Chapter 1153

Yue Lan nodded calmly, "Since the prison currently doesn't allow pregnant players to pause the game, I have no choice but to actively create the conditions myself."

Su Yang nodded secretly and said, "Although the rules don't explicitly state the game duration."

"But as the number of spots gradually shrinks, an ultimatum will eventually be announced."

"This means they can't stay for long by dragging it out."

"The only path left for them is—"

"Mission failure!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Yue Lan frowned.

She then beckoned for Su Yang to lean in closer.

She whispered, "This is what I'm thinking: mission failure might lead to punishment."

"And the punishment is most likely death."

"I saw that Gao Zhiyi was able to stay safe after failing, so could there be something fishy here?"

Upon hearing this, Su Yang immediately fell into deep thought.

Her concerns were not without reason.

Normally, failure meant facing death.

After all, the death game has never been lenient toward anyone.

But here lies the problem.

This game did not explicitly point out the mission requirements.

All clues and lines of thought must be explored by the players themselves.

So, there is room for interpretation here.

"Two possibilities—"

"First, because the game didn't specify what players need to do, the so-called failure is just player speculation."

"Since this game is actually a camp battle, as players from the opposing camp die, all player missions are forcibly cleared."

"This means that once the time is up, all players in the winning camp will be forcibly repatriated."

"Second, the two of them guessed the specific mission details in advance and deliberately manufactured a failure phenomenon."

"There are two results of failure; besides the most common death penalty, there is also a 'redemption' punishment."

Redemption?

Hearing this term, Yue Lan looked puzzled.

"Have you seen similar players?"

Su Yang nodded slightly and explained, "I once saw three players punished in the ninth death game."

"They had to complete a 'Heart-Eater' action in an endless loop."

"Only by accumulating enough could they leave."

"As for whether it's 'redemption,' I think it largely depends on whether the nature of the game is related to a loop."

"Bai Xiong City is clearly a game map with multiple matches."

"Gao Zhiyi's intention is obvious; she shows no signs of such 'redemption'."

Yue Lan understood Su Yang's meaning, pondered for a long while, and said, "... Then there is a third possibility."

"She is no longer the original her, so she cannot be selected?"

"And when the game matches, she is perceived by the rules as a 'brand new' player, and under the player's manipulation, she reunites with her own 'Ascend God' seed?"

Su Yang nodded, "It's very likely related to the 'modification' on her."

"More than three months ago, everyone was basically stuck at the first or second tier."

"She was no exception, but after 'modification,' she was able to make her own strength rise linearly."

"This might give the rules a false impression."

Yue Lan immediately understood.

The source of everything is related to 'modification'.

Thinking of this, her line of thought gradually became clear.

"How do you think they safely avoid the rule punishment?"

Su Yang pondered for a moment and speculated, "First of all, Gao Zhiyi's 'modification' is nothing more than three points—"

"Gene coding, gene modification, and talent enhancement."

"Right now, we have obtained all three experimental results."

"By 'modifying' under the premise of mission failure, perhaps they could achieve a stay."

"At the same time, avoiding punishment."

Yue Lan thought about it carefully and believed this method was the safest.

But other concerns followed.

"What if Bai Xiong City becomes a game map again one day?" Yue Lan asked.

"Then it depends on whether they are game players; if they are, then play as usual and continue to look for a way out."

"If not... then stay away from this place of right and wrong."

"Anyway, this world is big enough, and there are no shackles on them; the world is vast, where can't they go?" Su Yang said.

Yue Lan's tightly furrowed brows finally relaxed.

Just as Su Yang said.

You can help people for a while.

But you can't help them for a lifetime.

Being able to do this much is already doing one's best.

In the final analysis, the two are just dependents in terms of status.

Even if the relationship is good, there is a limit.

Besides, this is their own choice, and others cannot intervene.

"Isn't it putting the cart before the horse to give up competing for rare hidden missions just to help them?" Su Yang asked.

Yue Lan blinked and said helplessly, "I can't beat Gao Zhiyi; even if I wanted to, I don't have the strength."

"Really?" Su Yang glanced at her chest, his eyes flickering.

Yue Lan immediately crossed her arms, looking vigilant.

Seeing this, Su Yang chuckled, "I think someone as excellent as you might have hidden an emblem you haven't used."

Yue Lan smiled upon hearing this, "I have indeed received favor from many forces, but I haven't made a decision yet."

"However, after this game, I've decided to join the 'Zodiac Council'!"

Hearing this emerging term, Su Yang said with interest, "A new force?"

Yue Lan nodded slightly, "Currently, there are only five members in the organization, and there are seven vacancies."

"And I am fortunate enough to be appreciated, thinking about whether to be an original shareholder."

Hearing this, a flash of brilliance crossed Su Yang's eyes, "So to speak... the founder of the 'Zodiac Council' is very strong?"

Choosing an emerging force from many olive branches.

This is undoubtedly a bold attempt.

You must know that there is also competition and plunder between forces.

It is by no means a relationship where they don't interfere with each other.

The more grudges there are, the more dangerous the members under their command are.

Just like Su Yang, as a member of the 'Taboo', he was born to provoke countless hatreds left by predecessors.

To wear the crown, one must bear its weight.

Conversely, if the force's development is not good, then Yue Lan's investment is equivalent to being thrown into the water.

"I heard they are very strong, also a permanent member of the Old Era Round Table Conference, and also a Duke!" Yue Lan explained.

A Duke?

The gold content of this noble title is self-evident.

Yue Zhao can't even reach the threshold.

At best, he is a Marquis.

"Do you want to join my team?" Su Yang suddenly asked.

"You mean... recruitment?" Yue Lan supported her chin, her brows curved.

"Strong alliance, isn't it the trend?" Su Yang said with a smile.

"Since you sincerely invite me, then I have to consider it carefully." Yue Lan said.

"No problem, if you come, I guarantee a warm welcome!"

Speaking of this, Yue Lan suddenly changed her expression.

Gradually becoming serious.

She asked, "The recruitment matter is finished, it's my turn to ask."

"Are you willing to join the 'Zodiac Council'?"

Oh?

So sudden?

Su Yang was startled, then said, "You know, I already have an affiliation."

Yue Lan continued to watch Su Yang's deep eyes, "No conflict."

"'Taboo' is 'Taboo'."

"Who stipulated that players can only join one force?"

"If you are willing to come, I guarantee you will get the best treatment!"