After Lin Yu finished his "robbery" declaration.

Mosin-Nagant spoke coldly: "Fluoxetine, do you think I fear you?"

"I've killed members of your Psychological Society before—even if you're S-Class, I might not lose to you."

As he spoke, he tightened his grip on the short bow in his hands.

Pointed at by the sharp arrowhead, Lin Yu shook his head with a calm expression.

Though he didn't know who would win if Mosin-Nagant and Fluoxetine truly fought...

This fake Fluoxetine certainly couldn't compare to the long-renowned 'Hunter' Mosin-Nagant.

However...

Lin Yu's most powerful weapon from the beginning was never his gun.

It was the reputation of 'Fluoxetine'—this woman's past was Lin Yu's strongest weapon now.

Of course, perhaps Mosin-Nagant before him was stronger than Fluoxetine.

But—

Lin Yu looked at Mosin-Nagant and spoke with a smile.

"Then do you have the courage to gamble with me? For this fish... gamble on which of us will survive."

"Also, let me remind you—this banquet 'prohibits fighting'."

But Mosin-Nagant was definitely not as crazy as Fluoxetine.

He was a "bounty hunter," the famous bounty hunter of the Hunters' Association.

This meant he was someone who needed money or really liked money, likely a "profit-first" type.

Perhaps Mosin-Nagant would take risks and fight dangerous people to the death.

But the more someone was like this, the more they would put a price tag on all lives—even their own.

He wouldn't take life-or-death risks without sufficient profit.

That's why Lin Yu judged him as an "easy target."

"Though we're not at the dining table now... besides gambling on which of us wins, have you prepared like me to face 'punishment'?"

"And—this is a good opportunity to evaluate you too."

Lin Yu said with a smile.

Mosin-Nagant's expression changed slightly.

Finally, he said solemnly: "Can you lower your gun?"

Even though the other still held his bow, Lin Yu relaxed and holstered his weapon upon hearing this.

"So, what's your choice?"

Mosin-Nagant blew his whistle with displeasure.

"Whoosh—"

A raptor flapped its wings toward Lin Yu, then dropped the dead flying fish corpse to him.

Lin Yu caught the dead fish steadily with one hand and laughed.

"Good, good—seems your potential is slightly higher than I imagined."

"Mosin-Nagant, though the organization's rating was already high, it seems they underestimated you."

Mosin-Nagant looked displeased.

"I thought you'd mock me for backing down and being weak!"

"Impossible," Lin Yu waved his hand. "Did you think we only like mindless hardliners?"

"Well... there's still plenty of time. Surely catching another won't be hard for a professional 'Hunter' like you!"

Lin Yu waved goodbye to Mosin-Nagant.

"See you."

Without waiting for a response, Lin Yu tugged the rope and continued moving.

Dragging the flying fish back to the dining area, he looked toward "Ka" who was boredly browsing the menu at the pool's center and called out:

"Hey chef, I'm storing ingredients temporarily—no problem right?"

After Lin Yu spoke, Ka looked at him in surprise.

"Of course no problem."

Once Ka replied, Lin Yu casually tossed the flying fish before his seat.

Then, Lin Yu pulled the rope toward another direction.

With his earlier success, Lin Yu quickly targeted another "easy mark."

Not far out, he saw a dozen playing cards dancing in the air, slowly slicing a fathead fish to death.

However, though these were also playing card [items] in appearance,

The one controlling them wasn't Li Hua.

A man in a tailcoat and top hat extended his palm, recalling the metallic-glinting cards.

Then he removed his hat and reached in, pulling out the barely-alive fathead fish that had just been before him.

He casually stuffed it into a transparent bag on his back—already containing several fish.

This person was naturally the 'Magician' of the 'Free Alliance.'

Lin Yu looked at him and spoke cheerfully:

"Quite the haul, Phantom."

Lin Yu's voice caught Phantom's attention.

He looked up alertly, wearing a friendly smile.

"Oh, respected Lady Fluoxetine... may I ask why you seek me?"

Lin Yu didn't beat around the bush.

"Robbery. Give me half the fish you've caught now, or I'll kill you."

Lin Yu stated bluntly.

Phantom's expression changed slightly before he cautiously said:

"Um, Lady Fluoxetine—this banquet seems to prohibit fighting."

"Though we're not at the table now, who knows..."

Listening to Phantom's words, Lin Yu mused internally.

The Free Alliance members really thought quickly, using this to negotiate with him.

But...

Lin Yu intended to fully commit to Fluoxetine's persona.

"Then give me the fish, and we can avoid meaningless fighting."

He said very matter-of-factly.

"I only want half, not all."

Phantom smiled wryly: "Then why don't you catch some yourself?"

"That's boring," Lin Yu said naturally. "I ask again—why haven't you given them yet? Looking down on me?"

"Not at all," Phantom quickly said. "I just have concerns."

"Concerns about my methods or character?"

Lin Yu asked.

Phantom answered seriously: "Both."

Lin Yu burst out laughing.

"Hahaha... so you fear I'll take your things then still attack you!"

"Relax, I don't think you should die by my hand in this dungeon—talented players like you, I'd rather see live!"

"Anyway, if you're still uneasy, I can swear an oath."

"To reassure you—you can even decide who I swear to."

Lin Yu spoke in an utterly ordinary tone.

But combined with his words, the more normal his tone, the more it revealed an underlying madness.

However, hearing Lin Yu's words, Phantom actually considered it.

He spoke jokingly:

"Well, no need for oaths really..."

"But if you insist—swear to the 'gods' then."

Phantom said seemingly casually.

Hearing this, Lin Yu nodded.

"Alright."

He gently placed his right hand over his chest.

"I swear to the gods—in this dungeon, I will absolutely not harm you in any way."