Chapter 198

Yes, although the timeline of this world is similar to that of the previous life, it is indeed far superior to the previous life in every aspect.

The most typical example is virtual technology. In the previous life, it was just a prototype, but in this world, it has already matured. Surfing the Internet and the like are basically all done in the virtual network.

Traditional two-dimensional and three-dimensional networks have long been obsolete, since the immersive experience of virtual networks is simply incomparable to that of traditional networks.

When Lu Xuan first learned that such amazing technology existed in the world, he was so excited that he didn't sleep for months. He was completely focused on working hard!

Finally, through his own efforts and a little bit of spending money, Lu Xuan has become quite successful in the most popular virtual game, Journey Online. He ranks among the top 100 in combat power and is also the leader of a small elite legion. He leads a group of like-minded friends to travel the world in the virtual game, living a very carefree life.

"Once you put on this 'helmet,' you will no longer be an ordinary person; nothing in this world can touch you."

Before entering the virtual network, Lu Xuan couldn't resist being a little mischievous one more time.

"Welcome, zi~~~"

"Sizzle..."

Welcome to the Paradise.

Um?

Where is this?

What about Xiaodu?

Is the Virtual Helmet broken?

But the feel of this fabric, and these clothes... why do I have a bad feeling about this?

Looking at the nearly one hundred people in front of him, each with different clothes and movements, Lu Xuan swallowed hard.

Today should be my 18th birthday!

So, where is this place?

Paradise!

There were only a hundred people, but their expressions were all different.

But most people are extremely excited because this is Paradise. Coming here means you will become a reincarnator and leap over the dragon gate.

Become a superior person!

"Ahem, everyone, please be quiet for a moment."

"I know everyone is excited right now, but also a little confused. Don't be confused, because this is Paradise!"

After receiving a clear answer, the crowd erupted in cheers, no longer whispering.

"Paradise! I'm forty years old, and I've finally waited for this moment!"

"From this day forward, the era of Wang Teng begins."

"Paradise? I've become a reincarnator..."

"Haha, I really am the main character."

"Oh dear, it's all my fault..."

Many people even sat on the ground and wept bitterly.

This is understandable, since entering the Paradise and becoming a reincarnator is like ascending to heaven in one step.

Just like passing the imperial examinations in ancient times, it can be said that one has transcended one's social class in one fell swoop.

The same applies to becoming a reincarnator.

Lu Xuan was equally excited at this moment.

As a time traveler, it's absolutely impossible for Lu Xuan not to have any ideas.

Although the technology in this world is very advanced, there are far more forms of entertainment than in the previous life.

Moreover, Lu Xuan has a huge sum of money, enough to live a carefree life.

But the chance to become a superhuman suddenly makes all that less appealing.

Lu Xuan certainly wanted to become a reincarnator, but he was never sure, since Paradise didn't care who you were when choosing people.

If you can get in, you can get in; if you can't get in, you can't.

Now that he himself had become a reincarnator, Lu Xuan finally felt relieved.

After a few minutes of venting, seeing that the scene was still chaotic, Liu Rujun frowned slightly and shouted, "Silence!"

It was as if a thunderclap had exploded in everyone's ears.

They couldn't help but cover their ears tightly.

This is absolutely not something an ordinary person could do; it's extraordinary.

Absolutely extraordinary.

What the textbook says is true; every reincarnator is extraordinary!

"Now, everyone can be quiet!"

"Let me introduce myself. My surname is Liu, you can call me Director Liu. For the next two hours, no, to be precise, one hour and fifty-three minutes, because you have already wasted seven minutes."

"For the next hour or so, I will be your guide."

"I'll be responsible for explaining some of the basics of the Paradise to you."

"You are not yet true reincarnators. Only those who have safely completed the trial missions can be considered true reincarnators."

"As for the losers, naturally—death."

"The Paradise is wonderful, but equally dangerous. For every new reincarnator who enters each year, an equal number of elderly people lose their lives."

"Now, let's begin."

Liu Rujun, a sharp-looking man in his early thirties, who was also the guide for Lu Xuan and his group, began to introduce the various aspects of the Paradise to everyone.

There are indeed descriptions of Paradise and Reincarnators in real life, but the total amount of information is only a few dozen words.

Apart from that, no other information could be found, so everyone was still very unfamiliar with the Paradise, with everything about it, and with the reincarnators.

My understanding of it is practically zero.

Liu Rujun, also known as the guide, offered a general explanation for the matter.

When selecting participants from the real world, the Paradise prioritizes excluding those with extraordinary abilities and those with a deep understanding of the Paradise.

The less you know about Paradise and the Reincarnators, the higher your chances of being chosen.

In places like outer space, Moon Base, and Mars Base, much of the knowledge of Paradise and reincarnators is not taboo, and there are even extraordinary individuals born outside of Paradise.

Those extraordinary individuals were basically cultivated through the knowledge brought out by Paradise.

In addition, Earth is a place where supernatural powers are absolutely forbidden. Reincarnators can only retain their physical attributes and spirit; all other abilities will be sealed.

This was both a warning and a sign of Director Liu's concern for everyone present.

After all, every year there are a few new reincarnators who, after gaining power, lose all sense of identity and are then ruthlessly suppressed by some extraordinary organization.

Director Liu first explained to everyone how reincarnators should act in reality, what organizations exist, the approximate distribution of power, and so on.

"Alright, these are probably the things you need to pay attention to in real life."

"Now, I'm giving each of you an activation code and a web address. This will take you to the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Official Website, a website exclusively for reincarnators."

"The activation code can only be used once. This is to prevent anyone from maliciously spreading knowledge, which is illegal. If the reincarnation issue involves ordinary people, they will definitely be severely punished."

"If you get caught, at best you'll spend your life in jail, at worst, hehe."

Most people heeded Liu Rujun's warning.

After all, news of reincarnators harming others is rare in real society. This is partly due to information being blocked, and partly because it is related to so-called supernatural organizations.

Take Lu Xuan himself, for example—a complete traitor!

"Alright, that's about it for the real-world matters. We don't have time to go over the details and penalties; you'll have to check the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Official Website later."

"Now, you'd better remember every word I say, because it depends on whether you can survive this trial and become a true reincarnator."

Liu Rujun's expression was solemn as he said earnestly, "I will lift the blockade on you next. Time is of the essence, so listen carefully and refrain from any noise."

"Bite..."

Liu Rujun: "I presume you have already received the starting resources from the Paradise?"

One thousand Paradise Coin plus his own talent skills.

"These resources largely determine whether you can safely complete the trial mission."

Everyone starts with the same amount of money: one thousand Paradise Coin.

However, talent skills are different. They are randomly selected for you by the Paradise and range in level from F to SSS+. High-quality talent skills can give you a significant advantage from the very beginning.

"However, no one can decide whether you have a high-level talent; as I said before, it mainly depends on luck!"

Liu Rujun gave a strange smile.

Do you guys think that the higher the talent level, the better?

Many people nodded in agreement, including Lu Xuan himself.

Liu Rujun surveyed the crowd, observing their various expressions.

He continued, "What if your trial missions depend on your innate skills?"

Many people's expressions changed.

"Paradise is never a benevolent place; there are never any free lunches. Even if there were, you would have to be able to handle them. The wise among you surely understand what I mean."

"In Paradise, newcomers with talent skills of D rank or below have a 90% or higher chance of passing the trial missions. Basically, as long as you don't take any risks and follow the main questline, you can safely become a formal reincarnator."

"The survival rate for C-class is only 80%, for B-class it's 70%, and for A-class, the survival rate is less than 50%."

"Furthermore, the above survival rates are only achievable by joining the official Da Ming Empire and receiving funding from the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion. Those who fail to receive funding will have even lower survival rates."

"Sponsorship? The Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion? What does this mean?"

Someone couldn't help but ask.

"That's a good question, and that's one of the reasons I'm here."

Liu Rujun explained.

"Normally, those chosen by the Paradise directly enter the trial mission and do not enter this space. Currently, only His Majesty the Emperor of the Da Ming Empire has the authority and ability to temporarily keep you in this special space, giving you choices and assistance."

"Firstly, it's to teach you how to conduct yourself in the real world, granting you certain privileges and assistance. Secondly, it's to help you better pass the trial missions and become true reincarnators, contributing to the prosperity and flourishing of our Da Ming Empire! Cheers to our Da Ming Empire!"

"Only after you pass the trial missions and become true reincarnators will you truly understand how fortunate you are, and how honored the people of the Da Ming Empire are!"

"And I am both your guide and the one who introduces you to the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion. Everyone present—" "Everyone present, regardless of your talent level, whether it's A-class or F-class, as long as you are willing to serve the Da Ming Empire, you can join the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion here. You will receive resources from the Empire based on your potential, allowing you to better overcome this first and most dangerous trial mission."

"Of course, I won't force those who don't want to join. However, it won't be easy for you to join again in the future. In addition to a strict loyalty screening, your strength must far surpass that of other reincarnators of the same level. As the strongest legion in Paradise, the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion doesn't accept just any Tom, Dick, or Harry."

"Oh, right, there's something I forgot to tell you. Don't use the 1,000 Paradise Coin the Paradise gave you yet. The prices in the unopened shops at the Paradise are a bit inflated. I have quite a few items and props here that are suitable for you, and the key point is that the prices are only half of those at the Paradise."

"Surely no one is so impatient as to use it already?"

Many people's expressions changed upon hearing Liu Rujun's words.

Undoubtedly, they couldn't resist the urge and had already purchased some items offered by the Paradise park mall.

Liu Rujun also shook his head.

He said helplessly, "I'd heard my colleagues say before that every batch has a few fools who can't keep their composure, and now I believe it."

"Is there any way to remedy this?"

A newcomer who had already spent all their Paradise Coin couldn't help but ask.

Liu Rujun replied, "The Paradise Coin are already spent and there's no way they'll be returned. Your only option is to join the Da Ming Empire Reincarnators' Legion; otherwise, your survival rate will definitely be lower than others."

"Then I'll join."

Perhaps it was a case of "the pot is broken," the man gritted his teeth and spoke directly to Liu Rujun.

"Young man, believe me, this is absolutely the best decision you've ever made in your life."

"By the way, young man, what's your name?"

Wang Chao.

Liu Rujun: "Alright, send over your Reincarnator ID, talent information, and level."

Suddenly, Liu Rujun appeared as a dazzling and unique purple Rubik's Cube, projecting a huge physical space that enveloped everyone inside.

Liu Rujun explained, "This is a prop specially bestowed by His Majesty the Emperor. Of course, it's just an avatar, and I only have the right to use it. I have to return it to the legion afterward."

"If you silently recite these words in your mind, it will sense that there are many high-quality, inexpensive props for you to choose from. Not only will you get more than at the Paradise, but the prices will also be at most half of those at the Paradise, and some props will even be cheaper."

"Also, those who have decided to join the legion shouldn't rush to buy it now. First, send your reincarnation number and talent information to the cube. After that, you can obtain a considerable amount of resources. I can customize a suitable ability system for you based on the resources you receive and your own talents, greatly improving your survival rate."

Someone couldn't help but ask, "Don't those who don't join the legion get these benefits?"

Liu Rujun craned his neck and retorted, "Otherwise what?"

"These resources are distributed via Legion mail. Those who haven't joined a Legion won't receive them. However, as citizens of the Da Ming Empire, the Legion Shop can be opened to you without restriction. Of course, there will be no suggestions; everything depends on yourself."

"Does anyone else have any questions?"

"Have."