Starting with the awakened Poison God: I choose the Master Thief.

Leaving the villa area, Chu Ci crossed one of the eight bridges connecting the island in the lake to the city and headed towards the old town.

With his current speed, he can easily match the speed of a car if he picks up his pace even slightly.

Several tens of minutes later, he crossed the bustling city and returned to the area he was familiar with.

He could smell the delicious aroma wafting from the restaurant from a great distance.

That familiar taste made Chu Ci unable to help but smile.

Just as he was about to walk towards the small restaurant, he suddenly realized something.

"Should I buy something first? Would it be impolite to go empty-handed?"

It's not surprising that Chu Ci didn't have this awareness. After all, he used to be a poor student without parents. He was already exhausted from constantly struggling with life, and he also had to work while taking care of his studies. Although a large part of this was to reduce the financial pressure of the meager scholarship, there was no doubt that Chu Ci still had to learn in other aspects, such as interpersonal skills.

Back in the city, Chu Ci found a large shopping mall and bought some supplements he had brought back from "God's Domain". They were very effective for ordinary people, but they were not cheap, costing tens of thousands of Federal Credits, which is equivalent to a few gold coins.

But this is only a bit expensive for ordinary people; it's not much for players with a little skill.

After paying, Chu Ci left the mall amidst the warm smiles of the sales staff.

On the entire planet Earth, ordinary people still make up the vast majority of the population.

The lack of talent, background, and resources leaves many people clueless about how to improve themselves even after just leaving the beginner village. Rushing into the wild is just a waste of their lives. Reaching the first tier is already a rare feat, and some even spend their entire lives grinding in the beginner village.

Upon arriving at the small restaurant, Chu Ci pushed open the door and went inside without saying a word.

Looking around, the restaurant was quite crowded, with a few more people than usual. This was considered quite good during the time he worked there, considering the food wasn't exactly affordable.

Before he could even find a seat, Uncle Kui's loud voice came from the kitchen.

"Just tell us what the guests would like to eat."

Chu Ci glanced around again, but there were no new waiters.

I realized that after I left, Uncle Kui would be the only one running the shop again.

"It's still the same as always, Uncle Kui."

Hmm? That sound?

Uncle Kui poked his head out from the kitchen and, sure enough, saw Chu Ci in that familiar spot again.

"Xiao Ci, is that really you? Just wait, it'll be your turn soon."

Chu Ci smiled and nodded in response, then sat there silently and waited.

This little commotion naturally attracted the attention of some people around, but most of them just glanced at it and went back to eating.

However, among them, two people were staring at Chu Ci with eyes as cold and sinister as venomous snakes.

"Feeding Fabo Xin, that must be this guy."

"Yes, according to our investigation, this young man named Chu Ci used to be a regular customer of this store and had a good relationship with the owner. He even worked here before, but recently he seemed to have disappeared. He hasn't even gone back to the apartment he used to rent, and there are no updates on his situation in the Federation's records." The man named Su Boxin gave Chu Ci a deep look, but quickly looked away, probably not wanting to expose himself.

"Heh, we've been here for almost a few days now. The chairman keeps urging us to finish the task, and we'll both be in big trouble if we don't. Luckily, this guy showed up on his own."

The man named Faber glanced at him indifferently.

"Eat your food, Wade. Once this guy leaves, we can question him, and the chairman's task will be complete. Remember, don't make any rash moves later, and follow my instructions."

"Don't worry, the food at this restaurant is really good. I haven't gotten tired of it even after eating here for so long." Wade finished speaking and continued to eat his rice.

After a while, all the customers in the shop had left, and Uncle Kui then brought the bowl of hot scallion and egg noodles to Chu Ci.

"Xiao Ci, you're the same as always. Try it. This meal is on Uncle Kui."

"Thank you, Uncle Kui!" Chu Ci chewed eagerly.

"By the way, Uncle Kui, these are some health supplements I bought for you. They will definitely have a health-strengthening effect on ordinary people. You've opened your own shop and you're not hiring any more waiters. If you continue like this, your health will definitely collapse." While eating, Chu Ci reached under the table with his left hand and took out an exquisite wooden box containing medicine.

Upon seeing this, Uncle Kui immediately took it, but without looking at it, he placed it under his feet and continued to look at Chu Ci.

"You're so thoughtful, kid. Uncle Kui accepted it without hesitation this time. But don't bring anything like this next time. Just come visit me whenever you remember me. No need to bring any gifts. Adding a pair of chopsticks is no big deal for me."

Chu Ci ate his noodles, and the two chatted and laughed. Although Chu Ci was mostly the listener, he found it very interesting.

Finally, the noodles were finished, and it was time for him to leave after the chat.

"Uncle Kui, thank you for your hospitality. I'll come back to see you again next time!"

"Xiao Ci, be careful on the road." Uncle Kui's voice came from the kitchen.

"understood."

squeak!

The restaurant door closed gently with an old creaking sound. All the diners had left when Uncle Kui slowly emerged from the kitchen.

He sat in the seat that had previously belonged to Faber and Weide, his gaze gradually shifting from its previous gentle and kind expression to a deep and thoughtful look as he looked towards the door.

"So their target was Xiao Ci. But why would two mid-level sixth-tier professionals target this child? Regardless, according to federal law, professional feuds can only be resolved within the Divine Realm."

After saying that, he suddenly disappeared from the spot.

On the other side, Chu Ci walked along a path leading out of the dilapidated neighborhood. This was a shortcut he used to take to school, and sometimes he would take this path if he overslept while working.

"Huh? Was this road always this long? Why can't we see the exit yet?"

The surrounding alleys blocked out the sunlight, with only faint rays of light penetrating from overhead and the distance, making the entire road seem to be shrouded in shadow.

"Hmm? No, isn't the light here a bit too dim? And it seems a bit too quiet."

This sudden change made Chu Ci instantly alert.

Just then, a questioning voice came from behind him.

"Oh? This kid's strength seems to be quite high, since he was able to detect my Shadow Realm."

Chu Ci suddenly turned his head to look.

"Who goes there!"

In the darkness, Faber and Weide slowly emerged.

Chu Ci was startled for a moment.

"You are the customers from Uncle Kui's restaurant? Why are you trapping me here? Let me out!"

Hearing Chu Ci dare to speak to him like that, Wade felt that his dignity as a sixth-level expert had been greatly insulted. He was about to teach him a lesson when Faboxin interrupted him.