Mini World Game Console-Chapter 749 - 750 Exposed! Testing the Great Wall!

"Oh, but I still refuse." Ren Suo calmly rejected Cha Xian'er's kind invitation.

He needed the Great Wall's help, but there was no need for him to join it himself. He still had Taoist You Jian's WeChat on his phone, where he occasionally saw You Jian criticizing current affairs in his Moments—always with intense words, lashing out directly at issues. Ren Suo was certain that You Jian's Weibo must be under control; otherwise, given his status, similar posts on Weibo would probably blow up half of the Mysterious Country's internet.

You Jian wasn't the brightest, making him easy to utilize. Furthermore, as the Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains of the Great Wall, his influence on the Federation surpassed that of an ordinary Measuring Ruler of the Great Wall, making him the most suitable candidate.

The reason Ren Suo hadn't thought of this shortcut was that his relationship with You Jian, valued at 75 Truth Points in the Door of Truth, had been sold off long ago.

Now that Cha Xian'er had mentioned it, Ren Suo recalled this shortcut. However, even if You Jian's mind had become sharper, or if he didn't have You Jian as a friend, Ren Suo had no inclination whatsoever to join the Great Wall.

In the past, it was because of laziness; now, it's because there's no urgency.

Just wait a bit longer.

Once I get the Door of Truth, I'll join the Great Wall.

As the Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains.

I'll dabble in the Transcendent power of the Mysterious Country.

Supplemented with game characters like the Fairy Palace World Tree, I'll intimidate the world from the shadows and command it openly.

So far, Ren Suo's goals had been clear—his fundamental aim was laziness, Freedom, a peaceful life, a beautiful and superficial existence.

But my past self didn't act towards it, even placing hopes on others. I believed Dong Chengling, Qiao Muyi, Gu Yueyan, Ren Xingmei, Luna, and I would support each other. I believed sincerity would be reciprocated, and I believed in all things true, good, and beautiful... but what if?

My past self never considered the 'what-ifs'.

Perhaps contemplating the darker side of human nature was, objectively, too large a program for my past self's over-clocked CPU brain to run.

Or perhaps doubting others was, subjectively, a mistake my past self wouldn't even dare to touch.

To believe in others without reservation.

To do good deeds and not ask about the future.

That was the life philosophy my past self had unwittingly fulfilled.

How sentimental. How foolish.

Ren Suo wasn't going against his original intention; he was just slightly altering his plan.

My past self wishfully bet that the 'what-ifs' wouldn't happen, placing hope in others, in emotions. My current self, however, chooses to prevent any 'what-ifs' from occurring, placing hope in myself, in strength.

Ren Suo didn't mind living a carefree, superficial life. Since his true heart found joy in it, he would follow its desires. But living such a life wasn't simple.

The simplest aspect is that no one else can hurt me.

War, betrayal, oppression, discrimination... even if I can't completely eliminate them, I can prevent them from harming me.

So, what could be better than possessing the Door of Truth and commanding the world's Destiny to attain great Freedom and great leisure?

I might not hold power, but I can make those who do wield power fear me.

This is a foolproof life plan.

I will go to the Great Wall.

But when I go, the Shanhe will surely be awed into submission, and the Measuring Rulers will not dare to measure!

Even 'that one' Cha Xian'er mentioned will have to make way for me!

Hearing Ren Suo's refusal, Cha Xian'er wasn't angry. She simply scratched her mask with a fingertip. "Alas, then it can't be helped. By the way, are all three of you teachers at Heavenly Lotus Academy? Can I visit Heavenly Lotus Academy, hmm?"

Bai Ji immediately said, "Of course. You're welcome to visit Heavenly Lotus Academy."

"That's great," Cha Xian'er said, standing up with a smile. "I'm actually quite curious about Heavenly Lotus Academy, which has produced three Fourth-Stage Cultivators. Now that my business here is concluded, I'll go visit. You don't mind me going back with you, hmm?"

Ren Suo and the other two looked at each other and nodded in unison. "Sure, we don't mind."

Li Dan, slightly startled, asked, "Cha Cultivator, what about the inspection this afternoon... "

Waving her hand, Cha Xian'er interrupted, "Heya, both deputy directors of your Tactical Bureau are Fourth-Stage Cultivators now. How could I, a mere Fourth-Stage Cultivator, win against two of you? How could I dare not give you a Five-Star rating? No need for an inspection, full marks for performance, hmm!"

Yao Fei and Li Dan said, "Cha Cultivator, you must be joking…"

Cha Xian'er, decisive as ever, truly canceled the original inspection plan, intending to squeeze into Bai Ji's car and return with them to Heavenly Lotus Academy.

As they left the Tactical Bureau, Dong Chengling looked at the drizzling rain outside and said, "Since it's like this, Teacher Bai, you take Cha Cultivator..."

"Just call me Cha Xian'er or Xian'er!" Cha Xian'er shook Dong Chengling's hand, her crescent-moon eyes filled with laughter. "There are hardly any Female Cultivators in the Great Wall. I can't even find a friend to chat with. Can I call you Ling'er, hmm?"

Dong Chengling paused for a moment, then nodded. "Alright, Xian'er... Teacher Bai, please take Xian'er back to the academy."

Cha Xian'er asked, "Then what about you and Ren Suo, Ling'er?"

"I..." Dong Chengling hesitated, then said gracefully, "It'll be a bit crowded with four people in the car. Ren Suo and I will just Teleport back."

My SUV isn't a sports car, but it has more than enough room for five people… Bai Ji glanced at his vehicle. You sneaky Cheng Ling! You planned to make me drive back alone from the beginning, didn't you!

"Teleport!" Cha Xian'er exclaimed, jumping up in surprise. "Not many people in the Great Wall can do that! I'm so envious of you, Ling'er, using Teleport as a way to commute. If I could Teleport too, I wouldn't need to take planes anymore. Flying is such a hassle, and the Great Wall only reimburses economy class. Ling'er, can you take me too, hmm?"

Dong Chengling replied frankly, "It's not very convenient. Teleporting someone requires rather close physical contact."

Cha Xian'er immediately said, "I don't mind, hmm! Do you mind, Ling'er?"

"I mind a bit," Dong Chengling stated, not at all subtly. She was naturally reserved and disliked physical contact with others; otherwise, she wouldn't have spent her entire student life alone in the library.

In this respect, Dong Chengling was like a wild kitten that had fended for itself for a long time, only becoming affectionate with Little Jiu, Gu Yueyan, and Qiao Muyi after getting to know them well.

Cha Xian'er immediately let go of Dong Chengling's hand, then walked over to Ren Suo and took his arm. "Then I'll hold Ren Suo's arm, and Ren Suo can hold your arm. That way we can Teleport, right? Ren Suo, you don't mind, hmm?"

Though Cha Xian'er wore a mask, her eyes alone were enough to reveal her as a great beauty. One might even imagine her 'as graceful as a startled swan, as elegant as a swimming dragon.' Moreover, as a Fourth-Stage Cultivator, she couldn't possibly be unattractive, and her figure was excellent too. Although perhaps not comparable to Dong Chengling, her fashionable and youthful attire gave her a vibrant, agile beauty.

"I mind."

After estimating the emotional value Cha Xian'er could bring him and comparing it to the potential decrease in emotional value from Dong Chengling, Ren Suo decisively refused Cha Xian'er's advances, hiding behind Dong Chengling and taking her hand.

It's okay if the colorful flags outside don't fly, but the red flag at home must never fall. Can't lose the watermelon for a sesame seed.

"I'll listen to Cheng Ling."

Everyone was stunned for a moment.

Cha Xian'er hadn't expected Ren Suo to reject her so directly, while the other two were genuinely astonished.

Actually, both Bai Ji and Dong Chengling were prepared for Ren Suo's usual 'come one, come all' attitude, considering him to be... somewhat slow-witted. He probably wouldn't understand Dong Chengling's unspoken message of 'I don't want to Teleport with Cha Xian'er.' Since Cha Xian'er had asked him for such a simple favor, Ren Suo would most likely not decline.

But now, not only had Ren Suo refused, but he had also hidden behind Dong Chengling, virtually declaring that his loyalty belonged to Dong Chengling and that he wanted no involvement with Cha Xian'er.

He's finally showing some sense! Dong Chengling thought, her mood soaring. He knows to observe the husbandly way! The days of the three obediences and four virtues aren't far off!

Seeing Cha Xian'er seem a little embarrassed, Dong Chengling's heart softened. She extended her hand and said, "If you really want to experience Teleportation, then hold my hand. But, the first time Teleporting can be a bit uncomfortable."

Cha Xian'er looked at Dong Chengling and Ren Suo, then nodded and took Dong Chengling's arm.

The three of them vanished on the spot, leaving Bai Ji alone and disheveled in the rain.

So I still have to drive back all by myself!?

After they returned, Ren Suo went straight home, while Dong Chengling took Cha Xian'er on a tour of the academy. It was expected that Cha Xian'er would soon be handed off to Vice Chancellor Yuan Chu. Yuan Chu, who had secured the position of Vice Chancellor as a Third-turn Cultivator, specialized in handling administrative affairs and receiving important figures from higher up.

Ren Suo first checked the changes in Truth Points on his emotional relationships list:

Dong Chengling: +330 points

Bai Ji: +180 points

Qiao Muyi: +150 points

Yu Kuangtu: -5 points

There was no new entry for Cha Xian'er's emotions.

Given my inability to be emotionally moved, Cha Xian'er's absence from my list means she still views me as a stranger.

Indeed, choosing to please Dong Chengling rather than agree to Cha Xian'er's request was the correct decision.

Ren Suo took off Pandora's Magic Box and picked up his phone to find several new messages.

*Salted Fish Never Loses*: "Big Brother Ren really isn't all that great. Do you really need to like someone to find motivation in life? Come on, I'll introduce you to an idol—she's J-Pop, you know!"

*Gu Yan*: "As a student, your primary task is to study hard, learn well, and cultivate diligently. When it comes to romance, unless it's an irresistible force, it's best not to be impulsive. When you become a better person, you will naturally encounter a love that belongs to you. Keep it up!"

*Twinkle Twinkle Bright and Shiny*: "My brother doesn't like women. You don't stand a chance."

It's not that I'm afraid of you trying to dissuade me; I'm afraid of you not saying anything at all.

Ren Suo, simulating the mindset of a female college student, replied to each message. He quickly blended in with them as 'Ren Suo fangirl,' steering the conversation to other topics. Ren Suo was well-versed in their interests, and as Xiao Ren, it was quite simple to cater to their preferences and become friends. The 'Ren Suo fangirl' persona was merely an entry point.

However, the Door of Truth still registered no corresponding emotions.

Ren Suo believed the three of them had accepted Xiao Ren's existence, but the Door of Truth seemed to reject relationships built on a purely virtual level. It looks like I'll have to meet them in person after all, just like Xiao Suo had to meet Zhao Huo before he could harvest Zhao Huo's leeks. Otherwise, no matter how much effort I put in, it will be for nothing.

According to this theory, becoming friends with a Vtuber (virtual idol streamer) is also not feasible. Whether I 'stan' one or become a fan of multiple Vtubers, I won't receive the Door of Truth's blessing.

Live streamers might be a bit more plausible. However, I have no experience in that area. If I wanted to become a fan of Vtubers, I'd need Zhao Huo's help—in fact, Zhao Huo is already trying to get Xiao Suo interested in Vtubers.

Meeting them in real life, huh...

Ren Suo quickly formulated a complete plan.

Four hours, three people... That shouldn't be a problem. If it is, I can just try a few more times.

While pretending to be Xiao Ren and developing friendships with them, and also writing papers for the Tactical Bureau, evening soon arrived.

Ren Suo took the initiative to go pick up Little Jiu from school with an umbrella. Increasing Little Jiu's emotional value was rather easy; just spending more time with her would do it. Actions like picking her up from school resulted in a significant increase, so Ren Suo naturally took charge of this task.

It was just that Little Jiu loved visiting the snack shop outside school to buy treats. If she ate too many, Dong Chengling would be displeased. Ren Suo was still figuring out how to strike the right balance.

Walking Little Jiu home under the umbrella, Ren Suo entered Dong Chengling's home to see an unfamiliar pair of shoes in the entryway—though not entirely unfamiliar, as they were Cha Xian'er's, from the Li-Ning Wu Dao series. Girls wearing such shoes left a strong impression.

"Cheng Ling," Ren Suo called out.

Little Jiu quickly slipped into her slippers and shouted, "Sister Ling, I'm back!"

Little Jiu ran straight to the kitchen. Ren Suo looked around but didn't see the Black Cat.

Has the Black Cat gone to play with her feline friends again? But it's raining outside. Should I go look for her?

Luna's emotional value fluctuated rather peculiarly. It wasn't hard to increase, nor was it easy; it depended entirely on Luna's mood. Sometimes it would suddenly soar, and other times it might abruptly plummet. Overall, however, it was trending upwards. All Ren Suo could do was try to play with her as much as possible.

Little Jiu came running out again, grabbed Ren Suo's arm, and said, "Big brother, there's a new sister inside."

"I know." Ren Suo glanced at Little Jiu and noticed she wasn't very happy. He quickly understood. "You don't like the new sister?"

Little Jiu was naturally perceptive of others' true emotions. Even if Cha Xian'er didn't show it outwardly, if she disliked Little Jiu internally, Little Jiu would sense it.

Therefore, Little Jiu's affection was the lowest priority in Ren Suo's selling sequence—it was the only relationship he was certain he couldn't cultivate again. Once he sold it, Little Jiu would surely notice. Not only would it be impossible to rekindle, but it would also trigger an unpredictable chain reaction.

Unless it's the absolute last resort.

"Not really, it's just..." Little Jiu fidgeted. "I don't really dare to get close to her. I feel a bit... unnerved."

Unnerved? Is it Fear of a strange Fourth-Stage Cultivator? It seems Cha Xian'er is much stronger than I anticipated.

Ren Suo nodded silently, went to the bathroom to get a towel, and began drying Little Jiu's hair. Because Little Jiu was much shorter than him, her hair had still gotten wet from the wind and rain despite Ren Suo holding the umbrella.

Little Jiu giggled happily, enjoying Ren Suo's attention. Afterwards, she lay on the sofa to play with her phone.

When Ren Suo entered the kitchen, he found the Black Cat there—she was lying beside the chopping board. Dong Chengling wasn't cooking; Cha Xian'er was chopping vegetables!

Ren Suo was genuinely puzzled. "What's going on here?"

Cha Xian'er spoke up first, "Ah, I asked Ling'er to let me cook. I actually quite enjoy watching food videos and learning to cook, but I'm usually too busy with work and rarely get the chance. I finally have some free time now, so Ling'er let me try, hmm."

Dong Chengling added, "Xian'er is a very good cook. We chatted earlier, and she knows a lot of little tricks. So, we're cooking together tonight."

"I get all that, but why is the cat here?" Ren Suo pointed at the Black Cat. Only then did he notice Dong Chengling occasionally pressing down on the Black Cat, which was why it lay there so obediently.

Dong Chengling replied, "I don't know why either. Xian'er requested it."

Cha Xian'er said, "I don't know why either, but in the cooking videos, there's always a cat nearby, hmm." 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"...Then I'll wait outside." Ren Suo wordlessly retreated to the living room and sat down.

Cha Xian'er and Dong Chengling exchanged a smile and continued cooking. Cha Xian'er giggled, "Does Ren Suo come to your place for dinner every day, hmm?"

"Yes," Dong Chengling replied. "We both got tired of the canteen food, and he can't cook, so I do the cooking."

The matter-of-fact tone in Dong Chengling's voice made Cha Xian'er pause for a moment. Then she smiled. "You and Ren Suo are really close, hmm."

Dong Chengling smiled and gently petted the Black Cat. "He's my lover."

Faced with such a blatant declaration of sovereignty, Cha Xian'er wasn't surprised in the slightest. As she chopped vegetables, she said nonchalantly, "That's great. Then you can definitely help me, hmm."

Dong Chengling was a little surprised. "Help you with what?"

Cha Xian'er didn't look at her, placing an onion on the chopping board and beginning to slice it.

A voice, soft as if a tongue were exploring her ear canal, reaching into the depths of her very mind, whispered beside Dong Chengling's ear:

"Ren Suo... does he have some very interesting little secret, hmm?"