Pet King - Chapter 658

Chapter 658: 658
Chapter 658: Going Premium


Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Zhang Zian wasn't surprised to see Pi's real name unlocked . However, the upgrade alert was a surprise .

Pi's first update occurred when the novel reached 10,000 Favorites, and it was promoted from Elite to Premier Elfin . It's second update occurred when the novel reached 50,000 Favorites . He had no idea how the upgrade criteria was determined . 　

As a matter of fact, Pi's novel was first released on Qidian, but it could be found on other websites, just slightly later . Therefore, the actual number of people reading Pi's novel could be more than 50,000 . 　　

He was glad that Pi appeared in China, a country with a large population . If it had appeared in a small country or a large country with few people, it would've taken forever for it to collect enough Strength of Faith . Pi would've disappeared before that could happen .

Clearly, upgrades became harder as the levels increased . The next upgrade might be far down the road, since a novel about pets had a limited population of readers . 　　

He didn't hesitate, and quickly clicked [Yes] . 　　

[Game Hints]: Your Molecular Monkey is being upgraded . Please wait . 　　

A short line of words appeared, then quickly disappeared . 　　

[Game Hints]: Congratulations! Your Molecular Monkey is now Premier!　　

[Game Hints]: Please keep up the good work, and collect more Strength of Faith!　　

Just like last time, Pi didn't change much in appearance .

Pi refreshed the page over and over again . It's editor had reminded them that the VIP chapter privilege was scheduled to be activated after midnight . However, the activation may not occur immediately .

A blast of firecrackers came from outside, reminding them that it was New Year's Eve . 　

Zhang Zian suddenly remembered that since Pi's real name had been unlocked, it was able to leave the pet shop . He could bring it with him today when he visited the Base for Retired Police Dogs . However, Pi was completely focused at the moment, so he'd talk to it about it later . 　

Pi wasn't the only one feeling anxious . The readers in the Book Group were also waiting for the VIP chapters to be posted . Many people had sent messages, asking when Pi was going to post new chapters . Sometimes, in order to not disturb it, Zhang Zian logged into QQ on his phone, and answered questions on Pi's behalf .

Zhang Zian couldn't respond to all of them, but he had felt their passion and support . 　

Now, it was midnight, and most people were asleep . Some of the people still online were Pi's biggest supporters . They stayed awake just so that they could subscribe to Pi on it's Premium day .

Pi was a newbie, but most of the readers in the Book Group were veterans of Qidian . They knew the importance of First Day Subscriptions, knew it directly influenced the editors' impression of the book . They supported Pi with their actions . Some even said that they'd like to reward Pi a Chief . 　　

A Chief was equivalent to 1000 RMB . It'd be enough to buy dozens of books .

Zhang Zian had been reading the comments in the group whenever he had free time . He found out that most group members were students, and the youngest ones were in elementary school . He was shocked when he found out that there were elementary school students reading Pi's novel . He tried to remember what books he read in elementary school, mainly textbooks or Manga . He didn't read other books at all .



He was aware that most students lived on their parents' allowance, very few students could work part time . Even for university students, who had more money to spend, 1000 RMB was a lot of money . It was almost enough for a month's worth of living expenses .

Beep! 　　

Someone had sent a message . 　　

Zhang Zian thought it was another person asking why the book wasn't Premium yet . It turns out, it was a popular reading list owner, Feather of the Chief Specter . 　　

He was curious, and opened the message . 　　

[Feather of the Chief Specter]: Are the VIP privileges still not active? 　　[

Zhang Zian looked at Pi, then bowed his head and typed: "Not yet . "　　

[Feather of the Chief Specter]: It should happen soon . I just wanted to remind you to ask for votes in the new VIP chapters . The first month of being Premium is important . If you can make it to the Top 3, it's like getting a free recommendation . 　　

Zhang Zian didn't know about this earlier, so he asked him to provide more details .

Afterwards, Zhang Zian understood that was it not for his reminder, he would've missed out on a free lunch . 　　

"Eek!"　　



Pi tapped Zhang Zian's knee and pointed at the screen . 　　

There was an alert on the author's home page, the VIP chapters were active . 　　

"Okay, let's figure out a plan," he whispered . 　　

They thought anxiously before uploading the VIP chapters . Then, they returned to the book's main page, and were relieved to see that everything was working fine . 　　

Pi sat in the chair, exhausted . 　　

Zhang Zian sent a message in the groupchat to inform everyone that the book had gone Premium, and that a First Day Subscription would be appreciated . He also mentioned that they should vote if they could . 　　

After the message was sent, the groupchat was suddenly buzzing again . 　　

Shortly after that, a series of alerts popped up on Pi's main page . 　　

[Corner in a Mountain Tavern] rewarded you 2000 RMB, and became a Chief of the book!

[Ancient Yue Silhouette] rewarded you 1000 RMB, and became a Chief of the book!

[Corrupted Wild Cat] rewarded you 3000 RMB, and became a Chief of the book!

[Ricky Boy] rewarded you 1000 RMB, and became a Chief of the book!

[Pug is a Cat] rewarded you 1000 RMB, and became a Chief of the book!

Zhang Zian and Pi couldn't believe their eyes, especially Zhang Zian . He thought that the people in the group were just being polite . It turned out that so many people were willing to support Pi with real money .

"Pi, look at the Subscriptions!" After all, the Subscriptions were key for the book's survival . If it had more than 3000 Subscriptions, a book could be named in Qidian's Hall of Fame, and be remembered forever . 　　

Pi opened the main page . There were already over a thousand Subscriptions . If things continued this way, entering the Hall of Fame would be very easy . 　　

"Pi, relax and go to sleep," Zhang Zian said . "I know that you care about the number of Subscriptions, but you can't keep waiting like this . You haven't been outside ever since you came to the pet shop . How about tomorrow, you go outside and play with everyone?"　　

"Eek . " Pi nodded reluctantly, then took off its glasses, and laid down in the hammock . 　

Zhang Zian turned off the lights . Pi laid down, but its eyes were still wide open, staring at the dark ceiling . It crossed its arms in front of its chest as if it was praying . Pi's pupils were glistening, full of anticipation and hope . 　　

Book of Pi was lying on the desk, the gold circle shining . 　　

Tomorrow will be a great day .