Reign of the Hunters

p>But she was quick to redirect her attention somewhere else.
They were players from different continents, and there was nothing she could do to help him.
Even if she wanted to warn him, she did not have the means to contact him.
All she could do was to wish him the best of luck.
And she was confident that Fleeting Time would fare better if not as well as Lethal Poison.
There was really nothing to worry about. 

Ye Ci descended from the tree once Ol’ Six was done with his meal, and fired off an arrow at the nearest monster.
Ol’ Six flapped its wings clumsily and followed after Ye Ci, casting its only skill, Intimidation at the monster. 

The two had been leveling up following such a training regime for some time.
Ol’ Six was not interested in fighting, but with its loyalty already at 100% and the enticement from Ye Ci’s roasted meat, he was more than happy to throw itself into battle. 

Tan Polang had almost fallen asleep on the bus on his way home.
He was satisfied with his performance in the exam, and he was one step closer to securing his scholarship.
The hot afternoon sun shone down on the ground on his face. 

The urge to sleep washed over him once again.
It was a 1-hour trip from school back home.
With nothing else to do, the trip was a long and arduous one. 

His phone beeped just when he let out yet another yawn.
One glance at the sender of the message was able to wash away his fatigue. 

It was a message from Fleeting Time. 

The man had made a long call to Tan Polang after getting his phone number.
The 2-hours long conversation was mostly Tan Polang catching up with Fleeting Time, but he had also made his intentions clear. 

Firstly, he liked Gongzi You. 

Secondly, he needed to know the relationship between Tan Polang and Gongzi You. 

And thirdly, he wanted Tan Polang to play matchmaker between him and Gongzi You. 

 His requests were all accepted by Tan Polang who saw gossipping as his life.
He completely sold Ye Ci out to Fleeting Time. 

Fleeting Time did betray any reaction after receiving the information from Tan Polang, but their conversation had also opened up a window for him to communicate more often with the boy.
Tan Polang would always receive a message from Fleeting Time without fail on his way home from school.
Today was no exception. 

But what he received today was very peculiar.
“Has Gongzi You been assassinated recently?” 

Assassination? That’s scary! Tan Polang was shocked. Did something happen to Sister Ye when I was away? “Are you talking about the bounty? Who else other than you can take her on?” 

“I wouldn’t have asked if it’s just that.
Try finding out when you get home and tell me.” Fleeting Time did not divulge more information. 

“Oh, alright then.” Tan Polang would never refuse a request from Fleeting Time especially when it also benefits Ye Ci.
He did not know what was going on, and interpersonal communication was not Fleeting Time’s strong suit.
Tan Polang’s only source of clue was Bai Mo. 

Zuo Xiaolan and Ye Nantian were preparing dinner when Tan Polang arrived home.
He was told to take a shower and to call Ye Ci and Bai Mo down for dinner.
Bai Mo was climbing out of his gaming cabin when Tan Polang returned to his room after taking a shower.
And the boy began asking Bai Mo about events that happened in game.
He was quickly able to piece together the intention behind Fleeting Time’s question. 

It came as a huge shock to him, “No way, Golden Era is acting that boldly?! Won’t that make them targets for retaliation?” 

“It’s still not widely known yet.
It’s still all rumors and speculations at the moment.
Nobody could prove that Golden Era was behind it.
But I think the major guilds will be acting soon.” Bai Mo put on a change of clothes and continued, “Be careful whenever you’re online.
Don’t go anywhere alone especially when you’re not in a city.” 

Tan Polang nodded, and he asked after a slight pause, “But isn’t Sister Ye alone? Do you think she’ll be safe?” 

“Let’s just hope that she’ll be careful,” Bai Mo let out a long sigh.