Chapter 276: The Shadow of the Main God! A Villain's Calm Smile!
An unprecedented crisis!
Shen Anyu's expression gradually grew serious, the playful charm vanishing from his face like smoke in the wind.
This world was a "Comprehensive Novel World."
Originally, it was the setting of the book "Master Descends the Mountain, My Beautiful Sister-in-Law," with Ye Yan as the protagonist. It was a standard urban cultivation story.
But as Shen Anyu awakened his past life memories and began disrupting the plot, numerous other novels and their corresponding [Children of Destiny] had intruded.
Now, the intrusion of an "Infinite Flow" [Child of Destiny] was not entirely surprising in theory, but in practice, it was a catastrophe.
Unlike other [Children of Destiny] such as the "Master Descends the Mountain," "Country Divine Doctor," "Simp Tycoon," "Dragon King Son-in-law," "God of War Returns," or "True and False Young Master," the "Infinite Flow" [Child of Destiny] was on a completely different dimension of power.
In a way, an "Infinite Flow" protagonist, once fully grown, was even more terrifying than the "Immortal Emperor Returns" type.
Why? Because an Infinite Flow [Child of Destiny] could travel through infinite [Reincarnation] worlds—various movies, TV shows, anime, novels, and games—looting resources, skills, and bloodlines from across the multiverse.
Typically, the final few worlds in an Infinite Flow novel were high-martial divine-demon planes of the Primordial Era, Journey to the West, or Investiture of the Gods caliber. A peak-level Reincarnator could destroy stars with a wave of their hand or rewrite reality with a thought.
"This is... humorous. Truly humorous."
Shen Anyu was not paralyzed by despair or panic; instead, he let out a light, low laugh.
"Heh... hehe..."
The laughter echoed in the vast, cold space of the underground treasure vault, bouncing off the steel walls. It sent shivers down the spine of anyone who might hear it.
Shen Anyu had a smile on his face, his eyes utterly calm, yet burning with a cold, frantic flame of ambition.
"I've always worried about encountering an [Immortal Emperor Returns] type of [Child of Destiny] prematurely, but I didn't expect to encounter an even bigger shark in the ocean."
"But what's the use of being afraid?"
"If I fear him, will he spare me? No. To a Reincarnator, I am just an NPC, a bag of points to be harvested."
"When death is imminent, kneeling and crying for mercy is useless. Only strength is the foundation of everything!"
"There's still time now. I need to become stronger. Stronger than the Main God itself!"
Shen Anyu was extremely calm now, his brain working at supercomputer speeds, analyzing every variable.
Of course he was afraid of death! No one isn't afraid of death!
Especially in this life. He was born into the apex of prominence, cared for by a powerful family, surrounded by beautiful women who loved him, living in unimaginable luxury, high above the clouds. Why would he want to lose this paradise?
Even his original great enemy, Ye Yan, the [Master Descends the Mountain] protagonist, was now captured and being tormented in his dungeon. Once Ye Yan's Master, Tian Yunzi, was completely dealt with, he could send them off together.
Under these circumstances, no one would be willing to die.
However, fear was a useless emotion. Burying one's head in the sand like an ostrich wouldn't solve the problem; it would only expose one's weakness to the predator.
"Analyzing the strange mechanical voice of this black wristband..." Shen Anyu muttered, pacing around the corpse of his test subject.
"The countdown to the [Second Beta Test] of the [Main God Reincarnation Game] is still nearly three months away—88 days to be exact."
"This implies that only one test has been conducted so far. Judging from Dai Song's strength, the current batch of [Reincarnation Players] are still in their infancy. They are not unbeatable."
"And there is a significant resting period after each test. I have nearly three months until the second wave hits."
"I am not without time to prepare."
"My growth rate—fueled by the [Destiny Plunder System]—may not necessarily be slower than those [Reincarnation Players] who risk their lives for scraps."
"Next, I need to accelerate my plans. I need to conquer more [Destined Heroines], crush more [Children of Destiny], obtain massive amounts of [Destiny Value], and upgrade my shop to buy higher-tier items."
"Additionally, I need to mobilize my forces—the Shen Family's military power and the An Family's financial reach—to search for [Reincarnation Players] in the real world. The features of this black wristband are very distinct. No matter how well they hide, they leave traces."
"If absolutely necessary..." Shen Anyu's eyes narrowed into dangerous slits. "I can acquire more black wristbands, gather a team of loyal death soldiers, and actively invade the [Main God Reincarnation Game] myself. I will hunt them down in their own territory!"
"If this Infinite Flow [Child of Destiny] is a 'Behind-the-Scenes Main God' type, then my persecution of his players will slow down his harvest of world origin energy!"
"Now, it's a race against time. Who will emerge victorious is still unknown! I am the Villain; I thrive on chaos!"
Having stabilized his mentality, Shen Anyu turned his attention back to the test subject.
"Huang Ershiqi."
"Yes, Master."
"Take off the black wristband."
"Yes, Master."
Huang Ershiqi obeyed the order without hesitation. He unclasped the black wristband and placed it gently on the ground.
Shen Anyu watched Huang Ershiqi intently, counting the seconds.
One. Two. Three.
Thud.
Within five seconds, Huang Ershiqi collapsed. His body convulsed violently, foam mixed with blood bubbling from his lips. His eyes rolled back, and the light of life vanished instantly.
Dead.
Just like Dai Song.
"A curse? A nanobot injection? Or a soul-binding contract?"
Shen Anyu speculated in his mind. Even with his [Divine Medical Skill], he couldn't immediately understand the principle of this death. It didn't seem to be a disease or poison; it was more like the immediate cessation of life functions commanded by a higher authority.
"Unless absolutely forced, this black wristband cannot be worn. Once worn, your life is no longer yours."
Shen Anyu thought for a moment. He extended his left hand. The [Storage Ring] on his index finger shimmered with a faint silver light.
Buzz.
The black wristband on the ground vanished, successfully stored in his pocket dimension.
"Good. At least the System's inventory can contain it."
Subsequently, Shen Anyu pulled out his secure phone and issued a series of encrypted orders to his intelligence network.
"Investigate anyone wearing a black wristband like the one described in the file."
"Investigate sudden rises in power. Look for people who were trash yesterday but are geniuses today. Look for people buying strange materials or weapons."
"Prioritize high schools and universities. That's where these protagonists usually spawn."
After arranging everything, Shen Anyu took a deep breath. He adjusted his collar, smoothed his suit, and walked towards the elevator.
As the elevator ascended from the dark, cold underground vault to the warm, luxurious living room, the cold calculation on Shen Anyu's face melted away.
It was replaced by a charming, confident, and slightly apologetic smile—the perfect mask of a noble Young Master.
There was still a little mermaid upstairs, waiting to take the bait. He needed to conquer her to strengthen himself.
Perhaps, through her, he could uncover even more [Destined Heroines] and [Children of Destiny], reaping a large harvest of [Destiny Value] to prepare for the coming storm.
Shen Anyu was determined to succeed. He would not fall.
...
The elevator doors opened with a soft chime.
Shen Anyu stepped into the brightly lit living room of the main Villa.
"Senior! Have you handled your matters?"
What greeted his eyes was Yang Luoluo's pretty and cute doll-like face, full of [Origin Qi] and vitality. She practically bounced off the sofa when she saw him.
Looking at this pretty, cute, and energetic martial arts-obsessed young girl, Shen Anyu's heavy mood lifted slightly. She was like a ray of sunshine in his dark world.
He smiled, walking over with an easy grace.
"Things are a bit troublesome, a small pest in the garden. But I already have a plan to deal with it."
"That's good! Senior is so amazing, he can solve anything!"
Yang Luoluo said with a giggle, her admiration undisguised.
Immediately after, her expression became solemn and serious. She stood in front of Shen Anyu, straightening her posture.
She performed a formal martial arts bow, bending at the waist a full ninety degrees.
Because of the angle and her sporty attire, this bow offered Shen Anyu a generous glimpse of her fair skin and impressive cleavage, perfectly aimed at his line of sight.
Yang Luoluo took a deep breath, unaware of the view she was presenting, and said in a firm voice:
"Senior, I want to ask you to accept me as your disciple! formally!"
"Luo Luo is not afraid of hardship! I can endure any training! As long as I can become as strong as Senior and break the sound barrier, I am willing to do anything!"
After she finished speaking, she lifted her head. Her bright, clear black and white eyes looked at Shen Anyu with eager, burning anticipation.
Shen Anyu was the strongest person she had ever met. Even more powerful than her grandfather.
As for the expert [Master] who had taught her when she was little, he had never made a move in front of her, so Yang Luoluo didn't know how powerful he truly was.
She had been stuck at the [Innate Realm - Peak] for one or two years now. She felt like she had hit a wall. She desperately wanted guidance from a powerful [Senior] to find the opportunity to [Breakthrough] to the level of a [Martial Arts Grandmaster].
Shen Anyu's ability to allow Su Hongmian—a university girl with zero foundation—to reach the [Innate Realm] in just two months made Yang Luoluo incredibly envious. She wanted that miracle too.
Nearby, Mo (Mo Hanmei) stood silently. She wanted to speak to dissuade her Young Miss, but hesitated.
She recalled the phone call she had just made to the Yang Family's patriarch, Yang Luoluo's biological grandfather.
"Let nature take its course," the old man had said. "Luo Luo is a child blessed with great fortune. If she can learn from the Shen Family's Young Master, it is her opportunity. Do not interfere."
Mo sighed softly and said nothing. Besides, a dignified Young Master of the Yanxia Shen Family... he might not even be willing to accept a disciple. It was a burden, after all.
Under Yang Luoluo's expectant gaze, Shen Anyu smiled.
His eyes swept over her eager face (and body), assessing her value. Not just as a beauty, but as a high-tier [Destined Heroine] and a potential combat asset against the encroaching threats.
He reached out and gently helped her up, his fingers brushing her arm, sending a jolt through her.
"I don't easily accept disciples," Shen Anyu said, his voice gentle and kind, carrying a magnetic allure. "It is a heavy responsibility."
"But... as soon as I met Luo Luo, I felt a connection. A predestined affinity."
Yang Luoluo's eyes lit up like fireworks.
"Really?!"
"However, talent alone is not enough," Shen Anyu continued, his tone turning slightly strict but encouraging. "How about this: if you can pass my test, I will accept you as my disciple?"
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