Chapter 1 Reputation Value.

As he spoke, the young man's fist swung, delivering a heavy blow to the master's frail body like a firecracker shooting into the sky

After studying the card set that claims to encompass all heroes and notable figures from modern, ancient, medieval, and prehistoric times, Zheng Ming discovered that he could exchange for the skills of all the heroic characters depicted on the cards in this world

"May I ask, Master, what is reputation?" The young man said this while staring intently at the old man, his expression suggesting that he wished to extract the answer from the old man right then and there.

This is how he sought out the master to express the troubles that weighed on his heart

Reputation is primarily associated with prominent figures, such as your esteemed father, Lord Zheng Gongxuan, who is the most reputable person in our town. The old man's voice was calm, giving off an air of a transcendent being, yet he later flattered the young man.

The old man's eyes were shining, and he smacked his lips to force his trembling legs, which were slightly cold, to calm down.

The young man pondered for a moment, then an expression of anger appeared on his handsome face: "You are insincere; why are you afraid of me? My reputation does not increase!"

Having risked everything, I finally escaped the encirclement of Wu Banshen. In a dilapidated alley, tears streaming down my face, I looked up to the heavens in silence.

Perhaps in the future, I might be able to secure a position at the town chief's office

Fortunately, at this moment, there were no women washing clothes by the river; otherwise, people would surely think that the second young master of the Zheng family had gone mad

Master, I have one more matter that requires your assistance! The boy's eyes were filled with sincere earnestness

However, it does not matter; the master earns his living by his eloquence, so he quickly turned the situation around by saying: "Therefore, reputation is about being famous and instilling fear in others"

"Has the master become afraid of me?" After throwing three more punches, the young man solemnly asked the master

The old man sitting opposite the youth was dressed rather shabbily; although he wore a robe, it was so worn that the color was indistinguishable, covered as it was with numerous patches

The breakthrough of zero has finally been achieved, which represents a historical advancement for Zheng Ming

Because his focus in the first six years was on physical growth

Naturally, he hopes that the young man can give him a little more fortune-telling money so that he can have a sip of hot soup later

Moreover, what makes it even more difficult for the master to accept is why the second young master of the Zheng family believes that by hitting himself, his reputation will somehow increase

"Prestige, of course, is derived from high moral standing and great reputation, such as that of your esteemed father, Lord Zheng..." Just as the old man was about to extol the virtues of the young man's father again, he noticed that the young man had already darkened his expression.

It is believed that as long as one puts in enough effort, even an iron pestle can be ground down to a needle. Zheng Ming has persistently engaged in good deeds for seven or eight years, yet his reputation remains at zero

After pondering for a while, Zheng Ming could not come up with a clear explanation, but this was not a problem for him

To be a bad person, the first thing to do is to commit bad deeds

Does the master know how one can gain prestige? The youth's voice carried a hint of urgency.

The immortal points the way

reputation value

Although the old man appears to have an air of ethereal grace, upon closer inspection, it becomes evident that he is more a reflection of malnutrition.

In a corner of the main street filled with various shops, an old man and a young person sat on two stone pedestals that had weathered countless storms.

What is used for exchange is reputation points

To gain prestige, in addition to being highly respected, there is another method, which is to instill fear in others. The protests from his stomach caused the master to feel a bit dizzy, leading him to momentarily deviate from the intended topic of his explanation

Thinking about doing something bad, a slight excitement unexpectedly arose in Zheng Ming's heart

Wu Bansian, you wicked person, what exactly did you say to the Second Young Master that made all the good youths in our town unable to restrain themselves from beating you

In no time, the aunts and gossipers all joined in the campaign against Wu Bansian. Although his fortune-telling was not particularly effective, Wu Bansian was considered a figure of some importance in Luming Town; at this moment, however, he had become like a rat crossing the street.

It was only after this three-part fear emerged that the boy, who was swinging his fists, came to a halt, his eyes filled with astonishment

Why would the second young master of the Zheng family, who is praised as a model youth, beat himself? Why is it that even though he was the one who got beaten, those meddling relatives still criticize him? Why is that?

Why

As he spoke, the young man's fist struck towards the master once again

Indeed, the second young master of the Zheng family is the best person

The master pondered for a moment before saying: "Second Young Master, although this term 'reputation' is a single word, in my humble opinion, it should be divided into two meanings."

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At the beginning, he believed that prestige should be a good reputation, so he helped people take care of children, assisted the elderly across the street, and led a group of little kids to help widows carry water and deliver firewood

The warm winter sun quietly envelops the entire Luming Town

This time, although the strikes were still aimed at the fleshier areas, the master distinctly felt that his pain had doubled.

The first is his father, Zheng Gongxuan

Many people are famous, but they may not necessarily have prestige, so it cannot be said that they are esteemed individuals. Take your esteemed father, Mr. Zheng Zhenshou, for example; he is both renowned and respected, which is why the people in our town regard him as one of the most prestigious individuals in our community

When he discovered that the reputation score of his maid Ahua was a perfect 5, he completely broke down

After the age of six, having been identified as possessing an ordinary cultivation physique, and finding it difficult to attain a rank thereafter, Zheng Ming began his journey to earn reputation points

The youth, around thirteen or fourteen years old, has a delicate appearance and a pair of clear, captivating eyes that leave a lasting impression. He is dressed in a blue brocade robe, which clearly indicates that he is not a child of a poor family

The master was bewildered; he understood the first two words of the term "reputation value," but he truly did not know the meaning of the last one

... ...

The master, who had hardly eaten for two days, was directly struck to the ground. The piercing screams immediately drew the attention of many people around.

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Zheng Ming's previous life was that of an orphan without parents. Aside from struggling for survival, his only hobby was playing card games such as "Three Kingdoms Kill" and "Hero Kill".

Although this young master is the most charitable person in the town, the master also does not dare to make the young man angry, after all, he has not eaten properly for two days

Did the master not say that reputation points can be plundered? I have already beaten the master, so why does he have over 3,000 reputation points while I have only received one?

"Young Master, if you have any questions, please feel free to ask. As long as I know the answer, I will certainly share everything with you without reservation."

There is one kind that is reputation, and another that is prestige. Only by combining reputation and prestige can one be considered to have esteem

Since arriving in this world where strength is revered, Zheng Ming has been contemplating how to gain prestige points. However, during the first six years after coming to this world, he essentially did nothing.

Hahaha, reputation, damn it, I finally understand the true meaning of reputation! It turns out that all these years, I have been stuck in a dead end!" By the riverside outside Luming Town, the young man Zheng Ming laughed heartily!

However, to activate the card that weighs on his mind, he still needs ninety-nine reputation points to exchange for the character skills in the card.

When Zheng Ming woke up, he became the Zheng Ming of this world. Along with him, besides his memories, was the unactivated game.

I certainly have not offended this young master in any way!

As soon as the man finished speaking, he was met with responses from others who were watching the scene: "The second young master of the Zheng family, he is the best person in our entire town. Last year, when I was suffering from severe stomach pain and could hardly walk, he was the one who brought people to take me to the clinic and even paid for my medicine!"

Zheng Ming is not crazy, Zheng Ming is very clear-headed

At this moment, the master is suffering not only from physical pain but also from a profound sense of confusion. He cannot comprehend how just a moment ago, this second young master was engaging in pleasant conversation with him, sharing a camaraderie akin to that of kindred spirits, yet in the blink of an eye, he has been reduced to such a pitiful state.

"Fear! The old man is afraid of the second young master!" The master, adhering to the principle that a brave man does not suffer immediate losses, said repeatedly

"Let me buy you something to eat!" The young man tossed out a handful of copper coins and then strode away, but his eyes were filled with a look of ecstasy.

On a bamboo pole, which was stolen from an unknown farmhouse, there hangs a piece of cloth that can barely be distinguished as white, with four large characters awkwardly written on it.

The second young master is truly infuriating. If there is anything you need help with, feel free to say so. The master waved his hand, exuding a sense of grandeur.

The master looked at the appearance of the young man, his expression seemingly calm, yet his heart was already filled with joy. Being able to deceive the second young master of the town's leading family was, for him, quite an impressive achievement.

Zheng Ming still remembers the introduction of nearly one thousand words very clearly. However, just as he entered the game interface, a dialogue box popped up welcoming him to the game, stating that the system would grant him one hundred reputation points to help him activate the game. The ground trembled, and then Zheng Ming felt himself plunged into darkness.

The reason for his behavior is that he has finally understood a question! A question that has troubled him since he came into this world

Hmph, that old fellow Wu Bansian must have said something he shouldn't have; otherwise, how could the second young master of the Zheng family have beaten him up

The young man cast a reluctant glance at the master, but ultimately he made up his mind and said in a deep voice: "Since the master is so generous, then I shall not be polite."

The boy's eyes brightened a few degrees as he leaned closer to the master and asked, "Master, how can one gain prestige?"

The reason for seeking the master, apart from the fact that he is the only fortune teller in the entire town, is that through the reputation chart in his heart, Zheng Ming discovered that this master's reputation is actually the fifth in the whole town

What else is reputation value

Upon hearing the master's words, I understood! The young man suddenly stood up from the stone pedestal, his eyes filled with admiration

Although the youth's eyes were filled with reluctance, his fists did not retract, striking repeatedly at the master's fleshy areas. In just a short while, the master's cries grew increasingly anguished.

However, amidst the confusion, the master felt an increased sense of fear towards the second young master of the Zheng family, who had always been regarded as a civilized and sunny youth in the eyes of the townspeople.

The young man appeared somewhat dazed, while the master gently wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead. In that moment, he deeply admired his own intelligence

This high moral standing and reputation can command respect, yet it can also instill fear. Dominating a territory can also lead to prestige. Moreover, this prestige is something that can be contested; when you defeat a person of high standing, essentially all of their prestige becomes yours

Zheng Ming accomplished a great many good deeds and earned the title of the most handsome youth in the entire town, yet the prestige that accompanied this title did not bring about any change to the reputation chart in his heart

From the moment he arrived in this world, Zheng Ming not only carried the memories of his past life but also possessed a deck of cards! A deck of hero cards that existed in his mind!

Master, I have a matter that I do not understand, and I have come to seek your guidance!" The young man clasped his hands together in front of the elder and spoke earnestly

Since being a bad person and instilling fear in others can earn one reputation points, it seems that I must play the role of a villain in this small town