Chapter 118 - 92: Blue Star 2.0 Version Update, a Major Expansion Begins

Chapter 118: Chapter 92: Blue Star 2.0 Version Update, a Major Expansion Begins

Early the next morning, Shen Xing was still asleep when he was woken up by messages from his group chat.

Loves Playing with Coriander: "@Starfire, @I Eat and Eat, turn on your phones! Watch the live news! Something huge is happening!"

I Eat and Eat: "What’s the big deal? You’re so dramatic. Don’t tell me the government is actually going to announce the existence of the Land of Mist?"

Loves Playing with Coriander: "...They actually are."

Hearing this, the two were slightly startled. They quickly switched apps and pulled up a random video site.

Sure enough, a pinned live stream had appeared.

On the screen, a stern-faced, graying-haired elderly man was speaking.

He first announced the existence of the Land of Mist and the game associated with it.

At the same time, he told everyone to prepare to face the coming crisis.

"This is a major event sweeping the globe. We don’t know when these monsters will appear, nor do we know where."

"But please, do not panic. The nation will always have your back." The old man’s deep voice rang out, carrying an encouraging power.

"The government has already compiled dozens of specialized manuals, including a Soul Stone absorption guide, basic Body Techniques training, fundamental Elemental Perception methods, Beginner Magic, Beginner Swordsmanship, and more."

"All citizens of Hua Country can log in to the newly established Fog Forum to view them."

"This knowledge will allow you to access Extraordinary Power. With diligent cultivation and hard practice, dealing with some low-level monsters will be no problem at all."

"In addition, we are launching an initial discount policy for purchasing Soul Stones, as well as a policy for the free distribution of the first batch of body-strengthening secret medicines."

"Furthermore, any medical expenses incurred from injuries sustained during monster attacks will be covered by medical insurance."

"Additionally, schools and universities across the country will add new courses, such as basic training for the Land of Mist and lectures and training on Extraordinary knowledge."

The old man announced dozens of new policies in succession, including regulations on the use of Extraordinary Power, the addition of Fog-related subjects to the college entrance exams, and the establishment of numerous Extraordinary martial arts halls across the country.

Evidently, they had been preparing for this day for a very long time.

And this meant that Blue Star was about to enter a new era.

He paused for a moment before continuing, "I know that for many people, this is all very sudden and difficult to accept."

"But this is how eras change. They do not wait for all of us to adapt."

"And with the arrival of a new era comes greater opportunities."

"We can cultivate diligently, Control Extraordinary Power, and explore the limits of the human body."

"We can research new materials and achieve technological progress."

"Let us strive together. May the fire of Hua Country burn eternally."

As his voice fell, the live broadcast ended simultaneously.

And on every major website, forum, message board, and even chat app, things absolutely exploded.

Shen Xing casually clicked on a video, and the comment section below had already blown up.

Ji the Eighth: "6666, am I fucking dreaming? What Land of Mist? What game invading reality? They’re making it sound so real. I don’t believe it, you could beat me to death and I still wouldn’t believe it!"

A Jenny Turtle in the Sea: "So you’re not even pretending anymore, huh? You guys were secretly playing Earth Online 2.0 without me, right?"

Chen Ping’an: "Hahaha! I knew it! This world definitely has Extraordinary Power! My chance has come! With one man and one sword, I will open the gates of heaven and purge all evil!"

Aromatic Fried Fish: "Quick, go to the official website! There’s so much stuff to buy—Soul Stones, secret medicines, Skill Books! Holy shit, I’m gonna sell my house and car! I want Extraordinary Power!"

My Sword and Shield: "The times have changed. Does this have anything to do with a food delivery guy like me?"

"..."

Shen Xing scanned through the comments, a thousand thoughts running through his mind.

It was obvious that with the government’s sudden announcement of the Land of Mist’s existence, most ordinary people were in a state of confusion and helplessness.

Just like when he had first learned that dying in the game meant dying in reality.

But the wheels of history wait for no one. They just roll straight on, and you either adapt quickly or get left behind by the times.

In the group chat, Qin Lang and Xu Jiayi had also finished watching the live broadcast.

I Eat and Eat: "I can’t believe the government actually announced the Land of Mist. It’s chaos outside my apartment complex. A bunch of people are running wild in the rain."

Loves Playing with Coriander: "It’s the same over here. I even saw a bunch of people sprinting through the hallways, yelling that the end of the world is coming."

’Looks like society is going to be in chaos for a while.’

Shen Xing replied, "It can’t be helped. This rainstorm is just too widespread to be covered up."

I Eat and Eat: "True. Announcing it now at least gives everyone a chance to prepare. It’s better than waiting for some massive disaster to strike when it’s too late to react."

The three of them reflected on the situation for a moment.

Just then, Qin Lang spoke up again.

"Jiayi, Shen Xing, quick, check the Hua Country Pioneer Forum! The government posted a new announcement."

Hearing this, Shen Xing switched apps and clicked into the forum.

It was worth noting that the Land of Mist website the public could now access was not the same as the Hua Country Pioneer Forum.

Only those who had actually encountered the game and been officially verified could log in to the latter.

He opened the website’s interface, and a pinned post appeared.

*Regarding Changes to the Pioneer Management Regulations and Bounty Board Section*

The post’s popularity had already surpassed one hundred thousand in a short time and was still climbing rapidly.

Shen Xing clicked in and skimmed through it.

Just as the title suggested, the government had changed many of the management regulations targeting Pioneers.

The most important one was that using Extraordinary Power from the game in public was no longer illegal, as long as no one was harmed.