Chapter 269: I Will Be the Surrogate

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A Chou was quietly exploring this Nine Heavens world. Not only were there countless Level 6 powerhouses, but formidable beings had even reached Level 7.

“I want to stay here and continue wielding my blade. The stones in this land are very sturdy, and I like that,” A Chou said after a brief exploration. He found this land mysterious and intriguing, with the Heavenly Yin Realm, the Primordial Beast Realm, and the Barbarian Witch Realm. Many powerful individuals resided here, absorbing incense, which surprisingly resonated with his own three mirrored bodies.

“In that case, I’d better go back,” Yumia decided, finding this land too terrifying. Although her aura was formidable, and a Level 7 powerhouse might not be able to withstand it, if they sealed their five senses, they could still easily kill her. She didn't possess A Chou's terrifying survival abilities.

Yumia returned to the Tree Realm, resuming her secluded life and guarding Irfan, preventing him from committing suicide and planning to suppress him for ten thousand years. As for whether he would survive ten thousand years… that was not her concern.

Spore Evolution Game Forum.

Half a day had passed, and some species had already begun to receive achievement rewards, preparing to enter the Primordial World. However, their plans were abruptly halted by a sudden forum post:

Shocking! The King of Eloquence Saves the World!

The post immediately attracted widespread attention.

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon: “*Cough, cough, cough.* Hello everyone, I’m back! First, let me explain the current situation, which has exceeded our expectations. To start, Emperor Yumia the Elf was actually trying to exterminate humanity. This was something we never anticipated, and at the time, I couldn't stop it. When I saw Arthur, Ruhr, and even that idiot who was trying to save his wife, all beaten to the ground, I immediately felt like the game was over. Who would have thought A Chou, the nameless human sword saint, would appear?”

[Screenshots]

Terrifying combat screenshots were posted, showing a rare and formidable being who could somehow ignore that dreadful spiciness. Everyone was scrutinizing who this suddenly appearing native savior was. So he was *that* good with spice?

“That’s right! It was him, *that* spicy man! He used his rhetoric to spout strange grand theories about human nature, divinity... what the heck?! This kind of philosophical 'verbal assault' actually managed to persuade Yumia!”

[Screenshots]

The images were notes from Autumn Mountain Speed Demon's post-event interview with Yumia, detailing A Chou's approximate words. They contained various profound philosophical discussions on divinity, bestiality, humanity, and demonic nature – so mysterious and profound they left everyone dumbfounded!!

“Awesome! Who is this native? This game truly lives up to its reputation as a game that loves learning; now it's tricking me into studying philosophy? Absolutely mind-blowing! Truly worthy of being called the nameless sword saint with the most powerful words!”

“Guys, if you cut this guy open, would he be as dark as Di Qi? I find the mouth of this righteous hero terrifying! *Serious face.*”

“He's truly amazing, we've lost. Our scientific cultivation can't beat philosophical cultivation! When someone starts spouting grand theories, no one can stop them! Naruto's Talk no Jutsu.jpg”

“On this point, I have something to say: Representing scientific cultivation, the Moon Worship Cult Leader asked: What is love? The eloquent Li Xiaoyao told us: Love is infinite. [Villain crying tears.jpg]”

In reality, everyone knows that the foundation of persuasive talk is an invincible combat ability; otherwise, who would listen to your surrender appeals? Nevertheless, persuasion is undeniably an art of language. However, A Chou was indeed eccentric. While others would always resort to action before words, only turning to serious reasoning when their fists failed, A Chou, with a serious face, would pin you down and relentlessly indoctrinate you with his noble and righteous philosophical ideas!? Simply too powerful.

“Take this, villain! Art of Correct Values! [Mischievous emoji]”

“The most bizarre thing is that while contemplating life, he spends every day chopping rocks, like a merciless rock-cutting machine. He was practically born into the wrong world; he should be side-by-side with the moon. [Chopping the laurel tree on the moon.jpg]”

“The nameless sword saint has immense personal charm. I’m a fan! He’s a philosophical warrior. Once I get in, I definitely need his autograph!”

No one had expected such a fierce individual to suddenly appear, with a style that was quite audacious, just like Di Qi before him! He immediately gained widespread praise and popularity among netizens, who declared themselves casual fans, as if following a popular idol drama character, eager to enter that world for an autograph.

At this point, the expert Autumn Mountain Speed Demon continued:

“First, this world has completely settled down. After its creation, the basic rules are gradually becoming complete, and this world is currently very interesting! One human race has split into three: demons, elves, and orcs... and they all live on the same land. What will their future development look like? I’ll tell you, I don’t know! But I feel like it’s a world resembling an external incarnation. I vaguely predict a future where, since humans have split into three races, is it possible for these three races to develop a fusion technique? What ultimate life form will be born? Human? Or some monstrous entity?

“Second, the current Arcane Web cultivation system and the Western-fantasy-style planetary world have just been perfected, with the birth of four races! A prosperous era has just begun. Under the guidance of the Sword Saint expert, the four races are developing peacefully, with a bright future and unlimited potential. Moreover, the entire world hides too many mysteries. For instance, can one truly enter the starry sky beyond the leaf canopy? Is it an infinite world? Furthermore, Yumia and the Sword Saint secretly went out once. Yumia returned without saying a word, making me suspect they entered a new world, a world so powerful that even our beloved Athlete's Foot Goddess found it terrifying... In short, I highly recommend it! I strongly suggest you join and explore this mysterious world together, led by the two native NPCs, Yumia and the Sword Saint.”

Everyone felt their hearts ablaze with excitement! It sounded thrilling and awesome. Autumn Mountain Speed Demon's words hit them right in their enthusiastic core... Now, plans couldn't keep up with changes. No one expected that Mumu Stays Silent would cool down so quickly, while this new world seemed even better.

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon: “Now, let’s get down to business. I have good news and bad news. Which do you want to hear first?”

“Good news?” Someone spoke up.

“I’ve become a man!”

[Screenshot of Sun God.jpg]

A male elf appeared, adorned with a sacred, hazy halo behind him and six copper coins orbiting him.

Everyone: !!!

What happened? How could you abandon our faith without a word?

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon: “Hahahaha! You guys are too naive! How could I love cross-dressing as much as you do? This was my previous plan: to make the Sun Ancient Tree addicted to pay-to-win mechanics, then slowly let it sink deeper, and finally, in exchange for various benefits, have it reproduce me, turning me into a man. Originally, this plan was a long and arduous one, and it might not have broken its bottom line just for me. But who knew A Chou would appear, and now that men are everywhere, it just threw caution to the wind. After I painfully forked over ten hidden Druid classes and one Mountain Giant—essentially bankrupting myself—it agreed to turn me into a male elf! Note: a *male elf*, not just a man!”

[Screenshots]

The elf was indeed beautiful, almost inhumanly so.

“I just have one question: Do you think I’m handsome?! Do you think I’m awesome?!”

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon was triumphant, feeling like he had reached the pinnacle of his life.

“So what’s the bad news?” Someone asked, wanting to know the specifics, as it was a second life after all.

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon: “The bad news is, when you enter, you’ll still become beautiful female elves! After all, I achieved this at a huge cost. But since we’re all brothers, dear beautiful elf ladies, how about we have some… [He’s laughing maniacally.jpg]”

Everyone: !!!

You’re a pervert!! We have a brotherly bond! Their brains froze on the spot. If they turned into elves upon entering, would they have to guard against some scumbag trying to make a move on them? Immediately, countless people felt a chill, a psychological shadow. They resolved to die rather than submit, refusing to enter.

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon: “Now, I have another piece of good news and a piece of bad news. Which do you want to hear?”

“Bad news?” someone asked.

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon pretended not to hear. “Then let’s start with the good news: to prevent you from becoming beautiful female elves, I have a way to turn you into males.”

He can turn us into males? Everyone was instantly ecstatic, almost letting out excited wolf howls. That's right! Why hadn't they thought of that? Autumn Mountain Speed Demon could refine lives, similar to the Life Ancient Tree's structure, and could condense life fruits... They could also set up the Rebirth Altar within Autumn Mountain Speed Demon’s copper coin fruit, allowing him to give birth to an elf for them... After all, the Yumia elves he created before came into being that way. Although they were bronze-skinned elves, it was still better than being beautiful female elves.

“Boss Speed Demon is fast but has a conscience! I’m totally hyped! [Happy emoji]”

“I love you so much! I almost forgot you could replace the Life Ancient Tree and reproduce us! [Happy emoji]”

“Sexy Male God, Surrogacy Online! [Mischievous emoji]”

The netizens were overjoyed; this was practically solving a major life problem. In the end, despite the fervent chants about cross-dressing, only Autumn Mountain Speed Demon and Mumu Stays Silent had actually experienced it. It was ultimately a straight man’s mindset. Damn it! All that talk about cross-dressing being 'once or countless times' was a lie!

Mumu Stays Silent also began to speak: “Fellow experts, I was wrong, I was really wrong. Can anyone rescue me?! *Trembling.*”

He was imprisoned, unable even to commit suicide. This game was too realistic; he couldn't commit suicide, so he was stuck inside. He couldn't even die, turn into a spore species, re-evolve, and get another chance to enter...

Everyone ignored him. Are you kidding? Ten thousand years is only three months in real time. Besides, who could save you? The Warden's terrifying aura isn't something a normal person can withstand, okay? That expert was simply untouchable; no one wanted to save him, nor could they.

The next second, ignoring him, Autumn Mountain Speed Demon spoke again: “Now, I’ll tell you the bad news, which is the pricing: Surrogacy through me allows you to reincarnate as one of four races: Human, Beast, Demon, or Elf… and even special bloodlines like Elf Dragons, Druids, Mountain Giants, and so on.”

Someone asked, “What about Yumia?”

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon firmly replied, “Athlete’s foot is forbidden!” If you randomly copied Yumia, it would be a miracle if that expert didn't smash you.

“Although as plants, the ideal form for you is an elf, you can also choose other bloodlines. I will merge them for you, but I’m not responsible for the specific form that appears. In short, after your potential species are merged, there will be millions of possibilities… Now for the pricing: Humans are the cheapest, at 100,000 Solar Coins. They will be unranked common beings upon birth. Elves, Demons, and Orcs—due to our unique nature, they won't have the typical racial personality flaws. Therefore, transforming into one of these three races means a very high starting point and possession of that race's special abilities. These three races start at 500,000 Solar Coins, born at Level 3, and reaching Level 4 as adults. As for other extraordinary potential hidden professions, these are all extraordinary bloodlines I created and merged, such as Elf Dragons and Mountain Giants. They start at 1,000,000 Solar Coins and are open to negotiation.”

Everyone was in tears, feeling completely ripped off. How was this merely dozens of times higher? This was blatant extortion! This guy wasn't just scamming the natives inside; he was also profiting from others’ misery outside. This was pay-to-win manipulation at its absolute worst. No wonder he had so frantically enticed them to join before.

“Nonsense! Surrogacy fees are naturally high, okay? It’s hard work for Dad to birth you all, the darlings most favored by the heavens! We’re having a promotion now, 20% off, first come, first served! If you don't have money, you can run a tab and pay when you become strong. But if you don't repay, you bear the consequences. The species I reproduce possess absolute dominance! I can control your lives.”

Autumn Mountain Speed Demon then posted another screenshot of the Pay-to-Win Goddess with open arms, embracing: “Come, throw yourselves into my embrace. Paying makes you stronger.”