Everyone here was exceptionally gentlemanly. The men and women on the street, all impeccably dressed in formal attire, seemed poised to enter an esteemed gathering.
Yet, it was this very group who monopolized resources, pushing the impoverished into virtual worlds, and seizing every last resource on the planet.
"Host, wouldn't you call these people 'beasts in human clothing'?"
They were, in essence, animals, yet they adorned themselves in human clothes, presenting a polished facade with flawless smiles, striving to conceal their inherent bestiality.
Zhuo Jin scoffed, "Do not lump me in with them. I am no human; I am a god."
The system was silent.
The host was, as always, unyielding.
The car stopped outside a sprawling manor. The driver offered a apologetic smile, "My apologies, ma'am, I cannot proceed further. Perhaps you could notify your companion to pick you up?"
"Thank you, that won't be necessary."
She alighted from the car. Before her stood an immense estate. Even the gate's railings were fashioned from silver. Within, every flower and blade of grass exuded an aura of harmony and beauty. The courtyard was elegant and antique. At the grand entrance stood two armed bodyguards.
As she approached, they immediately raised their weapons, aiming at her. "Who are you? This is a private estate. Please leave at once."
"I am here to see Nan Bei. Could you please inform him?"
The two bodyguards exchanged glances, surprise evident on their faces. One of them then asked, "Ma'am, may we have your name? It would be helpful for our notification."
"Jiang Jin."
A few minutes later, Nan Bei emerged from within.
The gate swung open, and he bowed to her, "My apologies, I didn't have time to inform them to let you in directly."
"It's alright."
Zhuo Jin followed him into the estate. Gazing at the luxurious residence, so incongruous with the outside world, she suddenly chuckled, lost in thought.
Her impolite behavior caused the man, who appeared to be a butler, beside Nan Bei to frown repeatedly.
"Mr. Nan, the master permits you to reside here, but he has not permitted you to bring just anyone in."
Nan Bei's expression darkened, and he furrowed his brow. "She is my guest, Robert. You would do well to show some respect."
The butler lowered his head, remaining silent.
Zhuo Jin's tone was calm, "Why would I require respect from a servant? Let's go inside. I am here to find someone and do not wish to waste time here."
Nan Bei composed himself and gestured for her to proceed, "Miss Jiang, please."
Zhuo Jin strode in with her head held high.
Inside was a spacious, brightly lit, and luxuriously decorated living room. Soft light cascaded down, illuminating vibrant, blooming flowers that filled the air with a subtle, intoxicating fragrance.
"Your accommodations are quite pleasant. Even having reached this point, why would you venture into the game?"
Ninety percent of those who entered the game did so for money.
He, of course, was not among them.
"To find someone. Isn't Miss Jiang here for the same reason?"
Zhuo Jin smiled and nodded. "I am. Now, you can tell me about your plan."
She sat on the sofa, her demeanor and movements devoid of any longing or curiosity for the place.
Nan Bei had already recognized her extraordinary nature when they met in the game.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have caused the game instance to collapse with her very first move.
"In fact, I have several companions who have just arrived. We will be acting together this time. Would Miss Jiang be willing to meet them first?"
She rose to her feet. "As you wish."
Nan Bei extended his hand once more, "Please."
The two left the living room. Zhuo Jin followed Nan Bei into an elevator, which descended several floors, leading them into an underground laboratory.
Within were the individuals Nan Bei intended to introduce.
Nan Bei introduced them one by one from left to right, "My brother, Nan Xi. This is Doctor Long, a retired mercenary, Zhan Ying, Huang Mou, Lu Chenshuang..."
Among the dozen or so individuals, Zhuo Jin listened to their names as they were spoken, managing to remember them without paying them much heed.
After introducing everyone, he added, "This is Miss Jiang, whom I encountered in the 'Afterlife Inn' instance. The collapse of the instance was also her doing."
Someone exclaimed excitedly, "Hello, Miss Jiang!"
"Miss Jiang, how did you manage to make the instance break down?"
Zhuo Jin smiled at the young woman. "Might makes right."
"What does that mean?"
Zhuo Jin pondered for a moment before replying, "Great strength yields miraculous results."