Deep in the Living-Chapter 437 - 425 Curious Monster

Born monster, Lebeite.

No need for much elaboration; from the moment the opponent first appeared, Luo Di’s spine already felt the danger. This monster was unlike any other contestant.

Luo Di expected to meet the opponent in a room of the final level, but did not anticipate such a strange encounter.

He quickly got up from the sofa, trying to distance himself as much as possible.

Even though Luo Di had advanced, this blond youth still made him feel extremely dangerous, his body instinctively pressed against the wall.

He reached out and touched his cheek; the severely frostbitten corner of his mouth had been sewn up.

But it was limited to facial injuries, the completely frozen right arm could not be repaired, nor could the flesh and skin on his face that had been shattered.

The blond youth also rose from the sofa, one hand on his chest, bowing politely.

"Noosh Lebeite, it’s a pleasure to meet you here, Mr. Di, the only human participant in this Death Grand Challenge."

The politeness surprised Luo Di, "Hello."

"There are still 27 minutes left on the countdown to this room, time should be enough. I have a few questions I’d like to exchange with you, would you mind? I’ve already destroyed the audio equipment here, the audience outside cannot hear our conversation.

Of course, if you don’t trust me or don’t wish to answer, that’s okay."

"What questions?"

Luo Di naturally thought the opponent would ask about collaboration or combat, and he had already made up his mind.

Lebeite asked with wide eyes, a serious expression: "In the Human World, is there a thing called school, where children or teenagers are gathered together, learn knowledge, hone strength, and then kill each other? The last one standing can graduate successfully?"

"Ah?"

Such a question startled Luo Di for a moment,

"There’s no killing involved. Students gathered in schools are mostly friendly, and internal fights are prohibited.

Students graduate together, but they are assigned to different areas for work based on varying grades and performance levels."

Lebeite furrowed his brows, "No killing required? It seems the books were indeed filled with nonsense; I must go there myself to find out.

I thought that someone as formidable as you, Luo Di, must be the sole graduate through combat in some school."

"I was indeed the top of my class."

"Wow, that’s amazing!" Lebeite’s eyes sparkled, genuinely excited, "And, and! In the Human World, is there a place called snack street with many delicious foods, like roast goose, mapo tofu, gongbao chicken, and douzhi?"

"There is, but douzhi tastes bad, the others are fine."

"Got it, noted~ Even though it might taste bad, I should try it once I’m there, thank you."

For the next ten minutes, Lebeite asked about various aspects of the Human World.

From customs, cuisine, to attire, he inquired about them all. He was unaware of most common knowledge, listening attentively, his eyes filled with curiosity.

Through this conversation, Luo Di could roughly gauge the opponent’s personality.

Lebeite, born in the Corner, leaving the organization for the first time to join the game in the City of Sin, was full of curiosity about the Human World. He had learned about humans through many Corner publications and genuinely wished to become human.

That’s why Lebeite’s appearance, attire, and etiquette were so close to human.

Luo Di was likely the first human Lebeite had encountered, which explained his friendliness.

"I wish I could chat with you more, Luo Di, but time is running out! Here’s the envelope; are you planning to fight me or go through the challenge together?

If it’s a fight, you’re at a disadvantage with an amputated arm and newly evolved skills.

Since we’ve chatted about many things, I’ll do my utmost not to kill you, leaving only minor injuries and incapacitating you for elimination.

Working together through the challenge is also possible; you must be very smart, Luo Di."

In the last ten minutes, Lebeite finally brought the topic back on track, asking the most critical question.

Just as he anticipated engaging in deeper interaction or collaboration with Luo Di, the latter gave an entirely different answer:

"I withdraw; even if I give it my all, I can’t hunt you down right now."

Lebeite looked puzzled, "Withdrawal? That’s not the style of a true Murderer... Based on my personal estimate, if we engage in combat, your win rate would be about 10%.

It’s not a complete impossibility, why not give it a try?"

"You’re not my primary target.

The reason I came to the Corner’s middle layers alone, posing as a human, was not my voluntary choice. A monster was hunting me when I stepped into the Corner.

I was compelled to come here.

Now, I’ve evolved and attained the capability to kill that monster.

That creature is currently watching as a spectator; if I fully exert myself against you, I’d reveal all my cards and capabilities.

It’s merely a plant pot; I have no particular need.

I came here for the real death game solely for advancement, and I’ve already achieved that goal."

"I see; I knew someone as excellent as you, Luo Di, would garner attention. How could you appear alone among a pile of monsters?

What’s the name of the monster chasing you? Maybe I can help in the future."

"No need, that is my target."

Lebeite realized his slip of tongue, hastily apologized, "Sorry, I was too eager to assist! I forgot your hunting principles as a Murderer... What a shame; you’re the one I most wished to face in this game.

If it’s due to these reasons, then let’s leave it at that."

"Indeed, congratulations."

Upon seeing Lebeite in person, after perceiving his true power through Killing Intent and sensing part of Lebeite’s personality as this born monster, Luo Di had already made his decision. ƒгeewebnovёl_com

As Luo Di raised his arm, prepared to withdraw,

Lebeite suddenly stepped forward with speed, grabbing Luo Di’s shoulder, "Wait! I have an idea."

"What is it?"

"Didn’t Question Mark mention that the final checkpoint could be passed collaboratively? As long as we successfully clear ten rooms continuously.

Father mentioned that Question Mark is a principled monster; he never provides dead ends."

Luo Di shook his head, "The difficulty of events in the preceding rooms is sequentially increasing, and the requirements stated in the letters strip away our flesh piece by piece.

Based on my experience in the freezer room just now, making it through even three rooms alive would be the limit.

Besides, my withdrawal doesn’t affect you at all, so why take the risk?"

"It’s necessary~ Very necessary."

Lebeite crouched down, reaching to touch the frozen arm scattered in the shape of a question mark on the ground.

"This game lets me understand Question Mark’s capabilities, aiding me in killing him in the future and becoming a higher-grade monster.

The chance to personally experience Question Mark’s capabilities is rare.

As the winner, I’d be forbidden from future participation."

Killing Question Mark was spoken so nonchalantly by Lebeite, as if it were an ordinary matter, seemingly absurd but vaguely understandable to Luo Di.

"I’ve constantly been trying to decode the first few levels; the strip of flesh is mainly related to the question mark~ Perhaps every mechanism corresponding to the question mark hides unknown secrets.

A genius like you, Luo Di, who took first place in a human school, might just be able to work with me to decipher Question Mark’s abilities and find a way to pass the checkpoints?

Want to give it a try?

If you can’t hold on, you can always choose to withdraw."

Luo Di glanced sideways at the monster who mimicked humans to the best degree, attempting to grasp his eccentric thinking.

Buzz! Suddenly, in that instant, their wavelengths aligned.

Compared to understanding Question Mark’s abilities, at that moment, he wanted more to comprehend this "born monster."

Luo Di had an intuition,

The man in front of him will become a crucial presence within the Corner. If he doesn’t seize the opportunity for deeper contact, he’ll miss many chances.

Moreover, through this, he could learn about the opponent’s abilities, understand what’s special about this monster born in the Corner, and better prepare for potential future conflict.

"I have one condition, just as I mentioned earlier. In the process of collaborative level clearance, I won’t expose too many capabilities; once we reach my perceived limit, it’s over."

"Okay! Luo Di, you assist using your brains as much as possible, and I’ll primarily handle the events."

Lebeite reached out his hand; Luo Di didn’t hesitate much and shook it.

The touch was similar to humans, not conveying much strength, even less forceful than that of an adult... But as the handshake prolonged and Luo Di’s perception of color sharpened, he seemed to detect something.

’What is this structure?’

The Lebeite in front looked at him curiously, "Mr. Di, does a human handshake last this long? The books just glossed over it."

"It’s nothing, let’s begin."

Luo Di released his grip, grateful that the born monster in front of him bore no hostility and had a pleasant demeanor... At least on the surface, it seemed pleasant.

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