One Against Ten, Eight Eliminated

Energized by the challenge, Mayer quickly went off to make arrangements. It wasn't long before the screens in front of Wen Xin went dark, and the tracking systems on the remaining six participants were also deactivated, propelling the game into a new, heightened phase.

Mu Chengxi had long understood Wen Xin's method of provoking action. He wrapped his arms around her from behind, resting his head against her neck, and affectionately rubbed his cheek against hers.

"Why the sudden desire to up the ante? How many do you think Wen Huai can handle?"

"I want to see where Wen Huai's limits lie. That kid has been playing his cards close to his chest. I wouldn't have known he had such skills if he wasn't under your watch."

Hearing Wen Xin's praise of Wen Huai, Mu Chengxi let out a hearty laugh by her ear, tightening his embrace slightly with a soft smile.