Reboot the heyday

But speaking of which, does this "bedtime friend" level count as an upgrade?

We've been married for a long time, and although we've upgraded from the bedroom level to the bed level, it doesn't feel real.

Back then, Wang Taika progressed step by step from the warehouse level to the entryway level, the toilet level, the living room level, and finally the bedroom level. Each level advancement represented a super leap in Noona's favorability.

At first, Nuna would show a disgusted expression when she just approached, but later she felt a great sense of accomplishment when he touched her little hand, hugged her little waist, kissed her little mouth, and touched the teddy bear!

I thought the bedroom level was the maximum, but I didn't expect there to be sub-categories. It feels like a fantasy novel writer who couldn't continue, so they created nested levels.

Wang Taika pondered for a moment, then couldn't help but ask, "Nuna, compared to the 'Bedroom' level, does this 'Bedtime' level have any special offers? Otherwise, if there's just an upgrade without any rewards, it's easy for people to quit the game!"

Upon hearing this, Nuna was utterly speechless, saying with a wry smile, "What haven't I given you that I should have given you? I've done everything I shouldn't have given you. What more do you want?"

Wang Taika waved his hand: "I was just asking."

"Fine, then I'll tell you. 'Bedtime Level' is just an honorary title, nothing more." Nuna was unusually arrogant for a moment, then turned and snorted.

Honorary title? I understand. This is equivalent to receiving the Nine Bestowments, a crown with ten tassels, riding in a golden chariot, being drawn by six horses, and using the imperial regalia for coming and going.

It may seem insignificant, and in reality, it's not very useful. But when you possess it, it signifies that you've acquired a qualification—a qualification to go further and push your luck.

Wang Taika wondered what would happen if he and Noona did some light BDSM.
It's just that there are no props available right now. Otherwise, given Wang Taika's extreme personality, he would have insisted that Noona cooperate and wear them!
However, if Wang Taika really makes that request, given his "bed-like" level of devotion, Noona would probably have a 60% chance of agreeing! Surprising, isn't it!

Wang Taika didn't act innocent after getting the benefit; he simply followed Noona and thought of another problem.

"I'm practically a bedmate here, how come we're still friends?"

Nuna laughed upon hearing this: "It's just 'friend'! I don't want to admit it's 'male friend' or any other title. If I really called you that, I would have a possessive feeling towards you. In that case, I would be the one who gets hurt and sad in the end. So 'friend' is just right, not too close, not too far. We're at this distance, just a little bit apart. Just looking at you like this makes me feel at ease."

Wang Taika was speechless; no matter how he said it, he was in the wrong.

Noona smiled. What she had just said was her true feeling, and she didn't want Wang Taika to feel guilty. So she changed the subject, saying, "Also, a long, long time ago, you, Yoona, and I went to... which palace again? We were having dinner together, and I think I heard something."

Wang Taika had a bad feeling: "What did you say? If you can't remember, then don't say it."

"No need to think, I remember." Noona laughed. "Didn't you shamelessly tell Yoona that friends are for 'kissing'? Wow, that damn Chinese pun, you really found the most shameless way to translate it. So I think friends are fine. Do you want to kiss me now?"

When it comes to bringing up old grievances, Wang Taika is no match for Noona. Embarrassed by her retort, he forced a dry laugh and said, "I'd like to, but the way you're asking makes me feel the atmosphere isn't right yet."

"Hahaha!" Nuna was delighted.

The two strolled around, chatting and laughing. It had been a long time since they'd experienced this kind of date. They both cherished the moment.

As they reached the entrance to a night market, Nuna suddenly stopped and pointed to a small stall by the roadside: "What's that?"

Wang Taika followed Noona's finger and saw a stall selling handmade jewelry, filled with bracelets, necklaces, and earrings made of seashells and colorful beads. They shimmered under the light, looking rough but possessing a rustic beauty.

"Shall we go take a look?" Wang Taika asked.

"Ah."

Nuna walked up to the stall, squatted down, and carefully examined the jewelry. After browsing for a while, she picked up a bracelet made of small white seashells and held it up to her wrist.

Wang Taika stood next to Noona, looking down at her. The lights of the night market cast a soft glow on Noona's face, and the way she looked intently at the bracelet gave her a quiet, serene beauty.

Noona has that kind of charm, and the closer you get to her, the more you feel like you don't have her.

"Does it look good?" Noona held up her wrist for Wang Taika to see. "Yes, it looks good." Wang Taika nodded.

I meant the bracelet.

"Hehe, I was talking about bracelets too!"

Noona glared at Wang Taika, but a smile crept onto her face; she couldn't resist. She turned to ask the stall owner the price, intending to haggle a little. Wang Taika had already handed her a banknote.

"I want to buy it myself," Nuna stubbornly insisted; she hadn't exchanged any currency this time.

"I'll take you." Wang Taika smiled, knowing that Noona just wanted to tease him.

Actually, this bracelet is very cheap, only about ten yuan. Nuna was very happy, and stretched out her wrist: "Okay, then help me put it on."

Wang Taika took the bracelet and carefully put it on Noona. The seashell was small, and the clasp was thin, so it took him several clumsy attempts to fasten it.

Noona waited with her wrist outstretched, watching Wang Taika's serious expression, pursing her lips, quiet and still, like a cat waiting to have its bell tied to it.

Wang Taika, that idiot, finally put it on. Noona rotated her wrist, and the seashell reflected slightly under the light: "Thank you."

"You're welcome."

"Then I'll give you one too." Before Wang Taika could refuse, Noona had already turned around and started picking one out from the stall.

Wang Taika actually doesn't like wearing any jewelry, not even watches. But this time he definitely won't refuse.

Noona spent a long time choosing before finally selecting a knotted bracelet made of dark blue beads and black cord. It was a very simple design, but the colors suited Wang Taika very well.

Of course, Wang Taika still paid for it. Noona hadn't exchanged any currency and had nothing on her. Even so, she dared to come directly to Wang Taika, which shows how much she trusted him.

But it doesn't really matter who pays, since we're all family.

But this time, Noona insisted on transferring money to Wang Taika via her mobile phone. It wasn't about the amount of money, but about the gift. And since it was a gift, she felt she should buy it herself.

To be honest, Noona felt quite ashamed. Regardless of how much of a scumbag Wang Taika was, he treated her exceptionally well. He never shortchanged her in terms of material things or resources.

Over the years, Noona has never actually given Wang Taika anything. It seems like they've spent so much time arguing and tormenting each other, with truly romantic moments being few and far between. But each one is unforgettable.

Noona was only happy after Wang Taika, the supervisor, accepted the money.

“Give me your hand,” Nuna said.

Wang Taika obediently stretched out his hand.

Noona bent down to tie Wang Taika's wrist. She tied it slowly, her small fingers moving back and forth on Wang Taika's wrist. Perhaps she wasn't very good at this kind of delicate work, because after tying it once, she felt it was too loose, so she untied it and started tying it again.

Wang Taika was naturally patient and waited; to be honest, it felt pretty good.

As Nuna tied the gift, she said, "Come to think of it, I don't think I've ever given you a proper gift before. That's my fault. Let's leave it at that for now. I'll buy you lots and lots of nice things in the future. I won't neglect you anymore."

Wang Taika felt a warmth in his heart upon hearing this: "Nuna, your existence is already the best gift that fate has given me."

Nuna lowered her head, hiding her laughter: "Why would I rather it be your retribution?" (End of Chapter)