturbed by the loud noise from Barrett earlier.

Baiyi slowed his steps, and as he approached the Lake Heart Pavilion, a sharp voice rang out, "Lord City Lord, you're making it difficult for me; I don't know such complex alchemy!"

Baiyi paused, somewhat surprised as he turned to meet Sabo, who was holding a bowl of dark liquid.

Both of their eyes clearly showed surprise, and then understanding.

Baiyi relaxed a little, as he could conclude that the person who fired just now had been arranged by Sabo. Although this guy seemed to prioritize profit in everything.

But he also held grudges. Black Night Rose had once posed a mortal threat to him, and he would seize any opportunity to retaliate without hesitation.

No wonder his plan had succeeded even before it started, so that's how it is...

The City Lord, absorbed in playing with his cellphone in the Lake Heart Pavilion, seemed to be disturbed by the sharp voice. Turning his head with some discontent, his face immediately shifted to kindly upon seeing Baiyi.

"What day is it today? You little guys all came to see this old man?" Eric asked with a grin.

Baiyi felt a bit helpless. Isn't it because only the City Lord can ignore Black Night Rose? In the whole Dongwu City, anything related to Black Night Rose is a trap that spells death for anyone but the City Lord and the players.

Sabo apparently thought so too; even if Baiyi hadn't shown up, someone would still have saved the players and brought them in.

"I went to take a look at the intercontinental missile launch silo earlier, then got attracted by the commotion at the entrance. These Zwei discovered some important information, which I think is necessary for you to know."

Baiyi spoke respectfully, stepping into the Lake Heart Pavilion with Sabo. The two players lowered their heads, silent, and didn't even glance around.

The Level 77 City Lord was practically akin to a God for current players.

"A marvel... is it about what's mentioned here?"

Eric turned up the volume on his cellphone, and a very pleasing female voice spread through the Lake Heart Pavilion.

[The most peculiar marvel in history, resembling various races, primarily elves, humans, and beastmen. According to observations, they are undying and disappear for at least twelve hours every day.

Recently, they collectively disappeared for twenty days, and three days ago, they all reappeared. Observations suggest that this marvel is friendly, as they actively help all residents.

The help they provide mysteriously strengthens the marvels, although the principle is still unknown, but we will continue to observe...]

"Yes." Baiyi nodded, beckoning over his shoulder.

The two players saw his gesture, walked forward immediately, and bowed deeply to the City Lord, "Greetings, City Lord!"

"Oh? They seem no different from normal people, but without a soul..."

Eric scrutinized them, then directed his gaze toward Baiyi and Sabo, shuttling between them with his eyes.

Ultimately, he spoke with great emotion, "Dongwu City's feng shui is truly impressive, nurturing the likes of you two. I really like this cellphone..."

After sighing, Eric asked nothing more, continuing to browse through the news section on his cellphone, "You speak, I'm listening."

Baiyi noticed that the players stayed still, he patted Guard Brigade's shoulder, then he and Sabo sat opposite the City Lord, their expressions serious in anticipation.

Guard Brigade was momentarily stunned, realizing the last sentence from the City Lord seemed directed at them, and just as he was about to recount all he knew, a sound of hurried footsteps came from afar.

Baiyi looked over and saw Mosen and a Dark Night Elf approaching.

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