In the final circle, Leo found himself pinned down. Three enemies were closing in. Usually, the heat would cause his frame rate to tank, leading to a quick exit. Instead, the screen stayed buttery smooth. He moved like liquid, weaving through the chaos. With the B-166 active, he didn't just see the enemies; he saw their pathing before they took it.

The screen didn't fade to black. Instead, the coordinates of a physical location in the city appeared on his map. The tool wasn't just for gaming; it was an invitation.

SYSTEM OVERRIDE SUCCESSFUL. USER LEO-99 SYNCHRONIZED. WELCOME TO THE REAL GAME.

The neon glow of the underground gaming cafe in Neo-Seoul was the only light Leo needed. He wasn't just a player; he was a "Ghost," a legend in the hyper-competitive world of mobile battle royales. But even a Ghost has limits when the hardware can’t keep up.