Silver Wolf: I've Become the Stand-In?
"Master Gongshu, are you and Qingque hiding something from me?"
"You can't say things like that. What would I be hiding from you?"
"Then why are you in such a panic?"
"Oh dear~ I just remembered I need to check on my apprentice's work. Lin Shuang, excuse me for now."
Watching Master Gongshu hurriedly run away, Lin Shuang was speechless.
Never mind.
Let's play cards for a while, and then we can go to Changle Heaven for a few rounds when Qingque comes back.
Changle Heaven has reopened, and the knife mark in the sky has mostly faded away. The remaining mark no longer affects the operation of the entire Cavern.
Then--
When Qingque returned with the Immortal's Joy Tea, she saw Lin Shuang standing at the entrance of the studio, playing with the brand-new Emperor's Jade!
"Oh no..."
Qingque looked around but couldn't see Master Gongshu anywhere, so she immediately guessed what had happened.
It must be that Master Gongshu deserted at the last minute!
"Qingque, you're back? Is this the new Emperor's Jade you ordered? It's beautiful."
The cards and the table were both in a style that Lin Shuang quite liked.
Hehe, really?
Qingque hearing Lin Shuang's evaluation, Qing Que's smile instantly brightened.
"Yes, that's right."
Lin Shuang was holding the cards in her hand, not even looking at Qingque. Unexpectedly, Qingque sidled up to her and said with a smile:
"That's settled then! This table and card book are a gift for you!"
"Ah?"
Lin Shuang looked up and met Qingque's smiling eyes:
"This is a new type of card table that I invented. I even specifically asked Miss Tingyun about your preferences beforehand."
"What new type? And why did you give it to me?"
Qingque shoved the Immortal's Joy Tea into Lin Shuang's arms.
"Oh, what else could it be for? It's all about playing cards! Come on, let me tell you about the wonders of this card table!"
Qingque beckoned, hooked her arm around Lin Shuang's, and brought her head closer.
Lin Shuang had to bend down, squeezing her head next to Qingque's.
"I heard there's an online version of the Emperor's Jade that's supposedly launching soon, but I'm thinking, playing cards online can't compare to the comfort of touching the cards with your hands..."
Listening to Qingque's eloquent explanation, Lin Shuang endured the tickling sensation of her fragrant hair brushing against her cheek, finally understanding what was new about this card table.
This is a card table that can be played online remotely via mobile phone communication capabilities.
Looking at Qingque's smug expression, Lin Shuang thought for a moment and commented:
"How should I put it... it's a kind of beauty that comes from taking off your pants to fart."
"Oh dear—what are you saying! I'm not giving you any more 'happy tea'!"
Volume 1: Chapter 185 Silver Wolf: Have I Become a Substitute?
Looking at Qingque, who was puffing up her cheeks and about to snatch the "happy tea" from Lin Shuang's mouth.
Lin Shuang chuckled and dodged her little hand.
"Oh, just kidding, just kidding."
Although the target groups for online and offline channels are clearly different.
However, considering the longevity of the Xianzhou native and the conservatism that naturally comes with Long-Life Species.
Qingque's somewhat convoluted idea might actually have a market.
"Snort!"
Seeing that she couldn't get Lin Shuang's Happy Tea because she wasn't tall enough, Qingque Que huffed angrily.
"I prepared this especially for you. Didn't you say you had no one to play cards with outside?"
"Oh no..."
Lin Shuang's heart skipped a beat upon hearing Qingque's words.
Oops, I said the wrong thing.
"Hey, Qingque, Mr. Que, please have some tea--"
Lin Shuang's face instantly lit up with a smile, and she then held the half-finished cup of Happy Tea to Qingque's lips.
"Ugh--Disgusting!"
Qingque wasn't really angry, but she still rejected Lin Shuang's shameless move.
Lin Shuang didn't mind, took the Happy Tea back, and put it in her mouth again.
"I didn't expect you to remember that casual conversation. Thank you for the gift, I really like it."
"Hey, I don't like saying those sentimental things, it feels weird."
Qingque blushed slightly and raised her hand to refuse.
She simply wanted to make a gift for Lin Shuang so they could play cards together in the future, and she couldn't stand hearing these things.
But Lin Shuang found the scene quite adorable.
It's quite rare to see Qingque blush over a single sentence.
Lin Shuang wanted to tease her a little more, but unfortunately Qingque didn't give Lin Shuang the chance.
Just as Lin Shuang was about to speak, her hand was grabbed and she was pulled out.
"Come on, let's go play cards! You must be feeling really restless after not playing cards for so many days!"
"The table, the table hasn't been brought yet!"
Lin Shuang wanted to pack up the table and take it with her, but Qingque Que said:
"It's not finished yet. Master Gongshu said it will take another two days to finish. Come back in a few days. For now, play cards with me."
So today, it's another day of playing cards.
By the time Lin Shuang returned to her residence, it was already evening.
Acheron didn't say he was coming back today; he's probably on his way.
Just when Lin Shuang thought she had nothing to do today, she suddenly remembered the time she went to make a contract with Silver Wolf last time.
I didn't even have a chance to play games with Silver Wolf before he ran away.
Thinking of this, Lin Shuang clicked on Silver Wolf's avatar, intending to ask her if she was free at the moment.
[Lin Shuang: Are you there? Come play a game!]
[Silver Wolf:?]
[Silver Wolf: Where are you coming from?]
[Lin Shuang: I haven't even played a game with you offline yet, and you were running so fast before.]
[Silver Wolf:...]
[Silver Wolf: I'm busy today, I'm pushing for a higher ranking, maybe tomorrow.]
Seeing Silver Wolf's reply, Lin Shuang helplessly pursed her lips.
Okay, I guess she's trying to climb the rankings of some difficult game. Lin Shuang doesn't particularly enjoy playing those kinds of difficult games.
But Silver Wolf is the type to eat anything, so the two of them won't bother each other in these situations.
Just then, another message popped up on Silver Wolf's avatar:
[Silver Wolf: I'm Firefly, can I come play with you? Although I'm not very good at games.]
[Lin Shuang: Of course, I'm really looking forward to it. Besides, it's just a game, as long as you're having fun. Are you with Silver Wolf?]
[Silver Wolf: Silver Wolf and I are resting on the sofa in the living room. Kafka has gone out.]
[Lin Shuang: Oh, is that so? Then come over here?]
[Silver Wolf: Mm-hmm]
[Silver Wolf: [Paimon waves]]
The residence of the Stellaron Hunter.
A news program from Interastral Peace Corporation was playing on the large screen inside the room.
Silver Wolf slumped on the sofa, his hands clicking away on the controller without stopping for a moment.
The blue Earring that adorned her ears back then still shine brightly today, embellishing the Silver Wolf's pretty little face.
However, while operating the device, Silver Wolf couldn't help but glance at Firefly, who was chatting with Lin Shuang on her phone.
For Stellaron Hunter, cell phones have never been very private; they generally don't store much personal information on them.
So Silver Wolf didn't care if Firefly used him for conversation.
"What? Do you want to come over and play?"
"Hmm, didn't you recommend some games to me last time? I was thinking, why don't I go play with Lin Shuang?"
"... oh"
Silver Wolf responded to Firefly's words with a emotionless "oh," but the clicking sound of the controller in his hand suddenly stopped.
She raised her hand somewhat awkwardly and touched the earring on her ear.
Did Lin Shuang agree?
The tone of those words startled even Silver Wolf himself; it sounded like he was blaming someone.
Fortunately, Firefly was busy fiddling with the game console and didn't notice Silver Wolf's change in tone.
"Yeah, she said she's really looking forward to it, hehe, I'm going to change my clothes."
After finding the machine, Firefly got up and ran back to the room.
Kafka gave her another set of clothes yesterday, which she can wear today.
Firefly and Kafka have talked a lot about fashion and dressing, but Firefly hasn't had many opportunities to wear the clothes before.
Now that she has this opportunity, Kafka brings one or two outfits for Firefly almost every time she goes out, in order to expand Miss Firefly's empty wardrobe.
So much so that recently Firefly has been changing clothes without ever wearing the same outfit twice.
Considering that she was going to Lin Shuang's house to play, Firefly didn't plan to dress too formally and instead decided to change into a more casual long dress.
Silver Wolf pursed his lips, watching with a complicated expression as Firefly's hair disappeared around the corner.
Why does it feel like she's become a stand-in? When did Firefly become so interested in games?
Silver Wolf thought for a moment, then picked up his phone and glanced at the chat history, and couldn't help but snort.
If I hadn't already made a plan today, I would have definitely shown Lin Shuang who the real 'gaming kingpin' was.
Although he held a grudge against Lin Shuang, Silver Wolf still created a Portal and sent it to Firefly.
Then, somewhat absentmindedly, he returned to the game in his hands.
On the other side,
About ten minutes had passed since the chat started.