Livestreaming: I am retarded, but selected to join the analoghorror game?!
Chapter 50 - 48: The Feast Begins

Chapter 50: Chapter 48: The Feast Begins

Tonight it was only about confirming identities; there was no need to do anything else.

So, after a brief chat with Sheraya, Xiao Yi headed back to his own cabin to resume his sleep.

Sheraya had mentioned maybe taking a walk through the village tonight to understand the specific situation, but a yawning Xiao Yi rejected the idea.

Xiao Yi said that the village was so small that a bit more observation in the daylight would clarify things, and besides... he wanted to keep sleeping.

And with that, the night passed.

The next morning, everyone woke up at the same moment.

Xiao Yi also awoke once more, and upon seeing the day had broken, he let out a contented yawn.

It was strangely easy to fall asleep in this village, and to sleep so satisfactorily at that, which made Xiao Yi consider staying a few more days.

After getting up and washing his face with water, Xiao Yi was ready to leave the cabin.

According to the plan from yesterday, after waking up he would head to the dining hall to have breakfast and also prepare for something.

Just as Xiao Yi stepped outside, he happened to run into Sheraya.

"Good morning," Xiao Yi greeted him. "Did you sleep well after you went back last night?"

"Good morning," Sheraya replied with a smile. "Of course, I slept very well, as if a mysterious force induced my slumber."

But then, Sheraya leaned in closer to Xiao Yi, lowering his voice and said:

"However, don’t mention last night’s matter to anyone. We should also not bring up the fact that we can wake up at night in front of others."

"Eh? Why not?"

"Our private meeting at night absolutely cannot be known by others. It’s a secret just between the two of us."

The livestream audience could hear their whispers, but they were also bewildered by it.

Dragon Country People: "A secret just between the two of you? That statement... it sounds so strange, doesn’t it?"

"?"

Xiao Yi didn’t quite understand Sheraya’s meaning, but it wasn’t good for him to admit his cluelessness, so he nodded in feigned understanding.

"I got it. Since you don’t want others to know, I won’t tell."

"Mm, that’s good."

As they were speaking, they saw Dick and Yuzuki Hibiki also heading in the direction of the dining hall.

Xiao Yi approached to greet the two but suddenly felt that Dick seemed a bit different than usual.

"It’s you." Dick looked at Xiao Yi and suddenly asked sharply, "Xiao Yi, what about your engraving?"

"...Eh? What about it?"

Xiao Yi didn’t understand what Dick meant and was taken aback.

"...!" Sheraya quickly stood in front of Xiao Yi, warily watching Dick, "Dick, what do you mean by that?"

"Nothing," Dick said with a shrug and a smile. "The old lady mentioned yesterday that those with identities like the wolf, the Prophet Guard, and the Tomb Guardian would see engravings. I was just curious, that’s all."

"Then you should also know that it’s not wise to reveal one’s identity carelessly to those whose allegiances are unknown."

"Of course, I know that. That’s why it was just a curious question."

Dick didn’t say anything more and turned to leave, with Yuzuki Hibiki quickly following him.

"...Truly, one cannot be careless for even a moment," Sheraya murmured, staring intently at Dick’s retreating figure.

"What’s the situation?" Xiao Yi asked, not understanding.

"He was trying to get information out of you, and with such a low tactic at that," Sheraya looked at Xiao Yi. "But Xiao Yi, your response was perfect. You didn’t give away any information about your engraving or whether you have an engraving at all, leaving him with no valuable information. That was really impressive!"

Xiao Yi: "?"

Although unclear about what happened, being praised still felt good.

The Dragon Country People watching the scene in the livestream felt a sense of gravity.

Through the livestream, they learned that Dick possessed no special abilities and was merely a regular person.

But that didn’t mean Dick wasn’t a threat.

Clearly, Dick had set his sights on Xiao Yi. With his ability, if he wanted to vote Xiao Yi to death, he could easily do so.

And moreover, Xiao Yi was indeed a wolf; their roles were inherently opposing.

Although safe for now, it was still unknown what kind of offensive Dick might launch next...

...

After arriving at the canteen, Xiao Yi was about to have breakfast, but he frowned upon seeing the portion laid out in front of him.

Xiao Yi looked at the chef. "Hey, chef, isn’t this a bit too little?"

This problem was the same for the others, but only he dared to speak up.

"That’s all there is, take it or leave it," the chef replied without even glancing at Xiao Yi.

"Honey..." Yun Sha timidly advised, "They’re guests after all, and they are here because of some misfortune, so..."

But before Yun Sha could finish, the chef slammed the table with force and roared at her, "You have no place to speak!"

Such a loud noise silenced the entire canteen for a moment.

Yun Sha could only offer an apologetic look to Xiao Yi, then lowered her head in silence. Iron Brother, who was listening by the side, furrowed his brows but still held back and said nothing.

"Here, you can have mine," the grandmother said, pushing her own portion toward Xiao Yi.

"Eh? But..."

"It’s alright, it’s alright," the grandmother said with a kind smile, "Young people should eat more. I don’t usually eat much, and I want even less now."

"But, surely you must eat something?"

Just then, Xi Yun looked at the chef and said, "Dad, there are more people eating meals than usual, so it makes sense to prepare a bit more... Please."

...

The chef scratched his bald head and nodded, "I get it, since Xi Yun you say so."

After that, the chef stood up and went into the kitchen, and thus the problem was resolved.

Xiao Yi turned to Xi Yun, "Thanks."

"It’s nothing," Xi Yun replied with a smile.

But within a second of making eye contact with Xi Yun, Xiao Yi felt a strong, murderous gaze upon him.

Without a doubt, it was Ah Yi.

"Hey! I’m asking you," Ah Yi bared his teeth as he approached Xiao Yi, "What did you and Xi Yun do yesterday?"

"What do you mean?" Xiao Yi answered honestly, "We just cleaned up a bit."

"Damn it!" Yet, just that was enough to make Ah Yi roar with anger, "Even I’ve never had such good fortune, so why does this punk get it all as soon as he arrives! Ugh! I really want to kill you!"

...

"Ah Yi." At this moment, a calm, yet frightening voice came from Xi Yun.

"Don’t say such things carelessly, especially at this time! Do you want to die?"

...!

This was the first time Ah Yi had seen Xi Yun so angry; he immediately knelt down, "I’m sorry, Xi Yun."

"No, you don’t have to kneel and apologize, do you?" Xi Yun was somewhat exasperated.

Yuzuki Hibiki was also shocked. Isn’t that my special skill? When did this brute learn to steal it from me!?

...

After night falls, everyone will be forced into sleep, so the Feast takes place at midday.

As soon as everyone had taken their seats in the ceremony hall, Dick couldn’t wait to start speaking.

"Ladies and gentlemen, after pondering yesterday, I’ve come to a conclusion. May I share it with you?"

Even though people were puzzled, they were willing to listen to what Dick had to say, considering he was a Professor.

It was then that Dick said gravely, "The conclusion is actually quite simple. From a probabilistic standpoint, only when the number of people is reduced can we genuinely settle our score with the wolves."

Hearing this, everyone’s faces grew somber.

It was as if he was saying, we must have deaths to find the wolf.

But no one objected, for this was the reality.

Dick continued, "Rule nine: humans cannot directly kill wolves, other than through voting for execution. We have no other means to deal with them. Therefore, we cannot waste any chance to vote for execution!"

"Unfortunately, today is only the first day of the Feast, and the wolves haven’t killed anyone yet, so we have no clues. But even so, we cannot waste this rare opportunity. Therefore, I suggest... why not sacrifice someone who isn’t very useful in advancing the Feast? After all, the fewer people there are, the quicker we can find the wolves."

Upon hearing Dick’s proposal, everyone was shocked! Sheraya was so startled that she clenched her fists because she had guessed what Dick was going to say next!

Dick looked at Xiao Yi and began to smile.

His smile was strange, like the sharp edge of a knife gleaming in the sunlight – Coldblooded and cruel, it sent shivers down the spine.

"So, for the good of us all, can you make a small sacrifice? Xiao Yi..."