Chapter 73 Fulfilling the desires of those detestable humans! Boring and arrogant!
Are you envious? Are you jealous?
Do you regret it?
Sheng Yun Shen seriously considered these questions.
Envy... of course.
Jealousy? Regret?
It does not exist.
His voice remained as calm as before, showing no sign of being provoked by the deliberate provocation of "Return to Zero": "It seems your algorithm is nothing special."
Gui Ling abruptly stopped speaking: "What do you mean?"
"I thought that since you could create so many small worlds, you must have a strong understanding and control over human nature. Unfortunately, it seems that you are not so great after all."
Sheng Yunshen said calmly, his voice low but firm, "Ling Shu has never needed anyone to save her. The reason she has tolerated her parents' commotion until now is simply to find out their intentions."
Whether Li Yin comes or not will not affect her decision.
Zero fell silent.
It's actually quite powerless.
All day long, it spent its time thinking about how to provoke Sheng Yun Shen, and even researched a lot of information. But after rambling on for so long, it not only failed to achieve any effect, but was also questioned by Sheng Yun Shen.
I feel... quite wronged.
Damn it, it's not playing anymore!
Zero huffed, "Those annoying humans! Boring and arrogant!"
The system has been breached again.
Sheng Yun Shen chuckled softly, "I've spent the whole day playing with you. Now, tell me, what exactly do you want?"
Gui Ling choked: "From the very beginning, you knew I was just kidding you?!"
Sheng Yun Shen laughed again: "I didn't know before, but I know now."
Zeroing out: "..."
Did it let something slip again?
Ugh, humans are so annoying!!!
It longed to turn and leave immediately, returning to the main brain space free from deceit and treachery, to live a peaceful life without having to deal with cunning humans. Unfortunately, its final duty compelled it to suppress the urge to run away, its voice muffled.
"I really... don't understand you humans."
"She had any wish that could be fulfilled at will, and she could have anything in this world, so why did she choose to grant your wish?"
Upon hearing this, Sheng Yun Shen, who had been quite calm just moments before, seemed to skip a beat and immediately asked, "What do you mean? What do you mean by 'fulfilling my wish'?"
Inside the airplane cabin, it pulled Ling Shu into the space and asked her what kind of wish she wanted to make.
At first, Ling Shu wanted the end of the original world to happen, but unfortunately, her abilities were limited and she couldn't do it.
Then she wanted the world to be peaceful forever, but the word "forever" was far too long, and even starting from scratch was powerless to achieve it.
Finally, Ling Shu thought for a few seconds, her eyes shining like a galaxy, and solemnly made a wish.
"I hope that Sheng Yun Shen recovers his health."
Upon hearing this wish, Zero was completely taken aback: "Seriously, do you even know what making a wish means? This is your wish, why would you use it to exchange for his health?"
Ling Shu crossed her arms and said seriously, "I have thought about it carefully."
Zero: "You can wish for lots and lots of money, more money than you can spend in a lifetime!"
Ling Shu: "Heh, do you even need to make a wish?"
Zeroing out: "..."
Damn it, I can't talk to you rich people.
It pressed on: "You can wish for loving parents and a sister who cherish you like a treasure!" Ling Shu replied earnestly: "Not only do I have a mother and a sister, but I also have an older brother and sister-in-law."
The only thing missing is a father, but unfortunately, Mr. Sheng passed away a few years ago.
Gui Ling went berserk: "The Sheng family isn't your family!"
Ling Shu countered, "Does blood relation matter? Only those who truly love and care for you are called family."
My sister-in-law, Su Ruomeng, does have parents, but it would be better if she didn't.
Zero: "...If all else fails, you can wish for lots and lots of handsome men, each one with two doors, completely devoted to you!"
Ling Shu pondered: "In this world, it's not easy to find a man more handsome than Sheng Yun Shen."
Zeroing out: "..."
Damn it, she's showing off! Right? Right?
Seeing that Gui Ling was speechless, Ling Shu smiled slightly: "So, you see, my life is already so fulfilling, I have no regrets. Since Sheng Yun Shen longs to stand up again, then I will give him that wish."
Zero, in his death throes, asked, "How do you know... he longs to stand up?"
In its log, Sheng Yun Shen clearly never discussed this topic with Ling Shu!
In the space, amidst the boundless wilderness, Ling Shu stood relaxed, a warm smile on her face.
She replied, "I know it, is it that hard to understand?"
Recalling the way Ling Shu answered the question, Gui Ling felt that her figure was gradually overlapping with Sheng Yun Shen's current appearance.
Humans are clearly different from machines; they cannot communicate directly through physical means. All love and hate are hidden in organic matter, like the dark ocean, where one can deceive, disguise, and fool without leaving a trace.
However, Ling Shu understands Sheng Yun Shen.
Sheng Yunshen also understands Ling Shu.
Like two stars that can see each other.
Sheng Yun Shen was unwilling to send Ling Shu back to her original world, and could even refuse the chance to stand up again.
Ling Shu gave up everything she could hope for, except that Sheng Yun Shen could stand up again.
No wonder the mainframe spoke with a meaningful tone when assigning it the task, saying that it would be an unforgettable journey.
"Hmph, whatever."
With a touch of arrogance, it left behind its last three words, and the sound of returning to zero gradually faded into nothingness.
Sheng Yun Shen was still immersed in the shock brought by Ling Shu's wish and did not react for a long time.
He didn't even notice that the darkness that had enveloped him for three months was gradually fading away as Guiling left.
It wasn't until lightning flashed past the window again, turning his vision into a thick, brief, piercing white light, that Sheng Yun Shen snapped out of his daze, sat up abruptly, and gasped for breath.
A few seconds later, amidst the sound of thunder and rain outside the window, Sheng Yun Shen slowly lowered his head, looking at his hands with surprise and disbelief in his eyes.
He sat up...
He actually sat up again!
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"Mr. Li, shall we go in?"
Outside the villa, the assistant held an umbrella, looking at the tall man with concern.
Li Yin peered through the floor-to-ceiling window at the blurry figures inside. The figures were moving violently, seemingly arguing about something.
He said softly, "The closer I get to home, the more timid I become..."
After leaving the conference room, Mingming rushed here without stopping for a moment.
But when it came to the final step, Li Yin hesitated.
Once he takes that step, his feelings for Ling Shu will be impossible to hide any longer.
Taking a deep breath, Li Yin's gaze gradually hardened.
He slowly lifted his foot and walked towards the gate.
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"Ling Shu, we have to take you away today. Tomorrow, when we get back to Beijing, I'll go and ask Qin Hong for a divorce!"
In the living room, Ling Shu's indifferent attitude angered her father. He waved his hands, his tone arrogant and unquestionable.
Ling's mother wiped away her tears, saying, "Shu'er, what are you doing? No matter how good the Sheng family is, Sheng Yun Shen is just a vegetable. Do you really want to spend your whole life with a vegetable?"
Guan Mengxing and Shen Zui huddled in a corner. Shen Zui was furious, his hands clenched into fists, looking like he wanted to rush up and punch someone.
It was Guan Mengxing who kept holding onto him and wouldn't let go.
She whispered, "You have to trust Sister Shu, she'll handle it herself."
Ling Shu sat on the sofa, her beautiful face expressionless.
She didn't bother to answer her parents' questions at all.
Ling Xinyao, who had been fanning the flames from the sidelines, pretended to offer some advice: "Sister, the winds in Beijing have already shifted. President Li is the man who will be able to control Beijing's business circle in the future. You have his heart, why don't you cherish it?"
It's like someone who owns a mountain of gold but is unwilling to spend a single penny.
That's so enviable.
These words provoked Ling's father even more. He disregarded his dignity, rushed over, and reached out to pull Ling Shu up from the sofa: "No matter what, you must come with us today!"
Even if it means using force, he will take this disobedient and rebellious daughter away!
Ling Shu's gaze swept over the back of his neck, her eyes cold, her fingers twitching slightly.
Some disordered footsteps came from the stairs.
A pleasant and familiar male voice came coldly: "Mr. Ling, my wife is none of your business."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Ling reacted as if he had been burned, taking several steps back and looking at the stairwell in horror.
Ling's mother and Ling Xinyao were also full of surprise. Ling Xinyao's eyes were wide open, and she kept shaking her head, as if she couldn't believe what she had heard.
Sheng Yun Shen!
The speaker was Sheng Yun Shen!
How is that possible?
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Sheng Yun Shen's figure appeared at the top of the stairs.
His face was slightly pale and sickly, his hair was a little disheveled, and he was wearing soft loungewear. But none of this diminished his aura. Wherever he stood, he was the center of attention, a business tycoon who commanded respect without a hint of anger.
After descending the stairs and regaining his footing, Sheng Yun Shen looked around and finally locked his gaze on Ling Shu.
He walked towards her without hesitation.
Like moths drawn to the only candle flame, like ships returning home after a long journey finally finding their harbor.
Ling Shu looked at him and slowly stood up.
At first, Sheng Yun Shen's steps were a little unsteady. But soon, his movements became more and more steady and natural.
He walked across the living room, past several people staring blankly at him, and stood in front of Ling Shu, exchanging a smile with her.
Sheng Yunshen had so much to say to her, but now was not the right time.
After gazing at her longingly for a moment, Sheng Yun Shen turned to look at Ling's father, who was standing beside him in a daze, and his gaze instantly turned cold and sharp: "President Ling, it's late and the rain is getting heavier. You should go back."
Ling's father stared with his mouth agape, and even raised his hand to slap himself hard, his cheek quickly swelling up.
Ouch, that hurts! It's not a dream!
Sheng Yun Shen woke up! Sheng Yun Shen, who was in a vegetative state, actually woke up!
Startled and frightened, he stammered, "Mr. Sheng, you're too kind..."
At this moment, Ling's father wished he could dig a hole and bury himself in it.
Good heavens, what on earth did he do?
Sheng Yun Shen has awakened; the former emperor has returned, and the landscape of the capital is likely to change once again.
And yet, he actually forced Ling Shu to divorce Sheng Yun Shen here, and was caught red-handed.
Grabbing the hand of Ling's mother, who was equally terrified, Ling's father dared not speak again and quickly walked towards the door.
The two reached the door and realized that one person was missing.
Ling's father turned around in alarm and saw Ling Xinyao still standing there blankly, without any reaction.
He was sweating profusely with anxiety. He quickly stepped forward and forcefully grabbed Ling Xinyao's arm: "Let's go!"
It couldn't be moved.
Ling Xinyao stood rooted to the spot, her eyes glistening with tears, her voice a mixture of reluctance, sorrow, and joy: "Yun Shen! You're awake!"
She didn't know where the immense strength came from, but she shook off her father's hand and strode up to Sheng Yun Shen, gazing at him intently. "You're in trouble. Do you know how heartbroken I am? I know you must be very confused right now about why I'm not your wife, Yun Shen. I can explain it to you!"
Her reminder made Ling's father realize the truth.
Oh right, I was so scared that I forgot about that.
Before Sheng Yun Shen's car accident, his nominal fiancée was Xin Yao!
Although many, many things happened afterward, Sheng Yun Shen probably doesn't know any of it, right?
If Sheng Yun Shen is willing to accept Xin Yao again...
A fire instantly ignited in his heart, and a greedy light shone in Ling's father's eyes.
Unfortunately, his joy lasted less than three seconds before it was completely extinguished by Sheng Yun Shen's indifferent reply.
Sheng Yunshen stared at Ling Xinyao expressionlessly: "Do I need to explain? Didn't you force Ling Shu to marry in my place? Ling Xinyao, I'll give you ten seconds. Within ten seconds, disappear from my sight immediately."
Ling Xinyao's smile froze completely.
Large tears fell from her eyes, making her look pitiful, but no one present had the heart to pity her performance.
Mr. Ling was so frightened that his face turned pale. He rushed over and dragged and pulled Ling Xinyao away.
If Sheng Yun Shen says it's ten seconds, then it absolutely has to be ten seconds. Even a second later would be disastrous!
Ling's mother was also terrified. She opened the door with trembling hands and watched as Ling's father dragged Ling Xinyao out.
"Yun Shen..."
Ling Xinyao wanted to speak, but her father covered her mouth, preventing her from making any sound.
The two quickly disappeared outside the door.
Ling's mother walked last, quietly closing the door without making a loud noise.
The Ling family members, who were fleeing in panic, did not notice that the moment the door opened, Sheng Yun Shen turned his head, his gaze deep, and met the eyes of the man standing in the shadows.
The moment Li Yin heard Sheng Yun Shen appear outside the door, he immediately retreated with his assistant, silently standing in the shadows not far from the door. Through the open door, his eyes met Sheng Yun Shen's; both of them had indifferent expressions, revealing no emotion whatsoever.
Only when Ling's mother carefully closed the door did she stop the two men from staring at each other.
Immersed in fear and terror, the Ling family failed to notice Li Yin, and didn't even notice when a car had appeared. After getting into their own car, they fled in a panic.
The assistant, with a complicated expression, asked in a low voice, "Mr. Li... what should we do next?"
Li Yin stretched out his hand, feeling the dampness dripping from his palm.
I feel a little regretful.
This step that wasn't taken, perhaps, means there will never be another chance.
He withdrew his gaze, turned around, and said, "...Let's go."
Inside the room, Ling Shu noticed Sheng Yun Shen's gaze looking outside, but her position blocked the view, preventing her from seeing what was outside the door.
"What's wrong?"
She moved her feet, preparing to look out from a different angle, when the door closed, blocking her view.
Sheng Yun Shen turned to look at her, his gaze gentle: "It's nothing..."
A smile appeared on his lips, but his eyes suddenly became lifeless, and his body lost its strength, collapsing limply.
Ling Shu reacted quickly and hugged him tightly.
Sheng Yun Shen grabbed her hand: "I'm sorry, I'm still a little... not used to it."
After lying in bed for three months, I'm even finding it a little difficult to get up and walk.
He had barely mustered all his willpower to scare off the Ling family.
Fortunately, the Ling family members were easily frightened and ran away within ten seconds.
Otherwise, he'll inevitably slip up no matter what.
Ling Shu was both amused and exasperated. She helped him sit down on the sofa and reached out to tidy his slightly messy hair. "Sheng Yun Shen, how come I never realized you were such a stubborn person?"
Sheng Yun Shen raised his hand and grabbed her hand, his gaze fixed on her face, unwilling to let go for even a moment: "Now that everyone's here, I have to say a few words."
It was much more interesting for him to personally appear and scare the Ling family away than to be knocked unconscious by Ling Shu.
"Don't worry, they'll never have the chance to appear in front of you again."
After being forced into marriage, Ling Shu had no further connection with the Ling family.
Even if the Ling family goes bankrupt, what does that have to do with Ling Shu?
Ling Shu readily nodded: "Okay."
It's so nice to have someone to help take care of things.
She grasped Sheng Yun Shen's hand in return, preparing to ask him in detail how he had woken up, when two weak coughs suddenly came from the side.
Ling Shu shut her mouth and turned to look at the two "Hum and Ha Generals" who were huddled in the corner, looking slightly flustered.
Guan Mengxing and Shen Zui have stopped humming and laughing. They huddled together pitifully and helplessly, their faces saying, "We don't know what to do. Maybe we should cough, otherwise it will be even more awkward."
Oh, right, there are those two too.
Ling Shu turned her gaze back to Sheng Yunshen and said, "Let's go to the room and talk."
Otherwise, the two main characters would be embarrassed.
Lost in a daze: "?"
What does it mean to have made an agreement? Is it a one-sided agreement?
Before he could even respond, Guan Mengxing grabbed his arm and pulled him toward the door.
Soon, Guan Mengxing disappeared outside the door, completely absorbed in the moment.
The caregivers, Xiao Jia and Xiao Yi, had already gone back to their rooms to rest, leaving only Ling Shu and Sheng Yun Shen in the large living room.
Sheng Yunshen lay on the sofa, while Ling Shu looked down at him from above.
For some reason, after the room fell silent, the scene suddenly took on a touch of ambiguity and allure.
Looking at the vibrant and beautiful Ling Shu before him, Sheng Yunshen's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and he subconsciously called out to her, "...Ling Shu."
God knows how long he had longed for this call in his heart.
Finally, he could call her name with his real voice.
Ling Shu tilted her head mischievously and asked curiously, "By the way, you actually came straight at me just now. I thought you hadn't seen what I looked like before and it would take you a while to recognize me."
Despite having "spent" with Sheng Yun Shen for so long, he has yet to actually see her in person.
But just now he came towards her without hesitation.
This surprised Ling Shu.
Sheng Yun Shen raised his hand, his slender fingertips gently smoothing her stray hairs: "Ling Shu, I've felt your face with my hands, do you remember?"
His gaze was filled with tenderness and longing as he traced her features inch by inch. "Although I have never met you, your face is already deeply engraved in my soul."
"ah."
Ling Shu remembered.
The day after Sheng Yunshen's disguise was exposed, he said he wanted to "see" what she looked like.
At that moment, Ling Shu raised his hand and gently stroked her cheek.
Unexpectedly, after that incident, Sheng Yun Shen actually remembered what she looked like.
After waking up, he was able to recognize her at a glance.
This person is really something...
Ling Shu looked away and coughed lightly: "How are you feeling? Is there anything else that's bothering you?"
Sheng Yunshen smiled and shook his head: "No, it's fine."
He paused, as if a flash of lightning had struck his mind, and his eyes suddenly lit up.
"……I see."
I see.
He understood.
"ah?"
Ling Shu couldn't keep up with his pace and looked completely puzzled.
Sheng Yun Shen chuckled twice, then shook his head helplessly, as if laughing at his own foolishness: "So that's how it is, Ling Shu. You were so reluctant to part with me today because you really couldn't bear to leave me in this vegetative state, right?"
No wonder Ling Shu showed reluctance to part with him from the moment they boarded the plane.
No wonder Gui Ling said that Ling Shu's choice was "to fulfill his wishes".
From the very beginning, Ling Shu liked him even when he was in a vegetative state.
She once said that men are cuter when they can't talk or move.
Sheng Yun Shen had no doubt that even if he remained in a vegetative state for the rest of his life, Ling Shu would never abandon him.
His wish was always to regain his health... not Ling Shu's.
But Ling Shu ultimately chose to grant his wish.
Even though she clearly liked him the most when he was in a vegetative state.
Sheng Yunshen smiled with relief, his eyes slightly hot.
He reached out and gently embraced Ling Shu in front of him.
"Ling Shu, thank you... thank you for saving me, thank you for fulfilling my wishes, thank you... for your favoritism towards me."
From beginning to end, he was favored by Ling Shu.
Suddenly being hugged, Ling Shu blinked a little uncomfortably. However, the warmth from Sheng Yun Shen's palm was very comfortable, giving off a reassuring feeling.
She hugged Sheng Yun Shen back and skillfully placed his head on her shoulder: "There's no need for thanks between us. Now that you're awake, let's live well."
Their fates were intertwined from the moment the substitute bride was chosen.
It was precisely because of the Sheng family's gentleness and kindness that Ling Shu, who lacked nothing, was able to have the opportunity to stand up again.
Sheng Yunshen leaned on her shoulder, his laughter clear and bright.
"Okay, let's live well together."
In the warm light, the two embraced.
Outside the window, the rain poured down, shrouding the world in darkness. The sound of the rain was loud and clear, but it couldn't shake the warmth and tranquility inside the house.
After a while, Ling Shu suddenly remembered something and raised her eyebrows thoughtfully: "By the way, it's time to tell Ling Xinyao the truth."
"Um?"
Sheng Yunshen asked curiously, "The truth? What truth?"
Ling Shu smiled knowingly: "Of course, it's the truth about her background."
"Have I been keeping quiet about what Ling Xinyao's ending was like in the original book?"
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