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Chapter 9: The Only Winning Strategy?

Ji Yi is someone who can read through the entire "Game Disclaimer".

A 26-year-old with 27 years of experience in the gaming industry.

A person who even squats down to check the ingredient list of shampoo while taking a dump.

He spent almost an hour asking about the rules of this card game that was originally simple and easy to learn.

【Misaki's Curse (Debuff): Find all of Misaki's bodies within the time limit, or die (Countdown: 2:34:13)】

"That's about it, we can begin," Ji Yi said.

If he hadn't been limited by time, he could have studied it for a few more hours.

The shadowy figure, worn down by the torture, had lost all temper: "Finally it's starting? Very well."

Ji Yi felt that the voice sounded like gnashing teeth.

The game began quickly.

Ji Yi looked at the initial hand of cards in her hand.

"The Invisible Hand", "The Toilet Ghost", "The Suspicious Lump of Flesh", "The Ghostly Photograph", "The Corpse Parts".

"hiss"

This is a terrible starting deck.

According to Ji Yi's analysis, the winning probability is less than 20%.

But he had no choice but to grit his teeth and play; at least he still had room for error.

Having two lives meant he wouldn't be in danger right from the start.

"Summon 'Corpse Parts' and, as a sacrifice, summon 'Ghostly Photographs'. My turn ends."

"Playing conservatively, it seems like they don't have a good hand."

The shadowy figure spoke with a gloating tone.

"Summon 'Dismemberment Demon' to enter attack phase and attack 'Ghostly Photograph'."

The "Dismemberment Demon" with 8 attack and 4 health directly shredded the "Ghostly Photograph" with 0 attack and 1 health into pieces.

tear-

The "paranormal photo" was torn to shreds, and a "dark ghost" appeared in the spot.

After the ghost photo dies, it can randomly summon a ghost that was sealed inside the photo.

"You're lucky," the shadowy figure commented. "You can at least last two more rounds."

The "Dark Ghost" can steal the shadow of a unit and create a shadow card with 0 attack and 1 health. The shadow can die once for the "Dark Ghost", but it cannot be used as a tribute.

Ji Yi's round.

Draw a card.

"A tall male corpse."

"Tsk."

As always, such terrible luck.

It seems like I haven't had any good luck since entering the hyperdimensional game, right?

First, there was the unheard-of level 1 beginner soloing a hellish dungeon.

Then came the premium surprise gift box, both of which yielded the worst prizes.

Next comes entering the dungeon and leveling up as you encounter more difficulty.

Furthermore, due to the effect of the "Pigeon Curse," he was cursed by Misaki with a near-certain death.

Am I a jinx reincarnated?

Ji Yi continued playing cards, grumbling and cursing.

He made almost no mistakes in every decision he made.

However, this game relies more on luck and doesn't offer much room for skillful maneuvering.

at last.

His incredible bad luck still caused him to lose the first game.

Snapped--

One candle went out.

"Too weak, really boring. The last person brought me more fun."

The shadowy figure yawned: "What's the point of all that research on tactics? It's weak, please, you're really weak."

Ji Yi: "."

"I'll let you have it. I promise I'll give you a 'Red Telephone Booth' in your starting deck next round."

As soon as he finished speaking, five face-down cards appeared in front of Ji Yi.

"Don't worry, the other cards are completely random. I never do anything behind the scenes, and all the game rules are in the open."

Ji Yi did not respond.

Check your hand.

"Red Telephone Booth", "Misaki's Left Leg", "Drowning Ghost", "Moldy 500 Yen Coin", "Body Parts".

"."

This is all about luck. Ji Yi has figured it out now, especially when there's a huge difference in card quality.

Only a perfect start, eliminating the opponent in one round, offers the best chance of winning.

Otherwise, with a difference of twice the numerical value, the Shadow's advantage would only snowball.

The longer it drags on, the less likely we are to win.

"Have you thought it through? You can actually use this kitchen knife; it's almost a guaranteed win. Aren't you tempted?"

The shadowy figure's voice seemed to possess a kind of magic, leading people astray.

The kitchen knife on the table gleamed coldly.

This seems to be the only way to win.

Ji Yi even began to think:
Anyway, my life in the real world is a mess, so if I don't go back, cutting off an arm or a leg isn't out of the question.
"Ring ring ring!!!"

A piercing ringtone interrupted Ji Yi's thoughts.

He suddenly snapped back to reality!
He muttered in disbelief:
"I actually had that dangerous thought just now."

The shadowy figure's words had a bewitching effect; I almost fell for it.

"The game is paused. I need to take this call."

"tsk"

The shadowy figure showed displeasure but said nothing.

According to the rules, challengers are not limited to thinking time.

Ji Yi picked up the receiver:

"Moshi moshi, what are your orders, Lady Misaki?"

Xie Jiayi's voice came from the other end: "I've finally gotten in touch with you."

"Miss Cat? How did you get here? Oh, right, what just happened? The call was dropped."

"Just now? More than an hour has passed, don't you care about your own life at all?"

She paused before finishing her sentence, then asked, "Have you run into trouble?"

Ji Yi: "It's a small problem. Tell me about your situation first."

"Yes, I encountered Sato Shigeru's zombie at his house. A black cat saved me; it was very friendly. The process of finding Misaki's remains went smoothly. Basically, whenever I encountered danger, the black cat would protect me. Currently, only her left leg is still intact."

"My left leg is here."

Ji Yi looked at the cards in her hand.

The deck in this game only has this one card, "Misaki's Left Leg," which was probably made by the shadowy figure using a real object.

"Putting everything else aside, how many lives has the black cat used up by now?"

"How did you know?"

"Speak quickly," Ji Yi interrupted impatiently.

Hsieh Chia-yi's tone became serious:

"He may have died more than four times, but I can't determine the exact number."

"Does it have many stitches on its body, or have its internal organs fallen out? Or is it blind in both eyes?"

"He lost an eye, his stomach was ripped open, ribs were protruding, and his internal organs were visible, but they hadn't fallen out."

She described every detail with precision.

"That's the fifth time, thankfully."

Ji Yi breathed a sigh of relief. If it came to the sixth time, it would already be dangerous.

If Miss Cat falls into this trap, he will die along with her.

“The black cat still has four lives. If it loses one more life, it may already pose a threat to you. If it loses two more lives, then you should run as far away as possible. If it loses three more lives, then you will definitely die, and I can only die with you because of the curse.”

".Understood."

Hsieh Chia-yi had no doubts whatsoever.

Maintaining effective communication is a fundamental skill in life-or-death situations.

Are you dialing me from the red phone booth right now?

Ji Yi asked.

"Yes, there's no earpiece here, but I can still use it."

"Very well, then go and save a poor soul first."

"Save who?"

"Zhuge the Lightbulb, he didn't answer my call earlier, he's probably dying."

"?"

Miss Cat expressed her confusion.

Kii recalls the card skill of "Maeda Misaki's Vengeful Spirit".