QT: Against My Will-Chapter 589 - 10.01- World Story - Rebirth Of The Heart
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World name: Rebirth of the Heart
Rank: E
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In 2226, Luxington was a stunning blend of futuristic and vintage styles. The city gleamed with metallic structures and was alive with the buzz of airships and hovercars.
In this setting, Isabella’s story began. Born into a family of esteemed nobles, she set her sights on Edward Ashtor.
Edward wasn’t just a good-looking man; he was an heir of the Ashtor family — a lineage rich in history and wealth that was amassed over the generations.
Every girl dreamed of catching his attention, and Isabella was no exception.
Isabella had briefly dated Edward, and for a short while, she felt like she was living her dream. The dream of becoming his fiance and eventually wife, however, was short-lived. Edward dated her out of obligation to his family, not because he genuinely liked her. On the outside, he treated her lovely, but behind closed doors, he didn’t even talk to her. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂
This only intensified Isabella’s obsessive quest to win his affection.
Instead of offering her body to Edward as she had planned, she ended up sharing a bed with Daniel — Edward’s unassuming lawyer.
Isabelle had never taken notice of Daniel. Humble beginnings marked his childhood. Daniel grew up in the lesser-known, impoverished quarters of the city. To make matters worse, he was already in a committed relationship.
When Isabelle was faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Daniel took full responsibility. He broke up with his girlfriend and married Isabella.
Even though she miscarried, he refused to divorce her. Even when she became obese and intentionally ugly, he stayed.
Transitioning from a successful career as a lawyer, Daniel entered the world of politics. His charismatic leadership and dedication to public service earned him respect and propelled him to a high-ranking position.
Yet, Isabella was blind to it all and continued to chase after Edward, remaining oblivious to the growing tensions and the dangerous undercurrents shaping the country.
Amidst the dazzling backdrop, the poorer sections of the country were mired in struggle — their residents living in cramped, neglected areas.
This eventually led Isabelle into a fatal accident. Her family got caught in the crossfire of the country’s political unrest, and was brutally assassinated right before her eyes during an outbreak of violence.
As she lay there, protected by Daniel and surrounded by the devastation of her family, she was overwhelmed with regret.
Edward may have been born into old money, but he didn’t have real influence like his parents. Compared to Daniel, he was spoiled and self-centered, with lacking accomplishments.
Obtaining a second chance in life, Isabelle was determined to make things right. She would no longer chase after Edward; she would protect her family from their demise and support Daniel’s political career with all her might!
[World mission: Search for the broken soul the HQ had brought here and stabilize it. Reward: 7500 points.]
["What do you mean to look for it? You don’t know where it is? How about its record? Any information on its past?"]
[You’ve already met it. It’s Li Jie’s soul— the idol you encountered during your acting career. Someone had broken his soul.]
["Oh! I remember him!"]
Bing Shi quickly picked a body of her choice.
["Alright, I’m ready. Let’s go!" ]
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Year: 2222
Bing Shi woke up in the body of Seraphine Blackwood. In stark contrast to Isabella’s wealth and privilege, she came from a humbling background like Daniel. Both grew up in an orphanage.
Bing Shi’s eyes fluttered open, and before she could recollect where she was, her surroundings shifted, and she found herself sitting on the lap of an unfamiliar man.
"Hello there," he whispered, his voice filled with curiosity as he studied the woman he had just teleported to his side. She had wavy blond hair that flowed down her shoulders, framing a captivating smile, and eyes that shone like honey-brown gems.
"Hello, who?" Bing Shi’s fingers gently traced the unfamiliar face, revealing his striking features. His light brown hair reflected a warm, sun-kissed hue, and his deep-set sapphire-blue eyes held a magnetic allure.
He whispered a name to her ears, tracing his fingers alongside her calf before setting up an exoskeleton inside of her legs.
"That name sounds familiar," Bing Shi pondered playfully, "Where could I have heard it?"
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Isabella took a deep breath as she stood before Edward’s apartment, determined to retrieve her belongings and end her relationship with him first.
As she entered his condo, her anticipation turned into a chilling shock. Traces of clothes lay scattered on the floor, leading her on a dreadful path towards the bed inside the bedroom.
The scene that unfolded before her was far from what she had imagined. Disgusting moans echoed from under the sheets, where Edward was entangled with someone else.
Isabella’s heart sank like a stone when she saw her previous boyfriend, Edward, in the company of another woman.
The shock of it all was overwhelming, and for a moment, she felt a deep sense of betrayal wash over her. She wasn’t feeling sad for herself but for Daniel. After all, it was not only his best friend that had betrayed him but also his girlfriend.
Isabelle quickly activated her neural interface with a touch of her bracelet. A barely noticeable icon flickered to life in the corner of her vision, indicating that the recording had started.
She then saved the recording, locking the moment away in her bracelet, ensuring she had undeniable proof of the cheating duo.
Without a word, she quietly slipped away from the scene, ’What happened between Seraphine and Daniel?’ Isabella wondered, clutching her fingers tightly.
If Isabelle recalled right, Edward ended up marrying someone from a less affluent family compared to hers and had never been seen with Seraphine in public. She was sure his family wouldn’t have accepted Seraphine’s humble beginnings anyway. If there was ever something between them, it must have been kept a secret.
Isabelle also remembered that Daniel would sometimes seek comfort at the bottom of a bottle. After all, one such night had led him to get drunk and sleep with her.
At times, Isabelle felt that Daniel was holding off on the divorce just to prolong her misery. Because not long after Daniel married her, Seraphine was found dead in her bathroom.
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Bing Shi covered her chest with the white sheet. Her eyebrow raised in an accusatory arch. "Why do other women have keys to your apartment?"
She turned to Xuan Mu, who lay next to her, awaiting an explanation. They were sitting on the couch in the living room when suddenly, he remowed all their clothes and ran toward the master bed, telling her to start moaning like a popcorn star.
Xuan Mu’s response was less than reassuring. "Beats me," he wrapped his arm around her shoulder, thinking how someone had to interrupt them at the best part, "Probably Edward’s girlfriend or wife, who knows?"
Bing Shi pinched his cheek while asking Kuro what timeline they were in, "You cheating mummy. You should break up with her immediately."
"Well," he began, "She probably caught me in the act and is in the process of breaking up with me anyway. And just in case it was my wife," he added, "She’d get half of my fortune in the divorce settlement."
His attempt at humor was feeble, given the surreal circumstances they found themselves in. He paused momentarily, then added with a touch of seriousness, "What about your love life?"
"Let me tell you more about this unfortunate person," Bing Shi then asked Kuro to give her information on her relationships with other people besides the leads, "...It’s actually the male lead, heh..."
"...Heh?" Xuan Mu’s grip around her shoulders firmed up, "If you’re considering going the Silvia route again, know that my counterplay won’t be something you’ll enjoy."
"I’m not letting Seraphine take charge of her body for the sake of my experiments again, if that’s what you are thinking," Bing Shi giggled, wrapping her hands around his neck, "Where is Stinky Bun?"
Xuan Mu kissed her cheek, satisfied with her answer, "Ru Quan is watching over him."
"And Xiao Pu?"
"Not born yet."
The time in this world flowed differently. A year in here equaled a day in which Shina (Dai An) was staying.
