Virus King [Translation]

Novak's attention was immediately drawn to the chat message.

Even though the group had previously agreed that they could form teams after discovering dungeons, no one had taken action so far. The reason was simple: for lower-level dungeons, even difficult ones, the members didn't need help. Their individual strengths were more than enough. Additionally, Nightmare-level or Hell-level dungeons were incredibly rare, especially since the apocalypse had only started a week ago. How could they find high-level dungeons so soon?

At present, there were only five or six dungeon strategy videos circulating on Planet Kepler. Aside from the two strategies posted by Novak, the rest were all for Normal-level dungeons, with none at the Hard level. Clearly, finding high-level Secret Realms was no easy task, let alone surviving them. Many had already lost their lives trying.

Still, Novak was surprised that Ian, once the chatty and playful member of the group, had resurfaced with something so significant. He had found a Nightmare-level dungeon!?

A low-level Nightmare dungeon in D-avao?

In his previous life, Novak had spent a considerable amount of time in the Capital city of De M-anila but wasn't entirely familiar with the Secret Realms there. Even so, he had a good grasp of its dangers.

[White Emperor: Let's talk in the group.]

[Just Ian: Yes.]

Novak switched his focus to the group chat.

[White Emperor: @Just Ian]

[Just Ian: @Meimei, Meimei, I've spoken to White Emperor! Let's connect!]

[Willow Pagoda Tree: !!!]

[Overlord: Whoa?! Ian, you're finally back! Are you okay?! And your nickname…sigh…my condolence brother.]

[Truth Teller: My condolences, Ian!]

[Just Ian: /fist bump/silly grin, thank you all for your concern!]

Time heals all wounds, as they say.

[Meimei: @Just Ian, you're diving into a nightmare realm?]

[Crow: What the...?! Is it finally happening? But wait, there are only three of you— Brother White, Meimei, and Ian?! Are there any spots left?]

At the appearance of Crow's message, the chat group fell silent.

Ian, sitting in his room in D-avao, saw the flood of private messages.

[Overlord: Ian, we're brothers, right? Let me help you!]

[Vince: Ian, we were some of the first to join this chat group. I can't just ignore your request! I'll help out, and I don't need any reward. I'm doing this for our brotherhood!]

[Crow: Ian, I have SS-level talent! I may not be as strong as Brother White or Meimei, but I'm definitely not weak! I don't need anything either, just let me join...]

Ian was speechless. He had only asked for help clearing a Nightmare-level Secret Realm, but now all the big shots in the group were clamoring to join—and they didn't even want anything in return!

Novak, observing the chat's sudden burst of activity, smiled knowingly.

[White Emperor: @everyone, here's the deal. We'll roll for the spot. Whoever gets the highest roll joins. Ian, give us the details of this Nightmare dungeon.]

This was the most reasonable solution, and the group members quickly started rolling for points.

[Just Ian: I don't want any of the rewards from the dungeon. I just need one quest item for my mission! This is a Nightmare-level dungeon called 'Red Star Mental Hospital.' It's a Level 5-12 Secret Realm. My quest item is in there, so I need all of your help!]

Red Star Mental Hospital?

Novak's eyebrows lifted slightly. He actually knew of this dungeon from his previous life. However, since it required a minimum level of five to enter, he had never been able to explore it back then.

But now, he finally had the opportunity.

As for Ian's quest item, Novak wasn't too interested. His main concern was the dungeon's difficulty, which was likely higher than the Cooling Incinerator dungeon.

While Novak pondered the specific details of Red Star Mental Hospital, the group roll results came in.

[Crow: Hahahaha! What's destiny? This is destiny! Ian, don't worry! I'll get you through this!]

[Whiplash of the Skies: With White Emperor and Meimei here, do we even need you? You're just an extra!]

[Overlord: Yeah, you're just filler!]

[Crow: Jealousy! You're all just jealous! Quack quack, I get to roll with Brother White! What should I do? I'm so excited!]

[Truth Teller: Crow, if you keep acting like this, you'll get cursed!]

[White Emperor: Alright, luck's luck. Next time, work harder to get in. Also, for those coming, make sure to note your abilities. This dungeon won't be easy, especially for anyone who's focused solely on physical strength.]

[White Emperor: Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed. Get ready to fall asleep.]

[Crow: OOHH!]

[Ian: Yes!]

[Willow Pagoda Tree: I can only wait for the team-building video from the bosses! Looking forward to it...]

Ignoring the banter in the group, Novak saw the Dream Totem sent by Meimei. After taking care of a couple of lingering matters, he laid down on the bed, ready for sleep.

The Dream Totem remained unchanged.

As his consciousness drifted, Novak's spirit stayed sharp. It was as if he were passing through a dense fog. In the next moment, a different scene unfolded before his eyes.

This time, it wasn't a cold, empty building, but rather a cozy home.

And before him, three figures began to appear.

The clearest of them was Meimei, whom he had met in a previous dream.

As for the other two, one was a chubby youth around 18 or 19, and the other a thin young man.

The chubby one was obviously Ian, and the thin one, even after all these years, was unmistakably Crow—the fearsome Fearmonger from Novak's previous life.

Two SSS-level talents, one SS-level talent, and one S-level talent.

The first team-building mission of the 001 chat group had begun!