Chapter 55 - Serial Number 27149

Is my identity exposed now that Im on the Wanted Players list? Gu Fei asked.

It isnt as long as you dont get caught, Brother Assist answered.

Wont my name be revealed? Gu Fei asked.

No, Brother Assist shook his head, The people on the list are assigned a serial number each. Right now, youre probably displayed as fugitive serial number XXXXX on the list.

So thats how it is.

Players who accept the Bounty Mission will have your location updated on their quest log every five minutes. You just have to calculate the interval properly and move every five minutes, and the players wont find you easily, Brother Assist said.

That makes sense! Ill get moving, then! Gu Fei checked the time and saw that he was approaching the five-minute mark since he got online.

What do you want to buy? Ill buy it for you, Brother Assist walked toward the touchscreen interface of the Auction House.

Okay. Get me an appropriate level 30 mage robe, as well as a necklace, ring, and emblem that increase the proc rate of a weapons fire attack, Gu Fei said.

Brother Assist distanced himself from the interface while saying, Its about time. You should get out of here!

Gu Fei did not even have time to reply.

The two rushed out of the city as they left the Auction House. After walking for a short distance, they heard a flurry of footsteps. Gu Fei looked back and saw a bunch of players heading straight toward the Auction House.

They cant all be after me! Gu Fei expressed his shock.

It appears they are, Brother Assist affirmed.

Therere so many of them! Gu Fei exclaimed.

Just turn yourself in, Brother Assist calmly replied.

Nah Gu Fei declined.

Perhaps you should cover your face. With many people looking for you, theres no guarantee that a sharp-eyed player wont discover you. Those who have accepted this mission will see a conspicuous serial number marking on you, Brother Assist advised.

Alright. But Ill leave the city first. Therere too many pairs of eyes around, which make things difficult, Gu Fei hastily bolted out of the city. Brother Assists speed was not a match for Gu Feis, so he could only shout after his fleeing figure, Be careful!

Gu Fei waved his hand in acknowledgement without even turning around.

Brother Assist returned to the Auction House alone. Countless players were searching the place thoroughly, with more joining in as time went by. Brother Assist thought he had a good grasp of the situations severity, yet he had not expected Gu Fei to attract these many pursuers. Humans curiosity was indeed a frightening thing.

Brother Assist contacted Young Master Han and his fellow mercenary mates once he had left the Auction House. All were extremely astonished when they heard the news, WHAT? That guy didnt know about the PvP rules?

That guy is hopeless! Meeting! Were having an emergency meeting! Young Master Han first criticized Gu Fei before telling everyone to meet at the usual hangout, Rays Bar.

Meanwhile, Gale Force of Traversing Four Seas hurriedly sought their guild leader, Oathless Sword.

Our chance is here! The main door to Traversing Four Seas guild house almost flew off its hinges when Gale Force came crashing through.

Oathless Sword was currently at the lounge, conversing with a few beauties from their guild. Gale Forces abrupt interruption made Oathless Sword feel slightly annoyed. He furrowed his brows and said heavily, Conciseness is a merit. But you must remain calm even when things happen and avoid panicking!

The Masked Slayer is on the Wanted Players list! Gale Force shouted immediately.

After cutting down No Smile so many times, of course he will be on it, Oathless Sword said matter-of-factly, remaining composed in front of the babes, Come. Lets go take a look.

Oathless Sword suavely waved goodbye to the ladies and calmly exited the guild house. He gently closed the door behind him as he agitatedly said, F*CKING HELL! HES BEING HUNTED?! Why did he not turn himself in and squat in prison? Wont his identity be exposed now that everyone is after him?! Whats the point of covering his face, then?!

Gale Force was speechless.

Say something! Oathless Swords hurried expression was completely different from how he had acted inside the guild house just now.

I dont I dont know either! All I heard is that the place with Bounty Mission released a new Wanted Players list with a fugitive with 15 PK points. Who else could it be besides that Masked Slayer?

Lets go take a look! Oathless Sword and Gale Force hurriedly strode off toward the Bounty Assignment Hall.

A large crowd had gathered in front of the Bounty Assignment Halls Wanted Players list interface. Oathless Swords eyes swept through the crowd and noticed that many core members of the various guilds in Yunduan City were here as well. Oathless Sword easily guessed their intentions; they hoped to befriend this powerful expert and pull the Masked Slayer into their guilds. Although Oathless Sword had such thoughts as well, he figured that mulling over it was pointless since nobody could tell who would receive such privilege with these many competitors.

Oathless Sword turned to check the Wanted Players list. The Masked Slayer was listed high on the board PK points: 15, serial number 27149.

Many of the people inside the hall did not immediately receive the mission as they were confident that Gu Fei would turn himself in. They closely observed all the players coming and going since this hall was also a place where fugitives could turn themselves in. Their eyes would periodically gleam whenever they saw a Mage and then be followed by a look of disappointment.

This explains why he did not turn himself in. Doing so is as good as walking straight into the lions den, Oathless Sword mumbled to himself. Quite a few Mages were entering and exiting the place, yet the serial number 27149 remained on the top spot.

In one corner of the hall, July, Luo Luo, and Lie Lie were observing the human traffic as well.

Ah, that one! Thats definitely him! Hes wearing a beginner robe! Lie Lie boomed as she pointed to a player for the seventeenth time.

Luo Luo appraised the player and sighed, Lie Lie! A pro may not necessarily be handsome, so curb your wishful thinking and stop calling my attention to every good-looking Mage here! That last one is only at level 12.

Oh....

How long have we been here, anyway? July asked.

Close to half an hour, Luo Luo answered.

Is it possible that he does not intend to turn himself in? July wondered.

That can't be. With a PK value of 15, hell have to drift outside the city for thirty hours. Doesnt he have to go offline? If he goes to a designated log-off point, any player who has taken the Bounty Mission might manage to kill him off before he reaches the safe zone, Luo Luo said.

How else would you explain why he hasnt shown up yet? July swept her gaze across the Wanted Players list.

Maybe he has predicted that therell be plenty of people waiting for him to surrender himself, so he found a place to while his time away instead! Luo Luo suggested.

Oh! Guess weve got to wait a bit more, then!

They held onto that sort of mentality as they patiently waited until it was past an hour.

Ah! Its Its Oh... Its just a Priest, Lie Lie exclaimed as she pointed at the most beautiful individual she had seen by far.

Luo Luo followed Lie Lies gaze and her eyes shone.

Luo Luo gently tugged at her friends as she indicated the same person and whispered into their ears, Thats Young Master Han.

Young Master Han circled the Bounty Assignment Hall once and left quickly. Luo Luo dragged July and Lie Lie and stealthily followed him.

Young Master Han walked at a slow pace. Once he crossed two streets and got on to an isolated alley, he abruptly turned around. The three ladies quickly hid in a corner when they saw him turn.

Stop hiding and just come out! Someones already watching your every move! Young Master Han called out.

Dont move. Hes bluffing, Lie Lie said.

Hes not bluffing a clear voice sounded from behind the three ladies.

The ladies were dumbfounded. Lie Lie looked back and immediately felt bewildered, Did you guys hear someone speak?

July stood still and looked behind them, sighing into the air, Theres a Thief on Stealth behind us!

Can you all come out now? Young Master Han called out once more.

The three walked out from behind the corner restlessly. Lie Lie hurled some punches and kicks behind her, yet she struck nothing solid.

Youre pretty careful! To actually have someone trail you, Luo Luo complimented.

Young Master Han ignored her praise and coldly stated, Our deal ended yesterday.

Thats true. But a new deal can always be made, Luo Luo reasoned.

Were busy right now to accept any new deal, Young Master Han bluntly said.

What could you be busy with? Luo Luo asked.

Young Master Han chuckled dryly, Do you have to ask?

Since the whole thing started because of us, we feel obliged to offer our assistance, July said sincerely.

Miss, our service has been paid at a reasonable rate by you. You dont owe us anything. Everything happening right now is our groups business. We dont need you to worry about us. Please take back your kind offer and just be on your way! Young Master Han turned and prepared to leave after saying this.

Young Master Han! Lie Lie hastily shouted.

Young Master Han stopped mid step.

We know your name and appearance. Arent you afraid that well leak this out? Lie Lie hollered.

Lie Lie! July and Luo Luo did not expect Lie Lie to say such a thing.

Are you threatening me? Young Master Han turned around and stared at Lie Lie.

No. What I meant is since youre okay with us knowing your identity, then why arent you fine with letting us know the other members of your group as well? Well surely keep it a secret! Lie Lie promised.

Young Master Han laughed and said to July, You should ask your guild leader. I believe shell understand my intention.

July froze on the spot.

Stop following me. My personality isnt that great and Im having a bad day, so I may lose my temper. Ill give you a friendly advice: Dont acquire the Bounty Mission just to find out his identity. Hes cruel and will not go easy on anyone! Hes a real killer! Young Master Han was filled with resentment as he grinded his teeth over these last few words, turning to leave once more.

He is far too arrogant! Lie Lie said indignantly.

Miss, its not polite to speak ill of someone behind his back, the unseen person suddenly quipped.

Why are you still here?! Lie Lie stamped her feet in anger, Scram, you voyeur! She threw kicks and punches in the air once more.

Lets go, Lie Lie, July dragged Lie Lie along.

So are we taking the mission, Sis July? Luo Luo asked.

Of course, were taking it, July said decisively, But were not after his identity; well try to see how we can be of help to him.