Why do you go to extremes so easily?

From the moment Lin Yu began to immerse himself in the role of "Zhu Ming," he gradually felt that the connection between the character and himself was becoming increasingly profound. Sometimes, as long as his actions as "Zhu Ming" were in the interests of "Zhu Ming," they would also be in the interests of Lin Yu himself.

Therefore, compared to playing other roles where one merely relies on acting skills to portray those roles realistically, and sometimes needs to consider how to act in a way that aligns with one's own interests outside of the role, when playing "Zhu Ming," Lin Yu was able to truly immerse himself in the role most of the time, acting according to his best understanding and performance of the character.

In other words, when Lin Yu was playing the role of "Zhu Ming," he could act according to the behavioral pattern of "thinking about what this guy would do if 'Zhu Ming' really existed."

Having made such a decision to fully immerse himself in the role in his dream, Lin Yu immediately thought about what the real "Zhu Ming" would probably do.

The answer is obvious.

She will try to... break free from this dream.

This is a high-risk option that Lin Yu himself would not directly choose under his own behavioral pattern—this option means directly provoking and challenging a Deity.

Lin Yu himself would be more inclined to maneuver and communicate, and try to extricate himself at a lower cost through Fraud means.

But...

Challenging a Deity doesn't sound so bad!

Since I could sense that "Zhu Ming" would do this, as a good Actor, of course I should respect the character's setting!

At this moment, the arrogance of "Zhu Ming" is on full display.

"You're not the only Deity interested in me—in fact, other Deity are more sincere and willing to pay a higher price."

The God of Shadows narrowed his eyes upon hearing Lin Yu's words.

"Really... I think you're the one bluffing."

"Can you really summon a Deity to help and rescue you? Even if many Deity care about you, there probably aren't many who would be willing to risk becoming my enemy to help you!"

"Moreover, even if they had the will, those Deity might not be able to descend here."

Upon hearing what the God of Shadows said, Lin Yu looked at the wax figures again.

"Since you've recreated the members of the 'Freedom Alliance' so vividly and realistically, you must know a lot about the organization I'm currently in... But why did you leave one out?"

Is it because "Player" is some kind of hidden character?

As Lin Yu spoke, the God of Shadows suddenly realized something.

"Oh, oh... yes, although she hasn't Becoming a God yet, she's practically Deity."

"However, it won't be easy for her to get here," the God of Shadows said softly. "This is within the 'Nightmare'... In other words, this is my Divine Kingdom."

"Her desire to help you and her ability to do so are two different things."

Lin Yu shook his head.

"There's no need to worry about that. She doesn't need to consider how to get here, because... I'll be the one to bring her here."

Amidst the somewhat bewildered expression of the God of Shadows, Lin Yu's voice rang out. "You're missing someone very important to me among these wax figures... That guy has the ability to invite anyone he's ever come into contact with to help him."

The God of Shadows narrowed his eyes. "That sounds somewhat familiar."

"Of course you'll be familiar with him, because you recently hunted him down, which is why I won't submit to you—we already have a grudge and animosity between us, God of Shadows," Lin Yu said coldly. "So... now that you've come knocking, I'm glad, because I now have the possibility of helping him get revenge."

"Moreover, I can use his abilities to get revenge on you—you know me so well that my codename besides 'Zhu Ming,' or rather, the codename I'm currently using, is actually 'Beast Master.'"

"I will not submit to anyone; only others will submit to me—and those who submit to me, I can borrow their abilities and [Item] at any time."

As he spoke, the sound of the Clapperboard closing came from behind him.

"Click".

The next moment, accompanied by a "ding-dong" sound effect, an electronic synthesized voice rang out.

"GAME STAR!"

In this luxurious room that resembles a wax museum, a Pixel Style tear has appeared in the wall, ripping apart the walls and upholstered wallpaper.

At the same time, it also tore apart the borders of this Nightmare kingdom.

Theoretically, Lin Yu cannot use [Item] right now, since he is in his own Nightmare, so he cannot directly use the [Guest Appearance Invitation].

However... it's not Lin Yu using the [Guest Appearance Invitation] now, but "Zhu Ming" borrowing the "Director's" [Guest Appearance Invitation].

Essentially, he activated his "Profession ability" as a "Fraudster"—without using any [Item].

And this lie has Make It Real... Although there is only one listener, the "belief" of a powerful and ancient Deity is indeed enough!

Of course, the most important thing is...

The Deity before us had indeed witnessed the entire process of the [Objective Invitation] being activated not long ago and was aware of the existence of such an ability.

So...

The pixelated tear was fully formed, and a white skeletal arm, also Pixel Style, emerged from it, indicating a spirit breaking through the earth.

But...

The only skeletal part is this hand.

Next, a cartoon pixelated version of Fang Qing, wearing a hoodie, crawled out, looked at Lin Yu, and made a sound that sounded like it had been reverberated by an 8-bit sound effect.

"I just said goodbye to you and it felt like we wouldn't see each other for a long time, and now you've pulled me out of the picture... Although I'm happy to see you again, I haven't even really started missing you yet."

"While I'm not surprised that you can use [Guest Appearance Invitation], because your style makes it seem like it wouldn't be surprising if you could Domination other Player and use their abilities, and the 'Director' is indeed quite close to you... but isn't it a bit too unfair that the two of you are paired up like this? He can use [Guest Appearance Invitation] to call you over, and you can directly borrow his [Guest Appearance Invitation], doesn't that mean that anyone who wants to take action against either of you has to consider both of your friends and family?"

"It's like two key cards in Game that can create a bug-like synergy, allowing you to step on your left foot and fly into the sky."

"But I seem to be part of the support team and off-court assistance... Oh well, never mind."

Fang Qing rambled on, her words sounding even more hurried with the aid of 8-bit electronic sound effects.

But Lin Yu could still tell that Fang Qing was generally happy.

"It's nice to see you, Boss, but as you said, we haven't been apart for long, so there's no need for 'catching up' -- could you please help me deal with this guy in front of me, okay?"

Lin Yu pointed in the direction of the God of Shadows, and then continued.

"This Deity is threatening me to willingly offer my soul to Him, to become His puppet and servant. The way He threatens me is by using the fragments of His 'Destiny' Authority combined with His 'Nightmare' Authority, telling me that if I don't give up, He will make my 'Nightmare' actually happen."

"And the 'Nightmare' he depicted was the deaths of other members of the 'Freedom Alliance' —you can see that the wax figures depicting the 'deaths' of Old Zhou, Xiao Yun, and Qianhuan are still there."

As Lin Yu spoke, Fang Qing, with his Pixel Style, glanced at the wax figures and then noticed them.

"Wow, it's actually quite realistic, hahaha, it looks kind of silly," Fang Qing said with a laugh, echoing Lin Yu's sentiment, "It looks like Lifesize Figure... it's so fun."

After speaking, Fang Qing looked at the God of Shadows.

"So... since you want to kill me and 'Zhu Ming's' beloved friend, are you ready to say goodbye to your Divine Kingdom?"

Fang Qing said with a smile.

After Fang Qing arrived, the God of Shadows, who had been left out in the cold, tilted his head and spoke.

"What are you talking about, God of Game... Well, you can only be considered the future 'God of Game,' not even a true Deity yet."

"But even if you are the true God of Game, it doesn't matter—even among the Deity, I am the Deity. You think you can shake me and defeat me with that lonely Authority that you've only recently acquired and can't even be considered to have fully mastered? Aren't you just being delusional?"

"Especially since... you are still within my territory."

As the God of Shadows spoke, the Destiny Spindle in his hand spun, and the puppets manipulated by the threads of shadow stood up abnormally and lunged towards Fang Qing.

Fang Qing remained calm despite sensing the seemingly clumsy and crooked puppets, each of which exuded a terrifying aura.

"Yes, you are indeed stronger than me, but... I was invited here today, not to have a fair duel between Deity."

Fang Qing spoke, he gently stretched out his hand, and a Pixel Style skill menu appeared in front of her.

The skeletal hand slid down, scrolling the skill menu to the very bottom.

Then...

Fang Qing slammed his bony fist heavily onto the menu, causing the entire skill bar to vibrate and shatter.

"You used the 'Freedom Alliance' to threaten 'Zhu Ming,' so now I'll threaten you back..."

Above Fang Qing's head, a pixelated bomb with the number 99 appeared.

On the broken, fading skill bar, the selected word "Self-Destruct" shines brightly.

"Get out of the 'Nether Void Realm,' and leave with your Divine Kingdom in the Divine Realm forever."

"Otherwise, I'll self-destruct in your Divine Kingdom with the Authority of the 'Game' —anyway, I neither really want this Authority nor really want to be this Deity."

"If all my friends in the 'Freedom Alliance' were to die, I wouldn't even want to exist alone... I'm not joking, God of Shadows."

Now, make your choice.

Fang Qing said coldly.

Then, the number jumped, changing from 99 to 98.