Looking at the system prompt that fluttered across his field of vision, as well as the location of red-named players marked on the system's mini-map, Li Mu wore a strange expression on his face.
He sighed and said:
"See... There is still a punishment system in this game, why bother... It was not easy to be promoted to Iron rank, ten thousand experience plus two hundred contribution points..."
Fried Tomato: ...
"Moreover, the moment you swung your axe at me just now, I also took the opportunity to activate the recording feature. I think... you should know the consequences of persisting, right?"
Li Mu pointed to his system interface and said leisurely.
Fried Tomato: ...
His expression became increasingly unsightly.
Now, he really ended up trying to steal a chicken only to end up losing his rice...
Seeing Fried Tomato's constipated expression from Li Mu's perspective, Youyou shook her head.
Wouldn't it be nice to be an obedient little leek, insisting on taking shortcuts...
Every Chosen One uses her power, and she wouldn't let these players squander it on infighting!
However, as a Goddess who champions truth, goodness, and beauty, She naturally wouldn't forget to give those errant children a chance to mend their ways.
Just as Fried Tomato was left dumbfounded by the sudden system prompt, a new set of options appeared in his view...
[Ding——]
[The great Goddess is merciful; she will forgive those sinners who repent and reflect. As a Chosen One she has selected, considering the minor nature of your offense, she is willing to listen to your pleas:]
[Option A: The great and merciful Goddess is right, and I will repent for my sins. (Deduct 200 contribution points, return all loot obtained while in the primary red-named state, and remove the red-named status)]
[Option B: Although I revere the great Goddess, I do not regret my choices! (Deduct 100 contribution points, maintain the primary red-named status)]
Fried Tomato: ...
His expression was almost twisted.
But... is there any other choice?
In the end, players are creatures that seek benefits and avoid harm...
Fried Tomato took a deep breath and then, under Li Mu's surprised gaze, he clenched his teeth and said:
"The great and merciful Goddess is right, and I will repent for my sins."
[Ding——]
[Player "Fried Tomato" has chosen to repent, deducting 200 contribution points, and the player's primary red-named status has been canceled]
Instantly, a message crossed over the game system of all players once more.
And in Li Mu's field of vision, an additional message appeared [You have received compensation from player "Fried Tomato," contribution points +100]...
Li Mu: ...
Fried Tomato glared at him resentfully, then snorted coldly, picked up his wooden sword, and disappeared into the forest.
Seeing that the other party had given up the ambush, Li Mu also breathed a sigh of relief, and began to use healing magic to treat his injuries.
Watching from behind the scenes, Youyou nodded in satisfaction and fell into thought:
"Although the problem is resolved this time, it's not a solution to suppress players like this, they will eventually have internal conflicts, and sometimes those conflicts do need a fight to resolve..."
"It seems, it's time to bring the PK system to the table."
PK, or dueling, flag-planting, is a common gameplay in MMO-RPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games), and many players are very keen on it.
Even many players play online games just for PK, to plant flags!
Or to fight with other players!
These players are generally referred to as PVP players.
Youyou naturally considered adding this feature to the game system, as this function would not only enhance player enthusiasm but also train their combat skills.
Her current idea was to provide two types of PK modes to players.
One is real combat PK, which lets players fight face to face, regardless of life or death.
This mode requires players to consume contribution points to activate, and as the players level up, the required contribution points will also increase.
After all, Youyou also expends effort in reviving players. And as players level up, the environmental damage caused by their fights will also become more severe.
Imagine if one day among them appears a player with legendary power, a real fight between them could destroy half of the Elf Forest...
The other PK mode is virtual PK. It is Youyou simulating a scene in her own consciousness space, pulling player's consciousness into it, and letting them frolic at will.
For this mode, contribution points are not needed, players pray to Youyou, and Youyou responds. This mode only requires Her to build some scenes in advance and set up the corresponding response programs in the game system.
Thinking this over, Youyou has already decided to officially open the PK function to players after this mission is over.
With more Divine Power, She can also support more consumption.
After all, players are leeks but at the same time, they are also big shots.
If Youyou wants them to work hard for her, help her recover, and assist the Elf Clan in regaining its glory, then she naturally needs to satisfy their entertainment needs as well.
Hmm, Youyou thinks that she's rather conscientious in creating an online game, one doesn't need to spend money, and it's not too grindy.
For a top-tier weapon like the legendary gold, She only sells it for 64800 contribution points, just solo farming 1296 Goblins is enough.
...
And with no players ambushing him and having healed his injuries, Li Mu successfully returned to the front of the Teleportation Array.
He used a [Nature's Whisper], and soon found the Oak Guardian who was lurking nearby, sound asleep.
Players had long since learned that NPCs also need to sleep.
Moreover, according to Demacia, NPCs, just like players, need to wash, eat, etc.
But when Li Mu asked him how he knew, that guy was at a loss for words.
Before that, Saintess Alice seemed to have become even colder towards Demacia.
Ahem.
This game was almost entirely simulated, to the extent that one might say it was insanely detailed.
Sometimes Li Mu wondered if this was a game made by aliens.
Standing in front of the Oak Guardian, he hesitated for a moment, then decided to wake the other party up.
Li Mu really didn't want to keep holding these 26 burning-hot Divine Blood Crystals any longer.
He poked at Berserker's wooden beard while carefully saying:
"Lord Berserker? Lord Berserker?"
The huge Tree-man turned over and continued sleeping.
Li Mu: ...
"Lord Berserker!"
He shouted again.
The Tree-man smacked his lips but did not stir.
Li Mu: ...
This guy was sleeping like the dead...
He pondered for a moment, picked off a piece of branch with leaves and thorns, and started poking the Tree-man's nostril vigorously.
Reacting to the irritating sensation in his nose, Berserker shook, then sneezed violently.
His consciousness blurred for a moment, and the Oak Guardian awoke from his slumber. Seeing the smiling visitor in front of him, his brow furrowed:
"Chosen One, why do you disturb my deep sleep?"
Right after speaking, he looked at Li Mu again in surprise:
"Eh? You've advanced to black iron?"
These Chosen Ones level up so quickly!
The Oak Guardian found it somewhat incredible.
Li Mu smiled and modestly said:
"It's all thanks to the Goddess's blessing... Sorry to disturb you, I'm here to hand over the Divine Blood Crystals."
Divine Blood Crystals?
Berserker's spirits lifted, and he quickly stood up.
This was about the Mother Goddess's recovery, the most important matter!
In a moment, he was no longer bothered by Li Mu's interruption of his sleep.
"How many?"
Berserker's voice held a hint of expectation, his bright eyes eagerly looking at Li Mu.
Li Mu spread out his palm, where 26 naturally glowing crystals lay quietly.
"Twenty-six in total."
Twenty-six!
Berserker's eyes widened, he took a sharp breath, somewhat incredulous.
"Mother Goddess above! So many!"
After speaking, his gaze towards Li Mu was full of admiration and satisfaction:
"You've done well!"
He carefully took the Divine Blood Crystals from Li Mu's hands as if he was receiving the world's treasures.
After handing the Divine Blood Crystals to Berserker, a thought suddenly flashed in Li Mu's mind, and he continued:
"Lord Berserker, actually... there's another matter."
"Hm?"
Berserker gave him a puzzled look.
Li Mu's lips curled into a sincere smile:
"It's like this, if all goes as planned, we'll be able to eliminate all the Goblins in Feilengcui tonight, and the Elf Clan will be able to successfully reclaim the Holy City of old."
"Eliminate all the Goblins tonight?!"
Berserker was even more astonished.
He had slept from evening until now, and was not clear about the players' progress and job changes, so he did not understand the players' increase in strength.
Li Mu nodded, then recalled the NPCs' prayer ritual, drew the symbol of Mother Nature's tree on his chest, stood up straight, and said solemnly and respectfully:
"We would like to... invite you and Lord Alice to join the ceremony of establishing a stable Teleportation Array in the Holy City of Feilengcui!"