Chapter 106: Virtual Reality Simulation, Fate Character Chang'e! - Ah? The Wives I Abandoned Turned Out to Be Real

Chapter 106: Virtual Reality Simulation, Fate Character Chang'e! Xiao Qing observed her sister's silence and instantly understood; the vibrant man before them was indeed the lover her sister often dreamed of. But now he was entangled with another young girl—what was her sister to do now? Xiao Qing felt a surge of anger. She was about to transform into her human form to confront Su Mo when Bai Suzhen stopped her. "Don't." "If he doesn't know me in this life, then he has the freedom to love as he wishes." "But sister, you…" "Say no more." Xiao Qing fell quiet, understanding her sister's resolute nature. Once she set her mind on something, not even nine oxen could drag her back. It seemed that this rascal was getting his lucky break. Feeling somewhat indignant, Xiao Qing thought that her celestial-like sister was too extraordinary to be sharing a man with a mere mortal woman. Contrary to Xiao Qing's thoughts, after a bout of initial sadness, Bai Suzhen felt an overwhelming joy. Although things differed from her past life, she was content just to have found Su Lang in the end, no matter what had transpired. That old Daoist truly possessed some skill... Su Mo, meanwhile, was wholly engrossed in matters far more pressing than eating and sleeping, oblivious to the happenings on the rafters of his tavern. Chun Zhu's delicate whimpers floated to Bai Suzhen and Xiao Qing's ears, making the latter itch to throw a stone into Su Mo’s room. "Sister, why is your gentleman so insatiable?" "From the sound of it, it might take several hours." Bai Suzhen merely chuckled. "Don't worry, that little girl can't endure much longer. They should stop soon." Just as Bai Suzhen finished speaking, a man's muffled groan marked the end of the seemingly endless noise. Xiao Qing breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, it had ceased. She then used her spirit sense to observe what would unfold next in the courtyard. Through her spiritual gaze, she saw her sister's gentleman reemerge, securing his belt with a contented expression. He fetched a large bathing tub and began to clean it meticulously. Afterward, he headed to the kitchen for water, presumably to heat it for a bath. However, once inside, the sound of chopping vegetables resonated through the air. Finished with his cooking, the scent of stir-fried dishes and steamed buns wafted out. It seemed he intended not to waste the steam and put the buns in to steam a bit as well. The gentleman of her sister then brought the dishes into the room on a tray with a satisfied look. After dining, he filled the tub with hot water and carried it back into the room. Xiao Qing stared, astonished. How could a mere mortal possess such strength? "Sister, your gentleman is very strong." Bai Suzhen also saw this but considered it a good thing. After all, how else would he have the energy for the world’s most intimate pleasures? In the shared observations of the two women, the room resonated with splashing water and playful laughter. "Su brother, that tickles." "Mm… no, you can't…" Xiao Qing was reluctant to listen further. "Back at it again, they're insatiable." "That girl is audacious, wary of damaging her essence right after her maidenhood." Bai Suzhen, however, wasn't particularly concerned. Her bright eyes were filled with anticipation. "Worry not, with your sister here, she'll come to no harm." "Xiao Qing, would you like to join me?" Embarrassed by her sister's remark, Xiao Qing immediately blushed. "Sister, what are you saying!" "Ah, forget it then." Recalling how Xiao Qing fluttered around Su Lang in their past life, Bai Suzhen couldn't help but chuckle. Hearing her sister's laughter, Xiao Qing felt a spark of grievance. Her once saintly sister now seemed transformed, speaking so casually of such intimate matters. Inviting her to join in—just like a temptress. Oh my! Xiao Qing dared not continue that line of thought. Despite being outwardly flirtatious and alluring, she cherished her chastity deeply. "I wonder when that old bald monk, Fahai, will leave." "Otherwise, we might be stuck hiding here for a while." Bai Suzhen, however, was unperturbed. "It doesn't matter; Fahai won't detect us even if he stays." "We’ll treat this time as an opportunity to cultivate." "Weren't we in that mountain cave for hundreds of years before?" "Alright then…" With no other recourse, Xiao Qing withdrew her spirit sense and began to cultivate quietly. Reluctantly retreating her spirit sense from Su Mo's door, Bai Suzhen also settled into cultivation. No matter what, they would have ample time together in the future. No need to rush. Meanwhile, after bathing with Chun Zhu, Su Mo emptied the dirty water into the river behind the courtyard. He cleaned the tub one more time and tidied up the dining utensils before heading back inside. Only upon returning did he notice Chun Zhu had already fallen into a deep sleep, her breaths steady, and her lashes flickering softly as if lost in a pleasant dream. Seeing her asleep, Su Mo refrained from waking her. Indeed, she must have been exhausted to have dropped off so swiftly. He climbed onto his bed and glanced at the pause progress in the right corner. At some point, the progress had completed—likely completed during the bath with Chun Zhu, unnoticed by him. Launching "Fateful Life," a notification appeared before him. [You died. As a chef in the county office, you were beaten to death by insurgents and cannibalized.] [View life experience?] "No!" [Simulation rewards are being calculated, congratulations on acquiring a family heirloom chef's knife.] Huh? Su Mo was surprised. Unexpectedly, he had received a reward this time. Though it wasn’t a talent, it was better than nothing. Immediately, a solid, hefty kitchen knife materialized in Su Mo's hand. On closer inspection, the blade had a thick spine, sharp edge, and a handle crafted from premium ironwood, perfectly aligned with the blade. A description of the knife appeared in front of him. [Black Iron Chef's Knife.] [Description: An heirloom kitchen knife, passed down through generations, made of black iron, remarkably hard and exceptionally sharp, carrying the honor and legacy of a lineage of chefs.] … Observing the black iron chef's knife, Su Mo felt confident it would last another century without dulling. Casually placing the knife on the bedside table, Su Mo initiated another simulation. … [Begin simulation?] "Start!" [Randomizing birth location.] [You are born in the ancient city of Yi Du.] Yi Du? Su Mo was startled. Ancient times already? And Yi Du at that. Could it be related to Hou Yi, the archer of legend? This simulation promised to offer unique insights into ancient history! With eager anticipation, Su Mo recognized this was a rare opportunity not to be missed. Yet, should he use the talent card and virtual reality capabilities was the question... After contemplating for a moment, Su Mo resolved to wait and see which fate character emerged. Wonder who it would be this time. [Randomizing fate character.] [Your bound fate character is the Moon Palace's Lord, Chang'e!] Chang'e! Su Mo's heart clenched, then raced wildly! Chang'e, truly? The sacred goddess of Chinese myth? In this world created by Zhū Jiŭyīn, what role might she hold in antiquity? And now, she was bound to him. As uncertainty about using the talent card and virtual reality dissipated, Su Mo's decision was reinforced. [Randomizing identity.] [You have been assigned the identity of a descendant of the Chi Qiu people of Jinwu Mountain.] A Chi Qiu descendant from Jinwu Mountain. This dampened Su Mo’s spirits somewhat. Could this be another slave beginning like in the Shang Dynasty? As a descendant of Jinwu Mountain’s Chi Qiu, yet appearing in Yi Du? Reflecting on Hou Yi shooting down the sun, Su Mo felt a headache coming on. The life of a slave, it wouldn’t be easy... The talent card must be used now. Without a favorable start or talent, it would be pure suffering. … [Randomizing talent.] [Detected talent card, would you like to use it?] "Use it!" [Randomizing talents, please select one from the following ten talents to start your game.] Before Su Mo, a spectrum of colored lights appeared, with one notably golden light standing out. 1. **Words of Fortune and Misfortune (Purple):** Your words carry a mysterious power, capable of altering other's luck to some extent. You can curse others with calamity or bless them with extraordinary luck. 2. **Dream Walker (Blue):** You can freely enter others' dreams, but without sufficient mental strength, you might be trapped there forever. 3. **Out-of-Body Experience (Blue):** You can allow your soul to exit the body at will, but inadequate mental strength can prevent your return to your body. 4. **Cold Reading (White):** You possess an innate talent for understanding subtle cues, easily perceiving hidden thoughts through others' micro-expressions. 5. **Light-footedness (White):** Your leg muscles are extraordinary, allowing you to walk and run much faster than ordinary people. 6. **Perfect Pitch (White):** Naturally sensitive to music's melody and rhythm, you can easily master various instruments and perform harmonious music effortlessly. 7. **Rapid Healing (White):** Your healing rate is ten times faster than normal, but your lifespan is only one-tenth that of an ordinary person. 8. **Discerning Tongue (White):** Capable of distinguishing every ingredient in food and medicinal mixtures with precision, yet you find little joy in eating due to your sensitive palate. 9. **Photographic Memory (White):** Since gaining memory, you can recall every life detail but cannot forget anything, leaving you in perpetual suffering. 10. **Solar True Fire (Gold):** You've formed a unique connection with the sun. A flame of solar true fire resides in your heart innately, which can be strengthened through the practice. This fire has various applications such as protection, combat, and forging. Ten talents were displayed: one gold, one purple, two blue, and six white. For Su Mo, choosing a talent was straightforward—he opted for the golden talent without hesitation. Though the purple talent "Words of Fortune and Misfortune" seemed powerful, it presumably had hidden drawbacks. Otherwise, why wouldn't it be classified as a gold talent by "Fateful Life"? Selecting gold when available is always the safest choice! (End of chapter)