When the group that had just burst into the Freedom Hotel excitedly announced Zero Wingâs victory of the Dark Worldâs invading army, the players in the lobby, who had been skeptical about Yuan Tiexinâs stunned announcement, were flabbergasted.
âWhat?! Itâs actually true!?â
âHow could Zero Wing have possibly won?! Weâre talking about an entire world of experts!â
The fact that the Secret Pavilion held some of Stone Forest Cityâs shares was no longer a secret. Thus, there had been a chance that Yuan Tiexin had been lying to boost Zero Wingâs reputation.
The players that had just arrived, however, were a different story. Every member of the group was an independent player, and a few of them were well-known among the adventurer teams unrelated to Zero Wing in the city. Because of this, they were considered quite credible.
Most importantly, they had just explained the sudden change in the various superpowersâ attitudes regarding Zero Wing.
Even with many players still doubting the news, assuming it was either a lie or outrageously exaggerated, there was no doubt that the Guild in question had done something to change the superpowersâ minds. That fact alone was enough to shock everyone in the lobby only moments before they were overcome with joy.
Without the various superpowersâ interference and with Stone Forest Cityâs defenses and terrain advantage, even the Dark Worldâs players would need a long time before they could capture the city. Meanwhile, resident players like themselves could safely and far faster than those based outside of Stone Forest City.
âThankfully, we werenât too rash, but I really doubt that Zero Wingâs foundations are this formidable. Demonâs Heartâs Flaming Light must be going mad with regret right about now,â the fierce man from Crimson Emperor said with a bitter smile.
The main reason that the various superpowers were so afraid of Demonâs Heart was the key in Flaming Lightâs possession, which allowed him to open the Dark Worldâs Teleportation gate in any location he desired. If not for this trump card, Demonâs Heart wouldnât have developed so smoothly in the Ten Saints Empire.
Flaming Light had intended to use this trump card to salvage Demonâs Heartâs reputation and deter the Ten Saints Empireâs various superpowers, but now, both his threat and plans had gone to the dogs.
In fact, Flaming Lightâs trump card had unexpectedly benefitted Zero Wing, increasing both the Guildâs fame and fortune!
It was only a matter of time before word of the Dark Worldâs defeat spread across the main continent, and as it did, everyone would learn about Zero Wing. Not even the various superpowers were capable of accomplishing such a feat, yet Zero Wing had succeeded. Although the Guild had relied on a large number of Tier 3 NPCs to do so, those NPCs were considered a part of Zero Wingâs strength.
In addition, with the Dark Worldâs Teleportation Gate under Zero Wingâs control, even ordinary players knew this victory would usher in an era of power for the Guild. No one would be surprised if it instantly became a superpower in its own right.
And the one who granted Zero Wing this opportunity was none other than Demonâs Heartâs Flaming LightâŠ
âThatâs right. Without the Dark Worldâs assistance, Demonâs Heart will have a very hard time expanding in the Ten Saints Empire,â Illusory Words agreed, nodding.
Demonâs Heart had gone out for wool and come home shorn.
The Dark Worldâs Teleportation Gate shouldâve triggered unprecedented change on the main continent. However, Zero Wing now controlled the gate, and the Guild had made it clear that it intended to collect a fee from every player that wanted to use the Teleportation Gate. This would significantly decrease the number of visiting Dark World players and, in turn, reduce the number of Demonâs Heartâs potential allies.
Unless the Dark Guild wanted to face the Ten Saints Empireâs various superpowers, it would have to keep a low profile for a considerable amount of time.
âYouâve done a great job this time, Illusory. Since the Grand Elders had nearly made such a catastrophic mistake, the Guild Leader has reclaimed a lot of authority in the Guild. The Guild Leader sent a message ago requesting that you represent Crimson Emperor in the negotiations with Zero Wing. It would also be best if you could rent a few of the Freedom Hotelâs rooms long-term. Donât worry about the required money and materials,â the fierce man congratulated his comrade.
âThe Guild Leaderâs requests are certainly troublesome. Now that Zero Wing has defeated the Dark World, a ton of powers will try to rent a large number of the hotel roomsâŠâ Illusory Words grumbled, offering a half-hearted smile.
With Cold Spring Forest now free of the Dark Worldâs threat, Stone Forest City was, once again, a sacred leveling ground. It would soon become a holy city for the eastern continentâs various powers and independent players, and when it did, even entering the city would become a challenge, let alone renting one of the Freedom Hotelâs roomsâŠ
Shortly after the various superpowersâ meeting in the first-floor lobby had concluded, news of the Dark Worldâs defeat spread throughout the continent. As they learned of the event, many powers began to regret their decision to abandon Stone Forest City the moment things had turned south.
âCrap! How is this even possible!?â
âZero Wing is so awesome. Even an entire Otherworld of players is helpless against that Guild. Who could possibly stand against it?â
âStone Forest City? It seems like a good place to develop.â
When the various kingdoms and empiresâ powers and independent experts learned about Zero Wingâs victory, many of them considered moving their bases of operations to Stone Forest City.
Aside from the fact that Stone Forest City occupied a Level 100 neutral map, the fact that the Dark Worldâs invading army hadnât been able to shake Zero Wingâs foundations made the city incredibly valuable. None of the cityâs residents would have to worry about suddenly losing their bases or another power taking over, which would render all of their investments useless. This concern was precisely the reason that many players developed in NPC cities, rather than in Guild Cities.
Now that Zero Wing had affirmed its strength, Stone Forest Cityâs stability wasnât a concern. At the very least, it would be a long while before any power could bring harm to the city. This time period would be more than enough for players to earn back what they had invested in the city.
For a time, players from various kingdoms and empires swarmed toward Stone Forest City. The abrupt population boom was easily ten times larger than the initial wave of players that visited the city once it had reached Intermediate rank. Moreover, an astounding number of players had begun to apply to the Guild. Zero Wing had already received more than two million applicants among its various branches, with many of these experts capable of reaching the Trial Towerâs fifth floor and beyond.
Gentle Snow, Aqua Rose, and Zero Wingâs other management personnel were stupefied.
No matter how well they had managed Zero Wing in the past, few new experts had applied to join, yet after a single battle, everything had changed.
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âGuild Leader, Stone Forest Cityâs player population has exceeded 8 million, and I believe even more players are on their way. Should we slightly raise the cityâs entrance fee?â Aqua Rose asked, still blissful after reading the latest statistics report.
Their war with the Dark World had ended less than half a day ago, yet Stone Forest Cityâs player population had risen from less than 2 million to over 8 million. The number of players visiting the city had completely exceeded her expectations.
No, letâs forget about increasing the entrance fee. We still need a large number of independent players to settle down in Stone Forest City. However, we can increase the Freedom Hotelâs prices. Donât normal rooms cost 30 Silver per day? Raise it to 1 Gold. Bronze Members will get a 10% discount, Silver Members will get 20%, and Gold Members will get 30%,â Shi Feng decided, chuckling.
Nothing in this world came for free. Since the various powers wanted their experts to develop as quickly as possible, he wouldnât be courteous. He was incredibly poor right now, after all. To arm his Knight Division, he had spent almost all of the money he had.
âI understand.â The pricing astonished Aqua Rose a little. Not even ordinary experts could afford a daily expense of 1 Gold. âAh, right. Guild Leader, Dark Rhapsody and Deity Society have contacted me and wish to discuss the offer you made them. Theyâre asking when youâll be free to speak on the matter.â