Chapter 3 Fatal Copy "Whispers of the Inner Demon"
Sister Lin's crying soon drifted away.
Things in front of me turned dark, and my weightless body seemed to be falling with the ticking sound of time.
"Damn, this is probably the first time that I have been knocked down by a little girl in my own room...except Yu Xuan."
In all the unknown conditions, Jiang Qian found fortunately that his mind could still think.
Therefore, he directly skipped the fear, panic and other emotions that should have appeared, and began to review the process of how he fell into this situation.
Maybe it started when I caught a glimpse of the three words "invitation letter"?
No, to be precise, something happened when his hand touched the card with the words "Invitation" printed on it.
He didn't even have time to think about the contents of the invitation!
Received, that is, "accepted"? Is this the joint where he was pulled into this darkness?
Jiang Qian's body was still falling slowly, and there was no sound around him.
This originally frightening turn of events actually seemed slightly absurd under his calm response.
The ability to display such psychological quality is due to the physiological defects of his brain, which prevents his relevant emotional reactions from being triggered.
At this moment, a mechanical voice sounded:
[Name: Jiang Qian]
[Race: Human]
【Age: 20】
[Tip: Evolutionary pathways are under evaluation]
[Tip: When the trial copy is completed, "identity cards" and rewards will be issued based on the evaluation results]
Evolutionary path?
ID tag?
Copy…
If this kind of setting appeared in an online novel, it would probably be classified as an IQ novel, right?
Jiang Qian listened intently and carefully accepted the only source of information here.
The evolutionary path and identity card most likely point to some kind of supernatural power.
And copy, a proper noun that usually appears in the field of games, undoubtedly represents a surreal order.
Is this really an opportunity to touch extraordinary power?
While Jiang Qian felt a little excited, he realized another thing: risks, or costs.
The dull voice paused for a moment.
Continue to remind:
[Welcome to the "Super Species World", you will become a free evolution warrior of the super species group, ahead of the human race, and touch the divine gift of the new world. Before that, please pass the qualification trial. 】
[The trial is about to begin, and trial dungeons are being randomly matched... What you are matching is dungeon AS1741 "Whispers of the Inner Demon"]
[Type: Single-person customization]
[Difficulty level: Nightmare]
[Betting chips: life*1]
[Main mission: Arrive at the "Abyss Video Hall" and complete your exclusive viewing mission (0/7)]
[Introduction: The forbidden place in the heart of a mortal is sealed with things that can kill him/herself.]
[When your consciousness is asleep, it will quietly sneak into your dreams to cause trouble, making you mistakenly think that those "evil thoughts" are your true wishes. You are shocked and startled, staring at the unknown forbidden land vigilantly, and that thing is also there
Staring at you...]
[Don’t act rashly, don’t quibble, don’t be immersed, don’t be gullible]
[Note: Unfortunately, you have drawn the highest difficulty trial dungeon in history. Its top-ranked mortality rate will probably make you give up completely before you start. No, don’t do that. Remember: those things can’t kill you.
It will definitely make you strong.]
At the end of this reminder, the sound gradually became distant and near, until it completely disappeared.
At the same time, the falling state finally stopped, and Jiang Qian's feet returned to the ground.
The surroundings remained dark.
He stood in the darkness, waiting for his vision to recover. At the same time, he quickly reviewed the information received in his mind, and gradually gained an idea of the current situation.
Although it is absurd to think this way, it does seem that I have been pulled into some kind of mysterious space.
There are exclusive game rules and evaluation system here.
The winner will receive a special status and corresponding rewards.
The embodiment of this special identity should be the "identity card" mentioned in the prompt. Its essence is most likely to be some unknown power, and it can be enhanced through "evolution".
The loser will probably die - because the bet is on "life".
"Is this what you call 'a little risk'?" Jiang Qian snorted coldly, with a cold look in his eyes.
Unfortunately for me, I shamelessly assumed that humans are model organisms, and ended up being thrown into this life-and-death struggle like a guinea pig...
Seduction, backstabbing, it’s me who’s tricking you, and you’re still crying?
What kind of showman are you pretending to be in front of me?
"Xiao Nizi, don't worry... wait until we get out and see how I can comfort you."
Although it was not voluntary, Jiang Qian quickly accepted the reality: he was already involved in a huge gamble with his life as a bargaining chip, and he would not die if he did not do so.
According to the prompt information in the dungeon, he is likely to be attacked by some non-stealth force.
Those twelve words seem to be a reminder to avoid risks: don't act rashly, don't quibble, don't be immersed, don't be gullible.
But these alone are not enough.
We can only follow the clues.
"The main task is to find the 'Abyss Video Hall' and watch the movie as required. I am familiar with watching movies. It's just that the name of this video hall is not auspicious..."
"Does the 0/7 shown later refer to the completion level? It's really good, 7 pitfalls."
Jiang Qian continued to chew on the hints given to him by this so-called copy.
The surroundings that I couldn't even see were beginning to move.
He suddenly heard a strange noise behind him, as if someone laughed, and quickly disappeared.
Almost at the same time, there was the sound of running in the other direction.
The sound of running was fast and slow, running far away for a while, but at first glance, it seemed to be getting closer...
Immediately afterwards, a strange, inaudible whisper sounded in his ears... It was as if someone was dancing behind him, and the bad breath almost sprayed onto the back of his neck.
Under such circumstances, normal people should have lived in Bengbu long ago.
The quieter ones have soft legs that stick to the ground, but the lively ones can make you pee your pants while running!
In comparison, Jiang Qian's sense of experience seems too lacking.
It can be said that there is no fear.
In the darkness, his eyes followed the sound, carefully distinguishing the direction and distance of each sound, and directly choked the other party!
But it came to nothing.
Jiang Qian remained vigilant and did not pursue the victory. He was not sure whether those floating around him, waiting for opportunities to cause trouble, were real or illusory.
The more chaotic the moment, the more calm you need. Any unnecessary behavior may confuse the other party.
Suddenly, a gust of cool wind blew in his face, causing the strands of hair on Jiang Qian's forehead to move to the back of his head.
Is this a windward opening?
In other words, if he is inside a semi-enclosed space and his vision is blocked, he should have a chance to find the exit by moving towards the windward opening.
His mission was to reach the "Abyss Video Hall". Without any more clear prompts, restoring his vision and actively searching became his first option.
At least worth a try.
Jiang Qian moved forward slowly with the soles of his feet to test, and the "whispering" behind him suddenly became restless again.
They kept urging me forward, but I'm afraid they weren't helping me... Jiang Qian slowed down, lowered his body, lowered his center of gravity, and was careful to be on guard against sneak attacks in the dark.
Then, his foot touched something.
The thing didn't look like a living thing, but it retreated as soon as he touched it. Then, he heard a subtle falling sound from under his feet.
"Hey?"
Isn't this the inner edge of a building without guardrails?
Jiang Qian stopped his forward thrust. At the same time, his palm also touched a section of the wall beside him.
The section of the broken wall was uneven, much like the remnants of a smashed wall that had not been cleaned up.
It’s a real hammer! The decoration company’s fault.
No wonder there are some unclean things here.
Another gust of wind penetrated head-on...
Jiang Qian grabbed the broken wall and stabilized his body.
His vision gradually adapted to the darkness. Under the influence of weak external light sources, the outlines of things in front of him were becoming clearer...
At this time, something creepy happened.
The completely silent space suddenly became a little crowded.
A voice like a mourning heir suddenly sounded: "Ah, what a pity, he is still alive..."
Another uneasy voice followed closely: "Shut up, you grudge! He's obviously about to be fooled!"
"No, you are wasting our time." This was a gritted voice.
Immediately afterwards, the irritable voice roared angrily: "Trash! You are a complete trash! Let him come, I will hammer him to death in minutes, press him to the ground and rub him!"
Perhaps stimulated by a certain sensitive word, a lustful voice trembled and shouted: "Come on, come in... I can't wait! He is mine, um mine~"
A cacophony of voices chattered in the darkness.
Jiang Qian was speechless for a while.
Are these... the dungeon BOSS? He doesn't sound very smart.
If I remember correctly, this is a dungeon with a so-called "nightmare" level of difficulty, right?
……That's it?
However, complaints are complaints, and Jiang Qian did not take it lightly.
He has reason to believe that the more dangerous something is, the more absurd it will appear.
At present, the bosses quickly came to a unified opinion.
Then the whole world suddenly became quiet.
Then, multiple lights lit up in unison, and the sound of the falling body was covered up.
The surrounding environment finally appeared completely before Jiang Qian's eyes.
Jiang Qian's pupils shrank imperceptibly.
This is an abandoned old commercial building.
He was standing in an aisle that was being renovated. At the other end of the aisle, he pointed to a video parlor with a nostalgic style that was open for business.
The dilapidated light sign, with its inner core shining with dark red luster, is called "Abyss".
Abyss Video Hall.
It is worth noting that looking back at where Jiang Qian was standing, the ground around him was filled with messy and sharp steel bars, broken glass, and sharp-edged floor tiles... as well as "people" penetrated by steel bars all over the floor.
These "people" ended their lives here in extremely twisted forms, and were weathered here in an indescribable form, forming a group of hideous-looking images.
Among them, there are office workers, students, well-dressed upper-class people, and ugly scavengers...
"Is it another trialist?"
Judging from what Jiang Qian heard and felt in the darkness just now, these people were probably frightened and ran in a panic, accidentally fell, or were injured or killed after hitting a sharp object.
What's even more exaggerated is that two steps away from Jiang Qian, there is the edge of this old building... an open and bare window without a window frame.
You can imagine how neatly he would have walked if he had been careless just now and took a brave step, or if he had been frightened by the whispers behind him and had run forward.
The night wind poured in freely from outside, making it chilly.
Jiang Qian remembered the prompt message of the dungeon, one of which was called "Don't act rashly".
Now it seems that it corresponds to the situation at the beginning.
"Although the prompt information of the dungeon is not much, it is very crucial. I am afraid that many losers fell here because of 'rash actions'."
It is undeniable that when people are dominated by fear and are extremely nervous, it is often difficult to control their own behavior, leading to many mindless operations and thus loss of life.
Fear is the killer of thoughts and the bud of inner demons.
Fortunately, he was already quite unfamiliar with this feeling.
Even if he is standing in the mountain of corpses, he does not feel at all restrained.
"Even if you are not as insensitive to fear as I am, as long as you remain calm and cautious enough, you have a good chance of surviving in the darkness just now."
Jiang Qian walked around the strange mummies scattered on the road, collected half of the steel bars from the loose cracks in the ground, held them in his hands, and walked calmly towards the old-fashioned "video room".