Villain Ch 450. Virtual Date [Part 1]
After his meeting with Jordan and Emma, Allen returned to his apartment with a mix of emotions swirling in his chest. He took a moment to thank Alex for the ride and then made his way up to his room. Each step he took was accompanied by a sense of hope and anticipation that he hadn't felt before.
The encounter with Emma had left him with a glimmer of hope. While she did appear suspicious, he couldn't detect any hatred or jealousy in her eyes. Instead, he saw plain curiosity, and that gave him some reassurance. Maybe, just maybe, this could be the beginning of a positive connection between them.
As he continued walking through the hallway towards his room, he couldn't help but imagine a future where they worked together as a sibling duo in the gaming empire. The thought brought a small but genuine smile to his face. It was a feeling he hadn't experienced in a long time – the possibility of family and companionship.
Once Allen entered his room, he wasted no time immersing himself in the game's virtual world. His fingers moved with practiced precision as he grabbed his VR headset and secured it over his head. The familiar hum of the device coming to life filled his ears, and he felt a sense of comfort wash over him as the game world materialized around him.
When his vision cleared, he found his character standing in the eerie and dimly lit cursed crypts where he had logged out the previous day. The flickering torches on the stone walls cast long, wavering shadows, and the air was filled with a cold, damp atmosphere.
Before diving into any action, Allen knew the importance of taking a moment to allocate his character's status points wisely. He pulled up the character menu, which appeared as an intricate holographic interface before him. The screen displayed various attributes and abilities, and he carefully distributed them all.
This time he decided to allocate it to his Agility and Strength. This was for the upcoming mini event, aside from the big war of course.
[Name: Azazel]
[Race: Demon]
[Class: Devil Emperor]
[Tier 2 - Hell Fiend]
[Level: 132]
[HP: 364,200]
[DP: 9100]
[STR: 136] [LUK: 137]
[WIS: 91] [VIT: 264]
[INT: 189] [AGI: 142]
*The calculation of Azazel's status is a bit of an imbalance due to his status as the devil emperor. His HP, apart from being influenced by his VIT status, is also influenced by his level and armor bonuses. The stronger he is, the greater his HP. He doesn't add much to his WIS since he has the Soul Siphon skill, so he basically has infinite Mana. He simply adds it due to some recruitment for his equipment.
When he was busy, Larissa appeared behind Allen. Her pilates class was over and she just needed to post two short vlogs about her gym daily today. That was why she was able to get online early.
Larissa's heart raced as she gazed upon Allen's virtual form. It was the first time she had encountered him in the game since their intimate encounter, and the mixture of emotions that surged within her was overwhelming. She couldn't help but feel a strange blend of excitement and embarrassment as she observed his persona.
As they had parted ways the previous day, Larissa had found herself lost in thought, contemplating the nature of her feelings for Allen. She questioned whether her affection was directed toward his in-game character or the real person behind the screen. She pondered whether, if they were to ever stop playing the game, her sentiments would wane. However, as she delved into these reflections, she realized that her feelings for Allen transcended the boundaries of the virtual world. Whether in the game or real life, her affection for him remained steadfast and unwavering. It was a revelation that left her both touched and bewildered.
"Allen," a voice from behind him caught Allen's attention, prompting him to turn and face the source. There stood Larissa, her cheeks tinged with a delicate shade of pink.
"Hey, Larissa," he greeted her with a warm smile. "It's rare to catch you online at this hour," he inquired, genuinely curious about her unexpected appearance.
Larissa chuckled softly, her virtual avatar mirroring her real-life blush. "Well, my work for the day is finally done, and I'm back home now. Since I've got no more tasks, I thought, why not dive into the game for a while," she admitted with a playful grin.
"Cool, glad you're here. How about we tackle some of our daily quests together?" Allen suggested, his enthusiasm for gaming evident in his voice.
"I'm in," Larissa replied with a determined nod.
Allen and Larissa stepped over the threshold and entered the mansion. As they walked down the ornate hallway, the soft glow of magical torches cast a warm, amber light, creating a surreal atmosphere within the virtual world. Allen opened his friend list, expecting to see a familiar list of online companions. However, to his surprise, the list remained barren, displaying only two names: his own and Larissa's.
Brows furrowing in perplexity, Allen scratched his head in bewilderment. "That's odd," he mused aloud, "Bella and Alice are usually online at this time. Wonder where they are."
Larissa glanced at her friend's puzzled expression and shrugged in response. "Maybe they're taking a break today or got caught up with something else," she suggested, trying to sound reassuring. But a hint of unease lingered in her voice.
Allen nodded in agreement, though his curiosity still gnawed at him. "Yeah, you're probably right."
"So… Have you finished your business?" she asked, her voice taking on a tone of curiosity and concern, mirroring her real-life interest in Allen's affairs.
Allen took a moment to respond, his gaze shifting to meet hers. He nodded, the weight of the situation reflected in his virtual expression. "Yeah, I have. But now, all that's left is the waiting game, at least for another week," he admitted, a hint of anxiety seeping into his voice. He meant his DNA test, of course.
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