How to proceed with Chapter 4

"My name is Zheng Chen." After responding, Zheng Chen directly took the rations from the other person's hand. Being able to exchange a name for a portion of food is not a loss.

Moreover, the other party is also very decent in their actions, so let's just say they are decent for now. For instance, when entering here, what they had previously discussed was to have him take the lead, but there is a sense of being unable to speak up.

The unification of the four seas is somewhat awkward, and this game is truly bizarre; I find myself feeling embarrassed in front of an NPC...! ... Well, it must be that this game is just too realistic!

Those players couldn't help but twitch at the corners of their mouths. A distance of three meters may not seem far; with a few strides, one could easily cover it. However, when it comes to jumping...

Do we have so much time to wait? The internal testing is about to end, alright. " He glanced over at Zheng Chen, and lowered his voice slightly, thinking it would be better this way, "I will go share some with him.

Zheng Chen observed several different types, and just from their equipment, there are many distinct classifications that clearly indicate different regions.

Oh? Oh! Yes. After a moment of surprise, Sihai Guiyi took out a bamboo tube filled with water and handed it to Zheng Chen. Zheng Chen, upon receiving the bamboo tube, nodded slightly. The attire of these individuals was not only strange, but even the items they carried were quite peculiar

A gentle breeze swept by, and Zheng Chen turned his gaze towards a dilapidated stone pillar in the distance

The finely crafted provisions are far superior to the food he obtained in the wasteland environment

This allocation clearly indicates the other party's vigilance, a very important position that will not involve the things they need to do. The map he is holding has not yet been seen by Zheng Chen from the front.

Zheng Chen, whose demeanor had returned to normal, nodded and handed back the bamboo tube in his hand. In the wasteland, this bamboo tube was undoubtedly the best configuration for a solitary traveler like him. While food could be scarce, a lack of water would be quite serious

"Friend, names aren't that important, right? I'll treat you to something to eat, what do you think?" With a cheerful smile, she sat down beside Zheng Chen, waved a portion of dry food in front of him, and then spoke.

Found it

The reaction is truly bland. Seeing Zheng Chen's response, Si Hai Gui Yi scratched his head and said, "I have a question; you look quite impressive."

Uh... I always feel it's a bit unkind. The character behind him, Four Seas United, scratched his head and quietly said to his teammate beside him. He still had a good impression of this NPC, who spoke very little.

After hesitating for a moment, Sihai Guiyi handed the bamboo tube in his hand to Zheng Chen, saying, "I won't need this thing anymore, consider it a reward for you to join us in our actions."

Then the vast unknown of that previous unknown NPC is also acceptable, it is simply too abnormal

We all need to eat here, and the NPC surely does as well; it is only right that he has nothing to eat. How about we make a bet to see how long he can last?

Looking again at Zheng Chen, he couldn't help but rub his eyes. The single portion of dry rations had been consumed in less than a minute. Isn't this eating speed a bit too efficient?

The leader player looked at Zheng Chen with a hint of surprise, and after a moment of thought, said, "You have a high level of alertness; please help us observe the surroundings more closely."

The leader glanced at the map and noted that there was still some distance to the hazardous location indicated above

Zheng Chen, who was at the forefront, paused slightly and stopped his steps. The air in the entire passage was not murky due to years of neglect; it should be circulating. Moreover, there were dim light sources in the passage, but he could not find where these light sources came from

Without saying much, Zheng Chen directly followed, glanced at the silent players, slightly curled his lips, and walked at the forefront

Thank you

Zheng Chen, who had stopped, observed the walls on both sides for a moment, turned back to take a glance, and then jumped, stepping on the wall, forcefully crossing a distance of four meters. "Don't step on the ground, come over my way."

Well, quite ordinary. "Sihai Guiyi" scratched his head, looking at Zheng Chen for a while longer, but still couldn't discern anything, feeling a bit frustrated. He already knew the other party's name, so why was he still unable to see anything familiar about him?

A bamboo tube for holding water does not affect subsequent matters, and after the internal testing concludes, the data of these internal testers will be deleted... These items will surely disappear as well, since they are ultimately things that cannot be retained. With a mindset of not wasting, it is not a pity to give them to the NPC in front of me.

How did you come here

Regarding security, this game has received guarantees and authorization from the United Government, so there is no need to worry about the leakage of personal information

"Alright," Zheng Chen replied

"Let's go, time is limited, we need to speed up!" The leading player called out to the others, glanced at Zheng Chen, and then looked at the map in his hand, which marked many dangerous locations.

"Just an NPC..." a player behind the unification of the four seas said softly, "But this NPC has quite a personality, speaks little but acts a lot."

Having used this thing, Zheng Chen does not doubt its authenticity. Does such a miraculous thing really exist in the world

He signaled to his teammates nearby, and two of the players, including Si Hai Gui Yi, moved to the back row

There is no meaning in deceiving you

Zheng Chen felt a bit regretful for answering the previous question. He cast a faint glance at Si Hai Gui Yi, who was full of interest, and simply said that he did not know, then continued to remain silent

The amount of water in the bamboo tube was unexpectedly abundant. At first, Zheng Chen only intended to drink a small amount, but after taking two sips, the water level surprisingly decreased only slightly.

Having come this far, how could these people possibly feel at ease if one wishes to leave?

He did not lie about this either; he himself does not know how he came here

It is very important. Since Zheng Chen arrived at this place, he has not had a drop of water. Even though he has tried to minimize unnecessary activities to reduce consumption, if this continues, his health will truly be at risk.

"It's gone, it has already left." Zheng Chen shook his head, filled with a sense of doubt. The chilling sensation that had come with the wind just now could not be mistaken.

If there is nothing else, let us hurry and leave, as time is running short said the leader while holding the map in his hand Hurry up, hurry up, there is just over half a day left for the closed beta test

It wouldn't be a pseudonym, would it

"This is why it feels unfair." Sihai Guiyi tugged at the corner of his mouth and walked over to the leader's side, "Boss, why not let him take a look at the map as well? It would be safer that way"

It is very calm ... . ... Aside from the lurking presence that left for an unknown reason just now, there are no abnormalities anywhere else.

Hastily rushing over to take a glance, Zheng Chen looked behind the stone pillar and indeed found faint traces left by a creature that had been lurking. However, how could it have inexplicably departed? Even considering the presence of many people here, it would be more reasonable to observe for a while longer.

Just curious

Now that I know Zheng Chen's name, it is actually of no use, as I still do not understand him.

Responding to a remark, Zheng Chen took the bamboo tube handed over by Si Hai Gui Yi

Arrived at the destination, be careful. The leading player looked around cautiously, observing the surroundings with some vigilance. It was only at this moment that their previously relaxed demeanor revealed the appropriate reaction, yet... it felt somewhat immature, as if they were novices who had just entered the field.

Now it seems to be this kind of bamboo tube, which should be relatively outdated for holding water. Given their equipment, they should have something like a regular water bottle, right

This bamboo tube is quite extraordinary; it can hold half a cubic meter of water. It took me a great deal of effort to acquire this item.

There is not much for Zheng Chen to comment on regarding this; he himself is also self-taught, and much of his experience has been gradually accumulated.

This ... ... '' referred to as the boss made the player a bit hesitant, as he was somewhat concerned that this NPC might be motivated by greed, after all, it was a chance encounter, who knows what he is thinking? '' Why did he stop? ''

Is there water

Zheng Chen slightly moved his head and said, "What do you want me to do"

You should come along too

However

Seeing the confusion on Zheng Chen's face, Sihai Guiyi couldn't help but smile with a hint of pride, as he observed this reaction from the expressionless young man before him... It gave him a sense of accomplishment

It is merely due to the passage of time that the surroundings bear the marks of decay; upon closer inspection, this place should have been a square.

The players searching around suddenly let out a gasp. Zheng Chen turned his head to look, and there was a rather concealed entrance that had not been noticed before... Was it some kind of mechanism?

It does not matter; during the process of surviving in the wasteland, he understood that one should not have too much curiosity about many things, as it can easily lead to trouble. If others do not want him to understand, there is no need for him to pay excessive attention. It is sufficient to focus on his own affairs.

After such a reckless example, no one has attempted anything in this regard again. After all, playing this game requires real-name registration, including the filing of blood type and brainwave information. Once added to the blacklist, there is basically no way to escape.

The player deliberately avoided his gaze

Is there a problem? Upon noticing Zheng Chen's reaction, Si Hai Gui Yi quickly inquired.

After the rest period, the four seas united and they set out again. Not long after, Zheng Chen also noticed some unusual traces on the ground, indicating that there had once been some kind of structure in this place

Now they are discussing these off-topic subjects without receiving any warnings from the system, and the language should have been blocked. That NPC should not have understood at all. Since that is the case, what is there to worry about?

He began to doubt the environment he was in once again

Fortunately, at the moment they hesitated slightly, Zheng Chen had already made his choice

"It's acceptable," Zheng Chen said after a moment of thought. Although there is a significant gap compared to the long-haired girl he encountered previously, dealing with the group known as the Four Seas United is not difficult.

After all, the NPCs in this "game" are truly too "intelligent". Wouldn't it provoke the other party if it is so obvious that they intend to make them cannon fodder?