Chapter 787 (1/2)
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
The gamers on Earth were naturally much weaker. Up until the time that Sui Xiong had left Earth, this was the case. Legend has it that one had used the PS2 game system to create a supercomputer, and they used it to control drones to attack enemies. Yet they were not considered gamers as they were not really playing games.
On earth, the idea of strength in numbers was based on a united group with a similar goal in mind. If they were disunited and messy, they would not have much power. Furthermore, the gamers would be very far from one another physically because they didn’t all live in the same location. However, in this world, there was no need for any tangible organization, as those with the same attitudes and passions could already create a force. Here, “will” was an actual power, and the combined will of thousands of people would scare even gods. Thus, the fleeing of the overpowered scholar was not surprising at all.
After having a good laugh, Sui Xiong brought up the issue of the lines at the game center to Leon.
“These few days, it’s been extremely cold. How can we let the people line up there overnight? If they fall sick or freeze to death, that would be truly unfortunate,” Sui Xiong replied unhappily.
“That has actually happened before. Originally, when “unlimited thrill” was first released, there were people who lined up till they froze to death. Afterward, I sent troops to patrol during the night and check on the gamers’ health to ensure it would never happen again. However, injuries due to the cold are inevitable, but there are free medical services around to treat these cases.” Leon sighed.
“These people are treated for free?”
“Yes. Not only do they receive free treatment, but they also receive free fur blankets, free supper and breakfast, mainly wine, hot soup and biscuits. They may not be the most appetizing, but they warm people up. With these things, one would most likely be prevented from freezing to death. However, injuries are still common, and thus, doctors and priests do morning patrols to take care of these cases… Overall, the expenditure is high, but we have the resources to spend on the people.” Leon smiled.
Sui Xiong nodded and smiled. In the Void Mask Church, the most loyal follower would definitely be Gerald. Even if Sui Xiong mentioned an impossible task like shooting the sundown, he would also heed the order and try to create a giant bow and would not consider the viability of the order. However, the most ingenious member of the church was definitely Leon. He was able to understand Sui Xiong’s intentions and execute them well, to Sui Xiong’s satisfaction. Sometimes, Sui Xiong felt that Leon being a mere governor was a waste of his talents, and he couldn’t help but mention this topic again.
“Not really. Sure, I could be of a higher position or even be a king with relative ease, but what for? I’m not someone with great leadership ambitions. I never wanted to be a king. If I had a choice, I would be a librarian like Mr. Wall, spending my time reading or practicing my fighting skills. It’s a good life. If not, I would like to be like the God of Courage, transforming into a common nomad and helping those in need. Being a governor is enough for me, as I do not care about titles. It’s even considered a rather high title to me already… I’m still a church leader, and since I’m under you, no matter what king I meet, I still seem equal to them.”
“But… Don’t you think you could do better? If you were a king, you could rule a country well…”