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

Chapter 176: Awakening and Negotiation · Oct 14, 2026

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151 Chapter 151: Delicacies Falling From the Sky 2026-10-14
152 Chapter 152: The Situation Unravels, A Chance to Reinforce 2026-10-14
153 Chapter 153: Rather Than Improving Yourself, Slander Others 2026-10-14
154 Chapter 154: An Unprecedented Collaboration 2026-10-14
155 Chapter 155: Lin Yuʼs Backup Plan and Absolute Violence 2026-10-14
156 Chapter 156: Counterattack and Reversal 2026-10-14
157 Chapter 157: Game Theory Lesson 2026-10-14
158 Chapter 158: A Performance That Shocked Everyone 2026-10-14
159 Chapter 159: Lin Yuʼs Perfect Plan 2026-10-14
160 Chapter 160: Perfect Item Synergy! 2026-10-14
161 Chapter 161: The Victor and the Loser 2026-10-14
162 Chapter 162: The Main Course and Memories 2026-10-14
163 Chapter 163: Dessert Course, Blank Canvas 2026-10-14
164 Chapter 164: The Most Dangerous Phase and Robinʼs Trial and Error 2026-10-14
165 Chapter 165: United Effort, Banquet Card 2026-10-14
166 Chapter 166: The Second Dessert 2026-10-14
167 Chapter 167: How to Use the ʼFreelancerʼ 2026-10-14
168 Chapter 168: The Crucial Moment, The Unexpected Card 2026-10-14
169 Chapter 169: Li Hua’s Summary 2026-10-14
170 Chapter 170: Radishʼs Resolve 2026-10-14
171 Chapter 171: The Banquet Reaches Its Climax, The Perilous Dessert Round 2026-10-14
172 Chapter 172: Lucky Sweetness, A Perfect Yet Desperate Situation! 2026-10-14
173 Chapter 173: The Perfect Solution and Invitation 2026-10-14
174 Chapter 174: The Final Segment, God of the Banquet 2026-10-14
175 Chapter 175: You Have No Right to Crown Me 2026-10-14
176 Chapter 176: Awakening and Negotiation 2026-10-14
177 Chapter 177: Meeting with the God of Revelry 2026-10-14
178 Chapter 178: Sorting the Rewards 2026-10-14
179 Chapter 179: The Director and Hannah 2026-10-14
180 Chapter 180: Immortal Brew Complete, An Unexpected Encounter 2026-10-14
181 Chapter 181: Are You... A Player? 2026-10-14
182 Chapter 182: The Essence of Promotion 2026-10-14
183 Chapter 183: Messages from Different Identities, The Ultimate Scheme 2026-10-14
184 Chapter 184: Fu Luoʼs Request 2026-10-14
185 Chapter 185: Infiltrating the Order! Familiar Faces Again! 2026-10-14
186 Chapter 186: Deciphering the Riddle 2026-10-14
187 Chapter 187: Operation Begins: The Puzzle Commission 2026-10-14
188 Chapter 188: The Location Solved! Orderʼs Reward! 2026-10-14
189 Chapter 189: Operation Deployment and Lin Yuʼs Counter-Deduction 2026-10-14
190 Chapter 190: Countermeasures and Chance Encounters 2026-10-14
191 Chapter 191: Small Noodle Shop 2026-10-14
192 Chapter 192: Exposure, Negotiation 2026-10-14
193 Chapter 193: Negotiation Success! Lin Yu’s Brilliant Move! 2026-10-14
194 Chapter 194: Favors and Connections 2026-10-14
195 Chapter 195: Free Activity Time, Switching Identities! 2026-10-14
196 Chapter 196: Maraudersʼ Stronghold, Selection 2026-10-14
197 Chapter 197: Assessment Begins, Lin Yu’s Observation 2026-10-14
198 Chapter 198: The Battle for Reputation 2026-10-14
199 Chapter 199: A’Yu’s Kindness 2026-10-14
200 Chapter 200: Going Home 2026-10-14

Chapter 176: Awakening and Negotiation

What could be more satisfying for Lin Yu than ”winning an acting award and going on stage to receive it”?

Of course, refusing the award!

If he couldnʼt act...

This scenario better matched Lin Yuʼs idea of a ”daydream.”

This was what he had always wanted to do.

As the trophy shattered, the ”illusion” froze.

After Lin Yuʼs scathing verbal assault, the shocked expressions of the hosts, guests, and audience members all froze in place.

The only one who could still move was Lin Yu.

And...

The God of Banquets, Wine, and Revelry who appeared beside him.
”I see now!”

This liquor-bottle-headed figure wore floor-length white robes, holding an engraved golden goblet in his left hand and a kylix pottery cup in his right, swaying as he looked around.

He had now taken on a human-sized form, even slightly shorter than Lin Yu.

The God of Revelry marveled at the scene around Lin Yu.

”Truly impressive... Even better than ʼthe honor of being adored by thousandsʼ is ʼthe feeling of trampling on the hollow fame others desperately pursueʼ...”

”I never even considered this possibility before!”

The deity lavished praise without restraint.

”Iʼll give you full marks... guest... full marks!”

The God of Revelry said excitedly.

Lin Yu remained relatively calm in the face of this sudden divine appearance.

”I simply followed my heartʼs desire.”

Hearing Lin Yuʼs words, the painted features on the liquor bottle head transformed into an expression of fervent admiration.

”This is your most precious quality... this level of ʼobsessionʼ and ʼsincerity,ʼ such wonderful yet unconscious ʼarroganceʼ and ʼwitʼ...”

”And youʼre even the first to complete it!”

”Ka already told me—neither his prized Mourning Wine from Kirishima Vineyard nor A Victorʼs Blood Runs Ever Sweet had the slightest effect on you...”

”No wonder youʼre the seventh ʼuninvited guestʼ at this banquet!”

”Iʼll be keeping an eye on you... If you became my follower, my agent, youʼd surely bring about the most interesting banquets and greatest joys!”

The God of Revelry stepped closer—

”So... guest, might you be interested?”

Before Lin Yu could answer, the god suddenly raised a finger.

”Wait, wait, donʼt answer yet—letʼs finish the banquet proceedings first.”

With a crisp snap of his fingers, the frozen illusion shattered and Lin Yu returned to his chair.

The godʼs voice echoed from above:

”Adding ʼarroganceʼ to ʼhonorʼ... brilliant concept, perfect harmony!”

”I award you five ropes!”

Five ropes descended before Lin Yu.

The transparent liquor in his glass clinked as several sharply angled ice cubes appeared.

He raised his glass to the deity in salute, then drained it in one gulp.

The cold ice made the strong liquorʼs taste sharper, reducing the burning sensation while adding layers to its rich aroma.

Beyond just his mouth, a light tipsy feeling emerged.

”Whew—”

Lin Yu exhaled a concentrated breath of alcohol.

Though he couldnʼt explain why...

This drinkʼs ”experience” truly felt best described as ”arrogance.”

He took the opportunity to observe the other players.

Each held their own glass, eyes vacant as if immersed in pleasant illusions.

Clearly...

As the god had said.

Lin Yu was the first to ”complete” and ”awaken.”

And judging by progress...

He remained far ahead.

”Though Iʼm inferior to these veteran players and experts in many ways—theyʼre all geniuses far beyond me—Iʼm not completely worthless compared to them either.”

Lin Yu mused to himself.

As he reflected, the hovering god gave him a peculiar look.

That strange expression seemed to say...

”How did this person think to add ʼarroganceʼ to the drink just now?”

Best Daydream reflected each personʼs inner desires—to complete this drink required using oneʼs most genuine, intense ”emotions.”

Yet this guestʼs current reaction seemed excessively humble?

But the God of Revelry, true to his name, didnʼt dwell on such questions.

Besides...

Another player had awakened.

Lin Yu looked across the table at Fish.

She exhaled, looking thoroughly satisfied.

”That was awesome!”

The godʼs voice sounded again from above:

”Adding ʼslaughterʼ to ʼvictoryʼ... a decent idea.”

”I award you two ropes!”

Two ropes descended before Fish.

Just from the godʼs description, Lin Yu could guess Fishʼs dream and actions.

This girl must have dreamed of fighting someone and annihilating her opponents.

The color of the soybean milk in her hand had deepened slightly.

Fish chugged the entire cup, then made a face.

”Still packs a punch... but...”

”With this salty flavor balancing it, itʼs surprisingly decent now.”

As she spoke, she noticed the other obviously awake person.

”Oh, Sister Nail? First again?”

The Best Daydream must have truly pleased Fish—her mood seemed excellent.

Earlier sheʼd been calling Lin Yu ”Fluoxetine”...

Now sheʼd reverted to the original nickname ”Sister Nail,” reflecting her shifting mood.

”Yes, first again.”

Lin Yu smiled.

Fish blinked admiringly. ”As expected from the Psychological Society—your mental resistance really is strong.”

”But speaking of which... five ropes in front of you?”

”Your reward?”

Lin Yu didnʼt deny it: ”Of course.”

”That amazing? Howʼd you do it?”

Fish asked instinctively.

Lin Yu tilted his head slightly with a light smile: ”Thatʼs a secret, Fish.”

Fish didnʼt press, just shrugged.

”Alright, back to your cryptic nonsense...”

”Just like that earlier riddle—all twisted and impossible to understand!”

But her attention soon shifted elsewhere.

”Hey, the Gamblerʼs out too!”

Beside Lin Yu, Li Hua also awakened.

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