Chu Xiang crouched by Chu Yanzheng’s corpse, contemplating how to conceal his death when he heard Chu Yuan say, “Big brother, take care of Ning Ning for me.” He looked up just in time to see Chu Yuan’s body falling against Ruan Ning, a dagger inserted in his chest—the same one the Grand Princess of Jin had used to commit suicide.
“A Yuan!” Chu Xiang cried, his vision darkening as he barely supported himself on the table.
“Congratulations to the host for completing the main line task,” the familiar female voice announced, but Ruan Ning did not respond. She was unsure of what to do. Saving Chu Yuan would only leave him guilty over his father’s death, while saving Chu Yanzheng would not bring peace.
What should she do? Ruan Ning’s tears flowed as she felt lost.
After a long wait, the system said, “Congratulations, host. After completing this task, you have been upgraded to a third-level relationship.”
You can choose to continue the strategy or return to reality, and you can also unlock the experiences in each world…”
“Return to reality?” Ruan Ning repeated blankly.
“Yes, return to reality,” the standard female voice answered cheerfully. “But my suggestion is to continue the strategy. Most people’s real lives are boring and helpless compared to a transmigrator’s world…”
“Can I take Chu Yuan back with me?” Ruan Ning asked with hope.
She wanted to save Chu Yanzheng and take Chu Yuan away. Her real world might lack noble status or luxury, but it had the freedom he desired and her love for him.
The standard female voice took a long time to reply, “The host’s request exceeds my authority. I need to submit an application to upper management before I can respond.”
“Jiao Jiao, please help me!” Ruan Ning pleaded sincerely. “Speak up for me to let me take him!”
“Host, please be patient and wait for my news,” the voice replied, showing rare emotion. “You are the most successful host I’ve brought along in the system world.”
After what felt like an eternity, the voice finally said: “Host, I’ve submitted reports, and your application has been approved. However, Chu Yuan is not a real person, and you do not resemble Ning Ruan.”
