Who gave you permission to travel through time with Earth?

The crowd was in an uproar. They had expected that there would be new players among them, but they hadn't expected that there would be a level 1 newbie... who had just finished the newbie dungeon not long ago?

After all, even players who clear the normal difficulty level can usually accumulate enough points in one run. Beginner players can level up with 10 points, guaranteeing at least 50 evolution points.

Of course, that's assuming you complete a single-player dungeon entirely on your own. About 40% of players participate in multiplayer team dungeons, and it's normal for them to not have enough points unless they perform exceptionally well or the dungeon is very difficult.

But such a person should not be present at this recruitment event for the campaign.

"But he withstood the president's intoxication, and his nerve reactions and body control were up to standard. How could he just be a newbie who just came out of the dungeon? A level 1 player shouldn't be able to do something like that."

Some questioned this, saying it didn't make any sense, but Ironclad simply responded with a cold laugh.

"Items, equipment, or even special qualities this guy possessed before becoming a player—any of these are possible, but my eyes never fail me."

The last point was correct, but the scale might far exceed expectations. Fang Jin's face was slightly lifted by the latter's grasp, her expression calm and even a little playful.

"What kind of look is that?" Iron Mask sneered, bringing the metal mask, which was spraying hot steam, closer to his face. The cannon's notch was already open, and he said threateningly.

"You're the biggest opportunist among them. If you really want a piece of the pie in this operation against the scavengers, trade your equipment that boosts your physical abilities!"

"Or should I just rob you right now and be done with it?"

"..."

"I can't beat them..." said the old man.

From that moment on, Fang Jin focused all her attention on Xu Hao. Her heart was pumping out a hot current, and she tapped her own panel with her fingertips, ready to invest her evolution points into her level talent at any time.

He hasn't received any support from the system yet; the Star Eater's talent comes purely from within, and Earth itself hasn't actually recovered.

Even so, Fang Jin is comparable to ordinary second-tier players, and can even go toe-to-toe with Iron Shield and others. The victory of Little Gang Leader in the Sky Garden is a good example.

Guo Shi is also a second-tier player, level 14, a Nen Master on the technology side.

Therefore, he was not worried about the intimidation of the iron shield at all. Even without using any points, Fang Jin could directly grab the other party's throat at this distance and use lava and high temperature to burn through the flesh and remove his head.

But then what? Kill their people on the turf of the soju club? Don't gangsters have any sense of honor or responsibility? They'll inevitably break ties with Old Master Xu Hao.

However, it would be hard to say if he were to face Xu Hao, a third-tier player with a complete system of skills and equipment. Even if Fang Jin invested points now, he didn't think he could easily overpower this old man.

"..."

"Why don't you give it a try?"

His smile gradually widened as he looked directly at Old Master Xu Hao through the iron shield. Reason told Fang Jin that he should be patient now, but his instinct to hate boredom and dullness made him crave a fight!

Of course, the cost was obvious. Half of the previous arrangements had to be wasted, the influence of the liquor club could not be borrowed, and the scavengers could only rely on themselves and Guo Shi to fight back, which increased the danger factor exponentially...

But at least... Fang Jin felt it was worth it to exchange these things for pleasure.

"I'm fucking asking you a question! What good will playing dumb do? Your equipment or your life—choose one and leave it at this liquor party!"

The iron shield was aggressive, and its fingers had even begun to gather energy, as if it could smash his head to pieces at the slightest provocation. The pupil of its right eye had already shrunk to its limit.

But Fang Jin was already prepared to kill him. His five fingers seemed to have turned into a deep red and scorching hot iron, as if he would tear the flesh off his neck at any moment!

"That's enough, iron shield."

"Ms. Guo is willing to vouch for her subordinate with 200,000 yuan and a spot in the front line tomorrow. This matter will end here. There shouldn't be any problem with the team having a young man join as a visitor."

"But President, I..."

Almost a split second before the two made contact, the old man's authoritative voice suddenly rang out. Iron Shield was clearly dissatisfied and turned around, about to shout something, but then he saw the old man's expression gradually become "gentle."

"Don't make me say it a second time."

"……yes."

Tie Zhao turned and left in a sullen voice, leaving Fang Jin with only a venomous look in his eyes... But Fang Jin's venom was even stronger than his, except that it was directed not at Tie Zhao, but at the little gang leader Guo Shi.

The latter was unaware that she was being resented. If she had known, she would have spat at him, calling him ungrateful. She had almost stripped naked in front of Xu Hao to prove her innocence and beg the president to restrain this mad wolf.

As for the level issue... well, to put it another way, no one present was as shocked as Guo Shi. She began to think that Fang Jin, at least in the newbie dungeon,

He has gained nearly three digits of experience, and has even reached the edge of being a second-tier player, which is why he is able to master more than two talents and skills. Otherwise, his terrifying combat power would be impossible to explain.

Now it's even more inexplicable. How could a mere level one player obtain such an illogical and terrifying ability? He didn't even meet the minimum requirements for talent extraction!

The only explanation is that Fang Jin possesses the bloodline of a high-level player, and his body inherently contains a special genetic code that gives him superhuman qualities and abilities even before entering the dungeon.

But how could someone like that perform so poorly in the beginner dungeon, failing to even gain a mere ten experience points? Could he have been asleep the whole time...? This logic is dead end!

"Furthermore, he hasn't had a chance to use it yet..."

After having this unrealistic thought, Guo Shi couldn't help but laugh at himself. If Fang Jin could defeat him even before absorbing the system's gifts, then all his training over the past few years had been for nothing.

"The only explanation... is that the one called Iron Shield went blind."

Regardless, the relationship between the Red Whistle Gang and Fang Jin became even closer; they shared both glory and ruin. Sometimes, Guo Shi vaguely realized that her initial signing of contracts with Fangzhou Shops was merely a side project.

Why is it that the further things go, the more I find myself bound to Fang Jin? And if we separate and are exposed... the losses I might suffer would be even greater?

"...We were outmaneuvered."

"But there's no other way. I've staked everything on you..."

She muttered to herself, while several attempts to communicate with Fang Jin telepathically were rejected. The other person seemed to be a little angry and unable to vent, which made Guo Shi somewhat suspicious.