The Shelter Game: Me, Starting with a Tenfold Drop Rate

At the port of the City of Warding, cargo ships continually came and went. Although Starling City had just suffered a disaster, the City of Warding seemed largely unaffected. The locals were discussing the calamity in Starling City, but their expressions didn't show much fear; most regarded it merely as gossip.

Irving made his way through the crowd, searching for clues related to chaotic power. Utilizing the power of the Taikoo Flame Pearl within him, he successfully detected the faint traces of chaotic energy. However, the scent of chaos was exceedingly weak.

To Irving, the signals were elusive and indistinct. He had to concentrate fully to keep track of the chaotic energy. Guided by the faint traces, he arrived at the port of the City of Warding.

"What's going on here? The clues I've found seem rather strange. Could this lead have been deliberately left for me by someone else?" Doubts began to creep into Irving's mind as he picked up the final traces of chaotic energy.

Upon reaching the port, he was almost certain that the chaotic energy he sensed was a highly suspicious clue. "The traces of chaotic energy disappear here. Whether this lead was intentionally left for me by the enemy or not, there must be a source of chaotic power at the port of the City of Warding."

Irving quickly seized upon the critical information. He intended to uncover the source of chaotic power at the port.

His efforts soon bore fruit. Among the moored vessels at the port, he finally discovered an object radiating a strong chaotic energy. It wasn't a chaotic artifact; it was merely a small mirror.

The mirror itself didn't possess powerful chaotic energy; its strength emanated solely from its exposure to chaotic corruption.

The moment Irving laid eyes on the mirror, he realized it was a trap. Drawing his staff, he cautiously surveyed his surroundings.

"Don't be so tense! I brought you here simply to discuss a collaboration," a raspy voice came from behind Irving.

Without hesitation, Irving swung his staff and launched an attack in the direction of the voice.

A blazing fireball shot through the air toward the direction of the voice. However, it ultimately struck only the tables and chairs on the deck.

"Who are you? If you want to discuss a collaboration, then show yourself! Do you really expect me to work with someone who won't even reveal their true form?" Irving said coldly.

"Very well, I will appear before you!" the raspy voice replied once more, this time coming from Irving's left.

Irving chose not to attack; instead, he waited for the figure to reveal itself. Under his watchful gaze, a twisted figure radiating powerful chaotic energy crawled out from the shadows on the left side of the deck. Find exclusive stories on empire

Upon seeing the Chaos Entity, Irving asked coldly, "Aren't you allied with the Night Blades? If that's the case, why would you want to discuss a collaboration with me? I remember a fierce battle we had not long ago deep within the Angel Guild headquarters."

Irving was certain that the Chaos Entity before him was the same one from that confrontation.

The Chaos Entity did not choose to argue. It simply walked closer, stopping about five meters away from Irving. The powerful chaotic energy surrounding it began to rapidly constrict until it transformed into a young man.

"Who told you I was an ally of the Night Blades? I am not their ally! I am merely an ally of Elder Astra! We have devised a plan against Shadow Celestial, and we hope to gain your assistance," the Chaos Entity explained.

This revelation reminded Irving of his previous collaborations with other elders of the Night Blades. While he had indeed worked with several of them, he had never trusted them.

"Why are you targeting Shadow Celestial? Is it just because they also seek powerful chaotic energy?" Irving quickly recognized the source of the conflict between the Chaos Entity and Shadow Celestial. Since both sought the same chaotic power, they were naturally adversaries.

"Don't you want to possess even greater strength? Do you want your power to be taken away by others?" the Chaos Entity countered slowly.

Irving shook his head. "I certainly don't want my power snatched away by anyone. But I'm not foolish enough to trust someone who was my mortal enemy not long ago."

As he spoke, Irving pointed his staff directly at the Chaos Entity. "For me, you're not nearly as much of a threat as Shadow Celestial. But that doesn't mean I'm obliged to collaborate with you. If I can eliminate you, the chaotic power you possess will make me even stronger. This way, defeating Shadow Celestial will be much easier."n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

Irving directly threatened the Chaos Entity.

To Irving, it was crucial to project a tough demeanor. "You won't do that. Because you know, on your own, you can't easily eliminate me. Your allies are busy handling other matters right now.

Moreover, Elder Astra is about to launch a second attack on Starling City. If you don't intend to collaborate with us, Astra's assault will surely leave Starling City in ruins."

The Chaos Entity was prepared on two fronts. On one hand, he aimed to persuade Irving to collaborate, while on the other, he had a contingency plan in case Irving refused.

He countered Irving's threat with one of his own. "Do you really think that threatening me will make me back down?" Irving was not swayed by the Chaos Entity's intimidation.

"And I'll return that sentiment to you. Do you honestly believe that threatening me will make me retreat?" The atmosphere between Irving and the Chaos Entity had grown tense, both ready to fight but unsure if they could defeat one another.

For the Chaos Entity, engaging Irving in combat was the last thing he wanted. Elder Astra wouldn't be able to assist him immediately. Every move Astra made was being closely watched by Shadow Celestial's trusted subordinates, meaning he couldn't appear too familiar with the Chaos Entity.

Irving, too, felt a twinge of concern. While he believed he could count on allies for support, he was deeply worried about a renewed attack on Starling City.

After a moment of standoff, Irving finally chose to slowly lower his staff. "What exactly is your plan? What kind of assistance do you need from me?"

These two questions indicated that he was open to collaborating with the Chaos Entity and Elder Astra. A smile finally crept onto the Chaos Entity's face.

"Our plan is actually quite complex, but for now, I can only share our first phase. You should know that Sophia and Shadow Celestial are allies, right? Our initial goal is to defeat Sophia, or at least weaken her Blood Moon power."

The Chaos Entity didn't divulge all the details of their plan. The first phase he described aligned perfectly with Irving's own objectives.

Irving nodded. "If your first phase is this, then I'm certainly willing to collaborate. But I also want to know your specific action plan. Sophia isn't someone who can be easily defeated."

"I'm well aware of that," the Chaos Entity replied. "That's why I'm reaching out to you for help. Elder Astra will inevitably launch an attack on Starling City, as it's the only way to divert Shadow Celestial's suspicions about him.

While Astra is attacking Starling City, we can summon Sophia back into the real world. This way, we can significantly weaken her strength in the material realm."

Irving was slightly taken aback by the Chaos Entity's revelation.

Irving was taken aback by the thoroughness of the Chaos Entity's plan. "How do you intend to summon her into the real world? Are you planning to utilize the Blood Moon's power that's present in the material realm?"

In response to Irving's question, the Chaos Entity nodded affirmatively. In that moment, Irving realized that the Green family was likely collaborating with the Chaos Entity. After all, the only ones he knew of possessing the Blood Moon power in the real world were the Green family.

Irving's expression shifted rapidly as he processed this information. The Chaos Entity seemed to sense Irving's thoughts.

"We aren't working with the Green family," the Chaos Entity clarified. "While collaborating with them would greatly benefit us, Jony does not trust us."

Irving was skeptical of the Chaos Entity's words but nodded nonetheless, pressing on with his inquiries. "What will I need to do during the operation? When do you want me to join the fight?"

"Elder Astra will take action tomorrow afternoon, and at that time, Starling City will be under attack from the Night Blades. I will directly initiate the summoning magical formations then. The powerful allure of the Blood Moon will surely draw Sophia back into the real world. Once she returns, you'll be able to attack her."

The plan was straightforward; the Chaos Entity simply needed Irving's assistance during the battle. After a moment of contemplation, Irving agreed.

"Sounds good! But I have my own conditions. When you attack Starling City, make sure not to inflict too much harm on the innocent. After all, the more ordinary people that die, the more blood Sophia can use to her advantage."

"I understand completely! Elder Astra will be careful during the operation." After agreeing to Irving's condition, the Chaos Entity quickly vanished from sight.