### Chapter 8: New Dungeon Unlocked, Haunted School Horror
As soon as he opened his mouth, the old Taoist's charlatan demeanor was unmistakable.
"I've arranged a room for you. We usually stay on the seventh floor, while newcomers stay on the first, second, and third floors. Your room number is 404. I specifically applied for it for you—very auspicious!"
Zhao Yi nodded politely and said, "Thank you, Master!"
Jiang Xiao chuckled mischievously. "No worries, once you're here, you're family. You've managed to top the newcomer list among millions, we have high hopes for you!"
Liu Ruoqing rolled her eyes and led Zhao Yi to room 404, saying, "Once you bind with the room, it will become your safe house."
"No one can enter without your permission."
The peephole at the door emitted a light, collecting Zhao Yi's soul information.
The door opened.
Inside, the decor was clean and tidy.
Eighty square meters, two bedrooms, one living room, independent bathroom, with 24-hour hot water supply.
"Food and water need to be taken from the abandoned train station two kilometers away... I mean, you need to be at least level three to enter there. Since you're not high enough level, I can provide some for you first."
Zhao Yi sweetly replied, "Thank you, Sister Liu!"
Liu Ruoqing waved her hand, flipped her hair, and sat on Zhao Yi's soft sofa, opened a bottle of '82 Cola, and said, "Come to the living room tomorrow night, I'll give you and the other newcomers a rundown of the 'Hell' game process.
Also... don't go anywhere outside the apartment for now, those places aren't safe!"
Zhao Yi nodded slightly.
Liu Ruoqing drank the cola, leaving a faint lipstick mark on the glass, then got up and swayed her hips as she left.
***
After waiting quietly for a day.
This world has no sun, only some faintly glowing stars.
The only way to confirm the passage of time is the big world time in the game system.
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The next day.
Zhao Yi, wearing a robe, came to the hall.
The murals were mottled, the wall paint old, and the lamp cast a warm yellow glow.
About forty to fifty people were gathered here.
Men and women alike.
Some had anxious and worried expressions, while others seemed excited.
"Everyone's here, so... let's keep it brief."
A steady man sat on the sofa, legs crossed.
In his hand was a black leather book with strange symbols.
"I'm the president of the 'All Freeloaders' guild, you can call me Uncle Quan. The world we're in now is a world of chaotic rules—'The Chaos Realm.'
It's very dangerous here, only this guild building is absolutely safe.
So don't wander around unnecessarily.
As players of the 'Hell' game, there are two tasks you need to complete.
One is the dungeon task, the other is the big world task.
The former must be completed once a month by each player, at most twice.
After the dungeon ends, you'll be rated based on your performance, and you'll earn points based on your rating and difficulty, which can be exchanged for items in the mall.
Note that you might be matched with other players in the same dungeon, and killing and looting are common, so don't trust anyone easily!"
Uncle Quan adjusted his black-framed glasses.
A hint of obscure excitement flashed in his eyes.
"After you enter the dungeon, there will be a live streaming room for you at the Eternal Night Camp. Try to perform well to attract more players to become your fans. When you finish, the popularity and gifts will be converted into extra points for you. Although not much, it can help big guilds notice you, making it easier to switch guilds in the future."
He never minded whether newcomers stayed or left the guild.
"As for the world tasks, they are simpler.
They are displayed in your system. If you're interested, follow them; if not, or if you're afraid of dying, don't do them. The guild doesn't force you."
Now, do you have any questions?"
Many newcomers raised their hands, their faces flushed.
Uncle Quan glanced around.
"Good! Since there are no questions, let's adjourn!"
With that, several of the veterans got up and left.
Everyone: "???"
"Damn! Are the veterans in this guild really so irresponsible?"
"Shit... why does it feel like we've boarded a pirate ship?"
"You applied to the freeloader guild yourself, don't blame others!"
"I joined because the top player applied to this guild, so I followed!"
"..."
The group muttered among themselves, while Zhao Yi sat on the sofa, drinking water.
In fact, everything about the game can be found in the system.
Whether they explained it or not made no difference.
The only thing that left Zhao Yi speechless was... this guild's world task hadn't progressed at all!
The guild was established two years ago, and the world task interface was still stuck on the 'Guide Task'!
Those guild members weren't even pretending.
Collectively doing nothing.
But in a way, this was also good.
Zhao Yi could experience the storyline from the beginning and see what really happened in Hanging Valley Town back then.
***
[World Task: Guide Task]
[Task Objective: Go to the train station to collect food and water]
[Recommended Level: 1-3]
[Task Reward: 2 Free Talent Points (Only for Participants)]
[Description: ...Suddenly, you wake up to find yourself in the terrifying land of Eternal Night, and your goal is to escape and leave this dangerous place. But before that, you need to find a way to survive...]
[Attachment: Map]
Zhao Yi glanced at the map.
The abandoned train station was only two kilometers from the apartment.
The distance wasn't long.
But it was enough for accidents to happen.
Moreover, according to the map markings, the abandoned train station was large, with 80% in shadow.
This meant that those areas unrelated to the task could have dangers exceeding levels 1-3.
Hmm, it's not the right time to go yet.
Anyway, the guild's storage warehouse still had a mountain of food, enough for now.
The most urgent thing now was to quickly improve his level and points.
To exchange for the necessary items in the mall.
With this in mind, Zhao Yi opened the system.
Dungeon matching.
[Matching in progress, please wait—]
[Match successful!]
[Dungeon: Haunted School Horror]
[Participating Players: Zhao Yi (LV2), Yang Linlin (LV4), Zhen Tao (LV2), Lu Bai (LV3)]
[Main Task: Survive for seven days in Rockridge High School]
[Side Task: Break the school's curse]
[Main Task Reward: 75 Experience Points]
[Side Task Reward: Substitute Doll]
[Difficulty: Hell]
[Description: You successfully enrolled in the city's top school—Rockridge High School. However, after some time as a student, you suddenly realize something is not quite right with the school...]
***
A burst of intense white light flashed, and Zhao Yi disappeared from the guild, leaving a group of bewildered people behind.
"Whoa, who was that guy?"
"Already entered a dungeon?"
"Is this the legendary dungeon maniac?"
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