Chapter 10, Escaping Debt

"Hey, what level are you all?"

Alas! At such a time, it is impossible to avoid seeking help. The wind howled as I opened my friends list and sent a message to Sword Soaring Sky, asking if he was available.

The wind rustled, and a sense of joy arose in my heart. Just as I was about to find an excuse to leave, unexpectedly, the child spoke faster than I did: "This esteemed guest claims to have forgotten to bring money to settle the bill"

With a softening of the legs, I found myself sitting on the ground, the wind rustling around me. Before my eyes were green mountains and clear waters. No wonder people say that before parting, one should add the phrase "the green mountains remain unchanged, and the clear waters flow forever." This scenery truly brings a sense of peace and joy to the heart

The two of them are not focused on leveling up; Liangzi spends all day thinking about improving his equipment, while Xiaopeng practices this martial art for a while and then studies that mental technique for another while

Oh, thank you

"Alas, you truly do not appreciate the blessings you have. Do you know that our lightness skill consumes 4 points of internal energy per second, which is double what you use? Yet, the added mobility is not as effective. Your technique is simply abnormal!" Liangzi exclaimed.

The wind howled, and I dared not be careless. Following the main road, I rushed out of the city gate in one breath. After running for a while, I turned back to look, but the child had already vanished without a trace. Only then did I lean against a large tree to take a brief rest

Take me to find him

"You are back. Why didn't you come to find us last night?" the boss asked

Liangzi said: "The official statement regarding the hidden task from yesterday has been released, did you know?"

Hehe, it seems like you also fell asleep in the game!

The martial arts skills are formidable

"Hey, the person I just met in the game last night is him, and he even gave me a flying knife." In front of his friends in the dormitory, Ye Kai could finally boast with ease.

The wind swept across the grassland, and the layers of grass waves rolled by in front of Feng Xiaoxiao. He simply stretched out his body and lay down on the ground. In that moment, it felt as if he had distanced himself from the bustling crowd and had merged with nature. It is worth noting that Ye Kai had grown up in the city.

Is that so? But I only have 100 points of internal energy; what should I do if I run out?

Chen Peng said: "So what? His 'Seven Absolute Whirlwind Sword Technique' is truly commendable!"

The system sent a message to Feng Xiaoxiao on behalf of Yijian Chongtian, notifying him that Yijian Chongtian has gone offline

Oh dear, I forgot this, I really forgot!

... ...

At this moment, the waiter came running over cheerfully and said: "Are you leaving, esteemed guest? Please settle the bill; a pot of tea costs 10 copper coins"

The omniscient one vanished into thin air right across from the howling wind. The howling wind sat in place, lost in thought for a while, then stood up and prepared to leave

Where are you, shopkeeper

You won't even tell me where you are going, how am I supposed to find you!" Ye Kai replied irritably

Ye Kai smiled at Xiao Li and went to settle the bill with the boss. It was truly amusing to recall how he had fled in panic in the game over 10 copper coins

Farting, the sword is powerful

Oh! Ye Kai hurriedly stood up, while simultaneously wondering when he had left the game.

That is because you are a training fanatic! Liangzi scorned the boss

Oh dear, stop arguing; everyone has their own preferences when it comes to food!" Ye Kai quickly intervened to stop the two who were trying to step outside for a spar.

I am at level 52, while Liangzi and Xiaopeng are both at level 46

Turning his head to look, the shopkeeper was shouting as he chased after, seemingly carrying a stool in his hand

I know, I heard someone say it in the game

Alas, we can no longer proceed, and you truly have good fortune with the books

There is no issue. During the public testing period, the system requires maintenance and updates every day from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, which will automatically log players out of the game. I only called you when everyone else had logged out.

Downstairs

The wind howled, causing a moment of dizziness. He steadied himself, shook his clothes, and patted his trousers, casually saying: "No, I still want to sit for a while."

"It is him, how do you know?" Chen Peng asked

How do you know

"Dizzy, can I take medicine to make up for it? You've been playing all day too, can't you show a bit of professionalism? Stop asking such basic questions!" Liangzi was shouting again

What is there to argue about? Aren't you tired after staying up all night? Everyone has already gone to bed. The boss comes out to uphold justice

What is good? Last night I used that 'Swift as the Wind and Quick as Lightning', and it consumes 2 points of internal energy per second, not even lasting a minute

When I helped you take off your glasses and headphones, your eyes were still closed, and a smile lingered at the corners of your mouth. This game is simply too realistic! You probably found a place to rest and dozed off without realizing it, as I have done several times!

In utter helplessness, I had no choice but to call my son over. "Ah, my dear son, it seems I haven't brought enough money for tea. What should I do?"

Upon returning to the dormitory, the other three individuals were already in the room

Once seated again, I first indulged in a moment of imagination, envisioning the dismemberment and skinning of the all-knowing figure, before I began to worry about the current situation before me

Liangzi interjected, "What’s so impressive about level 60? It’s his 'Seven Absolute Whirlwind Sword' that makes people envious; it’s the only rare weapon in the martial world right now"

The shopkeeper, too lazy to even look, replied: "Did you not bring any money? I see you have no money! Boy, go report to the authorities!"

Did you help me take off my glasses? Am I not currently in a game? What will happen then

As the young attendant led the way downstairs, the shopkeeper noticed a young hero of impressive demeanor approaching him. He quickly stepped forward and said, "Esteemed guest, how may I assist you? Is there anything lacking in our service?"

Helplessly, I only know two people, and now both are gone. What should I do! The first solution that comes to mind is to log off, but I feel that this method is too simplistic. If I log off without settling the bill, I will definitely face penalties from the system.

As I lay there, I unexpectedly dozed off in a daze

"Level 60? Are you referring to the Sword Soaring to the Sky on www.hetushu.com?" Ye Kai inquired

The wind howled, and Feng Xiaoxiao became anxious; who knew what punishment awaited upon meeting the officials? Among the thirty-six strategies, fleeing was the best option! After contemplating this, he took off running, bursting out of the teahouse, disregarding everything as he dashed along the main road.

Do you not play together every day? How is there such a difference in levels?

Child's Way: "I cannot make this decision; it must be determined by our manager."

Feng Xiaoxiao hurriedly followed behind, laughing: "Ha, this is quite unfortunate, but it is just so coincidental that you can't help but believe it; I really forgot to bring money."

The wind howled, and I cursed inwardly, "I have helped so many people in the novice village, yet I haven't gained a single point of reputation. Here, just for receiving 10 fewer copper coins, they want to deduct ten points of my reputation. What is this reputation worth!"

Until feeling someone pushing him, Feng Xiaoxiao opened his eyes and saw that he had already left the game. It was a young man named Xiao Li from the internet café who was pushing him, saying, "The overnight session is over"

The boss's level is quite high; now, apart from the highest level of 60, there are really not many who have surpassed level 50" said Chen Peng

At this moment, the system's voice sounded: "Player Feng Xiaoxiao has not paid for the tea, reputation decreased by 10 points"