I've Become the King of Villains in the Game

Polaris and Keying discovered that a prompt box appeared above NPC Jack's head—

[Exchange]

Both of them chose to open it without discussing.

At the same time, the two items on the table also displayed their respective descriptive entries.

[D-class Mysterious Object - Surging Badge]

Item description: A badge imbued with the power of flesh that, once worn, grants surging strength and vitality. It seems to be a remnant of a church priest who, after being murdered, had his mystical substance and supernatural characteristics solidify into this badge.

Eat, eat more, you are the starving Butcher, you are the embodiment of strength…

Item effect: Wearing it grants +2 Strength, +2 Endurance.

Item cost: Increases hunger, increases food consumption.

Supernatural items?! Mysterious objects!

Desire surged in Polaris's heart, knowing that owning this small badge could significantly enhance his strength.

Equipment that directly adds +4 points to attributes is a rare find!

"And besides, the 'murdered church priest' mentioned in the item description… wouldn't it be the Red Apple Church priest he killed in Emerald Town?!"

Chen Lun's image was refreshed once again in Polaris's mind.

Even more powerful and unfathomable!

Although Keying found the equipment to be formidable, she didn't crave it as much as Polaris. Instead, she focused on the price of the equipment, her gaze intensifying.

[Exchange price: 100 Contribution Points + 60 Gold Pounds + Low Sequence Mysterious Substance *2]

"This expensive?!"

Keying was startled.

She understood Contribution Value and Gold Pounds; one represented contributions to a faction, like completing tasks, and the other was the largest denomination of currency in this world.

As for Low Sequence Mysterious Substance, she was not very familiar with it, but it seemed complex, likely a very precious material.

She had none of these items.

Polaris, seeing the price, couldn't help but internally wail.

How could he afford this at his current stage!

Was this not just to tantalize him?!

The two turned their attention to another item, a piece of paper filled with text, its torn edges jagged as if ripped hastily from a notebook.

[Supernatural Knowledge - Destiny Faction Sequence Nine (Hidden Pathway)]

Item description: A sheet containing supernatural knowledge, imbued with the path to [Destiny Faction], and once read, one can acquire the Main Occupation [Sequence Nine - Beast Tamer].

Only mystery can combat mystery, only the transcendent can conquer the transcendent!

"!!!"

The breath of Polaris and Keying hitched.

Their hearts beat uncontrollably fast, as if they were about to burst from their chests the next second!

Supernatural knowledge! Hidden Sequence!

"I must get my hands on it!"

This time, the thought emerged in both of their minds.

Chen Lun, sensing their rapid breathing, sneered silently.

The "big pie" he set out had hooked them.

It was the supernatural knowledge he had transcribed using his only piece of [Low Sequence Destiny Faction Mysterious Substance].

[Exchange price: 500 Contribution Points + 500 Gold Pounds + Low Sequence Mysterious Substance *5]

The exorbitant price made both Polaris and Keying shudder.

But they did not give up because of it.

This was a hidden Sequence openly priced and placed in the shop!

Unlike the main profession pathways of the Seven True Gods, even though the game officials did not explicitly say so, any somewhat experienced player knew that hidden professions might not always surpass regular ones, but they definitely had unique advantages.

Moreover, labels like "rare", "special", and "high difficulty" strongly attracted loners like Polaris. Without relying on luck externally or toiling within official supernatural organizations, completing a series of difficult tasks, this was something you could get your hands on just by gathering the necessary exchange conditions!

The way Polaris and Keying looked at the black-haired youth changed.

"— This is our secret, we must cling tightly to this thigh, and not let the information out!"

Polaris sent a message.

Keying pondered for a moment and nodded.

"— I know, when the public test comes, we will rely on this opportunity to take off. By then, I will edit the material, so other players won't know that supernatural knowledge and mysterious objects can be obtained here."

Chen Lun watched them fall silent, knowing they were communicating.

Faced with such a big opportunity, he would definitely hold on to it tightly, keep it to himself, and not tell anyone.

But unfortunately, this was not something that could be hidden.

"I still need you to advertise for me a lot more..."

Chen Lun thought silently.

He opened the game's built-in forum.

This was a feature that appeared after the start of the beta test. Chen Lun had tried it before and could only browse like a visitor, not being able to post, forced to be a "permanent lurker."n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

Whether it was a bug caused by crossing over or some other reason, he wasn't sure.

By now, the forum already had many posts, enthusiastic discussions from players across the Sun Continent.

But so far, no player had posted anything about becoming a Transcendent.

Chen Lun casually glanced at a few posts and then closed the forum.

This forum would surely have posts about him in the future. Even if Polaris and Su Keying did not actively advertise, they would become involuntary billboards for him among the player community.

...

The next day at noon,

Chen Lun was about to head out in a carriage.

He just happened to run into Polaris and Su Keying, who had just come online to find him.

"I still have to go to work, look for me in the evening if you need something."

Chen Lun lifted the curtain and said casually.

"..."

Polaris and Su Keying stood there, watching the carriage leave.

After a while,

"So even big shots have to wake up early for work? Is it that competitive?"

Polaris remarked.

Su Keying rolled her eyes and asked softly,

"What do we do now?"

"What else can we do... Just stroll around nearby for a bit. Time is precious; maybe we will trigger some quest."

After Polaris finished speaking, he headed straight outside the manor.

Su Keying pouted and then followed.

Chen Lun sat in the carriage, planning to visit Pompey Manor later to ask for a leave from the Viscount.

He wasn't going to teach Rebecca that day and was preparing to take a trip to the shallows.

Having found out about Dolly's whereabouts, he decided to take the initiative.

The carriage stopped in front of the manor.

Chen Lun got off and walked in.

But when he arrived at the Viscount's villa, he found something odd.

"Good morning, Mr. Jack,"

Rebecca, sitting in her wheelchair, gave him a smile.

"Good morning, Miss Rebecca."

Chen Lun replied.

Rebecca kept smiling and nodded, but said no more.

Chen Lun frowned secretly, feeling that Rebecca was a bit off today.

"Mr. Jack, the Viscount and his wife are having breakfast, please wait a moment,"

Butler Binose approached and bowed as he spoke.

Chen Lun nodded.

Shortly after, Viscount Pompey and Lady Pompey came out.

"Rebecca is in a bit of a bad mood today, please don't take it to heart,"

Viscount Pompey said.

"Of course not, Viscount,"

Chen Lun replied, eyeing the Viscount and his wife for a bit before suddenly doning a polite yet eerie smile.

"Why would I take offense with a dead person?"

Binose's face changed color.

Viscount Pompey and his wife were slightly taken aback.

Suddenly, Chen Lun whirled around, the back of his hand slashing, ripping through the upper half of Rebecca's body!

[Bear Strike]!

Boom!!

Blood spurted like paint, and fear was frozen on Rebecca's face.