As Lin Li’s reputation in Jiangcheng soared like a balloon in a gale, a mysterious organization that seemed to have crawled out from the shadows set its sights on him. This group, known as "Dark Star," operated like vermin, lurking in the corners to manipulate commercial ventures and line their pockets with ill-gotten gains. They felt this upstart Lin Li was making too much noise—a veritable wrench in their gears—and feared he might jeopardize their lucrative schemes. They decided it was time to teach him a lesson.
One day, while Lin Li was idly scrolling through his phone, he received an anonymous email. It was filled with flowery language, inviting him to an "all-important" business negotiation and hinting that the rewards would be akin to manna falling from heaven. Lin Li’s eyes lit up immediately. "Well, look at that," he thought. "Another profit-making opportunity knocking at my door!" Without a second thought, he hummed a tune and set off for the venue.
When he arrived at the designated location, Lin Li was stunned. The place was as silent as a graveyard. There was none of the bustle one would expect at a business meeting; it was an absolute wasteland of emptiness. Before he could even process this, a group of men in black emerged as if from cracks in the ground, swarming around him until he was completely boxed in.
"You lot are certainly good at popping out of nowhere," Lin Li said, his eyes widening. He tried to maintain a facade of composure, but a slight tremor betrayed him in his voice. "Who exactly are you, and what do you want?"
The leader of the men in black curled his lips into a smile colder than ice. With the sinister air of a demon crawling up from the underworld, he hissed, "Kid, you’ve been making quite the scene lately. The Dark Star organization doesn't tolerate those who interfere with our business. Today is the day you meet your end."
Lin Li’s heart skipped a beat. He never imagined he would cross paths with such an enigmatic and dangerous organization. However, he refused to be intimidated. Instead, he instantly activated his prized "Eye of Insight." His eyes darted around like a sharp, cunning fox, searching for a flaw in their formation.
The "Eye of Insight" was indeed a cheat code provided by the system, and it was nothing short of miraculous. Lin Li felt as if he had suddenly gained a superhuman advantage; he saw right through them. Although they looked well-trained, standing there with stiff, stoic faces like wooden mannequins, he noticed their positioning was a chaotic mess, riddled with gaps like a disassembled jigsaw puzzle. A grin spread across Lin Li’s face. "Is this the best you’ve got?" he shouted. "You think you can stop me? Not a chance!"
Quicker than a lightning strike, he launched his attack. His movements were a blur, and in a matter of seconds, he sliced through the encirclement as easily as cutting through tofu.
But the Dark Star organization wasn't about to let him go so easily. Like a stubborn adhesive patch, they began a series of dizzying harassment tactics and framed him for various offenses across Jiangcheng, determined to ruin his reputation and drive him out of the city’s business circles for good. Lin Li knew he couldn't hide from this; he had to meet the challenge head-on and fight this mountain-like opponent to the end.
Faced with the relentless pressure from Dark Star, Lin Li realized, "No matter how capable I am, I can't fight an army with just two fists. I need backup." He quickly sought out Lin Zhentian and Li Hua, spilling every detail about the Dark Star organization. Upon hearing the news, they were incensed. Fuming like lit firecrackers, they slammed the table and roared, "They’ve gone too far! Don't you worry, brother—we’re behind you all the way!"
With their support, Lin Li began scouting for talent, scouring the city for elite professionals. His recruits included seasoned business veterans who could spot an opportunity at a glance, bodyguards with superhuman strength and combat skills, and brilliant hackers who reigned supreme in the digital realm.
At the same time, Lin Li didn't hesitate for a moment. With a wave of his hand, he spent a massive amount of System Points to redeem an array of powerful management skills. Like a master sorcerer, he organized his team with surgical precision, establishing an organization he named the "Starry Alliance"—a title that radiated pure authority.