There were countless stories of players encountering seemingly harmless creatures, only to meet a grim fate. One player approached a palm-sized bird, which transformed into a massive Kunpeng and swallowed them whole.
Another player brushed against a seemingly innocent monk sweeping the road and was instantly killed.
The world outside the cities, which appeared tranquil, was fraught with hidden dangers.
Even random bandits could pose a significant threat to players.
Si Fuqing blinked, "But it looks so pretty here. I want to pick some flowers."
"Pick flowers? Uncle will take you to a better place for that," Bandit A's eyes were filled with greed. "The flowers over there are much prettier. Just follow me."
Si Fuqing looked at the nameless bandits and replied slowly, "No, you're too ugly."