Death Game: Starting as a Trickster, Pretending to Be a God

”Alchemy?”

The Tycoon looked at Lin Yu, a surprised expression appearing on his face.

”Specifically, which alchemical materials do you need?”

Lin Yu’s expression remained unchanged as he once again assumed a thoughtful pose. ”I don’t know the market prices for these things... but they should be quite expensive, so I also wanted to ask you, Brother He, if you have any cheaper alternative recommendations.”

”Jadeite Laurel, Night Coral, Brightlight Cordyceps...”

Lin Yu casually listed several precious alchemical materials he had seen on the gift list for Sleepless Sky Huoxing’s birthday banquet.

And just as Lin Yu had anticipated, the Tycoon, being a Fourth-Tier player, was very knowledgeable. He also had some exposure to the alchemy system within the Wasteland Realm.

Just hearing Lin Yu list these materials made him involuntarily show an admiring expression.

”It seems, brother, the level of alchemy you’ve learned is not low...”

Lin Yu nodded. ”It’s alright. What I practice is intermediate alchemy from the Life Lineage, originating from a family behind the Divine Power Group. It’s the type that consumes quite a lot...”

The Tycoon spoke up, surprised. ”Could it be the ’Alchemy·Butterfly Wing’ from the Luns family?”

”That’s right. I didn’t expect Brother He to actually know,” Lin Yu put on a very astonished expression. ”Truly worthy of being a veteran player, a seasoned Fourth-Tier.”

As the words fell, Lin Yu felt belief surge.

Of course, he hadn’t mastered any alchemy yet. The conversation just now was merely using the Tycoon, misleading him into thinking Lin Yu had mastered alchemy.

Of course...

While the belief from the Tycoon alone right now wasn’t enough to actually make Lin Yu gain an ”alchemy” skill out of thin air, Lin Yu chose the Tycoon to implement the fraud not only because the Tycoon knew him but not too well, making him most likely to believe Lin Yu’s claims, but also because he considered the quality and quantity of belief the Tycoon could bring.

The Tycoon’s Fourth-Tier status meant the quality of his belief would be higher than that of other ordinary Players.

Simultaneously, as a local power in Jiangcheng, getting him to believe this news could also bring a sufficient quantity of belief.

Sure enough, upon hearing Lin Yu’s words, the Tycoon immediately expressed his stance again. ”Hah, after all, I’m already Fourth-Tier. I’ve been playing this game for almost two years, been to various realms, I have a basic understanding of the situation in each place...”

”Like the alchemy of the Wasteland Realm, I have a rough idea of the more famous schools... Intermediate Life Lineage alchemy, Divine Power Group, requires exceptionally precious materials – with all these overlapping, the one that fits the criteria and is relatively easy for players to access is ’Butterfly Wing’.”

The Tycoon said with a smile, ”However, although Butterfly Wing is a bit expensive, it is indeed useful... Don’t worry, I, your old brother, will definitely gather as many alchemical materials you can use as possible.”

”Then I’ll trouble you, Brother He.”

Lin Yu said seriously.

The Tycoon waved his hand. ”Why so polite... Swapping for some alchemical materials is a piece of cake for me. Moreover, I absolutely will not expose that you are the real buyer.”

Hearing the Tycoon say this, Lin Yu quickly spoke up. ”Actually, there’s no need for that, Brother He. You can directly say I purchased them. No need to deliberately hide the fact that I’ve learned alchemy.”

The Tycoon was puzzled. ”Why is that? Such a good new trump card you’ve learned, shouldn’t you keep it well hidden?”

”Because I just joined Order and was promoted to Assistant Team Leader with a First-Tier identity. What I need now is not to hide my weaknesses, but to make a name for myself,” Lin Yu said seriously. ”Anyway, my usual area of activity is in Jiangcheng, so there won’t be any real danger, right?”

Hearing Lin Yu’s words, the Tycoon fell into thought.

Hearing Lin Yu’s explanation, he thought he understood Lin Yu’s mindset.

”You Order members certainly have more to consider than ordinary players,” the Tycoon said with emotion. ”Then let’s do as you wish. But I remind you... the dangerous aspects of conflict between Players often aren’t in reality, but within dungeons.”

”Although you are in Jiangcheng, where you end up after joining a dungeon is an unknown.”

As the Tycoon spoke, Lin Yu once again spoke seriously.

”Players who end up together in a dungeon generally won’t have too big a difference in strength,” Lin Yu said, and at this point, several figures flashed through his mind, making him pause involuntarily. ”In short... my previous reputation wasn’t exactly unknown, and it’s not like I haven’t encountered people targeting me in dungeons, but I’m still alive.”

”Hiding the matter about my Class from you before, Brother He, was truly a last resort. My own personality isn’t one that likes to hide – acting openly and aboveboard is my style.”

Hearing Lin Yu’s righteous and resounding words, the Tycoon showed an appreciative expression. ”Excellent, brother! I really like guys with your character! We really hit it off right away!”

”It’s a pity you joined Order... No, there’s nothing to pity. A talent like you should join Order!”

The Tycoon praised lavishly.

Lin Yu nodded slightly. ”It’s fine. Although I didn’t join Jiang’an Hall, what I said just now was all sincere. Whenever there’s a place I can help, Brother He, feel free to speak up – whether through Old Yao or contacting me directly is fine.”

As he spoke, Lin Yu stood up, preparing to bid farewell and leave.

”If there’s nothing else, I’ll head back first. There are still some matters to handle on the Order side.”

The Tycoon also stood up. ”Brother, wait a moment!”

He turned and took out two exquisite gift boxes from under the cabinet behind him. ”Take these. They’re for you and Team Leader Good Night.”

”Brother He, it’s not that I want to refuse your kindness,” Lin Yu said with difficulty. ”But Order’s discipline has explicit regulations. What you’re doing is clearly bribery. If I accept, I’d be violating rules and regulations.”

The Tycoon waved his hand grandly. ”Brother, don’t worry. I have Order’s Ten Disciplines, Five Cautions, Two Nevers, and Two Musts memorized by heart. This stuff absolutely doesn’t violate any of your regulations.”

Lin Yu looked closely. One gift box was a health supplement gift pack, the other was a fruit gift box.

”The health supplements are for you, the fruit is for Team Leader Good Night,” the Tycoon said seriously. ”They’re not expensive and can’t be converted to cash, just a little token of appreciation. Take them for your own use.”

”This is the year-end bonus I paid out of my own pocket for Jiang’an Hall members. Everyone gets a share.”

Lin Yu accepted the gift boxes. ”Alright, then I won’t refuse further... Next time I visit you, I’ll bring a return gift.”

”Really?” The Tycoon was overjoyed. ”That’s so embarrassing... Just bring me a McDonald’s combo meal!”

Listening to the Tycoon’s tone, Lin Yu vaguely had a feeling.

It seemed like he was waiting for the McDonald’s combo meal before giving him the gift boxes.

Just how much does this guy like Western fast food?

And why can’t he buy it himself?

Although Lin Yu had doubts in his heart, he still nodded.

”Okay, I understand.”