Chapter 238 Isolation
Chapter 238
"Knock knock knock..."
There was a knock at the door. Lin Xia and A Tong exchanged a glance. A Tong stood up to open the door, but Lin Xia pulled her back and went to the door with her.
Outside the door was a humanoid man, exuding charm from head to toe, even down to the last strand of hair. With a flash of spiritual power, Lin Xia took a step forward and blocked A Tong's path.
It seems this kind of charm isn't considered an attack. Lin Xia's expression remained unchanged as she looked into his eyes; he was a mental power user.
These guys who like spiritual charm are all undeniably good-looking, as if they have a built-in filter, even their eyes sparkle and shine.
"Won't you invite me in for a seat?" the man asked with a gentle smile.
A-Tong blinked and retreated inside. Lin Xia shook her head: "Is something wrong?"
Seeing Lin Xia's reaction, the man's smile became much more genuine: "It's been a long time since anyone from the psychic class has come here. Welcome~ Where there are people, there is a world of its own, and this place is no exception. We humans aren't exactly powerful here."
"We have a lot of information about different races. Are you sure you want to talk to me here?"
Lin Xia leaned against the door, showing no intention of backing down.
The man raised an eyebrow: "Alright, I live next door to you. I'm Lu Xiu, a level 3 player, and I've been here for two years." Lu Xiu took out a table and placed it in the corridor, then sat down by himself.
"It took two years to reach level 3..."
"It didn't take long to reach level 3; I've been stuck at level 3 ever since." Lucius shrugged. "Level 3 guys are too difficult to deal with."
“Our human race is indeed at a disadvantage here, so some people have already formed a human force – Nine Heavens. As long as you join us, you can share the characteristics and combat features of all races for free within your level range.” Lu Xiu sat there with a confident and relaxed expression.
"You just said that wherever there are people, there is a world of intrigue, so there must be more than one human faction, right?" Lin Xia was interested in the information, but not in joining any faction.
"Of course, but we, the Nine Heavens, are the most powerful, have the most comprehensive information, and are the only human faction with level 4 players."
"The only benefit is information? Information beyond the level has to be purchased with energy stones? What kind of discount? What obligations are involved?" Lin Xia asked casually.
Lu Xiu crossed his legs and said with a smile, "20% off. Of course, you'll get an energy stone reward for every victory. Players level 2 and above will receive a salary and can also exchange energy stones for cultivation techniques, weapons, etc. As for obligations, it's nothing. You just need to fight a few battles when needed."
"Are there any tools here to restrain people?"
Lucius's eyes flickered, and he nodded: "Yes, the contract will be signed, and it will be absolutely fair and just."
Do you sell information?
Lucius nodded: "Of course I'll sell it, but it will be very expensive." He stood up and smoothed the hem of his clothes: "Then I won't bother you any longer. You can think about it and come find me next door when you've made up your mind."
After returning home, Lin Xia told A Tong about the conversation they had just had.
A-Tong frowned: "It seems that life here isn't very peaceful either."
"It's not just not peaceful; I'm afraid that as things have developed to this point, the competitions here are no longer as pure as they used to be."
A-Tong nodded: "Want to join a faction?"
Lin Xia shook her head: "Let's take a look first."
Several more groups of people arrived, and Lin Xia considered each one.
...
When Lucius returned, there were still two people sitting in the room. They both looked over when they saw him come back.
"How about it?"
Lucius smiled faintly: "Even if he's not a mentalist, he's someone with extremely high mental strength; the mentalist aspect is more likely."
He sat down and picked up his wine glass: "But I think she's probably not interested in joining any faction."
One person rolled their eyes: "That's because they haven't been beaten enough. So stupid, they just reveal that they're a psychopath?"
Lucius shot the man a glare, and the man laughed loudly: "I almost forgot, you were just as stupid back then."
"You're asking for it!" Lucius frowned deeply.
"Zeng Bai, that's enough. The fact that you were able to remain rational under Lu Xiu's charm speaks volumes. What, you're pretending to be charmed?"
"If she's a mentalist, we must try to get her to join Nine Heavens."
Zeng Bai curled his lips in a wicked smile: "Tsk, I wonder what choice she will make in the face of her own life and consciousness." He looked at Lu Xiu with a mocking gaze.
Lucius gave him a cold look, his lips curving into a complete silence.
"Alright, Zeng Bai, say less." The person who had been talking to Lu Xiu frowned and said this. Zeng Bai pursed his lips and remained silent.
...
Lin Xia and A Tong went out. With so many people coming over, Lin Xia already knew that there was a trading hall on the first floor of their residence where many people conducted private transactions.
The two exited from the other side of the building and stood on the teleportation array. They saw several options and chose to go directly to the trading hall on the first floor.
Perhaps it was the appearance of unfamiliar faces that drew many people's attention, but the two, unfamiliar with the place, decided to observe more and speak less.
But once inside, they discovered that despite the ostensible purpose of the transaction, there was no place to set up stalls; only people coming and going. Lin Xia and A Tong were extremely surprised.
After wandering around for a while, the two realized that the so-called transactions were all about information, with no physical goods involved.
She said all transactions take place in the exchange area and the mall, and there are level restrictions, so how could there be any stall trading?
Their unfamiliar faces should have made them excellent trading partners, but after walking around, no one paid them any attention.
Lin Xia spoke to the person in surprise, but the person only glanced at her and shook their head, indicating that they refused to make the deal.
Some people looked at Lin Xia with strange expressions, as if they were watching a good show.
Knowing they wouldn't gain anything, the two simply went back.
"It seems I've dragged you down." Lin Xia had, of course, realized that they were targeting her.
A-Tong shook her head: "Why are we talking about this? Maybe it's because of you that I'm able to stay quiet. Otherwise, who knows what awaits me? What if I'm forced to join some faction and used as cannon fodder? I wouldn't have any room to resist."
The two exchanged a smile. This place was a melting pot of all sorts of people; it was no longer just a 'colosseum,' but a place where power and energy stones were seized.
Since they were newcomers and being targeted, Lin Xia could only think of her special mental abilities.
At this moment, Lin Xia also realized what was going on.
She doesn't need to explain how immense the energy of the sea of consciousness is; if those monsters can covet and use it, then it's not surprising that these people can use it too.
She didn't know what methods the people here would use, but fortunately the rules here were very strict. Apart from forced combat, everything else required the person's consent.
But I'm afraid she might be up to some dirty tricks, so staying put is the safest option.
Lin Xia has never dared to open her subconscious sea, even though cultivating spiritual power there is twice as effective.
But she had a vague feeling that she absolutely could not activate her subconscious mind here.
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