Multiversal Livestreaming System : I Can Copy My Viewers Skills-Chapter 20: Danger in the Dark

As the group walked through the bustling streets toward the town's exit, Levi took the lead, glancing back at them with an easygoing smile.

"As you know, the common monsters in the first floor are Goblins, Slimes, Wild Boars, and Lesser Orcs."

He explained, his tone casual but informative.

"Of course, 'common' doesn't mean they're the only monsters you'll run into..."

He gestured toward the forest in the distance.

"You'll run into what we call 'unique monsters' as well."

"For example, sometimes, a goblin's soul core develops well enough, and they evolve into a Goblin Chief."

He smirked.

"If you ever encounter one, just pray to whatever deity you believe in.... and run. Fast."

Levi chuckled at his own joke, but behind him,

Rei, Nathaniel, and Elara exchanged knowing glances.

They wanted to tell him that not only had they already faced a Goblin Chief, but they had also beaten it to a pulp.

Yet, since Adam didn't say anything, neither did they.

After all, it was Adam who had planned everything and carried most of the fight, ensuring their victory.

If he didn't feel the need to boast, neither would they.

Levi continued walking, completely unaware of their silent exchange.

"Now, let's talk about something important— soul cores."

His expression grew slightly more serious.

"Everyone has a soul core. It's what determines a living being's worth. The stronger and more refined your soul core is, the more valuable your existence becomes."

He turned his gaze toward them.

"For monsters, soul cores naturally improve based on their bloodline, age, and experiences. A goblin that's survived for years and fought hundreds of battles will have a much stronger soul core than one that just got out of its nest. That's why evolution happens. The stronger their core gets, the closer they are to transforming into a higher form."

Rei frowned slightly.

"And for Stream Hunters?"

Levi nodded.

"For us, it's different. We don't evolve like monsters, but we do refine our soul cores by killing them. Every time a Stream Hunter slays a monster, a portion of the monster's soul core is absorbed into their own. This strengthens us, allowing us to improve our abilities and rank up."

Nathaniel folded his arms.

"So it's basically survival of the fittest."

Levi grinned.

"Exactly. Kill or be killed. That's the law of the Tower."

He then added,

"And here's the best part..."

"When you kill a monster, part of their soul core doesn't just go to strengthening yours. Some of it converts into gold coins. And if you're lucky, it might even transform into a useful item or artifact."

Elara's eyes lit up.

"So that's how people get weapons and gear without having to buy them?"

"Bingo." Levi smirked.

"The stronger the monster, the better the loot. That's why Stream Hunters chase after powerful creatures, even if it's risky. One good drop could change your entire career."

[TheIsekaiKing has donated 5 coins]

[TheIsekaiKing] : That's interesting! I wonder if I have a soul core as well...

[Experienced Old Knight] : Dear King, aren't you a viewer? Your soul core should be a lot more powerful than any of these guys...

[TheIsekaiKing expresses confusion]

Adam listened quietly, nodding occasionally as Levi continued to explain the basics of the Tower and the monsters in the area.

To anyone else, Levi's words would've seemed like valuable information, but to Adam, it was nothing new.

After all, he had been through the Tower's trials for 15 years already.

Still, he found it useful to hear how it was explained to newcomers.

As Levi talked about the different monsters in the forest, Adam couldn't help but notice the direction they were heading.

They'd already passed the usual goblin areas, and now they were veering toward a familiar part of the forest.

It was one that Adam had seen countless times.

[Frog Eater] : "This guide is fishy. Why is he leading you to another lesser orc part of the forest?"

[NLE_immortal has donated 15 coins]

[NLE_immortal warns the streamer to be careful!]

Adam barely flinched at the notification, though he did glance at it for a brief moment.

It confirmed what he had suspected.

He'd been around long enough to know the patterns of the Tower....

And this guide was definitely taking them to a place they weren't supposed to be.

Levi seemed unaware of the danger, happily chatting about various monsters and their soul cores, but Adam wasn't fooled.

He'd seen this happen before, in his past life.

A guide leading an unsuspecting group of rookies into a trap, and he had a feeling that was what was happening now.

'He probably doesn't know that I've already got 15 years of experience in the Tower... or that I have viewers who can keep me informed.'

Adam thought, barely keeping his attention on the guide's chatter.

But he wasn't just watching out of curiosity.

There was a deeper reason for his wariness.

In his previous life, the Tower of Yxthar had wiped out his entire universe when humanity dared to fight back.

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But Adam didn't know the specifics...

He didn't know what had sparked the revolution or what made humanity cross the line.

All he knew was that he needed answers...

And the only way to get them was to dig deeper into the Tower's operations in this life.

So in this life, and in every possible chance he could get...

Adam had already planned to get himself involved deeper in things.

He wanted to get to the bottom of this entire thing before their doom 15 years later...

'Hm... to avoid being unexpectedly ambushed, I should try to get that skill [Quick Avoidance] again...'

Adam thought to himself as he activated [Temporary Copy], directed towards the 5th Style Sword Master again.

[Temporary Copy has been activated...]

[Due to low level and low rank, skill picking will be randomized...]

The system beeped again.

[Temporary Copy is successful!]

[Temporarily Copied: Flow Piercing!]

[Reducing Flow Piercing to its F-tier version...]

[Flow Piercing has been reduced to Smooth Cut.]

[Temporary Copy] : Smooth Cut (30 Second Duration)

'Ah? It's not [Quick Avoidance...]'

Adam thought to himself, a bit disappointed before glancing towards the description.

[Smooth Cut] : All blade attacks will have their sharpness increased by 200%

'An attack boost skill...'

Adam analyzed.

Since he didn't get the [Quick Avoidance] skill, it was best to make use of what he currently had.

Adam's gaze remained steady as they walked deeper into the forest.

Levi led the way, his movements relaxed, his voice still casual as he explained more about soul cores and evolution.

But Adam wasn't listening anymore.

His focus was on the subtle noises in the environment.

The slight rustle of leaves...

The faint crunch of footsteps that didn't belong to their group....

They weren't alone.