The Traitor's Persuasion, Gao Linzhi's Resolve

Although, thanks to Gao Linzhi, many companies have greatly curbed their practices.

However, assassinations targeting gamers continue to occur.

As more and more information leaks, hunting players has become a lucrative business.

Just like those poachers.

As long as there are benefits...

After all, Gao Linzhi definitely wouldn't care.

He knew that if he took control, he would get nothing in return.

He's no Saint.

People must take responsibility for themselves.

Besides, he doesn't get any good reviews either.

Right now, those Rogue Players are probably very grateful to him.

But over time, if you're misled by the company, you'll start to think that he's the culprit behind the instability.

He never underestimates the intelligence of most people.

In his view, the vast majority of people's intelligence is simply a lack of intelligence.

The reason is simple.

They never actually verify anything; they simply draw conclusions based on what others say.

They can be easily misled by the company and then conclude that he is a sabotage agent.

Even if they did something beneficial to Rogue Players, they were still using Rogue Players to achieve their own personal goals.

Therefore, Gao Linzhi would never take on the mantle of "the light of the wandering souls".

As long as he doesn't take responsibility in the first place, he doesn't need to worry about these people betraying him in the future.

And at this time...

The Big Black Fatty Steward Zhang, followed Gao Linzhi and pointed to the busy Giant Dune, saying:

"Boss, everything is running smoothly in the Wasteland, with a steady output of Skill Stone every day."

"However, it has recently attracted the attention of hundreds of vultures, and even the local dynasty has sent people here."

"They risked their lives and sent several experts to spy on us from the side."

"Hehe, nobody cared when the land was being cleared, but once it became fertile land, people started to take over it." Gao Linzhi laughed immediately.

Steward Zhang thought to himself: Damn it, you're no good either.

This fertile land was originally cultivated by ourselves.

At first, nobody thought much of it.

Of course, he subconsciously overlooked the fact that it was Gao Linzhi's side that greatly increased the output, and he was only willing to give them 30%.

Therefore, Gao Linzhi took direct action.

When it comes to core interests, who's going to waste time arguing with you?

The fact that Gao Linzhi did not massacre the Zhang family and seize the island is what sets him apart from others.

If it were those guys like Old Pig, they would have already wiped them all out.

Then, Steward Zhang quickly composed himself and said to Gao Linzhi:

"Boss, let's begin training them now."

"Okay, you guys go ahead with your work, I'll just watch from the side."

Afterwards, Steward Zhang and Xu Gou, along with a group of people, trained these 100 elite Rogue Players.

They had all looked sickly before.

But now, they are all healthy.

Many people, just like the players before them, began to get excited.

They touched their own bodies and turned around one by one.

Especially those few female sports prodigies.

"That's truly amazing."

"Yes, it turns out it was all true!"

"I've never felt so relaxed!"

"This is wonderful!"

However, at that moment, many people also had a sudden change of heart.

They exchanged glances.

Since these people were elites, they were naturally very quick-witted, and they discussed in hushed tones.

"Now that we're fully recovered, are we going to sneak away?"

"Can't we log off right now?"

"Don't be silly, can't you see those people are staring at us?"

"If you want to escape, you should wait until there's no one around."

"You're overthinking it. They're just as ruthless. If you break the contract, you'll die. You should have seen the videos during your training."

"That's true. I've seen it. Some people who recovered tried to escape but were shot dead by an arrow."

They all knew that now was not a good time to escape.

So many people are watching.

Considering the one-fifth mortality rate, the previous training, the contracts signed—these people have long since abandoned their credibility.

They just thought about things more deeply.

Unlike those brainless idiots who betrayed them outright, they were thinking they couldn't escape from here.

They then went to training with Steward Zhang.

But that doesn't mean they're not planning to escape.

In fact, they are quickly getting a sense of the situation.

Gao Linzhi was also observing from the side.

After all, he's alright now.

For him, Sacrifice Event were simply a list of things he could easily obtain without lifting a finger.

Steward Zhang led everyone to training.

Behind a barren hill, piles of rats were stacked in cages.

Fear was evident in their eyes, and some even looked fierce.

"There are 10,000 experience points here. Each person should kill 100 demon rats."

These were, after all, elites, and they did not hesitate.

They've experienced illness; their hearts have hardened long ago.

One by one, they swiftly swung their knives and killed the rats one by one.

They quickly leveled up from level 0 to level 10.

"Focus all on physical health; don't worry about mental health. Rely on your wisdom to solve those mental problems."

Everyone obediently chose their physical constitution.

Someone wants to play dirty tricks.

Steward Zhang bluntly replied, "Don't try anything funny, I can see your character stats."

"Because your level is too low, and your strength is too weak."

He had to point this out; there will always be people who think they're so clever.

Everyone obediently added ten points to their physique.

Suddenly, I found myself feeling as light as a swallow and as strong as an ox—two completely opposite sensations occurring in the same body.

This shocked them greatly.

"Isn't it said that strength and agility can't coexist?"

"Xiao Mo, you're a sports student, you should know that."

"Yes, it's inevitable that those who focus on strength will experience a decrease in agility. As weight increases and strength improves, agility decreases. Gymnasts are all incredibly light and agile."

"Weightlifters are all clumsy," said Mo Shengsheng, a female sports prodigy.

"Looks like this really isn't the real world," someone said, shaking their head.

"Okay, stop talking."

At this moment, someone suddenly asked, "Is it 10,000 experience points?"

"Why am I not level 10 yet?"

"What?" Steward Zhang immediately realized that this was a rare find.

Everyone has a talent that grants them the ability to activate their game account.

He immediately looked at the man, and saw that it was none other than the Glasses Merchant.

He sent the identification document to the other party.

However, the identification process failed.

He was immediately overjoyed.

The more unusual it is, the better.

He was disappointed again—because Gao Linzhi's gaze also fell upon him.

Damn it, I should have found another opportunity to test everyone.

Unfortunately, this matter is very important.

Upon seeing this, Gao Linzhi couldn't help but sigh.

That's really lucky.

He walked up to the other person and activated his "Person Appraisal Technique" as well.

"Name: Shang Que."

"Physical constitution: 14, mental state: 12."

A genius, an absolute genius.

An ordinary person has 5 points, he's a time traveler with 7, while the other person has a whopping 12.

This is the true value of a self-made, elite, and talented businessman!

"Talent: The Halo of the Sole Supreme"

"Gold Tier: Absorb experience, increase aura strength, current level 1."

"Results: Persuasiveness, credibility, deterrence, and organizational strength have all increased significantly."

Good heavens, this is a Gold Tier talent!

Xu Gou had previously stated that all one hundred people who came were individuals with exceptional potential.

That's why they have a chance to obtain Gold Quality Talent Stone when they enter the Giant Dune.

Sure enough, this person possessed a golden talent.

However, due to the information gap, the other party inadvertently revealed themselves.

This was something that was bound to be exposed eventually.

Because during training, each person's talents need to be assessed.

Now it seems that perhaps the other party did this on purpose...

This person didn't want to enter the Giant Dune and risk a one-in-five chance of dying.

Yao Li now, you must demonstrate your value.

After all, the greater the benefit, the greater the risk.

Gao Linzhi didn't say much, but simply gestured to Old Zhang to continue training.

The training lasted a full week.

After all, this time we're aiming for Gold Talent Stone, so we need to be thorough in our preparations.

This day.

Suddenly, some members of the elite team of one hundred began to make contacts in various places.

"Everyone here has great talent, right?"

"Yes, we feel we're much stronger than those Rogue Players."

"If we were placed outside, we would definitely be key personnel that the company focuses on developing."

"Now I have to risk my life for nothing, it's so unfair!"

"That's right."

The person acting as the liaison was none other than the Glasses Merchant, Shang Que.

"Why don't we unite and tell them to cancel this operation?"

"Let's find other ways to obtain the golden talent."

"I remember there's another way: transferring talent."

"That's true, but how did you convince them?"

"Leave it to me," Shang Que said with a smile.

Everyone nodded.

"I'll go and negotiate with them; I'm sure they won't waste geniuses like us."

He actually regretted it too.

Regardless of how well he spoke offline before.

That was based on the fact that he was seriously ill and disabled before, and was about to die.

Now that his health has suddenly improved, he naturally doesn't want to continue like this.

So he went to a tent on a desolate hill.

After entering, he said to Gao Linzhi:

"I'm willing to give up my assets and everything I can in exchange for a spot where I don't have to participate, is that alright?"

Gao Linzhi glanced at him. "What do you think?"

"I can offer a very high price," the Glasses Merchant said earnestly.

"It can't be that simple, can it?" Gao Linzhi shook his head, sitting on the sofa.

"It can't be that everyone has to participate, it's that serious, can it?"

"Congratulations, you got it right." Gao Linzhi smiled at him.

"Then, could you please let me find someone to take this mission for me?" the Glasses Merchant pleaded again.

Gao Linzhi immediately found it amusing.

Too clever for his own good.

He felt a surge of anger.

These people in power are truly exceptional at using others as scapegoats.

Therefore, they did not hesitate to launch a war.

"I'm asking you, did you have brain surgery and it grew onto your butt?" Gao Linzhi sneered.

"Don't you realize that such a serious task is not one you can easily take on?"

"If you replace someone, will others not think of replacing them?"

Will morale still be there by then?

"You, you're a candle, aren't you?"

The Glasses Merchant immediately blushed.

In the past, he didn't take young people like Gao Linzhi seriously at all; they were just people he would trick into working overtime.

But now, he's being verbally abused by the other party.

Gao Linzhi felt very satisfied.

He had wanted to do this for a long time.

These guys really think the people below them know nothing and can be fooled by them.

But they forgot that there are always those who are clear-headed.

"I'm very sorry, I'll go back and reflect on my actions immediately."

"Thank you so much, boss. It's all Shang Que's fault; I didn't understand your purpose."

Just as the Glasses Merchant was about to turn and leave, Gao Linzhi called him back.

"Heh, didn't you already agree with those people to advance and retreat together?"

"And become their leader, to lead them to survival."

Why would someone go back on their word?

Upon hearing this, the Glasses Merchant actually showed delight.

He quickly replied, "Boss, nothing matters except death. In the face of life and death, all promises can be abandoned."

Gao Linzhi really smiled.

"What are you willing to give up in the face of life and death?"

"I can sign a contract with you; I'm willing to work for you for free for 30 years."

Gao Linzhi immediately smiled again.

"What ability do you have that allows you to trade 30 years of free work for your life?"

"Besides, you can betray them today, and you can betray me tomorrow. How can I trust you?"

The Glasses Merchant frowned; he knew the other man was absolutely right.

These days, loyalty is incredibly precious.

The Glasses Merchant quickly added, "Betrayal and trust are perpetual topics."

"You just need to see if I'm useful to you."

"Okay? Then what use are you?"

The Glasses Merchant quickly replied, "I have many uses."

"For example, I can optimize your business and improve its efficiency several times over."

"I started from scratch and built a run-down company into the biggest company in the city."

"Moreover, my greatest strength is my ability to analyze the interests of different people in dire situations, find common ground, and reconcile them."

"For example?"

"For example, in my opinion, the conflicts between you and these aristocratic families are entirely reconcilable."

Gao Linzhi immediately smiled.

"Hehehe, so how do we reconcile them?"

"It's very simple. You just need to marry one of their daughters and have a few children."

"As for whether you feel uncomfortable about this, it doesn't really matter."

"Didn't you say that everything was for Immortality, and everything was for Immortality?"

"What do these superficial concessions matter if one can achieve Immortality?"

"Besides, you can easily turn the tables and take over the host's place."

The Glasses Merchant spoke with great confidence.

Gao Linzhi finally smiled.

I have to say, this guy does have some skills.

"Okay, you've convinced me."

"However, although what you said is all very good, I just don't like it."

If you don't like it, why did you spout that bullshit "for the sake of Immortality, one can tolerate everything"?

The Glasses Merchant cursed inwardly.

However, faced with the opponent's power, he could only nod helplessly.

Now he understands how his former subordinates felt when they were scolded.

"Alright, what you said makes some sense, but I just don't want to compromise with those powerful families, so what should I do?" Gao Linzhi asked.

"Why don't you integrate yourself into it? The beggar of yesteryear became the most powerful family as quickly as he became emperor. It was like that in the past, and it is like that now."

"Established families are the most stable form of society, both in the East and the West. Human nature is still stabilized by blood ties and kinship. Compared to strangers, family members are always more reliable. Of course, many family members turn against each other for interests, but it's still better than strangers."

The Glasses Merchant tried his best to persuade him.