With a starting talent that's practically top-tier, even an old man can go against the heavens!

"Raki...trash, what a name..."

Chen Beixuan was immediately embarrassed and inwardly complained.

This name is way too casually chosen...

No wonder he looked so listless.

It's understandable...

Upon hearing the other person mention Fengshi Village, he finally understood why they had come to him.

They let the Shadow Demon Kalis escape and even killed the Knight of Light, Grin.

The person behind this will definitely not let it go.

Could it be... that the city lord was Dean's former employer?

Thinking of this, Chen Beixuan pondered for a moment and said.

"I've been there, was there a problem?"

"The seal beneath Fengshi Mountain has been broken, and you are now suspected of being involved. Do you want to explain? Or you can choose not to explain..."

Raki shook the wine jug on the table, his eyelids drooping.

Gan!

Of course I have to explain!

“I don’t know what seal you’re talking about. I went there just to find a child.”

Chen Beixuan, channeling his inner movie star, wore an innocent expression.

Raki bent down, picked up the wine jug from the ground, shook it, and then disappointedly threw it aside.

He said casually, "Oh...did you see anything strange, people or things...?"

"Hmm...there really is!"

“When I was looking for my child on the mountain, I saw a figure shrouded in black mist.”

"However, he was very fast, and with the black mist, I couldn't see his face clearly."

"Black mist..."

Raki stopped what he was doing, lost in thought.

Seeing this, Hughes stepped forward and whispered in his ear.

"The characteristics of this black fog match those of the murderer who killed the mayor of Monte Town. It is likely the work of the same person."

"Has the investigation yielded any leads...?"

Hughes shook his head silently.

"Sir, I'm afraid we'll have to trouble you for a while until the matter is fully investigated."

Raki sighed.

"What do you mean?"

Chen Beixuan had a bad feeling.

"Well, I'll give you two choices."

"First, before we catch the culprit, we'll put you in jail. Don't worry, food and lodging will be provided."

"Second, follow the Crusaders to Sunset City to defend against the demon realm's attack. If you perform well, you will not only gain freedom but also a position."

"Of course, the second path is life-threatening, but everyone is destined to die; it's just a matter of sooner or later..."

Raki sighed again, as if he had seen through the world.

Chen Beixuan's expression was somewhat strange, as if he had been tricked.

It smells like a telecom fraud!

He suspected that Raki's initial goal was to capture him and force him into the army!

Unfortunately, there was no evidence.

"Breaking the seal has triggered a hidden quest, guiding you to Sunset City..."

"To resist the demon realm's attack, there should be quite a few bosses, which suits my needs perfectly."

"But Snow Wolf's plans will have to be postponed..."

Chen Beixuan thought to himself.

"I choose the second path."

Laki nodded upon hearing this and sighed.

"Sigh, fine, I hope you die a little later..."

He then waved his hand, signaling Hughes to take Chen Beixuan away.

Chen Beixuan left the room with a black line on his forehead.

The city lord's negative emotions are just unbelievable.

It can support at least 10 Evil Sword Immortals!

Wishing him to die later is pointless; he'll still die eventually.

Looking at Hughes, who was leading the way, he couldn't help but ask.

"Has your city lord always been like this?"

Hughes laughed and replied without turning his head.

"You'll get used to it. The city lord may seem downcast, but he's actually a very nice person."

"Let me tell you, Lord Raki's strength ranks among the top three of all city lords."

"If you are truly negative and decadent, how can you become a strong person?"

Chen Beixuan curled his lip.

"It's like using a small knife to pull out a big fish—it's eye-opening."

He opened his friends list and sent a message to Snow Wolf Night Owl, postponing the scheduled BOSS boosting session.

He then inquired about Sunset City and the Demon Realm.

Hughes seemed to admire his choice to join the Crusades.

So I patiently answered his questions.

"This world is vast, so vast that it contains countless races and countless worlds, including kind and gentle creatures as well as bloodthirsty and brutal ones."

"The demon race is one of them. They survive by invading other worlds and killing for pleasure."

"Sunset City was built to resist the Demon Realm and blocked the Demon Realm's largest spatial passage."

"This blockade lasted for hundreds of years, like an abyss, causing countless soldiers to die within it."

"I truly admire your willingness to go and provide assistance. Although the chances are slim, I still hope you can survive."

Hughes had his back to him, his face showing regret and helplessness.

Even young, strong soldiers couldn't survive, let alone an old man in his twilight years.

Saying these things is nothing but self-deception, merely comforting the old man's heart...

No matter what, Sunset City must not fall!

Even if it means paying with human lives...

Chen Beixuan was overjoyed after hearing what Hughes said.

"The more dangerous it is, the more bosses and monsters there are, and the more experience you will gain."

This is absolutely a place blessed with good feng shui!

With the protective flame activated, wouldn't it be incredibly exhilarating!

Hughes turned his head and saw Chen Beixuan grinning foolishly, and was taken aback at first.

Then, as if remembering something, a strong sense of guilt swept over him, and he wanted to slap himself!

"That liar couldn't stop laughing again, look how scared the old man is, his laughter is so creepy..."

I'm so damn damned!

......

The Crusader assembly point.

"Captain, I've inquired. To be promoted to squad leader, you need 2000 merit points, to platoon leader, 10000, and the highest is honorary hero, which requires 100 million merit points!"

"Once you get a position, the faction shop will be unlocked, with all kinds of potions and items, plus discounts. You can also exchange merit points for equipment and treasures from the vault. This is a huge win!"

Bones ran over excitedly to report.

"Great! I can't wait to see those bastards' envious faces!"

The owl laughed heartily, feeling completely refreshed.

Having good results not only allows you to show off, but also helps you get more funding.

Joining the Crusaders is the beginning of their rise!

The two couldn't suppress their smiles as they dreamed of a bright future.

At this moment, a commotion arose at the end of the line, and the crowd began to discuss the matter.

"It's Captain Hughes!"

"Who is that old man behind him? He actually had the captain of the guard personally deliver him."

"Hiss, could this old man be planning to join our Crusaders?!"

"Holy crap, no way! Isn't this just a complete burden?!"

"At such an advanced age, he'd be of no use on the battlefield other than dying!"

"You wouldn't believe it, but the pay for Crusaders killed in action is quite high these days..."

"Ouch~~"

Everyone suddenly realized what was going on, and their gazes toward Chen Beixuan became strange.

So he was just trying to get free pension money...

They neither approved nor disapproved of this behavior.

But one thing is certain: once they're on the battlefield, they won't care about him.

I won't drag myself down for someone who wants to die.

Soon the crowd stopped paying attention to the matter.

At the same time, Night Owl and Bones also saw Chen Beixuan and their eyes widened immediately.

"Why is he here!"