Idczhen
this is a rather relaxed novel, there's been little action so far, despite what the genre usually indicates, have you read any of the popular VR stories? they always start with a lot of action, and usually never stop. This would go to a more slice of life story because you seem more focused on exploring the NPCs and the world building, wihtout enough action to make it easy to digest. try adding more action if possible (and if you want)
There will be actions. It’s just that the MC is currently setting the stage and maximizing his profits first before making a move. And I know most popular VR novel has lots of action but they tend to focus so much on it that the plot and character seemed one dimensional. I want to write a VR novel that don’t just have action where the MC goes in and finish this dungeon or killing that monsters (rinse and repeat). I want to write a more goal-oriented MC where he does things for a reason and letting the readers explore his thought and every scheme step by step.