73 – Simulating the Demon World

Wang Ping (66): “I will definitely be participating in this group mission. Adding Cai Yonglong, Zhang Hu, and the local Chen Yao, we still need one more person. Anyone who wants to sign up can speak up.”

Wang Ping stopped making fun of the two ‘kings of pretense’ and got down to business.

Following Wang Ping’s words, those who had stated they didn’t want to participate fell silent.

Wu Jun (20): “I haven’t acquired any powerful weapons yet. If I go, I’ll just be a burden, so I’ll sit this one out.”

Liu Mei (15): “Same here.”

Wang Shuqing (74): “Although I want to join the excitement and not continue being a recluse, it doesn’t seem right to take up a spot, so I’ll pass too.”

Fang Yun (3): “I’m such a piece of trash, I’d just be a burden as well, so I’ll pass on the excitement.”

Zhang Jun (70): “…”

For a moment, the atmosphere in the group was heavy.

Apart from the volunteers, it was evident that the rest did not want to participate in the group mission due to the danger involved.

Upon seeing this, Wang Ping frowned slightly.

The last group mission seemed to have scared a lot of people.

In this case, it seemed like the remaining participant would have to be chosen at random.

Zhang Jun (70): “I’ll participate. I’ve been stuck in the zombie world for too long. Although my power has increased significantly, I’m about to go crazy.”

Seeing Zhang Jun volunteering, the remaining group members all breathed a sigh of relief, feeling extremely fortunate.

Luckily Zhang Jun volunteered. Otherwise, they might have been forced to participate in the group mission, which would be deadly.

Seeing Zhang Jun volunteer, Wang Ping also praised him.

During the first group mission, he had a poor impression of Zhang Hu and Zhang Jun.

But their willingness to participate in this group mission improved Wang Ping’s opinion of them considerably.

They might not be good people, but at least they have the courage to fight and risk their lives. Compared to other group members, they appear more outstanding.

After all, good and bad are relative. Being able to contribute in the group mission is more important.

Wang Ping (66): “Since this is the case, the participants for this group mission will be me, Cai Yonglong, Zhang Hu, Chen Yao, and Zhang Jun.”

With Wang Ping’s final decision and manual filling of the group mission participants, a strong light appeared on Wang Ping, Cai Yonglong, Zhang Hu, and Zhang Jun.

Immediately after, the four disappeared from their respective worlds.

In Chen Yao’s world.

In Chen Yao’s room.

As four rays of light appeared, Wang Ping, Cai Yonglong, Zhang Hu, and Zhang Jun appeared here one after another.

Wang Ping and Cai Yonglong were still in their ancient-style attire, their robes fluttering, giving them an ethereal quality.

As for Zhang Hu, he was in a fantasy style, wearing armor made of refined iron and holding a heavy sword.

Only Zhang Jun looked even more gloomy, reeking of blood, with bloodstains on his clothes.

Fortunately, the viruses and bacteria from the other world are cleaned up during the transfer; otherwise, traveling back and forth from the zombie world could infect many worlds.

“Welcome to my world, everyone.”

Chen Yao looked at the four and spoke softly.

After saying this, she specifically looked at Wang Ping and said earnestly, “Brother Wang, I’ll rely on you again this time.”

Chen Yao knew very well that despite their three months of training and becoming stronger, Wang Ping was still the strongest. His special abilities meant he would inevitably be the main force in this group mission.

“Hmm.” Wang Ping nodded and then said seriously, “Chen Yao, to better complete the group mission, we need to understand the specifics of this world. Please organize the information first.”

“Actually, since the last group mission, I’ve been organizing the information about this world to prepare for any abnormal situations, making it easier for everyone to complete the group mission.”
Chen Yao nodded, then directly took several information booklets from her bookshelf and handed them to Wang Ping and the others.

Chen Yao’s action surprised Wang Ping and the others, who could only marvel at Chen Yao’s meticulousness, more thorough than any man.

“It seems we all need to do this… When the group task appears, we won’t be in a fluster.”

Cai Yonglong took the information booklet and chuckled.

“I agree.” Wang Ping also nodded in agreement, took the booklet, and silently sat on the sofa in the hall to read it.

For a moment, the scene quieted down.

Chen Yao then quietly took some drinks from the refrigerator and placed them on the coffee table.

There were cola, milk, and beer.

After a while, Wang Ping finished reading the information that Chen Yao had organized, squinted his eyes, and said softly, “Although everyone often talks about their worlds in the group, it is always not detailed. Now, I’ve finally understood some of your world’s situation… It seems to be much worse than you described.”

Chen Yao’s world experienced the phenomenon of demonic resurgence ten years ago.

Demonic resurgence is actually the resurgence of spiritual energy.

However, in Chen Yao’s world, righteous cultivators from hundreds of years ago paid a heavy price to suppress all the demons and restore peace to the world.

As a result, many inheritances were severed, and mysteries remained hidden, turning demons into superstition.

However, ten years ago, spiritual energy suddenly resurged, causing many suppressed and sealed demons to become restless, gaining the possibility of regaining their powers.

Moreover, after hundreds of years, the seals loosened, and some powerful demons began to escape their seals, rendering Chen Yao’s world extremely dangerous.

If it weren’t for the same occurrence of Daoist priests coming down from the mountains to suppress these rampant demons, humanity would have been doomed.

But because many inheritances were severed, the Daoist side’s strength was insufficient and could only barely defend some large cities.

In places like rural areas and small towns, they were almost becoming paradises for demons.

Even so, as time passed, more and more powerful demons emerged, and humanity’s situation worsened.

Some large cities even began to be overrun by demons.

This led to internal divisions among humanity, and some even wanted to surrender and live as survivors.

As a result, there were traitors within humanity.

Chen Yao’s whereabouts were leaked a month ago by a high-ranking person who sided with the demons.

This led to Chen Yao being attacked by demons, nearly losing her life.

Besides, the power system in this world was clearly defined.

Demons are divided into lower-grade demons, middle-grade demons, upper-grade demons, demon commanders, and demon kings.

On the Daoist side, there are lower-grade Daoists, middle-grade Daoists, upper-grade Daoists, Daoist priests, and great Daoist masters.

Among them, the upper-grade combat power can match the Innate Realm cultivators from his fantasy world, and the strength of demon commanders varies greatly. Some are not as strong as the Spirit Origin Realm, but the powerful ones have Spirit Origin Realm combat power.

As for demon kings, they are incredibly powerful, according to Chen Yao’s analysis of their destructive power.

Even the weakest demon king possesses the strength he once displayed in the zombie world, and the stronger ones far exceed his power.

“Frankly speaking… if this continues, humanity will face extinction.” Chen Yao fell silent for a moment before speaking. “Although many high-ranking humans see me as a savior, I don’t think I have that ability. I am not the protagonist of a demonic resurgence novel, just an ordinary traveler lucky enough to gain a powerful cheat.”

“Let alone, in our world, there’s even the appearance of ‘weirdness’…”

After a pause, Chen Yao’s expression was very bitter.

“It seems we are all pitiful travelers sharing the same plight…” Zhang Jun looked at Chen Yao and said with complex feelings.

He wandered on the brink of death every day, and Chen Yao’s situation was no better than his.

Of course, at least Chen Yao could talk to living people every day and lived in a better environment, while he had nothing.

“There’s no point in saying this; the only thing we can do is become stronger.” Wang Ping glanced at everyone and said solemnly; “Of course, before that, let’s complete the group task first.”

“Brother Wang is right, let’s complete the group task first.” Cai Yonglong also nodded and said seriously, “The same old question, we first need to find the ‘weirdness.'”
“Based on previous task experiences, the uncanny phenomenon shouldn’t be too far from us…”

Zhang Hu mused.

“Not necessarily… The last group task was limited to our surroundings because we couldn’t search the whole world. Transportation and information channels in this world aren’t cut off, so it’s possible for it to appear elsewhere.” Zhang Jun paused and then shook his head.

“Since it’s uncanny, there must be something unusual about it… It might be stronger than other demons or causing unusual disturbances.”

Wang Ping nodded, joining the analysis.

“Chen Yao, think about it… Has there been anything extremely uncanny happening in your world recently?”

“Extremely uncanny? Honestly, in this world of demon resurgence, all sorts of eerie things happen globally every day… How is one supposed to make a judgment…”

Chen Yao frowned and sighed.

These words made Wang Ping and the others frown as well, feeling a bit troubled.

The group task is indeed troublesome. It gives no hints and forces them to find the uncanny on their own.

If dragged on too long, the uncanny might grow to a point where they can’t handle it.

“Since that’s the case, let’s waste one opportunity and look into the future first. I saved up ten opportunities this time, it should be sufficient…”

Wang Ping sighed, having no choice but to proceed this way.

“Ten times…” Upon hearing this, Chen Yao and the others exchanged glances, collectively sighing in relief.

Last time, Wang Ping completed the group task using three golden fingers. This time, with ten opportunities to foresee the future, the chance of completing the task safely is much higher.

“System, I want to perform a free simulation…”

Wang Ping closed his eyes, speaking within his mind.

“Ding, free simulation starts.”

The System’s voice sounded as the screen began to emerge.

【On the first day, after discussing the strategy, Chen Yao led you to see the Grand Elder of Profound Kingdom. You displayed astounding power, shocking the Grand Elder to the extreme. The Daoist protecting him was even more horrified, sensing that your power far surpassed any ordinary Demon King.】

【Upon revealing your strength, you hoped the Grand Elder of Profound Kingdom would help solve the demon problem. You knew it would be extremely difficult to find and solve all the uncanny phenomena worldwide on your own. Only by leveraging the nation’s strength could you accomplish the task more swiftly.】

【Due to your showcased power and explained intentions, the Grand Elder expressed his willingness to assist, even seeing you as humanity’s hope for salvation.】

【With the full cooperation of Profound Kingdom’s intelligence network, you began to resolve various uncanny events and their underlying demons across different areas.】

【No matter the demon you encountered, you crushed it effortlessly. To restore hope for humanity, with your consent, the Grand Elder even broadcasted your actions live. Your strength and invincibility astonished humanity, reigniting their hope and diminishing their despair.】

【Your prowess shocked Cai Yonglong and the others, who realized you had grown stronger. Cai Yonglong even suspected that you had reached the half-step Transcendent Realm.】

【Meanwhile, Cai Yonglong and the others performed admirably. Cai Yonglong killed several demon leaders, and Zhang Hu’s growth was surprising, with strength approaching that of a demon leader.】

【Unexpectedly, Chen Yao and Zhang Jun’s performances were also exceptional. Both had attained Spirit Origin Realm power, slaying most demon leaders effortlessly.】

【On the thirtieth day, you continued hunting powerful demons and handling uncanny phenomena, trying to locate the main uncanny event to complete the task. Your broadcast of slaying demon leaders and Demon Kings infuriated all powerful demons, who gathered to jointly kill you.】

【However, despite the powerful demons’ combined assault, you effortlessly destroyed them with a single move. This scene again shocked humanity, who began to revere you as the Savior. The demons, fearing being found and exterminated, started hiding among humans, no longer daring to rampage wildly.】

【The world began to regain tranquility due to your presence. However, you felt neither joy nor optimism, knowing the longer the search for the uncanny took, the worse the situation would become.】

【By the sixtieth day, you had nearly exterminated all powerful demons, allowing humanity to return to a peaceful life. Though some demons still caused trouble, it was limited and no longer involved massive daytime massacres.】

【On the sixty-seventh day, you decided to proactively break certain seals, adopting a kill-or-be-killed mindset to hunt all the demons within.】

【This idea met resistance from a Great Daoist Master, who warned that the demons sealed throughout history were unimaginably powerful. Breaking the seals would plunge the world back into darkness.】

【Ignoring the Great Daoist Master’s warning, you urgently sought to eliminate the uncanny. Breaking the seal of a Demon Suppression Cave, you battled the powerful demon within. Despite its half-step Transcendent Realm strength, you overpowered it with Red Flame Technique and Sword Intent and eventually killed it.】

【However, a truly terrifying demon with genuine Transcendent Realm power emerged at the end. You fought it fiercely, and with the advantage of Red Flame Technique and Sword Intent’s effects on demons, you defeated it. Yet, the appearance of this Transcendent Realm demon weighed heavily on your mind, realizing this world was more complex than it seemed.】