Ark Simulator, Don't I Have No Physical Form?

As morning light streamed into the control room again, Lemuen slowly awoke. She found herself covered with Su Rui's coat, while Su Rui prepared breakfast tea.

"You brewed this tea?" she asked in surprise.

"Data analysis shows this is the best time to drink tea," Su Rui said expressionlessly. "I added double the amount of honey."

Lemuen's aura shone with a warm light. "Thank you."

"It's just the best option," Su Rui said, turning her face away. "It wasn't prepared specifically for you."

However, the data stream shows that he was simulating the best tea-making process in the early hours of the morning.

The church bells rang, and a new day began. On the edge of Laterano, two watchmen continued their mission, occasionally stealing a moment of sweetness for themselves.

The moving plots moved smoothly across the wasteland, the church steeple glowing a soft gold in the morning light. Su Rui stood before the control panel, her long silver hair almost transparent in the glow of the data stream. Her slender fingers swiftly swept across the control panel, executing a series of precise commands.

"Structural integrity improved to 98%, energy efficiency optimized to 94%, and the defense system upgrade completed." His voice carried a hint of satisfaction. "Completed three hours ahead of schedule."

Lemuen pushed her wheelchair closer, the halo glowing warmly in the morning light. "It's fixed so quickly? I thought I could watch you work a little longer."

Su Rui gave a soft hum, her silver eyelashes trembling slightly. "Such a simple question doesn't require much time."

"Now..." Lemuen's halo gently touched the back of his hand, "Isn't it time to take a break?"

Su Rui glanced at her. "There are still 13 minor systems that need optimization..."

"Those can wait," Lemuen interrupted him softly. "The Observatory on the top floor of the cathedral hasn't been checked yet."

The Observatory on the top floor of the church is rarely used. It offers a panoramic view overlooking the entire moving plot and the distant wilderness. A gentle morning breeze ruffles Su Rui's silver hair as he checks the calibration status of the stargazing instruments.

"The equipment is working normally," he said casually. "There was no need to make a special trip up here."

Lemuen pushed her wheelchair to the railing. "But the view here is beautiful, isn't it?" Her aura shimmered slightly in the morning light. "And... it's so quiet."

Su Rui's silver eyelashes trembled slightly: [Environmental safety level detected: 100%, no monitoring equipment.] His data stream quietly displayed a line of small text. "Indeed suitable for solitude."

"Come sit down for a bit?" Lemuen patted the bench next to her. "Anyway, the system's all fixed now."

Su Rui hesitated for a moment, then sat down beside her. "It's just a temporary repair; further work will require..."

He suddenly stopped speaking. Lemuen leaned gently on his shoulder, a soft halo enveloping the two of them.

"Just a little while," she said softly, "It won't take long."

Su Rui's body stiffened slightly, but she quickly relaxed. Her silver hair moved without wind, and a data stream quietly recorded the current environmental parameters: [Wind speed 2.3 m/s, temperature 22.4℃, humidity...]

"Stop recording data," Lemuen interrupted him with a light laugh. "Just enjoy the moment."

A gentle morning breeze swept across the Observatory, carrying the fragrance of distant flowers. Su Rui's silver hair occasionally brushed against Lemuen's cheek, bringing a touch of coolness.

"Your hair seems to have grown a bit," Lemuen said softly. "Would you like me to trim it for you?"

"No need," Su Rui immediately refused. "Silver Dust will automatically maintain its optimal length."

"But I want to help you trim it," she said, a soft glow spreading across her face, "Like ordinary lovers."

Su Rui's ears turned slightly red. "We're not... just ordinary lovers."

"What's that?" Lemuen chuckled. "A data optimization partner?"

Su Rui turned her face away. "... Say what you want."

The sunlight gradually warmed, casting dappled shadows on the Observatory. Lemuen's halo gently touched Su Rui's arm. "You know what? Before I met you, I never imagined I'd come to a place like this."

"This remote area really isn't worth much," Su Rui said calmly. "If it weren't for your insistence..."

"It's not because of that," she interrupted softly, "It's because I came with you."

Su Rui's silver eyelashes trembled slightly, and the data stream quietly displayed. "[Heart rate increased by 12%]... Just due to environmental factors."

Lemuen's aura brightened with a smile, "So, is the current environment... suitable for kissing?"

Su Rui suddenly stood up. "We should check the other systems now."

But his data stream shows: [Environmental score 98.7%, suitable for close contact.]

Around noon, the temperature at the Observatory gradually rose. Su Rui ultimately stayed behind and was adjusting an astronomical telescope.

"Look there," he suddenly said, "There's a shooting star at 27 degrees north of east."

Lemuen looked in the direction she was being directed to and saw a shooting star streak across the sky. "So beautiful... You could even predict this?"

"Basic astronomical calculations," Su Rui said casually. "Do you need me to tell you about meteor composition analysis?"

"No need," Lemuen chuckled. "Let's keep a little romance in mind."

Su Rui's silver eyelashes trembled slightly. "[Delete component analysis report.]"... Whatever."

Volume 17, Chapter 969: Sankta's sugar content is excessive.

In the afternoon, the two had a simple meal at the Observatory. Lemuen prepared some snacks, while Su Rui's data stream was quietly analyzing the nutritional components.

"This contains too much sugar," he frowned. "It's bad for your health."

"It's okay to do it once in a while." Lemuen handed him a cookie. "Want to try some? I made it myself."

Su Rui hesitated for a moment, then took the biscuit. The data stream showed: [Sugar content 23.7%, but includes special emotional parameters.] "... Not bad."

"Just alright?" Lemuen's aura flickered slightly. "I specially adjusted the recipe to suit your taste."

Su Rui's ears turned red again. "... How did you know my taste?"

"Observe the data." She smiled slyly, "Just like you observe me."

As the sun began to set, the Observatory was bathed in golden light. Lemuen's halo softened gently in the twilight. "Thank you for spending time with me today."

Su Rui turned her face away. "It was just a routine inspection, and by the way..."

"I know," she interrupted softly, "But thank you anyway."

The data stream quietly revealed. "[Today's intimate contact time increased by 347% compared to usual.]"... We need to work twice as hard to make up for it tomorrow."

"Okay," Lemuen chuckled. "I'll work with you tomorrow."

The evening breeze ruffled their hair, creating a warm scene under the setting sun. In this undisturbed high place, time itself seemed to soften.

As night fell, Su Rui was preparing to leave the Observatory. Lemuen suddenly tugged at his sleeve. "Want to look at the stars a little longer?"

"Starlight data can be accessed at any time..." Su Rui stopped mid-sentence as Lemuen gently kissed his cheek.

The data stream froze instantly, and the silver hair moved automatically without any wind.

"This is tonight's goodnight kiss." Lemuen's aura shone with a warm light. "See you tomorrow."

Su Rui stood still as the data stream slowly displayed: [Suggestion: Increase the frequency of use of the Observatory.]

Under the Laterano starry sky, two figures left the Observatory one after the other. One pushed a wheelchair, and the other followed behind, their silver and white hair swaying gently in the moonlight.

The next morning, Su Rui arrived at the Observatory early. Data showed that he had gotten up 1.7 hours earlier than usual and was quietly adjusting the layout of the Observatory.

[Add sunshades, optimize seat comfort, adjust for the best stargazing angle.] Yin Chen quickly executed the instructions, "Adjust the temperature to 22℃, humidity to 45%."

When Lemuen arrived, the Observatory had been completely renovated. "It's changed a lot," she said in surprise.

"Routine optimization," Su Rui said casually, "To improve observation efficiency."

However, the data stream shows that the comfort improvements are primarily for wheelchair users.

The morning's observation work became exceptionally long. While checking the equipment, Su Rui kept glancing at Lemuen. The data stream recorded 27 eye contact moments, but he quickly looked away each time.

"That star..." Lemuen suddenly pointed to the sky, "Isn't it especially bright?"

"Sirius, magnitude -1.46," Su Rui quickly replied, "Distance 8.6 light-years, surface temperature..."

"It's beautiful enough," Lemuen interrupted softly. "We don't need to know so much data."

Su Rui's silver eyelashes trembled slightly: [Detailed astronomical data removed.] "... Indeed, very beautiful."

At lunchtime, Lemuen brought in new snacks. Su Rui's data stream immediately began analysis, but this time he raised no objections.

"Sugar content is 23.9%," he said softly, "But... it's acceptable."

Lemuen's aura shone with delight. "You've finally learned not to be a spoilsport."

"It's just based on a comprehensive evaluation," Su Rui said, turning her face away, "Taking into account the producer's emotional investment."

The data stream shows: [The weight of the sentiment parameter has been increased to 30%].

In the afternoon, Su Rui taught Lemuen how to use a telescope. His silver hair occasionally brushed against her aura, creating subtle energy fluctuations.

"Adjust the focus like this." His voice was softer than usual, "Take it slow..."

Lemuen's aura flickered gently. "You are very patient when you teach."

"Just make sure the equipment is used correctly," Su Rui replied quickly, "To avoid damaging precision instruments."

However, the data stream showed that he spent 3.4 times more time providing guidance than usual.

As evening falls, the Observatory welcomes its most beautiful moment. The setting sun dyes the clouds golden red, and the distant wilderness seems to be ablaze.

"At this moment..." Lemuen whispered, "Shouldn't we have a sunset kiss?"

Su Rui's silver eyelashes trembled slightly. "[Such customs do exist in traditional culture.]"... If you insist..."

This kiss was more practiced than before; the data stream quietly rated it: [Skill upgraded to A grade.]

"Great progress." Lemuen chuckled. "Have you been practicing in private?"

"Data analysis and optimization," Su Rui answered seriously, "Based on previous performance evaluations."

However, the data stream shows that he did indeed conduct 27 simulations in the early hours of the morning.

Night fell, and starlight bathed the Observatory. Just as Su Rui was about to leave, Lemuen grabbed him again. "Want to watch one more shooting star with me?"

"The probability of a meteor appearing is less than 0.03%..." Su Rui's words suddenly stopped, because a meteor was just streaking across the sky.

"It seems that probability isn't absolute." Lemuen's aura shimmered with a soft light.

Su Rui was silent for a moment, and the data stream quietly updated: [Special event probability needs to be recalculated.] "... Wait ten more minutes."

Under the Laterano starry sky, two figures nestled together on the Observatory. One counted the stars, the other recorded data, but at that moment, they were both immersed in the same tender moment.

The wind high above ruffled their hair, carrying the distinctive scent of the Mobile City —a mixture of metal, fuel, and a hint of wilderness dust. But this scent seemed now imbued with a sweet, almost cloying warmth. Su Rui tilted his head slightly, his lips pressed against Lemuen's, a tentative yet undeniably assertive grasp. His arrogance transformed into a focused aggression, as if this wasn't a shared kiss, but a contest where he had to gain the upper hand. He could taste the faint, frosting-like sweetness of her lips, a flavor that miraculously complemented her outward softness.

Lemuen's initial reaction was tinged with a slight, unexpected tremor, which softened quickly, not as complete submission, but as a more relaxed acceptance. Her fingers gently traced the collar of his uniform, not tightening, but simply resting there like a silent anchor. When he finally pulled back slightly, the silver thread of their hair broke just before their lips touched, and he saw a clear smile in her lake-blue eyes, along with a hint of... knowing teasing.

"Looks like someone's unusually eager to perform today?" Her voice was slightly hoarse from the kiss, like a feather brushing against the heart.

Volume 17, Chapter 970: Pride is Pride

Su Rui gave a soft snort, raising his chin slightly, trying to maintain his usual arrogant demeanor, which seemed to show impatience with everything. Unfortunately, his slightly reddened ears and still-unsteady breathing betrayed him. "I just thought the scenery here was nice, and it just so happened that you were here too," he said deliberately in a casual tone, his gaze lingering on her slightly moist and rosy lips from the kiss.

Lemuen laughed, a clear, crisp laugh carried on the wind. "Oh? Just because the scenery is nice?" She leaned closer, almost feeling his breath. "I thought our young master Su Rui had finally given in."

"Stop talking nonsense." Su Rui turned her face away, but couldn't suppress the slight upturn of her lips. He liked her slightly provocative intimacy, which made him feel that his "condescension" wasn't so one-sided. He reached out and somewhat domineeringly wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her closer to him, and the two of them looked together at the desolate land that kept receding beyond the edge of the Mobile City.

The massive city slabs rumbled forward steadily, their tracks crushing rocks and pushing aside bushes. Beyond the city's colossal metal walls, the Originium Slug, attracted by the Mobile City's disturbance or attempting to climb atop it, became a daily nuisance for the edge-guards. They varied in size, their carapaces gleaming with an unhealthy sheen in the dim light, clumsily yet persistently trying to approach this moving metal fortress.

"Tsk, what a noisy and ugly bunch." Su Rui frowned, his tone full of undisguised disgust, as if looking at these creatures would defile his eyes. But he did not let go of Lemuen's hand.

"Hmm, just part of the daily work." Lemuen watched with interest, even squinting slightly as if assessing the distance and number. "However, it seems there are more approaching today than during ping."

Just then, a slightly larger Originium Slug with a dark red carapace suddenly darted out from behind a protruding rock and accelerated toward the metal wall of the Mobile City. It was clearly much faster than its kind.

Almost simultaneously, Su Rui and Lemuen exchanged a glance, and their other free hand moved.

Su Rui's movements were characterized by their unique elegance and efficiency. He didn't even turn around completely; with a flick of his wrist, a beautifully crafted gun with dark patterns inlaid on its shaft was already in his hand. His arm extended gracefully, and the aiming process was so brief as to be almost negligible, exuding an almost innate confidence.

Lemuen's movements, on the other hand, appeared more agile and casual. She seemed to pull her Guardian Gun from an inconspicuous bag at her side, her movements fluid and natural, without the slightest unnecessary flourish. Her aim even looked somewhat nonchalant, and her face still held that relaxed smile.

The two gunshots almost overlapped, but were subtly spaced out by a very brief moment.

Su Rui's bullet tore through the air with pinpoint accuracy, striking the Originium Slug's head first. The crisp sound of its carapace shattering was carried by the wind. Almost simultaneously, Lemuen's bullet struck a joint on the same side of the Originium Slug's limb, causing the already unbalanced body, weakened by the head injury, to tilt completely, tumbling and being swept under the city's tracks, disappearing from sight.

"Hmph, mine." Su Rui immediately announced, raising his chin even higher. His confidence in his marksmanship was ingrained in his very being.

Lemuen blinked, her tone innocent. "Oh dear, but I think I hit it too? And without my follow-up shot, it might have been able to twitch and crawl a few more steps." She tapped her gun barrel lightly with her finger. "Is that considered a joint achievement?"

"Who wants to share the spoils with you?" Su Rui scoffed, but a competitive glint ignited in her eyes. "I clearly hit the vital point first. But since you're not satisfied..." He tightened his grip on her arm, his voice laced with provocation, "Shall we have a contest?"

"Just what I wanted." Lemuen's smile deepened, her lake-blue eyes gleaming with eager anticipation. "What bet?"

"Same rules as always. The loser..." Su Rui deliberately dragged out his words, turning his head closer to her ear and lowering his voice, "... has to listen to me tonight."

A warm breath brushed against her ear, Lemuen flinched slightly, but her smile only widened, tinged with a mischievous glint. "Oh? It sounds like someone's made up their mind regardless of winning or losing. Fine, I agree. But if you lose," she whispered, mimicking his tone, "You'll have to be my pillow all night long, and no complaining."