You said you were going to make games, how did you become the richest man without doing anything?

Chapter 550 Analysis
In the dim room, the oil lamp cast flickering shadows. Tang Yin gazed out the window at the thick night, a wave of powerlessness welling up within him. This isolated village seemed to hold a certain spell, slowly eroding everyone's sanity. The villagers' eyes grew increasingly hazy, their words and actions drifting ever closer to the blind superstitions of that ignorant age.

"We must hold on. Wait until tomorrow's sunrise." He clenched his fists, his knuckles turning white from the exertion. The flame of the oil lamp trembled in the breeze, casting flickering shadows on the wall, like some ominous omen.

"Good evening……"

"Ooohhhhhhhhh!!"

The sudden female voice outside the door frightened Tang Yin to death. He screamed almost reflexively and jumped up, almost bumping into the bookshelf behind him. That familiar voice belonged to Wang Lina, but at this moment...

Tang Yin's mind raced. It should be around seven in the evening. Cold sweat trickled down his forehead. If it was a werewolf attack, it was too early. If it was just a simple visit, it was too late. Various possibilities raced through his mind, none of which reassured him.

"What are you doing!" Tang Yin walked quickly to the door, his palm pressed against the door frame, and said in a low and hurried voice, "Go back to sleep quickly, aren't you afraid of divine punishment?" His voice was filled with unconcealable tension and worry.

Through the crack in the door, a wry smile crossed Wang Lina's pretty face. She was wearing a light blue cotton top, her long hair casually tied into a ponytail, the slightly messy hair revealing her fatigue. "Oh, there should be another hour of safe time. I didn't go to bed until around 8 o'clock yesterday, and nothing happened."

Her voice suddenly dropped and her eyes dropped to the ground, "...To be honest, I sleep a lot every day, but my stomach is not full..." As she said this, she unconsciously stroked her abdomen with her hand.

Tang Yin frowned, noticing the unnatural paleness on her face, "...Where are your food reserves?"

"Well, Aunt Chen Xiang isn't feeling well. I want to share the food I've reserved with everyone, so we won't eat today." Wang Lina's eyes flashed with determination, but her voice trembled slightly. "No one has eaten today, so I can't eat alone."

"Tang Yin, have you eaten?" Wang Lina asked with concern, her eyes revealing sincere concern.

"The one at noon? Let's forget it," Tang Yin waved his hand and changed the subject, "By the way, is there something you want to talk to me about?" He deliberately made his voice sound more relaxed, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.

"To change your mood." Wang Lina gave a warm smile, but the smile could not completely hide the worry in her eyes.

"Really?" Tang Yin raised his eyebrows, keenly aware of the hidden meaning in her words.

Wang Lina was silent for a moment. Moonlight streamed through the corridor window, casting mottled shadows on her face. Her expression grew serious. "...Tang Yin, would you doubt me?"

"No." His answer was clear and firm, without any hesitation.

"Why?" she asked softly, her eyes filled with anticipation and anxiety.

Tang Yin looked straight into her eyes and said, "Because you proposed to let the monkey reveal its identity based on your full understanding." His voice was steady and powerful, as if it could give people invisible strength.

"Yeah." Wang Lina nodded, a look of relief flashing in her eyes. The wind chimes at the end of the corridor swayed gently, making a crisp sound.

"The Huangquan Ji Banquet is a very rigorous communication game." Tang Yin's tone became serious.

In the dim room, Wang Lina tilted her head slightly, her bright eyes gleaming with a glimmer of curiosity. "Rigorous?" she asked softly, a hint of confusion in her voice.

Tang Yin leaned against the wall, gazing thoughtfully out the window at the deepening night. The light from the oil lamp danced on his angular profile, casting flickering shadows. "Aside from communication, all other methods of achieving victory are practically forbidden..." He spoke slowly, a hint of contemplation in his tone. "Xiao Liang said the same thing."

"So, whether it's humans or wolves, there must be corresponding rules for victory." Tang Yin's fingers tapped unconsciously on the windowsill, making a slight rhythmic sound. A cold breeze blew in through the window, bringing a chill that made him shiver unconsciously.

He turned to face Wang Lina, his eyes focused. "For example, the rules of the apes, while difficult to fully utilize, can at least eliminate two suspects immediately." At this point, his tone took on a calm, analytical tone.

"If the monkey had announced his identity on the first day, he might have been able to become a safe leader." He paused, a helpless smile playing on his lips. "But, Xiaoliang and Xiaome probably can't do it, right?"

Wang Lina nodded gently, her hair swaying slightly with the movement. "Well... one likes freedom, and the other is still a child." Her voice was filled with understanding and pity for the two.

"Actually, the wolf's winning formula is quite passive." Tang Yin's expression suddenly grew serious, his brows furrowed slightly. Moonlight filtered through the clouds, casting mottled shadows on the floor, as if hinting at something.

He continued, "As long as there is suspicion, you will be hanged. The wolf must try his best to avoid suspicion. Of course, this is not that simple." As he said this, his eyes were deep, as if he was thinking about some complicated problem.

Wang Lina lowered her eyes, her slender fingers twisted nervously together. "...Well, whether I remain silent or speak eloquently, I'll be suspected." There was a hint of worry in her tone.

"Well, at the beginning of the banquet, there were only two reference factors for judging the credibility of the speech." Tang Yin's voice was steady and powerful, and it was particularly clear in the quiet night.

Wang Lina raised her head, a hint of doubt in her eyes. "...Is this also related to the monkey?"

"Well, that is to say, misleading and not offering valuable suggestions." Tang Yin took a few steps forward. The light of the oil lamp stretched behind him, casting a long shadow on the floor.

His tone turned serious. "As for misleading, Qian Jin's suggestion of an erroneous calculation method is highly suspicious."

Wang Lina blinked, a thoughtful look on her face. "...But, he's human, right?"

"That's right." Tang Yin nodded, and then added, "However, the premise is that Zhao Gang is a real snake."

"Hey, is there a possibility that you are lying?" Wang Lina's voice was a little nervous, and she leaned forward unconsciously.

Tang Yin's answer was firm: "The possibility is zero. After all, the Protector only claims to be himself." He paused, his eyes sharpening. "Let me put it this way, if I were a wolf, I would kill a few people first and then declare myself the Protector. That way I can guarantee my safety."

Wang Lina frowned slightly, "...I understand, but Zhao Gang revealed his identity on the first day, right?" There was a hint of uncertainty in her tone.

"You're right..." Tang Yin's voice suddenly became low, with a hint of thought, "This is simply a suicidal act, but as long as the spider protects him, the benefits outweigh the risks... right?" At the end, his tone seemed a little unnatural.

The wind outside suddenly picked up, rustling the leaves. Tang Yin took a deep breath and looked at Wang Lina with a firm gaze. "In short, I think Zhao Gang and Qian Jin are trustworthy." His words were filled with an unquestionable certainty.

Moonlight streamed through the window lattice onto the wooden floor of the room, casting mottled shadows in the silent night. Tang Yin narrowed his eyes, a faint smile playing at the corner of his mouth. "And you who made the monkey announce its identity."

Wang Lina's slender fingers gently stroked the hair by her ear, her eyes suddenly becoming cunning. "...Tang Yin, maybe I've already seen through your intentions and am just playing along?" Her voice was tinged with teasing, as if challenging her intelligence. "Oh~ This is troublesome." Tang Yin sighed exaggeratedly, his eyes glittering with a playful glint.

Wang Lina leaned forward slightly, her long hair swaying gently with the movement, and her eyes sharpened. "So, you're saying you still doubted me when you told me about the monkey?" There was a hint of dissatisfaction in her tone.

"Ah, I've been discovered." Tang Yin spread his hands, feigning innocence. The moonlight cast a faint shadow on his handsome face, making his expression even more profound.

Wang Lina suddenly puffed up her cheeks like an angry squirrel. "Scumbag! Favorability is down!" she said in feigned anger, but there was a hint of playfulness in her voice.

Tang Yin suddenly turned serious and looked at her sincerely: "I was testing you because I wanted to trust you."

Hearing this, Wang Lina's expression softened instantly, a flicker of joy in her eyes. "...Favorability UP," she muttered softly, the corners of her mouth unconsciously curling up.

The joy in her heart was like a blooming flower, quietly blossoming in her heart. Great, she thought silently in her heart.

"By the way, who do you think is the most suspicious?" Wang Lina restrained her smile and asked seriously.

"Xiaomei." Tang Yin answered without hesitation, his voice steady and firm.

"...As expected." Wang Lina sighed softly, as if she had expected it.

Tang Yin walked to the window and looked out at the pitch-black night. "There's no need to explain. Her attitude today is strange. Maybe it's because she killed Grandpa." His voice was low and heavy.

"Or he was forced by other wolves to kill Old Man Gao and became unable to trust anyone." He continued, a hint of sympathy in his tone.

"...ah...it is indeed possible..." Wang Lina's voice trembled slightly, and she had obviously thought of this possibility.

The night breeze blew gently, bringing a touch of coolness. There were many possibilities, but they were all just speculation. Although Gao Mei's votes were low, that was simply because no one wanted to offend her. Without a doubt, Gao Mei was the most suspicious. That was why they had decided to verify her identity today.

Tang Yin suddenly turned around, his brows furrowed. "However, she doesn't seem very good at this kind of game. We can't subjectively conclude that she won't offer any valuable suggestions."

His eyes grew deep. "In that case, I actually think Qin Ming is more suspicious."

Wang Lina showed a surprised expression, "Hey, didn't Qin Ming make a lot of valuable suggestions, such as the error in calculating the number of days..." There was confusion in her voice.

She continued, "And that's what he said too. Keeping silent is indirectly beneficial to the wolves." Her tone became firm as she recalled the past.

"It was he who suggested Spider to hide his identity on the first day," Wang Lina added, her eyes gleaming with wisdom.

Tang Yin nodded thoughtfully, "You're right." His voice was calm, yet it held a profound meaning. Moonlight streamed through the window, weaving a faint web between them, as if hinting at the intricate relationships within this game.

In the room late at night, the air was so stagnant that one could almost hear the whirring of thoughts. Tang Yin's slender fingers tapped lightly on the oak tabletop, a sharp glint in his eyes. Especially after the first day, he secretly wondered, if the Protectors continued to reveal their identities, wouldn't those lurking werewolves wake up laughing in their dreams?
The moonlight cast a cool shadow on his handsome profile, illuminating his pensive expression. However, what concerned him most was Qin Ming's method of selecting a leader, and the fact that he never suggested asking the monkey to reveal its identity. This detail, like a thorn, pierced Tang Yin's heart.

Not offering any valuable suggestions—this very behavior was suspicious. Someone as astute as Qin Ming should have noticed this long ago. Or perhaps, precisely because Tang Yin was an outsider, he was able to see through these details from a more discerning perspective?
Silence stretched across the room until Tang Yin spoke softly, "I also hope he's innocent, but I don't have any other clues for now. I wonder what Hua Lu and Granny Rong think."

Wang Lina looked out the window at the swaying shadows of the trees and softly replied, "Hmm..." Her eyes were a little hazy, as if she was lost in thought. Hualu was also suspicious, giving the impression that she was hiding many secrets, though she lacked solid evidence.

After all, she was one of the elders, possessing intelligence known only to the people of Baifeng Manor... This alone was enough to make her a target of suspicion. If only her intelligence could turn the situation around, Wang Lina thought to herself.

Suddenly, Wang Lina turned her head and looked at Tang Yin with burning eyes: "...Tang Yin, are you enjoying the current situation?"

"Of course not." Tang Yin answered firmly.

"However, you seem to like reasoning very much." Wang Lina tilted her head slightly, and her black jade eyes flashed with an inquiring light.

Tang Yin's expression grew serious. "I don't deny it, but I don't enjoy myself when my life or the lives of those important to me are in danger." He stood up and walked to the window. "Besides, I'm not a detective, just an amateur. No matter how I reason, I have no clue. I only feel a deep sense of powerlessness."

"I can't tell at all." There was a hint of surprise in Wang Lina's voice.

"Why do you say that?" Tang Yin turned around, and the moonlight gave his outline a soft silver edge.

Wang Lina pursed her lips and said, "...Everyone is exhausted. Under such circumstances, ordinary people would have lost their composure long ago."

"So, you are the same." Tang Yin said meaningfully.

Wang Lina blinked, a mysterious smile on her lips: "Because I am not an ordinary person."

"Speaking of which, I heard that you almost killed someone." Tang Yin suddenly said this, looking straight at her.

Wang Lina's expression froze instantly, and her voice was filled with annoyance: "...Who has such a big mouth?"

Tang Yin shrugged: "I want to keep it a secret, but the other party should have no ill intentions."

"Well, forget it. What should I say?" Wang Lina took a deep breath, and a shadow of the past flashed in her eyes.

Her voice deepened. "When I was in middle school, some senior students bullied the students from the Hidden Mist Village, so I beat them up with a baseball bat."

"Wow." Tang Yin gasped, his eyes filled with shock and a hint of unconcealable admiration. As the night deepened, the moonlight still quietly streamed into the room, witnessing this shrouded conversation.

(End of this chapter)