Bai Lian secretly felt disdain in her heart, but on the surface, she continued to ask, "Brother Deng Feng, do you care a lot about that man sitting over there?"
"He looks quite wealthy and handsome. I'm sure many people are chasing after him."
Hearing these words, Deng Feng felt deeply hurt and disappointed.
Was Bai Lian also a materialistic woman?
Before he could say anything, Bai Lian continued, "But... Brother Deng Feng, do you know something?"
"Lian Lian doesn't care if someone has money or not. I only care if that person can give me a sense of security."
"Brother Deng Feng..."
As she spoke, Bai Lian reached out and held Deng Feng's wrist.
The latter trembled all over, looking at Bai Lian in disbelief. He stared at the delicate and charming Bai Lian in front of him and instinctively swallowed hard. "Bai... Bai Lian..."
Bai Lian's face turned slightly red. She blinked her eyes, which were adorned with colored contact lenses, and spoke in a shy and bashful tone, "Brother Deng Feng, actually... ever since you saved me yesterday... I think I've started to like you..."
"You're very capable, upright, and kind. I... really like you."
"Can you promise to protect Lian Lian forever?"
Hearing these words of confession, Deng Feng felt as if his entire being had been elevated.
His face turned red from overwhelming excitement, and his voice trembled with nervousness. "I! I! I... I..."
"Y-you... you're serious?"
Deng Feng looked at Bai Lian in disbelief.
If this was a dream, he would still be moved even after waking up.
The next second, Bai Lian nodded again in confirmation. "Of course it's true, Brother Deng Feng. Don't you like Lian Lian?"
As she said this, Bai Lian pretended to look dejected, on the verge of shedding tears.
Deng Feng immediately gripped Bai Lian's hand tightly and exclaimed excitedly, "I like you! Of course, I like you! I-I-I'm just too happy!"
Only then did Bai Lian's expression relax, and she revealed a sweet smile. "Mhm! Then... Brother Deng Feng, during our lunch break, why don't we take a walk and chat about our families, hobbies, and such? What do you think?"
Deng Feng had already lost his appetite. The sudden surprise had left him overwhelmed, especially because Bai Lian was so adorable.
When he looked at her, it seemed as if she was surrounded by a pink aura.
He nodded repeatedly. "Okay!"
However, Deng Feng didn't notice that after he said "okay," a faint pink heart-shaped mark appeared on his forehead.
Seeing this, Bai Lian smiled with satisfaction and then led Deng Feng by the hand, walking out of the cafeteria amidst the astonished gazes of everyone around.
However... as they left, Bai Lian deliberately chose a path that would take them past Gu Yan.
As they passed by Gu Yan, Bai Lian sent him a telepathic message in an extremely malicious tone.
[Why are you here?]
Gu Yan remained calm on the surface, smiling, but his eyes subtly glanced at Deng Feng, who was being dragged away by Bai Lian with a dazed expression.
He... saw the heart-shaped mark on Deng Feng's forehead.
It was... the mark of becoming Bai Lian's love slave.
Tsk tsk, with just a little more effort from Bai Lian to deepen the mark, she could completely control Deng Feng.
Sigh, how could the successor of the Black Tortoise Gate be "taken out offline" like this...
He was supposed to be the second male lead in the original story...
Gu Yan sighed inwardly.
This was so different from the original plot...
In the original story, Bai Lian and Deng Feng had no interaction at all.
However... this also meant that the plot could be changed.
It all depended on how one went about it.
Or perhaps, ever since he arrived in this world and saved Leng Ling'er...
The gears of fate had already shifted.
Bai Lian had disguised her appearance, so Leng Ling'er didn't recognize her.
But at that moment, Leng Ling'er's "bull radar" suddenly went off. She instinctively looked at the retreating figures of Bai Lian and Deng Feng.
She muttered, "That's... the aura of a fellow master!"
She must also be a seasoned bull master!
?
Gu Yan slowly formed a question mark in his mind.
What kind of nonsense is this? What are you talking about?
Meanwhile...
A cafeteria lady at the serving window had bloodshot eyes.
She watched the students and staff eating their meals and couldn't help but lick her lips.
Eat, eat...
By tomorrow, all of you will become offerings to the Night King!
However, she didn't notice that a butterfly had quietly dissipated behind her.
......
......
After lunch.
As a high school senior and with Gu Yan's earlier promise to buy her a motorcycle once she got into university, Leng Ling'er had been working hard in her studies.
At the very least, after finishing her meal, Leng Ling'er confidently assured Gu Yan in front of several teachers that she would study hard.
Then, she quickly dragged Bai Qionglan away.
On campus.
After bidding farewell to Ge Tian and the others, Gu Yan decided to take a leisurely stroll around the campus with Old Gao.
At that moment, he was comfortably walking along a tree-lined path.
Students in uniforms continuously passed by.
The air seemed to be filled with the scent of youth.
Is this what youth feels like!
"Ah, how nostalgic... this familiar atmosphere!"
Gu Yan couldn't help but marvel at the beauty of campus life.
Old Gao, standing beside him, interjected, "Young master... back then, because of your poor academic performance, the master sent you to study in the Western Nation."
Gu Yan: "......"
I was talking about my original world!
But never mind, Old Gao wouldn't know.
Just then.
A familiar figure suddenly appeared in Gu Yan's field of vision. The person was hiding behind a tree, only revealing half of their face as they peeked in his direction.
It was impossible for Gu Yan not to notice them.
The tree, no matter how thick, couldn't hide their tall and robust figure.
Moreover, their gaze was too intense.
?
Gu Yan slowly formed a question mark in his mind.
Puzzled, he continued to stare at the person behind the tree.
The two of them locked eyes, separated by only a dozen meters.
Old Gao whispered a warning, "Young master... that person is dangerous."
Gu Yan nodded, thought for a moment, and decided to go over and greet them.
He stepped forward and approached the person. "Murong Ci... right?"
Murong Ci, still only showing half of his face, remained silent, just staring at Gu Yan.
"We met at the banquet. Do you remember?"
Murong Ci finally reacted, perhaps because Gu Yan was getting closer.
His shoulders trembled slightly, and with a *crack!*
He crushed a part of the tree with his hand, leaving a handprint.
Gu Yan maintained his smile and walked right up to Murong Ci.
Old Gao followed closely, ready to rescue the young master at any moment.
Then, Gu Yan smiled and extended his hand. "Hello, what a coincidence."
As soon as he said this.
Murong Ci shuddered, then hesitantly reached out his hand.
The moment their hands touched, Gu Yan could clearly feel Murong Ci trembling.
Finally, Murong Ci spoke, "H-hello."
After saying this.
Murong Ci immediately let go and quickly walked away, leaving Gu Yan with a bewildered expression.
It seemed as if he was afraid of Gu Yan.
?
Is there anyone in this world who's normal?
What is even going on...
Gu Yan shook his head helplessly. What's with this situation?
Social anxiety?
Does Qingqiu know her subordinate is like this?
However...
Gu Yan looked at Murong Ci's retreating figure and guessed that he was probably teamed up with Bai Lian.
Their mission was to destroy the Black Tortoise Gate.
But why didn't Murong Ci just kill Deng Feng outright?
With Murong Ci's strength, he could have assassinated Deng Feng in an instant.
Could it be that Bai Lian had said something to stop him?
Just then.
A malicious voice called out from the side, "Hey! Come here for a second!"
Gu Yan turned to look.
A JK (Japanese schoolgirl) girl stood there, her face no longer gentle but now filled with impatience, hands on her hips.
It was Bai Lian!
ine. During your journey, you save an abandoned baby girl and become her elder brother】 【You rely on each other, becoming each other's support】 【At the end of the simulation, you shield the now-grown girl with your life, sacrificing yourself to block numerous demonic cultivators. You die, and the light in the girl's eyes fades】 …… 【Second Simulation: You are transported to a world where steam and magic coexist】 【You immerse yourself in the study of magic, obsessed with its research. One day, while out, you encounter a half-blooded demon girl wandering the streets. You take her in as your student】 【You teach the demoness what it means to be human, show her the beauty of the world, and nurture her into a miracle that surpasses even the gods】 【At the end of the simulation, you die of old age in front of the nearly immortal demoness due to your mortal lifespan】 …… One simulation after another, one encounter after another. Xu Xi suddenly felt something was off: "Wait, you said you're coming to the real world to find me?"
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ial death, also known as "shè sǐ" in Chinese, generally refers to... well, never mind, it's not important. My name is Ye Cheng, and I'm about to experience social death firsthand. ... 【Host, your mission is to confess your love to the young lady of the Dongfang family, the current student council president, in a way that will be unforgettable for everyone at the freshman ceremony!】 【Host, assist the girl with a sprained ankle in front of you to reach the infirmary, and fulfill the wicked thoughts in your heart!】 【Host, act on your desires and punish the arrogant young lady before you mercilessly!】 【Host, follow your instincts—abandon shameful surrender, begging, or groveling, and ruthlessly criticize the domineering, ill-mannered young lady in front of you!】 【Host...】 Ye Cheng: "Here, here, you take this host role—I quit!" Wait, why is the girl with a sprained ankle the daughter of a mafia boss? And what kind of punishment method is this for the arrogant young lady? Also, who the heck said anything about wicked thoughts in my heart? Come out here, let’s settle this one-on-one!!! ... The haughty student council president, the scheming mafia princess, the fragile yandere young lady, the airheaded maid-in-waiting, the mixed-blood loli/...
