Death Game: Starting as a fraudster, pretending to be a god.

Chapter 1441 Fang Qing's Promise

"Nioh... has no offensive capabilities?"

To Lin Yu, Fang Qing's words were practically counterintuitive.

How could a 'fourth-tier' 'player,' a master who is about to become a god, a guy ranked ninth on the leaderboard... possibly have no means of attack?

But Fang Qing clearly wouldn't deceive himself or the others in the 'Freedom Alliance' about such a thing.

Furthermore, if we truly consider the fact that "Nioh" has no means of attack as a "prerequisite," then many of his actions seem to make sense.

While Lin Yu was pondering, the other members of the "Freedom Alliance" went through a similar emotional journey: they were filled with doubt about what Fang Qing had said, but because they trusted Fang Qing's judgment and knew that Fang Qing wouldn't speak carelessly about such matters, they also felt that it might be true...

The comedian was the first to raise the question: "What is the reason that 'Nioh' did this?"

“I don’t know either. Although this guy looks like a ‘normal person’, and a very ‘ordinary normal person’, he may actually have an unusual side in his values ​​and personality,” Fang Qing said. “I haven’t had much contact with him, so I can’t make a conclusion, but… I have an irresponsible guess.”

"What guess?"

The comedian pressed for an answer.

Fang Qing said calmly, "He has probably never killed anyone so far, or he only kills when there is absolutely no other way... At least in the few times I've encountered him in the [Instance], 'Nioh's' principle of action always seems to be to avoid fighting and avoid conflicts with others. Whether it's other 'players' or native creatures in the 'Ten Realms', or even some beasts without intelligence, Nioh will try his best to avoid fighting."

“At first I always thought it was because he lacked various means of attack and had to resort to this strategy, but later I realized something... I got the cause and effect backwards.”

“Nioh didn’t avoid conflict with others because he lacked offensive means, but because he planned to conduct the ‘Death Game’ in a way that would hardly harm anyone from the beginning. That’s why he didn’t prepare any offensive means for himself. After all, if you play enough ‘Death Games,’ you will always get some ‘offensive’ items… In fact, offensive ‘items’ that can cause destruction and damage actually make up the majority of the ‘items.’”

"It is very likely that every time Nioh obtains an offensive item, he sells it and uses the proceeds to buy defensive and recovery items for himself."

"He has never deliberately emphasized or touted his views on not killing or using violence, but he seems to have been practicing them in his daily life."

As Fang Qing spoke, Qian Huan remained somewhat skeptical: "Could this type of monster exist in the 'Death Game'? Or in other words... could this type of monster actually survive for so long and even become a 'fourth-tier'?"

"Perhaps it is because 'Nioh' is an eccentric that he was able to become a 'fourth-tier'... As for how he survived in the early stages, it might have been due to good luck or something. Of course, maybe when he first joined 'Death Game,' he didn't have such extreme pursuits."

The comedian analysis stated.

Old Zhou said in a low voice, "Even though I know that's probably true, the fact that this type of guy exists in the world still makes me feel a little unreal."

Lin Yu continued, "Don't forget, he was one of the earliest members of the 'Player Mutual Aid Association'... Being able to join this organization at its inception, his belief in principles like 'absolutely no killing' actually sounds quite reasonable."

"In short, if he can become a 'fifth-order', it may not be of any long-term benefit to our organization, but it certainly won't do any harm either," Fang Qing said casually. "And to be honest... if a second god were to be born among the current 'players,' I really hope it would be 'Nioh'."

Xiaoyun then asked with great interest, "I also have questions about 'authority' and the advancement of the Benevolent King... If he fails to 'advance' this time and does not successfully fuse with authority, will he leave behind a corpse?"

Fang Qing glanced at Xiao Yun, his expression unusually serious: "Yes, but don't even think about it—if he fails, the remaining body cannot be considered an ordinary corpse. It could very well contain all sorts of unpredictable dangers and risks. If you rashly use your ability to take it in..."

“A corpse is a corpse, whether special or ordinary. As long as it becomes a corpse, I can handle and control it,” Xiaoyun interrupted Fang Qing and said firmly. “Since it exists… if he fails, I will definitely try.”

Fang Qing looked at Xiao Yun, then at Lao Zhou: "I will let you know once the results are finalized."

Although Fang Qing was no longer planning to tell the whole story, Qian Huan continued to comfort Xiao Yun with some concern: "I can understand you, but Xiao Yun... although 'Renwang' is very strong, we just learned that his abilities are actually quite limited, mainly focused on 'defense' and 'survival.' You shouldn't lack these abilities, right?"

“His position was very high, and there was a great risk in taking his body away… but because of the nature of his abilities, the risk was not proportional to the reward.”

"After all, 'defense' and 'recovery' are the things you 'borrow' and then lose the most of, aren't they?"

Qianhuan's words of advice were clearly from Xiaoyun's perspective, and they actually made Xiaoyun waver a little.

“It’s rare that you’ve offered such insightful observations, ‘Magician,’” Xiaoyun said, looking at Qianhuan. “But… even if I reconsider from this perspective, I still want to obtain it.”

"After all, if 'Nioh' fails and dies, what he leaves behind will not be an ordinary 'fourth-tier' corpse, but a corpse that failed in the process of ascending to godhood... How could I miss such a super limited opportunity?"

Qianhuan was clearly stunned after hearing what Xiaoyun said.

The chef next to him spoke up: "You've all forgotten that besides her own abilities, Xiaoyun collecting corpses is also something she loves and is passionate about. She's just like us."

Xiaoyun nodded with a smile: "That's right... And everyone, don't be so nervous, 'Nioh' might not necessarily fail, right?"

“There is indeed a chance of success, but to be honest, I don’t have high hopes,” Fang Qing said with his head down. “Although he has accepted the power this time, I have been gathering information for him, and I have even planned part of his actions, I still don’t think he can succeed without a doubt.”

The comedian, who was also at the fourth rank, nodded: "If it were so easy, how could there only be one fifth rank, the 'General', so far?"

Lin Yu said, "But according to the 'director,' 'Nioh' himself seems quite confident. Although he doesn't have an air of certainty, he hasn't made any extra preparations, nor does he seem particularly nervous."

“Hey, of course he’s not nervous, because I can now guess what that sovereign authority, which is so compatible with him and which he is going to contain and control this time, whose true nature is still unclear,” Fang Qing said in a light tone. “Although I can’t tell you now, if he really succeeds, you should know immediately.”

“It might even…affect the ‘Director’ who will also have access to ‘authority’ in the ‘Trial Grounds’,” Fang Qing said to Lin Yu earnestly. “Of course, it will definitely be a positive influence.”

The topic circled back to the 'director,' which was exactly the topic Lin Yu had hoped to see.

He looked surprised and said, "There's actually such a positive effect. It seems... it would be better if 'Nioh' could really become a god."

Fang Qing echoed again, "Yes, the ascension of 'Ren-oh' to godhood is beneficial to all parties, so I originally intended to help..."

However, in Fang Qing's casual response, Lin Yu did indeed keenly perceive an opportunity for him to advance further.

"So, Boss Fang Qing, you originally planned to go to the 'God Realm'?"

Lin Yu looked at Fang Qing and asked with a burning gaze.

When Fang Qing heard Lin Yu say this and saw the other party's very enthusiastic eyes, he could roughly guess what "Zhu Ming" was thinking.

"Yes."

She gave a brief reply.

Of course, for Lin Yu...

Fang Qing had indeed guessed what "Zhu Ming" was thinking, because now that he was in an immersive performance state, he was thinking entirely according to Zhu Ming's character.

At the same time, this time Lin Yu's thinking also included some new considerations compared to Zhu Ming's previous approach—for example, Lin Yu had previously been committed to minimizing the impact of rumors, but given the current situation, he chose to acquiesce.

"If you, Boss Fang Qing, still have the energy left after helping 'Ren-o'..."

Fang Qing sighed: "I would like to look after 'Director' for you, but... I can't enter the 'Trial Grounds'. That's a place where 'Order' rewards those who make meritorious contributions and unleashes their own potential. If I, the leader of the 'Freedom Alliance,' could easily sneak in... then 'Order' would have been finished long ago... or at least there would be a serious talent gap and a lack of successors."

"Even without considering the element of 'order,' my actions in the God Realm are far from free. Moreover, in the God Realm, the strength of a 'fourth-order' is definitely not something that can be considered as being able to do whatever one wants."

"But I will still help him as much as I can—within my ability."

Lin Yu looked at Fang Qing and solemnly nodded and bowed.

"Grateful."