Yongdongji?

"Hint: Your servant Cindy has consumed 1 Inspiration and transformed into an Emergency Item: Psychic Tank"

"Psychic Tank: Cindy has begun Automatic Attack"

"Your servants killed three Snow Woman."

History: Your energy level has slightly increased.

"In the present world: Your spleen's metabolic rate has been slightly increased."

Boom! Boom! Boom! On the snow-covered mountainside, where no one ever goes.

The Psychic Tank unleashed its firepower without restraint!

It was as if he was venting his anger!

Under that frenzied artillery fire.

The Snow Woman suffered one after another.

And on the edge of the battlefield.

Roger, an outsider, couldn't help but show a look of surprise.

Cindy has actually learned "Automatic Attack"! This was something he hadn't expected! He was originally planning to ride Cindy around and show off...

Unexpected.

He became that unnecessary person.

Seeing how fierce Cindy was.

Roger felt a pang of guilt.

To be honest.

He was genuinely afraid that Cindy might deliberately miss the target...

Roger wasn't sure if his five-star healthy body could withstand a single hit from a tank.

That is precisely why.

He could only watch from afar as Cindy executed the Snow Woman.

The words he had wanted to say from the very beginning were stuck in his throat! Until the smoke cleared.

After all the Snow Woman women died.

Roger then strode over.

As if sensing something, Cindy slightly tilted the tank's cannon barrel—

Roger always had the illusion that this thing was pointing right at him.

Fortunately, Cindy's tone was still quite respectful.

He showed absolutely no sign of arrogance or haughtiness after gaining power.

"Owner..."

"You seemed to have something to say to me just now?"

Roger nodded:

"That's true."

"But it's no longer necessary."

Cindy asked curiously, "What exactly did you say?"

Roger explained, "Firing directly on this snow slope would be too loud and could trigger an avalanche... I originally wanted you to drive them down the mountain before we started..."

Cindy asked in confusion, "Oh, I see..."

"Then why is it no longer necessary?"

Roger pointed up the mountain. "Because there's been a fucking avalanche!"

"Could you please make an opening so I can get in?"

"Help... me...!"

Puff puff puff! The avalanche in the spirit world comes much faster than in the Material Realm.

As they were talking.

The two were simply buried alive.

A few minutes later.

Roger struggled to climb out of the snow.

He spat out several mouthfuls of snow water.

The soap bar at my waist is now as quiet as a well-behaved child, completely lacking the fierceness it had just displayed.

Roger didn't blame it.

After all, at the critical moment, Cindy still managed to open a hole for him to crawl into.

Otherwise, he probably wouldn't be so relaxed right now.

After crawling out of the snow.

Roger's first move was to run away! Continue hunting the Snow Woman?

Joke!

This is the territory of Frost Lord Mong!

Roger has confirmed that the Snow Woman is a member of the Frost Lord's kin.

It would be unwise to linger here any longer.

not to mention.

The clues at the Snow Woman Camp have been fully explored.

Roger's biggest objective for this trip has been achieved.

And in the process of collecting information.

He also managed to acquire two portions of Spirit World Dust.

This move has already been incredibly profitable.

If not now, when?

A moment later.

Roger returned to the Amusement Park unharmed.

He looked around at the surroundings.

The clown colleagues continued to diligently perform their clown-like antics and frighten people.

It looks like the game is still going on.

I just don't know which group it is.

"After the Snow Woman comes the Clown."

"I remember the ' Clown Residence ' is in this direction..."

Lost in thought.

Roger dragged his chainsaw forward, laughing awkwardly.

From beginning to end.

No one noticed anything unusual about him—in fact, Roger was also just trying his luck by investigating the clues.

When I was trying to pass the level on my own before.

It's difficult to operate because it's under so much public scrutiny.

And now.

It's someone else's turn to try the challenge.

He then had room to maneuver.

He happens to possess the "Second Form: Demon Clown".

After the transformation, it looks exactly like the real Demon Clown.

In addition, Roger's superb acting skills.

No one will ever notice.

The Amusement Park originally had a barrier around its edge.

But Roger teleported in while invisible, along with the other players.

This scene unfolded almost right under the noses of Motuo.

But the old man remained completely oblivious.

This clearly shows that his power in this area is pitifully weak.

Watching Motuo frantically search for "Roger" in the crowd.

Roger felt sorry for him.

It's a pity.

Not every pitiful person deserves sympathy.

Medog is the official host here.

Then he has to bear some responsibility for this cult disguised as a game!

Roger sneaked into the Amusement Park today.

The goal is to gather all the relevant clues.

In order to gain more initiative! This thought crossed my mind.

He couldn't help but quicken his pace slightly.

Very soon.

He found the door that he had blasted three times before.

I don't know if it's just my imagination.

When Roger entered that door.

I feel like the door is much looser than when I rammed it with a tank last time.

Hint: You have arrived at the Clown Residence.

"Record: You begin your journey through the Clown Residence."

You've infiltrated a group of Demon Clown.

You start laughing hysterically.

Ability: Clown Virus in effect!

You're laughing at them!

"You laughed so hard you killed 36 Demon Clown. Your Sin Mark is now full. You have obtained a small amount of fragments of Spirit World Dust."

"You've reached a new milestone: LOL!"

"Hilarious: You wouldn't understand the clown's joy."

"Corresponding title: Joy Turns to Sorrow (Your smile's infectiousness +40%)"

"It really is true that joy turns to sorrow... hahaha..."

Inside a large tent that resembled a circus theater.

Strange laughter could be heard from time to time.

Center stage.

Roger was struggling to rub his face and stomach.

Just now, while testing the "Clown Virus".

Because they worked too hard.

I almost lost my life.

This left him feeling extremely frightened.

"Hahaha... Laughter really is addictive, I hope I won't get addicted... Haha... I shouldn't... Ha..."

They stepped off the stage.

Roger struggled to suppress his urge to laugh wildly while searching for relevant clues.

Unlike the Snow Woman Camp.

The Clown Residence is a large, very compact tent.

This place is inhabited by a huge number of Demon Clown.

Roger's laughter just now certainly wiped out all the clowns nearby.

But there's no guarantee that someone else will fill in for you later.

He needs to hurry.

Fortunately, he already had some connection to the Joker.

Roger moved quickly between the tents.

Under the guidance of Brother 7 Inspiration.

He quickly found the items that came with the clues.

Those fragments of information were quickly transformed into text and entered Roger's mind.

After a brief period of tidying up.

Roger learned the following information:...

"1. The Demon Clown was once a member of the 'Forest Master's' retinue."

They later betrayed the Hearth Master and apparently sided with the Ancient One Vilan.

But such reliance may not be genuine.

Some details Roger collected suggest that...

Nowadays.

The Demon Clown in the dwelling has returned to the hearth master's embrace of faith.

This thing might just be a double agent trick played by the furnace master back then.

The target, of course, is the Ancient One Vilan.

"2. Both the clown and the Snow Woman serve their respective innkeepers through totem worship."

This is said to be because 'the gods are in a high and distant position and cannot dedicate themselves to the affairs of the people'.

As for how high and far these stack owners actually live...

This is not explicitly stated in the known information.

However, in order to solve the problem of the stack master being unable to descend to the mortal realm.

They established churches in the Material Realm and controlled the number of mediums;

In the spirit world...

They, in turn, supported their relatives and their followers in fighting against each other.

Or confront other forces.

3. A book titled "The 《The Spirit World in a Nut》" mentions—

The shape of the spirit world is not simply a cliff.

There's more to it than meets the eye.

The wilderness or plateau that psychics explore through the Constellation Gate is only a shallow layer of that universe.

There is a treasure deep within.

Those were treasures that the innkeepers fought desperately for.

In order to obtain it.

The stack owners joined forces and frantically mined the Spirit World Cliff.

This action brought about a lot of trouble.

It also gave ordinary people many opportunities.

The second half of this book was cut.

Its author should be a ' Named One ' or ' Ancient One ' from the Clown Residence.

Roger found it through a very hidden secret door in the house.

If it weren't for Cindy's extraordinary inspiration...

Ordinary people would never find that location!

To be honest.

These imaginative ideas made Roger even more fascinated by the spirit world.

He couldn't wait to continue exploring.

But his wildly pounding inspiration reminded him that this place was no longer safe to stay.

Although the hearth master cannot descend.

But before actually deciding to overturn the table.

Falling out with someone of the rank of "stack master" is not a wise move.

Therefore, a moment later.

Roger left the house just before the other clowns surrounded him.

Back at the Amusement Park.

Roger had originally planned to take advantage of the chaos and leave with one of the victors.

But who would have thought?

These contestants were absolutely terrible.

He waited for three groups in a row.

The result was the same: total annihilation! "I wonder how many groups are still outside."

"Won't I be stuck here?"

Thinking about this...

One of the dedicated clowns was so scared that he didn't even want to drag a chainsaw anymore! Fortunately, Roger's worries were ultimately unnecessary.

Around noon.

A group of formidable people arrived from outside.

One of the middle-aged men, dressed in a purple robe and with a deep voice, caught Roger's attention.

His combat power is at least 4 stars or higher.

The clown and the Snow Woman posed no threat to him whatsoever.

The purple-clad man was not the only strong member of this group.

Roger discovered it.

Among them was a country girl wearing a simple long dress and with her hair in a ponytail.

Her combat ability is not high.

But Cindy secretly informed Roger.

This girl's inspiration level is at least 6 stars! At this point...

Roger finally began to sense a slight challenge.

This is the true strength of a powerful individual who has prepared for the inheritance of the Ancient One! As expected.

This group escaped unscathed.

As they left via the Teleportation Gate.

Roger stealthily went over and hitched a ride.

I don't know if it was just his imagination.

During transmission.

The man in purple suddenly nudged Roger.

The girl, who had a rather rustic air about her, stared at him intently.

Roger felt quite embarrassed.

After leaving the Amusement Park.

He just left.

Anyway, as long as Motuo doesn't find him.

Roger didn't go far after he left.

He hid in the shadows and watched the game unfold.

This First Stage seems to be as Motuo described.

It tests the psychic's courage.

The later groups clearly had the advantage of experience.

The success rate has improved slightly.

final.

The 36 players were divided into those who withdrew and those who were eliminated.

They successfully advanced to the second round.

There are only 8 people.

When this result is confirmed.

The survivors also had somber expressions.

Those who were eliminated are left behind in the Amusement Park forever.

It became the footnote to the clowns' grotesque laughter.

For some of them.

The First Stage is already this difficult.

What about the ones that come after that?

Some people have already considered quitting.

But most people wouldn't give up at such a critical juncture.

This has nothing to do with reason.

So much has already been sacrificed.

We've arrived here.

How could they possibly give up?

Roger read far too much resentment in their eyes.

These emotions are so intense.

As a result, they overlooked the loopholes and oddities in the game itself.

"No wonder."

"Those involved are often blinded by their own perspectives; in the end, they are just historical figures."

"I benefited from the High-Dimensional Perspective."

Thinking this way.

Roger forced himself to calm down.

Try your best to observe every detail.

After the first round of the game ended.

There are three days of rest.

Three days later.

Old Motuo will lead them to the location of the second checkpoint.

According to him...

These three days are for the winner to rest.

This argument doesn't seem to have any flaws.

But when Roger and the other victors returned to Lakeside Village, they discovered...

Those who chose to quit have disappeared.

In response to this.

Old Motuo explained that this was to avoid affecting the game's progress.

Those who abstain will be properly accommodated elsewhere.

But Roger clearly didn't believe it.

He tried to find traces of Blue Will.

It's a pity that neither the Lakeside Village nor the area near the castle is suitable for this.

He couldn't find the other person.

As for the castle itself.

Every time Roger approached, he was driven back by the elusive Motuo, which infuriated him, but he could only suppress his anger.

Night fell.

Roger leaned against the bed in the ward, his thoughts growing heavy.

There is no moon tonight.

It is not suitable for spiritual ascension or entering dreams.

But it's suitable for reasoning!

Against a pale green background.

The sub-panel for "Clues" has already been opened.

Clue: Horror Amusement Park, investigation progress 78%

Additional information may be provided.

Hidden Secret 1: Clown Residence +85%...

Hidden Treasure 2: Snow Woman Camp +65%...

Secret 3: The Identity of Named One Isaka (Incomplete)

Hidden 4: The Sleeper's Directory +40%

This time.

Roger didn't hold back on secrecy; he simply included all the additional information he could!

The blue liquid inside the clue sphere burst violently.

It eventually transformed into a dense golden light that blinded him.

"Investigation: You have obtained new clues: ' Frost Lord's Interference,' ' Furnace Lord's Conspiracy,' ' Breath Lord's Servant,' and ' The Amusement Park's True Face.'"

"Investigation results: The clues were so obvious that the truth was readily apparent without any need for inspiration to piece them together."

Regardless of whose name the Amusement Park is opened under.

The intervention of the three stack masters, Frost, Furnace, and Breath, is indispensable.

They orchestrated the Amusement Park's anomalies.

As for whether they reached an agreement with the Ancient One Vilan;

Or perhaps they are using the name of the Ancient One to commit this evil deed.

"Then it all depends on your decision."

"Investigation: Your investigation progress has exceeded 250%, and you have unlocked a hidden opportunity (The Revenge of the Ancients)."

"The Revenge of the Ancients: The next full moon night, at midnight, under the eleventh poplar tree south of the nameless tombstone east of Lakeside Village"

"This is exactly what I wanted!"

See here.

Roger clenched his fist in excitement.

The survey results and such.

Can't he reason things out himself?

He had long suspected that the incident at Lakeside Village was orchestrated by someone of the rank of innkeeper, using Vilan's name to cause trouble!

The only suspense is how many of the stack owners are clean.

From the current perspective...

At least the frost and the stove can't be spread out.

The thought that the mastermind behind this game had suddenly become a figure of the highest rank was quite puzzling.

Roger was still somewhat conflicted.

This doesn't quite align with his strategy of developing in a low-key manner.

From a cowardly perspective.

He has now been freed from the curse.

There might be a chance to escape unscathed.

However, after comprehensive consideration...

Roger decided to confront them head-on!

On the one hand, his inspiration is no longer easily enhanced through conventional means, which limits his combat power development; on the other hand...

He always felt that most of those who quit didn't end up well.

There must be some evil purpose hidden behind this game.

The mastermind behind the scenes won't give up until they achieve their goal.

Can that still be called a "black hand"? It might as well be called pickled chicken feet...

"The task of the Revenge of the Ancients must be the key."

The problem is...

"The next full moon seems to be in five days, and I still need to participate in the second round three days later."

Thinking about this...

Roger frowned.

He still has two portions of Spirit World Dust. Why don't he try to get a powerful item?

But the contents of the Tinder Pouch were so numerous and disorganized.

Roger was already incredibly lucky to have managed to touch the "Blasphemy Moon".

He didn't expect to find any more good stuff.

Thinking this way.

His gaze finally settled on those "fragments of Spirit World Dust".

After a short rest.

A new notification appeared in the data panel.

"Hint: By consuming a portion of your Inspiration, you can condense a fragment of Spirit World Dust into one piece of Spirit World Dust."

"Three Spirit World Dust can be combined into one Enhanced Spirit World Dust."

"Ha..."

Roger was amused by the déjà vu of this mechanism.

However, he still tried to operate it.

After a lot of brainstorming and experimentation.

The system displays.

He received one "Enhanced Spirit World Dust".

"Enhanced Spirit World Dust: A precious material that can be used in the ' Ancient One ' rite of ascension."

"Note: Consuming 1 Enhanced Spirit World Dust will allow you to randomly obtain one item of Extraordinary or higher quality from your Tinder Pouch, imbuing it with effects appropriate for the current world. When you leave the Historical World, the item will return to your Tinder Pouch and revert to its original state."

"Huh?"

Roger raised an eyebrow.

The Enhanced Spirit World Dust's attributes is surprisingly good! Immediately...

He was caught in a dilemma—

Should I save it for later to try and advance to the Ancient One level? Or should I pull a card now?...

"We'll talk about the future later!"

"If all else fails, we can just go back to the Clown Brother and withdraw money!"

"Fuck you!"

Roger has always been decisive.

In the blink of an eye.

The Enhanced Spirit World Dust disappeared from his hand.

Instead.

It was a dark, black manhole cover!...

"Damir's Manhole Cover (Celestial Item/ Demigod Artifact /Historic)"

Description: Place this object against one end of any building or natural obstacle.

Consumes a small amount of health.

A smooth, unobstructed tunnel will appear in front of you.

You can get to the other side in seconds through a smooth tunnel.

"How could it be it?"

Roger frowned, feeling a little regretful.

After all, it's not a combat item.

It's a bit annoying.

However, this manhole cover seems to have become even more powerful in the Historical World.

Even the time spent chanting incantations is saved.

I can roam freely across the heavens and earth!

"Wait... any building or obstacle? Does the Spirit World Cliff count?"

Thump thump thump! Roger's heart began to race.

However, he did not rush to take action.

Instead, they waited a day.

The following night.

He then began to arrange the "Spirit Ascension Ritual" for Cindy.

In fact.

As a 7- Star Spirit Master.

The materials required for the Spirit Ascension Ritual are extremely rare.

Roger satisfied his needs using only one-third of his own strength.

At present.

He watched the soap spirit's performance with great anticipation.

A faint incense stick was lit.

A moment later.

Cindy's body convulsed.

Roger quickly asked:

"How about it?"

Cindy said sullenly:

"Can't get in."

Roger was slightly surprised.

But he soon realized something.

He quickly climbed into bed and lay down.

Try using the remaining materials to "enter a dream".

On the data panel.

"Warning: An unknown force has sealed off the spirit world here. You cannot enter the spirit world through the ' Dream Entry Ritual '."

"Inspiration: You realize that the blockade of the spirit world may be related to your actions at the Clown Residence and the Snow Woman Camp..."

"An unknown force?"

Roger gave a cold laugh.

How many people in this world have the ability to seal off the spirit world? Isn't this just blatantly obvious? It must be the stack owners! After confirming this...

Roger, on the contrary, was no longer in a hurry.

The fact that the other party did this shows that he was in a hurry.

And sealing off the spirit world couldn't possibly last long! Roger just needed to wait for the right opportunity! He then composed himself.

I picked up a book at random and started reading it with great interest.

Three days later.

Northwest of Lakeside Village.

There is a high, rising mountain range.

This hill and the mountain range where Weilun Castle is located echo each other from east to west.

The outer edge of the mountain range.

In front of the ruins of an abandoned church.

Medog pounded his walking stick heavily in his hand.

The rules for the second round of the game were announced:

"Among you there is one infected person and seven healthy people. The infected person wins by infecting the other seven people within the duration of the game; while the healthy people win by surviving seven days without being infected."

"There are all sorts of infected monsters in the mountains. They will attack you, and if you are injured by them, you will be infected. You can attack them, but if you accidentally kill them, you will also be infected."

"Similarly, attacking an infected person can also directly lead to infection."

"In addition, you may not leave the mountain range during the game."

"One more thing..."

Outside the church.

Medog spoke at length about a whole lot of things.

The expressions on everyone's faces were not good.

"So... this is a game of hide-and-seek?"

The man in purple asked, puzzled.

"It's less of a game of hide-and-seek and more of a test of intelligence."

"How to find the real infected, how to outwit and outmaneuver them, how to avoid attacks from infected monsters... these are all manifestations of wisdom."

Medog asked seriously, "Any more questions?"

"There is none left!"

Roger answered in a loud voice.

What's a bit strange to others is...

Why does this guy seem so impatient? Looking at Roger's slightly excited expression...

Motuo's heart skipped a beat.

But he still had to bite the bullet and announce the start of the game.

Three days later.

Deep in the mountains.

Inside a cave that appeared out of nowhere.

Swoosh!

A flamboyant figure slid out.

The man ran.

He was still mocking from the sidelines. "Can you even do it? Can you catch up? Dude, you haven't even started warming up yet!"

Behind him.

Hundreds and thousands of green Minotaur roared angrily!

"Log: You have successfully escaped the encirclement of the 'infected Minotaur '"

"You've tirelessly hit 1094 holes in the past 72 hours, achieving a new milestone: Eternal Hole Machine."

"Eternal Hole Machine: Cave Dweller were amazed, and even eels were ashamed of their inferiority."

"Corresponding title: Tunnel Sliding Athlete (You have mastered the ' Cave Assistance Technique ')"

"Cave Assistance Technique: When walking in cave terrain, you can slide continuously on the cave walls in a 'slide' motion, similar to a speed-boosting elevator with a 60% increase in speed."

"Damn it!"

"Does this mean I have to skate from now on?"

Roger was thinking just that.

A group of green Minotaur appeared ahead.

And right in the center of the Minotaur.

It was that simply dressed country girl with a ponytail.

"She seems to be trapped..."

Roger was taken aback.

The choice is now before you!

"You have discovered that your rival, ' Emily Mystra,' is under siege. Please select—"

Option 1: Hero saves the damsel in distress (the Eternal Hole Machine truly lives up to its reputation)...

Option 2: Observe from the sidelines (there are too many Minotaur...)

Option 3: Help the Minotaur (this is also a viable strategy, after all, they are competitors)

After a thorough examination.

Roger froze.

He didn't even look at the options carefully at that moment!

His attention was entirely focused on the girl's name!

"Mystra? Is that a surname?"

At this point...

He suddenly realized it.

This country girl also has a single ponytail.

"To save or not to save?"

Roger fell into deep thought, a rare occurrence for him.