Chapter 0003: Nightmare-Level Task

The flickering flames became the only source of light in the darkness, standing between the mirror and reality, as if they were a guiding soul lamp, seeking to draw something out from within the mirror

It is decided then; sooner or later, I will have to experience a nightmare-level task.

He looked at the time on the phone screen, and when the minute hand pointed to 4, he turned off the flashlight, lit a candle, and placed it between the mirror and himself

It is easy to say, but difficult to do. After passing through the initial ten minutes, an unexpected occurrence arose

Chen Ge, Chen Ge, Chen Ge ... ...

Waiting for death is more terrifying than death itself. In the silent bathroom, every rustle is magnified, and as time gradually approaches, Chen Ge's heartbeat quickens.

Unable to withstand the off-season, the haunted house is about to be transferred and closed down. Chen Ge is very clear about his current situation; having finally seen a glimmer of hope for change, he is naturally unwilling to miss any opportunity

Confirm acceptance of the nightmare difficulty daily task? After acceptance, there may be a possibility of unknown situations arising

Confirmed

A closed and dark environment is most likely to evoke deep-seated fears within a person. The bathroom, being the place with the heaviest negative energy in the entire house, features seemingly ordinary props such as mirrors, doors, and sinks, which actually serve as powerful psychological triggers in daily life. The designer of this game is very clever; he understands how to exploit the vulnerabilities deep within the human psyche, creating profound terror through a simple setting. Chen Ge possesses a profound understanding of the distinction between suspense and horror, analyzing and learning simultaneously. The designer of this game is very clever; he understands how to exploit the vulnerabilities deep within the human psyche, creating profound terror through a simple setting. Chen Ge possesses a profound understanding of the distinction between suspense and horror, analyzing and learning simultaneously

After all, the prerequisite for the success of the task is that, no matter what happens within half an hour, one must not open their eyes to look.

As he flipped through his phone, Chen Ge became increasingly curious: "Why not give it a try?"

Before long, Chen Ge indeed found some information. Some individuals were plagued by misfortune due to playing this game, while others spoke vaguely, mentioning disfigured faces several times. Even more alarming, some had gone missing from their own homes, suspected to have been dragged into the world within the mirror

"I will be recording the entire process later. If it really is that terrifying, perhaps my haunted house can add a new attraction." He rummaged through drawers in search of candles and a lighter, and by 2 AM, he arrived at the bathroom on the first floor of the haunted house with the prepared items

He checked the battery level of his phone and felt it was necessary to document this historic moment

At around 2 a.m., a person is in a haunted house, lighting candles, closing their eyes, and standing in front of a mirror to play a game. If I were not experiencing this myself, I would never believe that someone would do such a thing. Chen Ge silently recited his own name, striving to prevent himself from indulging in wild thoughts.

The reason for coming to the restroom on the first floor to engage in this game was that Chen Ge had thought it through carefully; in case something terrifying truly appeared during the game, he could directly jump out of the window to escape

The description of the nightmarish task is extremely vague, leaving one completely unclear about what exactly needs to be done, merely imparting a sense of eeriness

In order to avoid such a situation, Chen Ge silently counts to three every time he finishes saying his name, and he does this as a way of measuring time as well

It was still early, at 2:04 AM, and he did not rush to set off; instead, he began to search online for information related to this game.

Sitting up from the bed, Chen Ge pointed to the last task

Looking at the task description, it seems that the objective is to play a game, but can merely playing a game be classified as a nightmare level? In order to complete a task of normal difficulty, he worked for several consecutive hours without rest, barely managing to repair all the dolls within the deadline

After reading the task introduction, Chen Ge felt a bit uneasy: "Is there really another world that ordinary people cannot see?"

To see another world, one needs extraordinary courage, exceptional luck, and a little bit of help. The name of the game below is "You in the Mirror": At 2:04 AM, enter the bathroom alone, lock the bathroom door, turn off the lights, face the mirror, and light a candle between you and the mirror. Then close your eyes, concentrate, and slowly whisper your name.

He slowly lowered his head, closed his eyes, and softly murmured his own name

Each person spoke in such detail and vividly, resembling a ghost story. The more Chen Ge looked, the more curious he became. He himself operated a haunted house, constantly pondering how to scare people and how to provide visitors with a more thrilling experience within a safe range. After reviewing various introductions to this game, he felt as if a new door was opening.

This game is filled with psychological suggestions; the most challenging aspect is not dealing with the so-called ghosts and various legends, but rather restraining oneself. As long as one does not open their eyes, there should be no danger

I believe you are still curious about whether ghosts truly exist in this world, so let's play a little game; the truth will be revealed the moment you open your eyes

In the darkness, anything is possible; perhaps a stranger's face will emerge in the mirror, or a pair of crimson eyes may be lurking in the corner, or blood may seep out from the walls and door cracks. What you must do is remain unmoved, standing quietly in front of the mirror

Constantly reciting one's own name can gradually create a sense of unfamiliarity with that name, much like repeatedly writing a particular Chinese character; in the end, one may not even recognize the character themselves.

After speaking, Chen Ge fixed his phone next to the sink, from this angle he could capture both himself and the mirror opposite him.

In the dead of night, the haunted house was enveloped in silence. A young man, willing to sacrifice anything to save electricity, took a flashlight and a candle, and without much hesitation, locked himself in the narrow, cramped bathroom.

True fear does not require many expensive props; it only needs to amplify the unease deep within the visitor's heart, and they will be defeated by themselves. Chen Ge took a deep breath, activated the camera function on his phone, and said to the screen: "I do not know what consequences this game will bring. If I encounter an accident, I ask the person who finds this phone to pay attention and be sure to preserve this video; it will be a key, a key to unlock the lock of lies."

The phone screen flickered, revealing the true task information

The rewards for nightmare-level tasks are the highest, and besides, I have no confidence in completing the simple and ordinary tasks that have refreshed today; I might as well take a gamble.

Once this thought emerged, it spread uncontrollably in his mind like a vine

The task will automatically succeed in half an hour, provided that during this time, no matter what happens, you must not open your eyes

Playing a horror game alone in a haunted house late at night, just thinking about it feels thrilling

Chen Ge glanced at himself in the mirror and faintly felt something strange: "Has the game started?"

It is 2:01, and there are three minutes left