CH 5 ඞ
(here are the fonts used to differentiate and to help readers understand)Thought or think[digital or robot or digital communication voice]{telepathy}Big or loud echoing voice.
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Victor, overwhelmed with excitement, exclaimed, "Phew... I got a lot more than I expected!" He stared at his screen in disbelief, witnessing a substantial rise in income. Questions began to flood his mind. What potential could be unlocked if he included Serpelu content in Version 5 along with the new additional mod archive? Contemplating the future, he envisioned Versions 6 and 7 entirely dedicated to Erekir. The possibilities seemed endless, prompting Victor to consider the strategic implications of each upcoming release and how they will be released."Hohoho~ as expected of a game that is addictive! But this is just a small game," Victor said as he smirked and scratched his chin in glee.Of course what Victor said is true, and there are a lot of games and other better games that can top that, like Age of Empires, as well as Warcraft, that one empire game.Of course he can make those; he just wants to use the triple AAA sizes so that they are better than what they used to be in his former world."What if we add something "family-friendly" and make a lot of family members play the game? Oh, how fun!" Victor laughs maniacally inside his room.He then starts pulling out his iPad and then starts doodling simple and clean app design, and then he uploaded the JPEG into the entertainment software, and then he types "among us."He spends the least 3 hours of coding and buying memory capsules of planning and finalizing into a pile as he places the finishing touches.It will for PC and mobile, as well of course it's $20.After completing the game, he presses the word published as he clicks his mouse.It took a moment to upload, as when it finishes, a pop-up appears in front of Victor's screen.[The game has been published]"Hehe, this should be fun..." Victor giggles maniacally..
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After Victor published the game, 3 hours later, Bianka, who is famously known to Honkai Impact 3rd readers as Durandal, had just finished her duties as a government agent. As she stretched her arms and back, she slowly completed her tasks on her laptop. After sending her work to her superiors, she shut down her laptop with a satisfied smile, saying, "That should do it for today."Rita, her friend, was standing by the door, leaning against the doorway. "Going home soon?" she asked, her tone casual yet curious."Yeah," replied Bianka as she effortlessly swung her sling bag over her shoulder, walking past Rita. She paused and turned back, asking, "Are you coming as well?"Rita smiled maturely, her eyes sparkling with amusement, and held up her bag. "Well, I did wait," she said softly, a hint of laughter in her voice, mirroring Bianka's giggles."Would you like to join me for dinner with my parents?" Bianka suggested eagerly, a warm invitation in her voice."Oh, don't trouble yourself," Rita waved off the offer dismissively, though her eyes betrayed a flicker of interest."But my family already knows you, it's no bother at all," Bianka insisted, her enthusiasm infectious.Rita relented with a laugh, "Fine, but next time, I'll be treating you to a meal."They both go to the train station as a sleek, futuristic-looking train glides in, its doors opening invitingly for them to board. Inside, they are pleasantly surprised to find that the train is not crowded, making it easy for them to locate available seats."Did you just play a game?" Rita inquires curiously."Oh, are you referring to that recent craze?" Bianka replies with a chuckle, pulling out her phone to show Rita. "My sister has been absolutely insistent.""Ah, little Kiana's influence, I see. Well, I must admit, the game is rather enjoyable," Rita confesses as she showcases her own phone."Surprising, isn't it? I never thought you would be into these kinds of games," Bianka remarks teasingly."Nor did I. It caught my attention, and before I knew it, I was hooked," Rita admits with a shy smile, attempting to maintain her usual composed demeanor."Ha, funny how that happens. I found myself in the same boat," Bianka says, slightly blushing at her own unexpected fascination with a simple 2D game."The AI opponents in the game are surprisingly strategic, which had me intrigued," Rita explains, shrugging."Indeed, it's impressive how engaging it can be," Bianka agrees, nodding knowingly.Their conversation is interrupted by a notification that pops up on their phones, prompting them to glance down in unison."What's this?" Bianka muses, her curiosity piqued as she taps on her phone's screen."Oh, it looks like a new game was recently added," Rita observes excitedly.Bianka navigates to the app store and discovers a game titled 'Among Us,' briefly scanning through the description."Hey, it's a multiplayer game, oh it's also the same industry that made Mindustry, and it's family-friendly. Why don't we give it a try at my place, with my parents and siblings?" Bianka suggests with a smile."That sounds like a wonderful idea," Rita agrees enthusiastically, nodding in approval of the plan..
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As Bianka and Rita exited the train station, the brisk evening air greeted them, carrying the scent of distant flowers. They hailed a cab, its yellow paint gleaming under the streetlights, and embarked on the short journey to Bianka's family home. Upon arrival, they were met with the sight of the grand house standing proudly against the backdrop of the night sky, its windows aglow with warm light.Bianka's hand trembled slightly as she raised it to knock on the door, the anticipation of reuniting with her family coursing through her veins. "Mama, papa, I'm home," she announced softly, her voice carrying a hint of nostalgia.Bianka then slowly opens the door and then slowly opens and they both go to the living roomAs Cecilia the mother Comes out of the kitchen wearing her apron "Ara, Bianka welcome home~ and Rita, nice to see a familiar face, come in I'll make dinner""Thank you miss Cecilia" Rita said as he then sits down on then couch."Mama, where's papa? And sister Sirin?" Bianka then quickly. Takes off her suit leaving her shirt underneath."Oh you know Siegfried, he is taking freelance job for the night and might comes back home any time, as for Sirin..." Cecilia chopping carrots "... Hmm... She will come back any minute now, probably bringing Bella along""Eeeh, I guess Kiana and Celine went upstairs," Bianka commented casually as she then made herself comfortable, sitting down on the couch beside Rita."Well," Cecilia grinned warmly, her smile reflecting her contentment."KIANAAAAAA!" The boisterous shout echoed through the house."You know those twins," Cecilia mentioned nonchalantly, as she continued to prepare food in the kitchen."Come here, you idiot!""Waaaahh!"There's a loud stomping sound as Kiana panics and rushes down the stairs, followed closely by Celine, a white-haired, orange-eyed creature that resembles the Herrscher of the Void. This is a rendition of what may happen if Kiana's twin existed in this parallel universe."You goddamn Glutton! You Eat my noodles!" Celine quickly about to catches Kiana, who was making a swift escape towards the living room."Mama! Celine is going to kill me!" Kiana's panic-filled voice echoed as she dashed into the living room, seeking refuge."Come here!" With determination, Celine managed to seize Kiana, swiftly executing a leg lock as they both tumbled to the floor in a tangle of limbs.With her neck ensnared in Celine's leg lock, Kiana's desperate struggles to free herself were met with resistance. Gasping for breath, she pleaded, "Bianka... Rita.... Save me...""Alright, alright break up you two," Bianka's calming voice intervened, as she assisted Kiana with Rita coming to the rescue to pry Celine away, diffusing the intense situation."Hey, mama, I'm back-What the hell just happened?" Sirin, a mature woman with striking purple hair, stood amidst the chaos of the living room, her expression a mix of confusion and disbelief as she blinked in rapid succession, trying to make sense of the pandemonium that surrounded her.Bella follows Sirin, who is carrying some takeaway food as a gift since Sirin wants Bella to bring her inside for dinner with Sirin's family, with a "Ehhh..."It's worth mentioning the family in the household - Sirin being the oldest adopted daughter, Bianka the second biological daughter, and finally, the twins Kiana and Celine, who were the youngest biological daughters.As everyone is settling down after 3 minutes later..."Pay it! PAY IT!" Celine slammed the table with a fierce determination, her voice cutting through the tension in the room as she pointed a trembling finger at Kiana seated at the far end, her eyes blazing with anger. Meanwhile, Bianka, sensing the escalating tension, quickly moved to restrain Celine, wrapping her arms around her little sister in a protective gesture."Never!" Kiana hisses like a cat as she retorted defiantly, her voice low and full of venom, as she discreetly ducked underneath the table, her gaze locked with Celine's in a silent battle of wills."Alright, stop you two," Bianka asserted, halting them with a firm glance once again. "Anyway, how about we all play a game together? It's always a fun and enjoyable way for family to bond."Cecilia, curious and intrigued, peered out from the kitchen and inquired, "Oh, what game do you have in mind?""Hai, mama, come join us. Have you seen the latest game released by HelloKitty? It's so entertaining," Bianka eagerly displayed her phone screen.Excitedly, Kiana chimed in, "Oh, I have that game too! I was just about to start playing it."Cecilia, with a touch of humility, responded, "I'm not quite sure if I'll be good at it though." Meanwhile, Sirin, with a reassuring gesture, simply waved her hand in encouragement."Don't worry, you'll do great! Let me assist you in getting the game installed, mama," Sirin kindly offered, eager to help Cecilia join in the gaming fun with the rest of the family."Tch, if I win, you pay," Celine said, her voice laced with determination, as she extended her finger towards the smirking Kiana, their eyes locked in a competitive gaze that spoke volumes."And when I win, I'll eat your noodles again but you can't complain!" Kiana retorted with a mischievous grin, her playful challenge echoing in the room."Deal!" Celine replied, her own smirk growing more pronounced as she accepted the wager with confidence.The two sisters stood facing each other, their smartphones at the ready, fingers poised to engage in a battle of wits within the virtual world."I heard that it's a family-friendly game," Bella interjected, her curiosity piqued as she directed her gaze towards Sirin, seeking confirmation."Mhm, guess it's finally a game that lives up to its industry name, HelloKitty," Sirin remarked, nodding in agreement with a hint of amusement."Yosh! Let's start!" Bianka exclaimed eagerly, breaking the brief pause as she urged everyone to begin the gaming session.Amidst the cozy setting of the living room, the group embarked on their Among Us adventure, unaware of the unexpected twists and turns that awaited them, soon realizing that their assumptions about the game's innocence would be proven wrong..
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After 4 hours of riding through the dark night, the clock striking 11:30 pm upon his arrival, Siegfried finally pulls into the driveway on his roaring motorcycle. He eases the bike into the garage, the rumbling engine gradually dissipating as he exhales deeply, the relief evident in his voice, "phew... Finally made it..."With his helmet in hand, he trudges wearily towards the front door, thoughts lingering on his family inside. "I wonder if everyone has finished dinner by now," he muses under his breath.With a click, the door unlocks, and as it swings open wide, Siegfried calls out, "I'm home- eh?" His greeting trails off abruptly as he registers the unexpected sight that unfolds before him, freezing him in his tracks."You fucking Bitch! Komm her, du Arschloch!" Celine yells as he speaks in German on the last phrases, filled with anger at the escalating situation."Ich bin nicht der Betrüger, wie kannst du es Dick sagen!" Kiana talks back yelling in German, her voice reflecting a mix of frustration and disbelief."Girls please language!" Cecilia tries to diffuse the tension, gently stepping in to prevent the twins from engaging in physical confrontation."How could you... It was Bianka, I saw her by the cafeteria," Rita said, her tone laced with concern as she attempts to clarify the situation."No, I was in the main deck, diligently completing my task on the ship," Bianka defended herself, her words underlining her innocence in the unfolding drama."I don't know if I can trust anyone in this family... Cheaters... Cheaters I tell you," Sirin having trust issues as she rubs her head in frustration, the weight of betrayal heavy on her shoulders. The uncertainty clouding her judgment as she grapples with feelings of betrayal. her virtual death repeating a staggering 23 times in the game."Ermm... Don't be like that Sirin... And umm... Sorry," Bella feeling guilty as she is the one that killed half of the count as she tries to comfort Sirin and her death streak. Her voice filled with remorse as she attempts to mend the rift caused by her actions, seeking reconciliation in the face of conflict."Umm...." Siegfried hesitated, unsure of how to respond upon catching sight of Cecilia making her way towards him. As Cecilia ran towards him, she exclaimed, "Ziggy! Welcome back!" with a noticeable sweat drop on her forehead, adding, "Sorry it's kinda hectic here..."Curious, Siegfried took a moment to gaze around before inquiring, "What happened while I was gone?""Well... We all got engaged in this interesting new game," explained Cecilia, holding up her phone for Siegfried to see, prompting him to squint as he read the screen out loud, "Among Us?"Cecilia nodded and elaborated, "Yeah, the game's description claims it's family-friendly, but... it's a thrilling game of deduction where players must uncover the traitor on the spaceship, otherwise risking the lives of the innocents," she shared, accompanied by a nervous smile."And who won?" Siegfried inquired, his eyes curious as he directed the question toward Cecilia."I did," Cecilia replied with a lighthearted grin, a sense of pride evident in her voice."And what was your most played role?" Siegfried pressed on, his interest piqued by Cecilia's gaming prowess."Mostly imposter," Cecilia confessed with a chuckle, recalling the deceptive tactics she often employed in the game.Glancing back at the group of girls engaged in a heated argument, Siegfried couldn't help but notice the lingering tension and concluded, "Did anyone manage to get it right?"Cecilia's laughter filled the room as she shook her head, "Haha... No, I almost feel sorry for them!"Siegfried nodded knowingly, recalling how adept his wife was at gaming. "Yeah, that seems about right," he remarked.As Cecilia started to head back to the kitchen to resume dinner preparations, she added, "Well, I'll go back to getting dinner ready..
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Meanwhile somewhere else...In the depths of the police department, under the dim glow of fluorescent lights, the crime scene investigation unit buzzed with activity, even at the late hour of 3 a.m. Albedo, a meticulous criminalist and biologist, meticulously combed through the evidence with his assistant, Sucrose, at his side.The abandoned warehouse loomed in the background, a silent witness to the chaos that had unfolded within its walls. Surrounded by a sea of uniformed officers, Keaya, the head of the Investigation Division, approached Albedo and Sucrose, his expression grim as he surveyed the scene before them. "Another burned-down warehouse," Sucrose remarked quietly, her voice tinged with a hint of dismay."Hmm. It seems so," Albedo replied in his usual composed manner, his keen eyes scanning the surroundings for any clues. "What for?"Keaya shrugged, his gaze distant as he recounted the events leading up to the arson. "All we know is that a few gangs of thugs burned down a large shipment of supplies of fine items from the East."As Albedo continued his examination, Sucrose suddenly interjected, her voice eager with discovery. "Mister Albedo, I would like you to see this."Albedo turned towards his assistant, curiosity piqued, and approached her side. Together, they observed a mark left behind by the perpetrators, a symbol that sent a shiver down Albedo's spine. "Abyssal Institute," he murmured, recognizing the ominous insignia all too well."It seems like they aren't here for just simple wrecking havoc, probably something else, something they're searching for," Albedo mused aloud, his mind already racing with possibilities. "For now, I think we have a lot of clues, Sucrose. Write them down.""Yes, mister Albedo," Sucrose replied dutifully, grabbing her pen and clipboard to document their findings.Turning to Keaya, Albedo inquired further about the origins of the plundered goods. "Have you determined the exact location in the East where the shipment originated from?""Indeed, apparently they are from Ningguang's large Jade Chamber industries..." Keaya confirmed.Albedo nodded thoughtfully, recalling snippets of information he had gleaned from his network of contacts. "I see. Perhaps, from what I heard, a collaborative research effort involving the esteemed professors of Academic University; they've been rumored to be in collaboration with a major corporation," he speculated, his thoughts drifting to a conversation he'd had with Lisa, the ever-informative librarian.As Albedo examined the scene more closely, his keen senses detected traces of gunpowder lingering in the air, along with the unmistakable scent of spent bullets. Kneeling down, he carefully collected samples, sealing them in plastic bags for further analysis."We should start heading back to the department," Albedo declared, rising to his feet and securing the evidence in his pocket."Yes, mister Albedo," Sucrose affirmed with a crisp salute, ready to follow her mentor's lead.(Author: oh~ the plot thickens)Six ours later...Albedo and Sucrose made their way back to the department, where they delved into the intricate details of the ongoing criminal case that had captured their attention. As they immersed themselves in their work, time seemed to slip away unnoticed, until six hours had swiftly passed. "That wraps it up for today," Albedo declared, pushing himself up from the table and reaching for his jacket before making his way towards the door..As the night wore on and fatigue began to set in, Albedo finally called an end to their work for the day. "That should be it for today," he declared, pushing himself up from the table and reaching for his jacket.
"Oh, Mister Albedo, uh... Would you like to come have some fun?" Sucrose asked tentatively, her eyes bright with anticipation.Albedo paused, considering her invitation for a moment before nodding. "Hm? Oh, of course, I suppose," he replied with his usual calm demeanor."That would be wonderful! I heard from a friend that there's a new game made by HelloKitty," Sucrose exclaimed, excitement bubbling in her voice as she shows her phone."Ah, another game so soon? Mindustry just released not even a month ago. Perhaps it's all for the hype," Albedo mused, his analytical mind always at work."I don't know about that, Mister Albedo, but the game still looks fun. Should we play later on?" Sucrose suggested eagerly."Sure, I suppose I have some time," Albedo agreed, glancing at his watch."Great! I think Amber and Sir Keaya would be happy to join in playing Among Us!" Sucrose exclaimed, clasping her hands together with a smile."Well... Let's see how family-friendly the game is," Albedo remarked with a hint of amusement, already intrigued by the prospect of a lighthearted diversion from their intense work..After 8 days after the game Among Us, has been published, the game has been sold a big ton of 40,000 copies of how much of a fun game for what they thought is a fun and family friendly game as it was supposed to be intended from its description, but was only finished a lot of game attempts only to be felt betrayed and saltiness at each other, nevertheless they didn't affect veryuch, but it will show some of people's true personality, and get to know them better, in a mean and chaotic way..
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"Hahahaha! I knew this game would get popular!" Victor said as he looked at the game, which skyrocketed after just 8 days, which is by far one of the most successful games he just brought to this parallel world."I never thought that they would get this invested, then again, the entertainment here is just like thin to nothing at all, except a few exceptional careers like singing and movies, streaming, and other entertainments," Victor said as he then saw that he has now 46,230 Bitties."If calculating overall, that's like $924,600! Hahahaha!" Victor said as he then looked at the computer."Hmm, but this is not enough." Victor stands up and then turns and looks out his window to see the neighborhood just right through the door of his Otaku room."As much as I would like to use gacha games, there are a few I would like to pick. But for now, I feel a little need." Victor didn't continue as he first wiped his eyes and let out a deep sigh, letting out some fresh air from his mouth.He then opens his eyes and then smirks, "There is a need.....""...""...""...""... A need for some Democracy".
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