Chapter Summaries

Mo Chen threatened Song Yurou until she claimed she knew nothing about the students who had surpassed her, then proposed marriage and locked her in a golden cage. Song Yurou concealed her fear and tried to keep him calm while planning to escape and call the police.

• Mo Chen pressed a gun to Song Yurou’s forehead and demanded to know why her rivals had dropped out, and she blamed bullying by their classmates.
• Mo Chen accepted Song Yurou’s answer, untied her, and proposed that they register their marriage the next day; she agreed while secretly planning to flee.
• Mo Chen locked Song Yurou inside a golden cage, and she pretended to like it after he threatened to move her somewhere else.
• Song Yurou asked Mo Chen to get her food so she could think alone, and she decided to escape and have him arrested.
• Mo Chen’s thoughts revealed that memories of classmates who had joined in his bullying had fueled his interest in torturing people and his private study of torture methods.

Song Yurou panicked after Mo Chen left, but her system dismissed her fear and urged her to stay with him. The system planned to use Mo Chen against Song Shiwei, leaving Song Yurou trapped with the man she feared.

• Mo Chen told Song Yurou to sleep while he went to prepare dinner, and she remained too frightened to rest.
• Song Yurou searched for her phone so she could call the police, but realized Mo Chen had it.
• Song Yurou begged her system to help her escape, and the system reminded her that she had chosen Mo Chen despite his problems.
• The system explained that it needed Mo Chen's resources to fight Song Shiwei, especially after other lead systems fell silent and Huo Xiuzhu's system exploded.
• The system insisted that Mo Chen's treatment showed affection, while Song Yurou protested that he had tortured and threatened her.

Song Yurou reconsidered leaving Mo Chen and decided to use his obsession against Song Shiwei. She soothed Mo Chen when he returned, while the system worried she might disrupt their plan.

• The system persuaded Song Yurou that Mo Chen was her best choice, and she decided she could redeem him.
• Song Yurou and the system planned to use Mo Chen to target Song Shiwei, with Mo Chen forcing Jiang Xun to choose between his company and Song Shiwei.
• The system urged Song Yurou to soothe Mo Chen, and she promised she would win him over.
• When Mo Chen returned, Song Yurou behaved gently and coaxed him into a happy mood.
• Mo Chen brought makeup remover and cotton pads and carefully removed Song Yurou's makeup.

Song Shiwei's Gossip System returned with news that the world's original plots had fallen apart and suspected her of causing the changes. Song Shiwei realized that she and the Jiang Family had escaped their intended fates, though neither she nor the system understood how.

• Song Yurou took Mo Chen's tenderness as proof of his love and plotted with her system, unaware of his twisted expression and hidden intentions.
• The Gossip System woke Song Shiwei and questioned her about the sweeping changes it had learned of at the System Bureau.
• The Gossip System reported that Wen Chuxue and Huo Xiuzhu had gone to prison, Lin Xuewu had disappeared, and the original protagonists had lost their advantages.
• Song Shiwei recalled her intended miserable death and realized that the Jiang Family and Jiang Xun had also departed from their original plots.
• Song Shiwei said she had only enjoyed gossip and idled around, leaving the Gossip System unable to explain her newfound popularity.
• The Gossip System noted that the intended victims had kept their investment opportunities, while Jiang Ye was filming, Jiang Cheng was catching criminals, and Jiang Chao was leading ecological farming in Fengquan Village.

Song Shiwei told the Gossip System that NPCs had awakened and acted out scandals from the Gossip Compendium, despite her only snarking about them in her thoughts. The system and Song Shiwei realized the NPCs might be able to hear her thoughts, leaving her horrified that Jiang Xun could have heard her embarrassing remarks.

• Song Shiwei explained that NPCs had awakened and scandals from the Gossip Compendium had played out around her.
• The Gossip System suspected Song Shiwei had spoiled the NPCs, but she insisted she had only snarked in her head.
• Song Shiwei confirmed that NPCs repeatedly acted out scandals after she thought about them, confusing the system.
• The Gossip System wondered whether the NPCs could hear Song Shiwei's thoughts, and Song Shiwei recognized the timing matched her snarking.
• Song Shiwei asked the system to investigate whether the NPCs had heard her thoughts and worried that Jiang Xun had heard her dirty remarks.

Song Shiwei learned that a System Bureau error had let everyone read her thoughts, including her lustful remarks about Jiang Xun, before the Bureau corrected the problem and gave her the ability to read minds instead. She left the conversation mortified and threatening to report the Gossip System for its invasive questions about her marriage.

• The Gossip System discovered that the System Bureau had reversed Song Shiwei's mind-reading permissions, letting everyone hear her thoughts.
• Song Shiwei panicked over whether Jiang Xun had heard her filthy thoughts about his body, while the Gossip System begged her to recount them.
• The Gossip System explained that it had been bullied by other systems, and Song Shiwei sympathized with it before it resumed probing her private life.
• The Gossip System told Song Shiwei that she could now read minds, then pressed her about whether she and Jiang Xun had slept together.
• Song Shiwei said she and Jiang Xun had not gone all the way and threatened to call the police on the Gossip System.

Song Shiwei and the Gossip System decided to avoid confronting the dangerous systems and wait for events to unfold, prioritizing gossip over their mission. Song Shiwei then tested whether the Jiang Family could still hear her thoughts, but they showed no reaction.

• Song Shiwei questioned whether she and the Gossip System could defeat the male and female lead systems, and the system admitted it had not completed its mission.
• Song Shiwei recalled seeing smoke rise from Huo Xiuzhu's head and wondered if his system had exploded, while the Gossip System realized it had missed the commotion.
• Song Shiwei and the Gossip System agreed to stay out of trouble, hide if threatened, and wait for the other systems to act.
• Song Shiwei went downstairs to the Jiang Family and silently asked whether they knew their fates had changed, but Father Jiang, Mother Jiang, and Jiang Zhuxin did not react.

After the System Bureau fixed the bug, Song Shiwei could hear the Jiang Family’s thoughts, but they could no longer hear hers. Jiang Xun gathered the family and urged them to keep quiet about what had happened and accept the uncertain consequences of changing their fates.

• Song Shiwei heard Jiang Ye and Mother Jiang’s thoughts and realized the bug had been fixed, leaving her able to hear others while they could no longer hear her.
• The Jiang Family grew uncomfortable without Song Shiwei’s thoughts, while she struggled with the constant noise of hearing theirs and went upstairs to sleep.
• Mother Jiang asked whether anyone could still hear Weiwei’s thoughts, and the family confirmed that they could not.
• Jiang Zhuxin and Jiang Ye told Jiang Xun that they could no longer hear Song Shiwei’s thoughts, and he concluded that the world might have restored order by fixing the bug.
• Jiang Xun summoned the family and told them not to reveal what had happened, advising them to be content with the lives they had reclaimed and treat their glimpse of fate as a dream.

Jiang Xun made his family promise to keep Song Shiwei’s survival secret and never blame her, even if they still became cannon fodder. After the family united around protecting her, Jiang Xun worried that the world’s return to normal meant Song Shiwei would leave, and he struggled with whether he could let her go.

• Jiang Xun warned the Jiang family to keep their survival secret and not reveal that they had changed their fates.
• Jiang Xun told the family never to blame Song Shiwei if they still became cannon fodder, and the others vowed to protect her.
• Jiang Xun said he would sever ties with Song Shiwei first if necessary to keep her safe, and the family agreed that protecting her came first.
• Jiang Xun went upstairs and worried that Song Shiwei might leave now that the world had returned to normal and her inner voice had vanished.
• Jiang Xun saw Song Shiwei asleep and considered how to make her stay, but feared that forcing her to remain might kill her.

Jiang Xun feared Song Shiwei might leave him, while Song Shiwei dreamed of meeting the original owner of her body. The original Song Shiwei revealed she had returned to life in Song Shiwei’s original body and had finally found love and happiness.

• Jiang Xun held Song Shiwei’s hand and silently hoped she would stay with him.
• Song Shiwei met the original owner of her body in a dream and apologized for occupying it.
• The original Song Shiwei explained that she had chosen someone to take her place because she lacked the courage to face another life against Song Yurou.
• Song Shiwei reassured her, condemned her family, and encouraged her to value herself.
• The original Song Shiwei revealed that the System Bureau had let her return to life in Song Shiwei’s original body.
• The original Song Shiwei described the love she now received from the orphanage director and children.

Song Shiwei met the original owner of her body, who warned her about Song Yurou and revealed that they could never switch back once the system's mission was complete. The original owner offered Song Shiwei the choice to return, leaving both of them uncertain about which life they wanted.

• The original Song Shiwei warned Song Shiwei that Song Yurou had a system and might harm her.
• The original Song Shiwei said she did not want to return because she was loved in this world, but explained that the bodies could not be switched after the system's mission ended.
• Song Shiwei struggled to choose between returning to her old life and staying with the Jiang Family, while the original Song Shiwei promised they would meet once more before the mission ended.
• The two Song Shiweis admitted they had both feared the other would reclaim the body and felt relieved to meet.
• Song Shiwei told the original Song Shiwei that Song Linhai and Song Ruchu had gotten their comeuppance and that she had avenged her.

Song Shiwei dreamed of the original owner, who told her she could apply to return to her own world after completing the system’s missions. Torn over leaving Jiang Xun, Song Shiwei confessed that she came from another world, and waited anxiously for his response.

• The original Song Shiwei told Song Shiwei that Chen Jingxian had adopted Tongtong and could be happier, then explained how Song Shiwei could apply to return to her world.
• Song Shiwei woke from the dream beside Jiang Xun and worried that leaving might hurt him or lead him to mistake the original owner for her.
• Jiang Xun woke, comforted Song Shiwei, and insisted that he would never let her leave him.
• Song Shiwei told Jiang Xun that she did not belong to his world and had suddenly appeared there, then anxiously awaited his judgment.

Song Shiwei told Jiang Xun that she came from another world and could return to it, explaining why she was torn between going home and staying with him and the Jiang Family. Jiang Xun admitted how deeply he loved her but felt guilty about asking her to remain, leaving her decision unresolved.

• Jiang Xun confessed that he knew Song Shiwei was from another world and that he still loved and needed her.
• Song Shiwei asked Jiang Xun to listen and explained that she had not been ready to accept his feelings because she feared leaving him heartbroken.
• Song Shiwei described arriving in this world as an ordinary university student, helping people, and learning that others had awakened after hearing her inner voice.
• Song Shiwei told Jiang Xun that she had met the original owner of her body, who revealed she could return to her own world.
• Jiang Xun said he understood Song Shiwei was torn, but feared she would leave and felt guilty asking her to stay.

Song Shiwei comforted Jiang Xun as they faced the possibility that she might leave when the system’s mission ended. They agreed to live in the moment and move forward together, while Song Shiwei privately longed to kiss him.

• Jiang Xun cried as he told Song Shiwei that he was torn up inside, and she held him to comfort him.
• Jiang Xun asked when Song Shiwei might return, and she said she did not know because it depended on the system’s mission.
• Jiang Xun asked whether they would ever meet again, then resolved to support Song Shiwei leaving if that would make her happy.
• Song Shiwei told Jiang Xun she had not decided and urged him not to dwell on what might happen; he agreed to live in the moment with her.
• Song Shiwei thanked Jiang Xun and the Jiang Family for protecting her, then secretly thought about kissing him.

Song Shiwei and Jiang Xun shared an enthusiastic kiss, then settled into life together while juggling their busy schedules. When Jiang Xun sulked over how little time he got with Song Shiwei, she failed to understand why, and his thoughts spiraled into fears that she no longer loved him.

• Song Shiwei hesitated before kissing Jiang Xun, but he cupped her face and kissed her first.
• Song Shiwei enjoyed the kiss, and Jiang Xun repeatedly paused to help her catch her breath before they continued.
• After Song Shiwei fell asleep, Jiang Xun held her and hoped he would have more time with her before the day he feared arrived.
• Song Shiwei remained busy with variety show shoots and observing Jiang Xun's film production, sometimes returning home after he did.
• Jiang Xun sulked while waiting for Song Shiwei, and when she asked who had upset him, he turned away resentfully.
• Song Shiwei offered to beat up whoever had angered Jiang Xun, while his thoughts lamented that she did not know why he was upset and might not love him.

Song Shiwei realized Jiang Xun was sulking because she had been too busy to spend time with him, so she tried to make it up to him with kisses. Their kisses grew passionate, and Jiang Xun asked if they could go further, leaving Song Shiwei overwhelmed by desire.

• The Gossip System told Song Shiwei that Jiang Xun was upset because she had neglected him and urged her to coax him.
• Song Shiwei recalled how her busy schedule had kept her from spending time with Jiang Xun and felt guilty for breaking her promise.
• Song Shiwei kissed Jiang Xun's cheek, and he asked her to kiss him again.
• Song Shiwei kissed Jiang Xun on the lips, and he deepened the kiss while guiding her hand onto his abs.
• Jiang Xun asked Song Shiwei if they could go further, and she grew aroused by his seduction.

Song Shiwei and Jiang Xun spent the night together, leaving her exhausted and embarrassed while he woke up refreshed and happy. As Song Shiwei went back to sleep, Jiang Xun prepared food for her, and his parents celebrated that he would take care of her.

• Song Shiwei kissed Jiang Xun and boldly encouraged him, and they spent the night together.
• Song Shiwei woke at noon feeling sore and exhausted while Jiang Xun appeared energetic and satisfied.
• Song Shiwei refused breakfast and hid under the covers, embarrassed at the thought of facing Jiang Xun's parents.
• Jiang Xun went downstairs, where Father Jiang and Mother Jiang expressed relief that he and Song Shiwei were together.
• Jiang Xun cooked for Song Shiwei and resolved to keep making dishes so she would rely on him.

Song Shiwei rushed to the airport for the variety show's final episode after nearly forgetting her flight, while Jiang Xun reluctantly drove her there. Before she left, the Gossip System warned her that several male and female leads and Mo Chen would be at the show, and Song Shiwei chose to face them rather than run.

• Song Shiwei hurried downstairs with her suitcase, panicking because she had forgotten her flight to film the variety show's final episode.
• Jiang Xun caught Song Shiwei before she could rush out and drove her to the airport, making sure she ate along the way.
• At the airport, Jiang Xun and Song Shiwei reluctantly said goodbye, and she promised to return with money to support him.
• After Jiang Xun told Song Shiwei to come back safe, she asked the Gossip System what was wrong, and it revealed that several male and female leads and Mo Chen would attend the variety show.
• Song Shiwei rejected the idea of running away and decided to face the male and female leads and punish them if they did wrong.

Song Shiwei and Jiang Zhuxin arrived at the Gossip Courtyard and found Song Yurou, Lin Xuewu, Mo Chen, and two hostile men waiting for them. As the group prepared for a confrontation, Song Yurou tried to make Song Shiwei and the production team look bad in front of the cameras.

• Song Shiwei and Jiang Zhuxin arrived at the Gossip Courtyard, where Song Yurou, Lin Xuewu, Mo Chen, and two hostile men were waiting.
• Song Shiwei and the Gossip System recognized the danger but entered the courtyard, knowing they had to complete their mission.
• Song Yurou told her system she intended to use Mo Chen to kill Song Shiwei and the others after they had agreed to attack Song Shiwei together.
• Song Yurou greeted Song Shiwei and complained that the production team had not provided breakfast, but Song Shiwei told her to eat with them.
• Song Yurou accused the production team of tailoring its meals to guests' status, prompting angry reactions from the production team and viewers online.

Song Shiwei learned that Song Yurou was married to Mo Chen after he tortured her, and discovered that Mo Chen could hear her thoughts. When her system warned that the group planned to kidnap her, it went to gather information and summon the System Bureau, leaving Song Shiwei afraid for Jiang Zhuxin’s safety.

• Netizens recognized Song Yurou’s attempt to use them against Song Shiwei and turned on her, while others worried that Mo Chen might have scandalous secrets.
• Song Yurou claimed Mo Chen was her husband, and the Gossip System told Song Shiwei that he had tortured her into marriage, after which she had developed feelings for him.
• Song Shiwei heard Mo Chen think that he knew about her thoughts and had wanted to hear her reaction to his torture of Song Yurou.
• The Gossip System warned Song Shiwei that the others had brought equipment to kidnap her, then left to gather information and call the System Bureau.
• Song Shiwei clutched Jiang Zhuxin’s hand and worried that she had brought her into danger and might not be able to protect her.