The Everlasting Debt Supermarket, Level Cleared

As Shi Mo's mind stirred, confirming ownership of "Eternal Debt Supermarket" and leaving the central courtyard, a cold, impersonal notification sounded in his mind:

[Candidate Shi Mo has completed the core mission of the instance (purchase at least one item)]

[Task complete.]

Listen quietly to this gift from the abyss...

The ethereal and eerie chanting echoed.

The contract is complete; what you desire awaits you outside the door.

The familiar, rustic wooden door, entwined with black thorns, appeared out of thin air. Shi Mo pushed the door open and stepped inside, once again finding himself in that pure white wishing space.

"Make a wish," he said calmly to the void.

Please state your wish.

"Upgrade the A-rank skill 'Telepathic Communication' to S-rank." Shi Mo made his choice without any hesitation.

[Wish confirmed. Skill upgrade in progress...]

[Rank A 'Telepathic Communication' has been upgraded to Rank S 'Mental Link'.]

[S-Rank 'Mental Link': Allows the establishment of a stable and covert mental connection with a specific target over extremely long distances, enabling seamless communication and the transmission of complex information, images, and even some emotions. The connection can be maintained long-term with extremely low resource consumption. Additional passive effect enhancement: In each rule-based instance, allows for intuitive judgment of the authenticity of three rules (95% accuracy).]

A spiritual power, purer and more vast than ever before, flowed into his sea of ​​consciousness, becoming intimately connected with his origin. His ability to transmit information over long distances, maintain stability, remain secretive, and transmit multiple messages all experienced a qualitative leap. Furthermore, a new rule was added to his judgment process, increasing its accuracy.

"[Host...]" the system's voice carried obvious doubt. "[Why did you choose to upgrade 'Telepathic Communication'? Isn't that A-rank 'Devour' skill more useful? It could help you quickly increase your attribute points!]"

From the system's perspective, attributes are fundamental, and "devouring" is undoubtedly the fastest way to increase strength.

Unexpectedly, Bai Xu's sharply defined face, exuding coldness and wisdom, and especially his unique eyes, appeared in Shi Mo's mind. The corners of his mouth curved upwards almost imperceptibly, revealing a very faint but meaningful smile.

"I have my own plans." He didn't explain.

System: [...] It is completely unable to understand the host's brain circuits, but given the host's past "great achievements" and absolute authority, it chooses to keep quiet and respect.

【All right……】

Immediately afterwards, the system began reporting the dungeon completion rewards:

[Congratulations, host, on successfully clearing the A-level dungeon "Eternal Debt Supermarket"! Based on the dungeon difficulty and your performance, you are rewarded with 27 attribute points!]

Shi Mo nodded slightly; the rewards from A-level dungeons were indeed much more generous than those from lower-level dungeons. He then thought of something else and asked, "System, how many lottery chances do I have left?"

[Let me see...] The system quickly retrieved the records: [From the last lottery draw until now, the host has accumulated a total of 20 lottery draw opportunities!]

"Okay." Shi Mo instructed, "Perform two ten-pulls."

[Okay! Initiating the 10-draw lottery mode! Hint: Selecting the 10-draw option will grant an extra draw chance, for a total of 22 draws! Lottery start!]

As the system prompted, a huge virtual roulette wheel, shimmering with various colors, appeared in the pure white space before Shi Mo's eyes. The wheel spun rapidly, dazzling the eye.

[Giveaway in progress...]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Grade B Healing Potion x1]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have gained: Attribute Points +5]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Small Strength Enhancement Potion x1 (Permanently increases Strength by 1 point)]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Grade A Healing Potion x1]

[Congratulations, host, you have gained: Attribute Points +5]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Agility Enhancement Potion (Small) x1 (Permanently increases Agility by 1 point)]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Grade A Healing Potion x1]

[(One extra draw from the ten-pull bonus) Congratulations, host, you have obtained: S-rank weapon [Bewitching Flute] x1]

The first ten-pull is over, and the rewards are decent, especially the extra bonus at the end which included an S-rank weapon!

The roulette wheel began to spin rapidly again.

[Giveaway in progress...]

[Congratulations, host, you have gained: Attribute Points +5]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Small Strength Enhancement Potion x1]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Grade B Healing Potion x1]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Small Constitution Enhancement Potion x1 (Permanently increases Constitution by 1 point)]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Agility Enhancement Potion (Small) x1]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: 1 Grade C Healing Potion]

[(One extra draw from a 10-pull) Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Special item [Ring of Empathy] x1]

After the second 10-pull, I received another 5 attribute points and a rather unique-looking ring.

The results of all the draws are summarized below:

S-Rank Weapon: [Bewitching Flute] x1

Grade A healing potions x2

Grade B healing potions x2

Grade C healing potions x8

Strength Enhancement Potion (Small) x2

Agility Enhancement Potion (Small) x2

Constitution Enhancement Potion (Small) x1

Attribute points: 15 points

Special Item: [Ring of Empathy] x1

With the 27 attribute points awarded for clearing the level, Shi Mo now has a total of 42 attribute points.

"Use all attribute points to improve your mental attribute." Shi Mo gave the order without any hesitation. The mental attribute was fundamental to him; it was crucial for supporting the divine contract 'Yama' and for using most skills.

[Command confirmed! Consumed 42 attribute points, Spirit attribute increased by 42 points!]

[Current Spirit Attribute: 79 + 42 = 121!]

A vast and boundless spiritual power surged into Shi Mo's sea of ​​consciousness like a flood bursting its banks. His spiritual power instantly surged, and his perception range, accuracy, and intensity were all enhanced like never before!

With 121 points in mental attributes, he has completely entered the inhuman realm and has even begun to touch the edge of some rules.

The system began explaining the uses of the newly acquired items one by one:

[S-Rank Weapon [Bewitching Flute]: Forged from the bones and soul core of an unknown divine beast, it produces various effects depending on the player's mental strength and will when played. These include, but are not limited to: widespread mental confusion, single-target hypnotic manipulation, inducing fearful hallucinations, calming the mind, and even slightly influencing the rules of reality (requires extremely high mental strength to activate). The specific effects are for the host to explore independently.]

Shi Mo looked at the pure white bone flute, which shimmered faintly with light, and a hint of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. This weapon was quite suitable for his current mental attributes.

[Grade A/Grade B/Grade C Healing Agents]: Their effectiveness decreases in that order, and they are used to treat injuries of varying severity.

[Strength/Agility/Constitution Enhancement Potion (Small)]: Permanently increases the corresponding attribute by 1 point.

Shi Mo casually put away the enhancement potions. The 1-point increase was negligible for him now. Perhaps he could give them away like before?

Finally, the system focused its attention on the seemingly ordinary, even somewhat antique, silver-white ring:

[Special Item [Ring of Empathy]: Level unknown, unique effect. Can be bound to a specific target (requires the target to lose one drop of blood or act voluntarily). Once bound, when the wearer touches, rubs, or taps the ring, the bound target will experience a clear "touching" sensation on the corresponding body part, regardless of distance or most barriers. Note: This sensation is only a tactile simulation and does not have any actual damage or control effects.]

After reading the instructions, the system's tone was somewhat subtle: "Host, this... doesn't seem to have much practical use..."

Shi Mo's gaze, however, fell upon the [Ring of Empathy], a glint of intense interest flashing in his heterochromatic eyes. He thought of someone who always tried to remain calm and analyze everything.

"No," he reached out and took the ring in his hand, his fingertips gently stroking the cool surface of the ring, a faint but dangerous smile curving his lips, "I'm very satisfied."

The rewards from this wish and lottery far exceeded his expectations. His mental attribute broke through the 120 mark, he obtained a useful S-class weapon, and... a little toy that he thought would be very "interesting".

It's time to leave and go back.