227: Chapter 227's script is already written.

"This... cannot be rushed."

Chen You looked at the three pairs of eyes before him, filled with "desire."

It was a gaze mixed with greed and fanaticism, as if they wanted to devour him whole, to squeeze out every last bit of his value.

Chen You's heart pounded, but on the surface, he maintained the demeanor of a master, looking as if his "body had been hollowed out."

"The Way of Fortune emphasizes balance between gain and loss."

"Having expended too much today, forcing it again may lead to a backlash."

He spouted nonsense with a straight face, while secretly planning his escape.

Salos was clearly a bit anxious.

He took a step forward, his burly physique exuding immense pressure. "Then, Brother Chen, give us a definite answer. Tomorrow? The day after?"

"It depends on heaven's will."

Chen You put on the act of a charlatan, uttering three profound words.

After speaking, he looked up at the sky above the castle.

Just now, he thought he saw a golden light flash by.

Vaguely, it was the image of a chubby old man in a red robe and official's hat, winking and smiling at him.

Was it an illusion?

This damned game is getting more and more outrageous.

Chen You shook his head, no longer paying attention to the three eager individuals, and simply waved his hand at them.

"Today ends here. I'll be taking my leave first."

Before his voice faded, he had already transformed into a white light and vanished, leaving behind the three top-tier powerhouses looking at each other in bewilderment.

"This..." Oro frowned. "He just left?"

Arrow of the Moon, meanwhile, was carefully savoring Chen You's words. "It seems that these mythical dungeons really can't be cleared whenever one wishes."

"Damn it!" Salos punched the ground, letting out a muffled thud. "Next time! Next time, no matter what, I can't miss it!"

All three had made up their minds: they would definitely cling to this powerful figure known as the immortal path pioneer!

...

Qinling, White Jade Capital Command Center.

Director Li Guoan and the others had not yet left, discussing some future work arrangements.

Chen You's figure reappeared at the doorway.

Director Li Guoan and the experts immediately gathered around him when they saw him emerge.

"Another accident?"

It felt like less than half an hour had passed since the last meeting ended, right?

Chen You rubbed his temples and reported his experiences in the game in detail.

When they heard that Chen You had caused the dungeon BOSS to mutate and drop a mythical blueprint with just one firework, the entire command center fell into an eerie silence.

Sun Feng, the Data Analysis Team Leader, adjusted his glasses, his gaze behind the lenses full of bewilderment.

"This... this doesn't conform to data logic."

Academician Qian Zhonghua, the materials expert, muttered to himself, "A firework... can leverage the rules of heaven and earth? Were there any special elements added to the materials?"

"Old Qian, this is metaphysics, metaphysics!"

tactical team leader Zhang Yunhai said with a wry smile, "What we're discussing now isn't science at all!"

Director Li Guoan's face was grim, clearly deep in thought.

After a long while, he spoke, "The Elf God Clan behind Arrow of the Moon currently shows no obvious hostility towards us; they even have intentions of winning us over."

"We can take her to clear dungeons more often to establish deeper connections."

He glanced at Zhang Yunhai.

The latter understood and continued:

"As for the Titan Temple and Shadow of Roman... their attitude is too arrogant, and they are very aggressive."

"We should keep our distance and not let them gain an advantage for free."

This was the safest plan.

Unite those who can be united, isolate potential enemies.

However, Pan Yu, the Social Relations Expert, gently shook her head at this moment.

The words spoken by this gentle and intellectual middle-aged woman caused everyone to be stunned.

"Director Li, I actually think the opposite."

"Not only should we bring them, but we should bring them all together."

Zhang Yunhai couldn't help but retort.

"Professor Pan, this is too risky! What if they figure out Comrade Chen You's trump cards, or even unite against us?"

"They won't figure it out."

Pan Yu's smile exuded confidence that she could see into people's hearts.

"Because from the very beginning, Comrade Chen You, in their eyes, was not a normal 'player'."

"World announcements, Destruction Mode, immense wealth, plus this 'metaphysical' event."

"In their minds, Chen You's image has been infinitely deified."

"He represents not an individual, but a mysterious power they cannot comprehend."

"What they see now is just the tip of the iceberg. The more they interact, the more they will imagine the massive body beneath the iceberg."

"Fear stems from the unknown."

Pan Yu paused, then continued, "What we need to do now is not to hide things."

"Instead, we must further strengthen this 'deified' image until it is etched into their minds like a steel stamp!"

"Make them feel that to be our enemy is to be an enemy of destiny!"

Director Li Guoan nodded thoughtfully. "Elaborate."

"It's simple." Pan Yu pushed up her glasses. "Keep them on a leash."

"On a leash?"

"Yes." Pan Yu's lips curled slightly. "Just like now, take them to clear a dungeon only once a day."

"Once?" Zhang Yunhai couldn't help but interject, "Wouldn't that just be giving them equipment for free? What do we get out of it?"

"What we get is their mindset." Pan Yu's voice carried a unique persuasiveness.

"Think about it. Three powerhouses at the pinnacle of the world, waiting for Chen You to 'start the car' every day, like elementary school students waiting for candy."

"If an equipment dropped for Arrow of the Moon today, then what about tomorrow? Won't Salos and Oro be even more eager?"

"Even if nothing drops, Chen You can explain it as 'unlucky today.'"

"Do they believe it? They must believe it! Because they've already believed the most absurd parts."

"We don't need to give them a full set of mythical equipment; that's unrealistic and would make them satisfied."

"We just need to occasionally give them a piece of candy."

Pan Yu's gaze swept over everyone. "Keep them hopeful, looking forward to tomorrow, and maintaining reverence for Chen You, this 'Son of Destiny'."

"Turn the Three Great Guilds into our high-level laborers."

"They pay for equipment; they provide the effort."

"And we, with just a few words, can manipulate them at will."

"What is this called?"

Pan Yu asked with a smile.

Chen You, who had been listening in a daze beside her, subconsciously blurted out, "PUA?"

"Cough!" Pan Yu choked a bit, adjusted her glasses, and said sternly, "This is called the ancient wisdom from the East—Hunger Marketing."

The entire command center fell silent once again.

Everyone began to imagine the unbearable itch that those three arrogant top powerhouses would feel later.

It was too tragic.

Truly.

Being played like a monkey by a Level 22 player, and still eagerly anticipating being played every day.

If this got out, what would happen to the reputation of the Three Great Divine Races?

"I agree with Professor Pan's plan." Director Li Guoan made the final decision.

A knowing smile appeared on his face.

"This matter is settled. Chen You, your next task is to play your role as the 'Son of Destiny' well."

"Remember, be aloof, be mysterious, and keep them guessing."

Chen You grinned.

This task wasn't difficult at all.

"Oh, and you must also secure first place in the event."

Director Li Guoan added, "I'll arrange for another transfer of money to you immediately."