Chapter 48 Online Dating 15

Gou Si, uninterested in the game, secretly observed from YY (a voice chat platform). A short while later, Fox logged on, and the three of them jumped into a small room specifically for 33 people.

hateful!

Gou Si scratched her head, really curious to see if any explosive conversations would unfold in the private channel. Neither Luo Ying nor the fox were pushovers; if they started fighting, who knew what kind of drama would erupt? It was a shame she didn't have the authority!

After absentmindedly completing my daily tasks, I went to chat in the world chat, but as soon as I reached level 33 and closed the chat, my gaze immediately returned to YY.

The fox retreated.

The room is locked!

What shady business do these two have that they need to discuss in a locked room?

It wasn't until very late that the two people who were having a secret rendezvous in the small room came out, greeted the others, and logged off with a bang.

So what exactly happened?!

Not seeing the excitement she wanted, Gou Si Che Hua pouted and muttered, "If Lai Si has no interest in these fallen petals, I'll eat them!"

As a pure and innocent girl who has been helping her best friends with their relationship problems since elementary school, Gou Si is sharp-eyed and discerning, able to see through any ambiguity or shady dealings. While everyone else treats Fox as just an ordinary friend, she senses a subtle tension in their sometimes close and sometimes distant relationship.

No matter how big or small the scandal, nothing can escape her discerning eye.

Luo Ying, despite his skillful use of hooks and side-slides, doesn't seem to have much passion for the game Endless Return. He works hard to improve his techniques and refine his skills, but it's all just for the sake of becoming a legendary player that everyone looks up to...

Unfortunately, Lai Si couldn't see through him and even misunderstood that he was interested in the fox.

He loved him, and he loved him too, but he thought he loved him.

Getting Lai Si to see the light and defeat her online rivals and real-life friends and family won't be easy, not to mention that Lai Si seems to have a domineering older brother who's obsessed with his younger brother. Thinking of this, Gou Si shook her head, already able to imagine the difficulties that Luo Ying would face.

...

After the 33rd day ended, Lu Xuejin said, "We can do the quest later. Come on, let me take you to see the new rare beasts."

Rare beasts, as a type of pet in the endless cycle, spawn periodically across various maps. Players who wish to acquire these pets can only wait for them to lay eggs, then rely on luck through a lottery or by using a cheat engine to obtain one. These creatures, in the game's lore, are considered embodiments of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Each time they appear, the emanating spiritual energy transforms the map, drastically altering the surrounding landscape and turning it into a magnificent, ethereal realm.

...It has become a popular spot for scenic photographers.

Today, a new rare beast was released. After Lu Xuejin found the scenery in the new map, she thought of taking Yuan Ying for a walk.

[Dedication Points +1]

They're so stingy with the money.

Once the map was loaded, before the masking was enabled, it was packed with people, and the colorful special effects were dazzling. Lu Xuejin even caught a glimpse of a few abstract paintings with fluorescent colors.

[Nearby] Ice Fruit Crush: Come on over and have fun with everyone! Let's give a round of applause!

[Nearby] Do you remember: Is Lai Si Da Da also coming to draw lots? [Curious]

[Nearby] Ten Thousand Dissatisfactions: Lai Si has already tied up a rare beast. This beast's surname is Luo and its given name is Si. It has sharp teeth, is cunning and greedy, and has a green tea-like style.

[Nearby] Wonderful: I said master and apprentice (chewing) master and apprentice (chewing) how can there be such a delicious thing as master and apprentice in the world (chewing)

[Nearby] Mini Fries: It's time to show off my styling skills! Come on over!

[Nearby] Zeze: Little rare beast, don't be afraid (rubbing hands). You haven't been born yet (smirking). When you're born, never forget your father's scent! (hopeful)

[Nearby] Lili: Madam [drooling][smirking] Just come with me, let's raise little foxes together.

Lu Xuejin led Yuan Ying through the crowd to the rare beast. It was a nine-tailed fox, reclining on a brocade couch, its eyes crimson, its fur soft and lifelike, and its eyes full of affection.

Lu Xuejin asked Yuan Ying to go up and interact with her.

The nine-tailed fox followed the procedure and gently swayed its tail.

[Nearby] Lili: My lady wagged her tail at me! I knew you liked me! [Smug]

This is a necessary interaction; only players who have interacted with the player can participate in the lottery for rare animal eggs.

"I'll give you one when she lays a rare animal egg," Lu Xuejin said casually.

Yuan Ying currently only has the three divine beasts he received, no rare beasts. This fills a gap in the encyclopedia.

This clearly means that if Yuan Ying is unlucky, he'll buy it even at a high premium. Such generous gifts, from games to real life, are not the first time this has happened.

“Master, you’ve been so good to me,” the person in the wheat field said, moved. “I don’t know how to repay you.”

"Forget about repaying or not, you guys are about to have your final exams, so consider this a gift from me for your exams," Lu Xuejin said with a smile.

After the interaction, the two blocked the player Kuku from taking pictures.

Yuan Ying's photography skills have improved by leaps and bounds, from initially using unflattering angles to now possessing excellent lighting, composition, and filters. He says he has been watching some video lessons in his spare time. Lu Xuejin entrusted the photography work entirely to him, caring only about the results and not the process.

After exiting the camera, there were more than twice as many players as before, creating a bustling and lively atmosphere. Lu Xuejin glanced at the nearby channels and realized that it was Lu Tian's people who had arrived.

Among the top players and executives, the server celebrity Feng Ting Bu Zhi was prominently listed.

[Nearby] Wonderful: ...Master and apprentice (chewing) New apprentice (chewing) Old apprentice (chewing)

[Nearby] Strange: This episode is a custom-made showdown between the old and new master and disciple [laughs]

[Nearby] Lili: Fight! Fight! I want to see rivers of blood!

“Ah, it’s that the wind won’t stop.” Yuan Ying said cryptically.

Even after the wind stopped, they still wanted to interact with the rare beasts, but when they saw Lai Si and the other two, they stopped and stood face to face. To outsiders, the scene was nothing short of awkward.

[Nearby] Little Fries: Will Heaven Above and Slaughtering Heaven fight here?

[Nearby] Lili: Don't disturb Madam's rest! [Angry][Demon]

[Nearby] Young Master Hua Xin Age: Lu Tian has always advocated peace and friendship, who is spreading rumors again?

[Nearby] Mini Fries: Peaceful and Friendly

[Nearby] Do you remember: That jerk, every time I hear him talk, I want to punch him [angry]

[Nearby] Zeze: Tsk tsk, the wind has stopped but there's no movement? I was hoping to see some excitement.

[Nearby] Wonderful: What do you know? This quiet undercurrent is the best part.

This time there was no conflict. Lai Si led Luo Ying past them, and before leaving, he opened the chat interface with Feng Ting Bu Zhi.

[Private Chat] Lai Si: Wishing you a gold medal on your first try! [smile]

With broad shoulders and a curved bow slung over his back, Momoyama remained stationary, his figure turning as the camera panned.

[World] Zeze: Lutian, go check on your deputy leader! I seriously suspect Feng Ting has been possessed. He just encountered Lai Si and a certain Ying, and instead of throwing a tantrum, he just stood by and watched as the other Ying brazenly took his master away!

[World] Lili: It's terrifying to think about! Feng Ting didn't say a word just now. Could it be that a disciple used magic to possess Feng Ting and prevent him from disturbing the master and disciple's time together? My hands were shaking when I typed this.

[World] Ten Thousand Disappointments: @Zunlan @Xiaoyehuaxinnian, listen to them and treat it as a matter.

[World] Young Master's Flower Age: @Zeze @Lili I want to die?

[World]: Player Zeze has committed numerous evil deeds. Player Xiaoye Huaxin has issued a bounty on him, worth three thousand jade fragments. We hope that all immortals will work together to kill the ringleader!

[World]: Player Li Li has committed numerous evil deeds. Player Xiao Ye Hua Xin has issued a bounty on him, worth three thousand jade fragments. We hope that all immortals will work together to kill the ringleader!

[World] Ten Thousand Disappointments: Hey, Huaxin, you forgot me!

[World] Little French Fries: Lili, my half-sister, where are you? I've been looking for you for so long, and I've searched so hard for you. I'm waiting for you in Yaochi. The wind is so strong here, please come find me.

[World] Liuliumei: Young Master, you're so foolish! These two are killing each other every time, what a dirty business! I saw it with my own eyes, Young Master!

[World] Liuliumei: I was wrong, I'll never tattle again, dear sisters, please don't go, take me with you! [crying]

Lu Xuejin was completely unaware that another storm was brewing in the game. He and Yuan Ying were doing their own things in the YY room as usual.

Endless Return recently updated the fashion dyeing function, and after finishing his tasks these past few days, he has spent all his remaining time researching dyeing.

Yuan Ying typed rapidly on the keyboard. Next to the Endless Return interface was the interface of another web game. He had recently taken on several power leveling jobs, and he would play those jobs while the Endless Return was AFK.

These low-quality web games are popular among middle-aged players. Yuan Ying has experience in game boosting, so she can learn quickly and efficiently. Her bosses often repurchase her games to save them trouble, and she earned four figures in just one week.

But he no longer had to do a job and then leave it unfinished like before—Lu Xuejin frequently sent him red envelopes (cash gifts), and since he wasn't materialistic, he could never spend all the money in his WeChat account. It was just that, inexplicably, he suddenly opened the agent's contact page, wanting to earn some money himself.

What is it used for?

My gaze fell on the calendar; in two months it would be Qixi Festival, and I knew Endless Returns would have a big event update on that day.

Lu Xuejin: "Don't you have class today either? It seems like you spend all your time playing games."

The sudden question brought Yuan Ying back to her senses. Her throat tightened, and she subconsciously didn't want to reveal that she had skipped class. She answered casually, "There weren't many major courses. I finished them all last semester."

Lu Xuejin casually said "Oh," and then asked, "How much longer until your holiday?"

After Yuan Ying finished stating the date, she paused and said, "But I won't go home during the holiday. Whether I get a holiday or not doesn't really matter."

The two chatted back and forth, occasionally punctuated by the sound of drinking water and the gentle, crisp sound of a glass hitting the table, which brought Yuan Ying immense peace of mind.

An hour later, the alarm clock rang.

Yuan Ying immediately reminded him, "It's time to get up and walk around."

The dyeing process was paused. Lu Xuejin said helplessly, "Why are you even interfering? I'm the master, aren't I?"

Even so, he still stood up obediently.

[Dedication Points +2]

Yuan Ying couldn't help but laugh: "For the sake of your health, as a disciple, you should supervise your master."

After patiently waiting for Lu Xuejin to finish, he urged her to log off soon so he could go out more and not stay cooped up in his room all day.

"Wow, you rebellious student, you're the one who stays cooped up in your dorm all day!" Lu Xuejin complained.

Gu Zeyu returned home early that day, before the sun had set. Before getting out of the car, he thought he had to get his younger brother out for some exercise. Unexpectedly, Lu Xuejin was walking around in the courtyard on her own.

Gu Zeyu raised his eyebrows in surprise: "Baby, something strange has happened."

"Someone keeps urging me to come down," Lu Xuejin complained, frowning, but a smile that seemed helpless yet gentle appeared on his lips. Lush leaves brushed against his cheeks, and his fluorescent blue eyes shone brightly in the beautiful sunset, like a tranquil lake.

He approached his brother and complained, "Also, don't bother the Lin family anymore. I'm not familiar with them."

Gu Zeyu followed him into the living room, secretly raising an eyebrow. Who was the "someone" his younger brother was referring to?

He knew his younger brother was playing an MMO game, a blockbuster this year, and one of his studios had analyzed the success of Endless Return. Knowing the MMO world was a mixed bag, Gu Zeyu's special assistant helped him, constantly monitoring his young master's activities in the game and taking action to clean up any signs of malicious slander. Lu Xuejin was unaware of these behind-the-scenes actions.

However, the special assistant remained in an observational state and never took action.

"The young master has an excellent reputation. Even if a few people try to maliciously smear him, they are quickly attacked and their posts are deleted. I don't have a chance to do anything." That's how he reported.

As for the disciples who came and went around Lu Xuejin, since they didn't affect the young master's reputation and the young master showed no signs of losing his temper, he was decisive in dealing with problems. There was no need for him to intervene.

Although they do no work, they still receive extra pay.

However, recently, the assistant felt it necessary to report to the boss—he simply couldn't stand the new apprentice who had suddenly appeared. The young master didn't seem to have the same strong sense of propriety as he did with the other apprentices; he seemed to be getting a little too attached to them…

Before he could even finish his report, the boss asked about it first.

"Has Xiao Jin made any new friends in the game?"

Behind the large desk, Gu Zeyu's eyes were deep and unreadable.

The assistant reported: "Young Master recently took on a new apprentice, ID: Fallen Blossoms. Initially, he was repeatedly killed by Wind Never Stops, who was Young Master's first apprentice. To compensate him, Young Master recruited him into the guild..."

"But after he started speaking, many people questioned whether Luo Ying was using a voice changer. Coupled with the incident of Luo Ying accepting gifts, he was almost ridiculed by everyone on the forum. Young Master probably wanted to make him happy, so he took him on as his apprentice."

The assistant phrased things very tactfully, without adding any subjective judgment, leaving it entirely to the boss's opinion.

Gu Zeyu didn't care how many gifts his younger brother had given to others.

Lu Xuejin's attentiveness to Luo Ying surprised him somewhat. He knew his younger brother well; he was indeed gentle and didn't get angry easily, but that didn't mean he was open and caring towards everyone—sometimes, his brother's indiscriminate gentleness seemed heartless.

But with Luo Ying, he would pay attention to her feelings and even thoughtfully send her daily necessities.

Gu Zeyu raised his eyebrows, and his assistant, keeping his eyes downcast, handed over Luo Ying's investigation report.

The above clearly shows the reality behind the ID "Luoying".

In less than a minute, Gu Zeyu had finished scanning the past and present of the person named "Yuan Ying".

A family with hidden dangers.

Second-rate school.

Eccentric personality.

An extremely unambitious and decadent attitude towards life.

He's terrible, both in the game and in real life.

Gu Zeyu covered the report expressionlessly and instructed his assistant to continue monitoring Luo Ying and her younger brother's movements, requiring daily reports.

Baby, you can play with it.

But this kind of person doesn't deserve to stand with you.