The skill 【Replica Fusion】, of course, has a cooldown.

However, its cooldown mechanism works like this—

For example, if A and B replicas are fused into C, only A and B will enter cooldown.

In other words, when Jiang Ye only has Replica No. 1 and No. 2, he can briefly perform two fusions: No. 1 into No. 2 and No. 2 into No. 1.

But now, he had used up both opportunities, and the skill had completely entered cooldown.

Yet, when this mirror replica appeared...

The skill that was supposed to be on cooldown suddenly became available again!

It showed that he could fuse with this mirror replica!

What the f***? Jiang Ye was completely dumbfounded!

He stared at the mirror replica in shock, his expression frozen.

Huang Qi, on the other hand, burst into laughter. “It’s just a mirror replica. Why are you so surprised?”

As he spoke, he stroked the antique-looking dressing mirror and explained smugly:

“The 【High-End Mall】 in the Beginner Apartment does allow you to exchange game currency for some items.”

“But honestly, those items are just average. As long as beginner players have enough game currency, anyone can buy them—just generic stuff.”

“But my Replica Reflection Mirror is different!”

“I didn’t buy it from the 【High-End Mall】 with game currency.”

“When I traded Survival Points for game currency with Shadow, he noticed that my Survival Points exceeded 100 and gave me a special privilege.”

“That privilege allowed me to exchange Survival Point items directly from his inventory using Survival Points!”

“And this Replica Reflection Mirror is one of those Survival Point items I got from Shadow!”

“It’s even unique!”

Huang Qi was clearly proud as he spoke.

After all, not just anyone could receive special treatment from Shadow.

At this stage, the number of beginner players who owned Survival Point items could probably be counted on one hand!

Jiang Ye listened...

And couldn’t help but swallow.

His eyes were already fixed on the Replica Reflection Mirror as if it were already his.

Cough, cough.

No, he couldn’t make it too obvious!

Jiang Ye quickly suppressed his emotions, changing his gaze to a more reasonable look of admiration.

Like a fool, he suddenly asked Huang Qi, “So, this replica created based on my image—does it obey me?”

Huang Qi froze for a second, then looked at him as if he were an idiot.

“Are you dreaming? This is an item I exchanged for over a hundred Survival Points! How could the replica it creates possibly listen to you?”

“Even if the Emperor himself were here, this replica would still obey me!”

“But there is one drawback to this item—”

“It requires the person being replicated to stand in front of the mirror and display their data panel for 30 seconds.”

“So, basically, it can’t be used to forcibly replicate a strong opponent against their will.”

“But it can be used up to Level 100. As long as I keep getting stronger, the replicas it creates will also be stronger!”

“In the future, when my organization expands, if I find someone with high base stats without equipment, I can prioritize replicating them to become a powerful ally.”

As he spoke, he glanced at Jiang Ye with a meaningful look. “Your base stats are quite decent.”

“You’re also one of the first to follow me, so don’t worry. I’ll prioritize training you in the future.”

Jiang Ye nodded repeatedly, then looked at the mirror replica. “Does this replica have a time limit? Will it suddenly disappear while in use?”

“That’s none of your concern! Survival Point items are far stronger than you think!”

Huang Qi was visibly impatient now.

He waved his hand, clearly not wanting to waste more time talking to Jiang Ye.

He directly ordered the mirror replica to join Yang Wenchao’s team under the pretense of leveling up together.

Then, it would find an opportunity to launch a sneak attack and test Yang Wenchao’s strength.

Jiang Ye knew Huang Qi wasn’t just trying to test Yang Wenchao.

He was also cutting off his escape route.

Just like in gangster movies, where the first step to pulling someone into the underworld is forcing them to kill—destroying their social standing and leaving them no way back.

If the mirror replica of Jiang Ye started acting out among his classmates and became a hated “villain,” then Jiang Ye would have no way out.

He would have no choice but to follow Huang Qi, killing all his classmates in the apartment and embarking on a path of slaughter wherever he went.

Simply put, Huang Qi didn’t fully trust Jiang Ye.

He trusted the mirror replica he created more!

However...

Just as Huang Qi was instructing the mirror replica on mission details—

The mirror replica...

Suddenly vanished into thin air!

“What the—?!”

Huang Qi was stunned, as if he had just seen a ghost.

Meanwhile, Jiang Ye, who had successfully exploited a glitch to complete 【Replica Fusion】, quickly checked his new data panel.

After all, he wasn’t sure if fusing with an identical replica would stack attributes, abilities, skills, and other stats.

If the fusion only combined them visually without affecting the data panel...

Then he wouldn’t dare act rashly.

But fortunately, when he checked his updated data panel—

He was in for a massive surprise!

【Jiang Ye】

【Level: 1】

【Stamina: 14.8】

【Energy: 17.2】

【Combat Power: 208】

【Survival Points: 0】

【Abilities: Hard Work Pays Off (S), Gold Element Affinity (B)】

【Skills: Absolute Focus (S), Combat Stance (S), Golden Light Technique (B), Golden Cicada Shedding (C)】

Holy sh**!!

His combat power had broken past 200!!

And he had directly gained two S-tier skills!

The Golden Light Technique, which was originally D-tier, had directly advanced to B-tier!

What the f***!!

Jiang Ye was beyond excited!

At that moment, he made up his mind—

Even if the Emperor himself came today, this Replica Reflection Mirror would bear the surname Jiang, not Huang!

And so...

Driven by his overwhelming combat power and his burning desire for the Replica Reflection Mirror, Jiang Ye didn’t hesitate at all—he immediately began stacking buffs!

Absolute Focus!

Combat Stance!

Golden Light Technique!

Golden Cicada Shedding!

A streak of golden light, faster than ever and gleaming with a sharper, darker radiance, shot straight toward Huang Qi’s forehead!

At the same time, a simple kitchen knife slashed through the air in Huang Qi’s direction!

Jiang Ye didn’t stay idle either—he clenched his fists and dashed forward at full speed!

Come on, even protagonists in novels dare to challenge enemies stronger than themselves when they’re weaker.

His combat power was 208 versus Huang Qi’s 88—this was a total stomp!

If he couldn’t win this... well, that’d just be ridiculous.

However!

In Huang Qi’s shocked, disbelieving gaze, the jade pendant around his neck flickered, and a faint green energy shield suddenly materialized in front of him.

With a sharp clang, the kitchen knife was stopped outside the shield!

It even got chipped on impact and clattered to the ground!

However...

This time, Huang Qi didn’t feel any sense of victory.

Because, right in front of his horrified eyes—

The sharp golden light pierced straight through his shield!

It struck deep into his vulnerable forehead!

A piercing pain exploded in his brain!

And it wasn’t over yet!

Jiang Ye’s bare fists shattered the shield with a single punch!

His fist, carrying immense force, slammed mercilessly into Huang Qi’s chest!

Speed! Power! Absolute dominance!

Blood seeped from the corners of Huang Qi’s mouth and his forehead.

His eyes, filled with disbelief and terror, shattered in despair!

Because what the f***...

Was this the strength of just 75 combat power?!

Impossible! Absolutely impossible!

But then...

Why?!

Why was Jiang Ye this strong?!

Why did the replica he created suddenly disappear...

Even in death, Huang Qi couldn’t figure it out!

With his grand ambitions unfinished and a heart full of unwillingness—

He collapsed with a thud…