While Wen Yu was in his room, reflecting on and assessing his current strength and trump cards, recruitment activities outside were in full swing!
In fact, Wen Yu and the military faction were not the only ones recruiting. Many ambitious individuals had discerned the power of the Independents hidden behind the Sequence Member-Ranking Battle, a power capable of changing the world order. However, most of these individuals were merely insignificant jesters!
Among them, the one who was arguably the most conspicuous in his recruitment efforts was Akad, formerly Sequence Number 5, now Sequence Number 52!
Having lost all his extra âlives,â Akadâs strength was undoubtedly a sorry sight. At present, Akadâs biggest headache was how to ensure his survival from the military factionâs manhunt.
Since my own strength has significantly decreased, I need external help to compensate for this loss! And what external force could be better than a powerful organization?
Of course, to achieve my goal, this powerful organization must be led by me!
Unfortunately, Akadâs grand declarations at the meeting and his conflict with the military faction were already well-known facts. Not even those with a lower Sequence Member-Ranking than Akad paid him any heed, let alone those ranked higher.
When Akad walked out of the room of Sequence Number 85 with a gloomy face, he saw a slightly pale Asian youth in a black trench coat.
"What do you want?"
Seeing the Asian youth blocking his way, Akadâs brow furrowed, and the scent of blood began to emanate from his body.
The Eternal Sky City was currently in âPeace Mode,â but threatening others at the slightest provocation was Akadâs trademark and habit!
Although he had lost all his extra âlives,â Akad still retained his inherent strength and skills. Possessing the skill known as the River of Death, Akad didnât believe he would be brought low. Therefore, naturally, he had no intention whatsoever of curbing his temper!
The Asian youth opposite him, however, seemed unfazed by Akadâs foul temper. He bowed slightly, adopting a humble posture, and said in fluent English, "I hear Master Akad is recruiting? I am untalented, but I wish to join Master Akadâs team!"
Upon hearing the Asian youthâs words, Akad finally showed a flicker of interest. "Why?"
"Perhaps itâs because I deeply resonate with Master Akadâs ideals..."
"HEHEHEHE, very good!"
Akad gently wrapped an arm around the Asian youthâs neck and pulled him close, their foreheads touching as they stared directly into each otherâs eyes.
Like two intertwining bolts of lightning, their gazes seemed to solidify, and neither backed down an inch!
Perhaps sensing certain emotions in the Asian youthâs eyes, Akad slowly released his arm from the youthâs neck. A slight smirk played on his lips, his eyes widened, and he opened his mouth, a bloody scent wafting from it. "But! You should know, this old manâs place isnât some scrapheap! Youâre a piece of trash who isnât even in the Sequence! On what grounds should you become my subordinate!"
With that, Akad shoved the Asian youth away and strode off without a backward glance, until a calm, unremarkable voice sounded from behind him.
"Firstly, not having obtained a Sequence rank doesnât mean I lack strength. It was simply that, for certain reasons, I chose not to contend for one."
"Secondly, as far as I know, when the Eternal Sky City descends to the main plane, you will face pursuit from the Earth Communityâs powerful experts. Unfortunately, you lack the ability to escape them. Your current goal is undoubtedly to quickly gather a group of masters to withstand the impending attack from the military factionâs powerhouses. Am I correct?"
Upon hearing these words, Akad stopped in his tracks.
The Asian youth chuckled softly, slowly turned, and casually draped an arm over Akadâs shoulder as if they were close friends. He then leaned in and whispered into Akadâs ear.
"Actually, it doesnât have to be so troublesome. We have a saying in Cathay: âThe most dangerous place is the safest place.â Since youâve offended Lin Haifeng, what place could be safer than the Yanjing Assembly Siteâs outer city zone, teeming as it is with all sorts of characters?"
Hearing this, a spark ignited in Akadâs mind. He turned his head and stared intently into the Asian youthâs eyes. "You have a way?"
The Asian youthâs lips curled slightly. "As it happens, I control more than fifty percent of the underground forces in the Yanjing Assembly Siteâs outer city zone."
"HAHAHA... This is truly interesting... Then, from this day forward, you will use honorifics when you speak to me!"
"Of course, Master Akad. And, you may call meâWanping."
ăIn the room of Sequence Number 3âWalter.ă
"Master Walter, if you join the Earth Community, then in addition to the benefits stipulated in the contract, Commander Lin has already decided to relocate all residents of your town, including your family, to the Yanjing Assembly Site. They will be provided with the fullest protection and the most suitable employment!"
Walter looked at the contract before him, a trace of hesitation on his refined features.
ăWithin the room of Sequence Number 4âQin Tian.ă
"Freedom! Independence! These are what we should pursue! Brother Tian, if you werenât seeking these, I doubt you would have only revealed yourself to the world now! The moment I first saw you, old Daoist that I am, I knew you were no mere mortal! You are a flood dragon! And a flood dragon should never be shackled!"