“Seventeen seconds!”

“As expected of Mr. Zhou!”

“Amazing!”

Ji Jue had only just pushed open the door when cheers and applause erupted from the crowded lounge. Everyone had gathered around a spot, seemingly engrossed in some kind of game.

Ji Jue drew in a sharp breath. Ever since leaving the workshop, he had not seen such dense waves of spirit matter. Every single person in the room carried multiple alchemical items, as well as several pieces of alchemical equipment. The room practically sparkled with high-end equipment.

As the door swung open without so much as a knock, everyone inside turned to look at the unexpected visitor, sizing him up with puzzled expressions. Why was this guy showing up so late? Did someone book the services of a gigolo?

“Oh, it’s quite lively here.” Ji Jue shut the door behind him and smiled in a friendly manner. “What’s everyone playin...