SFS Chapter 6 is in trouble, it's a logic monster!
Chapter 6 is in trouble, it's a logic monster!
Shen Qing took out several sheets of paper from his sleeve and unfolded them. The paper was covered with dense ink writing, as well as many lines and circles.
"Ordinary people have a strategy value of 1 to 10, while the more prominent their status and the greater their influence, the higher their strategy value. For example, an emperor can reach a strategy value of up to 10. You said that, didn't you?"
[Uh...] The system had a feeling there was a trap ahead, and despite rapidly processing the data, it couldn't find anything wrong. [That's right, what insights do you have, Host?]
"So here's the question," Shen Qing spread his hands, "how come mysterious non-carbon-based life forms like yours also divide people into different classes based on their status?"
[...] The system hadn't really thought about this question in detail, and thought it was perfectly normal. How could commoners be compared to emperors and generals? But Shen Qing's question made it clear that something was amiss.
"Human class should be unimportant to you, so what's the difference between commoners and kings?" Shen Qing ignored the bewildered system and continued speaking.
"So I made a bold assumption: since what I want is not something material, I will approach it from a metaphysical perspective."
Shen Qing emphasized the two circled words: "Luck!"
The system was intimidated by Shen Qing's imposing aura and began to follow his train of thought.
Shen Qing pointed to the sixteen countries listed and said, "Based on the strategy points you provided, I basically need to travel to all sixteen countries to reach the target."
[No need for so many. The conquest value of royalty, nobles, and famous figures is also very high. Five or six countries at most will be enough.] The system seemed a little guilty.
"Hehe~ Although I have never run a business, I still have the basic common sense that profit is only after deducting costs and losses."
Shen Qing stood up and turned around. "Look at this body's figure. Although it's only 14 years old and hasn't fully matured yet, based on my experience of seeing countless beauties, it can only grow into an 80-point beauty at most. It's far from being a stunning beauty."
"To meet your outrageous targets, we can't spend strategy points to buy items?"
"I glanced at it briefly last time, and all sorts of things in the system shop, like 'slender waist,' 'jade-like skin,' and 'radiant eyes,' are not cheap at all."
Even if you're going to work, you still have to drive yourself and fill up your own gas tank.
"My assistant receives a car allowance."
【…】
"Alright, forget about that," Shen Qing said, adopting an attitude of not wanting to argue with you. "But doing your job involves constantly provoking powerful figures, which is too risky. You'll need a few 'substitute puppets,' right? One!"
Shen Qing clapped her hands: "Well, well, we're back to square one."
"It's difficult for me to do things for you if you're like this."
[...] What happened to your promise that you couldn't do business?
【How about this, honey? After you bind to the system, I'll personally pay for a substitute puppet for you.】
"You still have private property?"
"Of course there are performance rewards!" the system said proudly. "I'm a veteran who has guided 88 hosts, with a 99% mission completion rate."
Shen Qing's brow twitched. For the system, strategy points were money. What did they need money for? Of course, they wanted to spend it. It was good that there were needs. It meant that the system wasn't just a machine; it had its own thoughts and feelings, which meant there was more room for manipulation.
There's another unexpected bonus: someone who can casually give away a house must have assets of at least ten houses. This system is pretty lucrative, hehehe~
Can I bind my account to the system now?
"Of course...no!"
【Why is this happening again?!】The system doesn't have a liver, yet it feels a dull ache in a non-existent part.
Shen Qing narrowed her eyes and picked up two fingers. "I still have a tiny bit of a guess."
[...] No, you don't want to! The system sensed Egg's sadness.
"If the first assumption is true, and your strategy points really are harvesting other people's luck, then what happens to those who lose their luck?"
"It could be very unlucky. You know, when people are unlucky, they are more likely to die, like choking on water or falling off a horse..."
"Most of the world's fortune is concentrated on those exceptional individuals. Even personal misfortune can lead to serious consequences, so..." Shen Qing said solemnly, "what will this world become? Or will it simply collapse?"
The system was horrified by what it heard.
[Impossible! My hosts all lived wonderful lives after completing their missions!]
Have you conducted a follow-up call?
The system is stuck? Well, not really.
Shen Qing shrugged. "You see, his suspicions aren't entirely unfounded."
The system trembled with fear. It had no idea what to do with itself; God above, it was just a weak, helpless, and pitiful system!
Could it be that it really is a villain? The system fell into self-doubt.
"Cough cough~" Shen Qing coughed lightly twice with her fist to her lips, comforting her, "Don't be sad. A conjecture that hasn't been verified by multiple parties is not credible. We're just making a bold assumption, and we still need to carefully collect evidence."
The system was so moved by the unexpected concern that it was brought to tears; he was truly a good person.
[How would you like to verify this, Host?]
Shen Qing smiled sincerely, "Come on, lend me a substitute puppet to study."
Are you kidding me?
"Tsk~ How can you talk like that?" Shen Qing said matter-of-factly, "What company doesn't offer samples or trial sizes when promoting a product? Don't you know about user experience?"
That seems to make some sense, but a substitute puppet won't work, and the system would also be heartbroken.
[The substitute puppet can only be given to you after you bind it, but I can give you a set of strategy items so you can experience the quality of the products from the system store.]
Yes! The plan works! Brother Xun's theory about opening windows is absolutely true. If you think your room is dark and you want to open a window, people may not agree, but if you want to remove the ceiling, they will be willing to open a window.
As Shen Qing was secretly pleased, five beauty cards of unknown material appeared out of thin air in front of her. Upon closer inspection, they were Zhao Feiyan, Yang Yuhuan, Wang Zhaojun, Xi Shi, and Diao Chan.
[Legendary Beauty Trial Card, limited to 1 hour. Using it grants you the unique buffs of a legendary beauty, such as Zhao Feiyan's agility, capable of performing a dance on a palm; a host once used it to amaze everyone.]
"What a useless thing," Shen Qing muttered disdainfully. "Oh well, it's better than nothing. There's always next time."
Meanwhile, the system was secretly making its own calculations. After all, this set of limited-time trial cards was leftover from the previous host's newbie gift pack, so it didn't cost any money.
Thus, in this round of negotiations, Shen Qing made a small profit, the system didn't lose out, and both sides were fairly satisfied.
Meanwhile, in the Jin Garden study, Shen Shi's face was solemn and his eyes were deep. In the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, he had learned about Shen Qing's movements that day.
This demonstrates Xin Yi's efficiency and his control over the mansion.
"Go down."
"promise."
Shen Shi held two chess pieces, pondering the report he had just heard. Qing Xi suddenly went mad and jumped into the lake. After coming up, she chased everyone away and locked herself in her room. In the afternoon, she suddenly came to Wensi Pavilion to read history books and current affairs that she was not usually interested in. In the end, she still went to the kitchen to sift wheat flour nine times.
Connecting the dots, Shen Shi arrived at an unbelievable conclusion...