Chapter 203 Viral!



Villain Ch 203. Viral! 

Those words left Allen speechless. Of course, he knew how dangerous it was since some people had an excessive obsession with games. Moreover, his face was no stranger to the gaming community. It was a double-edged sword, fame, and recognition.

Shea: Anyway, we better get ready for the meeting.

Allen: It's just an online meeting, right? Why the rush?

A simple T-shirt should suffice for that. What was most important was that he needed to wash his face and brush his teeth.

Shea: Some high officials might join the meeting and share some updates for the game.

Zoe: The hype is more than we thought. The players exploded. This means that more players will participate in the next events. The emperor must not fall in the early game or it will betray the players' expectations.

Shea: Also, the events will probably stretch into more than two sessions. It will take more time than before, while all of us have jobs. Which means, we'll probably be busier than ever. They should fix the previous contracts since some of us may not be able to handle our current jobs like normal.

Allen: Eight to ten gaming hours is fine for me as long it's not constant every day. I'm more worried about you guys. Zoe, especially.

Zoe: Why me?

Allen: You are a student. You can't possibly skip the class because of the game, right?

Allen: Also, Jane. I was also worried about you since you almost fainted to meet your deadline last time.

Jane: Well, I'll manage somehow.

Vivian: Wait, what if we are unable to attend it? Like something urgent happens or something coming up. Or maybe we have to go on a trip or something?

Shea: We'll talk about this later.

Allen: All right. I'll get ready first. See you guys in half an hour.

He put down his phone and let out a sigh. "Getting ready" for the meeting meant something different for Allen. He knew that Shea was referring to the preparations they needed to make before the online meeting, but for him, it wasn't about washing his face or brushing his teeth. It was about fueling up for the long and intense discussion that was about to take place. After all, when it came to long meetings, there was one thing that always came to his mind - food.

Just based on Shea's explanation, it was clear that this meeting was not going to be a quick and straightforward one. The fact that it involved several higher officials meant that there would be a lot to discuss and deliberate upon. And where there was a lengthy discussion, there was always a need for sustenance.

Allen got up from his seat and made his way to the kitchen. He quickly gathered the ingredients he needed for his breakfast - bacon, eggs, and toast.

He grabbed an air fryer and carefully placed the toast, eggs, and bacon strips before he seasoned them with a pinch of salt and pepper, giving them a burst of flavor.

As the bacon and eggs cooked, filling the kitchen with an enticing aroma, Allen took advantage of the cooking time to take a quick shower and dressed comfortably, opting for a casual yet presentable outfit. He chose a pair of jeans and a plain T-shirt.

Eating his delicious breakfast and savoring the flavors of the crispy bacon and the creamy sunny-side-up eggs, he decided to grab his phone and check out what the gaming community had to say about his devil emperor character.

Deciding to open his Discourd server chat, he was greeted by a flurry of messages from his enthusiastic readers. They were buzzing with excitement, discussing the devil emperor and even suggesting that he delve deeper into the world of villains. They wanted him to create a story that captured the same dark and captivating essence as the devil emperor. The idea intrigued him, and he couldn't help but smile at the thought of embarking on a new creative endeavor.

He typed a quick response to his readers, expressing his gratitude for their support and their suggestions. He assured them that he would consider their ideas and hinted that he might explore a villainous storyline in the future. However, he also mentioned that his current commitments might limit his ability to take on new projects. He didn't want to make any promises he couldn't keep, but he appreciated their input and would keep their suggestions in mind.

The meeting started.

With his phone set aside, Allen turned his attention to the online meeting. He positioned himself comfortably in front of his laptop, his face illuminated by the glow of multiple screens. In addition to the familiar faces of his friends, two men in their thirties were also present. They appeared serious and focused, ready to tackle the matters at hand. And of course, Kafra was there as well.

The topic of discussion had shifted to the meteoric rise in players and the viral videos that showcased his devil emperor character. It was a phenomenon that had caught everyone off guard, and the game developer was determined to capitalize on its success.

The meeting delved into the details of this unexpected surge in popularity. The short videos featuring the devil emperor had taken the internet by storm in a matter of hours, quickly accumulating views. That would attract not only gamers but also non-gamers or veterans who were curious about the new games. This meant this spike would continue to rise until the time limit had not been determined.

The IT staff, working tirelessly behind the scenes, was faced with the daunting task of expanding the server capacity to accommodate the influx of players. Their goal was to ensure a seamless gaming experience, free from any lag or technical glitches. It was a race against time as they scrambled to add more servers and optimize the game's infrastructure. The team was well aware of the stakes at hand - any disruption or delay could potentially tarnish the game's reputation and dampen the enthusiasm of the thriving player base.

However, amidst the technical considerations, the heart of the discussion revolved around the central figure of the game itself - the villain. The devil emperor had become an iconic character, capturing the imagination of players and captivating audiences across various platforms.