Come On, Let's Play Big

Yu Jing voted for himself in order to gamble on his chance to survive in the last round, which seemed like a very humble act.

He was successfully voted out, saving Han Zichuan from the "despair level" of the "Fallen Path".

Shafuri burst out laughing after the ban was lifted, mocking, "A self-righteous fool, trying to protect herself but unwilling to suffer any losses."

"What do you mean?" Han Yan asked casually, even having the leisure to speak gently with Shafuri, who had just sided with him.

Shafuri's silver hair fluttered in the wind created by the execution of Yu Jing by the dean. She glanced at Han Yan and smiled charmingly, "If he were truly smart and intended for you to spare his life, he should have obediently taken the bullet for you. Why bother clearing himself of suspicion before leaving? Trying to please both sides isn't a good choice here."

Before Han Yan could say anything, she turned to the three people who had sided with Yu Jing: "You guys can't all be on one side now, can you? On Han Zichuan's side?"

The silver-haired woman crossed her legs. "Even if he's at the Despair level, we're not without a chance Qu Xuanqing. I don't believe you can be swayed by someone who just advanced to the Despair level. You're probably just faking it, aren't you?"

Qu Xuanqing raised her eyes and looked at Shafuri with a cold and indifferent expression.

She and Shafuri were rivals, after all, the Midnight Guild disliked her, Medusa wanted her dead but disdained to do it herself, so she often sent her subordinates who hadn't reached the Despair level to kill her.

There must have been some old grudges between her and Shafuri, but now... she understood what Shafuri meant.

Shafuri knows she's faking it, so she's tearing down her facade, trying to force her into a corner and making her join Shafuri in fighting against Han Yan.

"I think you all need to understand one thing: the Fallen Path of Single Prism are not to be trifled with. The fact that they've willingly stepped out from the shadows into the light clearly means they're more satisfied with the panic that can be created in the open." Shafuri then looked at Ren Yi, who had abstained from voting altogether. "Ren Yi, don't even think about staying out of it. You no longer have that right."

"Let me guess, based on my understanding of Single Prism from the perspective of Fallen Path," Shafuri said with a smirk, appearing calm and collected, "Was it actually the Lingren who sent you to carry out the massacre? Single Prism has been behaving itself for a while now, and they think it's time for something big to happen?"

She stood up and walked with a steady gait toward the few people who were listening attentively to her. They were still sitting, so she appeared to be looking down at them.

"For example, Ren Yi killed the Research Institute, Yu Jing from the foundation, Zhao Mou from the Zhao family, Qu Xuanqing I've disliked for a long time, and me late at night." She was still talking to Han Yan, but her eyes were fixed on the guests, as if to say, if you keep doing this, don't blame me when you won't be able to call for help.

"What you want is for the various forces outside the live broadcast to be shocked, and for the onlookers to be stunned, so as to deepen the influence of Single Prism, just like some attacks in reality." Zhao Mou, sitting in his wheelchair, calmly replied.

Han Yan's expression changed only after he spoke.

The current situation seems to be exactly what he wanted to see: the group followed the clues he gave them all the way to the truth, only to discover that the content of the truth was something they could not bear.

Because everything was already set in stone, when Han Yan entered the Fear Hospital where Ren Yi was involved, as the only despair-level deducer, it was already destined that no one could leave here alive.

At least that's what Han Yan thinks.

Therefore, Zhao Mou's calm response piqued his interest. "What? You seem so composed, as if you had expected this all along. Did you really know all along, or are you just pretending to be nonchalant while your mind is actually a complete mess?"

He asked so arrogantly and provocatively, as if he already knew that his guildmates had revealed his identity.

People with Single Prism are crazy.

The fact that Lingren allowed him to develop within the guild to this point was all for the sake of this attack. Han Yan had known this day would come for a long time, because Lingren could foresee things much further ahead.

He feared no one but Lingren, because Lingren could always know what he was thinking and the enemy's movements before he could react.

Such a person is terrifying. Han Yan's fear of the Lingren even exceeded his fear of the chairman he had never met.

He wasn't even sure if the "President of Single Prism" actually existed.

In any case, all his disguises, except for the initial ones which were to increase his chances of survival and incidentally glean some information from those foolish Righteous Path and Mutation Path, were all for the purpose of pulling off a big heist.

He believed that the outside world was in an uproar after his admission, and that everyone present was someone that various powerful forces had painstakingly cultivated; the death of even one of them would be a huge loss.

If someone is truly so bad that they lose three matches and get killed, that's one thing, but if they're killed by someone from the Fallen Path who breaks the rules, isn't that just blatantly disrespectful to them?

Zhao Mou smiled slightly. Indeed, he had not anticipated this situation, and even his divination skills had not given him any relevant clues. However, he was not shocked. After taking a few seconds to understand Han Yan's purpose and realizing that his side had the ability to solve the problem, he calmed down.

In terms of pretense, he might not be much worse than Han Yan.

He's been pretending to be loyal and ambitious for so many years in the Zhao family, where intelligence exchanges are most frequent.

Because he knew exactly what was going on, he remained completely unfazed even when facing a hopeless situation. "If I answered that I already knew what you were going to do, wouldn't you get angry?"

Han Yan raised an eyebrow, his demeanor instantly becoming both dangerous and reserved. "Of course not, I would be delighted, delighted that... you and Yu Xing here are unexpectedly clever."

He directly revealed Yu Xing's real name, wanting to see how Yu Xing's expression would change.

You should know that before becoming a celebrity predictor, if your real name is known, there is no system to protect you. Enemies can use that name to enter your life and destroy everything you have.

But Yu Xing only glanced at him with a smile in her eyes.

"Why mention me, Han Yan?" Yu Xing seemed quite pleased with himself for calling him by his first name, a tit-for-tat response. "It's all thanks to Senior Zhao Mou; I'm just here to make a cameo appearance."

"A bystander wouldn't dare talk back at a time like this." Han Yan's smile turned subtly sinister.

"I have Senior Qu and Zhao Mou protecting me, what am I afraid of?" Yu Xing widened her eyes, looking innocent. "Oh, and Senior Ren Yi and Senior Shafuri too... They won't let you do whatever you want, right?"

Shafuri had already made her stance clear, and Ren Yi paused for a moment after being called by Yu Xing, then nodded silently.

Everyone present had their own thoughts. Shafuri also understood that Qu Xuanqing, Yu Xing, Zhao Mou, and Cold Wine were probably a group that had come to plot against Han Zichuan. Han Zichuan's real name was Han Yan, and this time he was turning the tables on them, not only teasing these four people, but also preparing to reveal his identity and cause a big scene.

Only Ren Yi, like her, came to the Fear Hospital not to seek revenge.

Ren Yi was also thinking; he had more information Shafuri and had already figured things out pretty much.

Emotionally, he should protect Zeng Lai's friends more; logically, if he wanted to survive, he had to help Yu Xing and stop what Han Yan was going to do.

Before he could even say a word or express his opinion, he was completely bewildered by what happened next.

"Aren't you afraid that I'll expose your secrets just like you schemed against me?" Han Yan stared into Yu Xing's eyes, his gentle words more captivating than any sensational headline.

This is also one of his strengths; his words always make others more willing to accept them. He is a natural persuader.

Before this, he knew that Yu Xing and Zhao Mou thought he was afraid of being exposed. In fact, he was not afraid at all. Even if Yu Xing and Zhao Mou were not here, he would still make a big show of things and have a good time.

However, Yu Xing should be more afraid of being "exposed." Yu Xing has hidden more things, and if he is exposed, other forces will take full notice of him.

For example... what does Yu Xing think of the fact that he has known the Lingren for a long time and has been working against them all along?

For example... what about the claim that Yu Xing is a monster, neither human nor ghost, created by the Lingren?

If he were to reveal this, people would no longer view Yu Xing normally, Yu Xing's long-term plans would likely be rendered useless.

Yu Xing should be afraid, and should realize her mistake, shouldn't she?

Han Yan waited for Yu Xing to take back his words of arguing with him, but all he got in return was a meaningful question.

"Do you think... the way I'm talking to you right now is out of fear?" Yu Xing raised an eyebrow, as if looking at someone mentally challenged. Such a look was undoubtedly an insult to intelligent people.

He slowly stood up and looked Han Yan in the eye.

Actually, he was already quite excited.

If there weren't so many people watching, he would have already burst into maniacal laughter to express his mockery of Han Yan.

What a coincidence!

What a coincidence!

Han Yan wasn't afraid of being exposed in this simulation, and neither was he...

They've already tracked Single Prism down into the deduction chamber, met the Lingren, and now they've even brought in Qu Xuanqing and Zhao Mou Brother Jiu. It's obvious they're trying to unite other forces to openly confront Single Prism. How could Han Yan possibly think... he's afraid of having his secrets exposed?

Has he Yu Xing been afraid of anything?

Come on, let's all expose ourselves and cause a huge upheaval in the simulation world!

Did Single Prism think he would be timid and hesitant? No, he originally planned to use the elimination of Han Yan to advance his career as a star predictor. Wouldn't his real name still be revealed then?

The only difference is that he shed his disguise and stopped pretending to be weak while actually being strong, while he was forced to expose himself and could no longer pretend to be weak while actually being strong.

Both are great!

If you're going to play, play big. Since deciding to stop going it alone, he no longer worries about dragging others down with him.

"Han Yan." Yu Xing called out to him. Qu Xuanqing was somewhat surprised because the agreed-upon part did not include Yu Xing making such a big show of challenging the other party.

This was contrary to all the plans. She was about to stand up when Yu Xing pressed her shoulders down and pushed her back down.

Yu Xing said, "It's alright, sit still."

It was a very natural, semi-commanding tone, Qu Xuanqing subconsciously obeyed, sitting up very straight.

After sitting down, her eye twitched, realizing what her action meant.

It's over.

Judging from the way Shafuri's pupils contracted and her facial expression completely collapsed, and Ren Yi's expressionless face revealing a clear sense of disbelief... it must be in an uproar outside.

Yu Xing chuckled softly.

He started pretending to be a newbie from the very beginning of the morning mode because he thought Han Yan would continue to fake it, and he had to use a more acceptable image to expose the evil and lies.

But when he saw Qu Xuanqing covered in blood in the elevator, he knew it was unnecessary.

Han Yan must have other big plans, which makes it easier for him to complete this live broadcast in a more direct and exciting way.

He'll play along as long as Han Yan wants; when things come to a head, whoever's on the higher level will be the winner.

After pressing Qu Xuanqing, Yu Xing continued what she hadn't finished saying earlier, "Han Yan, you're actually very pitiful."

Han Yan narrowed his eyes slightly.

Zhao Yijiu had gotten up and stood behind Zhao Mou at some point, his hands gripping the armrests of the wheelchair. He could feel two opposing emotions of amusement emanating from him: one belonging to Yu Xing had placed on him, and the other... surprisingly belonging to that vengeful ghost.

The vengeful ghost was firmly suppressed, yet it still had the leisure to watch the drama unfold. It seemed to really enjoy seeing its "own people" in such a dominant position. Zhao Yijiu knew that this was just the vengeful ghost's personality.

Arrogant, unruly, and utterly cunning.

"Brother." Thanks to Yi Qing, Zhao Yijiu was particularly sober and in good condition, with a clear mind. He moved his lips slightly, uttering a sound that could only be heard at Zhao Mou's distance, "Is what he did okay?"

"No problem." Zhao Mou replied with the same tactic, "You're worried about someone who can get Yi Qing to follow him?"

Immediately afterwards, Zhao Mou felt a cold wind on his back, as if an invisible fan handle was placed on his shoulder.

Zhao Mou was startled, thinking to himself that this Sheqing Ghost wouldn't be so petty as to not even allow a mention of it; that feeling had already disappeared.

Yi Qing, who was responsible for suppressing the vengeful spirit inside Zhao Yijiu's body, clicked his tongue and withdrew his hand. He remembered that Yu Xing had forbidden him from bullying or teasing people.

"You're the one who's pathetic." Han Yan put his hands in his pockets, looking down on Yu Xing with utter contempt. "Qu Xuanqing is your subordinate; I've known that for a long time."

"What subordinate? I'm her brother." Yu Xing interrupted, patting Qu Xuanqing. "Come on, call him 'brother' so he can hear it."

Qu Xuanqing: "..." There's no need to defend me like this. So many people are watching. Just let me call you...

"Elder brother."

It smells so good.

"Thump." Shafuri's high heel slammed into the back of the chair in front of her, making a loud noise.

When everyone's attention was briefly diverted to look at her, she seemed completely unaffected, her expression indifferent, and she quietly changed her stance, as if her legs had just been sore.

"Alright, Qu Xuanqing is your sister, so she'll listen to you anyway." Han Yan turned his attention away from Shafuri and readily agreed. "I already knew that, but what can I change? You still don't understand the gap between the Despair Level and yourselves. That's the most pathetic thing about you."

"You don't believe me when I say you're pitiful." Yu Xing hadn't finished retorting when he frowned, seemingly very dissatisfied, "Tell me, young man, what's wrong with you? Why can't you listen to advice?"

Even Han Yan found it difficult to respond to that statement.

Yu Xing continued walking, strolling leisurely to his side, looking even more like Fallen Path than Han Yan: "Didn't you ever think that I'm so weak, so easy to hook, even walking right into their trap? How could the Lingren never catch such a weakling like me?"

"You really think the Lingren would let me die by your hand?"

Han Yan didn't understand the meaning of those words, but for no apparent reason, his temple throbbed violently.

The others were even more confused. What did this mean?

Now that the Lingren has come up, why does Yu Xing seem more confident?

Not to mention the completely bewildered Shafuri, the half-understanding Ren Yi, and even the more knowledgeable Zhao Mou and Zhao Yijiu, the audience was also puzzled. At this moment, they were like melon-eating weasels jumping around in a melon patch.

They've been expressing their shock ever since.

[Han Zichuan, oh wait, Han Yan is going to massacre them?]

[Did Qu Xuanqing and his group come to kill Han Yan?]

[Holy crap, why is Han Yan targeting Yu Xing? There are so many powerful figures here!]

[Qu Xuanqing was actually being directed by Yu Xing? I'm devastated! These past few minutes have been so shocking, it feels like my alienation level has increased.]

[Did Shafuri act strangely after hearing Qu Xuanqing call Yu Xing" brother"? Saffir's fans are peeking out.]

[Lingren? What's this about Lingren? What's the relationship between Lingren and Yu Xing?!]

Didn't anyone notice that the dean didn't urge anyone to leave?

[The dean is already being chased by ghosts, he doesn't have time to urge anyone. Should I ask Ren Yi to pay attention to the dean?]

Zeng Lai was in the lobby of the Research Institute, surrounded by several high-ranking officials. These were the same people who had just been advising him not to act impulsively, but were now shouting "Holy crap!" with him.

Zeng Lai stared in shock at the scene on the screen; the shock came too suddenly.

Before he could even recover from the tension and anger over his friend Ren Yi's danger, he discovered that Yu Xing, whom he thought was a promising junior and his savior, had suddenly become the commander of the Qu Xuanqing.

What kind of script is this? Nobody informed him.

Zhao Ruru was stunned; she was startled awake by Xu Shu slamming his hand on the table in excitement.

"I knew it!" Xu Shu's voice trembled. Everyone else was overwhelmed by the amount of information, but he, Xiu'er, was completely focused on Yu Xing. "The only one who can make Qu Xuanqing listen to him is undoubtedly a vengeful ghost. Only a vengeful ghost can make someone like Qu Xuanqing obey! He can't pretend anymore this time. I'll go find him as soon as he gets out!"

"You son of a bitch!" Zhao Ruru laughed in genuine anger, then struggled to find the right words to describe Xu Shu for a long time before finally saying, "Taking you in the middle of the night, I've really hit the jackpot."

The atmosphere in the hospital lobby grew increasingly tense.

"The president has wanted to kill you for a long time." Han Yan admitted that he didn't know much about Yu Xing, only that the Lingren paid close attention to him, but never showed any inclination to win them over. Even in the Death Parallel Line, the president of the Lingren was ruthlessly harming Yu Xing and his companions.

"Really?" Yu Xing nodded, seemingly agreeing. "You're right, the Lingren might have wanted to kill me a long time ago."

He finished speaking and chuckled knowingly, "So... before he killed me, you thought you had the chance to kill me? That guy hates it when his things are touched, you know~"