CHAPTER 4: BUG ACCOUNT
[World Announcement]
Congratulations to player Nemesis for being the first player to solo a level 10 boss monster.
"Crazy, crazy! Who's that devil incarnate? I'm still at level 2, and someone's already killing level 10 monsters? And solo? Where's the justice?"
"Tell me about it. He must definitely be a cheat player."
"Hush! There's no way to cheat in this game. Stop making baseless claims."
The game descended into chaos following the announcement.
Cain frowned upon hearing it. He possessed the SSS-rank talent Sword God, which significantly enhanced his swordsmanship and boosted his abilities. Yet, he was only level 3 and had considered that fast. Now, his worldview was shaken. He wasn't the only one—other players with monstrous talents felt similarly.
"Oi, have you checked the level rankings? Whoever this Nemesis is, he's definitely not human," one player exclaimed, causing further uproar.
Level Rankings:
Nemesis - Level 8
Sword God - Level 4
Hunter - Level 3
Dual Blade - Level 3
Moon Fairy - Level 3
Stinking Uncle - Level 3
Nerd - Level 2
War God - Level 2
Stagnant Water - Level 2
Sharp Shooter - Level 2
"What the heck? Level 8? Report him! He's definitely using a cheat account," one player posted in the game forum.
"Agreed!" others supported.
Mass reports and complaints were lodged against Nemesis, but they were futile—there were no cheats in the game.
"Hmm, a super player is overshadowing us all. Make contact with him and try to rope him into our team," Kyle, aka Hunter, instructed one of his goons.
"And if he refuses?"
"Destroy him. No one stands above me. Either he's with me or against me," Kyle declared coldly.
"Understood," the goon replied before leaving.
Meanwhile, Nemesis, oblivious to the chaos he had caused, took a short rest after slaying a level 10 monster and reaching level 10 himself. Several dead level 10 monsters littered the ground, marking his achievement. Opening his status window, he allocated his stats.
Status Window:
User: Nemesis
Title: N/A
Job: N/A
Level: 10 (1000/1200 EXP)
Health: 1000
Strength: 15
Speed: 10
Stamina: 10
Intelligence: 5
Constitution: 3
Free Attribute Points: 14
Talent:
EX Rank: 100% Absolute Dodge Rate
S Rank: Talent Share
??? Rank: Death
Leveling up three times had earned him nine points, plus five bonus points for reaching level 10. After some thought, he allocated them.
Updated Status Window:
User: Nemesis
Title: N/A
Job: N/A
Level: 10 (1000/1200 EXP)
Health: 1000
Strength: 17
Speed: 14
Stamina: 13
Intelligence: 10
Constitution: 3
Free Attribute Points: 0
Talent:
EX Rank: 100% Absolute
S Rank: Talent Share
Dodge Rate
??? Rank: Death
Satisfied, he sold unnecessary items, bringing his total coins to 20 silver, which he exchanged for $2000. The game allowed coin-to-cash exchange but not the reverse. With the money, he planned to buy his sister a gaming helmet and ensure her safety in the dangerous game world.
He equipped only offensive items:
Wolf Boots (Common): +3 Speed
Bear Gloves (Common): +2 Strength
Defensive gear was ignored entirely.
[System Notification:]
You have reached the daily playtime limit and will be logged out in 10 minutes. Exit any battle and find a safe logout spot.
Knowing this, Greg logged out early to focus on buying the gaming helmet for his sister. Other early players also logged out as their limits were reached.
Meanwhile, Kyle, after logging out, climbed out of his gaming capsule.
"I need to consolidate my strength and form a team. Speaking of teams, I should pay Greg a visit. It's been a while, and he used to be a talented gamer," Kyle said, a mocking smile on his face.
Greg bought the helmet, calmed his sister down by showing her proof of the game's profitability, and even called his boss to quit his job. He was now free. Returning home, he planned his grind with his sister for the next day.
"Welcome back, Greg. It's been a while," came an unwelcome voice—Kyle's.
Suppressing his urge to attack the man who had ruined his life, Greg forced a smile.
"What's up, Kyle?"
"Just thought I'd check on you and invite you to team up. Annabelle mentioned you're already playing. What else could I expect from a gaming whiz?" Kyle chuckled.
"I heard it's a good way to make money, so I'm trying my luck," Greg replied, playing along.
"That's great. I brought gaming helmets for you and Annabelle. They're better than store-bought ones," Kyle said, presenting two helmets.
"Nah, I can't leech off you. And I insist—you should head home. It's late," Greg said, quickly ushering him out.
"What's with you, brother? That was Kyle," Annabelle asked, confused.
"He's no friend, believe me," Greg replied, heading to his room.
Outside, Kyle muttered, "He's wary of me. What caused this? How dare that insect chase me out? I'll make him regret it."