Reborn to dominate the gaming world, Bai Yueguang begs for reunion

The June sun was like a blazing fire, relentlessly baking the earth. Even the air seemed warped by the heat. Lin Haiyang stood on a street corner, sweat dripping down his forehead, dripping onto the scorching ground and evaporating instantly. He squinted, straining to penetrate the distorted air. He saw a couple slowly approaching from the front.

"Handsome guy, beautiful girl, want to go swimming and exercise? A one-year membership is only 6000 game coins!" Lin Haiyang summoned his courage and called out to the couple. There was a hint of fatigue in his voice, but more of his dedication to this job.

Hearing this, the boy stopped and turned to look at Lin Haiyang with a look of disdain on his face: "No, if you have free time to exercise, you might as well go to the Internet cafe and play a few games!" After saying that, he pulled the girl next to him and continued to walk forward, leaving Lin Haiyang standing there, awkwardly taking back the flyer in his hand.

Lin Haiyang sighed, a mixture of emotions welling up in his heart. He recalled his experiences traveling to this world, feeling both excitement and frustration. This was a globalized world of gamification, where games weren't just entertainment; they were the primary means of acquiring knowledge and wealth. Here, esports players held supreme status, earning lucrative in-game rewards while also protecting themselves from the real-world risks posed by data leaks.

"How ironic! In my previous life, I was a complete internet addict. I played every kind of game, but ended up dying from them." Lin Haiyang laughed self-deprecatingly, but then he let it go, his gaze becoming determined. "However, now that I've come to this world, I can't waste this opportunity. I want to become an esports player and use my gaming prowess to protect myself and the world."

However, reality is often harsher than imagined. Lin Haiyang soon discovered that becoming an esports player wasn't easy. Game cartridges were expensive, making them unaffordable. Furthermore, escaping data was difficult to come by, leaving him with no way to utilize his skills. To survive, he had to put his gaming aside and take on the flyer distribution job.

"Twenty game coins an hour. It's not much, but it can barely fill my stomach." Lin Haiyang calculated in his mind, looked at the flyer in his hand again, and prepared to continue working.

At this moment, a familiar voice interrupted his thoughts: "Xuan Zi? Why are you here?" Lin Haiyang looked up and saw a tall boy standing in front of him, looking at him in surprise.

"Andy? Why are you here?" Lin Haiyang was also a little surprised. He looked carefully and recognized that it was his classmate Andy. Although they were not particularly familiar with each other in class, they would occasionally exchange a few words about gaming experiences.

"I just happened to be passing by and saw you handing out flyers, so I came over to say hello," Andy explained. "Xuanzi, haven't you always been interested in games? Why are you doing this kind of part-time job now?"

Lin Haiyang gave a wry smile and handed the flyer to Andy, motioning for him to take a look. "You know, my parents are both dead, and there's no source of income at home. How can I make ends meet without a part-time job?" he said helplessly. "Besides, game cartridges are too expensive these days. I can't afford them. Even if I did, I wouldn't necessarily get any good rewards in the game."

Andy frowned upon hearing this, seeming to sympathize with Lin Haiyang's predicament. "Xuan Zi, it's really not easy for you. But don't lose heart. I heard some game companies are recruiting testers. If you pass the test, you can get free game cartridges and generous rewards. You should give it a try!"

Lin Haiyang's eyes lit up, as if he saw a glimmer of hope. "Really? That's great! Andy, can you tell me more about this tester recruitment?" he asked eagerly.

Andy nodded and began explaining the tester recruitment process to Lin Haiyang in detail. It turned out that with the continuous development of the gaming industry, more and more game companies were beginning to attach importance to game testing. They hoped to ensure the quality and stability of their games by recruiting professional testers. Testers, in turn, needed to possess certain gaming skills and experience, able to accurately identify loopholes and deficiencies in the game and provide suggestions for improvement.

After listening to Andy's introduction, Lin Haiyang felt a strong urge. He felt that he was fully qualified to become an excellent tester, not only to show his skills in the game, but also to receive generous rewards and recognition. So, he immediately decided to sign up for the tester recruitment event.

Over the next few days, Lin Haiyang immersed himself in preparation. Drawing on his extensive gaming experience and deep understanding of game mechanics, he meticulously prepared a testing report and a resume. He also visited the library to research extensively on game testing and design, hoping to better prepare for the challenge of recruiting testers.

Finally, the tester recruitment campaign began. Lin Haiyang entered the exam room feeling nervous yet excited. Facing unfamiliar faces and complex questions, he didn't flinch. With his solid gaming skills and keen insight, he quickly identified loopholes and shortcomings in the game and offered practical suggestions for improvement.

After a fierce competition and strict screening, Lin Haiyang finally stood out and successfully became a game tester. He received free game cartridges and generous rewards, and more importantly, he found his own stage and dream.

From then on, Lin Haiyang was no longer an unknown part-timer, but a highly regarded game tester. He immersed himself in the ocean of games every day, enjoying the fun and challenges they brought. He used his wisdom and courage to contribute to the gaming industry, earning himself countless honors and respect.

However, Lin Haiyang was not satisfied with this. He knew that in this world full of opportunities and challenges, only by continuous learning and progress can he maintain his leading position. So, he started

Lin Haiyang stared at Andy with wide eyes, bewildered, as if he had just heard something incredible. "Exam? What exam? Why didn't I get any notice?" He spoke with a hint of surprise and confusion, clearly clueless about the upcoming exam.

Andy nervously flipped through the textbook in his hands. Hearing Lin Haiyang's question, he looked up and explained, "This afternoon is the final exam. Don't you often skip classes? Maybe the teacher thought you knew. This exam is very important. It's the last mock exam before the college entrance exam, and it's being taken inside the game via a cassette tape."

Upon hearing this, Lin Haiyang felt a surge of urgency. He had indeed neglected the school's notice due to his part-time job and gaming schedule. However, since the exam was imminent, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and attend. He quickly inquired about the specific time and rules of the exam, and after confirming everything, he hurriedly returned the flyer and headed straight for school.

Back in the classroom, Lin Haiyang dusted off his desk and sat down at his desk. He looked around and saw that his classmates were all busy reviewing, but he seemed particularly relaxed. Seeing this, Andy couldn't help but ask, "Aren't you going to review for a bit? The exam is about to start."

Lin Haiyang shook his head disapprovingly: "Review? Why do we need to review? If we memorize all the knowledge points and then take the test, isn't that cheating? We must speak with our strength!" His tone was full of ridicule and confidence, leaving Andy speechless for a moment.

As the two continued their idle chatter, there was a knock on the door. The invigilator entered the room with a serious expression and announced that the exam was about to begin. They began checking the ID rings and preparing to distribute the exam tapes. The classroom fell silent as everyone held their breath, eager to learn what kind of tapes would be used for the exam.

"Everyone, be quiet! The exam is about to begin! Now, let's check the ID cards!" The invigilators' voices echoed throughout the classroom. Holding machines and file bags, they scanned each student's ID card. The students stared at the file bags with wide eyes, their hearts filled with anticipation and curiosity.

"This exam is for the sandbox game Minecraft!" When the invigilator announced the content, the classroom erupted in excitement. Sandbox games are known for their high degree of freedom and challenge, presenting a significant challenge for most students.

Lin Haiyang, however, was secretly delighted. He was incredibly familiar with the game Minecraft; building, exploring, and surviving were all handled with ease. He couldn't wait to see how Minecraft in the cartridge world differed from the real-world game.

The invigilator began reading the exam instructions, and the students listened attentively to each rule. When the invigilator announced the start of the exam, they all focused their attention on the cassette on the machine. The invigilator inserted the cassette into the machine, and countless lights instantly connected everyone's identity rings. Then, a dazzling white light flashed, and the entire class disappeared instantly.

"Game world, here I come!" Lin Haiyang shouted excitedly in his heart. He felt as if he had been sucked into another world by a powerful force, and everything around him became strange and new.

At this moment, a crisp prompt sound suddenly rang in his mind: "Ding! Detected that the host has entered the game world, awakening the game cheat system!"

"What? A game cheat system?" Lin Haiyang's eyes widened in surprise. He had never heard of such a system, let alone the changes it would bring to his gaming journey.

"Please select your cheat for this game!" The prompt sounded again, interrupting Lin Haiyang's thoughts. He looked around and found himself in a world filled with blocks and pixels. He looked down and saw a virtual interface on his identity ring, listing various cheat options.

"This...this is amazing!" Lin Haiyang couldn't help but exclaim in amazement. He carefully browsed through the cheat options, discovering that each one possessed powerful functions. Some allowed him to instantly obtain a large amount of resources, some allowed him to ignore the restrictions of the game rules, and still others gave him invincible defense and attack power.

However, Lin Haiyang didn't rush into using cheats. He knew that in the gaming world, skill was paramount. Over-reliance on cheats would not only weaken his gaming ability but also potentially lead to unnecessary trouble. Therefore, he decided to rely on his own strength first to see if he could achieve good results without cheats.

He closed the cheat interface and focused on the exam. He looked around and found himself in a forest made of blocks. His task was to gather enough resources to build a shelter that could withstand monster attacks.

Lin Haiyang sprang into action. Leveraging his familiarity with Minecraft, he quickly located resources like trees and ores. He deftly chopped down trees, mined for ores, crafted tools, and gradually built his own shelter. His movements were swift and precise, as if he had rehearsed each step countless times in his mind.

Over time, Lin Haiyang's shelter gradually took shape. Not only was it sturdy and durable, but it was also equipped with various defensive facilities and traps. He was confident that even the most ferocious monsters would not be able to easily break through his defenses.

Just as Lin Haiyang was feeling proud of his accomplishment, a deep roar suddenly erupted. He looked up and saw a massive zombie charging toward him. He quickly grabbed his weapon and engaged in a fierce battle. With his agility and precise striking, he successfully defeated the zombie and received a generous reward.

As the exam progressed, Lin Haiyang encountered more and more challenges.