The silent drama of Asphalt asking Zane to join his team, Zane's clever refusals, and the eventual power play between them—all unfolded with crisp subtitles. Every sarcastic reply, every subtle taunt, every smug grin—now fully understood by the watching masses.
But what really set the crowd ablaze was the recap of how Zane opened the Titan Ruin's entrance gate, and immediately turned it into a business venture of cunning extortion.
"Entry Fee Required."
"Loan Options Available."
"No Exceptions."
– People's Bank, Entrepreneur Extraordinaire.
Even the nobles and high-ranking officials began to argue heatedly among themselves.
Some cursed Zane, Asphalt, and the twins, calling them scoundrels in fresher uniforms, openly disgusted by how they swindled others.
"Who raised these kids?! Daylight robbery, and they're proud of it?" someone fumed.
"Exactly! They're freshmen, not mafia lords!"
But just as many defended Zane's tactics.
