The television in the cell suddenly lit up, playing raucous laughter.
By then, most of them had awakened and were staring blankly at the cell and the iron restraints locking their hands and waists.
Some were physically weaker and had not awakened on their own, but the television's loud laughter startled them awake as well.
A terrifying synthesized voice came from the television, speaking in a chilling tone as it explained the rules.
"...That's basically it. Do you understand? Tell everyone everyone else's passwords, and everyone can live."
"But be quick... You don't have much time. Within the first minute, it'll be 1 to 5 milliamps, with only a mild electric shock sensation. Within two minutes, 5 to 10 milliamps, causing muscle spasms and convulsions."
"Within three minutes, it'll remain below 20 milliamps. Most of your body will be paralyzed and unable to move, though your minds will remain clear."
"Within four minutes, it'll exceed 20 milliamps. That level will cause mental confusion and even unconsciousness."
"Within five minutes, the current will reach 30 milliamps. Most people will go into shock by then, or even die."
"After that, there's no need to say more. You'll definitely die."
The horrifying voice slowly described what awaited them, making most of them cry out in alarm.
"No, no... You can't do this! This is murder!" the Wheat-skinned Beauty screamed through tears.
"I'm not playing anymore! What horse racing? We're people! Not horses!" the Thug roared.
"You're joking, right? Before starting a show like this, you should have had us sign an agreement!" Even the Magician panicked. From the start, he had sensed that this was a gambling game organized by a group of wealthy people. A wager involving several billion definitely had nothing to do with them.
They played games on the surface