As someone who prioritizes killing others, I'm forced to stream a death game.

“The battle for the beacon tower is roughly divided into two levels, upper and lower,” Pi Xinjie explained. “The upper four levels are generally called the upper four zones, and the lower three levels are generally called the lower three zones. There are a total of seven zones. As long as we capture at least four, we can occupy the beacon tower.”

"……so?"

"Only those who have mastered the art of trickery can enter the Upper Four Districts—you should already know what a true master of trickery is, right? Only those who have mastered the tools of trickery and 'coexist' with trickery are true masters of trickery. Not just ordinary martial artists who have mastered trickery techniques."

“I see…” Liu Ren quickly understood what Pi Xinjie was trying to say.

Only those who have entered the ghost realm can enter the upper four zones.

So, only ordinary martial artists can enter the lower three zones?

Just like in a game, there are level restrictions for entering a dungeon—even though this is a game, to begin with.

The viewers in the live stream were hearing this explanation for the first time.

[Is there really such a rule?]

[So, the battles that those streamers and pro players participated in before were just simple battles in the lower three servers?]

What's the purpose of this beacon tower? It seems quite important.

Although occupying even one guild's territory would qualify one as a "reputable" gang, ultimately, why?

Why does it seem like the more the streamer plays, the more unknown questions arise?

【…】

The Sky-Piercing Gang's current combat strength in the Fanwuduan is very weak.

Therefore, a powerful person, strong enough to even tip the scales, is needed to take over Fanwuduan and conquer its three blocks.

Liu Ren would be a very good option.

His seven-game winning streak on the deathmatch stage is enough to make him qualified for this important task.

But that's not the point. The point is—

"So, the gang needs me to fight in the battle for the lower three districts before I can get my artifact?" Liu Ren asked.

“That’s right.” Pi Xinjie said calmly. “After all, once you become a Ghostly Being, you can’t enter the Lower Three Zones anymore, and right now, the situation in the Lower Three Zones is very bad. As long as you can make contributions in the Lower Three Zones, let alone a Shadow-level Ghostly Tool, even a Spirit-Wraith-level Ghostly Tool, I’m not afraid to try to get it for you!”

Isn't this just pure empty promises?

[Damn, the aura of the company's idiot boss is overwhelming.]

This is an incredibly smooth way to get something for nothing.

[You're asking people to work hard, so why don't you at least show us the rewards first? Anyone can talk the talk, I could say everyone's getting a 100,000 yuan year-end bonus.]

[It's as if the streamer shamelessly received some huge reward.]

【…】

Liu Ren glanced at the comments and had the same thought in his mind.

Damn, he's heard the same line countless times over the years.

If you can do xxx, I can give you xxx.

Once you've done xxx, you can do xxx.

Such phrases, and so on, have been used like brainwashing over the years.

If you can do this project well, you'll definitely get the next one too!

As long as you can take good care of the clients, you'll definitely get a promotion and a raise when you come back!

Once you get through junior high, everything will be fine when you get to high school!

Once the exams are over, everything will be fine. Things will definitely be easier once I get to university!

As long as you study hard in college, you will definitely be able to find a high-paying job after you graduate!

Don't worry! It's just a temporary, minor job transfer! You'll be transferred back in a while!

Oh dear, this job is pretty good! You have absolutely no gratitude! The company is trying to develop you!

Damn it, take it or leave it! The company can't function without you! There are people lining up outside who want to get in but can't!

Resign yourself, don't always force me to make things so clear!

Why don't you try flexible employment? Some people can earn over 10,000 yuan a month just by setting up a street stall!

Young people, you have to endure hardship! Strive for success! Understand? Don't understand? You'll understand later!

Thirty years old? No way, get out!

After going through this process, Liu Ren truly understood.

Damn it, I haven't enjoyed any of the pleasures I should have, nor have I suffered any of the hardships I should have endured.

And then they'll be labeled as lazy and unambitious.

Seriously, I'm speechless.

After mentally ranting for a moment, Liu Ren said, "Can't you give me the ghost tools first? I can keep them for now and not use them."

Upon hearing this, Pi Xinjie immediately replied, "That won't do. Ghost artifacts aren't as simple as you think. Applying for ghost artifacts requires going through procedures, even for me. Moreover, ghost artifacts are extremely difficult to control; they are essentially the materialization of a symbiotic relationship with a ghost. Although the ghost artifacts sold in special shops are pre-formed, they are still difficult to store. If they come into contact with the ghost, they will corrode the spirit and may even lead to corruption, which is very dangerous!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Ren immediately knew that it was hopeless.

He thought to himself, "Guys, it looks like it won't be so easy for the streamer to enter the ghost realm. This guy obviously isn't planning on giving me the ghost tools."

Indeed, I felt it too.

"You all noticed it? I didn't notice anything at all. What this person said seems to make a lot of sense."

Sigh, it's obvious you haven't been beaten up enough in society.

What's the difference between Pi Xinjie's statement and "I'll definitely do it next time"?

[All those complaints about it being difficult to store, carry, or carry around, and causing inconvenience, are just to fool you. If someone truly wanted to give you this reward, all those problems could be overcome.]

What if you can't overcome it?

[Haven't overcome it? If you haven't overcome it, don't you understand what I mean?]

[Wait a minute, the streamer did perform such a great service, yet the reward for the trickery was given out so easily before, right?]

Are trickery and contraptions the same thing?

How can those be the same?

The battle for the Beacon Tower is far more dangerous than the Battle of the Martial Arts Festival.

I actually think Pi Xinjie is quite sincere.

[Yeah, weren't you quite concerned about the streamer? You already said it would be dangerous to carry it, so maybe it's genuinely inconvenient.]

【…】

Liu Ren didn't dwell on the issue of the artifacts, but instead asked about something else: "What did you mean by the Shadow-level and the Wraith-level you mentioned earlier?"

Pi Xinjie: "Actually, it's about classifying the strength of the monsters. The Shadow level is the lowest level, and they can be killed by ordinary people with melee weapons in the Ghost Tower. The Wraith level is different. To kill a monster of this level, an ordinary person would have to pay a considerable price. Compared to the Shadow level, its strength is a qualitative leap. If the Shadow level is just a bunch of grunts, the Wraith level is basically an elite monster."

"And what about higher up?"

"Above that is the Evil Spirit level. Generally speaking, only core members of a gang with P3 privileges are qualified to wield Evil Spirit level artifacts—of course, being able to wield Evil Spirit level artifacts is also a skill. People with this kind of skill are unlikely to not become P3."

Ultimately, it is strength that determines status.

Status does not determine strength.