Chapter - 3

Bai Ye felt confident at this moment, but he still had a question.

"System, let me ask you something. Is this 'Pear God Physique' the same thing I'm thinking of?"

When Bai Ye saw the second reward, he was completely baffled. In his mind, the only person who deserved such a title was that legendary figure.

Why was he considered a legend? Mainly because while others called him a "lucky pervert," that guy actually lived up to the reputation!

Ding! "That's correct!"

"That's exactly what it is."

"The novice gift package includes a concept-level item, which randomly grants abilities. I didn't expect you to end up with this one."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk! In this anime-like world, combined with this ability, congratulations—you're about to become the luckiest male protagonist, reaping all the benefits!"

Bai Ye couldn't help but feel like there was a hint of mockery in the system's mechanical voice.

"Damn it! Do you really think this is some kind of anime? If I keep tripping and falling like this, my reputation will be ruined."

"Wait, that doesn't make sense. After merging with the Power of Chaos, shouldn't I be incredibly strong? How could I still be affected by something like this?"

Ding! "Did you miss the part about 'concept level'?"

"This system is telling you that even with 100% fusion of the Power of Chaos, you'll still fall when it's time to fall. No amount of strength can change that."

"Don't underestimate this ability. It's the ultimate perk for someone like you who's been thrown into an anime world."

"Besides, this system can't be bothered to manipulate things behind the scenes. It's all up to luck now. Go ahead, kid—you're about to become the most notorious person in the entire anime world."

Bai Ye felt a headache coming on. He could already imagine how the heroines would avoid him in the future. After all, who wouldn't be worried he might accidentally pounce on them at any moment?

Just as Bai Ye was about to argue with the system, he noticed a guilty look directed at him. He remembered that he had been chatting with Kirishima Shoko when the system interrupted him. He quickly exited the system interface and turned his attention back to the girl in front of him. The previously stunned expression on his face softened into a smile as he said:

"By the way, what's your name?"

Kirishima Shoko was taken aback. She had just apologized, and Bai Ye had fallen silent. She thought he was either unwilling to accept her apology or was preparing to scold her for dragging him into this mess. She had braced herself for it, knowing she deserved whatever came her way.

But she hadn't expected him to suddenly ask her name with a smile.

"Kirishima Shoko. My name is Kirishima Shoko."

The girl took a deep breath before answering.

"What a lovely name!"

Although Bai Ye already knew who she was, he decided to play along.

Kirishima Shoko, though puzzled by Bai Ye's sudden change in demeanor, couldn't help but ask:

"And your name?"

"Bai Ye."

"Is he from the big country in the East?"

When Kirishima Shoko heard the last two words of Bai Ye's introduction, she realized he must be from that region.

"Yes."

The man holding Bai Ye noticed the two of them chatting and kicked him hard, nearly causing his legs to buckle.

"Bastard, you still have time to chat at a time like this."

Bai Ye winced in pain.

Seeing this, Kirishima Shoko's expression changed.

"Your target is me. There's no need to involve Bai Ye."

"What do you know? We need someone like him as bait."

"Besides, he's useful for sending a message."

Another one of the captors chimed in.

At this point, Bai Ye couldn't hold back his frustration.

"Damn it, can't I chat a little before I die?"

"Don't the condemned have any rights?"

By now, Bai Ye and Kirishima Shoko had been dragged away, and everyone in the corridor was stunned.

No one expected Bai Ye to curse in such a situation, but when they thought about it, it made sense. After all, he was about to die—what did he have to lose?

The woman among the captors, though her face was covered, spoke in an unremarkable voice. Bai Ye immediately gave her a low rating. Her voice was plain, and her figure was average.

"Hehe, little brother, you're quite the character. Now you're just letting it all out."

"Well, he's going to die anyway. Why bother holding back?"

The faces of the men holding Bai Ye darkened.

"Kid, you're asking for it!"

"That's enough!"

Just as one of the captors was about to hit Bai Ye again, their leader spoke up, his voice cold and commanding.

"He's just a dead man walking. Let him talk if he wants to."

"See? That's why you're the boss. You're so reasonable, while these guys are just lackeys."

"You—!"

The two lackeys had to admit that Bai Ye was really pushing his luck.

"What? You don't even listen to your boss?"

"Hey, old man over there, this guy doesn't listen to you. He's a traitor. Be careful—he might stab you in the back sooner or later. I suggest you bury him now."

The man holding Bai Ye was speechless. He hadn't expected Bai Ye to turn into such a mad dog, desperately trying to drag others down with him.

"Kid, your attempts to sow discord are too amateurish. Do you really think that'll work? Don't worry, I'll personally make sure you die when the time comes."

The others remained silent.

Bai Ye curled his lips, feeling bored.

The reason he dared to provoke them like this, even without fully integrating his powers, was because he knew the situation well. Now that they had been caught, the captors were in a hurry to leave. Unless they went back for another hostage, which seemed unlikely given their eagerness to escape, Bai Ye figured he might as well have some fun.

After finishing his taunts, Bai Ye turned to Kirishima Shoko and said:

"Shoko-chan, do you know what my dream is?"

Kirishima Shoko shook her head.

But this time, she looked at Bai Ye with a serious expression and said:

"If you have any dreams, please tell me. As long as I survive this, I'll do my best to help you achieve them."

Kirishima Shoko knew that, given her family's influence, helping Bai Ye realize his dream wouldn't be difficult. After all, the kind of people who would send kidnappers after her weren't from ordinary backgrounds.

"Alright, my dream is to have a big harem filled with beautiful girls like you."

"I wonder if Shoko-chan can make that happen?"

When Bai Ye said this, everyone around them fell silent. No one had expected him to voice such a dream.

It had to be said, the two men admitted that this was a dream many men had, but for a kid like Bai Ye to say it out loud at a time like this? In a way, he was impressive—or at least shameless.

The woman, however, looked at Bai Ye as if he were scum and said:

"Kid, it's good to have dreams, but being a scumbag isn't."

"How about I help you get rid of your 'problem' before that?" Those who understood her meaning knew exactly what she was implying.

Kirishima Shoko was stunned. She hadn't expected Bai Ye to make such a request. But considering their current situation, she replied seriously:

"If I survive, I can promise you… but only me. I can't speak for anyone else."

Kirishima Shoko wasn't even sure if she would make it out alive. After all, the kidnappers had targeted her to blackmail her family and gain leverage over the Kirishima family's influence.

If they were just after money, they could have kidnapped someone richer. But no, they wanted power. And once the transaction was complete, it was hard to say whether the masterminds or these thugs would let her go.