Nobody told me this wasn't a game.

Blood Rose deftly removed her boots and stockings, stepping barefoot into the pool.

With a "squeak," the mud released an indescribable odor, causing Blood Rose to frown.

Zuo Chang stood behind her and said, "Be careful not to break the skill stones."

"Yes."

Blood Rose suppressed her urge to use magic, and slowly waded through the ground, using her feet to probe for any foreign objects underneath.

The sensation from her feet was so strange that she constantly suspected that there were insects crawling under her feet and between her toes. She felt even more disgusted, and her handsome brows furrowed tightly.

This feeling...

Unpleasant!

After three minutes of this, having found nothing, she could only turn around and ask, "General, where is the skill stone located approximately?"

In the game, there is a flashing indicator on the screen when you pass through this area.

Zuo Chang went over to investigate and obtained the skill stone.

Because it was obtained so easily, the memory of it is so vague.

As Zuo Chang took off his shoes, he said, "I don't remember."

Before Blood Rose could speak, Zuo Chang had already walked up to her.

He smiled and said, "I only remember it being in the middle, not on the edge. Let's look for it together."

Now that things have come to this, it's too late to say it's inappropriate.

Blood Rose looked at Zuo Chang's feet, stuck in the mud, and felt a warm glow in her heart: "Yes..."

The two of them stumbled through the mud.

Blood Rose glanced sideways at Zuo Chang, who was standing beside her. Her previous disgust vanished, and her furrowed brows relaxed.

Her mind was in turmoil as she pondered whether she should appear more elegant or act more eager, disregarding decorum and displaying an eagerness to find the skill stone.

It was at this moment that Zuo Chang suddenly asked, "Rose, how are you feeling right now?"

"Eh?"

Zuo Chang then asked, "Was it more enjoyable when you were searching alone, or when I accompanied you?"

Does this question need an answer?

Blood Rose considered for a moment, then said, "General, of course it's more pleasant this way... I can feel your attention and care."

Zuo Chang then asked, "So, do you think I should just stand there and watch you have fun, or should I join you in finding fun right now?"

"..."

Blood Rose's thoughts went blank, her mind went blank, and she did not answer.

She scrutinized Zuo Chang's expression and noticed that he showed no displeasure whatsoever, and there was a hint of a smile in his eyes.

So……

Is it more enjoyable now?

Blood Rose wanted to answer like that, but she was also hesitant.

"Let me tell you, I'm happier now. Working with you is a hundred times more enjoyable than watching you do the work."

Zuo Chang took her hand and revealed the answer.

Her finger bones were being squeezed, causing a slight pain. Blood Rose looked up and met Zuo Chang's gaze.

Some things only need to be said once; saying them more often comes across as arrogant.

In Zuo Chang's view, Blood Rose's care and attachment to him were a bit excessive.

She seemed to lack a sense of self.

Zuo Chang believes that she should care more about herself and have her own opinions, instead of blindly chasing after his shadow.

But does he think that Blood Rose must be obeyed and implemented?

Perhaps, "giving everything for General Tianwang" is the way she believes in to survive. Serving Zuo Chang wholeheartedly and dedicating everything to him would give her a sense of peace.

and……

The most crucial element in this matter is actually Zuo Chang's attitude.

If Zuo Chang takes everything for granted, enjoying the convenience brought by Blood Rose without thinking of giving back, things will only get worse.

if--

Just as Blood Rose treated him, Zuo Chang also treated Blood Rose with complete openness and utmost care. What's wrong with that?

They will become the best of each other.

Become the best master and servant.

Become an everlasting star in their eyes.

Zuo Chang bent down and plunged his palm into the mud.

With a soft gurgling sound, he pulled out a purple skill stone.

He handed the skill stone to Blood Rose, shaking it smugly: "Found it. Take it."

"...Thank you, General. I will master it as soon as possible."

Blood Rose accepted the skill stone with a blank expression.

Zuo Chang did not say anything more.

He believed that Blood Rose would understand his intentions, so he simply said methodically, "The Moonlight Guidance lasts for about fifteen minutes. Follow me; there's an elite monster in front of the Ritual Plaza. Without your cooperation, it will be difficult for me to get there."

……

……

"Boom! Boom!"

"Scanning—"

"There are no enemies."

"Boom! Boom!"

Zuo Chang hid in the corner, tilted his head, and looked at a rusty iron lump that was at least ten meters tall not far away.

These are the guards in front of the Grand Plaza of the Mystic Ritual, the mechanical lifeforms "Giant Hammer Destroyers".

In the game, the Giant Hammer Destroyer is a mini-boss with high attack and defense, and it can also use machine guns to sweep the area, making it not easy to deal with.

At least for now, it's very difficult for Zuochang to overturn it single-handedly.

However, it's not without its techniques.

Blood Rose was also observing, and she said, "General, that alchemical puppet's strength... seems to be quite formidable."

Zuo Chang wasn't too surprised.

In the game's setting, Sky City possesses extraordinary technological capabilities, and the "mechanical life forms" they create are incredibly powerful.

The "Giant Hammer Destroyer" in front of us is even stronger than the first-level boss, the Headhunter Spider.

He simply said, "There are techniques involved."

"What's next?"

"Wait a minute. You have one hour to exist, after which my mana will be depleted; once my mana is exhausted, you will be forcibly sent back to your original location. This mechanism can be used."

"??"

Clearly, Blood Rose didn't understand.

Zuo Chang looked at the robot and continued, "This thing is called the Giant Hammer Destroyer, and it is the guardian of the Mystic Grand Plaza. The Sky City has been destroyed, but it still faithfully fulfills its mission according to its programmed instructions. Once it discovers an intruder, it will pursue it."

Blood Rose tilted her head: "So?"

"So, I need you to draw their fire."

Ah!

Blood Rose understood: "I know! I'll distract the alchemical puppet, you can take the opportunity to enter the Ritual Square, and then I'll use the 'Moonlight Guidance' mechanism to teleport away... right?"

"Smart! Follow my plan. Theoretically, there's no danger, but we still need to take precautions."

As Zuo Chang spoke, he put his hands behind his back and took out a triangular device from the supply warehouse: "Do you know what this is?"

Blood Rose exclaimed, "Elemental Armor! This is equipment that only your most elite retainers are qualified to receive!"

"You haven't worn this before, have you?"

"Never worn it."

Zuo Chang smiled slightly and handed it to Blood Rose: "Wear it yourself, or shall I help you?"

Blood Rose straightened her back: "I can do it myself."

She took the triangular device with both hands and examined it carefully: "General... how do I put this on?"

"Place it against your chest."

"Chest, chest?"

Blood Rose looked down and didn't see her toes.

She was full-figured and her chest wasn't flat.

Zuo Chang had never encountered this situation before.

His former elite retinue rarely consisted of women; most were monsters.

This is the first time I've seen something like the Blood Rose.

He took the triangular device and tried pressing it against Blood Rose's chest: "Is it not fitting?"

Blood Rose blushed: "If I use force... well, it should fit snugly. After all, it's very soft."

Zuo Chang tried to gauge the situation, but he wasn't sure.

He hesitated for a moment, then said, "How about sticking it on your stomach? No, sticking it on your stomach will affect your abdominal muscles... Stick it on your tailbone! Lie down."