A fallen phoenix is no better than a chicken. The top-notch supernatural power users subdued by the Special Ability Suppressant were captured by the tyrant Chen Fei. Whether they were unlucky or fortunate remained to be seen.
Unfortunately, losing their freedom after one reckless move, they signed a unilateral labor contract with sky-high penalty rates, almost akin to a slavery agreement. Fortunately, amidst the sudden chaos, they and their families received strong protection and refuge. The desolate equatorial island of Socotra now stood as one of the few rare paradises of peace and tranquility.
Aside from Asia, where The First Sovereignty was stationed, even the newly developed affluent areas in Africa required formidable arms and vast resources to barely sustain themselves. Almost everywhere else was either chaotic or quietly seething under a facade of calm, all of them unsuitable for long-term residence.
