Chapter 185 · Volume 1

Enthusiastic Working System

Cheng Shuili did not rush to make a choice, instead carefully observing the figure that had suddenly appeared.
Although wrapped from head to toe in a black robe, it was clear that this was an ordinary human—neither a beastman nor a system.
This could imply many things.
For instance...
Cheng Shuili let her thoughts wander. Could it be that a human was great enough to influence these systems? Or perhaps they had reached some kind of agreement.
Therefore, even if the system did not want this dungeon to exist, it could only watch helplessly as it opened?
Cheng Shuili shook her head; these were merely her speculations.
Given the system's malicious nature, could a human really reach an agreement with them?
There were three options for the teaching content: Basic Knowledge, Advanced Content, and In-depth Content.
The latter two were locked, leaving Cheng Shuili speechless. There was no choice to be made at all.
Cheng Shuili tapped on Basic Knowledge, and the black-robed figure, which had been silent for a long time, suddenly spoke.
"Actually, I believe you do not need this content."
Cheng Shuili paused and turned to look at it.
This was actually a system too, despite its human appearance.
It seemed to perceive Cheng Shuili's surprise, tilting its head and explaining nonchalantly: "It is just a work suit. Do you humans not have such jobs? Like handing out flyers while inside a mascot costume."
That was a fitting analogy.
But who asked?
"To be honest, I cannot understand the purpose of doing this, just as I do not understand why I must work while wearing a human skin. But unfortunately, the job posting stated it, and I agreed to it, so I must fulfill it now."
Cheng Shuili: "..."
Are all systems this enthusiastic nowadays?
"Because you are the player with the fastest progress, what you humans call the rank one, I can skip the Basic Knowledge for you."
That is quite convenient.
Cheng Shuili was about to nod when she heard it add: "However, there is one thing you seem to have misunderstood."
"Each player can only hold one identity card. Your current identity is Store Employee; the Driver Card will not take effect unless you hand your Store Employee ID to someone else."
So that was why.
Cheng Shuili had previously wondered why no customers ever rode in her vehicle.
It turned out the Driver Card had not been active at all.
She nodded, offering sincere thanks.
"Now for the second item, Advanced Content."
It chuckled briefly.
That sound gave Cheng Shuili goosebumps all over.
It was simply too human!
Something that looks human but isn't is truly terrifying...
"This content is meant to teach the source of attribute points, which seems somewhat redundant for you. You have not only obtained attribute potions but even rare shop-exclusive treasures. Therefore, we can skip this item as well."
The more Cheng Shuili listened, the more something felt off.
She raised an eyebrow, even beginning to harbor a suspicion.
Is this guy in a rush to get off work?
"Next is the third item, In-depth Content, which is an explanation regarding health value. It determines your physical health condition. Certain inappropriate behaviors will decrease this value, such as staying up late, eating rotten food, or drinking unpurified water. When your health value is too low, it increases your probability of getting sick."
"It only increases the probability; it does not guarantee illness. However, when you do get sick, your health value will certainly decrease."
Then that was correct.
Cheng Shuili was thoughtful, as her health value would never decrease, meaning she could not get sick.
This was her greatest cheat.
The Supreme Monarch title truly lived up to its status as unique.
The system paused briefly. It seemed to realize that this value held no significance for Cheng Shuili, but out of respect for its own work, it finished speaking.
"Sunbathing, maintaining hygiene, exercising, and having a proper diet will all increase this value. Therefore, players do not need to worry too much."
Cheng Shuili nodded, her gaze toward the system clearly asking a question.
Is there anything else to say?
The system: "..."
There was indeed nothing left. Is this what an honor student is like? Knowing a bit too much.
It ran its programs to think for a moment, ultimately attributing the cause to the teaching dungeon opening too late.
If it had been during the novice protection period, even this global rank one would have had to listen to it obediently.
Exactly!
"Are you teaching anything else?"
Cheng Shuili spoke up, interrupting the system's thoughts.
The system was silent for a moment before answering reluctantly: "Nothing else."
Cheng Shuili said nothing, but the system read two words in her eyes: That's it?
The system: "..."
"Then can I leave now?"
Cheng Shuili asked again.
She was truly concerned about this.
After all, she hadn't told Su Rui that she had entered a dungeon. If that silly girl thought she was still outside the vehicle and waited foolishly, that wouldn't be good.
The system: "..."
It used to be the one urging players to leave quickly; it never expected to see this day.
"Everyone's teaching time is fifteen minutes; please wait patiently."
It is only fifteen minutes?
And that started from the basic knowledge, plus the time spent looking at the panel and making selections.
The actual learning time was less than ten minutes?
Cheng Shuili clicked her tongue lightly, finding it normal.
This was consistent with her impression of the system. How could such a sinister and cunning thing set up something truly beneficial for players?
The system: "..."
The human before it hadn't said a word, yet it inexplicably felt mocked.
It wanted a transfer!
It wanted to apply for a transfer!
This hateful human—it never wanted to see this hateful human again.
But each player could only enter the teaching dungeon once; that's right, this was the last time it would see this hateful human!
The system felt much better and intended to wait in silence for the time to pass when it heard Cheng Shuili ask: "Do you know how energy stones are obtained?"
The system immediately became vigilant. It shook its head emphatically and warned in a low voice: "Human, please do not attempt to obtain other information from me."
Fine.
Cheng Shuili's gaze returned to the statue, and she asked: "Then can you tell me about this statue?"
The system shook its head again, the warning in its voice becoming even heavier: "Although the mortality rate of the teaching dungeon is very low, it is definitely not 0%."
Cheng Shuili: "..."
So fierce.
Fine, if it won't tell me, I won't ask. Can't I just look at it myself?
Cheng Shuili stared at the sculpture for a long while. It was indeed magnificent; the figure stood simply, yet exuded a sense of holiness.
The statue was carved entirely from some kind of glowing white ore, its surface shimmering with multicolored light.
But... why is this material so familiar?
Huh?
Cheng Shuili was startled, her breathing quickening. Isn't this an energy stone?!

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