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Chapter 289 A Wonderful Magic Tower Journey with Miss Cat (Part 11)

Ji Yi moved extremely fast, arriving at Laboratory 13 in the blink of an eye.

The internal structure of the research institute is very similar; Laboratory No. 13 is not much different from the laboratory he was in when he woke up.

Therefore, Ji Yi immediately spotted the target.

He was the only person still alive in this laboratory.

【Name: Tan Ming (Simulation)】

[Danger Level: Extremely Low]

[Description: A counterfeit clone created by the mythical artifact "Simulation Generator," its purpose appears to be brainwashing and to allow the original to inherit the "Death Note."]

"Tsk, the so-called clue turned out to be just a counterfeit."

Ji Yi thought to himself, "Brother Yan, can you trace the origins of this guy?"

Theoretically speaking, no.

"Father, is it really not allowed?"

This time, I didn't ask you to shout it.

"Useless Haki eyes."

【.】

Ji Yi walked over to Tan Ming's side in a few steps. At this moment, the other party seemed to have just completed a brainwashing experiment, and his eyes were full of blankness as he looked at everything around him.

"According to the actual timeline, even his original self doesn't remember me, so what about him?"

In the [God's Descent] instance, Ji Yi and Tan Ming had quite a few connections, but that was before the timeline was altered by death rewind.

According to the actual timeline, Tan Ming and Ji Yi were just strangers who met by chance, let alone the fact that this was a fake.

"You're awake? Do you remember your name?"

At this moment, Ji Yi was wearing a researcher's white coat, and the scene didn't seem out of place or awkward at all.

The confusion in Tan Ming's eyes gradually cleared:

"I only remember that my name is Tan Ming. As for anything else, my head hurts so much, I can't remember anything at all!"

Upon seeing this, Ji Yi narrowed her eyes.

According to Qi Changtian's memory, the research in Laboratory 13 was not a project of the institute, but a task assigned by an external client.

Then it's not hard to analyze what happened.

Someone wanted to obtain the power of the Death Note, but due to the restriction of "soul binding," even killing the real Tan Ming would not allow them to obtain it.

In conclusion, for some reason, the mastermind behind the murder was unable to control the real Tan Ming. That's why he went to great lengths to use the [Simulation Generator] to create a new Tan Ming.

Then came his act of sending the clone of Tan Ming into the lab to participate in the brainwashing project.

Thinking of this, Ji Yi got up and looked at the experimental data on the control panel.

"Well, only the first phase of 'memory cleansing' has been carried out so far, and the second phase of 'brainwashing and control' has not yet begun."

Ji Yi muttered her analysis:
"The Death Note is a great thing. With it, none of the high-ranking members who went it alone after the Headhunter Alliance split off could escape."

Although Ji Yi obtained information about the headhunter alliance's higher-ups, he unfortunately did not know their true appearances at the time, otherwise he could have dealt with them in advance.

After all, there aren't many people whose real appearance matches their in-game appearance.

"In short, following this lead will lead to more than just obtaining the [Pseudo-True Body Generator]; it's a double win. What a pity..."

If you want to continue the investigation by following the clues, you must leave the research institute.

Leaving the research institute means you've completed the mission objective of the 14th level of the Demon Tower, but you might not be able to stay in the pseudo-human world on the next level.

"The earliest we can do is wait until we finish the Magic Tower dungeon before we can even think about coming back to investigate the clues."

Before that, the matter could only be entrusted to Song Wanyao. She was asked to investigate in the direction of the person who commissioned the experiment. Even if she could not handle it properly, at least her S-level strength would not be in too much danger.

Thinking of this, Ji Yi called out to Tan Ming: "Come with me first."

Another half hour passed.

Ji Yi found Song Wanyao and Miss Cat and briefly explained the situation.

"Don't worry, Brother Ji! You've already given me the direction of the investigation, I'm sure I can handle it!"

Song Wanyao patted her chest and said.

Ji Yi: "What investigation? What mouth? Don't talk nonsense. Although I rode on your face last time, it was to awaken your conscience!"

Song Wanyao: "?"

Hsieh Chia-yi: "."

Miss Cat's voice came:
"It seems Mr. Giba not only doesn't want my reward, but also intends to ask for some punishment?"

She reached out her hand: "Give me back the cover. The thought of Mr. Giba secretly taking it, sniffing and licking it makes me feel nauseous."

Ji Yi: "!"

Song Wanyao: "???"

What kind of games do you two usually play in private?
Damn it, my sister's advantages are too great and she's too attractive to men, it even makes me a little jealous!
"Shh, don't talk nonsense in front of the children."

Ji Yi gave a wink, but Miss Cat didn't seem to care at all:

"Mr. Giba knows he should save face in front of children, doesn't he?"

Song Wanyao clutched her chest: "The...the child?"

She lowered her head, her gaze sweeping across the plain without obstruction, and saw her own beautiful feet.

You two, husband and wife.
What a bully!
"Wow, Song, why is your face so red? Don't be afraid, your brother is not a bad person."

Miss Cat: "Hehe."

Song Wanyao: "That's enough!"

Three minutes later.

Enraged, Song Wanyao kicked Ji Yi and the other person out of the research institute.

As Ji Yi and Xie Jiayi stepped through the door with bewildered expressions, their figures vanished in a flash of white light.

Song Wanyao sighed and looked at Tan Ming, the high school student behind her:
"From now on, you'll be following me, understand?"

Tan Ming nodded blankly, "Oh, okay."

The scene in front of Ji Yi twisted and changed once again.

Beneath the azure sky lay endless urban ruins, and Ji Yi stood atop a tall building, overlooking this desolate scene.

Before he could even realize where he was, the system voice sounded in his ear.

[The main mission has been triggered]

[Current Main Quest: Complete the exchange with Princess Corpse]

"A zombie world, huh? This map is easy. Wait, what's this mission?"

The next second, Ji Yi saw Miss Cat's ugly face.

"This main quest definitely involves completing a trade! Yes, it must be a trade!"

Ji Yi shouted loudly.

Miss Cat gave a soft hum, her expression softening: "You did a good job just now."

Ji Yi was taken aback: "Huh? What did you do well?"

Xie Jiayi said calmly, "You said some nonsense, which made Wanyao lose some of her feelings for you."

As she spoke, she took a few steps forward and looked into Ji Yi's eyes:
"Mr. Giba, do you know that I am a very possessive woman with a lot of insecurity? If you choose to date me, you will suffer a lot."

Ji Yi nodded upon hearing this:

"Well, I know."

“However,” Xie Jiayi changed the subject, revealing a faint smile, “if my man is so outstanding that he’s very popular with women, that’s not a bad thing. In fact, most girls would be proud of it.”

"understood."

Ji Yi nodded: "I'll go and conquer Shi Ji Zi right now, and have sex with her!"

Hsieh Chia-yi: "."

"Ouch! Don't pinch me, don't pinch me, you're doing it wrong!"

After playing around, Ji Yi prepared to start her mission. First, she needed to find out the direction of the castle where Shi Himeko lived before taking action.

Although this mission seemed very inexplicable.

"Has this system run out of ideas? After failing with life-or-death challenges and trust crises, they've resorted to such simple and straightforward low-level tests."

As she spoke, Ji Yi looked at Miss Cat beside her:
"Miss Cat certainly won't break off our relationship just because I had something happen with a corpse, right?"

She nodded: "Yes."

"I will kill you."

"."

Her nonchalant tone made Ji Yi somewhat doubt the truthfulness of her words.

Could it be that Hsieh Chia-yi actually has yandere traits?
It shouldn't be that bad. If it were, Ji Yi would have killed herself long ago after Shi Ji Zi kissed her.

Speaking of which, not only Shi Ji Zi, Ji Yi also kissed Yang Yang, but Xie Jia Yi didn't make a big deal out of it.

Could it be that.
"Miss Cat, do you have a penchant for being cuckolded?"

Hsieh Chia-yi: "?"

"...Or should I just kill Mr. Giba now?"

"No, I was just asking."

The two remained silent the entire way, and the atmosphere inexplicably became somewhat subtle.

They had overcome all sorts of hardships and trials before, so why were they being affected by such a simple and easy challenge?
"Miss Cat, if the main quest is really as I think, then I think we should log out of the Magic Tower this morning."

"Is it because you don't want to let me down?"

"I can't beat Shikiko."

"?"

After a short while, Miss Cat spoke softly:
"You still have the mind to tell jokes? Mr. Giba already has a solution?"

Ji Yi nodded:

"I should give it a try no matter what, and besides, I promised Shikiko something last time, so I really should deliver on my promise."

If she makes people wait impatiently, this little girl might just throw a tantrum and destroy the human shelter.

The atmosphere became harmonious again.

That's how it should be. It seems Ji Yi was right. The ring really worked, making the trust test in the Magic Tower a piece of cake.

However, absolute safety cannot be guaranteed. Currently, it is only on the 15th floor, while the highest record for the two-player Magic Tower has been raised to the 21st floor by Gu Hong.

The reason why the current difficulty is not high is largely due to the "connections" left behind by Ji Yi.

Whether on the previous level or this level, the game difficulty has decreased significantly.

The same task might not be so easy for someone else.

In other words, befriending the native dungeon units is undoubtedly a sound strategy, and in some situations, it's enough to bypass the system's difficulty detection mechanism.

"Currently, this convenience is only clearly evident in the Magic Tower dungeon. Is it because the Magic Tower itself is quite unique?"

Ji Yi pondered for a moment, then walked straight ahead in one direction with Miss Cat.

at the same time.

Amidst the bustling and beautiful castles, one after another, more splendid and magnificent buildings have replaced their original forms.

The already imposing castle has become even more majestic and magnificent. If you look closely, you can see many people directing the construction, and the renovation of this building is still underway.

And it is at the spire of the most magnificent and towering castle.

When the camera pans to the window covered by pink gauze, and you enter the room, you can see the extremely luxurious Baroque-style decor.

Inside the room, a light-skinned girl dressed in Lolita fashion was watching with great interest a naked woman bound in mid-air with red silk on a pink round bed.

Shikiko sat on a chair to the side, her two white hairs crisscrossing. Despite her youthful appearance, her expression carried a ruthlessness beyond her years.
"Aya, it seems Mr. Ji has forgotten about you."

Her tone was somewhat cold.

"Or rather, he never cared about your lives at all and I already thought he was unreliable. If he hadn't helped me once, I would never have been persuaded back then."

At this point, she stood up, walked over to Aya, and lifted the mature woman's chin with her hand:

"But it's not too late to kill you all now."

Aya was naked, bound, and suspended in mid-air—a deeply humiliating act—yet her expression remained remarkably resolute.
"Mr. Ji isn't that kind of person; he must have had something come up on the way."

"I've heard this too many times. If the [Dimensional Coordinate Device] I gave him is really broken or lost, then he won't be able to complete the task I assigned him."

As Shihimeko spoke, she forcefully pinched a soft spot on Aya's body:
"The Church of Light, the Holy Maiden. Heh."

"Humans only create religions to console themselves when they are powerless. Your glamorous status is worthless. You've fallen to this state, so how can you still act so noble?"

Shikiko sneered and increased the pressure in her hand, as if she wanted to crush the piece of flesh.

During the days of waiting, her mindset kept changing.

Ever since she was turned into a ghost story by the islanders, she seems to have lost her humanity, and her heart is filled with hatred every day.

She desperately wanted revenge.

Ji Yi, who had promised to punish the island nation, had yet to bring any news, which made her increasingly anxious.

So she turned her vengeful spirit toward the surviving humans.

Whether it's building a palace or humiliating Aya, it can offer this avenger some solace.

After all, her so-called innocence and cuteness were just a mask. Ever since she became a ghost story, this girlish sentiment has only remained on the surface.

She has an adorable appearance and a cute style, but her inner self is extreme, childish, and has a strong desire for control.

"Ha, they didn't even utter a sound."

Shikiko withdrew her hand: "You've been eating well at the shelter these past few days, haven't you? You've gained quite a bit of weight."

She changed the subject, leaving Aya somewhat confused about what Shihiko was thinking.

"Such succulent meat is a waste to feed to zombies. How about I turn you into a zombie instead?"

Shikiko has a sweet voice, but her words are chilling.

"Don't worry, it won't affect your ability to continue being a saintess. On the contrary, it will help you stay young forever and you won't have to worry about gaining weight anymore."

"What exactly do you want to do?"

Aya questioned him, completely ignoring the five bright red finger marks on her body that were burning hot.

"What am I going to do? Hehe, since I can't rely on my big brother, then this little girl can only rely on herself."

As she spoke, she pressed her finger against Aya's forehead:
"Since my life is eternal anyway, I can afford to wait. I might as well take complete control of the human survivors first and let them develop time machines and advanced weapons."

"But before that, I need to ensure my rule is not threatened, even though I've already infected you with the virus. Do you think I haven't discovered that you've been secretly developing an antidote?"

"There's no room for negotiation now. Let me make this a done deal to prevent any unforeseen complications."

The voice just fell.

A strong gust of wind blew in from outside the window, causing the pink curtains to flutter, and suddenly a man appeared inside the room.

Ji Yi looked at the scene before her:
"Tsk tsk tsk, how lewd... Oh no, have I disturbed you?"

Before she could finish speaking, Miss Cat behind her covered her eyes with both hands:

"Don't look around."

"it is good."

Ji Yi responded and silently activated his X-ray vision.

(End of this chapter)