I Have a Five-star Seaside Hotel

Sure enough, as Xiaoxiao's singing began, the previously wildly spinning swing gradually slowed down and stabilized.

Gradually, the songs "Farewell Comrade" and "Eighteen Bends" infected the other accompanying staff, and more and more people started singing.

Being high up, the wind was strong and made their throats dry, and with the occasional screams mixed in, the singing was as unpleasant as it could be, but everyone sang with great joy.

After a high-altitude concert, Xiaoxiao and the others sat on the swing seats, still feeling like they hadn't had enough.

"Wizard, congratulations on calming Poseidon's wrath and obtaining Poseidon's Trident. We wish you a pleasant journey in your upcoming adventures."

The amusement park employee enthusiastically handed over a mermaid card in sea blue.

The background of the card was the most beautiful among the three major theme parks.

Under the moonlight, the mermaid's tail was submerged in the sea, her hands clasped in prayer, softly singing.

In the center of the card was an image of Poseidon's Trident.

"We've calmed Poseidon's wrath, now let's see what's next."

Xiaoxiao stood up contentedly, carefully putting the card away to avoid bending it.

As he scanned Romantic Mermaid City, a mysterious little shop on the street caught his attention.

"Respected Wizard, what would you like to buy?"

In a dark, shell-like little house, a girl in a deep blue robe with purple lipstick spoke in a hoarse, mysterious voice.

Above the shop hung a sign that read: "The Siren's Little Shop."

To fit the park's theme, a half-fish tail hung on the right side of the shop.

"We have mermaid wigs, mermaid shell bras, mermaid scale vests, and even mermaid gramophones!!"

"Absolutely essential for cosplay and cross-dressing, one-of-a-kind top picks!"

"And various mermaid treasures and blind boxes, we have everything you want!"

Xiaoxiao looked at the amusement park employee with a blank expression.

This hotel boss really has no sense of decency.

Not only did he make such a cute girl play the role of an underwater witch, but he also gave her purple lipstick!

Watching this adorable girl seriously play the role of an evil, greedy, mermaid-persecuting siren according to the script,

Xiaoxiao didn't know whether to feel sorry for the girl or admire her professionalism.

He swallowed hard, his eyes skipping over the most eye-catching shell bra in the shop window, and asked:

"Do you have water here?"

Water?

The purple-lipstick siren was momentarily stunned, then quickly nodded, "Yes, yes, let me get it for you."

With that, the purple-lipstick siren employee ran to the fridge, opened the door, and pulled out a bottle of something black and ran back.

"Sir, this is our Romantic Mermaid City specialty drink, 'Witch's Secret Potion,' 88 yuan a bottle. Give it a try."

Xiaoxiao stared at the black, sticky liquid that looked like squid ink, feeling a bit dazed.

Can this... be drunk??

The color alone looks murkier than the water in Flame Knight City's deep lake slide.

With a sense of curiosity, Xiaoxiao softly asked, "Is this 'Witch's Secret Potion' made from squid ink?"

"No, sir, it's kelp juice!" The purple-lipstick employee shook her head, speaking seriously.

Kelp juice?!!!

Xiaoxiao felt a toothache just looking at the mysterious substance.

This hotel boss really has some wild ideas. It's the first time I've heard of kelp being juiced and sold as a drink.

The live stream audience was also stunned by this black concoction.

"Wow! The magic potion I didn't see in Wizard City, I finally see it in Mermaid City."

"This kelp juice's color reminds me of the green, thick potions witches brew in their cauldrons."

"Exactly, me too!"

"But why is this kelp juice so different from the kelp soup I've had in restaurants?!"

"The kelp soup I've had in restaurants is always clear and light, why is this one so dark?!"

At this moment, Xiaoxiao and the live stream audience shared the same soul-crushing question.

The purple-lipstick siren employee enthusiastically explained, "Wizard, this kelp juice is different from the soups outside."

"The raw materials are specially selected by our boss and head chef: brown kelp from Nanjiang's Little Vest Island. It has thick leaves, high viscosity, and is highly nutritious."

"This freshly squeezed kelp juice retains the original kelp's mucus while removing the fishy taste. It has a unique flavor!"

"You've come all this way, it would be a shame not to try it!"

The purple-lipstick siren employee diligently promoted the product, speaking very seriously, but with her purple lipstick makeup, it all felt like some kind of evil marketing.

Xiaoxiao glanced at the medical room within 10 meters, then at the restroom not far away, and finally touched the pack of tissues in his pocket.

Triple protection, full of security.

There's something that, if you drink it, you'll regret it for life, but if you don't drink it, you'll also regret it for life.

Screw it, I'm buying it!

"One bottle, please." Xiaoxiao pulled out his phone and scanned the payment QR code with great enthusiasm, easily obtaining a bottle of kelp juice.

"Streamer, you're too brave, you dare to drink this...!~!"

"Streamer 666~!!"

Xiaoxiao looked down and saw that his bold move had earned him a wave of praise from the live stream audience, with small gifts pouring in.

"Thank you 'Rampage' for the Peach Blossom Sword! Thank you, thank you."

"Thank you 'Sit and Wait' for the Peach Blossom Island!! Sincerely thank you."

"Thank you 'Lier' my dear for the Peach Blossom Heart, love you!"

"Thank you 'Voxetine' for the Peach Blossom Cake, heart you."

"Thank you 'Sui Gui Chi Shang Gui' for the Peach Blossom Boat, hug hug~~"

"I'll take a sip first to pave the way for everyone."

Xiaoxiao pulled out the bottle stopper, and instantly, a strong kelp smell wafted out.

He took a sip,

It was so sticky it clung to his throat, like swallowing a glob of glue, stuck halfway, hard to chew,

This was the most despair-inducing drink he had ever tasted in his life!

"Looking at the streamer's expression... it seems painful!"

"Honestly, after seeing his expression, I actually became a bit curious about this Witch's Secret Potion. I want to try how bad it really is."

"Wow! Can he even swallow that sip? I've been staring for a long time."

"Wow, I feel choked up just watching him."

Finally, after much effort, Xiaoxiao managed to swallow the mouthful of kelp juice. Just as he was about to curse, his eyebrows suddenly raised!

"Although the initial taste of this kelp juice is average, the middle and aftertaste are amazing!"

"At first, it's very sticky, but if you savor it carefully, the juice is actually quite smooth."

"Now I feel a cool sensation in my throat and esophagus, like a layer of ointment has been applied, very soothing and comfortable."

"Everyone should give it a try!"

Xiaoxiao spoke with great surprise.

"Really?"

"Are you hallucinating because of the 88 yuan price tag?!"

"How can this thing taste good??"

"Middle and aftertaste, initial taste... are you drinking perfume or what!!"

"He's really brave... someone actually dared to drink this." Not only was the live stream audience shocked, but even the purple-lipstick siren employee was wide-eyed, staring at Xiaoxiao in disbelief.

When the "Witch's Secret Potion" was developed, apart from Brother Johnny and Brother Lang, not a single hotel employee dared to take a sip.

Even the boss himself found it unbearable and never tried it, deliberately pricing it at 88 yuan—clearly not intending to sell it.

But who would have thought not only would someone buy it, but they'd also say it tastes good!

Yikes...

Meanwhile, Xiaoxiao, completely unaware of the purple-lipstick siren employee's astonished expression, carried the bottle and headed to the next game project center.

"The Siren's Potion."

"A poisonous potion brewed by the sea monster. Although drinking it grants mermaids human legs, they can never return to the sea."

"To permanently banish the mermaids, the siren has decided to pour the potion into the sea, sealing their return."

"Fortunately, a brave traveler managed to seize the potion in time, but was discovered by the siren during the escape."

"Please do your best to escape the siren's grasp and bring the potion out of the sea."

So... this level is a drifting chase, right?

Xiaoxiao put on the disposable raincoat provided by the amusement park, carefully buttoned it up, and made sure the rain pants fully covered the edges of his rain boots to prevent water from getting in.

Then he stepped into the round inflatable boat, chose a seat, fastened his seatbelt, and even put on a life jacket.

He looked like a round, simple and honest ball~

After confirming his safety, Xiaoxiao reached out and paddled the water flowing under the boat.

This is more like it!

After all, it's a mermaid city. If there weren't any large water projects, how could it be fun?!

Although there are many water slide attractions and other water gun and rafting activities along the way in Mermaid City,most of them are just colorful bubble pools, water slides, and water rides—suitable for large groups to have fun and pass the time, essentially no different from a big bubble bath.

In contrast, this rafting experience is much more exciting.

The raft he is on now is quite large. Even with 10 people aboard, there is still plenty of space, and it doesn't feel crowded at all. In the center of the boat, there's a railing wrapped with rubber strips to help passengers maintain balance.

Speaking of balance, Xiaoxiao sneakily glanced at the two big guys sitting across from him.

They're so solid!

As soon as these two got on the boat, it instantly tilted like a seesaw, one side almost sinking into the water while the other side rose high.

Xiaoxiao felt like he was almost lifted into the sky.

"Brother Dun, maybe you should sit on the other side. If you and Brother Fish sit together, the boat might capsize."

The amusement park security employee couldn't stand it anymore and tried to persuade them.

"Brother Dun? That's a fitting name!" Xiaoxiao couldn't help but take another look at "Brother Dun."

This "Brother Dun" was chubby and pale, with a thick neck. When he smiled, he looked like the Maitreya Buddha, clearly a good-natured and easygoing guy.

But Xiaoxiao wasn't sure if it was his imagination,

When "Brother Dun" reached out to hold the central railing, he faintly caught a whiff of green onion.

"Why should I move? We're both fat, why don't you make him move!"

"Brother Dun" wasn't having it and snorted coldly.

There were only two fat guys present, and although "Brother Dun" didn't name names, Xiaoxiao naturally turned his gaze to the other black, chubby guy.

Compared to "Brother Dun," this "Brother Fish" didn't seem as easy to get along with.

With just a glance, Xiaoxiao felt an invisible pressure, as if one angry stomp from this guy could send him flying into the river.

"Hmph!"

"Brother Fish" snorted, "Can't even extract a few ounces of oil from all that fat, but sure knows how to weigh down a boat."

With that, "Brother Fish" stood up gracefully, took a big step, and moved to the seat next to Xiaoxiao.

Instantly, a faint fishy smell wafted over from "Brother Fish."

Xiaoxiao sniffed and suddenly felt a bit hungry.

I feel like eating some sashimi with wasabi.

Or maybe some scallion sea cucumber...

While Xiaoxiao was daydreaming about the menu, the amusement park security employee carefully fastened everyone's seatbelts and checked their life jackets. Then he turned and gave a thumbs-up to the employee in the control room.

"Dear passengers, our journey is about to begin. Due to the rapid water flow, please remain seated and keep your seatbelts fastened. Thank you for your cooperation."

A mechanical female voice came from the nearby speaker.

As soon as the voice finished, the boat seemed to loosen its restraints and began drifting forward with the current.

"Wow! The current is pretty strong!"

Xiaoxiao tightly gripped the safety bar as the boat spun in circles, drifting downstream.

Unlike the swing ride he had just experienced, this rafting adventure had no fixed trajectory, no motor, and no boatman. It relied entirely on the river's current to move forward.

Moreover, due to the uneven distribution of weight on the boat, it didn't take long before the inflatable raft started spinning wildly, one circle after another, making Xiaoxiao dizzy.

But soon, the boat climbed onto a conveyor belt leading up a slope, rushing straight upward.

"It's coming!"

Xiaoxiao perked up.

Familiar with the routine, he had already seen through these little tricks.

Although falling from this height no longer fazed Xiaoxiao, out of caution, he tightened his grip on the safety bar.

Sure enough, the next moment, as the boat reached the top of the slope, the upward incline suddenly disappeared, and the boat plummeted at a near-vertical angle, dropping 2 meters straight into the water below.

"Ahhhhhhhhh......!!!"

"The boss said this was the least scary ride!! He lied!!!"

"It's okay, not too scary, but I'm getting dizzy from all the spinning."

Listening to the accompanying staff's screams,

Xiaoxiao: [Calm] [Smiling] [Unmoved]

Only 2 meters... pfft~

Not even enough to fill my teeth.

This ride isn't that great...

Just as Xiaoxiao was sitting numbly in the boat, even yawning out of boredom, the boat, propelled by gravity and the rushing water, shot into a dark hole at an indescribable speed.