Chapter 76: Simulation Stronghold
Lin Ye looked at the contract in his hand, suddenly feeling an urge to sign it.
He knew this wasn't normal, but he could no longer control himself.
'Damn it, that old bastard is truly cunning.'
'Don't panic, think carefully. My body is out of control, but I can still think.'
'If I followed that map's instructions, would I even be able to think right now?'
Lin Ye slowly picked up the pen, moving the tip toward the bottom of the contract.
Then Lin Ye suddenly remembered something unusual.
'Why did he want me to sign last?'
'Normally Miles and I should sign first, then he signs, right?'
'The reverse would make sense too, but why arrange it this way?' 'Did he modify the contract? Probably not - if contracts were that easy to alter, they wouldn't exist.'
'The head nurse told me to talk with the patient in Ward 419... she didn't mention anything about a contract...'
'Maybe they just need me to enter Ward 419? The contract isn't important?'
'So then...'
Lin Ye focused his mind and activated his special ability - Swap. The moment the skill activated, Lin Ye decisively signed his name at the contract's bottom.
Because he knew he had to sign before the director realized - this was his only chance.
[Contract signed. This area has become a Simulation Stronghold. Until the stronghold is destroyed, you may repeatedly enter this area for daily simulations]
After signing, Lin Ye regained control of his body.
Lin Ye smiled as he released the pen and looked at the director. Even if the other was stronger, he had ultimately outmaneuvered him.
At the last moment before signing, he had used Swap to exchange contracts. He didn't know where that other contract was - maybe in the desk, maybe in the director's stomach, maybe right on the desk but invisible.
But undoubtedly, that contract was within his field of vision.
After obtaining the real contract, he received the system notification. But he'd already put pen to paper before seeing it.
Here, he couldn't afford hesitation.
Rather than getting angry, the director looked at Lin Ye with appreciation. Almost no one knew he also held a contract. He thought his plan foolproof, never expecting Lin Ye to turn the tables under such circumstances.
"Brilliant. From now on, you are this hospital's new employees. Congratulations."
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[Simulation ended]
[Remaining simulations: 8]
[Obtained random items from this event*8]
[Obtained title: Contracted Employee]
[Successfully established Simulation Stronghold: Asylum]
"Squeak."
The red mouse crouched by Lin Ye's pillow, its bright little eyes watching him curiously.
"Thanks for your help this time. Your ability is truly impressive."
Lin Ye picked up the plump mouse and began checking his simulation rewards.
The eight items were: 6 syringes of 3 different colors, a pot of blue flowers, and a bloody tumor.
First were the 6 syringes - Lin Ye had seen these in the head nurse's left breast pocket.
3 blue syringes.
[Strong Sedative]
[After injection, the patient enters a sedated state, temporarily losing cognitive abilities]
[Note: Do as you please]
2 red syringes.
[Treatment Syringe]
[Rapidly heals any physical injury and provides continuous treatment for a period]
[Note: Don't worry, you'll recover]
Only 1 purple syringe.
[Strong Psychotropic]
[Increases mental energy limit and provides continuous mental energy for a period]
[Note: You don't want to know how it's made]
All three syringes were highly practical. Lin Ye stored them carefully before examining the next item.
[Mind Flower]
[A psychic flower cultivated in special environments through mental energy. Prolonged proximity can enhance mental strength]
[Note: Can only continue growing in spirit-rich environments]
Lin Ye placed the flowerpot on the windowsill. This flower had left a deep impression on him.
[Tumor]
[With sufficient spiritual energy and materials, can proliferate indefinitely]
[Note: A decent food source]
Lin Ye looked at the tumor on the floor with distaste. He wasn't picky, but he preferred normal food.
Little Black, now noticeably thicker, crawled to Lin Ye's feet and rubbed against his calf, clearly interested in the tumor.
"Hmm? You want to eat this? Go ahead, just don't get sick."
Watching Little Black swallow the tumor, Lin Ye checked his new title.
[Contracted Employee]
[As a contracted employee of a renowned hospital, certain individuals will fear you]
[Note: You want to be hospitalized too?]
After organizing his loot, Lin Ye tended to his pet and plant, then played cards in the game room while cycling spiritual energy.
Before leaving, Lin Ye used a basic rune card - Strength.
He'd wanted to use this card for a while, but had too much knowledge to organize before. Now with a clearer mind, it was perfect timing.
Returning to the Shelter with a headache, Lin Ye entered the spiritual energy workshop to organize knowledge and craft spiritual items.
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Before the Nighttime Activity began, Lin Ye cooked a lavish dinner and opened the group chat while eating.
"Seniors, what's tonight's activity?"
"Who knows? All four are decent if you don't push for rewards. Surviving isn't hard."
"True, but if you just survive, you'll get eliminated eventually. Unless you're Old Feng."
"Huh? He's still alive?"
"Still holed up in his room. Unbelievable. The seniors offered sky-high prices, but he won't scout."
"Damn, I'd have gone out already. Live or die, at least try."
Yu Feng: Seniors, I really don't dare go out. Sorry.
"Is the toilet working yet?"
Yu Feng: ...
"LOL, hang in there. I bet you'd last the week - wagered a spiritual item."
"I'll bet a red coin he won't survive tonight."
"Tonight's too harsh. Two days - my bet's a nutrient solution."
"Holy shit! Someone posted new spiritual items!"
"Where? Liar!"
"They were gone the moment posted. You think many people aren't constantly watching the trading section?"
"You bastards! Can't even chat properly anymore?"
Lin Ye: New products. Send me feedback after trying them.
This time Lin Ye crafted two new spiritual items:
[Simple Acceleration Accessory]
[Activates with spiritual energy to boost speed at its location. Effect weakens with each use]
[Note: Crafted by Lin Ye]
[Simple Strength Accessory]
[Activates with spiritual energy to boost strength at its location. Effect weakens with each use]
[Note: Crafted by Lin Ye]
"Received!"
"Going to test now."