Chapter 1 A Narrow Escape
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The attics in the urban village are like an airtight steamer.
The sweltering heat of midsummer was accompanied by a mixture of smells from instant noodles and self-heating hot pot.
It stuck to every inch of Su Jiaojiao's fat.
She collapsed onto the creaking old wooden bed.
The fat on my belly piled up like a small mountain
His dark skin was oily, and the acne scars on his cheeks were itchy from being soaked in sweat.
The phone screen is lit
Pinduoduo's order page is still stuck on the "Use Now, Pay Later" confirmation button.
Two more boxes of Beijing instant noodles and three boxes of Simida self-heating hot pot.
This is all the food she has for the month.
swipe your finger across the screen
The pop-up balance notification stung her eyes.
I only have 3.21 yuan left in my WeChat Wallet.
There are exactly ten days left until the next government subsidy distribution.
"Ding-dong"
A pop-up message on a social media app broke the silence.
Su Jiaojiao laboriously turned to the side
Chubby fingers swipe across the screen.
It was sent by the online boyfriend she had mustered the courage to strike up a conversation with yesterday.
Only a cold, impersonal sentence
Attached is a screenshot.
That was the only screenshot of a voice message on her WeChat Moments where her face wasn't shown.
Below followed a group of sarcastic comments:
"How dare such an ugly fat pig send voice messages?"
What's the use of a nice voice? Can your face make you eat?
"A 300-pound black charcoal, is it probably a man in disguise?"
"Disgusting"
"I suggest you delete the account as soon as possible, so you don't pollute everyone's eyes."
Online dating? Dream on!
Below the screenshot, the message from the online dating partner seemed frozen solid:
"Su Jiaojiao, I initially thought your voice was quite sweet."
I never expected him to be this kind of person. Don't contact him again.
It felt like my heart was being gripped tightly by an invisible hand.
The feeling of suffocation instantly overwhelmed Su Jiaojiao
She sat up abruptly, her breasts jiggling.
A dull pain was drawn out.
She was an orphan.
Growing up in an orphanage, he was obese and had dark skin.
Always the object of ridicule
Although the headmistress was gentle
But it was always when she secretly hid and cried...
He sighed and said
"It would be better if Jiaojiao were a little thinner and fairer."
Finally, I've grown up and moved out.
I rented this attic for 300 yuan a month.
The walls are peeling and leaky in summer and drafty in winter.
Relying on distributing flyers
I barely make ends meet with odd jobs as a customer service representative and a monthly government subsidy of 800 yuan.
My only solace is this body of mine.
A voice blessed by God—
It's tingling, sweet, and soft, like a marshmallow soaked in honey.
She speaks with an irresistible charm
Even a phone call to customer service can soften the tone of an agitated customer.
She thought
At least the sound brought her a little warmth.
But reality dealt her the cruelest blow.
Mockery and contempt surged from the phone screen like a tidal wave.
It burrowed into her ear and pierced her heart.
She remembered going to the supermarket to buy discounted bread during the day.
The cashier was whispering to the stock clerk next to her.
The look of disgust on his lips;
I remember when the landlord was demanding rent, he would scratch at the paint on the wall with his fingernails.
He said impatiently, "Don't let your size break my floor."
When she was working in customer service, her colleagues never invited her to meals.
During lunch break, I'd rather squeeze into the cramped break room than share a workstation with her...
Living seems to have no meaning.
…
Su Jiaojiao slowly climbed out of bed
Obesity makes even this simple movement extremely difficult.
The knees made a creaking sound as they couldn't bear the weight.
She walked to the only window in the attic and pushed open the creaking wooden door.
Outside were narrow alleyways, with sewage flowing everywhere.
Plastic bags and takeout boxes floated on the puddles.
The neon lights of distant skyscrapers are visible through layers of low-rise houses.
It's as far away as another world.
She climbed onto the windowsill, the cold cement digging painfully into her skin.
Just leap forward
All the pain and mockery will then come to an end.
A gust of wind blew into the attic, ruffling her dry, frizzy black hair.
It also stirred up tears in the corners of her eyes.
"That's fine then..."
She closed her eyes, leaned forward slightly, and a feeling of weightlessness began to spread.
Just then
A soft, adorable, and childlike voice suddenly echoed in her mind:
"Honey, please don't do anything rash!"
Bound to the [Divine Beauty System]
Collect love points to become beautiful, rich, and reach the pinnacle of life!
Su Jiaojiao was suddenly stunned, her body stiffening on the spot.
"Who? Who's speaking?"
She looked around in terror; the attic was empty.
She was alone.
The rat in the corner was startled by her movement and scurried into its hole.
A rustling sound was left behind.
"I'm here!"
That soft, cute voice rang out again, tinged with a hint of grievance.
"I am your personal system, Tuanzi, here to help the host turn the tables!"
Look~
As soon as he finished speaking
A semi-transparent pink panel suddenly appeared in front of Su Jiaojiao.
It says in a cute cartoon font:
[Host: Su Jiaojiao]
Age: 22
[Appearance Level: Level 1 (300 catties, dark skin, face full of acne scars, overweight)]
[Body measurements: Height 158cm, Weight 300 jin (150kg), Waist circumference 180cm, Leg length 80cm, Arm circumference 50cm]
[Skin condition: dull, acne-prone, large pores, and excessive oil secretion]
Hair condition: Dry, frizzy, damaged, and dull in color.
[Talent/Skill: None (Voice talent not activated)]
【Love Points: 10 (New Player Gift Pack)】
[Currently redeemable reward: Basic skin improvement (requires 10 Love Points)]
[System Task: Collect Love Points to unlock the level 10 Beauty Limit, max-level Talent Skills, billions in wealth, and special physique!]
Su Jiaojiao's eyes widened as she stared at the pink panel in front of her. Her finger instinctively reached out, but it passed right through the panel.
My fingertips only touched a patch of cold air.
"What...what is this? Is it an illusion?"
Her voice was choked with sobs; this was the only variable in her despair.
But she couldn't believe it.
"It's not a hallucination!"
The system dumpling's voice, puffed out cheeks, argued in a childish, innocent tone.
"Honey, I am real!"
You just need to collect positive emotions from others, such as liking, admiration, and infatuation.
You can gain affection points
For ordinary people, favorability is rated on a scale of 1 to 5. The higher the attractiveness and the more prestigious the status, the greater the favorability.
The higher the affection value given, the better!
Love points can be exchanged for an increase in appearance.
Skin improvement, body shaping, talents and skills, and also money and a house.
All payments are processed through official channels, and there will be absolutely no suspicion!
"Become more beautiful? Become richer?"
Su Jiaojiao's heart skipped a beat.
It was like a dry well that had been dormant for many years suddenly being filled with fresh water.
This was her dream since she was a child!
She often stared blankly at the beautiful girls in magazines late at night.
I fantasize about wearing those pretty little dresses.
Her skin was fair and smooth, and her hair was soft and shiny.
No one will give you a disapproving look when you walk down the street.
She looked down at her thick arms.
Then I touched the uneven acne scars on my face.
The rough texture made her nose sting, and tears welled up again.
This time, however, the tears were filled with burning hope.
"Really... really okay?"
Her voice choked with emotion, tinged with disbelief.
I fear this is just a beautiful dream before I die.
"Of course it's true!"
The system dumpling's voice turned cheerful, and it even hummed a little tune.
"My dear host, you have a heavenly voice, that's your greatest advantage!"
You currently have 10 points of newbie affection.
How about trying out the 'Basic Skin Improvement' skin treatment?
The results are immediate!
Su Jiaojiao looked at the "Basic Skin Improvement" option on the panel.
I bit my chapped lips
Let's try anything, even if it seems hopeless!
Anyway, she had nothing left to lose.
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