The Labyrinth City, Orario, Adventurers' Guild main entrance.
After the notice was posted, the people gathered there held different views.
Some were unable to accept the restrictions of the new rules, insisting on defending their freedom as Adventurers.
Others wished to act immediately according to the announcement, because that would guarantee the safety and income of exploring the labyrinth.
Chen Hai listened to the people's arguments and understood the current situation.
After all, the rules he formulated broke the long-standing concepts and habits of Orario's Adventurers. Future explorations would become systematic, rational, and efficient.
Hestia, at the center of the commotion, leaned close to Chen Hai and whispered,
"It feels like there are more people against it?"
"That's true. After all, Adventurers are free."
Chen Hai was not surprised.
In fact, this was also the reason why various transmigration novels were so popular.
Compared to the constraints of modern society, Adventurers in other worlds could pursue excitement, challenge powerful enemies, seek out adventures, and change their destiny.
That being said, there were also many Adventurers in Orario who wanted to be employees.
For them, 'Adventurer' was just one of many high-risk professions for making money. If they could get safety guarantees, who would refuse?
Risking one's life for freedom?
In some people's eyes, it was a foolish act.
The aforementioned argument was interrupted by Loki, who suddenly appeared on the scene.
This Loki Familia, one of the 'two major Familias of the Labyrinth City,' was known for its powerful strength.
Chen Hai's gaze also bypassed Loki and fell on those behind her.
Asuna, Riveria, the Amazon sisters, Leifia, and the captain Finn, among others, all arrived at the scene.
The Adventurers saw the Loki Familia appear and all fell silent.
"Oh, good morning, Little Brother Chen Hai. I hope I haven't interrupted your date?"
Date?
Hestia looked at Loki, then at Chen Hai.
She didn't think it was a date, but she didn't deny it either.
Chen Hai smiled and replied,
"No, I was thinking of inviting Miss Loki to join us."
"Sorry, please allow me to refuse. After all, my Familia has Orario's number one beautiful girl swordswoman!"
After Loki finished speaking, she leaned towards Asuna, but was immediately pushed away by the latter, who said, "Too close."
Loki, looking disappointed, turned to the surrounding Adventurers.
"I'll say it again, Adventurers, all of us in the Loki Familia will support this new rule and explore the Dungeon under the relevant rules! Because this rule is the most promising rule to change everything."
"That's quite surprising. I didn't expect Miss Loki to agree so easily."
"This is the result of weighing the pros and cons, and I'm not a foolish villain from a story. I know what to support and what to oppose~"
After Loki stated her position, the silent Adventurers began to discuss in low voices again.
In their eyes, Loki, as the Head-God leading one of Orario's largest and strongest factions, the Loki Familia, was a seemingly frivolous but actually very shrewd existence.
And such an important figure actually agreed with the announcement issued by the Adventurers' Guild.
Thus, everyone began to wonder about the identity of Chen Hai, who had just explained the announcement.
"It's not convenient to talk here. Let's go inside and discuss it."
"No problem."
Chen Hai agreed to Loki's suggestion, and they walked together into the depths of the Adventurers' Guild.
Eina and Misha, seeing this, quickly moved to lead the way.
This time, they didn't go to the lounge that Chen Hai had previously pierced with a single blow, but to the VIP room on the top floor.
At the door of the room, the Guild Master Loiman was waiting there.
Chen Hai saw him and waved his hand.
"Next is my conversation with Loki and the others. You don't need to participate."
"But Mr. Chen Hai, there are still some issues with the new regulations that need to be modified."
"With the basic rules, you don't have to worry about the rest. You can go rest."
"I, I understand…"
As the Adventurers' Guild Master, Loiman did not dare to say more. With a solemn expression, he obediently retreated from the scene.
Seeing this, everyone in the Loki Familia was surprised.
As the highest authority in the Adventurers' Guild, how the Labyrinth City Orario operated depended entirely on Loiman's arrangements.
But such a high-ranking person was respectful and obedient in front of Chen Hai.
Standing behind Loki, Riveria, whose expression had become serious, recalled the information Loki had told everyone last night.
"The Dungeon Lord…"
"It's not a joke, it's really you."
Next to Riveria, a slightly uneasy Leifia continued her statement.
And Asuna, who was closest to Loki, had a hint of doubt on her expressionless, fair face.
Pushing open the door, they entered the VIP room.
The interior decoration was luxurious.
The floor was covered with exquisite carpets, the ceiling hung with expensive glass chandeliers, and in the center were three light gold sofas, usually used to entertain wealthy merchants and distant nobles.
Chen Hai and Hestia sat on the east side, while Loki, Captain Finn, Asuna, Riveria, and others sat on the west side.
The remaining few stood by the window, leaning against the wall, waiting for the upcoming conversation.
Before Loki, the Head-God, could speak, Chen Hai spoke first.
"The members of Miss Loki's Familia seem to have something to say. Everyone is free to ask questions, and I will answer them one by one. Of course, I don't guarantee that everyone will be satisfied."
Before he finished speaking, Asuna leaned forward slightly.
She looked at Chen Hai and asked very directly,
"Loki told me you are the 'Dungeon Lord.' So… are you an enemy?"
After she asked this, everyone's eyes in the room fell on Chen Hai.
What did 'Dungeon Lord' mean?
The ruler of the 'Dungeon,' humanity's greatest threat for a thousand years!
This was also Loki's reason for asking, wanting to confirm Chen Hai's stance.
Even if it was just a verbal explanation.
"An expected question, so my answer is very simple…"
Chen Hai and Asuna met each other's gaze.
"I am not your enemy, but the Adventurers' boss."
is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon? Dungeon recruits employees, with five insurances and one housing fund to ensure safety.
This was Chen Hai's initial plan.
To turn all of Orario's Adventurers, whether LV1 or LV6, including LV7, into employees who would grind experience for him.
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