0p0 Chapter 159 Moonlight and Night Breeze
Chapter 159 Moonlight and Night Breeze
the other side.
Uncle led Bai Li and Guan Cha through the corridor.
The corridor was shrouded in the hazy night, and the wall lamps on both sides emitted a dim yellow glow, casting shadows of varying lengths on the ground that swayed as they moved.
A gentle breeze swept by, bringing a touch of coolness.
Guan Cha suddenly squeezed Bai Li's palm, her movements tinged with tension, her fingertips trembling slightly.
Bai Li turned her head and saw the young man's hesitant gaze, his eyes deep and bright, as if he had many words hidden in them, but didn't know where to begin.
Long eyelashes cast dappled shadows beneath her eyes, and her Adam's apple bobbed slightly. Considering the location and environment, she swallowed back the words she was about to say.
Only then did Bai Li realize that after she grabbed Guan Cha's hand to stop his impulsiveness, she hadn't let go of it.
The night breeze, carrying the subtle fragrance of roses, swept through the corridor, while the distant banquet music became hazy and indistinct.
Their hands remained tightly clasped together, fingers intertwined, palms pressed together, as if they could feel each other's warmth.
Guan Cha had calmed down by now, no longer showing any signs of her earlier outburst. However, a coral-red blush appeared on the tips of her ears, and her neck tightened with each swallow. Looking at their clasped hands, she felt an indescribable shyness.
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He lowered his head slightly, trying to hide his expression, but the involuntary upward curve of his lips still betrayed his inner joy.
It feels so good to be protected and cared for...
Throughout his life, he was mostly accompanied by loneliness and helplessness. To make a living, he was forced to take exams for others, enduring immense pressure and risks, his dignity was trampled on, and he could only silently bear it.
But just now, Bai Li stood up without hesitation to confront those people, which showed him a new kind of power, a power that can fight against injustice.
Standing under the crystal chandelier, she resembled a drawn sword, the shimmering silver light of her skirt illuminating their ugly faces.
This was the first time he had ever seen such a terrified expression on the face of that arrogant and domineering so-called young master. How ridiculous! It turned out he had nothing to be afraid of after all.
At that moment, the gloom that had lingered in his heart for many years began to gradually dissipate.
It was as if a warm hand had parted the thick clouds, allowing a soul that had been huddled in darkness for years to touch the real sunlight for the first time.
He always thought of himself as insignificant and trivial, struggling to survive in the mire of life.
Like a paper boat abandoned in a rainstorm, it lets the currents of fate tear apart its flimsy shell.
But Bai Li's actions made him realize that he also deserved to be cherished and protected.
The clasped hands brought him more peace of mind than any jewel.
The warmth of interlocking fingers can melt away years of accumulated ice.
[Guan Cha's favorability +11]
Guan Cha's favorability rating: 79
Just as Bai Li subconsciously tried to let go of the hand being held, she heard the system notification sound.
How much? How much did the favorability increase?
Surprisingly, the materialistic blackberry cupcake also reached the level of being liked.
But just as she showed any sign of loosening her grip, Guan Cha held her hand tightly again.
The boy's knuckles suddenly tightened, like a drowning person grasping at the last piece of driftwood.
Bai Li subconsciously looked at Guan Cha, only to see that his cheeks still had a lingering blush, like rouge spreading in the snow, which looked particularly charming under the soft light of the corridor.
The gilded wall lamp ignited two dancing flames in his pupils, scorching the mist in his eyes into dazzling stars.
His eyes were bright and determined, gleaming with a light he had never seen before.
The undercurrent surging in his eyes carried too many emotions, almost drowning him.
There was gratitude, and also an indescribable dependence.
The moment Bai Li's eyes met Guan Cha's, she grasped the key information.
She roughly understood why Guan Cha's favorability rating had suddenly skyrocketed so much.
Looking back on Guan Cha's past, the seemingly contradictory and twisted aspects of his personality largely stemmed from the unfair treatment he suffered in that family.
He was treated as a tool to be used at will, his dignity was trampled on, and all he received were harsh demands, which gradually made him yearn for change.
But today, at this banquet, the situation is completely different.
In front of everyone, he took a strong stance and retaliated against those who had caused Guan Cha pain, using his actions to slap the source of his inner turmoil in the face.
This feeling of being firmly protected and wholeheartedly upheld was unprecedented for Guan Cha.
This intense emotional response far surpassed any fleeting satisfaction that material possessions could provide.
Seeking wealth is merely a bandage to cover up the truth, while maintaining the status quo is the best medicine to cure the root of the problem.
This caused his favorability towards me to increase dramatically.
But it's unclear whether Guan Cha was aware of this.
The person who would stand up for him and take such a strong stance must have substantial financial resources and powerful strength to back him up.
If you don't have the Godly Rich System and don't happen to obtain the [Identity Corrector], you can make some minor modifications to your identity information and turn the tide.
So today at this banquet, facing the arrogant and domineering junior of the Jiang Yang Lin family and the power behind him, the situation will definitely not be as smooth as it is now, and may even fall into an extremely embarrassing situation.
The badge wasn't something Bai Li had from the beginning; it appeared silently in her bag after she used the [Identity Modifier].
She also gained a memory of the badge and instantly knew how to use this badge that represented a token.
This is the power of the [Identity Corrector]: she only needs to set the settings she wants, and the [Identity Corrector] will fill in all the details and support for her.
Thinking of this, Bai Li's gaze unconsciously fell on the hands clasped with Guan Cha's.
Guan Cha's affection for her is probably not just directed at her personally.
What he admired was more the version of himself that had been bestowed with boundless glory by the Godly Rich System.
The moonlight cast long shadows of the two of them, and the hem of her magnificent dress was projected onto the ground, creating illusory flowers.
If one day I lose the halo of the Godly Rich System, will Guan Cha still have such a high favorability rating?
A complex mix of emotions welled up within her.
Guan Cha seemed to sense something and subconsciously tightened her grip on her hand, feeling a warm and strong touch coming from her palm.
Bai Li paused slightly, her previously chaotic thoughts seemingly finding a moment's rest.
She secretly laughed at herself for thinking too much and making things too complicated.
Emotions are something that is difficult to analyze rationally, and should not be given too many preconditions or utilitarian considerations.
Moreover, after acquiring the Godly Rich System, he has undergone tremendous changes in his personality, abilities, and way of handling things.
In a sense, having the "Godly Rich System" is the most authentic version of yourself right now.
If someone like that came to save me during my lowest point, I might even fall in love with him.
If that's the case, why bother figuring out whether Guan Cha likes me as a person or the aura of the super-rich system that comes with me?
Whether it's the former or the latter, it's still yourself.
Perhaps, letting this relationship develop naturally is the best choice.
Thinking of this, the fog in Bai Li's heart gradually dissipated. She gently squeezed Guan Cha's hand and let him lead her as they walked in the moonlight and night breeze.