Host! I told you to do a task! I didn't tell you to bbb.

Back in the system space, Liu Yunshu had just settled comfortably into the cloud sofa when a fluffy figure eagerly rubbed against her.

"Hey boss! What do you think of Pei Yu'an, that little wolf dog? Isn't he especially adorable?"

Hachiko's eyes were incredibly bright, and his tail was wagging so hard it seemed to be sparking.

Liu Yunshu leaned lazily against the sofa, one hand supporting her forehead, her fingertips casually tracing the silver patterns flowing across the sofa.

A lingering smile played on her lips, and her eyes held a hint of satisfaction: "Not bad! Young and energetic!"

Hachiko's eyes were sparkling, and its tail was wagging like a little motor.

"Absolutely! I specially picked him for you! He's great in bed and completely devoted to you, he's amazing!"

Liu Yunshu chuckled softly, raised her hand to ruffle Xiao Ba's fluffy head, a hint of lazy contentment in her eyes: "You've got good taste this time!"

Little Eight rubbed against her palm with a look of enjoyment, its ears drooping like a little kitten begging for a reward: "So, Big Sister, what are your requirements for the next mission target?"

Liu Yunshu paused slightly, then slowly sat up straight, a hint of amusement flashing in her eyes.

"Next..." she drawled, her red lips curving into an alluring smile, "How about something more exciting?"

"Something even more exciting?" Xiao Ba's eyes lit up, and his ears perked up instantly.

It tilted its head and pondered for a moment, then suddenly slapped its paw, and the whole ball of fur jumped up excitedly.

"Got it! Big brother! Three! Are three exciting enough?"

Liu Yunshu raised an eyebrow and leaned forward with interest: "Three?"

"See, you easily took those two before."

Xiao Ba, hands on his hips, wore a smug "Praise me!" look on his face. "Three measly sticks are nothing to you!"

Liu Yunshu was amused by its cute appearance and gently tapped its nose with her fingertip: "You little thing, you're getting better and better at understanding my tastes."

Xiao Ba immediately brought up the virtual screen as if showing off a treasure, and three completely different figures were instantly projected onto the screen.

"Look at the first one, Gu Shichen, a legendary figure in the business world, holding the reins of a multinational economy. He appears gentle and refined, but in reality, he's a smiling tiger with unfathomable calculations hidden in his eyes."

The screen switched, revealing a second figure.

"Second place, top-tier actor Lu Hengyan. Under the spotlight, he is aloof and noble, unapproachable, but in private, he harbors an unknown obsession and possessiveness."

Finally, the screen froze on the third figure.

"The third one is Shen Moci, who runs a standalone coffee shop hidden deep in an old alley. He has a gentle and refined personality, and his fingertips can brew the most mellow coffee. He is the one who seems the most... harmless among the three."

Liu Yunshu lightly traced the light screen with her fingertips, her gaze shifting between the three men with distinct styles, her eyes brimming with interest.

"Interesting...it's definitely exciting."

"Right, right! And—" Xiao Ba grinned mischievously, leaning closer and lowering his voice, "Lu Hengyan and Shen Moci are actually very close brothers in private!"

Liu Yunshu gave a casual "hmm," her fingertips lingering between Lu Hengyan's cool and aloof features and Shen Moci's gentle profile.

A knowing smile curved her lips: "So, what is my identity this time?"

"Your identity this time is that of a dancer!" Xiao Ba excitedly switched the content on the screen.

"A 25-year-old, one of the top classical dance artists in China. She rose to fame at a young age, and her dance moves are praised as 'graceful as a startled swan and lithe as a swimming dragon.' She has a cool exterior but a warm heart, and possesses an aloof aura, yet she is extremely captivating on stage."

Liu Yunshu gazed at the aloof and ethereal face on the screen, her fingertips tracing the string of brilliant dance records, a hint of eagerness flashing in her eyes.

"A classical dance artist... this level of flexibility is enough for me to try some new tricks."

She chuckled softly, her voice carrying a hint of languid anticipation.

Xiao Ba nodded eagerly, its fluffy head bobbing like a rattle drum.

"Of course! I guarantee every pose will be executed perfectly, reaching new heights!"

Liu Yunshu tapped her fingertip lightly, bringing up the body adjustment panel.

She carefully examined every detail of the virtual avatar on the screen.

They began by meticulously adding a touch of lush and elegant charm to the original cool and aloof bone structure.

With a light swipe of the fingertip, the virtual avatar's eyes slightly upturned, adding an unconscious touch of allure.

The lips were adjusted to be fuller and more moisturized, like a rose soaked in morning dew.

Despite still having that aloof and ethereal face, she has somehow managed to cultivate a fatal attraction that seems to be "a raging fire burning beneath an iceberg."

"Perfect." Liu Yunshu withdrew her hand with satisfaction, leaning back lazily on the cloud sofa, her fingertips twirling a strand of hair that had fallen down.

"Where are the three of them now?"

Xiao Ba immediately brought up the location map, and three flashing red dots were clearly displayed on the screen.

"Gu Shichen is currently in the United States handling a cross-border merger and acquisition case and won't be back for a while; Lu Hengyan is also abroad, filming a new movie; only Shen Moci—"

Hachiko's paw touched a red dot. "He should be in the coffee shop in the old alley right now, brewing his coffee."

Liu Yunshu's fingertip gently landed on the red dot representing Shen Moci, a sly glint flashing in her eyes.

"In that case... let's start by savoring the gentlest cup of 'coffee'."

She stood up, stretched, and a languid yet captivating charm emanated from her cool and aloof eyes. "Teleport."

"Alright!" The little octopus quickly typed out a series of commands, "Teleportation ready! Target world locked—3, 2, 1! Teleportation initiated!"

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It was still a bit chilly in Jiangcheng in May, and Liu Yunshu was performing there this time.

As soon as it ended, her friend Li Wei from the same dance troupe pulled her outside.

"Yunshu, let me tell you, I found a hidden gem of a café, tucked away in an alley, it's so atmospheric, perfect for relaxing after a performance!"

"Xiao Wei, wait for me to change my clothes."

Liu Yunshu smiled helplessly; the flowing sleeves of the performance costume were intricate and ultimately made movement inconvenient.

She turned and went back to the backstage dressing room, and a moment later came out wearing a moon-white modified cheongsam.

The skirt was neatly cut, with only a few sparse ink bamboo embroidered on the neckline, which not only accentuated her slender figure but also added a touch of classical elegance.

She wore a beige knitted cardigan over her clothes, the draped hem of which just covered the slit at the bottom of the cheongsam.

As she walked, a slender, fair ankle was revealed, exuding a cool and unintentional allure, while her long, black hair was casually draped behind her.

Li Wei's eyes lit up, and she couldn't help but hug her tightly, burying her face in her chest and nuzzling against her.

"My God! Even though I watch it every day, I still have to say it! Why am I not a man?!"

Liu Yunshu patted her helplessly, her voice cool and indifferent, yet carrying a hint of indulgence between acquaintances: "Stop joking, let's go."

The two walked side by side into the old alley paved with bluestone slabs. The alley was very quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds.

Ahead stood a wooden door painted in its original wood color, with an old wooden sign hanging on it.

The words "Ink Language Cafe" are engraved in small gold lettering. When the wind blows, the signboard sways gently and makes a soft rustling sound.

The moment the door was pushed open, a series of clear wind chimes rang out.

The room was softly lit, with warm yellow sunlight streaming through the frosted glass and falling on the wooden tables and chairs.

Several thriving green plants were placed in the corner, and the air was filled with the rich aroma of coffee mixed with the warm scent of old wood, creating a particularly soothing atmosphere.

Behind the bar, a man in a white shirt was making coffee with his head down.

He was slender and tall, with his sleeves rolled up to his forearms, revealing clean-lined wrists. He held the coffee pot with his fingertips, his movements calm and focused.

Sunlight streamed through the window, falling on him and outlining his soft features. Even his hair was bathed in a warm glow. It was Shen Moci.

Li Wei pulled Liu Yunshu to a seat by the window and excitedly flipped through the menu.

"I've heard their hand-drip coffee is amazing, and they also have special tiramisu. Yunshu, what would you like to drink?"

"You decide, I'm not picky." Liu Yunshu rested her chin on her hand, looking at the scenery outside the window.

Li Wei excitedly ordered two hand-drip coffees and a tiramisu.

As soon as he put down the menu, he couldn't help but lean close to Liu Yunshu's ear and whisper something.

"Look at that boss at the counter, he looks so gentle and refined! Like a scholar who stepped out of a painting!"

Liu Yunshu turned her head and looked curiously at the bar.

Shen Moci happened to look up, and the moment their eyes met, a hint of amazement flashed in his eyes, before he politely nodded and smiled.

Liu Yunshu quickly looked away, stuck her tongue out at Li Wei, and said, "I got caught peeking, I'm so embarrassed."

Li Wei smiled, her eyes crinkling, and teased in a low voice, "What are you afraid of? Yun Shu is so beautiful, he's the one who's lucky to be seeing you!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Shen Moci came over with two steaming cups of coffee.

He walked slowly, carrying a faint aroma of coffee, like the gentlest breeze in spring.

"Please enjoy your hand-drip coffee."

He gently placed the cup on the table, his gaze inadvertently falling on Liu Yunshu's face.

"Thank you," Liu Yunshu said, raising her eyes in a cool and indifferent voice.

But a faint smile flickered at the corner of her eye, which Shen Moci happened to catch.

That smile, like the first melting of snow, instantly dispelled her aloofness and added a touch of lively charm.

Shen Moci paused slightly, his Adam's apple bobbing gently, before regaining his calm demeanor and adding, "The tiramisu will take another ten minutes. You don't mind, do you?"

"It's no trouble at all, thank you for your help." Liu Yunshu nodded slightly, picked up her coffee and took a sip.