Chapter 1501: Chapter 594: The Terrifying Side Effect Halo

Ten minutes.

The key point is that Zhou Wang is completely clueless about the effects of the "Side Effect Halo."

Noticing Zhou Wang’s uneasy expression, Qiu Zeyu, Li Youjun, and the others looked over.

"Brother Dog, what’s up?"

"Nothing, my stomach suddenly feels a bit off. Find me a private room, I need to use the bathroom..."

Zhou Wang waved his hand dismissively.

Though the request for a "private room" seemed a bit strange, on the territory of the Galaxy Group, such minor requests were naturally easy to fulfill.

Soon enough, under the personal guidance of a high-ranking manager, Zhou Wang arrived at a nearby VIP lounge.

Zhou Wang dismissed everyone, including his personal bodyguard Xiao Wang, entering the lavishly decorated lounge alone.

The main reason was his uncertainty about whether this "Side Effect Halo" might affect others. Although Zhou Wang felt it wouldn’t be severe, caution was still wise.

Sitting on the long sofa in the lounge, Zhou Wang lit a cigarette, and finally heard the system notification.

...

Ding!

["Psychological Sin Halo" activated]

[Countdown: 24 hours]

[Psychological Sin Halo: The Conch once granted you the ability to hear others’ inner thoughts. As a backlash, you will be tormented by your own Dark Side during the duration]

[In the doctrine of certain religions, human transgressions have been divided into seven types, considered the root of other sins. The seven sins are: Pride, Envy, Wrath, Sloth, Greed, Gluttony, Lust]

[Note: The seven negative halos will randomly switch during the duration]

...

Looking at the system notification, Zhou Wang’s initial reaction was relief.

Because he once received the [Divine Fortune Halo], Zhou Wang was worried the system might give him something like a "Misfortune Halo." If it did, Zhou Wang might not even dare to step outside.

But judging by the description of the "Psychological Sin Halo," it seemed fine, not one of those mystical types, only affecting Zhou Wang himself.

As for the so-called "Seven Deadly Sins," it’s a widely known concept, with many comics and movies having drawn upon this idea, so Zhou Wang wasn’t a stranger to it.

Objectively speaking, these Dark Sides are inherently part of human nature; it’s just that, as normal people, everyone tries to control their desires and usually don’t show them.

Take "Sloth," for example, who doesn’t enjoy being lazy?

In today’s more open-minded era, even "lying flat" can openly be a life goal—something Zhou Wang once aspired to.

Zhou Wang had imagined the joy of lying flat countless times, but when he truly had the means to do so, he found out...

Damn, this kind of happiness is unimaginable to others.

In Zhou Wang’s understanding, the function of this halo probably magnifies the Dark Side of human nature, influencing one’s behavior.

However, Zhou Wang estimates it shouldn’t be a big issue, given that as a moral role model, he possesses remarkable willpower and should be able to control himself...right?

"After all the storms I’ve weathered, a mere psychological halo can’t affect me one bit!"

Thinking this, Zhou Wang flicked his cigarette butt away and strode out of the lounge.

In the system interface, the symbol of "sin" on the wheel silently pointed to "Pride" amid Zhou Wang’s disregard.

...

Li Youlong and the others were in the corridor outside the lounge. Seeing Zhou Wang come out, they cast enquiring or concerned looks his way.

"Are you alright?"

Because Zhou Wang had stayed inside for quite a while, Qiu Zeyu asked.

"I’m fine, what could possibly be wrong? Hahaha, I’m feeling terrific right now!"

Zhou Wang laughed heartily.

Qiu Zeyu was slightly stunned because he felt that Zhou Wang seemed a bit different from before, but he couldn’t pinpoint exactly what was different.

"Then Mr. Zhou, shall we continue the tour?"

Li Youjun smiled beside him and suggested.

"Sure, you lead the way."

Zhou Wang chuckled, casually patting Li Youjun on the shoulder.

Li Youlong felt Zhou Wang’s pat was a bit strong, but said nothing, smiling as he led the way ahead.

The group then headed to one of Zhou Wang’s favorite spots in Galaxy Resort City... the Interstellar Entertainment City.

The Galaxy Group, before it became a group, started with the interstellar hotel, and its core business is the interstellar entertainment city.

The reason why the 20% original stock Zhou Wang acquired is so valuable is largely due to the "entertainment" business under the interstellar hotel.

This is the foundation of the Li family’s fortune, with profitability called a "gold-eating beast," especially in the past, when there were still many wealthy people, the daily cash flow of the interstellar entertainment city was astronomical.

"There are many walk-in guests at the entertainment city daily, but they mainly serve to maintain popularity, that’s all."

Entering the grand doors of the entertainment city, looking ahead at a hall bustling with activity and full of "gaming machines," Li Youjun laughed:

"The truly profitable projects are not here."

Li Youlong cryptically pointed to the ceiling.

Zhou Wang understood that these crowds filling the hall were either tourists visiting Ao Island or a few idling professional players who contributed minimally to profitability, mainly keeping the entertainment city running.

The ones truly bringing significant profits to the entertainment city are those "bosses" with strong purchasing power.