Hell Game: Starting from Metropolis

After much deliberation, Liu Zheng finally selected three items as candidates.

The first item is the golden needle for the initiation ceremony.

This item grants the user the same massage skills as the person who created the gold needles, lasting for the duration of one massage session.

It was originally intended to be used to set up the Gaga Shuang Bathhouse, but in the end, it was never used.

If someone possessed the same martial arts skills as the person who made the gold needles, he certainly wouldn't be willing to use them.

After all, although he knows some martial arts, he certainly can't compare to the superhumans in Metropolis.

However, if it's just about massage techniques, this item isn't very valuable.

After all, Liu Zheng had observed the massage techniques at authentic massage parlors and bathhouses, and those better than him were only slightly better.

The second item is an extra-large blood gem.

This loot from the journey to Atlantis has two effects: one is to restore "blood essence," and the other is to add special effects to weapons.

Liu Zheng definitely wouldn't need the former, since he wasn't a hunter and didn't have holy blood in his body.

He hasn't found a craftsman who can inlay the Blood Gem yet, and he also has other super-large Blood Gems in reserve.

Although this item is a miscellaneous item, it is of excellent quality and even rarer.

After all, not everyone can obtain the password to summon the red dragonfly, nor can everyone win against the postman who delivers the death warrant.

Moreover, Liu Zheng didn't expect to collect all ten gold champion medals, although the reward of upgrading citizen level was indeed very tempting.

He is currently a third-class citizen. If he can find a way to upgrade to second-class before collecting all the items, he can directly become a first-class citizen.

Although Liu Zheng didn't know the specific uses of citizenship, in a place like the metropolis with its strict class system and rules, the status of a first-class citizen was definitely worthwhile.

Of course, that's just wishful thinking.

Even cattle and horses struggle for so many years and still can't become second-class citizens, so what merit does a little karami have?

As for the effect of "possibly receiving some preferential treatment when wearing it," Liu Zheng has never experienced it so far.

Sigh, if only he hadn't buried the legendary deliveryman's remains.

Legendary quality fishing hooks, just thinking about them is exciting.

"If you keep dawdling, I'll hook you on the fishing line."

"I can't wait any longer," Si Xue said.

"Hey, is that okay?"

Liu Zheng asked in surprise.

"Sure, you can. Are you serious?"

Si Xue was taken aback for a moment.

"I have nothing of value, so it would be best if I could avoid wasting things."

He said it as a matter of course.

"You think it's wasteful if you don't waste things? Human thinking is truly bizarre."

Si Xue couldn't help but complain.

"hey-hey."

"While using you as bait won't directly cause any damage, if you're used as bait, who's going to fish?"

she asked.

"Your subordinate begs for your assistance, sir."

Liu Zheng bowed slightly and clasped his hands in greeting.

"You're dreaming of me fishing for my own treasure for you. Well, not impossible. Consider this me granting you one request."

Si Xue thought for a moment and then said.

She really wanted to repay Liu Zheng's debt as soon as possible, otherwise the longer it dragged on, the bigger his appetite would become.

"That's it."

He said immediately.

The treasure may not be useful, but Si Xue's kindness can truly save a life.

Liu Zheng could clearly distinguish which was more important and which was less important.

"If you say it's over, then it's over. Get out of here."

Si Xue's face suddenly turned cold, and she kicked him in the butt, sending him flying into the air.

Then she picked up the fishing rod and cast it, the fishing line taut like a steel wire, and the hook hit his cleft precisely.

"???"

With a bewildered, indescribable, and slightly nauseating expression on his face, Liu Zheng fell straight into the lake.

Contrary to his expectations, the lake water was not cold, but rather quite warm, and had no other smell except for a slight sulfurous odor.

However, despite the clear lake water, Liu Zheng could only see the water around him.

Beyond two meters, the area was a shimmering darkness.

Once he realized what was happening, he immediately took out the sapphire pendant and hung it around his neck.

"Ocean Heart (enhanced) is now active."

As the system notification sounded, Liu Zheng felt a little relieved.

The effect of Ocean Heart (enhanced) is still overpowered. Combined with "Flesh Regeneration", his survivability is off the charts. Even bulls and horses would have to put in some effort to kill him.

Now that the buffs are applied, the question is, what's next?

He now has two choices.

First, remain still and wait for the fish to bite him.

Second, take the initiative and chase after the fish when you see them.

After thinking it over, Liu Zheng chose the second option.

After all, holidays are precious, and he wanted to make the most of this time to do as much as possible.

"Five stars rising in the East will benefit China, so let's go with the East."

Liu Zheng gripped the butcher's knife and boning knife and swam toward what was in front of him.

Who says you can't kill fish with a fishhook? If you kill the fish before it bites the hook, it might count as a catch.

Despite wanting to save time, he swam at a slow pace, about the same as those swimming beginners.

Since he couldn't see clearly what was happening in the distance, Liu Zheng simply focused more on listening.

This won't actually improve hearing, but it can reduce interference from other senses, thereby improving the efficiency of auditory perception.

And this approach did indeed work.

Soon, he heard something different from the sound of the flowing lake water around him.

"Whoosh!"

"Ow!"

"Waaaaah!!!"

"Ow!!!"

Two voices came from the same direction, one hoarse and the other shrill.

You could tell they were all very agitated.

"Wow!!!"

"Waaaaah!!!"

As Liu Zheng swam toward them, the two voices grew increasingly mournful.

"Are these two cats arguing?"

He looked strange.

As a bystander who often watches stray cats fight, Liu Zheng is very familiar with all kinds of cat sounds.

He was certain that it was the sound of two cats swearing at each other, and swearing very filthyly.

Judging from this situation, a fight is about to break out.

"What kind of cat-related gadgets could it be? It's not like two cat toys, is it?"

Liu Zheng thought to himself with amusement.

To be honest, if that were the case, he would actually be quite interested.

After all, based on his experience, the residents of the metropolis had a preference for items that matched their racial characteristics.

Liu Zheng happened to know two cat friends.

One is a capable assistant to the head chef of the Bloody Restaurant, and the other is a reserve vice president of the Writers' Association.

If he were to take both of them with him when he went out, with one perched on his left shoulder and the other on his right, he would want to ask a question.

Who else is there!

"but."

After finishing his daydream, Liu Zheng hesitated again.

Anyone who has owned a cat knows that even if it's a familiar cat, it's best not to approach it after it makes this sound.

Moreover, since it's two strange cats fighting right now, if you approach rashly, they might mistake you for an intruder and gang up on you.

"Never mind, let's listen to the voices from afar, family."

Liu Zheng silently turned in a different direction.

After swimming a while longer, he finally heard other sounds.

"Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon, World-Honored Ksitigarbha, Prajna Buddhas, Prajna Paramita!"

"Monster, I need you to help me practice!"

A loud and powerful male voice exploded in his ears like thunder, making his head buzz.

"Good heavens, is this Leifeng Pagoda or Purple Gold Bowl? I can't afford to mess with this."

Liu Zheng shook his head and silently swam away.

Fahai, or the strongest version of the Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon, would be suppressed, let alone him.

Oh, no, the cattle and horses, burdened with the sins of killing, will probably be exterminated.

Liu Zheng changed direction; this time, instead of swimming horizontally, he swam downwards.

After swimming for a while, a high-pitched voice reached his ears.

"SpongeBob, let's go jellyfish hunting!"

"I'll grab your grandpa! You better lie down on the beach and wait to get dried out."

Liu Zheng swam off in the opposite direction, cursing under his breath.

Although that pink starfish doesn't look like it can fight, it's common knowledge that you shouldn't try to outfight a comedic character.

Moreover, what if this isn't the starfish version, but the demon version?

"Fine, a cat it is then."

Liu Zheng sighed.

The following stories were all so outrageous that he was worried he might hear the gospel directly later.

He swam in the direction he remembered and soon heard the sounds of two cats again.

"Whoa whoa whoa!"

"Grrrrrr!"

The sound was still shrill, but much weaker than before.