Chapter 2515: The Legacy of a Super Player
Xu Huo did not choose a faster time, nor was his goal to kill, so he only slowed the flow of time within a small range. The player from the district government, upon sensing the shift in power, immediately distanced himself, evading the time power from afar.
The two sides stared at each other from dozens of meters apart, making the already tense air even more suffocating, with faint killing intent entangling everyone present.
Bubble Bean had already prepared for a desperate fight, but unexpectedly, the player who had just tried to attack the Painting Woman suddenly retracted his aura and said to them, "Come with me. Mr. Warren is waiting for you."
With that, he turned and walked forward without sparing them another glance.
As the three followed, Bubble Bean couldn't help but ask, "What just happened?"
He had only sensed a fluctuation of power in the air but didn't know what exactly had occurred. Being able to bypass the Non-Game Area Simulator was almost certainly a Super Evolution Power. However, since the device was also placed here, Mental Evolution Power would definitely be interfered with, making it difficult to harm a player of that level... Could it be that Xu Huo's Mental Evolution had reached its peak?
"Just a greeting," Xu Huo said indifferently.
Following that player, they soon arrived at an independent small building. There weren't many devices set up inside or outside the building, but like the guide player, at least three others with very high Evolution Rates were stationed around it, guarding the front and back. Only one person stayed close to the middle-aged man in the living room on the first floor.
That was the famous Mr. Warren. He seemed to be browsing important information and didn't even lift his head when Xu Huo and the others entered. He merely pointed to the sofa beside him, signaling them to sit.
The guide player then stood behind Xu Huo and the others.
Being watched from both front and back like this, Bubble Bean's forehead broke out in sweat. Xu Huo also dared not relax. Only the Painting Woman, as if no one else was there, munched on the dried fruits and snacks from the coffee table and even asked for more.
For a moment, the living room was filled only with the crunching sound of her chewing.
Bubble Bean's eyes nearly popped out as he kept signaling the Painting Woman to restrain herself, but she was too immersed in her snacks to notice—or if she did, she simply didn't want to respond.
It was Xu Huo who turned to him and said, "Are your eyes cramping?"
Bubble Bean choked and stopped trying to make useless efforts. He gave up and sat in the corner, clutching a prop he wore that was no longer effective, seeking psychological comfort.
After a long while, Mr. Warren finally found time. He handed the communicator to the player beside him and said apologetically to Xu Huo and the others, "Sorry to keep you waiting. There are just too many things to handle, and I can't spare myself."
"I know everything you did in Mao Guo Town. I understand the purpose of your visit here, but I'm afraid I can't help much."
If you can't help, why did you call us in?
"Compared to the whereabouts of the Wan family, I want to understand the whole story more clearly," Xu Huo said. "District 001 has developed rapidly. In the early days, Outer Zone Players settled here, and over time, it's hard to distinguish between Local Zone Players and Outer Zone Players. Judging by the proportion of personnel in the district government and other governments at all levels, as well as the laws and regulations enacted, Local Zone Players don't hold deep prejudices against Outer Zone Players. Otherwise, they wouldn't have made so many concessions."
"The Wan family incident seems aimed at you and those running for election, but the deeper reason appears to be a struggle between local forces and external forces."
"As I said earlier, the original residents of District 001 and the outsiders haven't reached a life-or-death point. Doing this suddenly seems more like branding the external forces as malicious and nailing them to the pillar of shame."
"I'm curious about the reason for your sudden actions."
Xu Huo paused for a moment, then added, "Don't say this wasn't done by you. With unity from top to bottom, and involving the military district and the government, I believe external forces couldn't have achieved this level."
"You're very sharp," Mr. Warren praised, then sighed. "We have no prejudice against Outer Zone Players. Anyone who enters District 001 and contributes to its future is our compatriot. If you're interested, you might consider settling in District 001."
He gestured to the person beside him, who placed a Cat Whisker Fruit pit on the table. "Mao Guo Town will soon return to normal. You can choose another method to clear the instance."
That pit was the one taken by Lady Sheila earlier. Before the side quest was triggered, they might have considered it, but now it was clearly impossible. Who would have thought that delivering the Cat Whisker Fruit to Lady Sheila wouldn't count as clearing the instance?
Xu Huo, however, smiled. "I understand Mr. Warren's meaning. When it comes to major decisions in District 001, passersby indeed shouldn't ask too many questions."
"But I'm a stubborn person. Once I choose a clearance plan, I won't easily change it until the end. Besides, it's obvious we're only one step away."
"With major events about to happen in District 001, it's unlikely there will be a better opportunity at Mao Guo Town."
"Perhaps we can change the negotiation angle. Is there anything I can help with?"
Before Mr. Warren and the others could react, Bubble Bean's shocked expression couldn't be contained: Wow, you're really bold. What makes you think District 001, with so many Advanced Players, would need help from an outsider? If I'm not mistaken, he should be a B-level player!
Normally, that would be the case, but the reason Xu Huo said this was precisely because they had appeared here. Why did Warren want to see them? That was a good reason.
Since he already knew about the Mi family incident, he must have also investigated Xu Huo's previous actions. Although Xu Huo had disguised himself, he believed District 001 must have capable people who could deduce his identity from clues.
The reason Warren agreed to see him was simply that he had something they needed.
What District 001 players didn't have but he did was obvious.
Moreover, the fact that they took the time to see him at this critical moment showed their urgency.
Thus, Xu Huo's proposal of a trade was perfectly reasonable.
Mr. Warren's expression remained unchanged, as if he wasn't in a hurry. After a moment, he shifted the topic. "Are the three of you interested in the legacy of a Super Player?"
Bubble Bean's eyes stopped twitching, and the Painting Woman paused her eating. Xu Huo only said calmly, "Even if you can't produce the legacy of a Super Player from District 001, you wouldn't just give it away. It seems this involves a struggle over the legacy."
"Giving it away is not the right term," Mr. Warren said. "The legacy of a Super Player isn't something anyone can inherit. Only those with the ability can take it."
"Although we would very much like a player from District 001 to inherit the legacy, we lack suitable candidates. If someone can retrieve the legacy, we are willing to exchange it for something more valuable."