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Chapter 824

"1118, you know the rules. If you want to replace 1003 as the executor of the second group, you have to complete the two projects selected by the adjudicator of this group. Are you sure you want to become 1003's successor?"

At the top of the tower, Gu Mian and Teacher Killer stood facing each other.

1766 stood not far from the two of them, looking at Gu Mian with a gloomy expression. He originally thought that his advancement was a foregone conclusion, but he did not expect 1118 to suddenly appear out of nowhere.

Of course he recognized this person; this person was the first in votes and the most popular in the first stage, while he himself was at the bottom.

While on the cruise ship, he secretly envied the large room and gourmet meals that 1118 stayed in, and even fantasized about what it would be like if he were number one.

Unexpectedly, the second phase started with a reversal, and the new vote put him at the top, while the previous number one, 1118, was relegated to the bottom.

Although 1118 hadn't offended him in any way, he inexplicably felt a sense of revenge and triumph.

“You used to be number one, swaggering around in front of me. But now the roles are reversed, I’m ranked higher than you, and you can only watch me languish in the dust.” — He often thought to himself after the second phase began.

But unexpectedly, the arrogant 1118 jumped out at this time and became his obstacle.

Gu Mian on the stage took two steps forward, getting as close as possible to the nine-square grid in the center of the tower: "I'm determined to become 1003's successor."

While speaking, Gu Mian secretly paid attention to the ground beneath her feet. The nine-square grid rose up from below, so there must be some kind of opening at the top of the tower that could be opened and closed. The location of the opening would generally be weaker than other places.

He quickly noticed a straight crack in the floor beneath his feet; this must be the opening where the pyramid had risen. The principle is similar to an elevator door: when something rises from below, the two doors open to reveal the interior of the pyramid.

Gu Mian thought to herself, "I'll start sawing from this seam."

"It seems our 1118 is really brave. I wonder if it's because they got first place in the first stage that they've become so bold. Even though the first two warriors have already met their demise, 1118 still came up on stage with beautiful fantasies, believing that they could successfully complete both projects. It's really touching." Teacher Killer couldn't resist teasing Gu Mian while hosting.

Even the teacher himself didn't know why, but he felt very unhappy whenever he saw the number 1118.

However, thinking about how kind-hearted 1118 would die a horrible death soon, he looked at 1766 with a smile: "1118 has been confirmed as the relay runner today, so it's your turn to choose two events for him. Of course, it's best to choose events that everyone can see."

He wanted to witness 1118's death firsthand. Although the Ferris wheel ride was interesting, the audience missed out on some of the fun because they couldn't see the process.

Gu Mian was very popular among the upper class and was the first person to go on stage in the second phase to take over the death executioner. The audience below cheered happily.

They originally thought they wouldn't see 1118 play, but unexpectedly he made a fool of himself and walked right into their trap. How could they not be happy?

Unlike the audience, Judge 1766 gritted his teeth as he looked at Gu Mian. Theoretically, the probability of an executor successfully passing a project twice in a row was extremely small, so he had nothing to worry about.

But 1766 was still uneasy. 1118 was the first place in the previous stage, and he dared not underestimate him.

His gaze darted around the room, as if considering which activity could truly kill someone.

After hesitating for a long time, he finally made a decision.

"I chose roller coasters, twice." The experience given by predecessors was indeed useful. 1766 decided not to experiment with things that no one had tried before, but instead to choose things that predecessors had tried and died miserably.

Two roller coaster rides—this was designed to kill the driver to the point of certain death. Boos came from the audience, seemingly dissatisfied with his choice.

People are more interested in seeing new storylines than in shows that have already been performed.

“I want him to sit in the same seat that 0175 is in,” 1766 added at the end, thinking that this would ensure 1118’s certain death.

This additional point was an extra request he made, so when 1766 added this sentence, his voice was a little weak, and his eyes secretly glanced at the Killing Teacher next to the nine-square grid, afraid that the Killing Teacher would think he was being nosy.

Although he disliked 1766's talkativeness, Killer Teacher was happy to do anything that could trip up 1118.

"Of course, of course, you have the right to choose a seat for 1118." After saying this to 1766, the Killer Teacher squinted and turned to look at Gu Mian.

He wanted to look at 1118 a few more times, because once 1118 died, he would no longer have the chance to see him so vividly.

“So, 1118,” Killer Teacher always subconsciously wanted to say a few more words to Gu Mian, and to mock him a few more times. Killer Teacher didn’t know why Gu Mian was so attractive to him. “Do you have anything to say to motivate yourself?”
"After all, this might be your last chance to speak in your life, so you must make the most of it."

The malice in the teacher's tone was almost overflowing, practically a blatant declaration that Gu Mian was going there for no return.

He wanted to see Gu Mian looking helpless and trembling.

The audience wanted to see it too, and the cameras understood their desires perfectly. They buzzed around Gu Mian, filming every corner without missing a single shot.

Not far away, two other upper-class photographers were carrying cameras and pointing them at Gu Mian, wanting to capture his most genuine reaction.

However, Gu Mian's behavior did not meet everyone's expectations. He kept his head down, looking at his feet, seemingly engrossed in something.

He ignored me when I spoke to him, staring intently at the floor.

"What are you doing?" Killer Teacher asked unhappily.

"I wish this stage was a shoddy construction project."

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Teacher Killer doubted he had misheard; he couldn't understand why 1118 would say such things out of the blue.

Just as he was doubting his ears, the person in front of him suddenly raised his head and leaned close to him: "I feel very sad because you don't remember me anymore. I thought our two previous meetings had left a deep impression on you."

The killing teacher hurriedly took a few steps back to avoid this lowly person who suddenly approached him and got close to him.

As he backed away, he angrily retorted, "What nonsense are you spouting? You, a lowly person, want to meet with me? And twice? I think you're out of your mind!"

The two were surrounded by a number of cameras, which gathered around them like gossipy old ladies at the village entrance, unwilling to miss a single detail.

The audience was also intrigued and craned their necks to watch the two.

Seeing that Gu Mian's words had attracted everyone's attention, the Killer Teacher quickly calmed himself down and distanced himself from the situation: "Poor 1118, she's probably gone crazy wanting to become a superior person, she can't even distinguish between dreams and reality."

It's only 10:30! There's still a chance to write the second chapter!