Collapse Iron: The Five Heroes of the Clouds Won't Let Me Go

Happiness is always sweet and delicious.

Pain is often bitter and hard to swallow.

"Mr. Cheng Xiao, could you please take a look at my back? It's so sore and painful."

"Oh, that's serious. Come on, sit down, let me massage it for you."

"Wow, Mr. Cheng Xiao's technique is much better than those old masters."

"Haha, after all, I'm considered an 'old-timer' too."

......

"Mr. Cheng Xiao, I got the job at Interstellar Peace Company! There's a banquet tomorrow, you absolutely have to come!"

"Okay, I'll definitely be there to support you, but you should be careful, the competition within the company is fierce."

"Don't worry! I won't slack off in my studies; I'll constantly improve myself and never fall behind!"

......

"Uncle Chengxiao, could you make that dessert again? I really want to eat it again."

"Sure, come find me after you finish eating."

"No, I don't want to eat a meal, I just want to eat all the snacks I can."

"That won't do. Snacks are just something to enjoy after a meal or to whet your appetite before a meal. You're still young and growing, so you should eat your meals properly."

"Hmm...is it really not okay?"

"No discussion, but if you finish your meal obediently, I can let you have two portions, how about that?"

"Really! Yay!"

......

Manyuan has already tested the waters countless times.

Whether it was secretly observing or sending actors to pretend to seek help, Cheng Xiao dealt with each situation.

Even the actors were captivated by Cheng Xiao's charisma and wished they could actually help him.

Cheng Xiao offered gentle and reliable help to everyone he interacted with, regardless of their true or false intentions.

No, it shouldn't be like this. Cheng Xiao should be annoyed and disgusted.

Why is he always so gentle and patient? Why does he radiate such heartwarming warmth just by standing there?

Since encountering the Masked Fool, Man-won has witnessed far too much ugliness in human nature.

She had also been deceived and hurt by fake people, so she would never have any illusions again.

She wants revenge; she wants to make everyone laugh, whether it's real or fake, because laughter is happiness.

But... I'm so envious, that carefree smile...

The glamorous Manyuan on screen was now hiding in the shadows like a damp, viscous swamp ghost, staring intently at Cheng Xiao.

Having already undergone the happiness surgery, Manyuan should not have experienced any further emotional fluctuations.

But a mysterious person gave her a cell that possessed a powerful abundance.

Man Yuan successfully implanted these cells into his brain, thus recovering from the surgical trauma.

But correspondingly, she was more obsessive and also more greedy.

Man Yuan knew she might be being used as a pawn, but these special cells were indeed the weapon she craved!

Anyway, she just wanted to be a knife to pierce through the two-phase paradise. Since it could make the blade even sharper, why not?

She doesn't care about being a pawn or a tool.

But now, things are different.

She was incredibly envious, and also insanely jealous. She couldn't ignore Cheng Xiao's presence, and the cells in her brain kept urging her to get closer to him.

Driven by both physical and psychological urgency, Manyuan decided against implementing the plan so soon.

She wanted to dirty Cheng Xiao.

She wanted to steal Cheng Xiao's smile... or rather, she wanted to possess Cheng Xiao.

The thought of taking over everything Cheng Xiao owned, marking it with her own mark, and making him dirty filled Man Yuan with an almost unbearable excitement.

Whether it's enjoying that warmth all to herself, or seeing Cheng Xiao break down, it's all the most delicious thing for Man Yuan.

Full of hope, I have a premonition that all of Cheng Xiao's joys, happiness, and pains will be the most exquisite delicacies.

"Hehehe...hehehe...hehehe..."

Man Yuan let out a chilling, gloomy laugh, unaware that Cheng Xiao had already arrived in front of her.

"President Manjushri? What are you doing?"

"Ah! I...I...I'm observing everyone's daily lives, feeling the atmosphere of happiness!"

A very lame reason.

Man Yuan quickly tidied her messy blonde hair and straightened her expensive white suit, instantly regaining her demeanor as a female business leader.

All the ill intentions she had just displayed were instantly concealed within her impeccable demeanor.

"Mr. Chengxiao is an outstanding member of our research association. I have seen everything you have done. Thank you for bringing happiness to everyone. I am very gratified that you have contributed to the cause of happiness for all beings."

Cheng Xiao nodded: "Excuse me."

Then, without saying a word, Cheng Xiao grabbed Man Yuan's wrist.

"Mr. Cheng Xiao?!"

"I'm taking your pulse. Hmm... President Manyuan, have you not been getting enough rest lately? I see your eyes are quite deep-set and your pulse is irregular. You should really pay attention to rest and your diet."

Man Yuan realized she had lost her composure, hastily brushed her hair behind her ears, and forced a smile, saying:

"Ahaha... Yes, I've been quite busy lately and haven't had much rest. Thanks for your concern, I'll be careful. After all, it's the time of the Illusion Moon Game, and everyone is waiting for the eight visitors to show their skills."

"That's good. Please take care of yourself, President. After all, you are the driving force and guiding light for everyone's pursuit of happiness. You can't afford to fall ill. If you feel unwell, please let me know anytime."

Cheng Xiao asked a question and then turned and left.

In the instant he turned around, Man Yuan's perfect smile instantly turned into a terrifying and ferocious one.

It's like a hunter looking at its prey, sending chills down your spine.

Such a captivating and piercing gaze was impossible for Cheng Xiao to pretend it didn't exist.

With his back to Manyuan, he felt her gaze like countless hands stroking and caressing his body.

"President Manyuan, there's one more thing I forgot to mention."

Cheng Xiao turned around, and Man Yuan immediately returned to normal.

"You...you go ahead, I'm listening."

"Could I meet my friends from the Dawn team? I'd really like to get to know them."

"No problem, I'll contact them later."

"Haha, no need to rush. Just pass on the message when you have time. Thank you."

Just when Man Yuan thought Cheng Xiao was alright, Cheng Xiao suddenly lunged forward.

He took a handkerchief and gently wiped away the drool that was dripping from Man Yuan's mouth.

"Why is the president drooling all of a sudden? Remember to watch your image, or the audience will be annoyed. But I think it's kind of cute."

Cheng Xiao chuckled lightly, then turned and left again.

This time, Man Yuan didn't look at Cheng Xiao's back; she just stood there, stunned.

After a long while, a large amount of saliva uncontrollably overflowed. Man Yuan covered her face and squatted down, her eyes as deep and terrifying as black holes.

"Eat him...I really want to eat him...eat him, eat him up...you've been tempting me all along...you're so good...Chengxiao...hehe...hehehehe..."