Strange Voyage: Summoning the Fourth Disaster.

Chapter 642 Let's go find the Candlekeeper

"That son of a bitch! There was definitely something wrong with him!"

"Ryan's true memories are concealed by an illusion!"

Li Miao opened his eyes and cursed loudly.

No wonder Ryan's personality has changed a bit!

From the very beginning, he subconsciously felt that something was wrong with the other party, but there were no loopholes in what the other party said, and he couldn't find any solid evidence.

Unexpectedly, the truth was hidden within the memory scales Ryan had given him.

The truth is not at all what Chief Yasum said.

Ryan was indeed a member of Azum, but he was not a warrior; rather, he was a slave of the rulers of Azum, a Fire Gatherer, and was forced into this situation.

Even the souls of his older and younger brothers were forcibly stripped from his body.

The Yasum tribe left Ryan with far more unpleasant memories than pleasant ones.

The so-called glory of Yasum is utter nonsense; Ryan has no reason to die for such a race.

Moreover... the one going to their death is very likely not the Yasum tribe, but the Yasum chieftain!
"That old bastard, no wonder he didn't want to stay long, and he didn't dare to answer the storyteller's questions!"

Li Miao's anger surged.

It's all because of this scheming old man that Ryan has become what he is today.

We cannot let him use Ryan's body to die, nor can we let him achieve his goal!
We must find a way to stop him!
With that in mind, Li Miao opened the chat box without hesitation and told the storyteller, who was also searching for answers, about his major discovery.

……

"I knew that old man was up to something!"

After watching the memory fragments where the illusions were dispelled, the storyteller instantly understood, and at the same time regretted falling into some habitual thinking.

This is an extraordinary world, and there must be many ways to fake memories.

But he didn't focus his thoughts on that.

"It seems that in Ryan's dynamic storyline, if we hadn't discovered Chief Yasum's unusual behavior, Ryan would likely be in grave danger..."

The storyteller recalled many games he had played in the past.

The fates and ultimate ends of some game NPCs are always sad and poignant.

However, now that the problem has been identified, the storyteller quickly began to calmly consider countermeasures.

"Ryan, this NPC with a dynamic storyline, is definitely worth saving. Who knows, there might be some generous rewards later."

"However, how to help him is a problem..."

Upon hearing this, Li Miao also began to ponder. Although he hadn't figured out the key point, he didn't interrupt him but waited for him to continue.

“First of all, Ryan is a scavenger and there is no effective means of communication between us, so we have no way of knowing his current whereabouts.”

"Secondly, even if we know his whereabouts, we lack the means to get there, unless what Chief Yasum is looking for is in the existing copy of Candlewood Island."

"Then comes the most difficult part."

The storyteller took a deep breath, and his expression became serious.

“That Chieftain Yasum has complete control over Ryan’s body and is one with Ryan, which means we have no way to avoid him. Informing Ryan would mean breaking ties, and what we need to do is not only destroy Chieftain Yasum’s soul, but also preserve Ryan’s own soul…”

"Do we, or rather, Candlelight Island at this stage, possess such means?"

After listening, Li Miao calmed down.

Indeed, if they want to help Ryan, they will have a lot of problems to solve.

But Li Miao's clever mind quickly came up with a solution for him.

"...Let's go find the Candlekeeper."

Li Miao suggested.

"How could that be?" The storyteller instinctively felt this method was unreliable: "How could an important NPC in the main city possibly concern himself with our affairs with Ryan?"

"Give it a try, there's no harm in losing anything anyway," Li Miao insisted on her idea.

After thinking it over carefully, the storyteller also felt that this method might not be impossible, since the game of spirit candles could never be judged by common sense. "Alright then, go and give it a try."

"I remember that this NPC had a hidden favorability system during the early stages of Spirit Candle's development. I wonder if it still exists now."

"The Candlekeeper seems to have a high opinion of you, so there might be hope."

"...I'll go to the forums and groups to ask other people if they have any ideas."

After he finished speaking.

Li Miao nodded as well.

The two quickly split up and began to rapidly prepare a plan to help Ryan.

……

Li Miao's progress is faster.

After all, the candlekeeper only needs to shout once in the candlelight hall.

The candle keeper nodded slightly to Li Miao: "Brother Miao, you didn't fail your exams. What do you need me for?"

Hear the words.

After taking a deep breath, Li Miao quickly recounted Ryan's situation and made his request.

Upon hearing this, the Candlekeeper remained calm and uttered the words he usually used when dealing with oddball players: "Your request is of no benefit to the overall candlelight..."

Upon hearing the first part of that sentence, Li Miao felt a pang of disappointment.

It seems he was overthinking it; just as the storyteller thought, the candlekeeper wouldn't accept such a request.

As expected, she's another NPC with no humanity.

It seems we'll have to find another way...

Li Miao shook her head, quickly composed herself, and prepared to leave.

But just as he was about to turn and leave, two lines of small text suddenly appeared in the notification bar.

Based on your past actions and contributions to Candlelight Island, the Candlekeeper has a good impression of you and will therefore provide you with some extra assistance.

Note that repeatedly engaging in this behavior or making unreasonable demands will negatively impact the candlekeeper's impression of you.

At that moment, the voice of the candlekeeper came from behind.

"but……"

"The candle and its warriors have always complemented each other."

"I might be able to offer you some assistance."

"This will take some time."

Roger nodded slightly to Li Miao, and then disappeared from his sight.

Li Miao was still in a daze at this moment.

A moment later, he suddenly realized what was happening and his eyes widened.

"Holy crap? The Candlekeeper actually agreed to help?"

"It really works?!"

Li Miao immediately became excited.

The Spirit Candle NPCs do indeed have a potential favorability system!
It's amazing that they were able to get the other party to help the player!

Well done, Spirit Candle!

This is what makes an NPC feel like a real, flesh-and-blood character!
For a moment, Li Miao felt a strange sense of emotion, and the large candlelight in front of him seemed to become more real.

To be honest, he has played a lot of games.

But few games can give players a sense of identification like Candle.

His efforts in the game "Spirit Candle" were recognized.

(End of this chapter)