Absolute Destiny Game
Chapter 651 - 42

Chapter 651: Chapter 42

Xiao Jie was momentarily lost for words, "What’s going on? Xia, what’s this act about?"

Xia Yi the Unrivaled calmly explained: "I’m not being pretentious with you, but I’m just not a fan of joining guilds. I prefer being on my own, which I’ve mentioned before. You did say we were just hanging a name and filling a quota, so I joined.

But now with all these team activities, that’s a bit over the top for me. I still prefer solo gaming, Brother Sui Feng, you understand, right?"

Xiao Jie was somewhat distressed. He could understand Xia Yi the Unrivaled’s perspective. There are many types of gamers, some prefer sticking together, others enjoy solitude; the lone wolf is a fairly common type. These players dislike teaming up and would rather tackle tasks solo without asking for help, and even find chatting with others too bothersome.

They treat online gaming as a single-player experience.

Although, in any other game your play style would be fine, but this is a life-or-death game, the more friends, the better.

"Xia, you can’t say that. When you’re alone and face danger, there’s no one to help, remember what happened last time? Isn’t it better when everyone watches out for each other?"

Yet, Xia Yi the Unrivaled dismissively said: "Risking life and limb is part of wandering the worldly society, it’s because of the dangers that this game is captivating—this is what a real ’adventure’ is.

Besides, you grow wiser from experiencing setbacks. Next time I face such a situation, I’ll be prepared and won’t end up in the same dire straits."

Xiao Jie almost choked at his words, captivating? A real ’adventure’? Are you really that careless about your life?

Playing this way is thrilling indeed, but aren’t you afraid of dying?

However, Xiao Jie decided not to argue this point with Xia Yi the Unrivaled any further. Xia is quite single-minded, somewhat recklessly emphasizing deeds over life, evidenced by his bold act of killing someone in broad daylight just to stand up for someone else.

But having someone consider quitting right after becoming vice president of the guild is absolutely unacceptable; he must be persuaded to stay by any means necessary.

After a brief contemplation, a plan formed in his mind.

He earnestly said: "Xia, have you ever thought about why your Demon Slaying Sword is gray?"

Xia Yi the Unrivaled was perplexed, wondering why he brought up the sword, "Well, I haven’t really figured that one out."

Xiao Jie mysteriously smiled: "I have some clue."

"Oh? What is it?" Xia Yi the Unrivaled asked, suddenly interested.

"Haven’t you noticed? There was a precedent with the Demon Slaying Sword. The previous president couldn’t pull it out, why could you do it so easily? Have you thought about that?"

Xia Yi the Unrivaled said proudly: "Isn’t that obvious? The stele said one must possess absolute integrity and be unequalled in heroism to qualify to draw this sword, isn’t that describing me?

Not only does my name match, but with my upright spirit and unmatched heroism, it’s like this role was tailor-made for me."

"Heh, but have you ever thought, if you’re already a man of integrity and unmatched heroism, why can’t you use it after drawing it out?"

Xia Yi the Unrivaled countered: "Why do you think that is?

"Because you haven’t fully achieved it. Maybe among the folks you are considered a hero, but even heroes have their ranks.

Think of it this way, if there’s a hidden value in this game—let’s call it Heroic Value. Heroic Value at 100 might allow you to draw the sword, but you might need 500 Heroic Value to truly unlock the real attributes of the Demon Slaying Sword.

Currently, your Heroic Value is only enough to draw the sword but not sufficient to gain its recognition. What you need to do next is to gain the sword’s approval, that is, to enhance your Heroic Value."

It’s like Captain America in the Avengers picking up Thor’s hammer; the first time, the hammer just shook a little, and only later could he really wield it—because initially, Captain America’s Heroic Value wasn’t high enough.

It’s the same with your situation. Although you have a heroic heart, to claim to be wholly righteous and unparalleled—well, I doubt it."

"Damn, the way you put it..." Xia Yi the Unrivaled was half way through his retort but then lost his conviction.

"Impossible, I’ve performed many heroic deeds, saved distressed damsels, helped a blind old lady find her son, stormed a mountain bandit camp alone for a promise..."

"You telling me this is pointless, the Demon Slaying Sword doesn’t recognize it. As the saying goes, a true hero serves his country and his people. Saving a few or killing some monsters doesn’t count. To truly achieve unmatched heroism, it’s futile to rely solely on individual good deeds.

I think, to truly unlock the real attributes of the Demon Slaying Sword, you have a better chance if you stick with the guild.

What could be more righteous than slaying demons, resettling refugees, recovering villages, and rebuilding the King’s Way paradise?

Otherwise, no matter how many distressed old ladies you help, you’ll never max out your score even in a monkey’s age."

Xia Yi the Unrivaled was at a loss for words, realizing there might actually be some truth to it.

Since Dragon Soaring Country follows the King’s Way, it’s definitely about gathering public support and winning hearts. As long as you participate in activities, won’t your Heroic Value rise?

"So, it’s better for you not to quit. Later, when we recover villages, resettle refugees, help the citizens and all, you can turn in the tasks—we’ll give you more chances to boost your Heroic Value."

"Alright then, I’ll stick around."