The Gentleman Cat and the Canary

"Interpretation complete. Translation of the actual content of the invitation letter in progress..."

"I cordially invite you to visit my study (the topic of this gathering is book knowledge and related fields)."

"December 14th (Room number 1214)"

"Beneath the Immortal Palace (Organization Name)"

besides.

The rest are all literal meanings.

That instant.

A stream of information flooded into Roger's mind.

He gained a better understanding of the invitation in front of him.

This is a key to room 1214 in the "Virtual Realm"!

The Void Realm is a hidden world similar to the Shadow Realm.

But it's even more mysterious.

They are also more difficult to capture.

It connects every corner of the Nine Great Planets.

The holder of the key can be briefly summoned into the void when the time is right.

But in the virtual world.

Everything in reality will be overturned.

Your soul will be displayed to others in a distorted form.

There.

You cannot hurt others, nor can you be hurt by others.

Although people's understanding of the virtual world is still very shallow.

But the great pioneers used the various properties of the virtual world to create one "room" after another.

Most of the rooms are controlled by a variety of secret organizations.

Members of these organizations often come from the Nine Great Planets.

However, this did not prevent them from having smooth communication and interaction in the room.

This is a true "chat room from another world"!...

"So..."

"Is the organization ' Beneath the Immortal Palace ' prepared for those who fight in the Endless Labyrinth?"

"Can you exchange information with other people in the maze while in the room?"

A sense of anticipation welled up in Roger's heart.

But in the blink of an eye.

He became somewhat wary.

Because he remembered the source of the "familiarity" of this invitation—

Four years ago.

Roger had found a similar invitation on the body of the Corpse Demon.

Even today.

He remembers every single word on that invitation.

"I cordially invite you to visit my Potions Garden on September 14th at the Star Dome Platform. Please make sure to come!"

The inscription was signed "Lord Vilan of Lubei County".

Roger had some doubts at the time.

Why would an 89-level Archmage like Vilan be so polite to a low-level mage like the Corpse Demon?

So this is just a format for mass texting!

Looking back now.

Vilan likely founded an organization called "Star Dome Platform".

Their gathering place is room 914 in the virtual world.

And the topics they planned to discuss that time were mostly related to "potions"! The relationship between the Corpse Demon and Vilan.

It might not be as deep as Roger thought.

"The Corpse Demon is at most a subordinate of Vilan's development."

"But Vilan definitely has plans for the Corpse Demon."

"Otherwise, they wouldn't have sent that Blood Mage Apprentice named Moss to follow up in Mystra..."

Recalling the past.

Roger felt he had done the right thing.

He would never entertain such a far-fetched idea as "using that invitation to infiltrate Vilan's organization."

Although it is impossible to harm each other in the virtual world.

But things will get very complicated once Vilan finds out his location.

What Roger needs to do is focus on developing his skills in silence.

Instead of causing trouble.

Even though Vilan was his greatest inner demon in his past life.

Before it is fully developed.

He wouldn't even glance at the other person.

all in all.

Obtaining this invitation meant that Roger was qualified to join " Under the Beneath the Immortal Palace".

All he needs to do is wait.

One day.

The font on the invitation turned red, and he would sense it in his heart at that moment.

The gates to the virtual world will then open to him.

He has about an hour to prepare.

It is said that during the gathering in the virtual world...

His body, which remains in the Prime Material Plane, can still function normally and consciously.

Roger felt a sense of anticipation just thinking about it.

The next two weeks.

Roger maintained his "rest period" rhythm.

His life was dull and monotonous, but fulfilling.

During this period.

Qin's martial arts training is progressing rapidly.

First, around the time of her birthday.

She forcefully opened the third orifice.

Not long after.

She then cultivated the "White Tiger Art" she had just comprehended to the "entering the inner chamber" stage.

Two days ago.

She managed to open up the fourth acupoint! After practicing martial arts for half a year.

All four orifices are open.

Roger finally witnessed what a once-in-a-million genius truly meant! Especially when it came to beating up teachers.

This girl is definitely a pro.

Qin's martial arts training history can be described as Roger's history of humiliation! The interactions between the two, master and disciple, thus went through four distinct phases:

Phase 1.

When I first started, it was a proper teaching and instruction program.

Phase Two.

After discovering that Jean was a genius, Roger began to only talk about his understanding of martial arts, without discussing specific training methods.

Phase Three.

After all three apertures of the zither are opened.

Roger immediately transformed into a humorous and witty history teacher, beginning to recount the past of the Clear Spring Sect and Taren.

Phase Four.

That is, recently.

Roger said it the most.

It's a collection of all sorts of stories and corny jokes.

Faced with this wicked disciple's aggressive progress in cultivation.

Roger's sense of crisis grew stronger every day.

Two weeks later.

He completed all his hunting preparations ahead of schedule and decided to embark on a new journey! However, just before he set off...

The long-dormant invitation suddenly stirred.

Roger pondered for a moment.

He quickly took the invitation to the secret vault.

The next second.

A portion of his consciousness slowly left his body.

"Notification: You have entered the virtual realm."

Please select your virtual avatar.

Below are four options, each accompanied by a lifelike 3D model.

1. Rathalos: You can run faster. 2. Orange Cat: You can be more agile.

3. White-headed Old Man: You possess the ability to fly at low altitudes.

4. Husky: You can have a more deceptive appearance.

"Does this even need a selection?"

Roger had a sudden thought.

The scene before my eyes began to rapidly switch between black and white.

Not long after.

A lively Husky appeared on a narrow street.

The streets were nearly deserted.

A few shadows occasionally flitted through the area.

But they quickly slipped into the rooms on either side.

Roger looked down and sized him up.

I found that my image is actually pretty cool.

He was wearing a custom-made denim vest.

He also had a pair of hip-hop style sunglasses perched on his nose.

It stands in stark contrast to its surroundings.

"No rush to the room."

"Let's go for a walk around the neighborhood first."

Roger had a sudden thought.

The next second.

His figure appeared directly at the end of the street!

"How can I be so fast?"

Roger raised his paw somewhat uncomfortably.

On the data panel.

"Hint: Your special ability - Wander the Aether Sea- is now active."

"The Aether Sea? Is the Void Realm related to the Aether Sea?"

Roger was somewhat surprised.

This is a very significant discovery!

But Roger couldn't worry about that for the time being.

He tried hard to control his speed.

I walked slowly down the street.

Not long after.

Roger then arrived outside room 1214.

Extend your claws.

Push the door open and enter.

It was a British-style afternoon tea room.

A Gentleman Cat wearing a red bow tie sat on the sofa.

Its fur is pure black.

A Canary was perched on a rope hanging in the air nearby.

A faint flame burned in her eyes.

"Hello, newcomer."

The Gentleman Cat greeted them elegantly, "I am Hediwala, and this lady is Vera."

"By the way—the previous owner of the house unfortunately passed away after the last gathering—so now I am the new owner."

"Therefore, I will promulgate three new housing regulations..."

At this point, he glanced at Vera.

The Canary calmly said:

"I have no objection."

Roger said quickly:

"I don't have any either."

Hediwala nodded in satisfaction:

The new housing regulations are as follows:

Article 1. "You must not lie."

In this room, you can refuse to answer other people's questions, but you cannot lie.

Article 2. "The Principle of Reciprocity".

All transactions must adhere to the principle of reciprocity.

Except in cases of gifts.

Article 3.

This is also the most important point.

"Urinating or defecating in public is prohibited."

This one has no comment.

Anyone who violates any of the above rules will be kicked out of this room and stripped of their membership in "Beneath the Immortal Palace," understand?

The Canary nodded.

Roger, a complete novice who knew nothing, could only nod in agreement.

The Gentleman Cat seems to really enjoy the feeling of having everything under control.

He smiled and asked Roger:

"So, newbie, we don't even know your name yet."

"And the number of floors you've reached in the Endless Labyrinth is also a very important indicator."

To show my sincerity, I can tell you directly that I am currently on the 99th floor.

No one was ahead of me.

Therefore, the title of "the man closest to Asgard" is impeccable.

As he spoke.

He looked at the Canary.

Vera said in a cold tone, "I'm on the 91st floor."

That's all.

A cat and a bird stared curiously at the swaggering Husky.

Roger hesitated for a second or two before finally answering truthfully, "I'm on the third floor."

A moment of silence fell over the room.

After a while.

The Gentleman Cat chuckled softly, "Who didn't start from the third floor? Don't you think so, Vera?"

"However, let's have a one-on-one communication session later."

"By the way, your name."

Roger remained silent.

The flame in the Canary's eyes flickered slightly.

The Gentleman Cat said somewhat displeased:

"We all said our names."

"As a newcomer, you're being too stingy."

Roger suddenly spoke up:

"May I introduce myself again, sir? And this Canary lady as well?"

The Gentleman Cat was stunned.

Roger remembers it very clearly.

The Gentleman Cat introduced himself before the "new housing regulations" were announced!

This means that the names Hediwala and Vera may be fake.

But Roger's answer had to be the truth.

This is clearly unfair!

He realized that his trick had been exposed.

The Gentleman Cat chuckled dryly, "Vera, let's move on to the First Ring."

"This newcomer seems a bit out of place."

That's all.

The Gentleman Cat and the Canary then went behind the screen.

Only the Husky was left wandering around the living room.

Roger looked around every corner of the place with curiosity.

Not long after.

Hediwala and Vera then came out.

The former said lazily, "This gathering is now over."

"When to hold the next one depends on my mood."

That's all.

It then disappeared from the spot.

Roger also sensed a powerful force pulling him back.

"Notification: You have left the virtual realm."

I came to my senses.

Roger was not discouraged.

Although he didn't get any valuable information during this trip to the virtual world, he did see some opportunities.

It's normal that the Gentleman Cat and the Canary don't like him.

After all, the number of floors differs too much.

But as time went on...

Roger will definitely find a way to get something out of them.

Especially after Hediwala enacted new housing regulations.

"On another note..."

"The homeowner really has a lot of power."

My brief journey through the virtual world has come to an end.

Roger embarked on his hunting trip without stopping.

He had a compilation of information about monsters from Shar.

It contains a lot of the latest monster updates.

"Red Soil Wasteland: A gigantic monster called ' Torch Ant ' has appeared on the edge."

"Southern Tomb Wilderness: The number of Withered Cultist has increased dramatically."

"New District sewers: Black Stone Beetle Flooding Disaster."

Upon seeing this, Roger couldn't help but stop looking.

Insect-type monsters?

Flooding Disaster?

He smelled his brother's scent! So, the first stop.

So they decided to locate it in the sewers of the New District Gem City!...

Half a day later.

In the shadows of the sewer.

A buzzing sound came from inside.

Under the raging "Dragon Fat Fire".

Large numbers of Black Stone Beetle died in droves.

The Sin Mark has already been placed on it.

Roger's face showed anticipation.

"You killed one Black Stone Beetle."

"Your level of lust has slightly increased."

That instant.

Roger's expression suddenly became very subtle.

Because it's deep inside the sewer.

More and more Black Stone Beetle emerged.

He charged towards the "Dragon Fat Fire" like a madman! "Damn it!"

In the sewer.

An echo reverberated for a long time.

This concludes Volume 7, "Unexpected Calamity," and the story of Volume 8 begins. Thank you for your support, brothers!