Chapter 3: I didn't wish for anything!

[SYSTEM UPDATE]

[Congratulations Player SPHYNX!]

[THE SYSTEM HAS SUCCESSFULLY GRANTED YOUR WISH]

Pardon? Did I wish for something that I didn't know?

[You wished to not leave here…..]

What!? That's a ridiculous claim! That's not my point.

The words floated in the air, shimmering like a holographic display. I stared at the screen, my mind struggling to process the implications.

I tried to move, but my limbs felt strangely heavy, as though they were bound by invisible chains. My heart raced, and a cold sweat broke out on my forehead.

“What… what’s happening?” I stammered, my voice trembling as I tried to make sense of the surreal situation.

The guild master, who had been smirking with a sense of superiority, now wore a more serious expression. “It seems the system has a surprise for you, SPHYNX,” he said, his tone grave.

“What kind of surprise?” I asked, a note of fear creeping into my voice.

“It appears that the system has triggered a special event mode,” the guild master explained.

“This isn’t something that happens often, especially not with VIP statuses.”

I attempted to open my menu to check my status or access any other features, but the screen was filled with error messages. Lines of red text flashed across the display, rendering it completely inaccessible.

“No, no, this can’t be real. What’s going on?”

The guild master’s expression shifted from amusement to concern.

“You must have triggered something unusual. This is beyond standard protocol. We’ve never seen an event mode like this before.”

“Does this mean I’m stuck here?” I asked, my voice rising in desperation.

“I’m afraid,” the guild master replied.

“But you’re not alone. I’ll try to provide guidance as best I can.”

The air grew colder, and I felt a strange pressure on my chest, as if an invisible weight was pressing down on me.

[SYSTEM UPDATE]

[THE SYSTEM HAS ACTIVATED A SPECIAL EVENT MODE FOR PLAYER SPHYNX]

[WARNING: SPECIAL EVENT MODE MAY ALTER GAME EXPERIENCE SIGNIFICANTLY]

“Event mode?” I muttered, more to myself than to anyone else. The words on the screen seemed to pulse with an otherworldly glow.

I glanced at the guild master, who now appeared more like an enigma than a mere NPC. His demeanor was serious, and a hint of unease flickered in his eyes.

“Yes,” the guild master said, his voice taking on an almost mystical tone.

“It seems that your VIP subscription has unlocked a hidden feature. You’re about to experience something completely different from what other players encounter.”

“Different how?” I asked, trying to keep my voice steady. “What should I expect?”

“Expect the unexpected,” the guild master said with a grave nod.

“The system is reshaping your game experience. You’ll face challenges that go beyond anything you've encountered before.”

“So, what do I do now?” I asked, my anxiety mixing with determination.

“You need to adapt quickly,” the guild master advised. “The system is pushing your limits. Be prepared for anything.”

My surroundings shifted rapidly, the familiar guild hall dissolving into a vortex of colors and lights. I felt disoriented as I was transported to a new environment.

“The heck is this place….” An eerie mist hung in the air, and strange, glowing eyes peered out from the shadows, watching my every move.

“Where am I now?” I wondered aloud, my voice barely more than a whisper. The oppressive silence of the forest was punctuated only by distant, unsettling noises—a rustling of leaves, a distant howl.

The guild master’s voice echoed in my mind, cutting through the eerie quiet.

“Welcome to the true New Underworld. This is where reality and the game world blur together. Your adventure is just beginning.”

“This is insane!” I exclaimed. “How am I supposed to survive in this place?”

The guild master’s voice was calm yet insistent. “You’ll need to rely on your instincts and adapt to the new environment. The forest is a living entity; it changes and reacts to your presence. Stay alert.”

“Any advice on what to look out for?” I asked, trying to gather any useful information.

“I wish I could provide more details,” the guild master replied, a hint of frustration in his voice. “This situation is entirely new. The forest itself may hold the key to your survival.”

“Great,” I muttered. “So it’s a game of trial and error. Just what I needed.”

The forest seemed to pulse with a life of its own. The ground beneath me shifted with each step, and the trees seemed to bend and sway in an unnatural rhythm.

“Are there any hints or tips you can give me?” I called out, trying to make sense of the surroundings.

“I can only offer general advice,” the guild master’s voice echoed. “Trust your instincts, and be prepared for anything. The forest’s behavior is unpredictable.”

“Alright,” I said, determined. “I’ll do my best.”

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