A New Morning~ / This Is What I Want Now!

Chapters 2-4 will be updated tomorrow.

Chapter 109 A New Day's Morning~

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Ling Mengxue got up early.

I rubbed my eyes and looked out the window.

The mornings in this world lack warm sunlight; all that can be seen is a gray sky and mist, carrying an indescribable sense of oppression.

Ling Mengxue didn't know what task Bai Yun would assign them today, but she guessed it wouldn't be anything serious.

Expecting someone with an abnormal condition to set normal tasks is asking too much of them; the demands shouldn't be too high, as long as they remain within an acceptable range.

Looking back at the three girls beside her, she lowered her head, helplessly covering her forehead, feeling a pang of guilt.

It's safe to say she had absolutely no interest in these guys, but the rule was that group members could only share one room, and there was only one bed—that was incredibly inhumane!

Upon entering the bathroom, Ling Mengxue simply washed her face with water and brushed her teeth, feeling much refreshed.

She'd been in Star Prefecture for a while now, and hadn't had a proper chance to go out and have some fun. She was starting to miss her "ordinary" daily life at the Dragon Soaring Academy, where at least she didn't have to deal with these ghosts and monsters every day, and her mind was starting to feel numb.

Spending so much time in this world, it's hard to say what kind of psychological impact it might have...

Most players' tasks remain the same today, Zhao Lei and her team have been reassigned from the storage room to a new area, so at least they won't have to face yesterday's terrifying ordeal again.

The effects of the "Strength Potion" were still working, so Ling Mengxue didn't replenish it for them. She'd wait until they needed it again, and since she was already losing out, she figured she'd provide it all for free.

If this potion were kept in a shop and managed by Blood Doll, it would sell for at least 2000 Soul Coins per bottle!

Time is up.

Everyone went to their respective jobs with a bit of worry and unease in their hearts; only by strictly abiding by the rules could they have any hope of survival.

Ling Mengxue and Zhao Lei were in different positions, so they split into two groups and parted ways at the fork in the road.

Along the way, Meng Xi was clearly distracted, not watching where she was going, and almost bumped into a tree. She was worried that today's task might be even more difficult than yesterday's, and she was quite anxious.

Ling Mengxue had thought about this, but her mind was still focused on the issue of "identity".

Within the instance's secret realm, it seems everyone is marked with their real name, and their appearance is completely exposed, leaving virtually no privacy. This is quite inhumane.

What if someone makes a mistake within the secret realm and then faces physical attack outside?

[It's normal for your owner to have this thought, but don't worry, just smear some stinky mud on your face and make yourself look filthy, and no one will recognize you!]

Sensing Ling Mengxue's thoughts, Xi He immediately ran out and spoke.

But why did she have this urge to hit someone?

[Sorry, Master, just kidding.]

Xi He, and Ling Mengxue almost couldn't hold back anymore. This little sprite of Destiny Sign was actually able to tease her now...

Ling Mengxue simply stopped asking and tugged at her clothes, as if they were the cause of her displeasure.

Seeing that her master was in a bad mood, Xi He couldn't ignore it and immediately began to explain.

[Actually, the world protection mechanism of the Dimensional Secret Realm still exists, but it is only available to high-end players. It allows for simplified appearance editing to avoid revealing their true faces, and also provides player names/IDs that can be created independently. Pay attention to the people around you; they all have their IDs/names above their heads.]

"Is that so? Then what defines a high-level player?" Ling Mengxue nodded and carefully observed the players around her.

Sure enough, what He Xi He said was not much different. Most people still used their real names, which were the default names in the world. However, there were some people whose names were similar to those of people on the Internet.

For example... Kyoto Daniel Wu, Netherworld Queen, Princess Jasmine, Demons and Ghosts, Go Away, Milk Tea Is a Little Sweet...

Along the way, we actually found five of them, which is quite a high proportion!

Ling Mengxue observed silently, secretly thinking, "No wonder they're veteran players; these people using online names clearly have a more composed demeanor than most!"

[Xi: Master, according to the rules of the secret realm, as long as you can pass three levels at will, everyone will have the permission to customize their ID information once, and it cannot be changed again afterward. As long as you don't reveal your true identity, there shouldn't be any problems.]

"OK, got it." Ling Mengxue secretly made a hand gesture.

Only Meng Xi was beside her. The young girl was absent-minded and somewhat uneasy about today's task, and did not notice anything amiss.

When they arrived at the villa, Ling Lexuan and Nan Muya had just arrived as well.

The two groups exchanged glances, but without speaking, they walked directly into the hall.

At this moment, Bai Yun was lying on the dining table, looking listless, fiddling with her fork, and had basically no appetite.

She couldn't get used to the food of ghosts and monsters; in fact, she found it somewhat nauseating. Yet, she couldn't taste the food she ate in her previous life; it was bland and tasteless, almost as if she had lost her sense of taste. Consequently, her thoughts and emotions also changed.

Eating a slice of pizza feels like chewing on cardboard; you can't taste any of the flavors—sweet, sour, bitter, spicy, or salty—and you can't enjoy the delicious food or the pleasure of eating. Life is missing out on a great joy!

After catching a glimpse of the person approaching, Bai Yun sat up straight again, regaining her composure and confident smile.

However, there was always a hint of mockery and coquettishness hidden in that smile, which made Ling Mengxue and the others subconsciously feel uncomfortable.

"Have you ladies and gentlemen not had breakfast yet? Sit down and eat together, so you'll have the energy later~" Bai Yun smiled and picked up her fork again.

Even if you can't taste the flavor, it's still fun if you have someone with you, isn't it?

Chatting, having heart-to-heart talks, and enjoying a delicious meal—a level of leisure and tranquility unimaginable in a horror world—yet she can casually offer such treatment. Isn't that enough to prove her character?

However, these people remained extremely hostile and wary of him, which was a bit amusing. Couldn't they just open up to him?

Bai Yun thought about it this way and could understand it, so she smiled with relief.

It would be a miracle if someone who can kill themselves at any moment could interact with normal people; practically no one could do that.

Even Ling Lexuan and her companion, the two Astral Mark Girl, remained constantly vigilant.

This woman is a monster! She's even more monster than other women!!

This was Ling Lexuan's idea. To distract herself, she focused solely on eating! She practically bent her fork, but it wouldn't!

Meng Xi felt uneasy and appeared very reserved.

At the dinner table, only Ling Mengxue could still look at her with unwavering devotion; in fact, her eyes even held a hint of pity!

Bai Yun noticed this and immediately pouted, saying, "Don't look at me like that!"

Chapter 110 These are the things I want now!

"I want to cure you," Ling Mengxue said, taking a bite of her bread.

Her tone sounded casual, yet it was full of genuine emotion, which made Bai Yun feel a little uncomfortable.

Nan Muya and Ling Lexuan glanced over, their expressions equally strange.

Is it the same topic they were discussing yesterday?

They themselves said there was no problem, so why insist on dwelling on this?

Aren't you afraid of getting killed?

"Hmph~ You really think I won't kill you? If you don't manage to seduce at least two cuties today, I'll make you a dish on tomorrow's breakfast table." After being tricked like this, Bai Yun lost her appetite and threw her utensils on the floor before standing up to leave.

Although she couldn't really taste anything, having someone with her kept her from getting too bored. "Meet in the garden in ten minutes to continue our mission~"

After she finished speaking, Bai Yun turned back and gave Ling Mengxue a resentful look, letting the latter interpret it for herself.

Ling Mengxue felt quite innocent. She took another sip of her morning tea, shook her head, and sighed. Life was tough.

If she weren't worried about bigger problems later, she wouldn't want to suffer like this and make things difficult for herself.

But there was no other way. Since there was still a chance, they couldn't give up. Facing Magical Nightmare transformed from a human, who still had a human personality, if they left it alone, it would probably be a disaster if it fell into true demonic possession.

Meng Xi offered a concerned reminder, and Ling Mengxue nodded in understanding.

You can't cure someone who's faking illness, just as you can't wake someone who's pretending to be asleep.

The problem is... this person is really sick!

They have a mental illness, and it's incredibly stubborn!

Soon after, amidst the envious gazes of the other players in the living room, they once again traversed the gloomy and desolate corridor, heading towards the upper level of the villa.

Those who stayed to work in the villa area today were mostly the same group who were given a free day off yesterday.

They get a day off without having to work and still receive an outstanding employee award—all thanks to that handsome young man. Otherwise, how could they possibly get such benefits?

Even among the male waiters, although they were tricked into using their money as stakes because of Ling Mengxue, most of them had lost their temper after spending a relaxing day in such a terrifying place, with only a few still harboring resentment.

If you mess this up, won't we all die?

And those two girls who were detained yesterday morning.

One was named Chu Yue, and the other Yi Lan. When they discovered what had happened to them after being rescued, they were initially terrified and at a loss. It was only after being reminded by those around them that they realized they had both been unconsciously controlled by Miss Ghost and forced to do some shameful things. Finally, a handsome man stepped in and rescued them.

Therefore, the two girls now looked at Ling Mengxue with gratitude in their eyes, and didn't care that the others could enjoy a sumptuous breakfast with Miss Ghost.

They may appear to be getting along well on the surface, but who knows, their underlying tasks might be far more difficult?

The other end

After Ling Mengxue arrived at Miss Ghost's private garden bedroom, the task assigned for today was indeed even more bizarre.

Although everyone felt uncomfortable, they still started assigning tasks one by one.

The Miss Ghost made it clear from the beginning what would happen if they didn't accept it: they would become like these people, manipulated and mocked, utterly devoid of humanity!

Ling Lexuan sighed. She didn't really care. When she was at the Ling Family home, her brother Ling Yue would often invite her out with his friends whenever he had free time. They had even been to places like that before. At first, she was shy and uncomfortable, and she even wanted to secretly tell her family.

But after a few times, I got used to it.

It's perfectly normal for boys to like playing around with girls, isn't it?

Besides, it was those vixens who actively seduced Brother Ling Yue. As his younger sister, she was too embarrassed to speak up, so she simply stayed on the sidelines like a little fairy.

"Mutual affection," each getting what they want—it's all none of her business anyway; she's after a happy life and a sweet romance!

Bai Yun glanced at the crowd and was quite satisfied with their expressions and attitudes; none of the little darlings were disobedient.

Today, she'll let those maids play with them, and whether they do a good job or not is entirely up to her.

Only by doing well can we have food to eat and leave this place.

If I don't do it well, then I'm sorry, hmph~

Wait... there seems to be an exception!

Here we go again, here we go again...

This guy's starting again!

Bai Yun raised an eyebrow in displeasure, pouted, put her hands on her hips, and looked at Ling Mengxue, "What kind of expression is that? Have I been too good to you? Have you forgotten your place? You lowly human!!"

"Why would you think that? Aren't you the same way?" Ling Mengxue asked curiously, chuckling softly, "Actually, you really want to play with us, don't you? Or... do you want to join the maids' group?"

As she finished speaking, she narrowed her eyes, her tone carrying a hint of teasing, as if she were extending a warm invitation.

"You..." Bai Yun blushed with embarrassment, her fingertips trembled slightly, and she was too angry to speak.

Realizing what was happening, she pursed her red lips, walked up to Ling Mengxue, pressed her face close to hers, and said, word by word, "If you're willing to join them, I can help you."

"Uh... no need." Ling Mengxue took two steps back, somewhat embarrassed.

Joining is impossible, but it's a possibility I might join in this lifetime!

This is beyond shameful!

Fortunately, even if the girls regain their senses, they won't have their current memories, otherwise, who knows what problems might arise...

"Heh, boring. As for humans? That's all in the past~ I hope you can clear the level today, otherwise, I'll let them drain you dry! And then control you for my own use!" Bai Yun's delicate face whispered in Ling Mengxue's ear.

Her voice carried an indescribable chill and eeriness. Although it was melodious and poignant, it sounded like the low murmur of a demon, completely at odds with her youthful appearance of around twenty years old. The latter could only nod stiffly upon hearing it.

Garfield once said, "If you can't beat your enemies, join them!"

Ling Mengxue hesitated, knowing full well that if she couldn't win, she had no choice but to join.

Abnormal!

Two words—that was her assessment of Bai Yun, imbued with her own feelings: both sympathy and shame.

Bai Yun sensed he wanted to say something more, silently rolled her eyes at him, and walked unsteadily toward the door, casually saying, "Hmph~ I know what you're trying to say, don't waste your energy. Everyone knows that, right? But this is what I want!"

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