Chapter 1985

"Don't worry. You won't suffer any losses." The man in regal clothing watched coldly, his expression still icy but not visibly angry. Shannon ignored him entirely and turned to leave with Benjamin, stepping through the spatial rift and reemerging in the original Phantom Market. The market was bustling with activity, the atmosphere signaling the final moments before closing. Shannon understood immediately why Benjamin had brought her back here instead of straight to the main tournament venue. According to the rules, a participant only passed the round if they successfully redeemed their item and returned to the venue. If he had taken her straight back, it would've looked like she had cheated her way through. Even if it wasn't technically the case, people would still talk. "Can you go back on your own?" Benjamin asked her. Shannon nodded. Activating a ghost gate back to the venue was a walk in the park. He stepped aside, giving her space to pull out two black talismans. "Dark Mo