Chapter 1: Incoming Call
Boss: "Our game rules are very fair. Players can freely exit at any time without affecting the rewards that have already been credited. However, it should be noted that once a player voluntarily requests to exit, they will no longer have the opportunity to rejoin."
Muzi's Preface: "In that case, does it mean that all the remuneration already received must be returned, and even compensation for breach of contract must be paid?"
As a mystery novel enthusiast, he was originally a person skilled in thinking and analysis. However, unfortunately, the boss's cool and melodious voice, along with the money that was easily earned in his account, would occasionally interrupt his thoughts, causing him to become lightheaded and unable to concentrate.
With this thought in mind, Mu Zixu took a deep breath and finally pressed the callback button
Boss: "0. This is the preparatory work for the new task"
Muzi Xu: "So, can we meet and sign a labor agreement or something similar?"
He hurriedly answered the call, his tone barely concealing his excitement: "Boss, is there a new task?"
Transformed into a young man with bright eyes, moving swiftly and gracefully.
Muzi hesitated for a few seconds, slowly tidying up his laptop.
The young man hurriedly walked to a seat by the window, greeting the waiter while eagerly taking out his laptop from the computer bag he was carrying.
Your code name from now on is Muzi
The boss answered very quickly; as soon as the call was dialed, that clear and melodious voice had already sounded
A person's life can change in just a fraction of a second
The sunglasses covered most of the face, while a slender bamboo pole cautiously probed the ground in front, resembling a soldier equipped with a mine detector exploring a minefield
The phone call was disconnected, and Mu Zixu strode confidently and spiritedly towards the nearby one-yuan and two-yuan store
For him, a struggling writer barely making ends meet, an annual salary of 100,000 is an incredibly enticing figure
You may call me—Boss
Boss: "I only said to have you take it away"
Boss: "Whatever!"
At this moment, Muzi Xu would not have imagined that his seemingly trivial action of pressing the callback button would completely alter the course of his life
Muzi looked at the coffee cup in front of him in surprise: "You... you want me to steal something?!"
The girl was clearly taken aback and did not speak
Muzi Sequence: "Alright... What are the requirements for the game? Or rather, what are the rules?"
The other party actually revealed their exact financial situation, and even the digits after the decimal point were precise to the last detail
Boss: "No."
Boss: "I am everywhere, yet you will not find me"
Boss
I believe! "Muzi Xu shouted frantically. "But at least tell me, who the hell are you?! Is that deceased person..."
Are you ready to accept the second task
However, the other party did not pay attention to his question, but instead continued to speak to themselves: "Your recent hobby for the past few days has been pretending to be blind and wandering the streets, with the aim of finding inspiration for the book you are currently writing. You just saw a girl named Mei Yu in the car, and if I am not mistaken, you are now planning to include her in your book, right?"
With the appearance of blind young people, the crowd in front of the bus stop cast sympathetic and pitying glances.
This ... ...
Who exactly are you? How do you know that someone will die?
What a wonderful thing ... ... ?
Start by offering some benefits, then gradually entice oneself into falling for it, and finally ... ...
Thank you. The young man turned his head, revealing a grateful smile
"Could you tell me your name?" The blind young man asked the girl as he took his seat with her assistance, tilting his head towards her.
What exactly is the situation
I am completely transparent in front of the other person, yet I do not even know her identity
Boss: "Yes. But I have a suggestion: start exercising more from today onwards"
Muzi's Preface: "What exactly do you want? What do you intend to do?"
The vehicle has arrived
She has gone to great lengths to understand herself, and she should have known long ago that she is a penniless person with no resources to exploit. Why did she still choose herself?
Indeed, his account has increased by three hundred yuan again
After hesitating for less than a minute, he finally retrieved the phone number of the person who had just claimed to be the boss
A young girl approached the nearest young man and gently placed her hand on his shoulder, saying, "Let me help you get into the car."
Only when he was certain that the people in the café had discovered the missing cup and could no longer catch up with him did he let out a deep sigh of relief
That is from the bank, showing that he has indeed just received an income of 100 yuan!
Boss: "Answer this call and listen to my basic task introduction. This is essentially an entry-level task, and of course, you can also consider it as a security deposit for my hiring you... Alright, if you feel interested in joining the game, please call back as soon as possible"
Then, amidst the alluring aroma of coffee, he fervently danced his ten fingers across the keyboard
He deliberately took a close look at the phone number, which displayed a completely unfamiliar mobile number
Are there any other players?
After stepping out of the café in a state of fear and trepidation, Mu Zixu didn't even have time to glance at the deceased on the car roof before he took off running frantically.
Then, he disguised his actions by sipping coffee, cautiously observing his surroundings once more. After confirming that no one was paying attention, he quickly finished the coffee, casually stuffed the cup into his shoulder bag, and walked briskly towards the cash register
The melodious sound emanating from the phone penetrated the eardrum, akin to a refreshing spring bathing the heart, instantly invigorating the young man and dissipating much of his anger
Just when I was feeling excited, the phone rang again
What a pity, at such a young age...
Before the voice of Muzi's hesitant words had landed, a massive shadow descended from the sky, crashing heavily onto the car parked in front of the window. Following the dull thud, all the surrounding vehicles erupted into a cacophony of anxious alarms.
It is just a nickname
Muzi Xu observed his surroundings and rummaged through his deflated wallet, which contained a few dozen yuan. However, given his inability to pay the rent, he truly did not want to spend any more money on buying a cup
Just as he was deeply engrossed in writing, a sharp and piercing ringtone suddenly rang out, interrupting his writing enthusiasm at the most inopportune moment
The other party ignored his insults and continued speaking: "Your phone is a Nokia 1100, which accidentally fell out of the window three days ago and shattered. Now it is wrapped in clear tape. You are currently sitting at a window seat on the first floor of the Tri-Leaf Café, seat number 306, and you ordered a cup of Blue Mountain coffee, which must be cold by now..." You are currently sitting at a window seat on the first floor of the Tri-Leaf Café, seat number 306, and you ordered a cup of Blue Mountain coffee, which must be cold by now...
Ding ding ding, ding ding ding
Only after the bus had driven far away did he turn around and walk forward, removing his sunglasses as he walked, and casually tossing them along with the bamboo pole into the trash bin by the roadside
The bus came to a slow stop, with no one crowding. Everyone waited quietly until a girl helped a blind young man board, after which the people behind him orderly got on the bus one by one
Perhaps
Boss: "This is to prepare you for successfully completing tasks in the future. You are currently too weak, and your mental resilience is surprisingly poor. Only by improving your physical strength, enhancing your energy, and bettering your psychological endurance can you accomplish more tasks and earn more rewards. Isn't that right?"
At this moment, the young man had already answered the phone and impatiently shouted, "Who is this?! Don't you know I am..."
Boss: "First of all, congratulations, your first task has been completed, and you have earned a reward of 100 yuan."
Muzi's Preface: "But I would like to confirm, what kind of games will you have me play? I would like to state in advance that acts of murder and arson are illegal and criminal..."
He ran downstairs to buy a case of beer, celebrating by drinking alone, until he collapsed on the bed and fell into a deep sleep after more than ten-thirty
He hurriedly opened it and was instantly dumbfounded
From the perspective of the wooden character, it is quite clear that the deceased was a corpulent individual. The immense force of the fall from a height has completely flattened the roof of the vehicle.
So captivating, Mei Yu... it's you, my leading lady
"Perfume" Muzi Xu looked puzzled and asked: "What perfume?"
This was the first time Mu Zixu had ever stolen something, and his palms were sweating with nervousness. However, due to the chaos outside the window, where most people had rushed out to see the dead, no one noticed his actions, which made his theft go smoothly.
He placed the wallet back into his pocket and cautiously asked, "If I take the cup, does that count as completing the second task?"
Boss: "The coffee cup in front of you is very beautiful, take it with you"
The guests who had originally been drawn over by the loud shouts now turned their gazes away, no longer daring to meet Mu Zixu's eyes
Is it a prank
If the monthly income is 10,000
He could hardly believe it and called to verify once again; it was absolutely true, there was indeed an additional one hundred yuan in the account
Moreover, if one realizes that something is amiss, one can simply hang up the phone and withdraw completely
When the young man took out his phone from his pocket, these people felt not only disgust but also a hint of shock
In the end, he simply stopped thinking about it; essentially, he is a person who is somewhat easygoing and adaptable.
However, she is currently destitute and has nothing to her name. Even if the other party is a fraud, what else can they possibly deceive her out of, apart from her own life?
Isn't that an annual salary of 100,000?
The crowd instinctively made way, allowing the young man to reach the most convenient position to board the vehicle
Stop! ! ! Muzi Xu could not help but shout. "Who the hell are you?!"
After the boss finished speaking, the phone was hung up
This is precisely the aspect that left Mu Zixu feeling incredulous and in a state of panic
An hour later, the blind young man got off the bus and stood by the roadside, gratefully waving his hand in thanks
"No need to look for me, you cannot see me." The other party seemed to know that Mu Zixu had already lost patience, and finally ceased to reveal more, speaking in a calm and light manner. "Now, please prepare yourself mentally, for something wonderful is about to happen before you."
Completely agree
Muzi's Preface: "Game? What game?"
Moreover, earning so much money through the form of completing levels in games is simply N times more enjoyable than writing code
It is quite perplexing that the other party immediately began to speak authoritatively about their own privacy as soon as they opened their mouth
Why does he spend money like water to engage in these peculiar activities
Muzi casually let out a sound of acknowledgment, while internally feeling a surge of excitement
The wooden child sequence leaves some bewildered like a monk who cannot grasp the situation: "Code?"
After saying this, the phone was hung up, leaving only the beeping busy tone in the receiver
A pale-faced young man slowly walked along the tactile paving.
The other party continued to ignore him and said: "Although you are dedicated to writing, this does not change your dire situation. Last month, after tax deductions, your manuscript fee amounted to 1,334.52 yuan. After a month of frugal living, your current available balance on the card is 250.28 yuan. Furthermore, in the past few days, you are facing the possibility of not being able to pay the rent and could be evicted by the landlord at any moment..."
The bustling streets, the incessant flow of vehicles, and the crowded bus stop.
After a few seconds of catching his breath, he suddenly thought of something and hurriedly took out his phone to check
This miraculous transformation left a little boy, who was waiting for a bus with his mother nearby, utterly astonished
A cup of coffee, thank you
Muzi's Preface: "What kind of game is this? You can't possibly be the leader of a cult, can you?"
The sound of exclamations erupted, and the surrounding crowd quickly gathered around.
Muzi's Preface: "What is the task?"
So now, I say that I am fully aware of you and everything around you, do you believe it
Muzi's Preface: "May I ask if your tasks are released on a long-term basis or if they occur occasionally? In simple terms, how much can I earn in a month? How long can this game last?"
Boss: "Yes, or you can call it a game ID. In any case, I will call you Muzi from now on. When you respond, doesn't that indicate that you have thought it through and are ready to continue the game?"
Of course, at the same time, it also attracted the attention of others in the café, with almost every face displaying a look of disdain
Muzi Preface: "Ah?"
You... wait a minute!" He couldn't help but shout, once again drawing the attention of everyone around. "Who exactly are you?! Why are you investigating my background?"
I want to remember everyone who has helped me as much as possible. I want to remember your names, the young man said
What kind of person is the boss
It turns out to be a person
"Are you following me?" Upon hearing this, Mu Zixu immediately became alert
Muzi Preface: "Is it gone?"
Muzi Xu tightly gripped his phone, feeling as if all his brain cells were intensely expanding, and his breathing became rapid.
"300 bucks?" Mu Zixu nearly spat out the coffee he had just swallowed. "You must be referring to Japanese yen, right?"
Muzi Preface: "Compensation ... ... ? "
Just as Mu Zixu was bewildered, a cold voice once again echoed in his ears, and only then did he realize that the call had never been disconnected
Boss: "It's gone."
Why would the person who can pick up this golden rice bowl be oneself
Muzi's preface: "Are there no other restrictions? Can I buy the expensive lady that costs ten yuan a bottle?"
The girl suddenly realized and smiled sweetly, saying: "My name is Mei Yu, with 'Mei' meaning eyebrow and 'Yu' meaning spring rain"
"Meiyu... what a beautiful name." The young man repeated the girl's fragrant name, expressing his heartfelt admiration.
If they were merely shocked by Mu Zixu's phone just moments ago, now they are utterly terrified by Mu Zixu as a whole.
Boss: "If you feel that you are unable to perform or do not wish to continue, you can exit the game at any time"
Muzi's Preface: "Alright... you just said that this is the last task for today? So, does that mean once I buy the perfume, there will be nothing else to do today?"
It was not until Mu Zixu returned to his own doghouse and exhaustedly threw himself onto the bed that he finally awakened from his excitement and began to contemplate these issues
Boss: "Rule 1, complete the tasks I assign within the specified time, and there is only one opportunity; failure is not permitted. The difficulty and complexity of the tasks are proportional to the level of remuneration. Rule 2, this work must be kept absolutely confidential; you are not allowed to disclose it to anyone. If you do, you will find the consequences to be very serious. Rule 3, do not question anything about me."
The fat man outside, who thought he could continue to live freely and comfortably, unknowingly had his fate rewritten. His greed led his life to an early end. Don't you think this is quite a marvelous thing?
Is there really such a good thing in the world
Boss: "Yes. Completing this task will earn a reward of 300 yuan"
... ...
What should be done if it is a professional con artist
At this moment, Mu Zixu was completely unconcerned about others' opinions of him. The person on the other end of the phone spoke a great deal of seemingly disorganized words, yet each sentence hit the mark with remarkable precision
He scanned all the people around him with his phone, searching for those who were watching him
However, as soon as he shouted these few words, he was interrupted by a clear yet melodious female voice
Boss: "It can bring you substantial income, and is filled with endless challenges and stimulating games. Simply complete the game tasks we publish as required, and you will receive valuable rewards"
The young man playfully winked at the little boy, turned around with a light step, and walked into a café by the roadside
The boss: "I am checking on you to understand you, and then I can decide whether you are qualified to participate in the game"
All remuneration is calculated in Renminbi
Boss: "According to the experiences of other players, the usual monthly income is at least 10,000 or more. Unless there are special circumstances, the game will never end"
With this thought in mind, Mu Zixu quickly searched through his memories for information about acquaintances while feigning a playful smile and asking, "The girl has a nice voice; she could be a voice actor! Who is the bastard so impressive that he could invite such a talented person to play a prank?"
Boss: "Of course. This is a multiplayer game"
The boss, as always, was succinct: "Go buy a bottle of perfume"
Muzi Preface: "Fitness?"
Muzi Xu, male, originally from Binzhou, Shandong, was born on August 8, 1988, at 3:30 PM in the Second People's Hospital of Binbei Town. At birth, he weighed 4.12 kilograms and measured 60.3 centimeters in height. He is currently a web writer, using the pen name "Vegetarianism," and is in the process of writing a novel titled "The Thief of Secrets"
Muzi was holding the phone, and before he could react, the text message alert had already sounded
Bang
Boss: "It doesn't matter. The bigger the bottle, the stronger the flavor, the better!"
At this moment, the boss continued to speak, maintaining an unwavering calmness, with a voice that was as cold and melodious as ever
Where are you? Mu Zixu frantically tugged at his hair, continuing to search around.
No wonder the ringtone is so high-end and elegant; this phone truly is extraordinary and out of the ordinary
There are many people around Muzi who know him, but there is absolutely no one who understands him as comprehensively and thoroughly, who knows him better than he knows himself
Moreover, it is certainly an acquaintance who knows oneself very well
While waiting for the computer to start, he rubbed his fists together, and his eyes sparkled with ambitious determination