First Exploration

Outside Room 1215, in the Mind Corridor.

Unlike in the past, not only were the items held by the ten Shang Jianyaos different—either his hands were full or empty—but there were also differences in their dressing, making them appear more distinct.

The Shang Jianyao wearing a deerstalker stroked his chin and looked around. "Everyone, let's vote. We are a democratic team; the minority shall give into the majority."

"This is the tyranny of the majority!" The Shang Jianyao that continued wearing the gray camouflage uniform said whatever he wanted.

He was honest and liked to retort; he never held back.

The Shang Jianyao wearing a deerstalker took out a pipe from somewhere and sniffed it. "Certain sacrifices are in order for efficiency."

He then said, "Alright, those who agree to enter this room to explore, raise their hands."

With a whoosh, five Shang Jianyaos raised their right hands.