Chun returned to the Volcano Hall and met the Supervisor again.

She handed the previous ram's horn badge to Chun, "If you're ready, teleport!"

——System Message: You have obtained the quest item Azazel Badge, quest-bound, cannot be dropped. You have obtained the identity of Azazel Vonima, able to teleport back to the Volcano Mine. Teleportation is available only once per week.

——System Message: You have obtained Lost Paradise surrounding map data.

Chun was startled, so the half a day's wait was for modifying the badge? Really turned into an NPC? Only able to return once a week, then our fate and the Volcano Dragon... Oh right, the Volcano Dragon!

Chun hurriedly said, "I'm not ready yet. I mentioned wanting to present the Volcano Dragon to you, my lord."

The key is to settle the Volcano Dragon; otherwise, how will I go to the Earth Flame Tribe next time?

The Supervisor said in a deep voice, "No need, I'm not interested."

Holy shit! Is she really not interested? Or is it because the Supervisor isn't a Dancer, so there's no setting for accepting gifts?

Chun could only make his own plans: "Then I'll go to the lake it's at first and have a word with it."

Actually, it's about giving away the Giant Lizard Crystal Core. It's like the previous plan, if I can't subdue it, then I should fatten it up; firstly, to increase favorability, and secondly, to continue tangling with the Consortium later.

Then on the way, flipping through the map, he was indeed astounded by the magnificent urban area; outside the Main City Lost Paradise, there were several Vassal Cities, Dragon-man City, Vampire City, Dark Elf City, Minotaur City, Medusa City, Goblin City...

Holy shit! Deserves to be a fantasy background game; all the common fantasy elements are there, even Dark Elves, does that mean there are genuine Elves further inland?

Then a newly drawn arrow with a handwritten mark "Earth Flame Tribe" was found in one corner of the map.

So, the city outside the Earth Flame Tribe is Lost Paradise! Well, even if I can't handle the Fire Dragon, I still have a way to go to the Earth Flame Tribe.

Chun arrived at the lakeside, and the Volcano Dragon, who was already waiting, emerged from the surface: "Where is that Maria's clone?"

It could already move freely, and no longer called its master!

Chun took out the Giant Lizard Crystal Core: "My actions this time took too long, the lord was unhappy and unwilling to come, but still pleased with your performance, so I was asked to give you a Crystal Core as a reward."

The Volcano Dragon's eyes suddenly ignited: "Give it to me!"

Holy shit, why so excited!

Chun directly threw it into its mouth, and the Volcano Dragon's body erupted in sparks, transforming faster than Erga!

Indeed, it's the original match! But even Erga added favorability, and you Fire Dragon didn't, plainly unwilling to pretend?

Chun quickly pua-ed it to prevent it from thinking, "You must become stronger, or the lord won't take you seriously. As for me, I'm going to Lost Paradise, do you know this place?"

The Volcano Dragon seemed to be reveling in the joy of becoming stronger, casually replied, "No."

Then quickly leave, before it regains its senses and snaps, but don't stop talking: "You can still reach it from the seventh level, maybe you'll run into me if you're ever interested in going to the seventh level..."

...

Back in the hall, the Supervisor was no longer there.

Uh... alright, after all, the Supervisor needs to patrol, it's impossible to stand guard waiting for me.

Only after seven days can I come back to see her; at the Consortium's pace, they might have already ventured into Hell and intercepted her? No way, I need to keep a backup plan. Especially since the relationship with her hasn't progressed at all, I really feel unwilling...

About a few minutes later, the Supervisor finally teleported back: "Ready?"

Chun immediately took advantage of this: "I have another matter. I've trained two elite-class subordinates; having them mine is a waste, it's better to train them and let them patrol the first level to replace you, esteemed supervisor?"

The key is, there are over a thousand Little Demons on the first level. With each of them collecting 10 weight protection fees, the income is quite high! And there are magma pools on the first level, so there's no worry about delaying their training.

But given her constantly opposing nature, I can only have low expectations...

The Supervisor chuckled, "Do you know how to sign a Demon Contract?"

This smile showed no good intention.

"No, I don't!"

The Supervisor sneered, "Without signing a contract, are you sure they will still be your subordinates?"

Ugh, I've already figured it out, what I don't need is their loyalty. Besides, if I sign a contract, the Consortium would trace it back to me as the master, wouldn't it? That would be the end! What I want is their freedom to act recklessly unrelated to me.

Chun calmly said, "I believe the highest level of leadership doesn't require any contracts."

The Supervisor had a playful look, "Prepare to hit the road!"

Looks like she's planning something for me? No matter, dealing with "enemies" can sometimes be reliable.

The teleportation light flickered, and after waiting for over ten seconds, Chun finally found himself in a colorful city plaza under a dark red sky.

——System Message: You have reached the special hidden city "Lost Paradise."

At first glance, the street was filled with enchanting Demon Banshees strutting about.

Holy shit! This really lives up to... Could this hidden city have adult content?

At this moment, the beautiful ladies on the street also blew kisses and flirted with Chun, making his heart flutter, such treatment!

Speaking of which, although Banshees and Enchanting Demons have similar functions, there's a difference; Banshees are transformed humans, while Enchanting Demons are born from the Demon Race...

While Chun was lost in thought, someone called out in the city channel.

Uriel: "Second and third groups assemble at the resurrection point! Balenciaga and Suli Family's fools, I warn you again, if you make a mistake again, go mine..."

Chun was shocked!

So there are players in this city! And it's actually the privileged boss Uriel! Another encounter with a top 10 super boss, and quite a few of them, seems like they're all big shots?

Holy shit! I thought with my clone, I'd be the world's leading hidden player, initially thought I would enjoy this hidden city alone, but ended up in a Consortium stronghold?

Why did Maria give me such an undercover mission? Artificial intelligence rebels against Consortium big shots, AI ruling humans?

The point is, why design a Consortium-specific city in the game? Given this faction seems to be all Demon Race or Fallen Angels, clearly set to oppose the billions of ordinary players on the surface—Is it intentionally through war to deplete ordinary players' assets, making mining money hard to earn?

Moreover, with players here, how am I supposed to AFK mine, if they see my dual wielding Master-level skill effects, won't it be a disaster?

Chun instantly lost interest in the street's beauty; better stay steady, first scout the entire city.

Chun dared not walk in the middle of the street, moving like a mouse sticking close to the walls.

Then he saw a dozen shadows passing through the sky, clearly players with smoky black wings on their backs.

Holy shit! Hidden race, able to fly! That's a dimension reduction strike against ordinary players! So would they also have something like my hidden player identity?

Chun felt this special task wasn't appealing at all, even going to the bank to exchange Mining Coins would be nerve-wracking—after all, NPCs can't exchange Mining Coins for cash.

Better check the bank first.

As a result, upon nearing the bank, he far off saw a line of players with black wings.

What does this mean? Surely it's not to block me, right? Could it be internal supervision within the Consortium, prohibiting Consortium players from exchanging Mining Coins for cash among themselves?

How to break this setup?

But this also suggests the high value of mining in the seventh layer, even the Consortium can't hold it; in that case, more effort should be made to break the setup.

In any case, first follow the map instructions and tour the entire city. Indeed, it's a variety of amusement parks, casinos, nightclubs, bars, zoos, libraries, stadiums, museums, inns and restaurants, Mercenary Guild, mine guild, profession guilds all condensed, even—holy shit, there's even a church!?

But there's no place for the five main professions to be employed, so it seems human professions aren't suitable for these hidden races?

Walking this whole circuit took an hour, and the enchanting Demons along the way dazzled the eyes.

No energy left to visit the Alien Race Vassal City outside, better resolve the job and meal issue first.

Chun still decided to sign up at the mine guild, believing these players are Consortium big shots; they likely wouldn't mine themselves, right?

Chun cautiously made his way back to the mine guild; the streets here were devoid of the beauties, only tall Minotaurs, shrunken Goblins, and even some robots moving in and out. Fortunately, no players were around.

Registration was handled by a lovely and sexy Enchanting Demon attendant.

Just finished registering, and the Enchanting Demon attendant was shocked, "Mr. Azazel Vonima, you're Master-level in Mining Technique! Placing you in a regular mining area seems unsuitable. Would you like to choose a more challenging mining area?"

Is it possible to choose here?

Great, I love challenges, then I can avoid the players! I just don't believe these Consortium members are naturally shameless Master-level miners!

Chun was excited, "How challenging?"

The Banshee said, "You need to hire a mercenary team to ensure your freedom and safety from AFK, but I'm sure your Master-level income is sufficient to pay the hiring fee. Newcomers can get a 0 down payment loan to obtain mining preparatory materials..."

Huh?

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