Chapter 8, Achievement System

The survival of humanity is actually governed by a formula: air, water, sleep, food, safety, activity, social interaction, sexual needs, and self-actualization

As a game planner, Fang Yu had previously encountered a rather unconventional theory regarding human behavior

This need can be a desire for delicious food, a wish for more comfortable sleep, or a longing for companionship

It must be said that, upon reflection, Fang Yu is much more acceptable, and even more enjoyable.

Night

Fang Yu looked at this so-called mask grid, feeling somewhat perplexed; however, the simulator did not provide any explanation

Place the pot over the fire, and Fang Yu poured in a bucket of crushed ice

After adding a few pieces of firewood, Fang Yu peacefully fell asleep in the warm waves of heat

Even if Fang Yu were to split a piece of wood, the jagged surface would bear no resemblance to the realism achievable in a game

Literally speaking, this badge seems almost like a gift given for free

Remove the previously found diced raw beef, thaw it in the pot and cook it thoroughly, then add it to the dough and seasoning packet, cover with a lid, and begin to wait

However, self-needs are ultimately a relatively lower priority condition. At this moment, although Fang Yu has temporarily met the four major conditions, the time is still too short, and he still lacks a sense of security

If a game approaches reality with an infinite sense of realism, is it still just a game?

Fang Yu opened two packets of Master Kong instant noodles that she had gathered, placing them on either side

The sound coming from her stomach made Fang Yu abandon her lingering thoughts.

The domineering aroma of instant noodles gradually spread throughout the room over time, and with the beef cubes cooked to perfection, the enticing scent of beef was even more stimulating, causing Fang Yu to salivate uncontrollably

In order to conserve firewood and maintain warmth, Fang Yu specifically moved in several iron cabinets, surrounding her bed and the flames within them, thus allowing heat to be stored more effectively in the limited space.

This Master Kang, he had eaten last night, and the taste is very similar to that of the Soup Master from his own Ming Dynasty. He suspects that this Master Kang is likely modeled after the Soup Master.

If one cannot accept that this is a virtual world

When social interactions and activities meet certain conditions, the body's reproductive instincts will drive humans to engage in the most fundamental act of procreation—sex

The wood in the office is primarily engineered wood, which, although it burns well, also burns quickly

Goo ... ... Gugu ... ...

Each of these conditions requires the fulfillment of prerequisites before the next condition can be activated

Fang Yu said to herself

In any case, one will naturally come to know later; the immediate priority now should be to fill one's stomach

After waiting for about half a minute until the soup in the pot began to boil, Fang Yu quickly removed the pot from the heat, lifted the lid, scooped a spoonful of hot soup with a ladle, took a few gentle breaths, and then slurped it up with her lips

At this moment, Fang Yu has achieved the four fundamental conditions: the ability to breathe, access to water, availability of food, and the possibility of good sleep

For instance, in the beginning, human survival requires air and water

Below is the introduction to this badge

Fang Yu closed the screen with her mind, and then took out a stainless steel soup pot from the corner of the room

Warmth, food, water

This evening, Fang Yu is in very good spirits

Compared to yesterday, today's situation is simply like two different worlds

Everything in this world is astonishingly real

These thoughts became more frequent after Fang Yu consumed a large pot of noodle soup

Fire is indeed one of the totems of human civilization

Only when the conditions for survival are met will activities arise, leading humans to venture out, socialize, and work

Until the breeding needs are met, what remains can be considered as self-actualization, such as dreams, life ideals, or fantasies

However, looking at the bonfire before her, feeling the pain in her body, and recalling her experiences over the past two days, Fang Yu simply could not admit that this was just a game

As this hot soup went down her throat, Fang Yu felt a sense of happiness that she had not experienced in the previous decades

Coming into this world is to experience the end times, not to live in seclusion. Moreover, the resources here are insufficient for one to survive for a long time.

Fire is the starting point of civilization in human history. In this harsh winter, could it also represent a new hope?

A pattern of a campfire on the surface of the badge, with snowflakes faintly visible above the campfire

One must naturally go out, but the necessary preparations must also be made.

Forget it ~ it doesn't matter ~

Badge Reward: Mask Grid + 1

Therefore, even though he is very eager to go out now, he still restrains his thoughts.

This should be another feature of this simulated world, resembling an achievement system commonly found in games

Scoop up another piece of beef, swallow it in one bite, and the bursting juices explode in the mouth. The beef, having been frozen and then thawed again, still retains a certain tenderness, which brings immense satisfaction to Fang Yu at this moment

On this list, there are circular holes everywhere. In the topmost row, one of the holes is inlaid with a round gray badge.

He wants to see what the outside of this building looks like, to know if there are still living people in this world, and to communicate with the people of this world, and so on

Only after meeting these two conditions can a person restore their spirit through sleep

Whether it is touch, bodily sensation, environment, or movement

This is just a game

A list suddenly appeared before Fang Yu

Fang Yu was startled by the sudden appearance of this scene

Only by consuming food can the functioning of the body be maintained. Therefore, once the four basic conditions of air, water, sleep, and food are met, a self-demand will arise.

Under the scorching flames, the ice quickly melted into water, which then boiled into steam

For every two that are satisfied, the next will develop; for every four that are surplus, a self-demand will arise; for every six that are achieved, one self-demand will be fulfilled

After careful consideration, Fang Yu came to an understanding

Condition to obtain: Successfully ignite the first campfire in the world

The only thing that seems unreal in this world is Fang Yu herself

This game-like prompt suddenly made him realize that this world is actually a simulated world

The sensation of the quilt and the feeling of being wrapped in it, though it has only been two days, gives Fang Yu a sense of having been in a different world.

Fang Yu placed a pile of firewood next to the campfire for easy access when adding more fuel, and then she crawled into the cozy bed she had made for herself

Hope in the Winter

However, Fang Yu thought to herself, what if this world is real after all

After careful consideration, Fang Yu discarded these unnecessary entanglements and began to click on the pattern that had just popped up.

The pot is not large, resembling one specifically designed for cooking instant noodles

A stream of hot soup glided through Fang Yu's mouth for a brief moment before descending into the esophagus, traveling downward as if she had swallowed a ball of fire, reaching her stomach directly

After all, having inherited the knowledge from the beginner's package, it should be quite simple to ignite a fire in this building relying on that knowledge. However, I am unsure what this so-called mask grid is.

With a thought, the badge magnified before my eyes, and a line of large characters unfolded on the badge

Naturally, Fang Yu has now developed a need for activities

Going out to search is an inevitable outcome

This is also one of his gains today, accompanied by a complete set of tableware

Then let us consider this world as the real world, and oneself as a winner with a built-in system that grants advantages.