This bug is amazing!

Chapter 251 Job Change Quest Dungeon: Hidden Village

Hsieh Chia-yi felt very strange.

No, it's not so much strange as astonishment.

She is currently controlling two bodies simultaneously, and there are two images in her mind.

The first scene is from the main perspective; she is in a dungeon, participating in the job change quest [Demon God Ritual].

The other perspective, however, is rooted in reality.

But how is this possible?
She let her real-world self enter the game space, log into the alternate account "Don't Eat Cilantro", and then log out again, and Xie Jiayi returned to reality.

But the large-sized cat is completely unaffected by any of this.

This is strange.

【Name: Soul Splitting Technique】

[Skill Card Attribute: Active Skill, Permanently Mastered]

[Effect: You can separate a portion of your soul from your body and are immune to the side effects of soul separation.]

Learning requirements: None

[Note: This is a restricted skill, still in testing. Please do not release it in the game. (This note was left by programmer #2)]

Speaking of this "Soul Splitting Technique," it's not Schrödinger's Cat's skill, but rather the one who "doesn't eat cilantro."

Let's rewind to the day after the wedding instance ended.

Ji Yi smashed the game's rating, thus gaining the restricted skill [NPC Control Panel].

Xie Jiayi received the same level of reward due to the ring's "shared fate" effect, which was the [Soul Splitting Technique].

Moreover, according to Xie Jiayi's experiment, this is a skill that binds to the soul. Although it will not be displayed on the main account, the main account can still use it.

Just when she thought she could run two accounts at the same time, reality told her that things weren't that simple.

Although splitting the soul allows control of two accounts simultaneously, it places high demands on the user's mental strength.

In high-intensity dungeons, even if you're fully focused, you might not be able to keep up with your brain, let alone multitask.

Therefore, although she can keep two accounts online at the same time, that's about it; she can't run two dungeons at the same time.

"But the problem is that this is a game skill; how can it be used in real life?"

That's right, that's what shocked Xie Jiayi.

She had tried to keep her physical body in reality and send a part of her soul into the game, but that was obviously impossible. If it were possible, then other game skills could theoretically also be used in reality.

But this time, how exactly is she able to appear in both the game and reality at the same time?

Fortunately, the answer to this question was soon found.

Ji Yi quickly sent another WeChat message:
"Some game attributes have already appeared in reality. It seems that the game system is conducting a so-called 'test server test.' The real world may be dangerous right now. If you don't have the ability to protect yourself, try to hide in a dungeon for a while. I'm worried about your safety. But don't worry, this crisis may not last long."

Xie Jiayi seemed to be deep in thought.

In other words, the game data she brought into reality is the skill [Soul Splitting Technique]?

It turned out to be the case.

Instead of continuing the conversation, Xie Jiayi raised her slender, jade-like fingers, first quoting a message, and then typed a sentence on the screen.

Reply: 'I want to sleep with you.'

I said, "I know."

No? Girl?
Seeing that Xie Jiayi completely ignored his warning and repeated the same topic, Ji Yi saw that Xie Jiayi had completely ignored his warning and had repeated the same topic.

Do we really have to nitpick about this? Aren't you even a little surprised or curious about games becoming a reality?
Ji Yi blushed slightly.

He typed "So what's your opinion?" into the text box.

Then, backspace to delete.

Asking this question is so pathetic, but how should I answer it? I'm so conflicted.

Just as he hesitated, Xie Jiayi replied to his message:

"So, Mr. Ji Yi, which part of your data has now come to reality? I'm very curious."

"Oh, right! Wait a minute, let me take a look first."

Ji Yi immediately snapped out of her emotions and began to examine herself.

First, they tried to activate the skill, but all attempts failed.

Then I tried punching and kicking, and I felt that my physical fitness was much worse than in the game.

Finally, he tried to mimic the action of taking something out of his inventory, just like in the game.

Then, he pulled out a mask.

It was a clown mask with one half smiling and the other half crying, a design that was both comical and slightly terrifying.

"No...that's it?"

Ji Yi couldn't help but feel disappointed.

He put on the [Clown Mask] and tried to activate its effect.

The equipment effect "Hehehe" has been activated.

[Hehehe: Active effect. Upon activation, enters a frenzy state lasting 20 minutes. During this time, you will take an additional 50% damage and deal an additional 100% damage. Additionally, you will always have the highest score on the field when comparing points. Cooldown: 30 minutes]

"Hehe ...

Ji Yi suddenly burst into laughter, accompanied by an unusual level of mental excitement.

He picked up his phone and started typing into Xie Jiayi's chat interface:

"Hehe, woman, your feigned indifference has successfully caught my attention."

【Crab Paste】: "?"

Upon seeing this reply, Ji Yi smiled confidently and began typing rapidly on the screen again:
"Little girl, hurry up and give this grandpa a smile, or grandpa will give you a smile, hee hee hee."

【Crab Paste】: "."

The chat lasted for about 20 minutes before it ended.

When the "hehehe" effect ends.

Ji Yi looked at the screen full of embarrassing texts she had sent with a look of despair.

And Xie Jiayi's gentle reply, as if she were caring for someone with intellectual disabilities.

"I have no face to live anymore."

This is Ji Yi's second social death and the greatest sorrow of all, following the previous "headless ghost illusion."

He left with the words, "I'm going to run a dungeon."

Then, he turned around and entered the game space, as if he had made up his mind.

When Ji Yi opened her eyes again, she was back in the familiar game space.

"Maybe we shouldn't go back."

Ji Yi muttered to herself, then opened her friends list. The "Partner" section was grayed out, with the words "Doesn't eat cilantro" displayed.

"It's nothing, just a minor social death. Once I've forgotten about it, I'll be a hero again."

Close the friends list.

"My 'Roll Again' CD is ready now, time to open the next case."

Thinking it over, Ji Yi first activated her [Fortune] ability, and then opened an [Ultimate Surprise Gift Box].

The [Power Amplifier] cannot be used outside of dungeons, and the gift box cannot be opened inside dungeons.

Therefore, F-level fortune is only good enough for now; there will always be a day when it can be upgraded.

"open!"

A flash of white light appeared, revealing a "trash" perfect-grade piece of equipment.

Undeterred, I activated the "probability swap" of [Fortune] again, and then used [Roll Again].

"open!"

【Name: Demon Dagger】

[Type: Weapon]

[Attack Power: Extremely High]

[Quality: Legend]

[Effect 1 "Demonic Transformation": Active effect. Upon activation, the user enters a "Demonic Transformation" state, which comprehensively enhances attributes. During the state's duration, it will continuously deplete sanity and spirit.]

【Effect 2 "Demonic Devour": Active effect. After activation, it can devour the target once. If the judgment is successful, it will restore sanity and mental energy.】

【Effect 3 "Demon": Passive effect. The more targets "Demonic Devour" consumes, the more evil energy it accumulates (currently 0). Evil energy will affect the specific attribute boosts of "Demonization".】 【Note: Weapon usage tip: In addition to having almost unlimited growth value, this dagger can be used in combat while in "Demonization" without occupying a two-handed weapon slot.】

"Interesting, they're making me use the three-sword style."

Ji Yi already possessed the [Exorcism] skill, and thought that the [Demon Dagger] would be a superior replacement, but she didn't expect that they could coexist.

Now we don't need to discard the dual daggers.

Now, Ji Yi has achieved a preliminary prototype in establishing a combat system.

Card-based skills and equipment primarily provide buffs and debuffs, which can significantly narrow the gap between players and powerful enemies.

Its own speed stat, combined with the three daggers, allows it to generate bursts of multi-hit damage.

His physical enhancements, self-destructive killing moves, Thor's Hammer, and Divine Remains Demon Armor are all geared towards offensive attacks.

Other general abilities cover various aspects such as survival, luck, repair, disguise, summoning, healing, and reconnaissance, making it quite versatile.

"I always feel like I'm a bit of a jack of all trades and master of none. My second life is much better than my current self."

Having twice leveled up a level 1 character to level 20, Ji Yi's horizons have broadened considerably.

Although he is now incredibly strong, his system is still too versatile, and he is not top-tier in actual combat.

It seems to be an advantage now, but in future versions, it's easy for players like Gu Hong, Jiao Ying Ge, and Mao Xiao Jie to catch up.

"I really should think carefully about the direction of future development."

The path of the Evil God lineage is already top-tier, but compared to the God of War, it cannot be considered the strongest. In Ji Yi's view, it is a foregone conclusion that Gu Hong will ultimately become the God of War's sole chosen one.

"The task is arduous and the road ahead is long."

The most important thing now is to complete the job change task.

After some thought, Ji Yi entered the [Hidden Village] instance once again.

[Entering the instance]

[Instance Name: Hidden Village]

[Number of Players: Solo]

[Mission Objective: Survive and unravel the mystery of the "disappearance"]

[Limited Time Offer: 14 Days]

[Difficulty: Hell]

That night, having run away from home, you walked dozens of kilometers and arrived at a village.

After the system notification ended, the opening CG began to play.

This time was almost identical to the last time; at least in Ji Yi's mind, there was absolutely no difference.

This time, however, Ji Yi tried her best to remember every detail in the CG scene, attempting to find some clues.

Unfortunately, there have been no results so far.

The video continues playing until the very last voice-over:

Perhaps, it would have been better if you hadn't run away from home that day.

The screen abruptly stopped, and everything remained dark.

"Looks like it really is the same as last time," Ji Yi chuckled.

[Ji Yi, you've achieved far more than you deserve, thanks to your own cleverness and the cheat code "Data Eye."]

Luck, cunning, cheat codes, acting skills, and manipulating people's hearts—these are the methods you rely on for survival, which have given you your current strength.

"This is different. Last time you said I was the number one player. Tsk, that feels a bit hurtful."

But these are no longer available.

You are nothing at all; your insignificant strengths are pathetic and laughable.

Now, I'm going to take everything away from you, reducing you to your most authentic, most ordinary self.

Will you be able to successfully complete the game?

Let's wait and see.

After the sound ended, Ji Yi regained her sight.

Night fell, and the chirping of insects filled the air.

There was an asphalt road underfoot, guardrails behind me, and a shabby shed standing out on the side of the road in front of me.

Goods were crammed into the small tin shack, dim light bulbs hung inside, and a smiling old lady sat there.

"The process is exactly the same."

Ji Yi clicked her tongue.

[Attribute values ​​are locked]

All items are disabled.

All skills are disabled.

"It's described as locked, but it breaks the limits of [Death Rewind]."

Ji Yi checked the panel and found that, as expected, the "Death Rewind" message, thanks to the "Restriction Cracker," was not grayed out, but instead had a small, light-colored "Abnormal Operation" indicator on the side of the text.

Really useful!

Now that Ji Yi has five lives, she feels much more confident.

"Huh, it's running abnormally. Did I really encounter a bug this time?"

Ji Yi muttered to herself, then walked towards the simple convenience store in front of her and stared intently at the old lady.

"We studied it for a long time last time but didn't find anything unusual. But no matter what, it's too abrupt and abnormal for this thing to appear in the dungeon."

He didn't speak to the old lady; he knew it was pointless.

This time, he boldly poked the old lady's face with a finger.

It's hot, alive, and real.

Perhaps it was the courage that came from having five lives, but Ji Yi reached out his other hand and cupped the old lady's face in both hands.

Knead, pull.

The other party did not react at all, maintaining a strange smile throughout.

"I want to buy something, grandma, can you please do something?"

The other party still did not make a move.

Ji Yi clicked his tongue and began rummaging through his pockets.

He only realized he had a few dollars in change after he fell down the slope last time.

This time was no different; he guessed that the change might have some use here.

“Look, this is Mani, oh Kane, I want to buy something, ma’am.”

Ji Yi held up a purple five-yuan note. Although it was crumpled and crumpled in his pocket, it was still a considerable sum of money.

Compared to the three yuan and fifty cents left in my pocket, that's certainly true.

The old woman remained motionless, as if frozen in time, reminding Ji Yi of a certain country's "Time Forbidden" film series.

"Snapped!"

Ji Yi slapped herself.

Thinking about this at this time is rather bizarre.

The cold wind howled at night, and the chirping of insects rose and fell. There wasn't a single car passing by on the highway, and the scene was eerily quiet.

"Tsk, forget it."

Ji Yi estimated that it would be impossible to find any clues from the old woman for the time being.

"Fine, I won't say anything then, but I'm still going to buy the things."

Ji Yi casually picked up two lollipops with human faces printed on them from the counter, one grape flavored and the other green apple flavored.

After thinking for a moment, Ji Yi put away the five yuan and took out a light green one-yuan note.

"I remember these lollipops were 50 cents each, is that enough?"

The old lady didn't respond, and Ji Yi naturally expected her to say something, so she turned around and left the convenience store, walking along the road.

Not long after he left.

The old woman, who had remained motionless, slowly stretched out her withered hand and took a one-yuan bill from the counter.

Then, slowly put it in your mouth, keeping a smile on your face, and begin to chew.
(End of this chapter)