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This day.

Early in the morning.

At the entrance to Miracle Dungeon.

Twenty-seven adventurers had gathered there.

A fat adventurer codenamed Pig King wore a skeptical expression. "What a shabby Dungeon. I think even my bathroom is decorated better than this. Are you sure a Dungeon Lord so poor he has to scrape at his feet can really make a Secret Realm worth playing?"

Black Stone Hammer King said irritably, "We've been brothers for years. Would I lie to you?"

Several people around them immediately voiced their support.

"I trust Hammer Bro's judgment!"

"It's been ages since I played such an interesting Secret Realm!"

"I hope this one gives me something fresh!"

"Yeah, Dungeons these days have shoddy environments, monotonous monsters, and zero sincerity. Every one is more boring than the last."

"..."

Not far away stood a female adventurer codenamed Bright Moon Reflecting Snow.

She was a beauty over 1.7 meters tall, first-rate in figure, looks, and temperament alike. At the moment, she stood with several sisters and Cat MeowMeow.

Bright Moon Reflecting Snow asked, "MeowMeow, did you get the Chocolate from here?"

Cat MeowMeow said, "That's right!"

She had only gotten one box of Chocolate yesterday. Yet after taking it back to share with the girls, she had instantly won their hearts. Each of them felt as though they had discovered a new world, unable to believe there could be such delicious snacks. They had never experienced such a dreamlike sweetness and happiness!

"Besides Chocolate, there are lots of other tasty things. And the Secret Realm is really fun too. It definitely won't disappoint you seniors!"

"Really?"

"That makes me look forward to it!"

"My standards aren't high. As long as I get one box of Chocolate today, I'll be satisfied!"

The girls all rubbed their hands eagerly.

They were clearly more interested in the drops.

Elsewhere, Lonely Swordsman followed beside a handsome young man in luxurious clothing, codenamed Sleeping in the Wind.

Sleeping in the Wind said, "If this Secret Realm is really as you described, we must seize this opportunity properly."

Lonely Swordsman laughed. "Trust me. I won't disappoint Young Master Feng!"

"..."

The new adventurers who had appeared today had all been brought in by veterans, showing that the quality of the Raging Tide Secret Realm had earned considerable recognition from old customers.

Black Stone Hammer King said, "Why isn't the gate open yet?"

Cat MeowMeow cupped her hands around her mouth and shouted, "Open the gate! Open the gate! Open the gate!"

Finally.

Miracle City opened its gates.

Boss Qi had not expected the adventurers to arrive so early, much less in such numbers.

Lonely Swordsman said, "I'm here to challenge the Secret Realm again!"

Black Stone Hammer King complained, "Lord Qi, you were ten seconds late today. Please open the gate on time next time. My hands are itching like ants are crawling all over them. Even one extra second is agony, you know?!"

Cat MeowMeow said, "Hehehe, we even brought friends to support you. Pretty loyal of us, right!"

Qi Ji said, "Welcome, welcome. This Dungeon currently has four Secret Realm Crystals. Please line up in an orderly manner!"

Only four Secret Realm Crystals?

This Dungeon was far too shabby!

Though they grumbled inwardly, everyone understood the rules, and the adventurers obediently formed a line.

Sleeping in the Wind was lucky enough to be among the first batch, but he did not hurry into the Secret Realm. Instead, he gave the opportunity to his companion, Lonely Swordsman, while he watched in front of the Secret Realm Crystal to gain experience.

Lonely Swordsman entered the Secret Realm without standing on ceremony.

He discovered that several new options had appeared on the character selection screen.

The options were: Novice Mode, Single Player Mode, Multiplayer Mode, Story Mode, Faction Confrontation Mode, Battle Royale Mode... Of them, only "Novice Mode" could be selected.

Sleeping in the Wind looked utterly puzzled. "What do these modes mean?"

Lonely Swordsman was equally confused. "I don't know either. Seems Like they were newly added. Why don't we ask the Lord?"

Qi Ji patiently explained, "This Secret Realm is still under development. What you see now are different ways to play it. Once you successfully clear Novice Mode, the others will gradually unlock."

Cat MeowMeow asked, "What's the difference?"

Qi Ji said, "There will be major changes in both the types of Zombie monsters and the gameplay."

"What?"

"There are other monsters too!"

"Now that really is something to look forward to!"

"Impressive. I didn't expect you had more in store!"

"Interesting. Looks like this Dungeon Lord really has something!"

"..."

Although Qi Ji's Raging Tide Secret Realm had drawn inspiration from Left 4 Dead, he could actually use these materials to develop many different modes, including CS, battle royale, Biohazard confrontation modes, and more.

These innovative modes were all proven classics.

How could the adventurers have ever seen anything like them?

Once they got hooked.

Wouldn't harvesting them be effortless?

After choosing a mode and character, Lonely Swordsman appeared in the Secret Realm world once more. He immediately began skillfully scavenging supplies, using axes and firearms to kill Zombies. The process was tense, thrilling, and fraught with danger, until he was ultimately killed by a Zombie's sneak attack.

After exiting, he said, "Sigh, I died again. Although most Zombies patrol fixed locations, there are always random Zombies that can't be predicted, so every game is full of variables!"

"This Secret Realm really is interesting!"

Sleeping in the Wind had visited no fewer than eighty, if not a hundred, Dungeons.

The other Secret Realms were all monotonous mazes. Not only were their environments shoddily made, but they were also packed with malicious traps and repetitive, dull monsters. He had never seen a Secret Realm as detailed, vivid, tense, and thrilling as this one!

At last, it was his turn to experience it himself.

Sleeping in the Wind entered the Secret Realm Crystal.

It felt completely different from watching.

The immersion and sense of being in the world were beyond comparison. Though this world's art style was strange, its details were incredibly rich and vivid. It was practically a real otherworld filled with atmosphere!

"Interesting! Novel!"

That was Sleeping in the Wind's first impression.

He had never seen a Secret Realm with such a strong sense of immersion!

Whether it was the various vehicles, advertising signs, buildings, or roads, everything gave off a powerful sense of everyday life. It was easy to see that this world had been bustling and prosperous not long ago.

It stirred an intense desire to explore within Sleeping in the Wind.

As for the Secret Realm's gameplay itself?

Nothing to criticize!

Top-notch!

The ingenious designs of the various firearms, the overwhelming hordes of frenzied Zombies, and the visceral thrill of blasting flesh apart were absolutely unlike any adventure experience he had ever had!

Because the Secret Realm Crystals were limited, the adventurers obediently lined up. While one person challenged the Secret Realm, the others gathered around the Crystal to watch. They could both Participate in Interaction and learn from the experience, making the process quite enjoyable.

"Careful! The Zombies are extremely fierce. Don't shoot other parts. Only headshots can kill them!"

"Beautiful!"

"Sister Mingyue, what amazing shooting!"

"Ah, playing like that wastes too many bullets. Use the axe whenever you can early on, or you won't have enough ammunition later!"

"Fatty, turn left ahead. There's a pistol and ammunition supplies in the drawer in this room!"

"Ah, dead again. What a pity!"

"There are too many Zombies. They're impossible to guard against!"

"Hahaha, you useless noob. It's finally my turn. Watch what I can do!"

"Awesome! Kill, kill, kill!"

"This time, I'm killing fifty!"

"Then let's compete to see who kills more Zombies!"

"..."

Whenever someone pulled off an impressive move, the watching adventurers would erupt with wild cheers and cries, their emotional support overflowing. It truly felt like crowding into an internet cafe with friends to play games back in their school days.

It was easy to see that the adventurers were having a great time.

This scene.

Also made Qi Ji nostalgic.

How many years had it been since he had seen a scene like this?

Anyone who had experienced this simplest kind of joy understood it.

Naturally, Mental Strength and Soul Crystals were produced in abundance throughout the process.

Adventurer "Cat MeowMeow" generated 1 point of Mental Strength!

Adventurer "Cat MeowMeow" has died. Mental Strength +1, Soul Crystal +1!

Adventurer "Pig King" has died. Mental Strength +1, Soul Crystal +1!

Adventurer "Bright Moon Reflecting Snow" has died. Mental Strength +1, Soul Crystal +1!

Adventurer "Black Stone Hammer King" generated 1 point of Mental Strength!

Though he had already guessed that today's earnings would not be low, Boss Qi was still thrilled as the gains kept appearing and flooded the screen!

It was even better than expected!

If things continued at this rate.

The territory's supporting facilities would soon be built.

In just a couple of days, he would be able to upgrade and gain a chance to draw a new game.

Boss Qi felt that he had taken another step toward his goal of becoming the greatest Dungeon Lord!

Thanks to Sleepy Meow for 5,000 Qidian Coins, Heaven-Defying Saint Emperor for 100 Qidian Coins, and everyone for the monthly ticket support!