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Chapter 103: Chapter 102: "Don't even think about using Leap Slash on me, damn it!

In Jingjiu City, even a dog earns the respectful address of "Capital Lord" when placed in another city.

The local tycoons of Fengtian City, when compared to Jingjiu City, could hardly make a splash—truly inconspicuous in every sense.

It's possible that even the head of their own family has a lower Player Level than the chauffeurs of those Jingjiu City tycoons.

This middle-aged man's words carried an even greater aggression. Fortunately, Sang Biao wasn't here, otherwise, such words would have grievously offended Sang Biao, making the already tense atmosphere at the scene even more rigid.

The others seated on both sides of the table also followed the principle "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil," pretending to have heard nothing.

Those seated included the core members of the Fengtian City Government and heads of various powerful families within Fengtian City, like the head of the Chi Family and the leader of the Black Hand Gang. At this moment, they all seemed as if they hadn't heard a thing, remaining silent without uttering a single word.

Although they held respectable positions, they still lacked the qualifications to interject in this setting.

No matter how powerful the local forces might be, it's challenging to outmatch the local government, except in some cities like Gaobei City, which is entirely under the control of local powers. In Fengtian City, they haven't attained such means.

The tension didn't last long before a man with gold-rimmed glasses said softly, "The city-state competition starts in a month. Even if Chen Miao levels up rapidly within this month, his Combat Power will unlikely surpass that of Sang Biao."

"This year, Sang Biao should still represent Fengtian City, but Chen Miao has potential. He could become the representative for Fengtian City next year,"

"It's not too late to decide on this matter next year."

"In fact, it's time to consider setting aside the past glories of Fengtian City for a while. If Sang De, Sang Biao's older brother, represents Fengtian City in the competition, he is certain to achieve a better ranking."

Sang Biao has an older brother named Sang De, who ranks first in Fengtian City's Combat Power rankings, nearly doubling Sang Biao's Combat Power. However, Sang De is not a marksman but a martial artist.

Fengtian City was once quite famous, known for its sharpshooters.

It had outstanding performances in the city-state competitions and enjoyed high popularity among the people.

But over time, the marksman profession gradually declined in prestige, and fewer Supernaturals chose it. This led to the decline of Fengtian City, which is why they are so eager to replace a marksman of sufficient strength.

The reason is simple.

One, to regain Fengtian's prestige under the moniker of a marksman!

Two, to attract more Supernaturals to choose the profession, rejuvenating the entire Fengtian City. Fengtian City has an environment exceptionally conducive to the growth of marksmen, which requires a large quantity of marksmanship-related materials, Skill Books, and Job Transfer Books—and Fengtian City's warehouses are bursting at the seams with these items, possibly overflowing, bringing substantial fiscal revenue to the city.

With more people, the land becomes more expensive.

Thereby revitalizing Fengtian City completely.

This is why Fengtian City has consistently sent marksmen to compete even though they clearly possess stronger Supernaturals.

If any Supernatural could achieve this for Fengtian City, they would be highly promoted unless specifically named for extermination by the Federal Leader. Sitting in their positions, they all understood the principle that a rising tide lifts all boats. Only if Fengtian City became strong would their authority be substantial.

Just then—

The mayor, who had been silent, spoke up.

"Before the competition begins, let Sang Biao and Chen Miao have a match to decide who will represent Fengtian City,"

"Tell Chen Miao,"

"If he can defeat Sang Biao and manage to make it into the top hundred in the competition representing Fengtian City, then next year, the entire Fengtian City will serve him, providing all resources. With hundreds of marksmen warehouses in Fengtian City opening for his selection, we'll strive for an even better ranking next year."

Although the mayor started off impartial, the underlying message was clear—he believed more in Chen Miao's potential. After all, despite two years of support from the entire Fengtian City, Sang Biao's progress was discouraging at best, making it hard to harbor much hope for him.

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This statement also set the tone for the meeting.

The other people at the table began to lower their heads and leave, many not having said a word throughout the meeting, such as the head of the Chi Family, but their silence wasn't actually needed; their presence was just to ensure they understood not to conflict with Chen Miao during this period.

Be wise.

Fengtian City needs Chen Miao.

...

Thus, a meeting commenced and concluded in utter silence, and at this moment, sitting in the Oura Clubhouse, Chen Miao was completely unaware of it. He only had Zhou Shen in the city government, and unfortunately, Zhou Shen's rank was too low to be invited to this internal meeting.

His eyes were fixed unblinkingly on the woman in a cheongsam standing on the auction stage.

The auction had already started.

The auctioneer was continuously introducing the items.

Truth be told, they were all fine goods.

Like this marksman-exclusive prop he had just acquired.

'Prop Name': Land of Imprisonment.

'Prop Level': D-grade.

'Prop Effect': Upon activation, any teleportation, transport, jumping, charging, or other rushing abilities will be prohibited within a ten-meter radius for 10 seconds. The prop has a 10-minute cooldown.

'Prop Restriction': Only 'Marksman' and its advanced job series can use this prop, and player level must be lv.3 or higher.

'Prop Description': "Don't even think about Leap Slashing me, damn it!"

A god-tier lifesaving prop for marksmen.

A marksman's greatest fear is close-quarters combat. Don't talk about how guns are faster at seven steps; when a martial artist clad in high-level protective gear, activating various damage immunity skills and buffs, Leap Slashes onto your head and engages in close combat...

You'll replace that a burst from your gun can't even penetrate the martial artist's protective gear, and glancing at the greatsword smashing down towards you will begin to feel despair.

You start to reconsider why you chose the marksman profession.

And this prop can well prevent martial artists from performing Leap Slash on you, though it can only last 10 seconds. Nevertheless, those 10 seconds are more than enough to increase the distance between you and the opponent.

He had spent 3 million credits to buy it.

Very expensive.

If it were the old him, he definitely could not have afforded it.

Having initially 17 million credits in his pocket, Chen Miao, after realizing a prop had just taken 3 million credits, suddenly discarded the idea of reserving the entire auction for himself.

He didn't have the financial power.

His strength was still lacking.

...

Chen Miao looked somewhat pained at the item in his hand, which looked like a bracelet, seemingly made of phoebe zhennan. It felt quite nice to the touch – this bracelet was the D-grade prop 'Land of Imprisonment' he had just purchased.