My Honkai: Star Rail System Arrived Early Chapter 38

Chapter 55: Tingyun's First Kiss

As the power of Phantylia within her body disappeared, Tingyun's eyes gradually regained clarity.

"Ugh, my head hurts so much. What happened?"

"I think I was on official duty, and then I saw someone exactly like me..."

Thinking of this, she woke up abruptly.

Someone's trying to impersonate me?!

She looked to her side and saw Ji Yuan looking at her with concern.

Tingyun felt touched.

Ji Yuan really cares about me.

But now wasn't the time to think about that. Tingyun anxiously said to Ji Yuan, "Ji Yuan, s-someone is impersonating me and planning to harm the Celestial Ark."

Tingyun was also a typical person of the Xianzhou, always prioritizing the interests of the Xianzhou first.

"I know. Tingyun, don't worry."

Ji Yuan nodded seriously.

"Mhm..." Tingyun nodded. She then looked around and realized she was in a room with no furnishings, and chains bound her hands and feet.

She wouldn't assume Ji Yuan had tied her up and asked him, "What's going on here?"

Remembering something, Tingyun nervously asked Ji Yuan, "You weren't captured too, were you?"

Looking closely at Ji Yuan, she worried he might have been harmed.

"No, I came to find you."

Ji Yuan shook his head.

Tingyun was still uneasy. She carefully examined Ji Yuan all over, and only when she confirmed he wasn't injured did she feel relieved.

Then Ji Yuan began to tell Tingyun, "The one who tied you up and replaced your identity this time is Destruction Lord Phantylia."

Upon hearing this, Tingyun was startled and stumbled to the ground.

Destruction Lord Phantylia.

That name was thunderous throughout the entire sea of stars.

Wherever the Antimatter Legion passed, civilizations were annihilated, and all life withered.

She was a terrifying existence, just like the Abundance Fiends.

Tingyun could never have imagined that it was she who had replaced her.

Her hands turned ice cold.

Ji Yuan felt Tingyun's hands grow cold and quickly reached out to hold hers, trying to transfer warmth to her and ease her fear.

Feeling the warmth, Tingyun's worry and fear diminished considerably.

"Then how did you find me?" Tingyun remembered something and asked Ji Yuan, "Did General come? If he's here, we can fight Phantylia."

Envoys could only be dealt with by Envoys.

On the Luofu Starfaring Vessel, only General Jing Yuan could deal with her.

"No, the General is not here."

Ji Yuan shook his head.

"In fact, Phantylia's disguise was excellent. No one else has discovered her true identity; they all believe she is the real Tingyun. When I found out, I didn't dare to reveal it, fearing that if I spoke out, the entire Xianzhou army might be annihilated. So, for the past few days, I've been dealing with Phantylia while secretly investigating your whereabouts, and then came to find you to confirm your safety."

As he said this, his expression relaxed slightly.

"I found you, which proves that the Destruction Lord isn't that invincible."

Ji Yuan laughed.

If it were Phantylia's usual nature, she would never allow me any contact with Tingyun. Now that I've met Tingyun, it proves that unless Phantylia kills me, she can't keep this a secret.

I've won, I've already won.

Tingyun was stunned when she heard him say that.

She dazedly looked at Ji Yuan, who was smiling like a child, and murmured, "You... aren't you the most afraid of danger? H-how could you do something like this? When faced with danger, shouldn't you hide? Especially when... when facing a Destruction Lord, it's almost certain death."

This was just like last time; it completely went against Ji Yuan's personality.

He was the type of person who would set up numerous defensive systems in his residence near the Cloud Knights, a cautious individual. Yet, at this moment, he had done something so dangerous and reckless.

He had chosen the most dangerous path when there were safer options.

Ji Yuan reached out and flicked Tingyun's forehead, smiling as he said, "Before something happens, of course, one should try to avoid it. But when something truly arrives, no matter how many problems arise, one must strive to solve them."

"But it was very dangerous for you to come find me. If possible, you could have returned to the Xianzhou and found the General."

"So, I should just stand by and watch you get into trouble? I might be a coward, but I'm not the kind of person who would just abandon a girl I like."

Ji Yuan spread his hands and spoke to her.

Yes, Just now, upon seeing Tingyun, Ji Yuan felt his heart stir and confirmed something in his mind.

He liked Tingyun.

Whether it was because of her looks or her personality, Ji Yuan felt he was very fond of this young woman.

He had to save her.

No matter the cost.

Hearing Ji Yuan say it himself, Tingyun was stunned. Then, a shy expression gradually appeared on her face.

The most conservative and timid person spoke the boldest words, while the fox-person who loved to tease others the most showed the most bashful expression.

An impulse arose between them. Neither knew who made the first move, but they held each other tightly.

Ji Yuan could fully feel the touch of Tingyun's body; her soft form was so captivating. He held Tingyun tightly, wanting to meld her into his own body.

This sensation made Tingyun involuntarily let out a soft moan.

"This humble one is delicate and weak, not as strong as you. Please cherish this humble one."

Her words seemed like a plea for mercy, but her charming, husky tone only fanned the flames of Ji Yuan's desire.

Tingyun wrapped her arms around Ji Yuan's neck, lifted her foot clad in a high heel, and pressed her lips against his.

This was her first kiss, and also Ji Yuan's first kiss, combining both his past and present lives.

Tingyun's actions grew more fervent, her movements wild and intense. The kiss was like a beast's unrestrained desire, wanting to leave an indelible mark on Ji Yuan's lips.

Fortunately, Ji Yuan retained some semblance of reason. After a series of hurried kisses, he released Tingyun.

A string of system notifications echoed in his mind.

Ji Yuan observed carefully and found that three notifications had appeared simultaneously.

[You kissed a corpse. The system is astonished by your boldness and has specially rewarded you with a fabricated corpse, capable of mimicking the corpse of any race or identity.]

Your charm has attracted a Helmsman of the Ten Ships Division. She has fallen for your charm and willingly bestowed her first kiss. For this, the system rewards you with a Light-Speed Star-skiff.

[You passionately kissed an exceptionally beautiful widow. The system, in special recognition of your 'Cuckold-Maker' attribute, rewards you with Stamina +3 (Without a good body, how can you be a gigolo?)]

Seeing these three notifications, Ji Yuan's expression turned somewhat grim.

What were these three things?

Was Tingyun's future Schrödinger's?

Was her future uncertain?

At least she wasn't always a corpse, which finally lifted a great weight from Ji Yuan's heart.

If all his efforts changed nothing, that would be true despair.

At least now there wasn't completely no hope.

But looking at the contents of these three notifications, Ji Yuan still felt speechless.

These three were more outrageous than the last.

The first two were acceptable; the corpse was a usual occurrence. However, the rewards given were exceptionally high. A fabricated corpse could make his plan much easier, smoother, and more secure.

The second was a Helmsman of the Ten Directions Division. Did this mean Tingyun would succeed Yukong as the Helmsman of the Ten Directions Division in a hundred years?

Considering her identity and status, Ji Yuan felt this was quite reasonable.

The reward given was also excellent.

A Light-Speed Star-skiff would be perfect for Tingyun's escape.

He had originally planned to find a way to obtain a star-skiff, but the risk was very high. Now that he had one ready-made, it was incredibly convenient.

But what was with the widow?

Why was she a widow?

Oh, right. At that time, he should have been dead.

So Tingyun would become a beautiful widow.

Although he wanted to complain about the system, upon seeing the rewards, Ji Yuan put aside his complaints.

Stamina +3 meant his own strength had increased.

This would further increase his chances of survival in the future.

At this moment, he couldn't help but think of Sushang, that widow.

Could it be that this widow referred to him?

A thought flashed through Ji Yuan's mind, but he immediately chuckled at the absurdity.

She was his own sister, how could that be possible?

He dismissed the thought.

Rubbing her waist, which Ji Yuan had nearly broken, Tingyun asked him:

"Ji Yuan, what was going on with you being so hot and cold back then?"

She had wanted to investigate at the time, but Ji Yuan had been very conflicted, making it impossible to find out. Now that their relationship was confirmed, Tingyun decided to ask directly.

What was going on with you?

Hearing this, Ji Yuan's expression darkened slightly.

He said very frankly, "Actually, I had a premonition that my life might end within the next hundred years. So, to prevent anything from happening to me, I was always careful and afraid of danger."

"So that's how it was," Tingyun said, feeling relieved after hearing Ji Yuan's explanation.

It's a good thing he doesn't dislike me.

She reached out and returned the gesture Ji Yuan had made earlier, flicking her.

"Even the Diviners at the Divination Commission can't guarantee their prophecies are 100% accurate, so your premonition might not be right either," Tingyun told Ji Yuan. "Besides, while a hundred years is indeed short for a Xianzhou person, it's a lifetime for people in other worlds."

"And I'm already content with having spent this much time with you."

"Get out of here, I haven't lived enough yet."

Ji Yuan gave Tingyun a glare.

Tingyun gritted her teeth.

When it's time to be sentimental, you actually manage to stay rational?

Why is dating you so troublesome?