Dormitory Secrecy

Back in the dorm, his three roommates were nowhere to be found. They had probably gone to the internet cafe again.

The room was a mess, with unmade beds and snack wrappers and empty drink bottles scattered on the floor. Only his bed was relatively tidy.

Lin Mo washed his face, lay down on his bed, and opened his phone.

Social media was buzzing with discussions about "Awakened" and the "bar massacre," but official censorship had clearly intensified, with many posts deleted and trending topics suppressed.

Scrolling down, he saw a few strange posts:

Seeking Kin--If You Also Experienced a Special Dream Last Night

The content vaguely described keywords like "Mark" and "Class Change," and left behind an encrypted chat group invitation code.

Mutual Aid Society Recruitment--To Those With Special Experiences

Claiming to be a self-organized group of "survivors," offering intelligence exchange and mutual assistance.

Special Talent Recruitment Program

Signed by the "National Security and Development Committee," it stated, "In response to the special talent phenomenon recently appearing in some citizens, we are now recruiting talents from society. Compensation is generous, and employment is guaranteed."

Lin Mo stared at the last post, his brow furrowed.

Official recruitment? Or... a trap?

He flicked his finger, closing the post decisively.

Casually opening a short video app, his fingers scrolled aimlessly across the screen.

Funny skits, food vlogs, game livestreams... the ordinary content helped his tense nerves relax slightly.

An hour later, his phone vibrated.

Su Wanqing sent a message: "I'm here, downstairs."

Lin Mo got up, tidied his hair and collar in the mirror, and then headed downstairs.

At the entrance of the dorm building, Su Wanqing stood there, drawing the attention of the male students coming and going.

She had changed her clothes: a white T-shirt, slim-fit light blue jeans, and a light gray hooded sweatshirt over them.

Her long hair was tied into a ponytail, and her face was bare, looking fresh and approachable.

"You're here?" Lin Mo walked over.

"Mm-hmm." Su Wanqing smiled at him and naturally linked her arm through his, "Let's go up."

The dorm supervisor sat in his office reading a newspaper. He glanced up as a girl entered, raised an eyebrow, and then lowered his head to continue reading.

It was common for students to visit opposite-sex dorms in college. As long as it wasn't too excessive, people generally turned a blind eye.

The two went upstairs and entered the dorm.

Su Wanqing looked around, somewhat surprised.

Although the dorm wasn't exactly tidy, it was much better than she had imagined a messy, dirty male dorm to be.

"The other three aren't here." Lin Mo closed the door behind him and casually locked it.

With a soft click, the dorm was suddenly just the two of them.

The atmosphere subtly shifted.

Su Wanqing walked to Lin Mo's bed, sat down, and patted the spot next to her, "Sit."

Lin Mo walked over and sat beside her.

They were sitting very close.

Lin Mo took her hand, his thumb gently stroking the back of her hand.

"Lin Mo," her voice was muffled, "I was actually... really scared.

Last night, hiding in the cave, I could hear the roars of beasts outside, the sound of the wind, the sound of my own heartbeat.

I kept thinking, if I died in there, would I die in reality too... What would happen to my parents? They only have me as their daughter."

Lin Mo didn't speak, just reached out and stroked her hair.

It was very soft.

"But I could feel you were there," Su Wanqing continued, "So I thought, as long as I walked towards you, I would eventually reach you. Once I was by your side, I would be safe."

She looked up, her eyes red, but a smile on her face:

"So Lin Mo, you have to be okay. Be okay in the game, and be okay in reality too.

I'll find you as soon as possible, and then... I'll repay you properly."

When she said the word "repay," a hint of allure flashed in her eyes, and her body unconsciously leaned closer to Lin Mo.

Lin Mo looked at her and suddenly smiled, "You can start repaying me now."

Su Wanqing froze for a moment, then understood what he meant.

Her face instantly turned crimson. Biting her lip, she slowly lowered herself and timidly reached out her hand towards Lin Mo.

But Lin Mo held her hand.

"Wait a moment," he said.

Su Wanqing looked at him, confused, her eyes a mixture of shyness and bewilderment.

"Go pull the curtains tight first," Lin Mo pointed to the window.

Su Wanqing blinked, then smiled, "Okay."

She stood up and walked to the window.

The curtains were dark blue and had excellent light-blocking properties.

She carefully pulled them shut, ensuring not a single ray of light could penetrate.

As she did this, her figure, in the dim light, outlined a beautiful curve.

Jeans hugged her slender legs, and the hem of her hoodie rode up slightly with her movements, revealing a small section of her fair waist.

Lin Mo leaned against the bed frame, watching quietly.

He had to admit, Su Wanqing knew how to showcase her advantages.

Every movement was natural and unpretentious, yet it drew the eye to the greatest extent.

With the curtains drawn, the dorm room instantly darkened.

She walked slowly back to the bed and sat gently on the edge, turning to look at Lin Mo beside her. Her voice was as soft as a pool of spring water that couldn't be melted: "Done."

Lin Mo didn't speak. He simply reached out, accurately encircling her slender waist, and with a slight pull, drew her into his embrace.

Su Wanqing was caught off guard, letting out a soft, delicate gasp. She then obediently leaned against his warm chest, her arms naturally wrapping around his back.