Death Game: Starting as a Trickster, Impersonating a God
Chapter 1856

Zheng Jianshen, a successful man with elite university degrees

1,758 words 6 min read 0 views 18d ago Source
Next

Upon hearing Lin Yu's words, also known as "Schreiber," the Second Generation "Freud" instinctively wanted to refute them.

"What are you saying? The Director and the Beast Master deserve 30% credit... Are you kidding me? Ha, if you put it that way, I'll say it's all my doing!"

As the Second Generation Freud spoke, Lin Yu didn't waste any more words and directly tossed him a [Item].

"Of course I have evidence."

The Second Generation Freud frowned. "What evidence... Oh, you mean this Night Valley [Lie Detector]...?"

She threw it back to Lin Yu.

"I don't need yours, I have my own."

As he spoke, the Second Generation Freud pulled out a larger device that looked like an old-fashioned typewriter and placed it on the table, saying, "How do you want to prove it?"

"The decision for 'Beast Master' Zhu Ming to first join the 'Psychology Society' and then the 'Freedom Alliance' was actually made for her by me. I helped her several times during the process of acquiring [Summoned Creature]."

"As for the 'Director'... many of the dangerous situations that guy encountered were caused by me, and his several narrow escapes and the on-the-spot decision-making skills that greatly improved him were things he absolutely couldn't have done without my input."

As Lin Yu spoke, the huge typewriter continued to tap out characters in time with his words.

The Second Generation Freud stared at the typewriter, lost in thought, before finally speaking, "What you said... is actually true?"

Lin Yu said, "Otherwise what... Am I really going to fabricate stories and claim credit for things that aren't mine?"

"If I were that kind of person, do you think I would deserve to receive my teacher's teachings?"

The Second Generation Freud remained silent.

Lin Yu pressed his advantage. "If you're still not convinced, I can tell you... Besides the 'Director' and the 'Beast Master,' I've recently found a decent 'Tier 1' newbie in the 'Marauders' category."

"Tonight, while I was actively approaching the 'Diviner,' I also took the opportunity to Trial and motivate her... You can observe her performance and my plan to see if my strategy is correct."

The Second Generation Freud spoke up, "However, even if your strategy succeeds, it doesn't mean it's unsuitable for application at the organizational level... After all, it's just your personal success."

Lin Yu did not deny it. "Indeed, but it's still better than the current 'Psychology Society', isn't it?"

Before the Second Generation Freud could offer any further explanation, Lin Yu spoke up again.

"So... there's actually an even simpler testing method, which is also the method I've been using to provide information to the current Psychology Society through Skinner."

The Second Generation Freud realized what was happening. "A temporary collaboration, is that it... a temporary collaboration during this 'Trial' in the Shenzhen."

Lin Yu nodded. "That's right. I've been investigating in this Shenzhen for a long time, collecting information from all sides... For this, I even went so far as to actively approach the 'Diviner'."

"My original intention was to use this intelligence to influence the Psychology Society's operation and prove that my methods and style of operation are still applicable in a 'large-scale Trial's at the organizational level... But since you've come to me, we've already had our exchange tonight..."

"So, junior sister, are you willing to take a gamble and delegate some of the command of this 'Psychology Society' in Shenzhen to me, so we can test in practice... whose strategy is better?"

Lin Yu spoke calmly, while the Second Generation Freud fell into deep thought.

She did not directly oppose the plan.

Lin Yu pressed his advantage, saying, "Perhaps we will eventually have a showdown, but the Trial we face each other at Trial stage don't necessarily have to be in the form of 'fighting'... Comparing our results can also be a way for us to compete and motivate each other to improve, can't it?"

The Second Generation Freud pondered for a long time before speaking.

"Well, perhaps this is what Mr. Zheng foresaw... maybe he intended this all along."

"Our meeting in Shenzhen, the opportunity for this Trial... perhaps it was all within Mr. Zheng's expectations."

Hearing the Second Generation Freud say this, even though Lin Yu was playing the role of "Schreiber," who was also a fan of the First Generation "Freud," he couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

"To be honest, while I also think the teacher is very Wisdom... why do you always try to portray him as almost supernaturally intelligent, or even a prophet?"

"Aren't you over-glorifying him?"

After all, Schreiber was portrayed as merely a follower and imitator of the First Generation "Freud," not a believer.

The Second Generation Freud looked at Lin Yu, listened to the questioning words, and sat up straight again, sneering, "Schreiber, I admit that you may have received more guidance from Mr. Zheng in the areas of 'forging Trial's and 'Mental Power,' to the point that you are indeed ahead of me in some aspects..."

"However, your understanding of Mr. Zheng is far less than mine—if you knew anything about his background, you would know that Mr. Zheng is far more farsighted and Wisdom than you imagine!"

Even if you have some of his Memory, I don't think you know him better than I do.

As the Second Generation Freud spoke, Lin Yu paused for a moment, then also spoke seriously.

"I am aware of the teacher's plans in the Mist Island Realm. The fact that he was able to cause the Lord of Mist Island to be deserted by his followers and die with resentment certainly demonstrates his foresight and insight, but... what you just said is almost in the realm of 'precognition'."

"No matter how farsighted he was, he couldn't have foreseen what would happen in Shenzhen... Who could have known that the 'Player Mutual Aid Society' would be holding elections back then!"

As Lin Yu spoke, the Second Generation Freud shook his head.

"Scheming against the Lord of Mist Island doesn't fully demonstrate Mr. Zheng's abilities... It seems you really have no understanding of Mr. Zheng's background."

You have absolutely no idea where the most terrifying aspect of his Wisdom lies.

As the Second Generation Freud spoke, Lin Yu, hearing the other's confident tone, became somewhat curious.

"Is there anything more terrifying than plotting against the Lord of Mist Island? I'd like to hear the details."

He was genuinely curious.

After all...

Old Zheng couldn't help but speak up.

"I've never done anything more impressive than scheming against the Lord of Mist Island... This is the highlight of my 'Player' career."

"Is this another case of delusions?"

As Lin Yu and Old Zheng waited expectantly, the Second Generation Freud slowly began to speak.

"Mr. Zheng's most impressive achievement is... his alma mater is Yanjing University —he studied psychology there."

"Furthermore, he is a Master of Clinical Psychology graduate from University of California, Los Angeles."

After returning to China, he opened a private mental health clinic in Yanjing. Within a year, he became a renowned mental health expert whose appointments could only be made through referrals.

"Furthermore, the address of the house where his clinic is located is in a suburb of Yanjing, where several science and technology parks were quickly built, and the property prices increased more than twentyfold."

"To this day, much of the funding used for the activities of the Psychology Society still comes from his savings accumulated through clinical visits and investments back then!"

Lin Yu was also shocked by what the Second Generation Freud said.

"Old Zheng, Zheng Jianshen, you're not only a top student, but also a wealthy man!"

"Could this be something she's just imagining?"

Lin Yu and Old Zheng were communicating.

Old Zheng's embarrassed voice echoed in my mind.

"Uh... that's a bit of an exaggeration... the education part is correct."

"But the part about having money is Error. Look at the beer I usually drink, does it make me look like a rich person?"

Lin Yu asked, "Then where did you get a house in Yanjing?"

"The old, dilapidated house left over from the family originally served as a small shop, but it was converted into a clinic..."

"By the way, that area is actually in Hebei province; she said it's an honor for me to be from the suburbs."

Old Zheng answered honestly.

What's this "reservation system" all about?

Lin Yu asked again.

Old Zheng remained honest. "I'm lazy, so I came up with this method... But I didn't expect that because of this, many people would say that my skill level is very high, and more people would make appointments... But I didn't raise my prices; the consultation fee per hour has always been the same, so I didn't earn much more."

Lin Yu sighed, "Alright... then why did you keep my academic credentials a secret from me for so long?"

Old Zheng said, "Boss, you didn't even ask. If I suddenly start chatting with you normally and say, 'Hey boss, I actually graduated from Yanjing University, and I even graduated from UCLA with a degree in clinical psychology, isn't that awesome...' it would be so awkward!"

"Do I have to brag about attending a prestigious university for the rest of my life...? It reminds me of many of my alumni who are still posting photos of their meal cards ten years after graduation, which is a bit too embarrassing."

"Besides, in a 'Death game,' would my Yanjing University degree possibly extend my life by a couple more days or something?"

Lin Yu thought for a moment, "That's true..."

After negotiating with Old Zheng, he suppressed his shock and looked at the Second Generation Freud.

"What you're saying is indeed something I wasn't aware of... but there's nothing surprising about it, is there?"

"A good university experience, a successful career, and investments don't necessarily mean he possesses near-extraordinary Wisdom in the 'Death game' and the Ten Realms, do they?"

As Lin Yu spoke, the Second Generation Freud shook his head.

"Completely wrong..." Schreiber —it seems that although you pride yourself on your intelligence-gathering abilities, you haven't realized what that intelligence just revealed means!

"Schreiber... what I want to tell you is..."

"From university to his working life, Mr. Zheng actually... had known about the existence of the 'Death game' for a long time!"

Everything he did was part of this Game, a setup for the birth of the "Psychology Society"!

The voice of the Second Generation "Freud" rang firmly in my ears.

"She's having another episode of delusions."

The voice of the First Generation "Freud" resounded firmly in my mind.

End of Chapter
Prev
NovelSummaries
Next

Explore the wiki

Comments