Pain Immunity: Worried the Villains Aren’t Twisted Enough-Chapter 17: Dare to refuse me? When she distributes, you two will get nothing

【: W
cao! W
cao! No way, you're still arguing at a time like this? A wise man knows when to yield.】
【: I'm wondering, is there a possibility that this guy is actually a masochist who really wants to get into that jar of bugs and experience it?】
【: Stop talking. I'm gonna throw up.】
【: The Game Host has already made it clear that they want to screw you over, and you're still refusing to cooperate? You're literally asking to die.】
【: This isn't even arguing or negotiating anymore.】
【: I've said from the start, this guy isn't some big shot. He only passed the Initial Game and got Perfect Completion because he's mentally deranged.】
【: Letting someone like him become a top player is the real failure of this so-called Chosen’s Paradise.】
For a moment, voices roared from all directions. Everyone was eager to distance themselves, convincing themselves that the man before them wasn’t worthy of admiration—that they had simply misjudged him.
When a god falls from the altar, the noise is always louder than when he ascends.
……
【Confirm distribution method?】
A mechanical voice echoed from above, as if even the Game Host was shocked by Lu Ce’s words.
“Confirm.”
【Changes after confirmation will incur a cost.】
“Confirm!”
After two confirmations, a series of blurry numbers appeared above each participant’s head—these were the allocations determined by Lu Ce.
The lights dimmed.
Pa!
A slap echoed through the room. In the very next instant, red light flashed—the moment Lu Ce finalized the distribution, the second female player immediately slammed the rejection button in front of her.
No hesitation whatsoever.
With a cold expression, she turned to Lu Ce and said,
"Player 1, since you insist on seeking death, don't blame us."
"Someone who can't grasp the situation—no matter how strong—can't escape the fate of death."
"It's over. If you're so eager to get into that bug-filled place, well, congratulations."
Her voice was icy. With the game’s rules backing her, she no longer felt any fear. She unleashed her words at Lu Ce without restraint.
Lu Ce merely chuckled twice and turned to look at the woman.
The woman met his gaze fearlessly, staring at the blue mask—the face of the man who had instilled so much fear in her.
Soon, this devil of a man would die at her hands!
The thought gave her a twisted sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. The moment she pressed that button, the intoxicating feeling of deciding another’s fate had almost consumed her.
But as she met Lu Ce’s eyes, the smile on his mask never wavered.
"In this game, there are only two women in total."
"Compared to the other one, you're slightly better."
A bead of cold sweat formed on Player 2’s forehead.
She clearly remembered the woman who had cursed Lu Ce endlessly in the Lava Hell earlier.
Now, that woman wasn’t here… The implications were obvious.
"But she died because she was stupid."
"As for you, you're not quite as dumb, but you're far from smart. You’re just a little too full of yourself."
Player 2 glared at Lu Ce, her eyes filled with defiance. In the end, she even smirked contemptuously.
"You're about to die, and you're still clinging to your pride? Does it even matter?"
Then, she turned to the other players and spoke,
"Everyone, let's not waste time. Press the red button in front of you to vote no."
"Consider it payback—for our broken legs and the extortion."
There are only so many ways to stir up hatred, and Player 2 had clearly mastered them. Her words were so ridiculous that Lu Ce almost laughed.
The Hell Mode Game had forced everyone to either lose a leg or die, yet somehow, in her version of events, he had become the villain who chopped off their legs?
Player 2 didn’t care about reason. Now wasn’t the time for logic—it was about playing dirty and rallying the others.
"Player 4, in his distribution, you and I both got nothing—just a big fat zero!"
"Given your low ranking, your life was never at risk in the first place. But zero benefits? That’s unacceptable."
"As for Player 3 and Player 5, each of you only got 1 point. In my opinion, that’s not an olive branch—it’s an insult."
"Reject it! I promise that when I get to distribute, I guarantee you’ll get way more than just 1 point!"
With just a few words, Player 2 worked tirelessly to divide the group and push Lu Ce to the opposition.
Ding!
Another chime. Player 4’s choice turned red.
In just moments, Lu Ce was standing on the edge of a cliff.
But he… he was still humming a song.
"The evening breeze brushes the willows, a flute plays its final notes, beyond the sunset, more mountains rise~~~"
Player 2 ignored him. Her eyes burned with ambition.
Today was her first time participating in the Chosen’s Paradise Game.
She would personally eliminate this so-called Perfect Completion Player!
"Player 3, Player 5, stop hesitating and make your decision."
"I’ve already said, when it’s my turn to decide, the worst-case scenario is an even split. You’ll definitely get a better deal."
From start to finish, this had been Player 2’s solo performance. It was as if, in this second game, she had become the protagonist.
But just then, Lu Ce finally spoke,
"You say that if you distribute, the worst case is an even split."
"Then why not have the three of them vote you out first? Once you're dead, they can split everything among themselves. Wouldn’t they get more?"
"What exactly is your role in this?"
Player 2: !!
She was stunned. That single sentence left her speechless. After a brief pause, she stammered,
"I… Don't listen to his nonsense. I'm just saying that's the minimum."
"And no matter what, my distribution is still better for everyone than his!"
Lu Ce let out a cold laugh, not even bothering to respond. He simply continued,
"By the same logic, if splitting evenly is ideal, why should Player 4 and Player 5 keep Player 3 around? If they vote Player 3 out, they’ll get even more, won’t they?"
"And by that point, Player 5, do you really think you’ll still get anything?"
"Cause and effect are intertwined—cause is the head of effect, and effect is the tail of cause."
"If the ones before you die, think about what that means for you when your turn comes. Sometimes, the right way to plan things is to work backwards."
"You’re right about one thing—this game is a game of luck. And I just so happen to be the luckiest one here."
"Player 3, Player 5, you have no choice but to accept my distribution."
"Believe me—if Player 4 gets to distribute, your share will be exactly zero!"