Chapter 2, The First Arrival in a Foreign Land
Current Mission 2: Overlevel Kill: Within ten days, eliminate a being stronger than yourself. This is fundamental to proving the host's value. You must kill at least one martial artist stronger than yourself to activate the system services
In the end, it is merely a bustling scene, with little lingering in the human realm
The familiar melody begins to play, and the fitting lyrics resonate pleasingly.
Originally, my heart was as desolate as death, and life had long lost its hope
Oh?
The young girl, in helplessness, extended a delicate white hand from the window, unexpectedly tossing him a silver ingot
Upon witnessing this scene, Zhuo Junyan was astonished
Zhuo Junyan chuckled softly: "Then you can just say that you have no right to refuse. Alright, I accept."
The short spears soared into the air, shooting like needles, creating a dense array of spears on the ground, blocking the path of the strong man
It is evidently an ancient county town
This time there was finally a response: "Refusal to answer, the host only has the qualification to choose whether to accept."
Zhuo Junyan smiles like a spring breeze, while a person who is fierce and menacing, with a scarred face, is cold and ruthless, showing no mercy in their actions
This is the data from two individuals
Just when the actions are swift and decisive
Looking around, most of the passersby are dressed in tattered clothes, some carrying farming tools such as hoes and sickles on their shoulders. Not far away, an old farmer is leading an old ox, and further in the distance, a large river flows swiftly by.
Amidst this swirling smoke, accompanied by this state of distraction.
The man grasped his throat with his left hand, raised a knife with his right hand, stood firm in a horse stance, and displayed a fierce expression.
Zhuo Junyan's heart is still wandering, filled with astonishment and confusion, ultimately only temporarily suppressed, merely pretending to be untroubled, merely treating it as a spring outing
The young girl was taken aback, a hint of anger appearing on her small face: "I have already answered your question, what does my name have to do with you?"
The coachman's eyes were filled with fear, causing even the young girl to tremble in her heart
What is the ultimate mission
It is very fitting and perfectly aligns with the current mood
In Huai'an County, the coachman was left with no choice and cried out in panic
The girl in the car awakened: "I see now, no wonder you hesitated on the road earlier. It was my coachman who was rude, please forgive me"
Facing a small county town, the city gate tower prominently displays three large traditional Chinese characters: "Huai'an County"
Indeed, it is quite tyrannical
Zhuo Junyan no longer asked questions, released the neck of the coachman, and looked at the young girl: "Thank you, I didn't scare you, did I?"
Calm and composed, as if it were a matter of course, it should be this way
No response
No money
It is a pity that a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere has been marred; although the scenery is beautiful, the people are quite unpleasant
One should not hold too much against a person who has lost their memory: "Thirty days"
The burly man approached like a ghost, coming up behind him, wrapping one arm around and constricting Zhuo Junyan's throat, mirroring Zhuo Junyan's earlier actions towards the coachman
Zhuo Junyan understood: If the opponent is fearful, then one can maintain long-term deterrence
Zhuo Junyan only asked: "How much is one or two taels of silver worth?"
Zhuo Junyan did not know what kind of family the Du family was, nor did he care: "He attacked me just now and needs to be punished"
Deterrence Plus 1
So, have I traveled through time?
With a single stroke, a blood-red arc of light erupted, and the burly man let out a howl as he was sent flying, blood splattering everywhere
Current Mission 4 Self-Improvement: Enhance one's own strength level and receive evaluations, with special rewards granted based on the final evaluation
He was once a promising student in the academy, with a flair for writing. After abandoning his pen to join the military, he was reassigned to protect the young women. However, he encountered a calamity that nearly turned him into a fugitive. Now returning to his old hometown, he can also engage in stand-up comedy.
Crossing through the night in search of the direction of dawn
Understood. The weather is not too cold here, is this the south?
Special rewards are extremely rare, and the distribution standards for this occasion are considered lenient, limited only to those in the probationary period
Compared to them, Zhuo Junyan could be considered as dressed in luxurious garments along with eccentric attire, to the extent that many people, upon passing by, looked at him in astonishment
Departing from the county town
In the central region of the Moon Kingdom, you are quite an odd person with strange questions
Returning to the past consumes your youth
Lunar calendar
Not knowing where to go or what to do, I suddenly heard a cacophony of sounds arise
Zhuo Junyan arrived in a new place and, after calming his emotions, realized that the urgent task was to adapt to the current situation, so he inquired with passersby
Zhuo Junyan's arm remained firm, his tone cold: "I have lost my memory"
He still does not understand the significance of deterrence, but since there are numbers, let it be considered effective
Deterrence value: 0
Not correct
Zhuo Junyan quickly stepped back and raised his hand to block. However, the burly man was incredibly fast, casually sweeping aside Zhuo Junyan's arm, making Zhuo Junyan feel as if he had been struck by an iron rod
In the late winter, the atmosphere is desolate, and the voice is chilling, like ice water poured over the body, causing one to involuntarily shiver
He still wears his original clothes, which makes him stand out from the people here; fortunately, both the suitcase and the backpack are still with him
A scene appears before me
But since this is the case, why has the written language not changed much?
Erasure
On the ancient path by the pavilion, beneath the low city tower
Give money
... ...
The driverless carriage slowly came to a stop ahead.
Deterrence + 3
Is this one or two taels of silver sufficient as compensation
Good!
He is also someone who has trained, but in front of this strong man, he finds himself as fragile as a child
Just as he landed, he clapped his hands on the ground and leaped into the air, but then he saw a group of people chasing from behind simultaneously throw their short spears.
Zhuo Junyan was also unconcerned. He opened his backpack, took out several grenades and magazines, and placed them on his person. He then removed the silencer from his pistol and proceeded towards the county town.
The love that has passed, need not be lingered upon
With this punch, a white tiger-shaped force unexpectedly surged into the air, sending the pursuers behind flying away.
Indeed, the ways of heaven are just and cyclical, thought Zhuo Junyan
Mission of Trial Released
"If you continue like this, he will die." The young girl in the carriage said, her voice clear and melodious like that of a yellow oriole
As for the consequences
Taking advantage of the song, I light another cigarette, unperturbed by surprise, ignoring curiosity, strolling leisurely, walking along while singing, appreciating the charm of this otherworldly scene
Zhuo Junyan finally understood: "So this is not a coincidence... In other words, those people should know... This is not a secret"
Zhuo Junyan wishes that the place is not too vulgar and boorish for passersby, as it can indeed be considered a good destination for mountain excursions and sightseeing
Young girl helplessly: "Du Xuanling, Du family in the south of the city!"
The girl helplessly said: "My coachman earns only two taels of wages a month."
The colorful light startled many people, who hurried towards the river's surface
The young girl was astonished
The coachman was choked to the point of rolling his eyes, while Zhuo Junyan remained expressionless, exuding an overwhelming intent to strangle him to death.
Experiencing this change now, on the contrary, opens the door to a new life
With a resonant voice and a commanding presence, he declared: "If you dare to take another step forward, I will kill him!"
Zhuo Junyan remained indifferent, his voice cold and succinct: "I will not repeat the question again!"
Who are you? It is not important
Ultimate Mission: Confidential. No relevant information will be provided until the host qualifies to complete the ultimate mission
The deterrence value has risen by two points again, but it is not due to the coachman and the young girl, rather it is the nearby passersby who were frightened by this scene
Zhuo Junyan looks at the system
Complete the task to earn 200 points of deterrence value
Looking back, a horse-drawn carriage came rushing towards us
The sky is clear, the azure expanse stretches for miles without a cloud in sight, high-rise buildings are nowhere to be seen, and the sounds of the bustling city are absent, with only the faint wisps of smoke rising in the distance
Zhuo Junyan did not let go, but simply asked: "What is your name?"
What is the lunar calendar
After some thought, I opened a song by Ai Mo
I am the tyrant
Do you not understand human speech? Fool! Zhuo Junyan's voice grew increasingly cold, and the grip around the neck tightened further
When one first enters a foreign world, they are bound to feel lost and helpless, unsure of what to do. It is essential to speak cautiously and act prudently, to clearly understand the situation, in order to avoid making mistakes.
May I ask what place this is
The man carrying the hoe shouted angrily: "What the hell are you asking if you have no money! Get lost!"
Deterrence + 3
Before me lies a verdant landscape, with vast expanses all around and fields of crops in every direction
That suppressed feeling, like the surface of the water brushed by a gentle breeze, occasionally stirs up ripples
The coachman rubbed his neck, climbed onto the carriage with trepidation, and perhaps out of indignation, even glared at Zhuo Junyan before hastily driving away with the horse-drawn carriage
Simply ignoring it, she just drew the curtains and urged the coachman to set off
Zhuo Junyan turned his head to look, and before he could clearly see what was happening, the sound of bells from behind rang out
Current Mission 3: Free Hunt: Freely hunt any opponent stronger than yourself and receive evaluations. Based on the final evaluation, special rewards will be granted
At this moment, a string of lascivious words is casually uttered; although it does not adhere to the tonal patterns and is somewhat forced, the attempt at rhyme is overly contrived. Nevertheless, it can still be considered elegant, infused with a touch of sensuality.
Zhuo Junyan turned to look at the riverbank again, only to find that the colorful light had vanished and there was no longer any movement in the river
Regional Mission: Spread your reputation throughout the entire county, and do not leave this area
On one hand, there is an discomfort with the environment, a sense of novelty; on the other hand, there is a disregard for life, a sense of nonchalance, which creates a significant internal contradiction
There is indeed a considerable amount of sympathy in the language
Everyone stops
The system screen has disappeared
The strong man was also formidable; with a powerful push of his arms, the short spears shattered with a crackling sound
Zhuo Junyan was astonished: "System?"
Zhuo Junyan smiled
In the distance, amidst the crowd being pursued, a long-faced man suddenly leaped up and struck a blow at the burly man who was using the White Tiger Fist technique.
Do you accept the ultimate mission
The man running ahead, upon seeing that someone was catching up from behind, shouted and suddenly turned around to throw a punch.
The whip cracked through the air, producing a sharp sound.
Fall!
Brush! Brush! Brush!
Completing the task will earn you 200 deterrence points, and this type of reward is only available during the trial period
What if I refuse to accept it
The sky is high and the air is fresh, the temperature is just right, presenting a beautiful rural landscape
Perhaps seeing Zhuo Junyan's "extravagant attire," one actually contemplated using Zhuo Junyan as a hostage
Kill me
Am I wearing a garment from a world of cultivation?
The girl was astonished: "What is beep beep?"
The coachman had already been driven to madness, rolling his eyes wildly.
Gazing into the distance, I am deep in thought
Then Zhuo Junyan saw the three large characters below
The 10th day of the twelfth lunar month
The galloping carriage rushed past, throwing the coachman off the vehicle, and the driver fell heavily to the ground, feeling dizzy and disoriented.
Following the sound, one could see in the distance on the street, a man running wildly, pursued by a group of men wielding knives and spears, shouting and chasing, the crowd in an uproar
The curtain was lifted, revealing a charming face, with a complexion like that of a peach blossom and eyes resembling starlight. She was merely a girl of sixteen or seventeen years, adorned with a green phoenix hairpin on her head, which made her appear quite lovely.
Before anyone could react, the strong man suddenly lunged at Zhuo Junyan
New host retrieved
Zhuo Junyan smiled and said: "It is just that I am accustomed to using my fists instead of my mouth; do not imitate women who love to chatter"
The common people wear coarse clothing, carry burdens, and are emaciated with sallow complexions
When the heart becomes narrow, it leads to a narrow path: "A woman speaks more, naturally she has more to say. Chattering endlessly, one word follows another. A man of iron and blood, speaks little and does not chatter. With fists to conquer the world, why waste words!"
The answer is incorrect! Zhuo Junyan tightened the reins around the driver's neck and arms
The young girl looked at Zhuo Junyan in astonishment, her eyes filled with wonder
It is somewhat terrifying to look at this smile.
You are rampant
Zhuo Junyan stood in the middle of the road, feeling lost within himself
It has become worry-free
Is it really like this?
Du Xuanling helplessly said: "He has already been punished, why must you go too far in your bullying?"
Huai'an County
Even the spirit has improved significantly
The ultimate mission is accepted, confirming the identity of the host messenger
Completing ahead of schedule will earn additional rewards
Zhuo Junyan is very satisfied with this number
It is appropriate to deter those in power
The county town is filled with an atmosphere of old and dilapidated structures, with most houses being low-rise, the tallest being no more than three stories. A small river flows through the county town, with stone-paved banks and steps leading down to the water in front of the houses, creating a unique scenic view
The coachman was thrown to the ground, his bones shattered. I never expected this person to be so fierce, instinctively shouting: "Dare you touch me? Do you know who I am?"
The will of heaven is slightly cool in the early spring, and remnants of melting snow can still be seen in the fields
Asking and answering is the right way
So domineering
How many days are there in a month here? Zhuo Junyan asked again
So unreasonable!
The time limit is one hundred days
He lowered his head, and the smoke in his mouth burned towards the arm at his throat
Very good
Zhuo Junyan simply opened his phone, feeling that his habit of downloading songs to listen to was incredibly important at this moment
Zhuo Junyan smiled: "He was unfortunate to encounter me. I am simply too overbearing, what can you do about it?"
The system interface has popped up again
Current Mission 1 Prestige Enhancement: Accumulate three hundred deterrence points within ten days
My heart is sorrowful, my actions are resolute
This scene is reminiscent of the bamboo forest battle in "House of Flying Daggers"
The man rushing to catch the bus clearly had a bad temper, raising his whip at Zhuo Junyan who was standing in the middle of the road: "Get out of the way!"
Which country am I asking about? Which dynasty?
Zhuo Junyan's response was a foot placed on the driver's instep, causing the driver to emit a piercing cry of pain
He does not know whether others are satisfied or not; in any case, he is very satisfied with himself.
Exhaling clouds and mist, standing out like a crane among chickens, a person who is solitary and transcendent.
You cannot initiate the return before completing the regional mission
Zhuo Junyan smiled
He, however, is filled with sorrow yet unafraid of life and death. Since the people here are mercenary and ruthless, he does not mind employing thunderous measures, swiftly cutting through the chaos and clarifying the situation
The young girl on the carriage looked at him deeply and said: "In the 21st year of Jingrong, the 124th year of the Moon Dynasty, in Yancheng, Huai'an County. Who exactly are you, that you do not even know this?"
Du Xuanling's face turned bright red as she exclaimed: "Vulgar!"
Zhuo Junyan sidestepped and deftly seized the hand holding the riding whip
He continued to ask: "What day is it today?"
Zhuo Junyan's arm was already wrapped around the opponent's neck, and he spoke coldly: "Where is this place? I am asking about the city, the country, and if possible, the world! Don't you dare tell me Huai'an County! I can read!"
Who cares
So I indeed did not return to the past, but rather to a parallel-type alternate world
Zhuo Junyan smiled and said, "I don't mind."
The young girl glanced at him deeply and said, "You are quite overbearing; why must you resort to such pretentious words."
As I was deep in thought, I suddenly saw the river in the distance erupting in a flurry of waves, followed by a burst of colorful light shooting into the sky