pertwk Chapter 4, The Primordial Witch, is really good!
Chapter 4, The Primordial Witch, is really good!
Soon, Lu Xingchen felt that cold and crazy whisper from the depths of his being.
At first, it was only occasionally late at night that he felt countless eyes watching him in the dark, and he would hear soft, indistinct, yet alluring whispers in his ears.
He can "see" more distorted dreams and "perceive" deeper levels of malice. His emotions become extremely unstable, and he is often overwhelmed by inexplicable irritability, anger, or despair.
He knew this was a sign that things were about to get out of control.
Fortunately, perhaps his soul from another world possessed a certain resistance, or perhaps the "audience" approach itself carried a certain degree of self-examination and rationality, so this loss of control was not entirely uncontrollable.
Unlike other methods, it did not cause his body to undergo a terrifying mutation immediately, turning him directly into a mindless monster.
It's more like a continuous mental stimulus, constantly amplifying and distorting certain emotions in him—especially those primal desires stemming from the depths of human nature.
"Ah... I see."
Lu Xingchen quickly analyzed the crux of the problem. He shook his head with a wry smile, "The aftereffects are really... direct."
He realized that he needed an outlet, a "valve" to temporarily suppress that crazy desire.
As a result of this aftereffect, many of Lu Xingchen's "firsts" in life were quickly handed over in a way he never expected.
In order to solidify his crumbling rationality and humanity, Lu Xingchen began to frequently move among the middle-class and aristocratic circles of Backlund.
He uses his ability to "see" people to easily understand their hearts and accurately capture those souls who are empty, lonely, or craving excitement.
He can easily "see" their hidden desires and secrets, and then subtly guide and satisfy them.
He frequented various salons, balls, and private parties. With the extraordinary charm bestowed upon him by the "manipulator" and his precise grasp of people's hearts, as well as the luxurious clothes he acquired through illegitimate means that were so realistic they could be mistaken for genuine, he quickly became a mysterious and popular "regular" in social circles.
Moving among elegant ladies, passionate young girls, and still charming young women became his main way of "stabilizing his mental state" at the time.
Of course, he didn't let go of the witches, a "specialty" of the Lord of Mysteries' world.
Lu Xingchen was no stranger to witches.
They are extraordinary individuals of the "Witch" pathway, renowned for their unique charm, enigmatic abilities, and complex moral stance. They exist on the fringes of order, both dangerous and alluring.
Dealing with them was undoubtedly like dancing on a knife's edge. But for Lu Xingchen, who desperately needed "relaxation" and "stability" at the time, this dangerous stimulation actually helped him temporarily forget the crazy whispers from the depths of his being.
In short, it was awesome!
During those days of indulging in the extravagance and desires of Backlund, Lu Xingchen felt as if he were possessed by the soul of the legendary Emperor Roselle. He often sought out the witch to "relax" and experience that ultimate, forbidden pleasure.
In his diary, Emperor Roselle dared to write at most vaguely: "The taste of a witch is really good."
But Lu Xingchen dared to stand with his hands on his hips and loudly declare, "The taste of the Primordial Witch is truly wonderful!"
That's right, he not only had dealings with extraordinary individuals in the "Witch" pathway, but he also messed with a Sequence Zero in the "Witch" pathway: the Primordial Witch at the True God level!
But this is not all.
During his decadent and dissolute days in Backlund, Lu Xingchen's "social circle" extended far beyond that.
Petite and delicate, bursting with a sense of justice, yet with a touch of stubbornness, Hugh Deercha is an arbitrator.
Fors Wall is a lazy, free-spirited, and exceptionally talented female writer who is always late with her work.
And then there's that junior schoolmate who loves mechanics, has a slightly conservative personality, but possesses amazing talent: Melissa Moretti.
And finally, there's Miss Audrey Hall, who is beautiful, elegant, and noble, comparable to a high-ranking witch, yet kind and pure at heart, and is hailed as "the most dazzling jewel in Backlund".
Lu Xingchen had a wonderful encounter with each of them.
What? You're saying the other person doesn't want to?
Understanding the Hypnosis Series - Part 1...
Pshaw, he didn't do any hypnosis. He just used the abilities of the "audience" and the "manipulator" to provide some in-depth psychological counseling to girls who were filled with confusion and troubles.
This helps them confront their desires and release inner pressure.
Of course, this kind of "psychological counseling" is probably hard for outsiders to understand.
Despite this, Lu Xingchen was not without his troubles.
Although some core taboo knowledge was automatically sealed, he still vaguely remembered that the "audience" route seemed to have been occupied by one or more "old hands" hiding behind the scenes. His path to promotion was almost completely blocked.
"Since there's no hope of promotion, what's the point of even trying?"
Having figured this out, Lu Xingchen completely relaxed. "Anyway, a demigod's lifespan is long enough. Rather than struggling in scheming and dangerous exploration, I might as well enjoy myself and relax when I should."
With this mindset, he lived a more and more "comfortable" life in Backlund.
However, peaceful days are always short-lived. He was eventually drawn into the epic war of the gods that would determine the fate of the world.
As for why he time-traveled a second time, that's related to the primordial witch "Chik".
When the protagonist Klein Moretti had gathered all the characteristics of the "Fool" pathway and was preparing to hold a ceremony to advance to Sequence Zero "Fool", the Primordial Witch used some means to scheme against Lu Xingchen, making him stop Klein from becoming a god.
Heaven has mercy on him, a Sequence Four trying to stop Sequence Zero? Are you kidding me!
However, the schemes of a true god are like a net that cannot be cast, so how could a mere demigod possibly escape them?
Under the coercion and enticement of the Primordial Witch, and driven by fate, Lu Xingchen had no choice but to bite the bullet and go for it.
The result can be imagined.
In that pivotal battle that determined the course of the world, he didn't even get a clear look at Klein's face before being sent flying by the newly minted "Fool" with a casual "Big Strike" (a mental attack) imbued with the power of the Source Castle.
Ultimately, Klein successfully absorbed the characteristics, held a ceremony, and officially ascended to Sequence Zero: The Fool, sitting atop the Source Castle and becoming the new ruler.
The primordial witch's plan failed, and she suffered heavy losses in her battles with other gods, forcing her to retreat temporarily and hide away to lick her wounds.