As lines of blood-red text flashed across the screen, most viewers remained unfazed. In fact, they were having a field day in the comment section.
— "The production team really went all out. Adding that 'unstoppable killer invades your country if the player fails' bit? Genius for tension."
— "No joke, I imagined it for a second and got chills. If she doesn't catch the killer in three days, I'm expecting a chainsaw maniac at my door."
— "From the set design to the bloody UI, it's clearly a mystery-thriller show. But judging by our nation's pick… she's got three of the four traits in 'wise fool.'"
— "Which three?"
— "Wise, fool, and… fool again."
— "I think she's just overacting. Comes off a bit dramatic, that's all."
— "Who cares? She's gorgeous. No need to be hostile toward a girl on a reality show. It's not like failure brings actual consequences."
— "She's stunning. I've decided—my next game will be based on her. I'll call it Origin. Hope you all support it!"
— "Bro, stop advertising. If you're plugging stuff, I sell rice noodles. Shop's on Yuanhua Road…"
In the livestream:
The officers, now unfrozen, resumed their tasks like nothing had happened—sorting papers, heads down, no signs of awareness.
Furina, realizing these were the "netizens" mentioned by the voice in her head, buried her fear deep within.
She had to play her role as a divine figure. Only then could she earn their faith, unlock her abilities, and—hopefully—find a way back to Fontaine.
She straightened her posture, cleared her throat softly.
Ahem…
'My beloved citizens, gaze upon your goddess! Hahaha…'
'Worship me, and I shall grant you a future beyond imagination! Hahaha…'
The officers looked up, startled, then quickly stood.
"Captain? What brings you here?"
"Are you… dressed for a ball?"
Furina folded her arms, stepped forward with elegance, and offered a faint smile.
"As your divine protector, it is only right that I visit my people from time to time."
She halted, hands on hips, radiating confidence.
"Now, tell me your troubles. As your one true goddess, I shall solve them all!"
Officers: "???"
Livestream chat: "???"
— "She's not just ditzy—she's dripping with anime cringe."
— "Is this her character arc or just her actual personality?"
— "She's cosplaying, right? A little over-the-top is expected."
— "Honestly, she's kinda adorable. Beautiful and blissfully clueless."
— "Don't call my goddess dumb! She's not dumb—I'm her loyal dog!"
— "I'm a certified face-lover. Furina is my aesthetic perfection. From now on, she's my only goddess!"
Ding! You've gained 1 Faith Point.
Ding! You've gained 1 Faith Point.
Total Faith Collected: 2 Points
Faith Milestones:
100 Points → Unlock a new ability 1000 Points → Extend ability duration by 10 minutes
'Is the Enhanced Revelation Engine already working?'