After passing the challenging A rank scores, Alan's game link notified him of his rewards: 1000 XP and 1000 survival points. With a sense of accomplishment, he observed the numbers on his interface and noticed that he had also leveled up.
[Level 13: 10260/11000]
Each gain brought him closer to his overarching plan, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of satisfaction.
Before he could fully revel in his success, Alan casually approached the still-shocked Crimson Gunner, Merle Rooker, who seemed to be grappling with mixed emotions. Half impressed and half infuriated by what Alan had achieved, the veteran redneck couldn't quite process the turn of events.
"There's nothing to be embarrassed about, your score is still amazing," Alan said.
However, the atmosphere changed when one of Merle's companions shouted.
"That man must be cheating! Brother!"
"Yes Uncle Merle, let's just kick his ass until he shows his trick!"
