Chapter 156: Mei Fangs Painful Memory

Chapter 156: Mei Fangs Painful Memory

It was already dusk when Mei Fang returned from practicing guitar outside.

He noticed Lin Youxi and Xia Yuan sitting together, playing a game. The sound of their keyboard typing was lively and energetic.

Oh no, oh no, Youxi, Im going to die! Help me, help me! Taunt for me!

Xia Yuan shouted loudly while playing the game, being casual and carefree. Lin Youxi, on the other hand, remained calm and composed throughout, displaying the demeanor of a skilled player.

Watching the two of them having a great time, Mei Fang changed his shoes and asked them:

Are you two playing Dota or Dragon Nest?

The games you mentioned are too exhausting to play. Were playing La Tale[1]!

Youre actually playing that?! Have you forgotten about the time you got scammed while playing MapleStory?

Mei Fang, Lin Youxi, and Xia Yuan used to play MapleStory together. Xia Yuan loved the game so much that she asked her father to help her top up her account.

During the Lunar New Year, Xia Yuan saw a message on the public chat saying that they were giving away 5E adventure coins. Naively, Xia Yuan happily went to the website to claim the reward, only to have her account stolen.

After that incident, Xia Yuan uninstalled MapleStory and Mei Fang and Lin Youxi didnt continue playing either.

The overall art style of La Tale was similar to MapleStory, and the gameplay was also a 2D side-scrolling MMO.

However, during its early operation, La Tale had a fair gameplay system. The items sold in the in-game store didnt significantly affect the game balance, and players had to rely on monster grinding and dungeon runs to obtain equipment.

Mei Fang stood behind Xia Yuan and watched the two of them play for a while, reminiscing about the youthful days when he played MMOs with Xia Yuan and Lin Youxi. Suddenly, he felt the urge to play games as well.

I want to play too! Which server are you in?

Server 3. But its too late for you to start now, weve already finished the beginners quests!

Thats not a problem Watch me catch up to you in no time.

While registering his account, Mei Fang dialed the number to top up his account using his kidney phone[2]. Mobile payments had just become popular in 2011, so many online games still relied on prepaid cards and phone payments.

To make it more convenient, Mei Fang topped up his account with a few thousand yuan worth of in-game coins. He had no reservations about spending money on games.

Do you want me to give you some La Tale Coins (LTC) to get through the beginner stage? Lin Youxi raised her head and asked Mei Fang, but he shook his head.

No need, Ill just buy them directly from the trading market.

Xia Yuan seemed to understand something and quickly got up from her seat to see what Mei Fang was doing.

Ah Fang, youre like a little dog! Why are you spending money on this game as soon as you start playing?!

How can I not spend money on a game like this? Instead of mindlessly leveling up and grinding monsters, Ill just make a one-time payment. Were game developers ourselves, how can we let other game developers use us to become playthings for the pay-to-win whales?

Xia Yuan pushed Mei Fangs shoulder back and forth, saying, Ah Fang, youre so boring. You cant experience the true joy of the game like this.

Wow, this person is selling an amazing Ice Lady Bow. Its currently only selling for 5,000 LTC. Yuan Yuan, I remember youre an archer, do you want this weapon? I have over a billion on me right now.

Upon hearing it was her exclusive weapon, Xia Yuans eyes immediately lit up with excitement.

Let me see! Wow the stats are incredible! Ive been farming for hours and still havent found an Ice Lady Bow!

Do you want it? If not, Ill cancel the trade.

Yes, yes, yes, Ah Fang! Buy it for me! I beg you! Ill give you a massage and foot rub tonight!

Lin Youxi, who was silently listening to their conversation was puzzled. Rekindle? Arent people already enjoying playing MMOs now

I-In the future! Im talking about the future!

Ah Fang, you have such foresight. Now Im starting to itch for it too! Ah Fang, hurry up and grow up so you can make games for me to play!

After finishing their meal together, Mei Fang took care of the dishes while Xia Yuan cut apples and distributed them to everyone.

She started by feeding Lin Youxi the apple in the living room, then ran to the kitchen to feed Mei Fang.

Okay, okay Dont force-feed me.

Hmph You need to eat more fruits.

Xia Yuan reached out to put an apple into Mei Fangs mouth.

By the way, speaking of which, which song are you planning to sing at the upcoming Autumn Art Festival? Mei Fang asked.

Xia Yuan made a hushing gesture to Mei Fang.

Well, this time its a secret. I cant tell you yet.

Still being secretive

Tsk, Ah Fang, youre the same.

Xia Yuan stuck her tongue out at Mei Fang. Youre saying youre preparing a performance for the Autumn Art Festival, but we still dont know what song youre going to sing. We havent even seen the lyrics.

Oh, well

Mei Fang scratched his head. Actually, Im almost done with the preparations. I can play it for you girls tonight. If you think its not good enough, then I wont sign up.

Really? Really?

Xia Yuan excitedly linked her arm with Mei Fangs. Since youre already prepared, let me and Youxi listen to it. Weve been looking forward to it for so long!

Translator's Notes:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Tale iPhone 

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