Popularity is everything; I play a super genius

Of course, Qi Ji knew that although the popularity of 110,000 people came very quickly this time, it was a miracle that could hardly be replicated.

He used up all ten lucky bag cards he had painstakingly accumulated at once, and the reward pool was just about to unlock the extra chapter.

Furthermore, the live stream footage of Liuli's perilous situation gripped everyone's emotions, and viewers were all waiting for him to save the day—

Just like he has always done.

This is a miracle created by all the good fortune that came together!

Qi Ji glanced at the live stream and saw that many of the people who were currently giving gifts had Liu Li's fan badges.

Qi Ji knew that these tips were both a sign of the audience's kindness and a responsibility he now bore.

He must save Liuli!

We can't let the comments section down, and we can't let the viewers who are following the series down.

If they eagerly turn on the anime next week, only to be greeted with a scene where Ruri is cut short—

They must feel even worse than if they had eaten shit, right?

As the popularity of the anime series declines, so will the popularity of Nazaki Sakuya.

If Saki's popularity declines, what difference is there between that and taking his life?

Therefore, Liuli's death is equivalent to his death.

He won't allow it!

He would risk everything to prevent that outcome!

【Ding! 】

[I've already purchased "Silver Wish"!]

【Item Description:】

[Legend has it that in a certain ancient city-state that has been completely swallowed by the void, a terminal patient of Echo Erosion, before his body was completely crystallized and his consciousness dissipated, offered his last prayer to the Sea of ​​Consciousness at the cost of all his remaining will and soul—]

"May those who come after, even if they suffer from this disease, not lose hope."

The sea of ​​consciousness responded to this prayer, and thus, this conceptual weapon, existing between a "curse" and a "gift," was born.

What are you saying in your gibberish?

Qi Ji didn't have time to look closely and put it on with one click!

A high-quality silver-gray tie suddenly appeared below his collar.

The texture is delicate, and at first glance it appears to be an elegant dark pattern. Upon closer inspection, however, one can discover that the pattern is composed of countless extremely fine silver crystalline particles.

They are constantly born and die under the sunlight, flowing with a restrained brilliance.

Saki straightened his tie and took a deep breath.

Stepping onto the battlefield.

……

If this alleyway is a scene of playful cruelty, like a cat toying with a mouse, then the beach is a true hell on earth!

Monroe of the Purification Society was the first to act.

Suddenly, like a mirage, the silhouette of a gigantic church appeared in the sky above the beach.

The next moment, the phantom suddenly solidified, crashing down with immense force.

In an instant, gasps of alarm and desperate cries rose and fell.

The dense crowd was shrouded in a giant shadow; touching it meant certain death, and even a brush against it meant serious injury.

"stop!"

Just then, two people wearing poker masks suddenly appeared.

The phantom images of two palaces reappeared above the beach—

One of them was engulfed in jet-black flames, while the other was shrouded in a biting wind.

The three palaces stood facing each other in the distance, and the air seemed to freeze.

"It's you two again? You're such a nuisance!"

Monroe recognized the person and snorted coldly.

Today, time is tight and the task is heavy, so he doesn't want to delay for too long.

So, he made a prayer gesture.

The church behind him suddenly shone brightly, turning into countless particles of light that all converged on his body!

In the next instant, a giant of light, hundreds of feet tall, appeared out of thin air—

Its entire body is formed from holy light, and its outline is as solemn as a god descending to earth!

Layers of light halos floated behind him, and low chanting of Buddhist hymns accompanied every gesture.

This is a mythical echo that only high-level echoers can master—

[A colossal structure of divine remains]!

Meanwhile, the figure wearing the Ace of Diamonds mask was equally formidable.

The massive black flame palace behind him suddenly collapsed, transforming into raging black flames that enveloped him layer by layer.

The next moment, a jet-black fire giant rose up from the ground!

His body was surrounded by karmic fire that could incinerate everything, and his face was as ferocious as a demon descended to earth!

Seemingly fearing harm to innocents, the fire giant forcibly dragged Monroe's [Remains of the God of Light] into the sea.

The two giants were locked in battle at sea.

Every clash caused the heavens and earth to change color! The seas surged!

……

The scene returns to the alley.

Ruri and Ayaka have been driven into a corner.

Maybe it's because I've been reading too many romance novels lately.

On the verge of death, Liuli's mind was filled with incomprehensible thoughts.

On her deathbed, she felt that her greatest regret in life was that...

It's because I haven't been able to have a proper relationship.

Although I know I shouldn't be thinking about these things at a time like this.

But she just couldn't control her mind!

She wanted to have a love affair with someone special before she died, even if it was just once!

She hoped that person would accept everything about her unconditionally, like they would treat a child, and gently embrace all of her.

She wants a boy who understands her loneliness perfectly to shower her with his love.

And so, after her death, the sorrow of her passing remained an indelible scar, forever etched in his heart.

Unfortunately, it's too late to do these things.

Speaking of...

Will Saki Sakuya feel sad for me after I die?

I really hope that even if he...

Even just one tear for me would be enough.

……

[Silver Wish] Successfully worn!

Everything's done!

Qi Ji switched to Liu Li's personal channel and happened to hear Liu Li's last heartfelt words, which echoed throughout the live stream—

Goodbye, Saki-san, my only friend...

……

Like a cat playing with a mouse, Chiho Kamishiro gradually cornered Ruri and Ayaka in the alley.

Liuli had nowhere to retreat; behind her was a closed audio equipment store.

—How could anyone open a stereo store in a place like this?

Perhaps killing someone like Ruri, who was completely powerless to resist, was too easy and too boring for Chiho Kamishiro?

Therefore, for a moment, the latter even had such a thought to relieve boredom.

Liuli's back was pressed against the door of the audio equipment store.

Facing Chiho Kamishiro, who was approaching with a dagger twirling and a sinister grin, she held Ayaka tightly, with no way out.

But just as Ruri embraced Ayaka, preparing to face death—

The door behind me suddenly opened.

Liuli, who was leaning against the door, staggered backward and almost fell.

The next second, a warm and strong hand gently supported her.

"Liuli, since you say I'm your only friend—"

Then, you can't die without my permission.

Because, for you, my one and only is me.

The voice was exceptionally familiar, as if the world were collapsing before one's eyes and one could handle it with ease.

Liuli looked up in surprise.

A pure white trench coat, a pure white mask.

That Saki-san, whom she most wanted to see, yet most feared to see...

She slowly walked out from the audio equipment store behind her.

The stereo in the audio shop had been turned on at some point, and was playing a piece of music that seemed to touch the soul and offer salvation.

At that moment, the sunlight shone down perfectly—

But the sunlight avoided her, avoided Chiho Kamishiro, and avoided Ayaka.

But with a biased heart, only Qi Ji was illuminated.

"Take her with you and leave."

Saki looked at Ruri, held the [Thousand Faces] card between her fingers, and said softly.

"I'll take care of everything from now on."

……

"Holy crap!!! Jishin is awesome!!!"

"A miracle!"

"Anyone who dares to touch my stuff, I'll smash their head in! Absolute powerhouse, a genius beyond definition, undefeated—Qiji Rune One-Click Equipping!!!"

"Haki, I knew it! My monthly vote wasn't wasted!!!"

Timely rescue in times of crisis —

The live streams of Qi Ji and Liu Li were filled with praise for Qi Ji!

However, Saki, who usually enjoys savoring this part, had no interest in watching it at this moment.

Although he appeared calm and collected, as if the fourth-tier Chiho Kamishiro was nothing more than a chicken or a dog in his presence—

However, there is no doubt that these are all pretense!

Even though Qi Ji now possessed the [Silver Prayer], he still dared not be careless in the slightest.

Because Chiho Kamishiro is just that strong!