"Congratulations to the host on an extraordinary stroke of luck! This draw includes the god-level gambling skill. According to system protocol, you can choose to select it directly, or relinquish the opportunity and continue the usual draw," the AI spoke excitedly.
"Hold on, calm down. Why are you so thrilled when I'm not even that excited?" Ye Feng replied, trying to keep his composure. After a wave of joy, he steadied himself; after all, what was meant to be his would come to him, regardless.
"Hah! As if you aren't excited," the AI retorted, its tone dripping with sarcasm.
Ye Feng sighed, exasperated, "Is this really how you're supposed to speak to your host?"
"Alright, enough talk. Let me check the draw options first," Ye Feng said, now more composed.
God-level Gambling
Master-level Business Speculation Theory
Grandmaster-level Military Knowledge
Master-level Driving
Grandmaster-level Culinary Arts
Master-level Fine Arts
Expert-level Computer Skills
Expert-level Dance
Master-level Political Strategy
Master-level Academics
"Wow, that's a lot of high-level skills!" Ye Feng said, impressed.
"Of course! Since a god-level skill has appeared, all the other options on the draw board won't be lower than expert level. Host, you're in luck!" the AI said proudly.
"Why are previously acquired skills also showing up on the draw board?" Ye Feng asked, puzzled. He spotted culinary skills, academics, and computer skills—abilities he already had. He wondered what use it would be to win them again, especially if he had surpassed their levels.
"Host, this is a lucky draw board. Just because you're drawing doesn't mean you'll win what you want. Have you ever bought a lottery ticket? Not every ticket is a winner, right?" the AI replied, almost pityingly.
The AI continued, "Any skill you've already acquired won't count if you draw it again. Consider it like opening a soda cap and finding 'Try again.' That's about what this is."
"And host, just so you know, there are four 'Try again' spots on this board. So, do you want to tempt fate and try drawing for other skills?" the AI teased.
Ye Feng realized this AI seemed to have grown more human-like after the recent upgrade. He wondered if it could ever transform into a human—preferably female—that would be fun, he mused.
"Hey, host, what are you daydreaming about with that sleazy smile? Are you drawing or not?" the AI asked, exasperated.
"Yes, yes. Let's do the draw," Ye Feng said, embarrassed.
"Host, would you like to select god-level gambling directly, or continue with a regular draw?" the AI asked.
"Hmm, let me think…" Ye Feng hesitated, torn. He didn't see much use for gambling skills in his life. But god-level gambling was rare, and who knew when he'd get another chance like this?
"Since you've been good to me, I'll give you a hint: drawing god-level gambling may bring unexpected rewards," the AI said playfully.
"What unexpected rewards?" Ye Feng asked, curious.
"Sorry, you're not authorized to know just yet. I barely managed to glimpse a sliver of data on god-level skills. Once your system levels up, you might access more."
"Alright, I'll take the god-level gambling," Ye Feng said decisively.
"Congratulations, host, on acquiring god-level gambling! Let's hope your luck continues to deliver god-level results," the AI cheered.
"Proceed with the next draw?" the AI prompted.
"Yes," Ye Feng replied without hesitation. Having already drawn a god-level life skill, he wondered if his luck might yield a god-level martial arts skill next.
This time, however, the draw was less thrilling; no god-level martial arts appeared.
The options on the board appeared:
Elite-level Xingyi Fist
Master-level Tai Chi
Apprentice-level Taekwondo
Master-level Lingbo Weibu
Expert-level Tan Tui
Apprentice-level Praying Mantis Fist
Master-level Muay Thai
Grandmaster-level Yizhi Chan
Apprentice-level Yijin Jing
Master-level Beiming Shengong
"Begin draw."
The pointer spun rapidly, finally stopping on Master-level Beiming Shengong.
"Congratulations, host, on acquiring Master-level Beiming Shengong. Draw complete."
"AI, open my character information panel," Ye Feng requested, satisfaction evident in his voice.
"Heh, I hit the jackpot with god-level gambling and even landed Beiming Shengong! This skill was incredible in the novels!" he thought, brimming with excitement.
Character Information:
Host: Ye Feng | Charm: 95
Level: Initial Stage of Dark Energy
Skills: Grandmaster-level Tan Tui, Master-level Tai Chi, Grandmaster-level Culinary Arts, God-level Academics, Grandmaster-level Driving, Expert-level Computer Skills, Master-level Beiming Shengong, God-level Gambling
Harem System:
Harem Member #1:
Name: Lin Shiyun | Appearance Score: 86 (out of 100)
Favorability: 90 | Confession Success Rate: 100%
Relationship: Girlfriend
Virtue Points: 130 | Karma: 0
"Hey, AI, how do I raise my level?" Ye Feng asked, realizing that gaining a martial arts skill had not increased his level.
"Host, martial arts techniques improve your personal level, but you drew a martial arts skill, not a technique. However, by cultivating Beiming Shengong, your level will indeed rise. This skill is potent enough to eventually bring you to the late innate stage," the AI explained.
"You could've mentioned that sooner!" Ye Feng replied, grinning.
Thrilled by this revelation, Ye Feng felt optimistic. Cultivating Beiming Shengong seemed like a worthwhile pursuit.
"Host, someone is looking for you outside. Would you like to exit the draw space?" the AI informed him.
"I'll head out," Ye Feng replied, curious. He wondered who it could be, dismissing the idea of Hao Jian or Fan Tong—they wouldn't be there so early. And Lin Shiyun was likely studying at this hour. Who could it be?
Final update. Thank you all for your support!
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