Chapter 92 Holographic Online Games are So Cool (Part 13)

Si Yisi glanced at Liejiu Qinghan, then said nothing more.

This celebration was a very private event, and guests were required to present a special invitation and undergo a metal-detection screening process.

Si Yisi touched the white rose brooch pinned to his chest. It was a storage magic item, inside which was hidden his light bow and arrow.

"I am very pleased to have invited all of you brave warriors who have made great contributions to the defense of the city today," said Emperor Zhao Yinggan of the human race, a plump middle-aged man, waving his hands with great excitement.

"The awarding ceremony will take place before the banquet ends. Now—let our heroes revel to their hearts' content!"

Zhao Yinggan raised his glass, the purplish-red wine swirling in the bright light.

He dedicated his time to all the brave warriors present!

"Hello, the newly appointed Viscount Liejiu Qinghan." Someone took the initiative to step forward and strike up a conversation with Liejiu Qinghan.

The minor nobleman glanced at the aloof Si Yisi and exclaimed, "Your lady is very beautiful today, absolutely gorgeous."

"Thank you for the compliment," the strong liquor and cold air replied to the young nobleman.

He tried to strike up a conversation, hoping to extract some useful information from this seemingly casual exchange.

Sure enough, the minor nobleman fell for the allure of strong, aloof liquor.

"Your Excellency, are you saying you'd like to try a different profession soon?" the minor nobleman inquired. "If that's the case... then I might have a suitable path."

In addition to the eight races and several publicly listed classes in the Stellar online game, there are also hidden classes marked with question marks.

These opportunities are always rare and depend on luck or connections to obtain relevant information from various sources.

Even the strong liquor and cold-blooded man hadn't expected this young nobleman to be so talented.

He chuckled a few times, his gaze intentionally or unintentionally sweeping over the elf Si Yisi, who was a few steps behind him.

Her rank, which was known to be high and cold, had been investigated long ago just in case. Given the sensitivity of an elf of that rank, it was impossible for her to have overheard the conversation between him and the minor nobleman.

Si Yisi's ears twitched slightly; her long, pointed, elfin ears trembled subtly in sync with the frequency of Li Jiu Qinghan's speech.

He heard everything. A...opportunity to change jobs?

This opportunity would be invaluable to other players, but it was dispensable to Si Yisi.

He listened to the strong liquor and continued his conversation with the minor nobleman.

“If you would like, I can introduce you to the person in charge right now,” the young nobleman said in a low voice.

"Right now?"

"Yes, that sir already knows the Viscount's purpose. Please follow me."

"Okay." Liejiu Qinghan agreed without hesitation.

He stood up and walked to Si Yisi's side, looking at the elf who seemed out of place in the extravagant atmosphere of the celebration, and silently expressed his apology.

“His Majesty the Emperor has something to discuss with me, I’ll be right back.” Liejiu Qinghan then added, “There’s a noble NPC over there watching you, if you don’t mind, perhaps you two could have a dance?”

The tall, handsome noble NPC appeared quite elegant, and he approached Si Yisi as if to invite him to dance.

The strong liquor and cold air brushed past the noble NPC and, guided by the minor noble, left through a side door of the celebration venue.

The noble NPC walked up to Si Yisi and reached out her hand to him. It was Freya: "Your Majesty, the way that undead is looking at you is truly disgusting."

Si Yisi turned her head slightly to look in the direction where Liejiu Qinghan had left: "There will be plenty of opportunities to deal with him."

Freya added, "The human nobleman's talk about changing jobs is most likely a scam."

"How so?"

Freya frowned and explained to Si Yisi in detail: "The power required for a job change is enormous, and even the 'mentor' who helps with the job change will damage a part of their essence."

Therefore, even a high-ranking mage would rarely choose to make such a great sacrifice to help someone change classes.

“I understand.” Sis said, then smiled at Freya. “Cover me up, I’m going to find that undead. I have a feeling I can find something interesting about him.”

"yes."

Freya obeyed unconditionally. She watched as Si Yisi slowly blended into the nobles like a shadow, and soon disappeared as if turning into water.

Si Yisi had some doubts about that minor nobleman.

Liejiu Qinghan was undoubtedly the strongest among the group of warriors invited by the human emperor.

However, his rank was not high, only reaching the rank of viscount—and that was entirely due to money.

The nobleman's attire revealed his impoverished circumstances, but he never showed any sign of destitution.

The reason why he sought out strong liquor and cold drinks is worth exploring.

Si Yisi followed closely behind Lie Jiu Qinghan, his bow poised to strike, as if ready at any moment—

An arrow was shot!

After following for a while, Si Yisi suddenly felt dizzy. This dizziness seemed to be caused by suddenly changing into a different space.

If Si Yisi hadn't been so perceptive, focusing every inch of his mind on this, he probably wouldn't have noticed it at all, just like the strong liquor's coolness.

"My lord!" The young nobleman placed his hand on his chest and gave a salute.

Before Si Yisi lay a spacious room, its interior furnishings showcasing understated luxury. Yet, an invisible mist permeated the room.

The room felt fake to Si Yisi.

It's clearly exquisite in every detail, but that's precisely why it is—

Everything was fake. Every corner of the room felt unreal.

The man bowing to the minor noble was a rather dignified middle-aged man, but his appearance bore a striking resemblance to the human emperor.

This lord is Zhao Liang, the uncle of Emperor Zhao Ying of the human race!

"Hello, Viscount Liejiu Qinghan." Imperial Uncle Zhao Liang gave Liejiu Qinghan a dignified yet satisfied look. "You are the most talented person I have ever seen. Your resume fully demonstrates that you have the ability to shoulder greater responsibilities."

"So I brought you here in the hope that you can help eliminate the hidden forces lurking in the capital..." Zhao Liang's words were full of sincerity. "In return, I can promise you an opportunity to freely choose your profession within my capabilities."

"Viscount of Fierce Spirit and Refined Heart, are you willing to take on this arduous task?"

The player heard a system notification: [Hidden quest received: Eliminate the shadows lurking in the imperial city.]

Once the mission begins, it cannot be stopped. Players must make their final decision promptly.

Perhaps due to the hidden mission, the system notification sound in Liejiu Qinghan's ear had a sense of urgency.

The voice was like a hand gripping one's heart, instilling a deep sense of urgency in one for no apparent reason.

"Yes, I'm willing." The series of risk warnings reached Liejiu Qinghan's ears, but none of this could stop him from getting the rich experience points and job change rewards offered by this hidden quest!

This was undoubtedly his opportunity.

The strong liquor and the chilled feeling made me realize that things had finally turned around.

However, he believes that all this good fortune is built on a very strong foundation of ability!

Si Yisi concealed himself as if he were invisible. He was surrounded by the power of the Demon King, and none of the players or NPCs in the room noticed his whereabouts!

He heard Zhao Liang say, "This is the list of those who disrupt the order of the imperial city. I urge Viscount Liejiu Qinghan to continue his efforts!"

"I await your return, Viscount!"

The list that Zhao Liang gave to Liejiu Qinghan contained detailed information about the existence of these shadows.

When Si Yisi used the power of the Demon King to spy on the list, she suddenly felt a tremor in her heart.

The top figure on the list is not an NPC in the game, but a high-level player who can be considered a pillar of a guild!

But the name listed on that player's profile had absolutely nothing to do with him.

In a private forum set up for only a few players.

We have all received the same hidden mission—there is a suspected henchman of the Demon King hiding in the human royal city, and he has sent a capable subordinate, Han Qing, to capture you all.

Time limit: 10 days.

Task reward: ? ? ?

Note: The human territory has been completely sealed off, and our trusted lieutenants have already discovered all players' hidden identities!

Just as the winds were shifting, the account of [断笔画墨] was once again showing as logging in...

Luo Yi'an, wearing the game helmet that belonged to his younger brother Luo Xinxiu, logged into the game using his account!