The white light that had just flashed, others couldn't figure out what kind of power it was, but Hao Ren knew it clearly in his heart.
It was none other than the "System" that had made a move.
With the "System" intervening, the aura of the entire "world" was instantly sealed off, blinding the "Terrifying Great Will's" investigation.
This power, which surpassed the "Power of Rules," was even above the "Three Thousand Great Daos."
Although the "Terrifying Great Will" was powerful, it was unable to crack the System's "stealth measures."
Therefore, the entire "world" narrowly escaped disaster.
Whoosh!
That was a close call!
Hao Ren still felt a sense of lingering fear even thinking about it now!
He would never do anything so risky again!
Immediately, Hao Ren's gaze fell upon the nine "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses."
After a false alarm, he had directly obtained nine "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses." This deal seemed quite profitable!
Perhaps he should "mess around" more often in the future?
Under the temptation of the "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses," the elder, having forgotten his pain after his wounds healed, had already started considering his next "death-seeking activity."
[Ding! Host, this is a friendly reminder from the System. Please immediately cease your death-seeking thoughts! The System's protection this time was a "breach of rules" operation. This is a one-time occurrence and will never happen again!]
The "System" sternly warned Hao Ren.
Thinking you can get something from me for free is impossible!
This exceptional intervention to save you will be the last time!
Hao Ren nodded quickly, smiling as he said,
"Great System Lord, please don't be angry. I know I was wrong! Don't worry, I will never make such a mistake again!"
Hao Ren put on a subservient expression and ingratiatingly said to the "System."
"Great System Lord, as a cautious cultivator, I can assure you that the thing I hate the most is putting myself in danger!"
Regarding this point, the "System" still trusted Hao Ren.
When it came to "cherishing one's life," there was no one who could compare to Hao Ren.
The "System" had bound so many hosts, and it had never heard of anyone who, after transmigrating, didn't go out to adventure and level up, but instead stayed put in a cave...
Hao Ren, this "peerless cautious cultivator," had ushered in a "new era of transmigration"!
[Ding! Friendly reminder from the System. Host, take care of yourself. Please do not seek death next time!]
Hao Ren said with a chuckle.
"Don't worry, Great System Lord. I was just being muddle-headed this time. Hehehe, it's all because the name 'Ninth-Grade Golden Lotus' is misleading. The words 'Golden Lotus' themselves have a captivating buff. Who wouldn't get confused hearing it!"
[Ding! Friendly reminder from the System. This System is a "Super Social System." Its purpose is to encourage the Host to make more friends. More friends mean more paths. In principle, it does not wish for the Host to "put themselves in danger"...]
"Great System Lord, I suddenly have a small question. If I were to put myself in danger, or even die, what would happen? Would I transmigrate back to reality?"
Hao Ren's attitude today was exceptionally good, completely different from his usual cunning and underhanded demeanor, always looking for "System bugs."
The "System" momentarily felt a significant increase in its favorability towards Hao Ren.
Facing Hao Ren's "sincere inquiry," the "System" patiently began to explain.
[Ding! Friendly reminder from the System. If the Host dies, they will not transmigrate back to the real world. The Host will be completely dead, and at the same time, "this System" will be punished by the "System Main God," stripped of the "Optimal System" title, and subjected to a "demotion"!]
"Hehehe..."
As soon as the "System's" voice fell, the elder let out a sinister laugh.
[Ding...]
The "System" fell silent. It had a premonition of something ominous.
As expected, at this moment, the elder spoke again.
"System, can I consider us as being in the same boat now, sharing prosperity and adversity? If I die, you'll be in trouble too!"
[Ding...]
The "System" emitted a muffled sound, but it could be felt that the "System that wishes to remain anonymous" was currently furious!
Human, your name is "Despicable"!
The "despicable" Hao Ren showed no sign of restraint, and he cackled sinisterly.
"Ninth-Grade Golden Lotus is a good thing. Giving it up is impossible. When they mature, I must plant another batch!"
[Ding! Ding! Ding! Beep! Beep! Beep!]
[Ding! Friendly reminder from the System. Please do not "seek death." "This System" cannot excessively interfere with "All Heavens Worlds." If the Host is pursued by the "Buddhist Great Will" in the next round, "this System" will be unable to protect the Host!!]
Three consecutive "exclamation marks."
Well, it was evident that the "System" was truly furious.
However, Hao Ren didn't care about that. He continued to cackle sinisterly.
"Oh, actually, I don't want to die either, and I don't want to be chased by the Buddhist Great Will, but I really want the Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses. What should I do... Sigh, I have a great idea!"
Green light shot from Hao Ren's eyes, and he resembled a greedy wolf.
He lowered his voice and uttered a devilish murmur.
"If the previous Master-Disciple Bond function's bug still exists, and I can casually farm ten thousand Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses, I'll be satisfied!"
It exploded!
The "System" was about to explode!
It was so enraged!
A certain despicable and shameless "Host" dared to make such an outrageous demand!
Shameless!
He asked for ten thousand "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses" in one go!
What a joke! "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses" are not ordinary cabbages grown in the field. "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses" are legitimate "Innate Spiritual Treasures."
If ten thousand "Innate Spiritual Treasures" suddenly appeared, let alone this "world," the balance of the entire "All Heavens Worlds" would be shattered!
This absolutely cannot happen!
[Ding! Ding! Ding! Beep! Beep! Beep!]
After a flurry of emissions, the "System" gradually regained its composure.
[Ding! Friendly reminder from the System: Given the complexity of the "Master-Disciple Bond function," a certain bug may temporarily exist...]
Heh, the "System" had compromised with "reality."
It was prepared to open that "bug" and let Hao Ren farm "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses."
[Ding! The System solemnly reminds: Due to the special nature of "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotus," the Host can possess a maximum of eighteen at any one time, and no more!]
Although the "System" had opened up the "bug," it hadn't fully unleashed it.
"Host," I allow you to farm "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses," but you can only do it once, and no more!
Eighteen "Ninth-Grade Golden Lotuses" is my bottom line!
The "System" declared its stance and bottom line!
Hao Ren cackled. He was best at "trampling on bottom lines."
Hao Ren held up three fingers and said with a forced smile, "Three hundred!"
The "System" of course would not agree. Did he think this was a vegetable market where one could haggle? It was decided that it would be eighteen, not a single one more!
[Ding! Ding! Ding! Beep! Beep! Beep! Eighteen!]
Upon hearing this, Hao Ren cackled, held up another finger, and said,
"Four hundred!"