Invincibility starts when I see the BOSS health bar.

Chapter 1019 Arrogant and Domineering
In the distance, dazzling advertisements flashed on giant electronic screens, streetlights illuminated the streets as bright as day, pedestrians thronged the sidewalks, and various sounds mingled together. Even through the soundproof car windows, one could still feel the vibrant energy that belonged to the city.

According to Fang Yu's memory, it wouldn't take long to cross this bustling area. He only needed to drive straight along this main road for a short distance before he would see the entrance sign for the intercity expressway.

"Now that we're here, with such a high population density and heavy traffic, shouldn't we slow down and follow the rules a little?"

As Fang Yu watched the pedestrians and densely packed vehicles rushing past the window, this thought couldn't help but cross his mind.

Even with privileges, in such a complex environment, shouldn't one still consider the impact and safety? He subconsciously checked again to make sure his seatbelt was fastened.

However, he once again misjudged the situation.

Qi Ge showed no sign of slowing down. On the contrary, as if responding to Fang Yu's inner guess, he pressed the accelerator without reducing the pressure, driving this roaring black beast into the dazzling urban torrent!
An extremely unexpected, even shocking, scene unfolded!

The main road they were traveling on, leading to the highway entrance, seemed to have been enchanted by a magic spell, like Moses parting the sea.

Just moments before their vehicle entered, all the intersections on both sides of the road, whether small side roads or large intersections, had been marked with conspicuous temporary roadblocks and flashing warning lights.

Staff members in uniforms with upright posture
They stood guard at the intersection, effectively stopping all vehicles attempting to merge into their lane.

Not only that, but the other lanes in the same direction were also completely empty at this moment!

The multiple lanes that should have been bustling with traffic were now completely empty, with only their car driving alone and domineeringly in the widest lane in the middle of the road.

On both sides, countless vehicles were stopped like frozen waves, forming a long line.

The headlights of those vehicles formed a sea of ​​light, yet they remained motionless, as if lined up awaiting inspection.

Many drivers and passengers peered out of the car windows with curious, puzzled, and even slightly disgruntled eyes, following the only black sedan that could speed along the empty road.

Those gazes, like spotlights, made Fang Yu feel extremely uncomfortable, as if he were sitting on pins and needles. At the same time, he gained a deeper understanding of the enormous difference brought about by the word "privilege."

This is not just about controlling traffic signals; it's about physical clearance and real road control!

In order to allow their vehicle to pass quickly, a temporary opening was made in the bustling city's main traffic artery, just for their passage!
"Boom--!"

The roar of the engine echoed and amplified in the "canyon" formed by the tall buildings on both sides, making it even more awe-inspiring.

This sound is no longer just a symbol of power, but a declaration, a assertion of strength.

As Fang Yu listened to the roar of the engine, which sounded like a ferocious beast, and watched the frozen cityscape rushing past the window, an extremely complex and indescribable emotion welled up in his heart.

He never imagined that he would one day be able to "storm" the city streets like those lawless "ghost fire teenagers" in movies, enjoying this almost absurd freedom.

A feeling mixed with excitement, absurdity, and even a little guilt quietly arose.

But it must be admitted that this treatment... is truly exceptional.

The roads were completely open and unobstructed; all obstacles had been cleared in advance, and all rules were in place to make way for them.

This is not merely an improvement in efficiency, but also a symbol of status, a manifestation of being highly valued. The Banner Headquarters certainly gave them ample face, a strong welcome, or rather, a unique kind of "welcome ceremony."

Fang Yu subconsciously touched his nose, a helpless, self-deprecating smile appearing on his lips.

He felt that deep down, he might truly possess a kind of kindness and orderliness that belong to ordinary people.

Despite having already come into contact with and even possessed some extraordinary power that transcends common sense and surpasses the mundane, in the real world, simply enjoying the slightly "arrogant" privileges that come with these privileges makes him feel a strong sense of unease from the bottom of his heart, and even feel quite embarrassed, as if he has done something wrong.

This psychological contradiction and tug-of-war is particularly clear at this moment.

While power and status are increasing, the shift in mindset seems to require more time and... a stronger impact to catalyze it.

In this state of unimpeded traffic, their vehicle roared through the bustling city center amidst the frozen flow of cars and countless mixed gazes.

This scene, like a boulder thrown into a noisy urban pond, stirred up ripples upon ripples.

Along both sides of the road, amidst the long lines of cars forcibly stopped, a mix of emotions—surprise, confusion, curiosity, and resentment—suggested and spread behind every car window.

"Holy crap! What's going on? The road's blocked?"

A young driver leaned half his body out of the car window, holding up his phone to try and record a video, clicking his tongue in amazement, "Are they filming a movie? I didn't see a camera car!"

In the adjacent lane, a taxi driver clicked his tongue and remarked to his passenger in the back seat, "Look at this scene! How many years has it been since I've seen anything like this? Which important figure is inspecting the area? It doesn't seem like it, just one car!"

The passengers craned their necks to look, watching the taillights of the black beast disappear into the distance, and muttered, "Even high-ranking officials have to follow basic laws when they inspect the area, right? Clearing out the entire main road like this... is it some super-rich second-generation heir going for a drive?"

"A rich kid?" A driver in the front row, frustrated by the traffic jam, couldn't help but sneer, his tone laced with sarcasm. "Whose rich kid has such influence that the traffic police would set up temporary traffic control just for him? Does he own a mine, or does he own a mine? Or... it's not even a matter of being 'rich'."

"This is so extravagant!" A stylish young woman was also recording a video, talking to herself as she recorded, "See this? A real-life domineering CEO on a trip? Wait, even CEOs aren't this arrogant, are they? What level is this?"

Such a visually striking and topical scene naturally wouldn't be overlooked by passersby in the era of social media.

Soon, several videos with different angles but similar content, accompanied by various sensational titles, began to circulate on several major short video and social media platforms in China.

Breaking News! A mysterious tycoon's son in a certain city used his power to block roads and clear the area during his outing!

Reality is too surreal! Why is the bustling city center deserted just for him?

Privileges Everywhere? A Glimpse into a Mysterious Vehicle Enjoying Moses-Style Treatment!

The video was shot somewhat shaky, but it clearly showed the empty main road, the dense traffic blocked on both sides, and the blurry figure of the black sedan that flashed by.

The comments section instantly exploded.

"Holy crap! This is a real boss!" "Investigate! This must be thoroughly investigated! Who's behind this?"

"The saying 'Money really can buy anything'..."

"Heh, what's the point of being arrogant in real life? Let me see you in the game 'Seeking the Demon'! In the game, we don't care what you are in real life. I'll easily crush these rich second-generation good-for-nothings who rely on their families!"

"Upstairs +1, let's see who's the real deal in the game! This kind of guy is probably as bad as shit, he's all about money."

"I have already reported it and am waiting for an official response."

"A response? You're dreaming. Believe me, the video will be gone soon."

Sure enough, as if some invisible force was at work, these videos and topics had just gained popularity and hadn't even had time to form a larger wave of dissemination before they disappeared from the platform silently in a very short time.

The poster's account also shows that it has been temporarily or permanently banned for "violating community rules".

The online discussion about the "mysterious rich second-generation blocking the road" has been erased like an eraser, leaving only some scattered speculations that quickly sink to the bottom, and no longer able to stir up any waves.

The discussions in reality did not stop, but instead turned into more private whispers and deeper suspicions.

The passerby who shouted "I can beat anyone in the game" online probably doesn't know that the "rich second generation" he mentioned is currently feeling the same discomfort about privilege as him.

"Brother Qi," Fang Yu finally couldn't help but speak, breaking the silence in the car where only the engine was running, "Aren't we being too conspicuous?"

Qi Ge's gaze remained focused ahead, a barely perceptible twitch at the corner of his mouth: "Mr. Fang, many things are starting to come out of the woods. Our little operation is just a small-scale operation. By the way, we're almost there," he paused, a hint of trepidation in his voice, "Once we arrive, someone will give us a detailed explanation of the situation. Boss Qi's idea is for you to familiarize yourself with the environment and get to know... some local friends."

"Friends?" Fang Yu frowned slightly. He didn't think that making friends was the right thing to do at such a critical moment.

“Well, some… ‘friends’ who might be helpful to our next operation, or whose cooperation we need,” Qi Ge added, his tone clearly tinged with caution.

Fang Yu didn't ask any more questions, knowing he wouldn't get any more information from Brother Qi.

He leaned back in his chair, looking out at the pitch-black wilderness and the scattered lights in the distance, a sense of instinctive wariness rising within him towards the "friend" he was about to encounter.

He came here to resolve the issue, not to participate in any social engagements.

Their car was traveling at an extremely high speed, and in less than an hour, it exited the highway and entered the urban area of ​​a neighboring city.

The prosperity here is comparable to that of Jiangnan City, only the city layout and architectural style are slightly different.

Qi drove the vehicle with practiced ease, passing through several brightly lit streets, and finally stopped in front of an extremely luxurious and modern five-star hotel, the Ding Shang Hotel.

As soon as the car came to a stop, a group of people who had been waiting at the hotel entrance quickly came to greet it.

The leader was a middle-aged man with a large belly, wearing an expensive custom-made suit, his hair slicked back and shiny, his face full of enthusiastic and even somewhat obsequious smiles.

He was closely followed by a young girl who looked to be around twenty years old. She was dressed elegantly, had a beautiful face, and her eyes were filled with curiosity and inquiry. Her gaze was almost constantly fixed on Fang Yu, who had just gotten out of the car.

Behind the father and daughter stood several attendants dressed in black suits, looking capable, as well as one or two people who appeared to be hotel executives.

"Mr. Qi! You must have had a long journey!" The middle-aged tycoon strode forward, warmly shaking Qi's hand vigorously, then his gaze immediately turned to Fang Yu. "This... must be Mr. Fang, right? Truly a young hero, so handsome! I am Wang Jianlin... oh, I mean, Wang Fugui, a local... uh, a small-time businessman. Welcome, welcome! A warm welcome!"

His attitude was excessively enthusiastic, and his eyes darted back and forth on Fang Yu, as if trying to find something interesting about him.

His daughter, Miss Wang, beside him, also gave a sweet smile and said softly, "Hello, Mr. Fang."

Fang Yu felt somewhat uncomfortable with this display of force, and simply nodded slightly in response.

What he cares about most right now is not these formalities.

"Mr. Wang, you're too kind." Brother Qi responded calmly, subtly withdrawing his hand. "Is everything arranged?"

"Alright, alright! It's absolutely safe. The presidential suite on the top floor has the best view and is the quietest!"

Wang Fugui quickly patted his chest to assure them, then stepped aside to lead the way, "You two must be tired from your journey, shall we go upstairs and rest for a while? I've already prepared a small feast to welcome you and wash away the dust of your journey..."

Fang Yu frowned even more deeply, and couldn't help but speak again, "Mr. Wang, right? Thank you for the arrangements. However, I'd still like to understand the situation first, regarding that countdown..."

Wang Fugui's smile remained unchanged as he interrupted, "Oh, Mr. Fang, don't be in such a hurry! Now that we're here, we're absolutely safe! Someone will give you a detailed report on those matters later. You must be tired from your journey, so let's settle down, have something to eat, and then we can talk slowly. There's no rush!" His tone was smooth and perfunctory, clearly indicating that he didn't intend to get to the point immediately.

Qi Ge also glanced at Fang Yu, signaling him to calm down.

Fang Yu felt a surge of irritation, but he suppressed it for the time being due to the situation.

The group took a private elevator directly to the presidential suite on the top floor.

The suites are extremely luxurious, spacious, and exquisitely decorated, resembling independent palaces in the sky.

However, Fang Yu was completely oblivious to this; his mind was elsewhere.

Wang Fugui showed no intention of leaving immediately; instead, he warmly invited them to the dining area of ​​the suite.

A large round table had already been set up there, laden with exquisite cold dishes and drinks.

Soon, several more people were led in, each with an extraordinary air about them. Some wore Chinese-style jackets and expensive watches, while others were dressed in suits and had sharp eyes. One of them looked quite authoritative and was unsmiling.

Through Wang Fugui's introduction, Fang Yu learned that these were all prominent figures in the city, well-known entrepreneurs, bankers, and even the head of a powerful local department.

(End of this chapter)