(This concept was inspired by the "color attack" meme, and has been expanded and reconstructed based on it.)
In this world, everyone is born with a black-and-white, gray-eyed vision. Only at the moment of meeting their "destined one" will their eyes burst forth with a unique "destined color," and the world will become colorful. This phenomenon is called "color strike."
Color strikes are celebrated as a preordained gift.
However, when color becomes a tool for lies, who can see the true nature of love?
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"Yay! All skills maxed out! Maxed out! Maxed out! And this too! 0090, ready to go!"
0090: [Yes, Your Highness!]
"No, that's wrong. You should say 'time travel!!!' Let's start over, start over, start over," Li Yuheng frowned and corrected him.
0090: 【…Okay!】
"Shot 1, second take. Ready...Action!"
0090 is poised to launch.
"Yay! All skills maxed out! Maxed out! Maxed out! And this too! 0090, ready to go!!"
0090 gave it her all: [It's a quick transmigration time!!!]
Li Yuheng nodded in satisfaction: "Very good, pass!"
…
The old house of the Shu family exudes a rustic and tranquil atmosphere, a result of the passage of time, and the colors here seem gentler than those outside.
However, the atmosphere in the hall was somewhat tense at that moment.
Grandpa Shu Huaijin rubbed his hands together and, for the nth time, instructed his grandson who was adjusting his cuffs: "Xiaobai, you absolutely, absolutely, absolutely must be respectful to the guardian deity! He is the righteous god that our family has worshipped for generations. You must be careful what you say, do you hear me?"
Grandma Wen Rui nodded hurriedly from the side, adding, "Yes, Xiao Bai, we can't neglect etiquette. The awakening of the Guardian Deity is the most important event for the family, you—"
Shu Bai stood there, dressed in a moon-white traditional robe.
The robe was neatly tailored with a modern design, yet it retained elements such as the cross-collar, right-hand drape, and wide sleeves. It was more like a special garment characteristic of the "color master" profession, which accentuated his upright posture and aloof and otherworldly temperament.
On his right earlobe, a small earring of an unknown material, suspended by a dark, thin cord, swayed gently with his slight nod, adding a touch of contradictory beauty that was both ascetic and rebellious.
Judging by his appearance alone, anyone would think that he must be a taciturn, otherworldly sage.
Unfortunately, the moment he opened his mouth, the atmosphere shattered completely.
"Alright, alright, Shu Huaijin, Wen Rui, you two stop nagging. I know what I'm doing. He's just a guardian deity. We've worshipped him for so many years, and the incense offerings have never stopped. What, is he going to eat me? Don't worry, we won't lose out."
His tone carried a weathered, world-weary air and a hint of impatience, like an old man who had been nagged by a younger person for too long.
Shu Huaijin nearly fainted, her hand trembling as she pointed at him: "You, you, you child! How can you talk like that! What do you mean 'just a guardian deity'?! That's the foundation of our family! It's a true god!"
Wen Rui quickly tried to soothe her husband, while also scolding Shu Bai: "Xiao Bai! You can't be so disrespectful! The Guardian God is all-powerful; he knows what you're saying with just a thought. Quickly, spit it out!"
Seeing her grandparents' alarmed expressions, Shu Bai frowned and put her hands behind her back.
“Wen Rui, those are outdated ideas. Nowadays, sincerity is key; formalism is unacceptable. How could a deity like him possibly argue with a junior like me over a few words? That would be far too narrow-minded. Don't you agree?”
Shu Huaijin & Wen Rui: "..."
The elderly couple were speechless for a moment, unsure how to refute the statement.
The child's words and actions are exactly like those of the two of them, cut from the same mold.
Especially the overwhelming "old-fashioned smell".
Little old man.
A word came to mind.
Well, this kid has been completely spoiled by them.
…
In this world where "sexual assault" is excessively mythologized, a distorted social concept has been fostered at some point.
Those who have not experienced sexual assault are stigmatized as flawed, while those who have experienced sexual assault but have broken up with their partners are seen as cursed and unlucky, suffering immense prejudice.
Because sex appeal has been given supreme significance, it has given rise to some social scum who use "fake sex appeal" to commit fraud.
They use drugs, hypnosis, or other unethical methods to create fake "sexual encounters," deceiving their targets into giving them affection and money. Once they succeed, they disappear, leaving the victims with immense psychological trauma and a world that remains black and white.
The Shu family is an extremely special existence in a world where "color strikes" are revered as the ultimate truth.
They have passed down the mantle of "color masters" for generations, not pursuing that momentary "destined color," but focusing on healing the trauma caused by color.
Whether it's the emotional turmoil and psychological trauma caused by "pseudo-sexual attacks," or the victims who were hurt by "real sexual attacks" and yearn to return to the black and white world.
The Shu family can use their unique skills to remove the colors and soothe the wounds for them.
In a sense, "color masters" are the only way out and the only antidote in this color-obsessed society.
Due to its long history and profound heritage, the Shu family is undoubtedly a leading force in this industry.
However, the reason why the Shu family has been able to stand firm is not only due to the skills accumulated over generations, but also because of a core secret known only to members of the family.
They worship a sleeping guardian deity.
According to ancient contracts, this deity will awaken when the family needs him to protect the bloodline.
It's just that it's from so long ago that everyone almost thought it was just a legend.
Until the generation of Shubai.
Shu Bai's father, Shu Wenyan, is a well-known negative example in the Shu family.
It's not that he has a bad character, but rather that he is born with a shallow affinity for "pure color" (a type of ceremonial color), and was judged by the guardian deity three times in a row in ancient family ceremonies as not being suitable for inheritance.
After the news spread, Shu Huaijin and Wen Rui were so worried that they couldn't sleep well for several days.
The family tradition must not be broken...
Therefore, the two elders placed all their hopes on the next generation and began to urge Shu Wenyan to get married and have children.
Finally, just when the two elders were about to give up, Shu Wenyan met his current wife, Xiang Yudie. The two quickly got married and had a son, Shu Bai.
The moment Shu Bai was born, the color-detecting jade passed down in the family, used to test talent, emitted an unprecedented warm and lustrous light.
At the same time, he is a rare "congenital polychromatic" person, who is born able to see all the colors in the world.
Shu Huaijin and Wen Rui held their infant grandson, tears streaming down their faces.
There's hope for a successor!
After confirming that their son was exceptionally talented and capable of taking over the family business, Shu Wenyan and Xiang Yudie felt a great weight lifted off their shoulders.
Although their world is still black, white, and gray, they still feel that the sky is bluer, the grass is greener, and the flowers are more fragrant.
Perhaps they were not destined for each other, but because of this destined son, they became "destined for each other" in another sense.
After discussing it, the couple decided to leave their toddler son, Shubai, at the old house, justifying it as "letting our son receive the most orthodox training as an heir, we can't hold him back." Then they happily went on a world tour together.
They only come back occasionally during holidays and festivals, and send more postcards and local specialties from various places than letters home.
Therefore, it can be said that Shu Bai was raised by his grandparents.
Shu Huaijin and Wen Rui channeled all their hopes for the family and their helplessness at their son's lack of ambition into the meticulous upbringing of their grandson.
From a young age, he was taught to read and write, to perceive colors, to study ancient books, and to cultivate his character.
Shu Bai lived up to expectations, possessing exceptional talent and quick learning ability. At a young age, he demonstrated astonishing skill in the art of "pure color," naturally becoming the young leader of the sect.
However, spending so many years with the elderly has inevitably influenced Shu Bai's way of speaking, making him sound somewhat older.
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