Multiversal Livestreaming System : I Can Copy My Viewers Skills
Chapter 187: Relations of Existence
A period of solemnity and silence settled over the mountain.
The spiritual flames lingering around the forest slowly faded as the countless spirits that had been under the Reflection’s control dissolved one after another.
The oppressive feeling that had blanketed the area gradually disappeared, replaced by the gentle ringing of distant prayer bells.
Adam quietly landed atop the stone path.
The crimson wings behind his back dissolved into streams of blood before returning to his body.
He swept his gaze across the surrounding temples.
The black flowers blooming around them were already beginning to wither as there was no need to maintain them any longer.
Having lost the Reflection that maintained the spiritual network throughout the mountains, the abundant spiritual energy naturally began returning to its original state.
Not long after, hurried footsteps echoed through the forest.
Kurou emerged first from the shadows, followed by Mallory, Salvia, Seo-jun, and Guin.
Seeing Adam standing there unharmed, the tension in everyone’s shoulders visibly eased.
Kurou scratched the back of his head with a relieved smile before looking around at the quiet mountainside.
"So... that’s three down already."
No one celebrated.
After witnessing three Reflections in a row, they had begun to understand the Eighth Floor’s true purpose.
It seems that not only was it a test of strength, it was also forcing them to confront the countless possibilities of who they could have become... and then asking them to surpass even that.
The mountain had finally returned to its peaceful silence. Only the distant ringing of prayer bells and the gentle rustling of leaves could be heard.
Seo-jun was the first to speak up as his gaze landed on the temples with interests.
"I’ll be checking the temples. I’ll be back."
Adam simply nodded.
He didn’t stop him.
Everyone had their own habits, and Seo-jun was no exception. Having grown up around temples, it was only natural that he would want to inspect the ones within this strange place.
The shaman quietly headed deeper into the mountains.
The others, however, stayed close by.
After fighting three Reflections back-to-back, everyone had consumed a considerable amount of mana.
Kurou leaned against a nearby boulder while catching his breath.
Salvia quietly sat beneath the shade of a pine tree, slowly recovering her mana through meditation.
Mallory wasn’t far from her sister this time. She simply leaned against one of the stone lanterns, silently watching the mountain breeze carry away the last few black flower petals.
No one wasted their strength speaking as the next Reflection would arrive soon.
Recovering even a little mana now could become the difference between victory and defeat later.
Adam quietly walked toward Guin.
The little girl immediately straightened up when she noticed him approaching.
Without saying anything, Adam gently patted her head.
"...Good job. You did well."
Guin blinked before a bright smile slowly spread across her face.
The praise clearly made her happy.
However... Adam’s expression soon became thoughtful.
"...However."
Guin’s smile instantly stiffened.
"The fact that you have to get so close before using [Absolute Stasis] is a dangerous weakness."
"If you meet someone faster than you, they’ll reach you before your skill can."
He folded his arms as he continued thinking aloud.
"It would be much safer if you could maintain some distance before activating it."
"You also hesitate too much before moving. You rely on me and the others being nearby. If one day I’m not beside you, you’ll need to be able to make those decisions yourself."
Adam continued pointing out one issue after another.
From positioning, to timing... Even the way she positioned her feet before activating her skill.
From an outsider’s perspective, it didn’t seem like criticism born from dissatisfaction.
Rather... It sounded like a worried father trying to prepare his daughter for the future.
Guin quietly listened to every word without interrupting.
"...Hm."
Adam suddenly frowned. His eyes glanced down towards Guin’s equipment.
Only now did he realize how... average it was.
Compared to the dangers of the Eighth Floor, her equipment could barely be considered acceptable.
Without another word, Adam opened the System Shop.
He honestly didn’t want to spend too many coins right now.
He was planning to establish a Guild after leaving the Eighth Floor.
Founding a Guild wasn’t cheap, it required an absurd amount of gold.
In fact, just thinking about the expenses gave him a headache.
Still... Money could always be earned again.
Guin’s safety was far more important.
After briefly browsing through the listings, Adam purchased three items.
[Cloak of the Meaningless] (65,000 Gold)
A lightweight silver-gray cloak that greatly suppresses the wearer’s presence. Unless someone deliberately focuses their attention on the wearer, they become surprisingly difficult to notice. The cloak also enhances agility, reflexes, and overall bodily functions by 100%.
[Guardian’s Whisper Bracelet] (52,000 Gold)
A bracelet that continuously wraps its wearer in nearly invisible layers of protective mana. Gradually improves natural regeneration while increasing both magical and physical resistance.
[Moonrabbit Slippers] (31,000 Gold)
Soft white shoes embroidered with tiny rabbit patterns. They greatly improve balance and footwork, allowing the wearer to maintain stability even during sudden movements while also providing a moderate increase to agility.
Adam silently equipped each item onto Guin.
He fastened the bracelet around her wrist then draped the cloak over her shoulders in a suitable manner.
Finally, he crouched down and replaced her worn shoes with the new pair.
Guin remained completely still the entire time as her cheeks gradually turned red.
It had been quite a long time since she’s been cared for like this.
After entering the tower, she had only ever suffered endlessly in the hands of her biological father.
She lowered her head, trying to hide the smile that kept threatening to appear.
Nearby, Kurou glanced over before quietly looking away.
"Hm. In my next life, I hope I get a good father who spoils me too~"
Salvia simply chuckled softly as she wondered who the mother was.
Even Mallory’s lips curved upward ever so slightly.
Meanwhile, Adam acted as though nothing unusual had happened.
He merely checked whether everything fit properly before giving a small nod of approval.
Only then did the stream chat explode.
[Caretaker of Yellows adores this cute atmosphere.]
[CrispyDeath is contemplating on a suitable gift...]
[Labrarian has donated one Soul Core.]
[Labrarian] : I leave for a little while, and somehow Adam already has a daughter?!
[Hip10t has donated one Soul Core.]
[Hip10t] : Yep. And the mother is Cael.
[Experienced Old Knight] : Nonsense. If anyone was suitable, it would’ve been Leila... or perhaps that government worker from the lower floors.
[5th Style Sword Master] : I’d prefer the streamer’s spouse to be someone capable of matching him in power. Celestia sounds far more appropriate.
[Prankster of Kingdoms cackles and says if strength is all that matters then the streamer might as well pair him with Elaric]
[Aberrant of the Flesh says everyone is thinking too narrowly. The spouse does not have to be human]
[Forest Scarecrows agrees with the Aberrant as his thoughts lingered on the existence called "Xel’Shaar"...]
[Frog Eater is silently judging everyone.]
Adam merely glanced at the stream chat before letting out a quiet sigh.
’...These people really have too much free time.’
Without another thought, he closed the chat window.
The viewers had already wandered into another ridiculous discussion, one that would probably continue whether he paid attention or not.
Adam simply ignored them.
He crouched down once more and finished tying the laces of Guin’s new shoes before giving them one last inspection.
After making sure everything fit properly, he briefly explained what each item did.
"The cloak lowers your presence. Unless someone is deliberately looking for you, you’ll naturally become harder to notice."
He tapped the bracelet around her wrist.
"This one will protect you. It’s not enough to stop powerful attacks, but it’ll strengthen your body, improve your recovery, and make you more resistant to both physical and magical damage."
Finally, he lightly tapped the tip of her new shoes.
"Try walking around for a bit. They should make balancing easier."
Guin obediently nodded before taking a few careful steps.
At first, she stumbled slightly from the sudden increase in agility, but after a few moments, her movements gradually became smoother.
Seeing that she was adapting well, Adam finally relaxed.
He sat down on a nearby rock resting along the dirt path and quietly organized his thoughts.
The next Reflection... It would most likely be Guin’s.
Compared to the previous battles, this one worried him the most.
When he had first found Guin, she had been trapped beneath relentless attacks coming from every direction.
Yet despite that, she had survived.
She had hidden inside her barrier for days, perhaps even longer than a week.
If she hadn’t already been starving, exhausted, and nearly out of mana, Adam suspected she could have remained inside that barrier for months.
Now, If the Mother of Reflections had truly created the strongest possible version of Guin by altering every choice she could have made in the past...
Then how powerful would that barrier become?
Adam frowned slightly.
It was entirely possible that her Reflection would simply lock itself inside an almost indestructible barrier and force them into a battle of endurance.
Of course, Adam wasn’t worried about being completely unable to break through.
He was confident that, given enough time, he could eventually find a way to cut through it or bypass it altogether.
The problem was that he had no idea how long that would take before he figured out the method to do so.
"...U-um..."
Adam looked up.
Guin was quietly staring at him and she seemed unusually hesitant.
After gathering her courage, she softly spoke.
"You... really are my father, though..."
Adam raised an eyebrow.
"What makes you say that?"
Guin opened her mouth, ready to answer.
Before a single word could leave her lips—
A familiar mechanical voice echoed throughout the mountains.
[Preparation Time Has Ended.]
[The Next Reflection Is Being Selected...]
Everyone instinctively looked up.
A brief moment later—
[Chosen Reflection: Daughter of Conduit]