Mini World Game Console-Chapter 856 - 857: Unforeseen Twists and Turns

Pure white. Pale. Stunning. Heart-stirring curves. The dripping and splashing of water.

Gu Yueyan was watching a movie. Lin Xianyu, Ren Xingmei, and Little Jiu were playing games. Black Cat was browsing Weibo and communicating with her fans. None of them noticed that Qiao Muyi's eyes had lost focus. She was quietly staring into the void, a whisper no one could hear escaping her lips:

Wow...

I want to too...

It looks so comfortable...

It took several minutes for Qiao Muyi to snap back to reality, a hint of embarrassment on her face. She thought for a moment, then picked up her phone and dialed.

"Hello?" Dong Chengling was on the other side of Earth, rubbing her hair at home. "I just finished bathing. I'll blow dry my hair and come back."

Yes, just now, Qiao Muyi had seen Dong Chengling bathing through the Eye of Truth.

Qiao Muyi had seen plenty of women bathing. Even the mirrors in her house had a heating function to prevent fogging, allowing her to admire her own bathing figure anytime, anywhere.

But Dong Chengling still managed to astound her. The moment she rubbed shower gel into a lather and gently smeared it over the peaks and valleys of her body was an especially pleasant visual experience for Qiao Muyi, like watching a shower gel advertisement.

Also, there was a small footstool in Dong Chengling's bathroom. Qiao Muyi hadn't quite understood its purpose before, but now she realized Dong Chengling would place her foot on the stool while applying shower gel, then meticulously wash each toe.

She would also carefully clean seemingly insignificant places like her knee joints, elbows, and the insides of her ears. When she couldn't reach her back, she would use a long-handled, soft-bristled brush.

Qiao Muyi already knew Dong Chengling was earnest in everything she did, but she never imagined she'd be so earnest about bathing too—it was just…

Adorable to death!!

Chengling, you really are a good woman. It's a pity you fell for a man. But that's okay. I've fallen for your man too. We share common interests, kindred spirits. So you still can't escape my grasp~

But she had previously promised Ren Suo not to use the Eye of Truth to peek at others, so Qiao Muyi had actually called Dong Chengling intending to apologize.

However, Qiao Muyi suddenly realized—she had only promised Ren Suo, not Dong Chengling.

Xiao Suo is the main one; I must be wholeheartedly devoted to him, shed all masks, and enjoy this romance with all my heart, free of worries. Chengling is different. While she also deserves to be treated well, I can handle things more casually, such as wearing the perfect "bestie" mask to deepen our relationship. Can the scheming between besties even be called scheming? That's just us honing our skills.

With a change of heart, Qiao Muyi smiled and said, "You're bathing too? Xiao Suo is also in the bath. He isn't out yet."

"...Oh." Dong Chengling paused before saying, "Have you finished your bath? Then I'll Teleport to you, Xiao Qiao, in a bit."

Qiao Muyi chuckled. "Ah? You've thought it through so well, Chengling... You weren't planning on surprising Xiao Suo right after your bath, were you?"

"No," Dong Chengling quickly replied. "Let's talk about whatever it is when I get back. I'm going to dry my hair."

Qiao Muyi suddenly noticed something and asked, "Chengling, why is there a butterfly pattern on the back of your hand?"

"A little side effect of a new Spell," Dong Chengling said. "But it's no big deal."

"It looks quite pretty," Qiao Muyi smiled. "What's the effect of the new Spell?"

"It's classified. I can't tell you," Dong Chengling shook her head.

Qiao Muyi understood, since many Tactical Bureau Spells were also not to be disclosed. She extended an invitation, "Chengling, Chengling, shall we bathe together next time?"

"No way. You definitely wouldn't behave," Dong Chengling responded decisively.

Qiao Muyi said, "I can promise you, I'll behave. Look, I promised not to casually use the Eye of Truth to look at Xiao Suo, and I've never broken that promise."

Dong Chengling replied, "...Really?"

Qiao Muyi let out a soft sigh. "Chengling, you're the only friend I have who is similar to me in so many ways. I've always wanted to try many things with a friend. Like sleeping together, going to a spa, singing together, bathing together... This trip, aside from being our final trial with Xiao Suo, I actually wanted to become better friends with you all. Perhaps I'm being too impatient..."

Dong Chengling was silent for a while, then said, "If you really won't grope or rub against me..."

"Absolutely not," Qiao Muyi smiled.

Dong Chengling is so easy to deceive.jpg

Of course, Qiao Muyi would keep her word; she wasn't like Ren Suo, who would be influenced by hormonal rushes. She was in no hurry; just being able to admire from up close was enough to satisfy her. Moreover, first sleeping intimately together, and now bathing together—Dong Chengling's boundaries with her were constantly lowering. Next, Qiao Muyi naturally had a full plan prepared; a happy and beautiful life was just around the corner. If this were measured by game progression standards, it would be: Dong Chengling 30% (touchable), Gu Yueyan 15% (huggable), Ren Suo 200% (deeply in love).

Dong Chengling said helplessly, "I thought for something like bathing, you would ask Suo..."

Qiao Muyi blinked, her expression one of surprise. "Chengling, you're so bold! Are you thinking of the three of us bathing together? If we do, though, we'd probably have to bathe twice..."

"No, that's not it!"

"Then you mean, you're willing to Sacrifice Xiao Suo, so you and I can bathe..."

"No! I'm going to dry my hair!"

Hearing the usually honest Dong Chengling on the verge of anger, Qiao Muyi couldn't help but chuckle. "Alright, see you in a bit... Oh, and there's something else I wanted to say."

Dong Chengling: "Hmm?"

Although Qiao Muyi wouldn't let Dong Chengling know that she had spied on her, Qiao Muyi's conscience wouldn't allow her to deceive her kind and adorable best friend just like that. She had to give some hint, some apology, a touch of embarrassment... The thousands of words in Qiao Muyi's heart ultimately condensed into one phrase:

"Thank you for the treat."

After hanging up, Qiao Muyi glanced at the bathroom door.

Dong Chengling had clearly been bathing for a long time, so Ren Suo's strange behavior in the bathroom just now must have had nothing to do with Dong Chengling. Xiao Suo is still pure and innocent! But why did he seem so exhausted, and why did he spend so much time in the bathroom...? Realizing a certain possibility, Qiao Muyi's eyes suddenly widened. No way? Xiao Suo is that intense? Then what about tonight?

「...」

"Hoo..." Ren Suo let out a long breath, feeling an endless pleasure erupt from every cell in his body, feeding back to his sensory nerves! After striving for so long, he finally felt a sense of release.

He had the serene eyes of a great monk who had seen through the illusions of the mortal world. Calmly, he muttered to himself, "I'm good now."

At this moment, Ren Suo could be said to have entered the Supreme Sage State. No sorrow, no joy; no desires, no demands.

Because he had just completed one Circulation.

After Dong Chengling had gone home, Ren Suo was shocked to discover that a cold shower could no longer solve his problem. His mind was filled with images of Dong Chengling—or rather, his brain felt like it was migrating to his lower body. His body was like a grenade with the pin pulled, ready to explode at the slightest touch.

However, Ren Suo still had an ultimate solution: Cultivation.

The "Mysterious Sovereign's Secret Records - Foundation Establishment" placed very high demands on a Cultivator's mental state. Only by completely emptying one's thoughts and calming one's mind could one cultivate. But Ren Suo had the Mini-World Game Console to assist, naturally allowing him to quickly enter a Cultivation State.

However, this Cultivation Method was extremely exhausting, akin to making an ordinary person perpetually sprint the final hundred meters of a ten-kilometer marathon. It was enough to leave Ren Suo so tired that his mind went blank, with no other thought but to "give up."

But after completing one Circulation, the feedback from the Spiritual Qi Cyclone to the body was enough to make a Cultivator feel rejuvenated. That pleasure could even slightly overshadow the happiness Ren Suo had felt while being intimate with Dong Chengling just moments before.

However, the process of Cultivation was truly too exhausting; only the final moment brought pleasure. In contrast, Ren Suo's interactions with his girlfriend were pleasant throughout, and the final moment—if there were a final moment—could push that pleasure to its peak.

Ren Suo stretched his limbs and then submerged himself back into the warm water. He poked the floating rubber ducky with his finger, slowly relaxing his body and mind.

By now, Dong Chengling should be about to return from her home.

Staring blankly at the little duck, Ren Suo couldn't help but cover his mouth, swallowing back the low, mournful sounds that rose from deep in his throat: "UUUUHH—"

Ren Suo, do you have any idea what you just did!? She's your girlfriend, Dong Chengling! She was offering to take you to her home where no one could disturb you! Her house is huge! The bed is also very soft! And she's so beautiful she could cause a hormonal Tsunami! If you had agreed, would you still be so tired now that you don't even want to move a finger? ...Probably, but I could use Saving Lives and Healing the Injured to strengthen myself.

Ren Suo sighed deeply, but he didn't feel much regret. If he had agreed, he could have, of course, enjoyed a few hours of pleasure, but he would inevitably have to endure corresponding pain afterward.

Young Master Mu, Yueyan, and Little Sister would definitely be furious, and even Luna might get angry—she's most concerned about having children. Even if Ren Suo could be fearless because he's favored, what about Dong Chengling? Dissatisfaction leads to misunderstandings, misunderstandings lead to Resentment, and Resentment leads to war. Besides, as the saying goes, 'learn from past mistakes.' They would inevitably think, 'If Dong Chengling can do it, why can't I?' Then they'd act recklessly, indulge themselves wantonly, leading to mutual grudges, igniting the flames of conflict, and ultimately, the situation would be beyond saving. The worst outcome would be a massive fight at the wedding: winner takes the bride, loser bites the dust. Even if Ren Suo had the Ability to suppress them, it would only postpone the war. Once a rift is formed, once the chains of hatred are linked, they aren't so easily broken. Moreover, Ren Suo didn't want that. Even if he could appease everyone, he still hoped to achieve a grand Reunion ending for all. Only then would he have a chance to unlock all the CGs, including some theoretically possible, exceptionally rare, multiplayer free-for-all CGs...

After much thought, Ren Suo finally decided to inconvenience himself and painfully turn down Dong Chengling's invitation.

He had sacrificed so much for this family!

He didn't know if Dong Chengling had managed to quickly calm herself or if she also felt the timing wasn't right tonight; regardless, she left decisively. Ren Suo didn't even have a chance to regret it.

He sighed, blew hard to push the rubber ducky to the farthest end of the bathtub, then got up with a grunt, dried off with a towel, put on his robe, dried his hair, and left!

Seeing him emerge, Gu Yueyan put down her tablet and looked at him with displeasure. "You took quite a while."

Ren Xingmei also said, "We played five rounds. Are you that vain now, brother?"

Little Jiu put her hands on her hips and said, "If I had known, I would have gone in to bathe with Big Brother."

Lin Xianyu asked, "There are no Casting Spells materials in there. How could you stay in for so long?"

"Sorry, sorry," Ren Suo apologized with a smile. "Who's next?"

"Me." Gu Yueyan picked up her clothes and walked toward the bathroom. As she passed Ren Suo, she suddenly asked, "Mr. Suo, do I smell sweaty?"

Ren Suo blinked, leaned down to sniff her cheek, and shook his head. "No, you smell pretty nice."

Gu Yueyan then asked, "What about my face? Is my face dirty?"

Ren Suo looked carefully and shook his head again. "No, and... huh? Why does it seem like you've become even prettier, Yueyan? Are you wearing makeup?"

Gu Yueyan asked further, "Then what about my lips? Do they look delicious?"

Ren Suo blinked.

A minute later, Gu Yueyan finally went to shower, satisfied.

Ren Suo dragged his utterly exhausted body to the bed and was then poked in the foot by his sister—just moments before, Ren Suo and Gu Yueyan had been tasting each other's lips right in front of Ren Xingmei. She didn't retract her foot after poking him but left it resting in his arms; her fair foot with its smooth, rounded toes made Ren Suo feel like he was back in his childhood.

Yes, when he was a child, he would stick his smelly feet in front of his sister and ask if they smelled nice—it was an emotional bonding activity between siblings. Later, when his mother discovered Ren Suo's misconduct and he was beaten severely, he also had to endure the cruel punishment of smelling his father's socks. That experience led him to truly mend his ways. Speaking of which, Zhao Zili's miraculous trip to the countryside should have also cured Dad's smelly feet...

At this moment, Qiao Muyi sat down next to him, her face full of concern. "How are you feeling?"

"Hmm?" Ren Suo blinked. "I'm okay, just a bit tired."

Qiao Muyi opened her mouth as if to speak, then closed it, a flicker of hesitation in her eyes. After a moment, a relieved smile finally graced her lips. She took Ren Suo's hand, her fingers intertwining with his, and said, "Your health is the most important thing; don't push yourself."

"Hmm?" Ren Suo scratched his head. "No worries, no worries. I'm a Fourth-Stage Cultivator. I'll be bursting with Energy in no time. You can rest assured, Young Master Mu!"

"Really?" Qiao Muyi leaned in close to Ren Suo's face and pressed her hand against his chest. "But your heart is beating really fast."

"...It's fast because of you," Ren Suo replied, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

Ren Xingmei watched them warily, lightly prodding Ren Suo's stomach with her foot.

Qiao Muyi glanced casually at Ren Xingmei, who stiffened briefly then obediently turned over to continue playing her mobile game. But Ren Xingmei was actually opening WeChat to send a message to Dong Chengling:

"Sister Ling, come back quickly! Sister Qiao is starting a rebellion!"

Qiao Muyi laughed. "So it's my fault your heart's racing?"

Ren Suo shrugged. "You don't need to be charming all the time. It's not like I'm going to run away."

"In my eyes, you're also very charming. Would my heart race too?" Qiao Muyi asked with a smile.

"Probably... I guess!?"

Ren Suo suddenly froze, his eyes widening as he watched Qiao Muyi guide his hand to a soft, bouncy place.

With a flirtatious smile, Qiao Muyi questioned, "Can you feel my heartbeat speeding up?"

Technically, he couldn't feel it. A heartbeat is transmitted by vibrations; if the distance was too great, coupled with sufficient dampening, it was perfectly normal not to feel it...

Qiao Muyi gave his cheek a light kiss and asked in a seductive tone, "Does this help revive your spirits?"

Ren Suo finally realized what was happening, feeling the suppressed heat within him threatening to surge again!

I touched it! I'm so thrilled! Ah, I'm going to die! It was like an instant Mana Replenishment, all Exhaustion vanished, his body filled with Energy; Ren Suo felt like he could take on ten Zhao Huos!

"Xiao Qiao."

Before Ren Suo had time to relish the sensation, Qiao Muyi was pulled away. She turned her head to look at the figure behind her and smiled. "Ah la la, Chengling, you're back?"

Dong Chengling had suddenly Teleported onto the bed, catching everyone off guard. Seeing her pull Qiao Muyi away, the three who were gaming were a bit confused—they assumed Qiao Muyi had just been routinely taking advantage of Ren Suo.

Sitting down on the bed, Dong Chengling asked seriously, "Xiao Qiao, what are you doing?"

Qiao Muyi's lips curved into a smile as she replied, "Playing with Xiao Suo! It's a free round now, so it's fine if I seize every second, right?"

Dong Chengling said nothing, just silently watching her. Qiao Muyi knew this excuse wouldn't hold. Although they had no explicit rules, they all knew where the unspoken boundaries of contact lay, and she had indeed overstepped just now.

Qiao Muyi looked at Dong Chengling and, after a moment's contemplation, said, "Also, Xiao Suo seemed very tired after his shower, so I wanted to cheer him up. Is that not okay?"

"Very tired?" Dong Chengling was slightly taken aback and looked at Ren Suo.

Just then, Ren Suo felt the link between him and Dong Chengling re-establish, and his Exhaustion was transmitted to Dong Chengling without any loss. The next second, the link closed. Dong Chengling's eyes held a trace of apology as she said, "So that's how it is."

Qiao Muyi looked at Dong Chengling in surprise, wondering why Dong Chengling was not only so easy to deceive tonight but also so easy to talk to.

After thinking for a bit, Dong Chengling said to Ren Suo, "Do you need my help?"

Ren Suo was shocked: You want to help too?!

Qiao Muyi was delighted: Is Chengling planning the same thing as me tonight?

Meeting Dong Chengling's eager eyes and glancing at the two of them in their robes, Ren Suo gulped and nodded emphatically.

Whether it's a blessing or a curse, one can't escape what's fated. The suffering I'm meant to endure, I will ultimately bear! Let the storm rage even more fiercely!

A minute later, Qiao Muyi, pinned down on the couch by Dong Chengling, asked in bewilderment, "Chengling, why are you holding me down?"

"To keep you from bothering Suo," Dong Chengling said earnestly.

Qiao Muyi argued, "But he wants us to bother him..."

"Not at all. He surely wants to concentrate right now." Dong Chengling continued, "The reason he's so exhausted is because of his Cultivation practice. He must want to seize every minute to improve his Cultivation level. After all, we've taken up quite a bit of his time during the day and night; he can only practice his Cultivation Technique and study Spells during his free rounds... Before he goes to sleep, we shouldn't disturb him."

Qiao Muyi wore an expression that clearly said, 'I'm just going to watch you spout nonsense.' "Xiao Suo... seizing every minute to cultivate?"

"Yes!" Dong Chengling was absolutely certain that Ren Suo's Exhaustion was entirely caused by Cultivation! She was all too familiar with that feeling of weariness; she would never mistake it!

The thought that Ren Suo could still cultivate under such emotionally confusing circumstances made Dong Chengling feel a wave of shame—by comparison, Dong Chengling couldn't even think about Cultivation, let alone calm her mind, even now. As expected of the man I like; his attainments in Cultivation have already far surpassed mine! Yet, as his lover, not only can I not progress with him, I'm even hindering his learning and advancement due to my Desire! She felt like she had become the slacker dragging down the top student!

To make up for this, Dong Chengling decided to intercept Qiao Muyi and give Ren Suo some peaceful time for Cultivation!

Dong Chengling blinked at Ren Suo, as if to say, 'You can do it!'

Ren Suo was completely bewildered, wondering what exactly had gone wrong. Didn't we agree you'd help with Mana Replenishment? Why did Chengling pull Young Master Mu away instead... and leave herself... and sit so far away? Could it be... Chengling was angry? Quite possible. After all, I had just rejected her invitation, and then she sees me getting cozy with Young Master Mu. Thinking about it, I guess I was being pretty unreasonable. I should have accepted her invitation.

At that moment, Ren Suo saw Dong Chengling typing on her phone. Ren Xingmei promptly withdrew her tiny feet, and the gaming trio settled at the edge of the bed, far from Ren Suo.

Could this be the legendary... isolation punishment?! He didn't know, and he didn't dare to ask. He could only obediently do his own thing.

Ren Suo reached out to scoop Black Cat into his arms to pet, slightly replenishing some Mental Energy, then took out his phone.

His view was filled with his sweet and delightful girlfriends, yet Ren Suo could only choose to play games.