Online: I Can See Health Bars Chapter 1368 - 611: First Trial Assessment (Part 2)

"Impossible!"

Whoosh—

Qi Sheng’s previously unfocused gaze suddenly sharpened.

"You mean the Lian Xiaoya that Jin Er mentioned? Are you absolutely certain you haven’t mistaken the person?"

"I can’t be one hundred percent certain, but the probability is quite high..."

Fang Yu also harbored some doubt.

However, Qiu Xiaoping had indeed stated that the surname ‘Lian’ was uncommon, at least within their remote region.

Fang Yu had been immersed in the game since its inception, traversing from Tianyuan Town all the way to Thunder City, encountering a vast array of individuals.

Yet, regarding the surname Lian, upon deeper reflection, he couldn't recall encountering anyone with it.

Wait, no!

He dimly recalled a prisoner named [Lian Rui] within the Foolish Underworld prison in Tianyuan Town. However, the memory was hazy; his mind had been consumed by the surrounding horrors of the prison, leaving no room to focus on the names or surnames of other inmates.

Those were truly tumultuous times... He found himself wondering if Qian Guxing was still alive and had managed to escape Tianyuan Town.

Pondering the woman who had initially provided him with aid, whose current state of being was now uncertain, Fang Yu couldn’t help but feel a twinge of sorrow.

"Alright, alright, you’ve done well! My own subordinates are truly incompetent, unable to even locate a single individual!"

Qi Sheng’s voice snapped Fang Yu back to the present.

The immediate objective was to find Lian Xiaoya with utmost urgency and rescue Sister Jin!

"According to the intel I’ve compiled, Lian Xiaoya likely hails from a settlement known as Lianyun Village. Its in-game location is situated near Rolling Bone Bone City. I’ve already posted a substantial bounty on the game forum for any information pertaining to this area, so I anticipate receiving results shortly. Furthermore, we could enlist the assistance of nearby players within the game to aid in the investigation..."

Fang Yu articulated his strategy point by point.

Qi Sheng listened intently, his expression shifting between excitement and contemplation.

Once Fang Yu concluded, Qi Sheng promptly declared, "Your conceptualization is sound, and the execution plan is adequate. However, the offered reward is far too modest. A sum of ten thousand is insufficient to incentivize widespread participation and will not generate the desired buzz for brand recognition. There’s no need to amend that existing post; I shall have someone issue a new one on the forum later, escalating the reward to ten million. Whoever furnishes Lian Xiaoya’s current whereabouts will receive this sum. Moreover, those providing any relevant information about Lian Xiaoya can still earn rewards ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands..."

Ten million...

Fang Yu felt as though the digits were swirling before his eyes; such an astronomical figure seemed foreign to him.

Despite Fang Yu possessing some wealth at this juncture, it was nowhere near the level required for such extravagant spending on promotional events, generating hype, or cultivating popularity... or rather, he lacked the mindset for it.

This scarcity stemmed from a childhood of poverty, rendering the idea of expending millions on such endeavors unimaginable.

"Furthermore, simply posting a 'missing person' notice is an overly simplistic approach. I have cultivated certain connections within corporate circles, extending to high-end studios and even elite professional players. I will dispatch individuals to liaise with them directly, negotiate compensation for their services, and deploy teams to Rolling Bone Bone City for continuous information gathering. Concurrently, these teams can also verify the authenticity of the intel submitted through the forum."

"The media company under my management will also contribute by disseminating press releases, orchestrating a coordinated media blitz to cast a wide net in the real world."

"Additionally, we must propagate rumors, fabricating a narrative of Lian Xiaoya possessing a legendary treasure. I will commission ghostwriters to craft promotional content and amplify the public excitement even further..."

"As for the players currently in or near Rolling Stone City, we should endeavor to recruit them. We can even ascertain their real-world identities and offer them significantly inflated salaries and bonuses—perhaps several times, or even tenfold—to entice them to join our organization and work exclusively for us."

Qi Sheng elaborated on each strategy, transforming a simple request for information into an ambitious, large-scale operation. This encompassed not only an exorbitant reward but also the involvement of actors, ghostwriters, extensive hype generation, mainstream media coverage, and even his personal endorsement and a press conference.

After absorbing the entirety of Qi Sheng’s plan, Fang Yu felt utterly bewildered, his mind nearly overwhelmed.

It was a stark illustration of the disparity between a small-time operative’s perspective and that of a major entrepreneur and magnate.

Fang Yu’s approach was limited in scope, but Qi Sheng’s maneuvers possessed the potential to ignite a firestorm within the gaming community. For an extended period, Lian Xiaoya would likely become a dominant trending topic across numerous social media platforms.

Visibly, countless gamers would become invested, proactively embarking on a quest to locate Lian Xiaoya, gather information about her, and participate in this unfolding event.

Qi Sheng meticulously crafted his strategy, instilling a sense of security in Fang Yu.

Sister Jin indeed possessed a formidable father figure.

"Then I shall depart to make the necessary arrangements. Inform me immediately if any developments arise."

After gathering further particulars, Qi Sheng departed with renewed vigor.

Compared to his previous aimless state, a clear objective now guided him.

While Meng Er might remain in a permanent vegetative state, Jin Er had a genuine possibility of recovery!

In the physical realm, he was actively orchestrating other players within the game, tasking them with the retrieval of crucial information.

Simultaneously, within the game's confines, Diao Deyi, a highly skilled player, stood ready to provide indispensable combat support for the impending rescue operation.

It was a viable plan!

They were certainly going to rescue Jin Er!

Qi Sheng's fist tightened with conviction.

Upon exiting Fang Yu's chamber, he instructed his driver to proceed to his clandestine training facility, the operational hub for hundreds of game-hardened enforcers.

With substantial investment poured into the endeavor, Professor Tao's research was yielding exceptionally promising results.

Should everything proceed as anticipated, he would soon command a legion of soldiers whose loyalty would be absolute, even in the face of global catastrophe.

And now, the moment had arrived for these soldiers to face their inaugural trial mission.

...

"What?! The reward is an entire day spent outdoors?!"

Xu Zhentian leaped from his bed with startling alacrity!

A full day of freedom outside! He could finally reunite with his family for a complete day!

Apart from the stringent prohibition against disclosing his current circumstances and the omnipresent 24/7 surveillance, he was at liberty to do as he pleased, with the added incentive of a substantial monetary bonus!

"What does the task entail? Is the reward exclusively for a single individual?"

His roommate, Chen Yayue, offered a gentle shake of his head.

"We have yet to learn the specifics of the task; they are currently gathering personnel for a roll call. I surmise the mission details will be disclosed then."

Having uttered these words, Chen Yayue felt a familiar wave of dizziness wash over him.

Ever since his visit to Professor Tao's facility, his mental equilibrium had been precarious, with only the virtual confines of the game offering any semblance of normalcy.

Chen Yayue harbored suspicions of an underlying illness, yet the base physicians, despite their thorough examinations, reported no abnormalities.

Despite their esteemed credentials, international training, involvement in pioneering treatment research, and impressive professional histories, Chen Yayue remained unconvinced by the base doctors.

He placed greater faith in diagnoses rendered by external medical institutions than those provided at the base.

Were he granted a day of outdoor liberty, his first priority would be to see his sister, Chen Ya, followed by a visit to a hospital to ascertain the cause of his persistent headaches...

"Let's go! This mission, I am determined to succeed!"

Xu Zhentian exuded an air of confidence, perhaps a result of novel experiences or personal growth attained within the game.

Chen Yayue felt a palpable sense of pressure.

He had only recently begun to participate in significant village events; while his capabilities were steadily advancing, and he had narrowly secured a position on the village patrol team, achieving selection for Peace Village seemed exceedingly improbable.

"I wonder how arduous this mission, orchestrated by our superiors, will prove to be..."

As Xu Zhentian's musings drifted ahead, Chen Yayue's heart grew heavy.

With numerous individuals vying for a solitary opportunity, overcoming the challenge would necessitate a confluence of both formidable skill and sheer fortune.

"To see Chen Ya... no matter the difficulty, I must seize this chance!"

Regarding finances, the organization consistently remitted funds to his sister's account, alleviating any concerns about her medical expenses or daily living costs.

However, the absence of direct contact left Chen Yayue unsettled, perpetually anxious about his sister's well-being and the progress of her recovery.

They reached the designated assembly point, an expansive outdoor plaza.

Much like a school assembly, an increasing number of individuals congregated, though the commanding figures had yet to make their appearance.

Just as Chen Yayue's impatience began to mount, a contingent of individuals, conspicuously attired in suits and leather shoes incongruous with the surroundings, ascended the elevated platform before the assembled crowd.