This Must Be Cha's Illusion!
Lin Yu initially did not intend to tell Sherlock all the information he possessed.
Although he had made up his mind to kill the "Detective" once Sherlock began to suspect him, Lin Yu found that Sherlock was quite useful as a tool after getting to know him better.
This "Detective" was indeed quite capable, even smarter than he had anticipated.
Therefore, Lin Yu was also a little reluctant to kill this guy.
Therefore...
Lin Yu changed his strategy.
He decided to be "honest" with Sherlock.
As long as it didn't involve his own Rank Advancement Mission, Lin Yu could be completely honest with him.
Information about this Instance...
Lin Yu decided to elaborate further and reveal everything to Sherlock.
After concealing his "motives" and the reasons why Will Valetti trusted him, Lin Yu told Sherlock all the information he currently had.
Walking through the wind and snow, Sherlock examined the metal key and understood the ins and outs of the current situation.
"I understand... Combining this with the notebook we found, it seems that what happened at Winter Mountain's is a classic example of a technology-induced tragedy," Sherlock mused. "An organization possessing 'advanced technology' caused an accident here, creating a monster called 'Chate,' resulting in the deaths of many people..."
"Then, a poor, low-level worker from that organization was ordered to investigate the matter, eventually discovered the Truth, and unfortunately died there."
"But he was lucky; he retained his self-awareness—he uses dreams to remind you."
"This might also be a form of protection, after all, the monster called 'Chate' has a method of killing that is closely related to dreams."
Lin Yu also largely agreed with Sherlock's analysis.
"That's right, that's what I thought too... So, now we need to get into that 'cave'."
Hearing Lin Yu say that, Sherlock frowned.
"But are you sure 'Vill Valetti' is credible, Doctor?"
"I'm reminding you... it's not just Player who need to be wary; sometimes NPCs also require some caution."
"It seems that both 'Chate' and the deceased 'Will Valetti' have the ability to enter other people's dreams, even if he was a kind person in life..."
Sherlock hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.
Lin Yu nodded. "I understand, Sherlock. I haven't fully trusted him yet."
"But even if he's lying to me, even if it's a trap, I still want to go and see," Lin Yu sighed softly, "Because there's not enough time."
"This is the Day Five for us... but considering that it's almost impossible for a person to stay awake for 72 hours under high pressure, we may have to take a nap again."
"So, for us, this may be our 'second-to-last' chance to wake up."
"Of course... it's just clearing the Instance, so we can ignore it and gamble that this last sleep 'Chate' won't kill us."
"But are you willing to accept this, Sherlock?"
Lin Yu stared straight at him.
"Your obsession with living is probably related to 'uncovering the Truth,' isn't it?"
"Me too—I can't accept this because I can't find out the Truth!"
He said this with absolute certainty, his tone incredibly persuasive.
Sherlock's expression turned conflicted upon hearing Lin Yu's words.
Finally, he adjusted his straw hat and said, "You've convinced me, Doctor. I really did enter this 'Death game' because of an unsolved 'mystery'."
"That's just how I am. When faced with a puzzle... if it's complex enough, I feel uneasy if I don't solve it."
"I'll take this risk with you—after all, this kind of complex and well-hidden Instance must yield very generous rewards once Unraveling the Clues!"
"Damn it, you've even taken out the 'straw hat' and put it on. If you still can't solve the riddle, that's really going too far!"
"Sherlock said fiercely."
Lin Yu looked at him, a look of understanding on his face.
"I knew it—you're just like me!"
He laughed.
Sherlock also laughed along with Lin Yu.
"I never imagined that you, as a Doctor... could be insane."
"However, the feeling of encountering 'kindred spirits' is truly wonderful."
Looking at Sherlock, Lin Yu smiled, but inwardly he breathed a sigh of relief.
"It's a success."
Sherlock was indeed very clever.
After putting on the straw hat, he declared that he had entered "full power mode," and he was not bluffing.
This "Detective," who had cleared sixteen Instance, hadn't even taken this Instance seriously enough before.
But...
That's why Lin Yu's "performance" was effective at this moment.
He understood all too well what this "genius" Sherlock wanted.
For Lin Yu, once he understood the other person, it was easier to Deception "genius" than an ordinary person.
Because geniuses are more willing to believe what they believe.
"Who knows, once we get out, we might be able to use this guy to look into the Psychology Society."
Lin Yu pondered, but ultimately his thoughts returned to this Instance.
"Let's go, Sherlock —let's uncover the Truth!"
Let's go find that cave.
As Lin Yu spoke, Sherlock smiled confidently.
"Yes, based on my geological knowledge, this 'Winter Mountain' is a typical multi-folded mountain, and the cave that could be used to build a metal door... is very likely a large, naturally formed cave."
"These kinds of caves usually only appear between two mountain peaks... and within the current 'scope' of this Instance, there are only two high points."
Sherlock said smugly, and Lin Yu nodded.
"Then lead the way."
"No problem, May —I can only say that once I enter full power mode, clearing the game is a breeze!"
"That's why I generally don't go all out. Once my brain is running at full power, any Instance becomes boring!"
Sherlock said, and then...
After trekking through the wind and snow for a long time, Sherlock led Lin Yu to the confluence of two mountain peaks.
Standing in the vast Snowfield, looking at the two bare, exposed rock walls, Sherlock fell into deep thought.
Lin Yu looked at Sherlock and sighed.
"Great Detective, your full-power mode isn't all that great."
Where are the caves here?
Sherlock scratched his head vigorously.
"Holy crap, something's not right... This must be 'Chate's' illusion!"