I Don't Agree to the Terms

Chapter 938 495: You Got Beaten Up by Animals and Plants, What's It Got to Do with Me Being a "Vegetative Person"? (Part 2)

"You could say that was a blunder."

This world is very stable, having never experienced an invasion, which is why the Transcendents are so suppressed.

The suppression is naturally because the "Path of Civilization" monopolizes all the resources, unwilling to share even a bit.

But if they did share, although they could establish a Transcendent system, the world's energy level would not rise so high.

In this way, if one day an invasion occurs, especially from a world of the same energy level, this world's collapse would be extremely quick.

The world is developing, but its immunity, own strength, etc., have not grown at all, like a burly man who has to stay in a sterile room.

So in Gu Shanhai's eyes, this world is like a piece of juicy meat, still without any means of resistance. If he didn't want to further uncover the secrets of the "Path of Civilization," he would've devoured this world the moment he found out the truth.

Of course, it would also lead to suspicion and doubt, wondering why such a bizarre world exists and if there are any hidden traps, otherwise, how could it fall into his hands so easily.

After indulging in suspicion for a while, he'd conduct a thorough investigation and only act once certain there were no issues.

Okay, that's what he's doing now, just that he's already finished investigating.

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"Can't you stop hovering in front of me? You have nothing to do usually?" Gu Shanhai looked at Qing Feng, starting to feel a bit annoyed.

He is still researching the God Demon, but now it's not about the characteristics, but the issues of their bloodline and shares.

Anyway, he was idle with nothing to do.

"Master, you mentioned a few days ago that you had plans ready for our attack on the Demon Domain, yet almost ten days have passed without any news." Qing Feng sat down and asked.

"When I said a few days, I meant days from the neighboring world. For us, you need to add a zero." Gu Shanhai quipped, blaming the differences in time flow between the two worlds for his confusion.

"Wait a bit longer, I should be wrapping things up soon, and then you can make your move."

Gu Shanhai gave an exact timeframe now. Previously, he couldn't give an exact time because he needed further confirmation. Now, he's determined he'll be ready to act in ten days, thus letting Qing Feng in on it to coordinate their actions.

Of course, the main coordination was Gu Shanhai adjusting for Qing Feng and Ming Yue. Otherwise, they could raise arms anytime, but that might trigger the "Path of Civilization's" alertness.

During this time, the "Path of Civilization" was indeed constantly self-checking and optimizing, but it didn't reduce its surveillance of other worlds—only its attention to players.

Gu Shanhai first cleared the players to attract attention, so the Da Xuan Dynasty's surveillance would loosen up, making it a good time to strike.

If it were someone else, Gu Shanhai wouldn't bother sharing all this.

"Master, did you really move so quickly, from entering the research institute to completing the plan in just a month and a half?" Qing Feng calculated the time and was shocked.

"What's the big deal? If it weren't for the unsuitable environment, I'd activate the Intelligence Reduction Halo and lower everyone's IQ. I could complete the plan in three days." Gu Shanhai felt a bit regretful.

His Intelligence Reduction Halo had always been used to fool people, never having a chance to show its true effect.

The main issue was he never encountered any formidable enemies—it was always used as a deception and brainwashing halo, which proved to be quite effective.

"Intelligence Reduction Halo?"

"Whoa, Master, you have such a Divine Artifact? Do you also have a Taunt Halo and a Protagonist Halo? Give me a set."

Qing Feng's expression changed; he wanted to experience the treatment of those like Long Aotian protagonists as Gu Shanhai mentioned.

"I do have them, but the effect might not be what you imagine." Gu Shanhai gave Qing Feng a quirky look. Asking a protagonist for a Protagonist Halo was quite absurd.

"What's the difference? I understand coordination. Set me up with the whole package. I'll disguise myself and head over to Shengjing to show off." Qing Feng was getting impatient.

"Alright then, let you have a go at it." Gu Shanhai directly granted him the Intelligence Reduction Halo and Taunt Halo but skipped the Protagonist Halo since Qing Feng already had one naturally, no need to assign another.

In an instant, Qing Feng's IQ dropped to zero, and he sat on the ground babbling nonsensically.

Anything alive, regardless of whether they were snakes, insects, mice, birds, or beasts, rushed over, frantically attacking Qing Feng.

Fortunately, Gu Shanhai helped block some of them; otherwise, his Wuzhuang Temple wouldn't hold it.

"Come on, put some effort into it! Haven't you had your meal?" Gu Shanhai scolded the creatures attacking Qing Feng.

Sadly, Qing Feng was already at the Unity of Heaven and Man realm, and these creatures couldn't break his defense at all.

"Forgot about this, here, let me give you some BUFFs!" Gu Shanhai said and casually cast a spell to buff the creatures, effectively stacking them with Bloodthirst Technique, rampage, bear strength, cat agility, and other group enhancements.

"Finally, barely able to break through a bit."

After half an hour passed, Qing Feng's Intelligence Reduction and Taunt Halos faded away.

In that instant, he regained his senses.

"Master, I feel a bit sore, like someone beat me up. Any idea why?" Qing Feng asked Gu Shanhai.

"How could I know? By the way, you've experienced both the Intelligence Reduction and Taunt Halos. Should I make them permanent for you?" Gu Shanhai kindly offered.

"Though I'm not sure what happened, I'm certain you misunderstood my request, Master." Qing Feng looked at the marks on his clothes, suspecting Gu Shanhai had beaten him up.

The Intelligence Reduction not only impaired his IQ but also affected his memory, perception, and other aspects, targeting not just his brain but his soul, spirit, etc.

"How could I deliberately lower your IQ and then hit you? It was your own Taunt Halo that provoked it, and other animals and plants attacked you." Gu Shanhai didn't need any mind-reading tricks to understand what Qing Feng was thinking.

"Then could you explain what animals could beat me to this state?" Qing Feng was speechless; even if he just stood there and let the animals hit him, they couldn't penetrate his defense, let alone cause aches.

"Wait a minute, animals and plants?"

At this point, Qing Feng caught the critical detail. Animals attacking made sense, but how about plants? Unless they've turned into spirits or demons, they couldn't move at all.

"Hahaha, yes, animals and plants, that's just how the Taunt Halo works." Gu Shanhai laughed, appearing somewhat guilty; he slipped by including himself as a "plant" in the scenario.

Now, Qing Feng figured it out; surely, it was Gu Shanhai secretly buffing those animals so they could hit him hard.

He couldn't help but twitch his mouth, realizing he was a plaything during these times.

"By the way, do you still want the Intelligence Reduction and Taunt Halos? I could solidify them on you right away." Gu Shanhai asked again.

"No, thanks, I don't want to be beaten by animals and plants again." Qing Feng emphasized the word "plants."

"What a pity. Um, I mean, great! You've finally realized the importance of relying on yourself." Gu Shanhai feigned regret.

Qing Feng understood that if he dared to agree, Gu Shanhai would definitely make him go through it again, though he indeed would eventually provide the version Qing Feng desired. But how could he possibly be Gu Shanhai's plaything just for the sake of showing off? He wasn't lacking those halos after all.

The Duke might not enjoy showing off, but he could still live a life of arrogance and indulgence. Even if he didn't get the protagonist's experience, enjoying the villain's perks could be just as satisfying, even if it lacked the thrill; it allowed for more freedom.