Chapter 5 Player: There are so many people.
Wayne Manor had been deserted for a long time and there wasn't a single food source. The player woke up so hungry they were practically munching on the grass. Luckily, they saw the game's menu and could order whatever they wanted. Soon after, staff delivered it to Wayne Manor. The food was decent, definitely enough for an emergency meal.
Ordering takeout every day isn't a long-term solution. With countless zeros in his black card, I wonder if he could hire Alfred as his butler?
However, after checking the system logs, Wen Yue discovered that Alfred did not exist in this world at all—this universe was missing quite a few people, and several key figures were nowhere to be found.
Thankfully, Two-Face hasn't appeared in this world. Harvey Dent remains Gotham's "Knight of Light," diligently fighting crime and upholding justice, consistently attempting to eradicate Gotham City's criminal forces through legal means. Players can only find solace in this good news.
In recent years, the World Consciousness has been controlling the Wayne Enterprises from behind the scenes, and its decisions as the embodiment of the world have been almost flawless, demonstrating its strategic brilliance. Under these circumstances, the Wayne Enterprises, with its core business of advanced (Kryptonian) technology, has flourished and has already penetrated all aspects of society.
He had become a competent capitalist, frantically infusing himself with competition while simultaneously dragging the players along. After a series of resounding successes in his first battle on the first night, the player, having become completely nocturnal, was on the verge of night patrolling with ease. Then, the world's consciousness waved its hand, adding daytime disguise missions to the player's nighttime vigilante duties—
[Wayne's Debut: Please participate in activities as Bruce Wayne (Module Series Quests).]
Players are treated like slaves by the world's consciousness, while the world's consciousness acts as both father and mother to the players.
On the day the game issued the mission, World Mommy took time out of her busy schedule to arrange for people to deliver clothes, shoes and other supplies for her to choose from, and three meals a day were also prepared and delivered by different restaurants.
Wayne Group also received information about their young master and heard that he, as chairman and president, would be visiting the company soon. The entire group immediately began preparations.
This marked Bruce Wayne's first public appearance, and on the same day, he represented the Wayne Group at a banquet.
Why bother with a butler and secretary? A global consciousness is enough.
According to the mission schedule, players arrive at Wayne Tower and complete the game mission issued by the World Consciousness: [Wayne Debut - Mission Series One: Arrive at Wayne Corporation and meet Lucius Fox.]
The moment Wen Yue saw Lucius Fox, who had been waiting for her, a notification appeared on the game panel indicating that the mission was complete and she had received a reward.
The player was shocked: What? There are quest rewards like this?
Wen Yue had never seen any rewards in all the time she had played the game before, and she always thought that the billionaire status and the unlimited black card were the rewards.
This isn't like you, World Consciousness. These past two days, World Consciousness has been so kind to the players that it's making Wen Yue uneasy. What's with this motherly caress?
The semi-transparent game panel works diligently:
[Nanobat Armor: Mark 6.0 Suit. Utilizing nanotechnology, nanoparticles are stored in the energy-generating device of the bat bracelet for convenient wear at any time. Once activated, the nanomaterials can expand to cover part or all of the body, and can also transform into other auxiliary weapons or attack devices. The nanoparticles stored in the bracelet can also provide limited repairs to the bat armor.]
The original Batman's message: "I am the night, I am revenge, I am Batman."
Haha, how did you manage to include the old man's embarrassing past?!
More like an arm guard than a bracelet, Wen Yue put the quest reward in her game inventory.
After all, with so many eyes watching in public, players can't just pull out a Batman gauntlet from thin air and put it on their arm. Creating something out of nothing is a minor issue; revealing Batman's identity is a major one.
Lucius Fox, as the president and CEO of Wayne Enterprises and a reliable ally of the World Consciousness assigned to Wen Yue, has been working behind the scenes as Batman's scientist, manufacturing, strengthening, and repairing his armor and Batmobile.
Although Bruce Wayne never claimed to be Batman, his partner had some suspicions. Their conversation made the answer clear.
"Mr. Wayne, this is a steering vehicle modified to your specifications. It can jump a certain distance, accelerate briefly, spin in place, break through small obstacles, and has catapult capabilities, as well as omnidirectional movement and gliding. The vehicle has a top speed of approximately 160 mph (257 km/h) and is equipped with a 5.7-liter GM engine that can hold 500 horsepower. The vehicle is powered by a new energy source. When the stealth mode is activated, its built-in AI will project holographic images to the surrounding environment, blending into it, making it almost invisible. This mode makes it virtually undetectable at night, allowing you to easily shake off pursuers. The vehicle also has a built-in motorcycle that can be used."
After pointing to the vehicle, which resembled a tank, and giving his introduction, Lucius Fox turned to Wen Yue and asked, "What do you think?"
"Very good, very good, very suitable for... off-roading." Wen Yue, who was unaware of the situation, was completely bewildered by the sudden question and just stared blankly.
“Mr. Wayne, you don’t have to tell me what you’re doing if you don’t want to, but don’t treat me like a fool,” Lucius Fox said with a forced smile.
"That makes sense." Wen Yue, having given up all hope, asked directly, "You said this was modified according to my requirements, so what were my requirements?"
The world consciousness made a request that the players had no idea about. Wayne's chief scientist started by rattling off a bunch of highly technical academic terms, leaving the players completely bewildered. This was really difficult for players who skipped the main story and only knew how to grind quests and explore the map.
“It’s mainly about the built-in motor and expansion,” Lucius Fox explained.
"Expansion refers to adding capacity to what?"
"Passenger capacity: This vehicle can carry four people."
"Okay." Wen Yue finally understood the situation: the initial version of the Batmobile had a limited capacity, only able to carry Batman and one criminal in the back seat, for a total of two people. The modified Batmobile, however, had been expanded to carry four people.
"What else do you think needs to be changed?" Lucius Fox asked.
"How about a bat logo?" Wen Yue wasn't even going to pretend anymore.
[Wayne's Debut Mission 2: Arrive at Drake Manor, gain your first public appearance, and attend the banquet.]
This banquet was hosted by the Drake family and was considered Tim Drake's birthday party, but its more important purpose was to establish Tim Drake's status as heir, who would then take over the Drake Corporation.
Wen Yue did not come alone; she was accompanied by Lucius Fox.
"Is that Bruce Wayne?" Wen Yue was quickly noticed by a sharp-eyed person as soon as she got out of the car.
A few days ago, Bruce Wayne's photo was released, and various media outlets also received news that Wayne would appear at Drake's party.
“It looks like Mr. Wayne.” Someone noticed Lucius Fox, who was walking beside Wen Yue.
As president and CEO of Wayne Enterprises, Lucius Fox is a frequent media interviewee, and his appearance is also considered a trademark.
"Mr. Wayne!" The media went crazy after his identity was confirmed. This was Bruce Wayne's first public appearance, and the first-hand news was so good that any screenshot could be sold out. Do you know how valuable the surname Wayne is?
Flashes of light went off constantly.
Wen Yue's eyes welled up with tears as she was suddenly blinded by the flash of the camera lens; she squinted and frowned slightly.
His features are exquisitely sculpted and perfectly defined. His sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes exude a melancholic calmness when his eyelids are lowered, but when he notices the camera, his polite smile makes him seem to glow.
Wen Yue: This spotlight is so bright, it's not even shining, it's reflecting light.
Wen Yue was so blinded by the constant flashing lights from the photographers that she lost all sense of direction. It was only thanks to the guidance of the attendants that she was led in the right direction.
Today I got to experience what it's like to be a celebrity.
In the game Earth Online, players' mindset changes after switching maps.
One ending might be an inevitable death for the individual, while the other might be an inevitable death for the entire world. After learning about the possible future where the world is falling into a dark multiverse and will soon be destroyed, the player gives up and enters a state of sagehood.
Since they were all going to die anyway, the players were no longer afraid.
When they entered the banquet, almost all the invited guests had arrived. Bruce Wayne, as one of the last few big names to appear, never had to wait long.
When Tim Drake, the star of the party, made his entrance, everyone sang him a birthday song in a friendly manner, and the waiter brought out the birthday cake.
Amidst a lively and welcoming atmosphere filled with guests, Mr. Jack Drake (Tim's father) announced that Tim Drake would be joining the Drake Corporation as his heir. The atmosphere reached its climax, and regardless of their true thoughts, everyone present offered their blessings and cheers.
A semi-transparent game panel will display timely notifications upon task completion and distribute rewards.
Red Robin's uniform: Red and black base suit + cross belt + black outer and yellow inner cape + multi-functional special long staff + domino eye patch.
Tim, the original owner, left a message: "We chose to be family. I will never betray Bruce, Stephen, Jason, or Dick. Never."
Oh ho, what a reliable and adorable little red bird!
Tim Drake is practically part of the Batman family (though Tim himself may not know this now), and Wen Yue timely extended an offer of cooperation.
Mr. Drake naturally wouldn't refuse the olive branch extended by Mr. Wayne.
Wayne Enterprises is practically synonymous with money; its resources and capital are absolutely world-class. Coupled with the unstoppable growth of the Wayne Group in recent years, the Drake family would be guaranteed to take off if they joined this behemoth. Who could refuse a Wayne company?
Drake had his reasons, and the player had his own ulterior motives. For a time, the two chatted amiably.
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