The world has turned into Hell's Game, why should I stay human?
Chapter 477 - 385: Either Explode Under Pressure or Become Distorted Under Pressure

Chapter 477: Chapter 385: Either Explode Under Pressure or Become Distorted Under Pressure

"Right, what your department head said isn’t incorrect. When you see other people from the Servicing Department, it’s best not to chat with them, just nod in acknowledgment."

Yaoji hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"Understood."

Liu Zheng nodded.

From his experience, the Servicing Department seemed to be the most dangerous department at the Hundred Ghosts Bathhouse.

As the saying goes, either you explode under pressure, or you turn bizarre.

And most people unable to bear the pressure don’t have the courage to vent at customers or leaders, but they do have and often use the courage to vent at colleagues and family.

"Alright, I’m off to get busy, you go on your way too."

Yaoji waved and walked deeper into the corridor with a human skin.

Liu Zheng looked at the intestines on the ground, thought about it, and still decided to put them into the Legendary Takeout Box.

Although White Feather Chicken might not accept them, they don’t take up much space anyway.

And that pajama boy likes this sort of thing, right? Maybe he could sell it to him if they happen to meet.

Liu Zheng watched Yaoji disappear into the darkness at the end of the corridor, then turned to walk in the opposite direction.

This time, he ignored the movements on either side, and perhaps the guests in the Paper Houses learned their lesson from that intestine, as no one tried to provoke him.

Standing before three elevators once again, Liu Zheng fell into thought.

Logically speaking, he should continue to take the same elevator as Samurai Yifa.

But after interacting with Samurai Yifa, he became quite interested in the other two elevators, especially the women’s elevator.

The allure of getting lucky was just too tempting, and with Liu Zheng’s current abilities and connections, he dared not imagine the scale of events he could pull off.

The old man’s elevator was also an option; it just involved playing business chess, something he had lots of experience in.

Accompanying Niu Ma was essentially revisiting an old practice; during his college days, Liu Zheng used to earn leave permits by playing chess with his counselor.

However, he didn’t really feel the joy right now.

Liu Zheng was always emotionally stable, his mood always oscillating between weary and nihilistic.

The number of joyful moments in his life was probably about the same as the times he broke even in scratch-off lottery.

As for how many times Liu Zheng has actually broken even in the lottery...

Don’t ask about it, whoever asks dies.

As for sad emotions, he had some.

Himself in reality, others in Metropolis, there were always things worth his sadness.

"Forget it, I’ll pick you next time."

Liu Zheng looked at the crying woman, then walked toward the angry man’s elevator.

"Heavenly Sound Killing Style·Silk Thread Frenzy!"

Right upon the encounter, Samurai Yifa attacked him with a slash.

Sword Energy transformed into numerous silk threads slicing towards Liu Zheng, accompanied by the ethereal and pure sound of music in his ears.

"Takeout Sword Technique·Random Hacking!"

Even though it was just a formality, he still symbolically resisted.

Being undercover calls for professionalism; it’s too much if you don’t even pretend.

Slaughter Knife and Boning Knife swung in front of Liu Zheng, casting light from their slashes. Although they lacked any systematic technique, their quick hand speed formed a defensive net.

"Pop! Pop! Pop!"

The sound of snapping strings continuously echoed, and real damage was remarkably effective against things that lie between tangible and intangible.

Snapped Sword Energy Silk Threads whisked past his head, only taking a few strands of hair with them.

But his lower body, which wasn’t well protected, suffered badly, getting sliced up into a bloody mess by the Sword Energy net.

This was the result even with Samurai Yifa holding back; had he not, Liu Zheng might have been reduced to pieces of flesh.

This also highlighted one of Liu Zheng’s biggest weaknesses—insufficient defensive capabilities.

"Blood and Flesh Rebirth" is nearly invincible in prolonged battles, but isn’t much use in explosive fights.

The many fights he’s won, "Blood and Flesh Rebirth" was just a tactical base; what truly clinched his victories was the real damage from Legendary Armor and various miraculous tools.

Of course, this might sound a bit like bragging.

After all, for Liu Zheng, a newbie who hasn’t even completed the beginner instance, to possess such strength and records is downright terrifying for other players.

"How’s that little girl?"

After the formalities, Liu Zheng asked.

"She successfully passed, of course. That child’s mental fortitude is far stronger than it appears; even if I hadn’t held back, she would have made it through," Samurai Yifa responded.

"That impressive? Well, sure."

He nodded slightly.

Xiao Wan’s performance might seem poor, but in reality, she did everything that was necessary.

"If my wife and children could be revived in the future, I indeed intend to take her as my disciple to bring some life to our home," Samurai Yifa contemplated.

"I think you’re not looking for a disciple, but rather a daughter-in-law," Liu Zheng pointed out sharply.

"If she’s willing, there is no objection," Samurai Yifa responded candidly.

The way of the hero is to travel thousands of miles and eliminate myriad evil.

Even if his wife and children are resurrected, he cannot stay with them for long.

Samurai Yifa had evaluated Xiao Wan’s potential, and she could be a good swordswoman.

Even if she might not surpass her teacher, staying at home to protect his wife and children would be an ideal arrangement.

Of course, all these plans hinge on whether Liu Zheng can really save his wife and children.

If not, then Samurai Yifa would continue operating the elevator, and there would be no need to take disciples.

"Feels like I’ve been matchmaking all day," Liu Zheng muttered.

But even so, as Samurai Yifa also said, even if he hadn’t gone easy, Xiao Wan would still have passed the test.