Three Towers Game

Chapter 344 The Peak of Madness, the End of the Dust-Covered Land
Wen Xishu returned to a familiar place.

This time, however, the black-haired elf among the three tower guides no longer smiled.

With the ability to ask the heart, Wenxi Tree no longer needed to ask them.

At first, they were happy that the Evening Tree had once again accomplished a great feat. The bunker entered the next phase.

But soon, all three heads realized... it seemed like their jobs had been taken away.

This time, when Wenxi Tree once again arrives at the place where the door and clock stand...

The black monster stopped laughing. Although it had an invitation from Virgo to give to Wen Xishu, but...

That's all it can do.

Of course, the real reason it wasn't laughing was that it hadn't expected Wenxi Tree to come back.

"I'm not used to not hearing your laughter. Have you become naturally less inclined to laugh?"

Wen Xishu made a joke.

The black-haired monster said:

"Congratulations! It's great that you're back alive. It's strange, the result I got was that you were dead."

Wen Xishu frowned slightly:
"It seems there's a bug in your authority?"

The guides remained silent, perhaps because their behavior was so strange that they didn't know what to say.

However, Wen Xishu seemed to have figured it out; this three-headed monster...

It seems that the absence of strange laughter today might be because it thought it was dead and was feeling sad.
And upon seeing himself, he couldn't immediately adjust his emotions?

The black-faced monster finally managed a smile:

"This has never happened before. It may be related to your journey, but in any case, you have returned successfully, which is a good thing."

"You know... if you had come back two days later, you could have attended your own funeral, right?"

"Although I don't know what's going on with the bunker, I think the fact that your name has disappeared from the leaderboard must be a very... very serious event."

Wen Xishu figured it out.

The reason for daring to try four things.

Was it because he dared to try four things that he ended up in a state of death?
This state of death only ends when you complete the game.

That's interesting. This thing's effect can actually fool the guide?
How many days did it take me to climb the tower this time?

"Four days."

"Four days?"

Wen Xishu was shocked; he should have been very quick the whole time…

He realized the seriousness of the situation; now the bunker was probably in real panic.

But I can always solve it myself.

He was already looking forward to Wenxin and the reward this time. Yongyu Changsi had really driven Wenxi Shu to her death several times, but it had to be said, it was very exciting.

This also means that he will receive an exceptionally generous reward.

Wen Xishu first checked his own panel.

[Tower of Mystery Level: 54. Magic Resistance: 136 points.]

[Tower of Desire Level: 52. Luck Value: 124 points.]

[Tower strength remaining: 25 points.]

The Desire Tower has been upgraded by four levels.

In the early stages, reaching level four isn't considered extraordinary. However, for everyone who has climbed dozens of floors and is leveling up at a snail's pace, reaching level four in one tower climb is already an astonishing speed.

Wen Xishu was very satisfied with the changes to the panel.

Only when your magic resistance is high enough can you ensure that your explorations are not disturbed by anything else.

There's no need to deliberately lower your level to level up.

Of course, the biggest surprise this time is probably the question to the heart.

Wen Xishu said:
"I will first examine my own heart."

The guide said:
"Please."

Wen Xishu walked through the open door.

A familiar feeling of chaos and warmth washed over me.

His consciousness entered a relaxed state.

Wen Xishu was faced with her first question.

I noticed that you seemed to feel some pity for Charlie during this operation. Is this typical of you?

What kind of problem is this?
Wen Xishu shook his head and said:

"It's not necessarily pity, is it? Is it possible that this is just a normal emotion, and only with this emotion can I empathize with him? Only then can I cross the wall of rejection?"

"By the way, can you tell me why Charlie is so special? He was able to awaken such a huge power four years before the end of the world."

[I'm not responsible for answering questions, but since you did a good job on this mission, I can tell you... Charlie is the possessor of another system's power.]

Wen Xishu didn't quite understand; this was practically no answer. Was he implying that Charlie's power didn't originate from the sequence?

Is it... similar to evolution?
No, that's not right.

Charlie's house is also different from the usual red houses.

Wen Xishu had a vague feeling that after going up from the fiftieth floor, he would come into contact with some unusual beings.

[You weren't honest about the first question. Regarding the second question, if Charlie in the Tower of Horrors could ultimately be redeemed by you alone, assuming you possessed that power, and that would be considered a perfect completion, would you be willing to spend the time to learn about Charlie's past?]

This assumes he possesses the power to wreak havoc. Did violence pull Charlie out of the dust?

Wen Xishu thought for a moment:

"Maybe not?"

When Wen Xin remained silent, Wen Xishu thought for a moment and then said:
"Okay, I think it still will."

You faced a unique choice; the candidates from God presented their options. Which one do you feel you are most compatible with?

Wen Xishu felt that Gemini was probably the most compatible, but for some reason, he decided to hide his relationship with Gemini.

“Archer. Although he didn’t show up, you should know that my relationship with him is special.”

[You mean you'll give a portion of the opportunities you've gained this time to the Archer?]

This is a new problem, but it is also an enhancement of the previous one.

So... you can choose a zodiac sign to be the beneficiary?
Wen Xishu knew that he could now change his tune and say Gemini, which would give Gemini a benefit.

Of course, this gain may not be a significant gain for them.

After thinking it over, Wen Xishu decided not to change his mind.

"Yes, if there are any additional rewards belonging to these constellations that I can allocate, then I'll give them to Sagittarius."

Far away in the realm of chaos, the archer observing the borders is unaware that he is about to receive a gift.

Wen Xishu thought of what Gemini and Virgo had said: follow your heart, and don't care about interests.

Since that's the case, then follow your own heart.

Deep down, he was still afraid that his lack of understanding of Gemini's plans might lead him to expose certain tendencies, causing Gemini to be targeted prematurely.

Therefore, Wen Xishu thought that the mosquito leg should be given to the archer.

Why did you choose to keep Charlie hidden and use his power discreetly? Because four years is enough time for him to become a savior.

Wen Xishu said:
"This is necessary because Charlie's power is great, but not enough to solve the apocalypse."

“Countries later developed corresponding doomsday plans, but Charlie’s temperament… was not up to the task of dealing with those people.”

"It's better to let him hide and train with Anya than to expose him prematurely, get dragged into it, and become a tool or experimental subject for some great power." Wen Xishu didn't want Charlie to experience the same things that Ding Dong, the Phoenix, went through as a child.

“I only corrected one of his options, but he has a long way to go from a boy to a grown man.”

At the end of your tower climb, you went to the Tower of Desire, abandoning the perfect ending of the Tower of Deception. Do you regret it?

"No regrets."

When faced with this question, Wen Xishu only had three concise words.

The question then led to the next one.

I've noticed that you always choose to redeem those who are considered good according to worldly views of good and evil. If one day you face a similar situation, would you expect such a person to redeem you? The answer to this question will determine your ultimate reward.

Wen Xishu remained silent for a few seconds.

“I don’t need salvation, I can save myself. But…”

Wen Xishu smiled helplessly:

"If life could be both right and easy, who wouldn't fantasize about someone pulling them out of a desperate situation?"

"But I don't expect such people to exist. I would rather be strong enough to avoid falling into such a situation."

[One last question: At the end of your tower-climbing journey, having witnessed the mutual redemption between the two children within the Tower of Ghosts and the Tower of Desire, do you wish you could see scenes from both worlds simultaneously?]

"Such a good thing? Of course I hope so!"

Wen Xishu didn't think much of it.

[Q&A complete. This challenge is rated Level 7 for completion. You have received your personal reward—the exclusive item, Heart of Miracles.]

[Received faction reward: Dual Voices of Deception.]

[Received a personal item bonus, Peak of Madness.]

Sagittarius receives an epiphany, a "dust revelation."

The questioning of the heart has ended.

When Wen Xishu realized it was over, he was already standing in the guide's room.

That feeling of chaos and warmth has faded away.

Wen Xishu's first reaction was, "After asking so many questions... this is all?"
That’s the reward?

Heart of Miracles. The item is orange. But the effect description is all bizarre gibberish.

This was clearly an item whose magic resistance was insufficient, and whose description could not even be seen.

Actually, getting an orange item should be considered a win.

However, not knowing how to use it made Wen Xishu very annoyed.

However, Wen Xishu immediately realized something.

The reward this time is more generous than I ever imagined.

When his gaze fell upon the "Faction Reward, Twin Voices of Deception"...

His heart beat a little faster.

The description of this reward is... very simple and straightforward.

[When you go to the Tower of Desire, if someone else goes to the same level of the Tower of Desire and obtains the corresponding quest, you will receive a limited number of conversation opportunities based on your mutual affinity. This function applies to all bunker inhabitants.]

Just as Wen Xishu was complaining that he couldn't understand the Heart of Miracles, Wen Xin suddenly gave him a big reward.

"Doesn't this mean... if I climb the Tower of Ghosts and Senior Wenren climbs the Tower of Desire, and we both start at the same time and are assigned to the same level and the same task... then we can communicate freely?"

"Fuck..."

Wen Xishu became more and more excited as he thought about it.

If I were to climb the tower with Wenren Jing this time, and if Wenren Jing changed Charlie's obsession...

So, will you see changes in the levels while inside the Tower of Ghosts?
While inside the Tower of Ghosts, I can analyze Charlie's problems and tell Wenren Jing about them so that Wenren Jing can cure Charlie more effectively!

Isn't this just... cross-tower teaming up?

At this moment, Wen Xishu was almost catching up with Wenren Jing. He couldn't help but get excited. In this way, even without an invitation, he could still achieve a perfect pass on both sides, right?

This is indeed a very important reward.

It's not just useful for yourself, it's useful for everyone at all levels and at every stage of the climb.

The guides all said:

"This is another huge breakthrough. You went back, resurrected, and even brought faction rewards..."

"Hehe, I really look forward to seeing everyone's reaction when you get back."

Wen Xishu felt that... the bunker people's fanaticism towards him should have reached its peak.

He looked at the last reward.

Item-related rewards.

This must be the reward for daring to try something new.

The name of this reward has a similar feel to the game "Dice of Madness," and it's called "Peak of Madness."

Wen Xishu was initially wondering what kind of reward this was, and how crazy it could be.

But soon, his expression showed surprise.

"Good heavens, this is insane! This is definitely the most insane reward ever."

"The Dice of Madness has presented many mad powers so far, but this is definitely the most mad one yet!"

The description of the effects of "Peak of Madness" wasn't long, but it was enough to pique Wen Xishu's curiosity... Why would this thing possess such outrageous power?

Upon seeing this option, Wen Xishu felt an urge to immediately start climbing the tower instead of returning to the bunker.

At the Peak of Madness:
Congratulations on completing the "Dare to Try Four" challenge! Choose one of the following effects to take effect on your next tower climb.

Effect 1: You swap attributes with the boss of the next level of the Tower of Horrors.

Effect 2: You switch roles with the next boss of the Tower of Horrors; it climbs the tower, and you defend it. If you can kill the climber, you will unlock the highest completion score for the corresponding level.

This thing doesn't seem crazy at first glance, but it's actually quite outrageous.

Wen Xishu had already imagined a scene.

In Jack's haunted house, Jack hid under the bed, tightly covering Jennifer's mouth.

Wen Xishu started shouting like a pervert:
"Jack! Where are you hiding?"

Or perhaps, he hides in the jar, watching a group of people rummage through it, while he, as the "shoe girl," slowly plays with them.

Of course, he could also be a challenger, but he possesses the strength of a great demon king.

For example, if you go to the Ark, the captain of the Ark becomes weak, while you gain the captain's strength... wouldn't that take Horn with you?

He could even possess Cain's power and then lead a few assassins to kill the real Cain. The real Cain, in turn, would then regain his original strength…

This would surely allow Cain to be killed in a fancy way, wouldn't it?

Wen Xishu could hardly believe it; the Dice of Madness, which was getting more and more insane, could still have such an effect.

"I'm going to be the Demon King of the Tower of Horrors? I'm no longer unlocking good endings by climbing the tower, but by guarding it?"

Thinking about it this way, Wen Xishu suddenly felt that being brave enough to try something new was absolutely wonderful. What did it matter if he died a few times?

"Tsk tsk, never mind, I have to go back, or I'll really have to attend my own funeral."

Whether it was the "Double Desire" or the "Peak of Madness," Wen Xishu was very satisfied.

But he had to get back to the bunker first. One reason was to deal with the matter of his own death.

Secondly, he felt that the bunker was entering a new era, an era of cross-tower online play, and he also needed to communicate with Wenren Jing.

(End of this chapter)