Chapter 030: “Let me show off!” (02/10)
You Huang: “Someone is coming in.”
Xie Chenyang looked up.
On the sea’s surface, there was a boat quickly approaching. From a distance, you could see five people standing at the bow, and at the stern, there was a man in a cloth jacket rowing the boat.
[The boat is moving quite fast.]
At the same time, a man abruptly materialized under his tree.
If Xie Chenyang were able to see his own appearance, then he would immediately realize that he now had the exact same appearance as the newly emerged character underneath the tree.
Although he couldn’t see his appearance, Xie Chenyang was able to read the name above the person’s head below.
Fu Ying, Thousand Streams Island Fourth Boss.
You Huang: “Because your data is fragmented, the server has not caught you yet. The data belonging to your copy of the Instance has been temporarily supplanted with another Fu Ying. You remain in this copy, but the boss is no longer you. You are now the equivalent of a speck of dust.”
Xie Chenyang jumped down from the tree and stood in front of Fu Ying, eyeing his black and red eyeshadow. His face blackened: [Is this what my face in this world looks like?]
You Huang: “Wake up–this is a game. Your real life body does not look like this.”
[Ahahaha, in fact it looks pretty good, eh, Fu Ying?]
“Fu Ying?”
Naturally, the NPC boss did not respond to Xie Chenyang.
In the past, Xie Yunyao was able to talk to other NPCs, even though the conversation was just programmed with automatic replies. But later on, no one could see or hear him.
[If Ding He was straightforward and robbed the data by force, I’d still respect him as a good fighter…]
Xie Chenyang stepped back and leaned against the tree, a murderous edge in his eyes.
There were millions of ways for him to achieve his goal, but he chose to use the one that makes him the most disgusted. “After getting out, see if I don’t kill him.”
You Huang quietly asked, “Do you hate him that much?”
[Yes, what I hate the most is deceiving other people’s feelings. No matter what kind of feelings, they should not be deceived.]
[I won’t forget.]
The sound of laughter came. The team that had just arrived already finished beating the third mini boss and were heading towards the last one.
Xie Chenyang leaned against the tree trunk and watched them fight the NPC, Fu Ying, with no one being able to see him. He stared intently at the purple-clad youth in the group who was attacking the boss with bone fans in both hands.
[It turns out that my lover is a player.]
The battle ended.
Fu Ying fell to the ground and muttered, “I lost.”
His eyes closed. His body shattered and a treasure chest appeared.
The guys gleefully pawed through the chest.
“Wow, not bad, a new weapon!”
“Hey, are we still going to the next one?”
“Not going.”
“Shura?”
“You guys go ahead. I’m not going to brush.”
“Alright then, add me as a friend and we’ll fight together again next time.”
The four people teleported away, leaving only the purple-clothed youth holding his bone fans.
Xie Chenyang covered his heart and felt very touched. [It can’t be? He loves me this much? I’m just a wisp of soul and he still senses me?]
Perhaps it was because there was still a player present–after the treasure chest on the ground disappeared, Fu Ying refreshed again.
Wei Xiu, who was bearing the two characters ‘Shura'[mfn] 修罗 Trad. 修羅 xiū luó -Asura, malevolent spirits in Indian mythology[/mfn] on his head, stood in front of Fu Ying and tentatively said, “Xie Yunyao?”
Fu Ying lifted his head, his eyes dark. “Do you want to die, mortal?”
Wei Xiu: “……”
Xie Chenyang walked up to him. “Hey, baby, I’m right here.”
Wei Xiu: “He’s not here either.” Well, just go onto the next copy and keep looking for him.
[Ah-Huang.]
You Huang: “……” Ugh.
Wei Xiu went to mark the instance ID as cleared when he was scooped up in a snug embrace.
This was the first holographic game piloted by his game company. The players had only half the realism. The NPCs inside were not intelligent, could only reply to preset phrases for the time being, and were unable to communicate with the players “normally”.
Wei Xiu raised his eyes. “You ……”
Xie Chenyang became excited and raised an evil smile: “Heh, mortal, this honorable place is not somewhere you can come and leave when you please.”
You Huang could not bear to look at him.
Wei Xiu struggled but couldn’t pull free. Only then did he remember that this boss was set up with a high strength value. It was definitely not possible for him to solo.
“You …… have self-awareness?”
Xie Chenyang reached out and lifted Wei Xu’s chin. “Since you know Benzun’s secret, Benzun[mfn]In daily contexts, “本尊” can be used as a self-reference, usually used by people of higher status or who are more confident to refer to themselves, similar to how ancient emperors referred to themselves as “朕” or “孤”. — Baidu[/mfn] is even less likely to let you go.”
He was well aware that the NPCs in the game were not yet intelligent, let alone developing self-awareness.
A hint of speculation emerged in his mind. “Xie Yunyao?”
Xie Chenyang looked disgruntled. “Looking at Benzun and you dare to call someone else’s name?”
You Huang: “Your acting skills have improved.”
Xie Chenyang: [Hee, hee, hee, hee.]
Since Wei Xu had a guess, he didn’t immediately log out. His complexion calmed and he glanced at the row of titles under the other’s name. “Then, Esteemed One, would you let go of me first?”
Bloody Demon Venerable Lord.
It was the setting of this boss.
He guessed that Xie Yunyao had fused with this boss. He didn’t know if it was because his spirit couldn’t suppress the setting’s programming and was overtaken by the set background, and forgot his true identity. But yet, there was an independent consciousness.
Xie Chenyang thought about it and let go of him, admonishing, “Don’t try to run, otherwise, I’ll kill you, oh.”
“I won’t run.” Wei Xiu was released from his hold, and he asked, “When did you become self-aware?”
“Insignificant mortal ……”
You Huang twitched. “Take it easy.”
Xie Chenyang paused, and his tone became gentler. “No one here has been able to communicate with me. Since you can, would you accompany me some more?”
Wei Xiu: “Sure.”
He then contacted customer service.
{Shura: I’m your boss, Wei Xiu. Call the head of the technical department to come to my location.}
{GM[mfn]A “GM” (Game Manager) is responsible for overseeing the overall operations of a game, ensuring smooth gameplay, managing staff, making strategic decisions, and maintaining the game’s balance and quality, often including tasks like player management, rule enforcement, and addressing issues that arise during gameplay sessions. — google[/mfn] Pomelo: Don’t joke around. Oh dear, how can I help you, dear?}[mfn]”Qin” is a popular Internet term widely used by Taobao sellers. It can be understood as “dear” or “dear customer”. This kind of address is not greasy and has a playful meaning. It is also a name for group members with the same aspirations, that is, people with the same hobbies and interests. The word “亲” means friend or buddy. Its current meaning is close to the Chinese meaning of “close, intimate, dear, close friends and old friends”. This way of addressing is both intimate and popular, so it quickly became popular in the online cultural circle. Common expressions include “亲们” and “楼亲”. In the “2009 Report on the Status of Language Life in China ” published by the Ministry of Education and the National Language Commission, “亲” and “淘代代” have become common social terms. Due to the abuse of this word by Taobao and young people, some netizens are disgusted, so some people start to spoof this word. In forum replies, you can often see “XXX oh, dear” imitating this tone to achieve a funny effect. For example, the person above introduces a new website or new software and deliberately adds “free shipping oh dear” below, and replies below say “sofa oh dear” and ” Lanzhou sesame cake oh dear”. — Baidu[/mfn]
{Shura: Call in Xiang Qu.}
{GM Pomelo: You actually know him, ah? He’s off today, but I’ll call him into the game. You wait, ah.}
“Why are you spacing out?”
Wei Xiu came back to his senses. “Nothing.”
Xie Chenyang wrapped Wei Xu’s waist and flew to the center tree, resting on the thickest trunk.
Wei Xiu frowned. “I have Light Skill, too.”
Xie Chenyang tossed him down. “Then you can fly up again.”
He touched the ground and then initiated his Light Skill to fly up. He flew past Xie Chenyang.
Xie Chenyang: Scoff
After all, he didn’t play the game very often. Wei Xiu took several tries to fly before he managed to land firmly on the tree, although he was a distance away from Xie Chenyang.
Xie Chenyang’s sleeves were flung out and wrapped around Wei Xiu, bringing him into his arms.
Wei Xiu’s brows furrowed again. “Loosen up.” There’s something wrong with this person, ah.
Xie Chenyang withdrew his sleeves and wrapped his arms around his waist as he pressed him against the tree. “Little beauty, Benzun fell in love with you at first sight. Why don’t you just follow Benzun’s wishes, okay?”
Wei Xiu’s face went cold; his hand that was pinching the bone fan raised.
Xie Chenyang grabbed his wrist and slightly squeezed it.
Wei Xu’s hand went numb and the bone fan fell down.
Xie Chenyang whistled. [This little fool, I’ve been in the world of martial arts.]
Not to mention that this body was full of power.
You Huang: “…… I think he may not eat this set.”[mfn]I think this was explained earlier but I’ll post it again. “In a relationship, it means that one person is particularly sensitive and affected by the behavior or words of another person, especially when such behavior or words are in line with their psychological expectations or preferences. This phenomenon is particularly common in relationships, and is usually manifested as one party having a strong emotional response to the other party’s specific behavior or words.” — Baidu[/mfn]
[I think he will love me, no matter who I am.]
[Because he is my lover.]
[He is just waiting for a chance to realize.]
[Actually, I’ve been wanting to try playing a forced love scene for a long time.]
“So, what’s the difference …… between you and a scumbag?”
[The difference is that if he resists at all, I’ll stop. If not, then it’s part of our fun.]
[He’s my lover, not some other guy.]
[Close your eyes.]
You Huang: “……” Nobody wanted to see this.
Wei Xiu’s face was tense. His back was against the tree, and in front of him was Xie Chenyang.
Xie Chenyang came closer to him, letting him look at the depth of love in his eyes. “There’s no lie. I’m devoted to you.”
Soon after, Wei Xiu’s defenses seemed to disappear when his gaze collided with those seductive and warm eyes that seemed to carry a softness that couldn’t be melted away.
Xie Chenyang lowered his head and kissed him.
Wei Xiu closed his eyes, and his calm heart seemed to spark.
What was …… going on?
Xie Chenyang had wanted to role play at first.
But when his lips came into contact, his desire for playfulness dissipated and he gradually became engrossed.
This person in front of him was his lover.
The lover who had died right in front of him not long ago.
He had no memories, yet in every life, he would fall in love with him after meeting him, and accompany him for the rest of his life.
Walking with him through world after world.
As Xie Chenyang thought of this, his movements gradually warmed with tenderness, carrying a deep sense of pain.
Wei Xiu only felt like his empty heart was being filled.
Xiang Qu came online after receiving Pomelo’s message, and after utilizing his privileges, he located Wei Xiu and directly teleported over.
Xiang Qu: “……”
He feared that he hadn’t woken up yet.
How else would he have seen the always aloof boss being pressed up against a tree and kissed?
“Cough.”
Wei Xiu opened his eyes and pushed Xie Chenyang away.
His breath was a bit unsteady, his cool eyes carried some unshed tears, while his lips were flushed.
Xie Chenyang wiped his lips and reached out to carry him down from the tree.
Without waiting for Wei Xiu to say anything, he took the initiative to let go of him and stepped to the side.
Xiang Qu was a little embarrassed. “Mr. Wei, I heard Pomelo say that you were looking for me ……”
“Yeah,” Wei Xiu faintly answered. Unlike when in front of Xie Chenyang, when he faced Xiang Qu, there was no extra expression on his face, completely lacking the discomfort of being caught by a subordinate in the act of him kissing someone.
“I have brushed Thousand Streams Island several times in a row, and all of the bosses I encountered were normal. Only this one has self-awareness. I suspect he is Xie Yunyao.”
Xiang Qu looked at Xie Chenyang.
Xie Chenyang: “Actually, I ……”
You Huang reminded him, “He’ll get angry, oh.”
“If he knew that you were teasing him from the beginning, he would be angry, right?” You Huang said quietly. “And isn’t it a good idea to stick to the original character? If you don’t say anything now, it can still be taken as you being under the influence of the boss’s data.
“Otherwise, when we return to reality and Wei Xiu wants to check up on you again, are you going to act out a dual personality again? I actually wouldn’t mind helping you act it out.”
[Or …… just forget it.]
Although, it was a bit cowardly to lie to Wei Xu.
But after remembering that acting out a dual personality in the last world made Huo Qi uneasy for a long time and was always worried that the main personality would come out of hiding, Xie Chenyang suppressed his heart’s guilt.
Wei Xiu coldly said, “Actually, what?”
“Actually, earlier”–Xie Chenyang’s eyes drifted a bit–“I was not in control. I didn’t intentionally try to bully you.”
Wei Xiu raised his eyes. “If it is him, get him out as early as possible. His spirit is probably affected by the boss and can’t remember his true identity.”
As if Xie Chenyang was reminded of this, he said fiercely, “You think of Benzun as someone else?”
You Huang: “Still acting?”
[No, how can I fulfill my role if I don’t act? Anyway, I’ll be getting out soon ……]
Wei Xiu glanced at him. “I’m done. When you’re ready to finalize it, discuss it with the rest of the technical department, then strip his data from the boss and send it out of the game.”
Xiang Qu: “Okay.”
Xie Chenyang saw Wei Xiu’s body start to fade and reached out his hand, only to grab a speck of light.
Xiang Qu looked at him with a smile. “Hello, demon-lord Fu Ying.”
Shio: Happy Holidays!
Edit: Krone
Proofread: Choux_choux
