The male supporting character was actually myself.

"Boom boom boom!"

Lu's mother knocked on the door, opened it, and seeing that he was awake, greeted him with a smile, "Lunch is ready!"

"I heard from your mom that you've started making money in the game?" At the sumptuous dinner table, Mr. Lu asked, "How is Mu Heng doing? Don't let him do anything dangerous just to make a few bucks."

That child has always had the temperament and personality of a little girl since she was a child.

If this hadn't happened, he probably would never have played games in his life…

"You talk as if your own son is good at playing games," Jiang Chen muttered to himself while eating, but replied aloud, "Don't worry, I'll protect him, he won't be in danger."

Heng'er's condition is gradually stabilizing. In a few days, we'll have Uncle Mu and the others buy helmets and register an account to check it out."

This holographic gaming headset is designed for one-on-one gameplay only.

Each helmet is registered under a real name, and if you want to change your account, you must buy a new helmet.

Gaming helmets are quite expensive, and many people feel bad about spending money on one, so most people cherish their in-game characters.

For non-paying players to have a good gaming experience, it's quite expensive, and most players can only manage to be self-sufficient.

The gold coins earned in the game are mostly spent on upgrading equipment and buying necessities, and sometimes even less money needs to be spent in-game.

That's why the Crimson Clan's paid recruitment attracted so many players to apply.

Doing guild quests can earn you experience and contribution points, and you also get a base salary every month. Why not?

"I gave your Aunt Yuan 150,000 yuan, saying it was money Mu Heng earned in the game. It made her cry and laugh with excitement." Mrs. Lu sighed with red eyes, "Luckily there is this game, otherwise how would she live!"

Oh, by the way, Xiaojie called while I was cooking.

They said they couldn't reach you and asked me what you were doing.

I told her, as you said, that she couldn't use her phone while taking care of Mu Heng at the hospital because of the various medical instruments available.

"We can't keep hiding the fact that you dropped out of school to play video games forever."

Mr. Lu added, "Indeed, we can't keep it a secret forever; it's like lying to a young girl."

Find an opportunity to talk to Xiaojie and tell her.

Xiaojie isn't the kind of child who doesn't understand things; she'll definitely understand you.

You two are getting engaged in about two weeks, and your families need to meet to discuss the specifics of the engagement.

Last time, Xiaojie's parents said they wanted to hold a banquet at their place, saying it was a custom and that it would be too much trouble for them to travel all the way here because they have many relatives and friends. I figured it was just an engagement and we weren't planning on having a big banquet, so I did as they suggested.

What do you think?

Jiang Chen pondered for a moment and tentatively said, "If you ask me, I don't plan to get engaged."

"You don't mean to just get married right away, do you?" Lu's mother knew her son all too well.

He truly loved Qiao Jie to the core, wishing he could be bound to her forever.

Although I don't really like the child's somewhat pretentious manner, it's my son's choice, and they'll be living together in the future, so I'm just offering my opinion.

Mrs. Lu frowned slightly and said, "Isn't it a bit too hasty for you two to get married now? You haven't even graduated from university yet."

Upon discovering that the script had not been updated, Jiang Chen felt relieved and boldly explained, "I want to break up with her."

"what?!"

Mr. and Mrs. Lu were stunned.

After a while, she reached out and touched Jiang Chen's forehead. "Chen'er, do you have a fever?"

Why the sudden breakup?

"Have you thought this through?" Mr. Lu frowned slightly. "Marriage is not a game; it's not something you can just decide to separate over a few arguments or disagreements."

Don't get engaged if you're not mentally prepared.

"You can consider engagement and marriage when you are ready to take on the responsibilities of family life."

Jiang Chen put down the bowl in her hand and took a USB flash drive from the room, placing it on the table.

Chapter 18 Could he have that kind of relationship with Mu Heng?

"What's in here?" Mr. Lu picked it up and looked at it curiously. "Why can't we just talk things out as a family? What's all this secrecy about?"

"I think you probably won't believe me if I tell you, so seeing is believing, and it'll save me from wasting my breath."

"Oh, by the way, I suggest I let my mom go inside and look for herself, you don't need to look." Jiang Chen picked up her bowl and continued eating.

Mrs. Lu was skeptical, and even skipped her meal to pick up the USB drive and go inside.

A moment later, she emerged from the bedroom, her face flushed with anger, "She's shameless! She..."

Mrs. Lu, who had been elegant and intellectual for most of her life, couldn't think of any words to describe herself, and was so angry that she even smashed her chopsticks.

Mr. Lu was even more curious. "What exactly happened? Can you two stop beating around the bush?"

"Qiao Jie went to a hotel with another man!" Lu's mother said angrily, unable to swallow her anger. "No, I have to talk to her family about this."

Although we're not engaged yet, our two families have met, had meals together, and I even gave them red envelopes.

What kind of thing did Qiao Jie do?

How dare you label my son!

"Don't worry, Chen'er, Mom will handle this."

"This..." Mr. Lu pressed, "Are you sure it's true?"

Even if Qiao Jiezhen is with other men... how did you know?

Jiang Chen shrugged and replied, "That old man recorded the video himself, and you can find the resources on some websites."

You should leave it alone and don't let her family know.

I will handle this matter.

"Son, if you're angry, you can let it out. Don't hold it in!" Seeing his calm and collected demeanor, Lu's mother was terrified, fearing that he might be provoked and do something rash.

Mr. Lu said anxiously, "This is no longer just about you two children. As parents, we have to stand up for you!"

"The original owner's parents were really nice people." The little white cat munched on a dried fish and sighed, "No wonder they were able to raise such a good child as the original owner. It's such a pity that she met such a scumbag woman."

Jiang Chen tried to appear non-threatening and said earnestly, "You really don't need to worry. Don't you know your own son?"

I'm not the kind of person who likes to retaliate.

Since we're not engaged yet, I'll just leave her if she cheats on me.

How can I let someone like this ruin my vibrant and promising youth?

The reason I don't want you involved is because this matter is too shameful, and if it gets out of hand, it will have a bad impact on our family.

I know what's important and what's secondary. The most important task now is to rescue Mu Heng.

Secondly, during my time off from school, I used gaming as a side job to earn some extra money.

When I withdraw my money next time, I'll buy you all gaming helmets so you can try them out.

Honestly, what's more fun than a game with a woman like Qiao Jie who's both pretentious and a jerk?

"It's settled then. Next time she calls you, just brush her off. Leave the rest to me."

After he finished eating and drinking, he went back to his room to play games. Lu's mother leaned over and whispered to her husband, "Our son seems to have changed in personality and temperament since he started playing games. Have you noticed?"

"Judging from Qiao Jie's case alone, the change is indeed significant. He's become more rational and more open-minded, which I don't think is a bad thing." After pondering for a while, Mr. Lu continued, "Our son had a pretty good temperament before he went to university, but ever since he met that Qiao Jie, he's been completely infatuated with her, as if he can't live without her."

I think that would be abnormal; my son is doing quite well right now.

Lu's mother asked again in a low voice, "Could it be that he's finding a girlfriend in the game?"

"It can't be that bad, it's only been a few days?"

She suddenly became alert and said, "My son used to talk about Qiao Jie all the time, but these past few days he seems to talk about Mu Heng the most. That child is as pretty and shy as a young lady."

Do you think he might be... someone who plays games with you every day, and Mu Heng has triggered his protective instincts, and he might have those kinds of thoughts?

Otherwise, would people not react at all after watching these videos?

This is not normal!

Lu's father: (キ｀?Д?')!!

No, no way?

Mrs. Lu got up to clear the table. "Let's not wait any longer. I'll go buy a gaming helmet this afternoon!"

"Buy one for me too, in black!" Mr. Lu whispered anxiously, reminding him, "Remember to customize your character's face and voice in the game, so our son won't recognize you!"

Mrs. Lu, who was used to being thrifty and managing her household well, was originally reluctant to spend so much money on a gaming helmet.

But for her son's most important event in his life, she didn't even wash the dishes, changed her clothes and went straight to the nearest shopping mall.

"Shh!" Mrs. Lu, who was going out and coming back quickly, tiptoed into the door carrying two game helmets, one red and one black. She changed her shoes by the entrance and gestured to Mr. Lu to be quiet.

Although my son stays in the game for half a day once he enters it, what if he does?

If we've been discovered, won't our plan be exposed?

"I'll hold it for you!" Mr. Lu said with a big smile, taking the box from his wife's hands and looking at it carefully.

The game had been advertised everywhere, but he didn't have much money and was short of cash, so he couldn't bring himself to buy it.

My wife bought it today so we can go inside and take a look. Of course, I'm bursting with anticipation!

The two of them, each carrying a large box, tiptoed past their son's bedroom, preparing to enter their own room.

"Mom and Dad, you..." Unexpectedly, the door suddenly opened, and Jiang Chen, who was about to pour a glass of water, looked at the game helmets in their hands with interest. "You want to play too?"

Come to the Jade Pool Realm, I'll take you soaring!

Oh, and remember to pinch your face and adjust your voice when you register so Mu Heng doesn't recognize you.

Lu's mother: →_→

Lu's father: ←_←

"It's all because of your dad!" Mrs. Lu said defiantly, "He insisted on trying out this holographic game to see what it felt like. I was afraid he'd get addicted, so I went in with him to keep an eye on him!"

Mr. Lu: ...