Ghost city.

The term referred to an abandoned city. Sungyoon could have never thought he would use such a gloomy word to describe Armstrong city.

Armstrong was a city of money and desire. It was the place where all the valuable commodities were concentrated. People used to buy premium foods cooked to perfection on the spot. The merchandise here was much more overpriced than on Earth. Women in fancy clothes and thick makeup used to entice the Connectors. But all of it was gone now. 

The only thing left was a lonely city lit up by the dim light on the ceiling.

“I never expected to see such a sight.”

Sungyoon turned around when he heard a voice. Hyunwoo had arrived with Jinsoo in tow. Sungyoon greeted them.

“You’ve come?”

“Yes. How are you feeling?”

“Good.”

“Of course, he's good. Our ace wouldn't fail at something so basic as taking care of his body.”

On the surface, it seemed Jinsoo was praising Sungyoon. However, Hyunwoo could hear the twisted meaning hidden inside.

Hyunwoo tapped Jinsoo's head. It was a signal telling him to tone it down.

The three of them walked toward their destination, the Beginner’s...