Great, we're doomed now!

He said that, but he still obediently continued playing—

The quality is absolutely amazing!

The real-time calculation effect is something that no previous game has ever had. He couldn't even see any "flaws" in the surrounding environment. The realism had completely fooled his brain!

Compared to ALO, this unreleased mech game has been upgraded in terms of technology!

Moreover, the power platform (Kuze Group) offered global players an irresistible condition—

The top 10,000 players on the Chinese server leaderboard will receive 1,000 game points, which can be used to purchase games on the platform at a 1:1 exchange rate with US dollars.

The top 1,000 players on the global leaderboard will each receive a state-of-the-art panoramic gaming pod.

The top ten on the global leaderboard will each receive an additional $1 million bonus.

The above rewards will be issued after strict verification. Please note the following details...

This is enough to drive people crazy!

Ye Rui licked his lips, selected what he thought was a very cool [Barbatos], and began to enter the combat training mode.

"Come on, let me see just how good you are!"

-

The afternoon sun in the small Brazilian town was scorching, the air filled with the aroma of spices and roasted meat, and the upbeat rhythms of street music made you want to move around.

Shops along the street had their doors open, tables and chairs were set up under colorful awnings, and people were drinking chilled beverages and talking and laughing loudly without any restraint.

Children played soccer on the street corner, their wheat-colored skin soaked with sweat, reflecting the sunlight and exuding a healthy glow.

"Oh ho~"

A figure, out of place with the surrounding atmosphere, was slowly strolling along the bustling sidewalk.

He was an obese old man, tall but not intimidating. He seemed to have a naturally low profile, so people would unconsciously avoid him and no one would deliberately turn around.

This person had a round belly, wore a brightly colored Hawaiian shirt covered with floral patterns, loose beach shorts, and flip-flops. A pair of dark sunglasses covering half of his face was perched on his round, bulbous nose—he looked like he had stepped out of a comic book.

His long, gray beard was neatly groomed, and he seemed to be a respectable man.

He looked extremely relaxed, glancing around without any attempt to hide it as he walked. His gaze, through the lenses of his sunglasses, swept with interest over the scantily clad Latina women who seemed to sway their hips even when they were just walking. A silent smile spread across his lips, and occasionally he would purse his lips, as if he were silently giving them a score.

suck-

Holding a coconut with a straw in his hand, he would take a sip every now and then and let out a satisfied sigh.

"Hey, this place... is really nice," he mumbled indistinctly, but it was in Japanese.

His gaze would occasionally drift away from the women, sweeping over the inconspicuous surveillance cameras on the street corner, or the buildings in the distance bearing temporary TPC signs. His eyes behind his sunglasses would flicker slightly, but he would quickly revert to his cheerful tourist demeanor.

He wandered to a small park, found a bench under the shade of a tree, sat down, and comfortably stretched out his limbs.

He took off his sunglasses, wiped them with the corner of his clothes, revealing a pair of eyes that seemed shrewd and clear-headed beyond his years, but that shrewdness vanished in an instant.

He leaned back in his chair like a lazy sea lion, sunlight filtering through the leaves and casting dappled patterns on his flamboyant shirt.

Listening to the samba melodies played by street performers, one feels completely immersed in the leisurely atmosphere of this foreign land, isolated from the tense atmosphere faintly emanating from the TPC temporary base not far away.

"It would be even better if they weren't here to work," he muttered under his breath, then yawned.

But when someone walked over and cast his shadow on him, the old man immediately opened his eyes. Upon seeing the newcomer, he chuckled and said, "Young man, I came as soon as I received the message. How about you do me a favor?"

Thank you.

Ye Shou sat in the chair, took out a bottle of amber-colored liquor from his "pocket," and handed it to the other party without any further processing.

"This is produced locally in Brazil, and its flavor is very different from Japanese sake. I think it is a hundred times more delicious, but I don't know if it will suit a tanuki's taste buds."

"Oh?"

The obese old man—the giant raccoon—saw his eyes light up and eagerly took it, it was about to open it right there.

Fortunately, he didn't forget the important matter at hand and kept in mind the painful lesson he had learned from his previous mistakes due to drinking, so he managed to suppress his impulse.

"Speak, what did you call me here for? I owe you a huge favor, and as long as it's not too outrageous, I will do my best to help."

"Actually, it's nothing. This mission is to prove something and it's also a test... I just asked you to come here as a precaution. In most cases, we won't need you to take action."

Ye Shou paused for a moment and said, "If the situation gets out of control, I hope you can hold off the enemy for a while, give us time to regroup, and prevent it from heading towards densely populated areas."

"Fighting... just like Obik did last time, acting as a meat shield?" The old tanuki was clearly a little scared, but still nodded in agreement. "There's no way around it. Although I'm a pacifist, I still owe humanity a debt... I hope I won't have to fight."

"If the plan goes smoothly, we humans can handle it ourselves."

"Hmm... I'm still willing to believe you." The old tanuki stroked his beard. "But I don't understand why you're using me as a reserve. Although I'm not as good as Obik, I'm still a great demon. Why not let me be the vanguard?"

"Because the firepower of the Vampire Beast and TPC could really kill you"—Ye Shou smiled awkwardly.

"In the end, humanity still has to rely on itself. Only by defeating monsters alone can we be qualified to face an even more dangerous future... After all, we cannot rely on external forces all the time."

The man stood up: "As for the time before we start, you should enjoy yourself. The scenery and food in Brazil are great, just don't overindulge in alcohol and mess things up."

"I, this old fox, have long lost interest in wine..."

Ye Shou watched the old raccoon cat stagger away and disappear around the street corner. Just as he looked away, he felt a faint, non-physical energy fluctuation coming from beside him.

He turned his head and saw a semi-transparent figure of a middle-aged man dressed in an old-fashioned kimono, standing quietly beside the bench. Sunlight streamed through his body and fell onto the ground without obstruction.

It's Jinglong Ida!

"Ye Shou," Jinglong began, his voice tinged with seriousness and concern, "how are the preparations going? When will we make our move?"

Ye Shou was not surprised by Jing Long's appearance; he nodded slightly as a greeting.

"The time is not right yet... Let's do it on All Souls' Day, from sunrise to sunset, that's the time to act."

Jinglong's illusory soul flickered slightly, as if nodding. "Are you confident? This situation gives me a very bad feeling..."

I wouldn't dare say I'm absolutely certain.

Ye Shou frankly said, "But the preparations have been made to the fullest extent. Horii has rushed to produce a batch of high-powered ultraviolet irradiation devices, and Masaki and Dr. Yao are also adjusting the power of the large beam weapon."

Although the first batch of 'spaceplanes' of the Earth Defense Force are not yet in place, their fire control systems can be deployed independently as autonomous artillery... This is already enough to wage a war.

"Is there anything I can do? Although I'm no longer alive, I can still interfere with those vampire bastards."

Jinglong grinned: "Your people specially made a miniature shrine for me, along with the soil and water from the shrine, and transported it here. You didn't do it just so I could come and watch the show, did you?"

“We might have to fight side by side again this time.” Ye Shou thought for a moment and said apologetically, “But I should prioritize [Bayeri] – that robot. The reason I asked Master to come is the same as Old Tanuki's, just in case… Thank you for your help.”

"Ha! Why are you being so formal? If you feel embarrassed, just give me a few more doses of life energy so I can enjoy the feeling of 'being alive' again, hahahaha..."

Kid, don't forget, you're not fighting alone. If you have any problems, come ask your elders for help.

Though I am weak, my passion has never wavered... Protect yourself, Ye Shou.

He started off very passionately, but as he spoke, he gradually turned to expressing his concern for his disciples and younger generations.

After saying this, Jinglong Ida's soul slowly dissipated into the air like mist, as if it had never existed.

Ye Shou sat on a bench, quietly watching the sunset slowly sink into the distant horizon, the streetlights turning on one by one, and the bustling nightlife was about to begin.

But beneath this clamor, how many dark forces lurk within the city?

As the sun set, Ye Shou's eyes sharpened: "My preparations were hasty, but yours were too... Let's see who has the better skills!"

-

November 2nd, All Souls' Day, is a day dedicated to prayer and remembrance by the Catholic Church.

They believe that the intercession of people in the world can help the souls in purgatory cleanse themselves of sins and ascend to heaven as soon as possible.

At the same time, this day also symbolizes mourning for the deceased and bidding farewell to the past...

Brazil is a Catholic country, and they have a knack for turning every festival into a carnival. All Souls' Day, which should be quiet and solemn, is like a "celebration" party, with excited crowds filling the streets.

And this year's All Souls' Day will be etched in the memory of Brazil—and the whole world!

Standing atop the towering tree canopy, Ye Shou watched the red sun gradually rise above the horizon in the distance, a ripple appearing on his usually calm face.

"The sun has risen... Let's begin."

The next moment, air raid sirens sounded simultaneously in the three small towns, and a large number of people in uniforms and power armor appeared on the streets to conduct an overly realistic air raid drill, taking a large number of residents away from vulnerable civilian homes.

Large helicopters have gathered above the once tranquil primeval forest, and a massive amount of equipment and personnel have converged from all directions, transiting through the temporary airport.

--drop!

Countless people around the world, equipped with stealth gear, and even more watching the live stream, paused for a moment when the notification sound rang out, as if the frenzy had turned into a real shockwave, creating ripples across the globe.

The largest online game strategy battle in history!

Global Alert: Darkness Returns

【The Demon God Bayeli's Counterattack——】

[Opening!]

Chapter 215: Monster, don't blame me for being despicable (5.5K)

The sun had just risen, casting golden rays upon the dense primeval forest, but this tranquility was instantly shattered.

"Fire!"

The command was transmitted throughout the entire operational network via encrypted channels.

With a dedicated information security team on-site, a group of hackers led by Lucy, together with TPC's technical staff, used various means such as satellite, wired, and quantum communication to ensure that there would be no delays or errors even in an environment with electromagnetic interference.

Bang!

Bang!

Bang!

The TPC self-propelled artillery positions deployed on the high ground at the edge of the basin were the first to roar.

Heavy artillery shells streaked across the sky with sharp whistling sounds. Compared to the vast basin, they seemed tiny, but these shells, like a meteor shower, crashed down on the earth, igniting vibrant red lotuses.

This is a high-explosive bomb for monsters that has undergone multiple improvements and upgrades. It would be a waste to use it only for bombing forests, which fully demonstrates TPC's determination to go all out this time.

boom!!!

In the basin shrouded in shadow and mist, a series of enormous explosions rang out. Balls of fire, mixed with mud and charcoal fragments, rose into the air, easily tearing apart towering ancient trees. Shockwaves swept across the forest like invisible scythes.

This would absolutely make paleontologists gasp in disbelief, but at this moment, no one seemed to care about such details.

They are soldiers, fighting for the future of humanity, and have no interest in the legacy left by the "ultra-ancient."