The Villain’s Cheat Code: When a Gamer Becomes the Evil God’s Sidekick

While Cocotte was still in a daze, Viktor picked up the handgun that Lia had just used and examined it carefully.

A panel suddenly appeared before him.

[New Weapon Discovered——]

[Please Name It]

Viktor raised his hand, scrutinizing the weapon, and asked Lia beside him, "Does this thing have a name?"

Lia placed one hand on her hip, spreading the other with a helpless expression. "How could I dare name it without the master's permission?"

At that moment, Viktor raised his arm, aiming the gun at a target. Green natural energy began to gather around the gun, drawing light from its surroundings and concentrating it in the eyes of the engraved eagle.

As the light flickered across the gun's body, a slight tremor ran through his arm.

Bang!

A luminous bullet tore through the air, unleashing terrifying natural energy as it surged forward with immense force. The surrounding air erupted into a gust of wind, scattering dust everywhere. Viktor could even feel the overwhelming pressure transmitted from the gun to his arm.

The wooden target shattered completely under the devastating attack, splintering into tiny fragments, some even reduced to blackened charcoal.

Cocotte, watching from the side, was utterly stunned, her mouth agape in disbelief.

This... this thing could even be mass-produced!?

As the dust settled, the gun's barrel glowed red, with wisps of white steam rising from it. Fortunately, the craftsmanship of the family's artisans had held up, and the gun remained intact.

Viktor spoke, "Let’s call it [Windhawk]."

A peculiar panel floated in the air.

[Weapon Type Unlocked——Firearms]

[Windhawk]

[Effect: Base Damage: 100, Ammo: 6/6, Shooting Interval: 0.2 seconds, Effective Range: 200 yards, Fastest Reload Time: 1 second]

[Skill: Arcane Arrow——You can consume mana to enhance base damage and charge shots while firing. The charge can consume all ammo, increasing bullet size by 600%—6000% and extending attack range to 600—6000 yards.]

[New Sub-Class Unlocked——Gunslinger]

[You can freely gift this weapon. The recipient will gain a new sub-class——Gunslinger.]

The Gunslinger class was a new profession introduced in the third chapter of the game.

In the game's storyline, after the deaths of two princes, the Reiser family, who supported the Crown Prince, faced total annihilation. The family's secret weapon, developed with the help of elves, was exposed.

The royal family took over the production of these special weapons, refining them further until firearms became available for players to use.

By the third chapter, players could choose to switch to the Gunslinger class or equip firearms as a secondary profession.

Unlike a main profession, a secondary profession couldn't upgrade skills or replace the primary class. It also came with stricter attribute limitations.

In any case, after the total destruction of the Reiser family, their invention made a significant contribution to the empire.

Now, Viktor hadn't expected to introduce this profession ahead of its time.

He casually set down the firearm and asked Lia, "Can we manufacture the magic cannon that Helnersen brought back earlier?"@@novelbin@@

Lia spread her hands. "Previously, we couldn’t. After all, we only had one elf to provide natural energy."

"But now..."

Her gaze fell on Cocotte, scanning her up and down like she was a treasure trove, her eyes gleaming.

Cocotte shivered, growing even more apprehensive.

...

A while later, the three left the workshop and ventured deeper into the forest.

Following Lia's lead, they arrived at a luxurious courtyard surrounded by beastfolk guards. Upon seeing Lia, the guards saluted her in unison.

She glanced around but didn’t see the familiar figure she was looking for. She turned to the guards and asked, "Where’s Leon? Why isn’t she here?"

The beastfolk guards exchanged glances before explaining, "Miss Lia, Lady Leon had an argument with Lexi and isn’t in a good mood."

Lia was puzzled. Leon, who rarely interacted with others, had argued with another elf?

Cocotte, floating idly nearby, blinked upon hearing Leon’s name. "Leon? Who’s that? Your sister?"

Lia nodded. "Something like that."

After responding, she continued forward, with Viktor and Cocotte following behind.

"Come inside."

The three entered the courtyard, surrounded by lush flowers and towering ancient trees. The thick natural energy in the air brought a sense of comfort that relaxed their entire bodies.

Lia turned to Cocotte and said, "Weren’t you curious about where we sent your clanswoman, Lexi?"

Cocotte froze, confused.

Lia led her to a corner and pointed ahead. "See for yourself."

An elf lay on a rocking chair, dressed lightly, swaying back and forth under the sunlight filtering through the dense leaves. In front of her was a clear pool, with several maids massaging her.

The scene was idyllic.

Cocotte stared, dumbfounded. She pointed at Lexi, then slowly turned to Viktor with an incredulous expression. "She... me???"

Lia even took the initiative to greet her. "Yo, Lexi."

Lexi raised her delicate face, her bright eyes lighting up as she smiled sweetly at Lia. "Miss Lia!"

The surrounding maids bowed slightly to Lia, who nodded gently in acknowledgment, signaling them to leave.

Lexi jumped off the rocking chair, her petite figure exuding the unique charm of an elf.

"How are you feeling?"

"Life here is so good, I don’t miss home!"

Yay!

The two high-fived, leaving Cocotte utterly bewildered.

"What... is this?"

"The Reiser family's energy extraction method," Viktor explained blandly. "They keep elves happy to harvest their natural energy as a resource."

"But you don’t need that."

"Huh?"

Cocotte was already powerful enough to generate natural energy without relying on emotions. She could directly draw from nature if she wished.

Hearing this, Cocotte’s heart sank. She had come first, yet why was her treatment so much worse than her clanswoman’s? And the later arrival was her clanswoman, no less.

Both were elves. How could the disparity be so vast?

Lexi noticed Cocotte and waved cheerfully. "Your Majesty!"

"..."

Cocotte remained silent. At this moment, she didn’t want to say a word.

"What's wrong with her?" Lexi asked Lia, puzzled.

Lia smiled and replied, "Nothing. By the way, have you produced today's quota?"

Lexi blushed, fidgeting shyly. "Miss Lia, please... wait a moment."

She quickly retreated into her room. Curious, Cocotte wondered how Lexi produced natural energy.

Soon, Lexi emerged, her clothes slightly disheveled, her face flushed. She held a transparent bottle containing a fragrant liquid that was soothing to the senses.

"This is today’s... energy," she said shyly, handing the bottle to Lia.

Lia took it with a smile. "Not bad, not bad."

Lexi tidied her clothes, nodded bashfully, and returned to her room.

Shaking the bottle in front of Cocotte, Lia asked, "Can you produce energy as concentrated as this?"

Cocotte: "..."

So tiring. Maybe I should just go back to being a queen.

Lia stowed the bottle away and continued, "Of course, I won’t force you. It’s just that we have so few elves here."

Sighing dramatically, she added, "If only we had more elves, we wouldn’t have to trouble our esteemed Elven Queen to work."

Cocotte sat cross-legged on a cloud, eyes closed. "I understand, but I can’t do it. I can’t lure my people to interact with humans."

Lia calmly observed her, smiling faintly.

Cocotte opened her eyes and solemnly declared, "Besides, I haven’t returned to the Elven Forest in a long time. Without my authority, they won’t listen to me."

Lia’s smile deepened, her expression tinged with mischief. "Oh? But if they wanted to interact with us, you wouldn’t stop them, right?"

Cocotte replied coolly, "Elves are born the freest race. Even a queen has no right to interfere with their choices."

"Excellent. That’s all I needed to hear," Lia said, grinning.

Before Cocotte could grasp Lia’s intentions, a broad hand rested on her shoulder.

She turned to meet Viktor’s gaze.

In his eyes, she saw three distinct, powerful energies emanating simultaneously. His cold voice carried an undeniable authority that made her instinctively want to submit.

"I will ensure you remain the Elven Queen."

"In a way you’re willing to accept."

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