Chapter 8 - Century Ride 2

Alex taking his time. He didn't rush and made care to keep a steady pace. He was in the midst of a swarm of gamers.

He observes that players are better prepared for these contests.

The biggest thing he noticed is that some people bring just too much.

The others, on the other hand, bring firearms.

This prompted Alex to reconsider. He did not anticipate Gamers bringing weapons.

He was simply a regular guy. Ordinary citizens are not permitted to own firearms in their country.

It was during this time when the ban on owning firearms was enacted. In his country, owning a gun was strictly prohibited.

Of course, they're available on the black market.

He was just your average online freelancer. Initially, he had an unreliable source of money.

Furthermore, the Desire Games caused him to lose consumers owing to financial considerations.

He was fortunate to have savings to keep him afloat.

So he has the option of registering with the government or joining guilds. As a result, he will be able to make a consistent income.

But he doesn't desire that; he only wants to be strong during his time.

Furthermore, he is not required to support his family. His sibling is old enough to work and contribute to the family's money.

He was unmarried, so he will want financial assistance.

He recently ended his relationship with his girlfriend. They simply drift apart as a result of long-distance relationships.

It was a strange aspect because no third party was involved, and it may have been love that faded. It was not a heartbreaking experience for him.

Perhaps he knows in his heart that it will not work out like his previous relationship.

He even questions if he has fallen in love or if he simply enjoys the thought of being in love.

Based on his previous experiences, Alex understands that long-distance relationships do not work well for him.

He was passed by a large number of Gamers. The more lost Alex became, the more he reflected on his life.

He was fine with being single. He had been in a relationship for far too long to remember.

The primary issue is that he wants to have sex. But he doesn't like doing it with strangers or friends.

This time, he notices he has lost control of his bicycle and is unable to escape colliding with a wall.

Alex's first response is to try to minimize the impact. He pushes his bike away from him and throws his arms about his head.

Bang!

"Ouch!" "F*ck!"

This jolted Alex awake, and he attempted to calm himself. He was relieved that he had only minor bruises and not major injuries.

"I was correct." "I know the route is not easy; there are numerous steep slopes and sharp turns," Alex said to himself.

"I must use caution." I've barely been riding for three hours, and the distance I need to cover is still too great. And I'm already hurt." Alex can't help himself; he was too thoughtless.

That he was not alone on the road, since there were several who had a car accident. Some people were seriously hurt.

He was fortunate to be properly equipped, which prevented him from suffering major injuries like the people in front of him.

"Plus, I think there's something odd here," Alex remarked to himself.

This time, Alex noticed that a gang of Gamers was obstructing the road's way.

Alex recognized, "These folks set a trap."

Alex took in his surroundings as well as the Gamers in them.

Unfortunately, he was one of them.

"F*ck! "Someone shattered Big Brother's illusion and was staring at us," one of the Gamers alleged.

"F*ck!" Alex can't stop cursing.

He understands that forming alliances was not a rule, thus he can complain.

He was wondering about how he was going to survive.

"F*ck! I was only trying to take care of my affairs. What's the deal with this assh*le?" Alex can't stop whining.

To his amazement, the players did not begin with him and purposefully disregarded him.

While the ten Gamers who had blocked the path began to slaughter the injured Gamers on the road.

Alex was already trying to figure out how to get away.

"I have to make sure they don't see me," Alex thought to himself.

Alex was doing his best to relax.

He witnesses the sad truth that Desire Games arouse these people's inherent avarice.

After the Gamers who ganged together to block the passage were fighting on their own.

He was taken aback. He even questioned himself.

"What in the world was going on?

Out of nowhere, someone taps his hand.

"Don't make an abrupt move. This was entirely my fault. Please assist me. We need to work together." The person's voice sounded very young.

Alex gave a nod. He was taken aback. Why did these folks need to get superpowers?

He simply saw an increase in his endurance. These folks can create illusions.

What he doesn't realize is that he has a strong barrier to illusions.

He was previously affected since he was not paying attention. And now he's so vigilant that he can tell the difference between illusion and reality.

This was the reasoning behind the young man's selection of him. He had already been injured.

He was desperate, and he couldn't move at all. His feet were both hurt. He is aware that if he does not devise a solution, he will perish.

He noticed Alex breaking free from the delusion more quickly. He was able to avoid getting hurt.

He discovered hope and used his ability.