I'm just an internet cafe owner

I'm just an internet cafe owner. (Author: Xiao Kawu)

Summary:

Next to the Witch Cult, Natsuki Subaru defeated the invading Witch Cult with his invincible roll and 'Hunter Giant'.

At the front lines of the monster battle, Fujimaru Ritsuka raised her staff high, and a meteorite falling from the sky defeated the invading monster.

Amidst the black bullets, Tina, wielding Ada Wong's heart-shaped rocket launcher, blasts Gastrea one by one.

Inside an internet cafe, people got into a fight over the oil field.

On campus, some are fighting for the Alliance, some for the Horde, and some for Demacia.

On the battlefield of Terra, the 'Celestial Movement' changed the course of the war.

In the depths of Teyvat, 'Surging Elegy' shattered the shield of the Abyssal Apostles.

Although I've left the game, I'll never regret saving that girl.

But before that…

"Network administrator, add another hour."

"I've said it so many times, I'm the owner of this internet cafe, not the manager."

P.S.: The author has a diverse background and plays all sorts of games. Feel free to use game and anime references in this book, but please don't start any arguments!

Volume 1

Chapter One: The Opening of the Internet Cafe

Liu Yuan ate, slept, and played games as usual, but just before going to sleep, he heard strange noises.

'System activated; Super Entertainment System is now enabled.'

"System? Ha! If there really is a system, then give me a high-spec computer. Right now, all graphics cards are mining cards, which are a total rip-off."

Liu Yuan didn't take it seriously and was just about to go to sleep when the strange sound appeared again.

"The super internet cafe system is activated, boss~ you can't rest yet."

"No! I just want to rest."

"Network Administrator, would you rather live a mediocre life, unable to even afford a catheter when you're old, or become a famous network administrator?"

"I think…"

"The host has agreed. Time travel countdown: five... Time travel complete."

"I want a catheter inserted..."

Liu Yuan's expression completely vanished. He'd seen forced sales before, but this was the first time he'd encountered one like this. He should have just said no directly; why did he add "I want to"?

'The 4D Space Internet Cafe is now open; all expenses except for the owner's will be covered by the system.'

'The task has been issued. Please check it yourself through the task panel.'

Liu Yuan saw the so-called task panel, where several tasks were shining brightly.

Owns the game "Elden Ring Real Experience Edition"

Beginner Task: Open an internet cafe and recruit a manager.

Task Rewards: One computer and related equipment, 3000 RMB in cash, and a complete Resident Evil series realistic experience.

Task deadline: 7 days.

Note: May your internet cafe become a global phenomenon.

...

That's basically the situation. Having obtained the system, Liu Yuan wouldn't waste it; he certainly wouldn't admit he was after the 3000 yuan. That's 3000 yuan! Enough for normal food and drink, plus two meals out a week. Isn't that amazing? As for the rest? Liu Yuan scoffed. Could any of that nonsense be more important than money?

What's the use of money? Of course it's useful! This internet cafe's door is a portal to any world. But the downside is that you can only return to the world you came from.

He also learned that one-tenth of the actual revenue would go to him, while the rest would become start-up and growth capital for the internet cafe. Money to be made? This gave Liu Yuan even more motivation.

He doesn't have any grand ambitions; he's instantly motivated when there's money to be made.

The system gave him plenty of time. Liu Yuan first gave the internet cafe a thorough cleaning, inside and out. After playing a full-day demo of the game, he officially opened the cafe today.

The internet cafe's decor is alright; the white ceramic tiles and nice wallpaper give it a warm feel as soon as you enter. The only downside is the floor tiles are a bit slippery. Don't ask how I know; Liu Yuan slipped and fell several times yesterday while mopping the floor.

In the center of the room, four luxurious gaming machines were set up. Next to each machine was a pair of adjustable glasses; according to the system's explanation, this was a virtual reality device. Wearing it would allow for a realistic gaming experience through a series of methods he couldn't understand.

The machine doesn't use electricity, and Liu Yuan searched around but couldn't find a power cord.

On second thought, it makes sense; the devices provided by the system actually use a bit too little electricity.

I turned on my computer, and there was only one icon on the desktop, unlike traditional game icons. It was a Word document that read 'Elden Ring Real Experience Version'.

There was a large screen hanging at the entrance, displaying some rules.

1. Open 12 hours

2. The hourly rate for computer use is 50 yuan, cola is 20 yuan, and food is 30 yuan.

3. Play if you want, roll if you don't.

4. No noise is allowed in the lobby.

5. The final interpretation right belongs to the boss.

From Liu Yuan's perspective, it's 50 yuan per hour, but according to the system's explanation, the door to this internet cafe is an "anywhere door" that doesn't necessarily belong to anyone. Depending on who comes, it will charge a currency of corresponding world value, and even allow people to exchange items.

Besides internet access, they also offer a variety of drinks and food. The drinks are a wide variety, but the only food option is instant noodles, cooked by the owner himself.

This internet cafe is open from 12 o'clock, but each person is limited to 8 hours of gaming time, according to the system explanation.

"The boss needs eight hours of sleep and four hours of free time every day."

Playing games also costs money. The games are buy-to-play, and it costs 300 yuan to play them. However, as a store employee, he can play games for free and there are regular discounts.

There are two tasks at this stage: recruit a network administrator and find a customer.

That's easy to handle. We don't need to pay for the network administrator ourselves; we can just hire them at high salaries and solve the problem directly. As for the customers, it's even easier to manage. The system doesn't say we can't use shills, right?

system:"…"

Looking at the time, it was already dark outside. As Liu Yuan was considering whether to play another round, the door was pushed open.

A boy and a girl, one big and one small, walked in one after the other.

"Welcome to the four-dimensional space! Here you can play realistic, heart-pounding, and exciting games!"

Natsuki Subaru looked around in confusion. He remembered that he had just been searching for lost items with Emilia, and then he was stabbed by a strangely dressed woman. Now he was here?

A short-haired girl named Fujimaru Kaori looked around in confusion. She remembered that she was about to go to sleep, but suddenly found herself in this strange place.

"cybercafe?"

The text on the screen in front of me simply explained what this place was.

"Welcome to 4D Space Internet Cafe! Those who have nothing to do will be kicked out~"

Internet cafe? Internet access? Four-dimensional space? These were obviously easy-to-understand terms, yet they left the two of them feeling completely confused.

A quick glance at the internet price: 1000 yen per hour.

Fujimaru Kaori felt like she was dreaming, and without thinking, she pulled out 10 cards from her pocket.

Japanese yen banknotes.

"Boss, turn on a machine!"

Fujimaru Kaori felt like she was dreaming. She remembered clearly that she had just taken a nice shower and was lying in bed. She had changed into her pajamas, but now she was wearing casual clothes? And she was carrying her wallet with her, with 100,000 yen inside? What else could it be but a dream?

She remembered very clearly that she didn't have even two thousand, let alone one hundred thousand, in her wallet. She did have one hundred thousand in her bank account, but she hadn't brought her bank card with her when she came to Chaldea.

Since it's a dream, of course we should enjoy it to the fullest!

"Hello~"

Fujimaru Kaori called out to Natsuki Subaru, "Hey kid, stop looking, it's my treat!"

Since it's a dream, this penniless girl should definitely be extravagant. Playing online games? What's the point of doing that alone?

"I must be so tired lately that I've been playing games like crazy, that's why I had this dream..."

I skillfully turned on the computer, thinking I'd just browse the internet for a bit, but when I opened it, I found that there was only one icon on the entire desktop, no matter what I tried.

"Boss? You seem to have a little less than usual."

"It's just one game, play it or don't, it's up to you."

"Hey, I paid for this, give me my money back."

Liu Yuan leaned on the counter, smiling as he looked at Fujimaru Kaori: "There's only one game, but it will definitely satisfy you. Try on those glasses! A new world you'll love."

"If you're lying to me, I'll take all the money back!"

Fujimaru Kaori is all set. Whether it's fun or not, she'll say it's not fun later. In her dream, she'll do things she wouldn't normally dare to do. She'll set a small goal: first, rob this internet cafe.

But the moment she put on the glasses and started the game, she was stunned by the immersive scene.

Natsuki Subaru, who was being dragged along in a daze the whole time, wanted to refuse when he saw the girl next to him start playing a game. He wanted to ask Liu Yuan for help. But as if possessed, he put on the glasses and started playing the game.

Chapter Two: Welcome to the Borderlands

"Boss! Boss!"

"Coming! What's up?"

Liu Yuan glanced at the two computers, both of which were hesitating in the character selection screen.

"Any recommendations for this profession?"

"Profession? If you want realism, go for the Poverty Rift. If you want something easier, I recommend the Wanderer Knight. In the early game, having a shield combo with parrying is incredibly powerful. Oh, and some of the techniques in the game can be applied to real life."

These words intrigued Subaru Natsuki. He remembered clearly that he had been killed by someone called the Bowel Hunter. But if he could bring out the skills from the game, wouldn't the Bowel Hunter be a piece of cake?

Boys this age are often full of passion, and having set his sights on something, he immediately chose the wandering knight. He donned a suit of armor and acquired a shield, sword, and halberd. Fujimaru Kaori, eager for fun, started the game penniless.

During the character creation process, both of them chose their own natural appearance, which made them feel more immersed in the character.