ebonymovies Chapter 55: From 1 to 0
Chapter 55: From 1 to 0
The night in room 404 was eerily quiet.
Jiang Bai lay on the bed, tossing and turning, making pancakes.
Whenever I close my eyes, the terrifying image that automatically pops into my mind is me dressed as a woman participating in several rounds of "The Voice of China".
On the talent show stage, under the spotlight, a burly man wearing a white dress and a wig is making a heart shape with his hands towards the thousands of audience members below the stage.
The following rounds.
Facing the attention of millions of netizens across the internet, she continues to sing one female song after another.
The scene was too beautiful for him to imagine.
The more I think about it, the more painful it becomes, and the more I can't sleep.
"no……"
"That's so embarrassing."
"This is like a slow torture for my straight male soul."
Jiang Bai suddenly opened his eyes, feeling a tightness in his chest.
At times like these, only consumption can bring temporary happiness.
Only gambling can numb the nerves of pain.
He glanced at the system panel.
Current popularity score: 20,850.
As the promotional photos for "Beauty's Rival in Palace" went viral, the show's popularity score has reached 20,000.
"smoke!"
"I have to try!"
Even a consolation prize makes me feel that life is still worthwhile.
Jiang Bai gritted his teeth and gave the system a direct order:
"Chief, give me thirty shots first!"
"I want quality stuff! Don't give me anything fancy!"
Splash!
The wheel spun, its light flashing.
Thank you for your patronage.
Thank you for your patronage.
Thank you for your patronage.
……
Looking at that string of gray lines, Jiang Bai felt even more depressed.
Until the twenty-eighth shot.
A flash of blue light appeared.
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have gained 1 attribute point: Intelligence.]
Jiang Bai pursed his lips.
"intelligence?"
"I'm already this smart, what do I need intelligence for?"
"Can you suggest something more practical? Like a 'thicker skin technique' or a 'cloaking technique'?"
Then, the thirtieth shot.
A purple light flashed!
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained special equipment: [Lucky Versatile White Sneakers] .]
[Item Description: These are a pair of seemingly ordinary, yet subtly sophisticated white canvas shoes. A classic design, universally appealing, and the king of versatility.]
[Attribute Bonus: After wearing this item, the host's luck value increases by 10% (only effective when worn).]
[Note: While this won't guarantee you'll win the lottery, it can at least increase your chances of finding money on the street and decrease your chances of stepping in dog poop.]
With a thought, a pair of brand-new white canvas shoes appeared in Jiang Bai's system inventory.
He looked at it carefully.
Fortunately.
It wasn't high heels, nor was it the kind of women's shoes with lace trim.
They're just ordinary, basic sneakers.
Pure white, with a simple design and no unnecessary logos.
When boys wear it, it exudes sunshine; when girls wear it, it exudes youth.
"Phew... thankfully, this wasn't a complete loss."
Jiang Bai breathed a sigh of relief.
"As long as it's not high heels, I'm thankful."
Luck +10%?
This is really good stuff!
Maybe it will be easier to win gold in future lotteries?
After firing those thirty shots, Jiang Bai felt his skills were improving.
That gambler's mentality has once again taken hold.
"Again!"
"Since the lucky shoes have already been released, there must be other good stuff coming out!"
"All in! Thirty more rounds!"
Another dazzling light effect followed.
This time, the system's shipment rate was still disappointing.
Twenty-nine times, "Thank you for your patronage."
Only once, a flash of golden light!
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained a rare attribute point: Charm +1.]
A total of sixty lottery draws were conducted, consuming six thousand popularity points.
In return, I gained a pair of shoes, a bit of intelligence, and a bit of charm.
After the lottery draw.
Jiang Bai lay back on the pillow, trying to feel the changes in his body.
The feeling of being at my peak of charm is slowly taking hold.
but……
The effect of that slight increase in intelligence displayed on the system panel was immediate.
original.
Jiang Bai felt only a chaotic restlessness and a painful urge to escape the rehearsal tomorrow night.
It's like a tangled mess stuck in my heart.
And now.
With a +1 to intelligence, his mind instantly became incredibly clear.
His logical thinking became exceptionally meticulous.
He began to not only feel pain, but he could even clearly analyze why he was in pain, where the pain was rooted, and what kind of social death consequences this pain would cause.
Every detail, every potentially awkward scene, was vividly replayed in his mind.
such as:
"Based on the current wind speed and skirt length, if I do that high leg raise, the probability of me accidentally exposing myself is 99.8%."
"Based on the counselor's position and eyesight, there is an 85% chance he can recognize my leg hair."
"Based on my current psychological capacity, if I were recognized, the probability of me dying on the spot is 50%."
Logical closed loop.
Clear and logical.
"..."
Jiang Bai closed his eyes in despair.
"Grass!"
"This intelligence boost..."
"Turns out being an idiot is a blessing."
"Now the pain is doubled, and I'm watching myself sink deeper into despair with a clear mind."
"System, thank you so much!"
As Jiang Bai's charm stat increased, his attribute panel underwent a qualitative change.
His original base charm value was 9.
In addition to this one point...
That's 10 o'clock!
Human potential is at its peak!
"Is that... enough?"
Jiang Bai touched his face.
He could feel that his skin seemed to have become smoother, and the contours of his face were more perfect.
Jiang Bai picked up his phone screen and looked at it.
Even in the dim light of the moon, the face reflected on the screen still possessed a captivating charm that made it impossible to look away.
It was an attraction that transcended the refinement of facial features.
Even if he had messy hair and wore baggy shorts, he could still be seen as having a decadent artistic beauty.
Just then, the system voice sounded faintly:
[Ding! Host's charm value has reached the human limit.]
[Highly Recommended Product: Charm Value Gene Breakthrough Card!]
[Price: 100,000 popularity points.]
[Effect: After use, it can break the genetic lock, increase the charm cap, and unlock the "Extraordinary Charm" stage.]
"One hundred thousand?"
Jiang Bai glanced at the price and immediately rolled his eyes:
"I'm not buying!"
"I'm handsome enough already, any more and I'll be in trouble."
"I'm afraid of being dragged into an alley by female hooligans when I walk down the street. If I go any further, are you trying to make me want to turn my roommates gay?"
"Room 404 is already messy enough; I don't want to turn it into a 'philosophical wrestling arena'!"
His current charm has made him a target of attention wherever he goes.
What if we break through again?
Do we have to wear gas masks when we go out from now on?
The system paused for a second, then let out a meaningful chuckle:
[Host, you're too naive.]
Do you think that charm is simply about becoming more beautiful?
Jiang Bai was stunned: "I'm a man, not just beautiful, I'm handsome! The kind of handsome that shatters the heavens!"
The system guides and persuades patiently:
Don't you feel that both men's and women's clothing are particularly appealing and easy to like these days?
Jiang Bai nodded.
indeed.
Whether it's Yu Zheng, the judges of The Voice of China, or even the rough-around-the-edges action choreographer Zhuang Han, they all treat him like a family member.
That's right.
[These 10 charm points will truly make you visually reach the pinnacle of human appeal.]
But have you ever considered that this kind of liking can sometimes be dangerous?
Extreme attraction is often accompanied by extreme possessiveness.
[Once someone discovers your true identity as a woman, or is captivated by your beauty...]
Ordinary liking can escalate into obsessive fanaticism, or even the twisted behavior of a sasaeng fan.
The system paused, then posed a hypothesis that sent chills down Jiang Bai's spine:
For example.
[If no boundaries are crossed, and it's just based on looks, once their identity is revealed, some fanatical male fans might think, "Wow, so good-looking, who cares if they're male or female, let's kidnap them and take them home!"]
[At that time, the host may face being "forced into love," being "kept as a mistress," or even...]
[From 1 to 0.]