Don't be afraid, I've truly come to bring you happiness.

Let's just restart it then.

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[The Happiness Master Simulator is loading]

[Current simulation times: 4]

[Current Happiness Level of Chihaya Aine: -40 (Mild Depression)]

In a rented room in Tokyo.

Lin Yuanshan, after much painful reflection, realized that no matter what, Ruo Yemu was an obstacle he couldn't get around.

It's almost impossible to bypass her and control Xiangzi.

To summarize the experience, why did the last simulation fail?

Because he complicated a simple problem!

Why be so fixated on curing mental patients?

Whether it's Mortis or Xiao Mu, find a way to get her away from Xiangzi.

Then solve Xiangzi's problem, and then solve Aine's problem.

Why not just do it that way?

How simple!

As for how to do it, it's nothing more than sowing discord and finding a new lover.

Lin Yuanshan knew a little about minotaurs.

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Lin Yuanshan entered Ruoye Mu's room.

A few days ago, he replicated the operation from the previous simulation with millimeter-level precision.

He disguised himself as a psychologist and came here again.

"Miss Ruoye, it's a pleasure to meet you. I am your psychologist, Lin Yuanshan."

"go out."

Ruo Yemu turned her head to one side.

It’s a familiar line again.

Lin Yuanshan continued his pretense as a "psychologist," saying:

"I heard you used to be in a band called AveMujica?"

Upon hearing this, Ruoye Mu's body trembled.

“I’ve heard some things,”

Lin Yuanshan continued,

"Teamwork is a very delicate thing, right? Sometimes, if one link goes wrong, the whole chain can break down."

He observed Wakaba Mutsu's subtle reactions.

Clearly, although she didn't refute it verbally, she was on the verge of a breakdown.

I just don't know which personality broke down.

Lin Yuanshan changed the subject and began to close the net:

"For example, in a band, if someone can't keep up with the rhythm, or... lacks ability, they'll drag the whole thing down. What do you think?"

And I just happened to hear that Ms. Wakaba's guitar skills had experienced a precipitous decline.

These words were like a switch, and Wakaba Mutsu's expression changed instantly.

Her previously doll-like expression suddenly became richer:

"I've never even touched a guitar, unlike Xiao Mu, she... can make the guitar sing..."

Great, Mortis is now live.

Lin Yuanshan shook his head.

"I've seen Mujica's performances; even if it were your main personality, you couldn't make the guitar sing!"

He leaned forward slightly and lowered his voice.

"In the end, Xiao Mu and you are just different masks of the same person."

If Xiaomu can do it, there's no reason you can't; with your richer emotions, you'll only become stronger.

Mortis's breathing seemed to stop for a moment.

Lin Yuanshan pressed his advantage, saying:

"Want to become a guitar hero? I can help you."

Chapter 8 I also want my guitar to sing!

"Guitar Hero?"

Mortis was taken aback.

"That's right, the guitar hero!"

As Lin Yuanshan spoke, he opened his phone and pulled up a video of "Guitar Hero," a popular content creator on a personal video website.

In the video, a pair of small hands are playing rapid, whirlwind-like piano pieces.

Scrolling up the playlist, the first few videos are all beginners practicing calligraphy.

"Look, this guy couldn't even play a C chord properly at first, his starting point was lower than Chihaya Aine's, but now he's become a technical master."

"If you're willing to work hard, and with my help, you'll definitely be even better than her!"

Lin Yuanshan spoke with absolute certainty, his demeanor resembling that of an unscrupulous salesperson trying to sell health products to the elderly.

Yes, this must be due to the Ram pocket watch.

Since he started wearing this thing, his bottom line has unknowingly disappeared.

It eliminated all of Lin Yuanshan's superfluous sense of morality and empathy, leaving only the shortest path to the goal.

Mortis wavered slightly upon hearing this, but quickly regained his guard, widening his eyes and saying:

"Gulp... Even if you say that, I won't fall for it!"

"You're only saying this to try and treat me!"

"of course."

Lin Yuanshan readily admitted it, which surprised Mortis.

"I am indeed here to treat you, but aren't our goals the same?"

He took a step forward, lowering his voice.

"Wakaba-kun, I am not one of those quack doctors who want to kill you."

"What's the difference between that and murder?"

What I pursue is harmonious coexistence between personalities.

Of course, his so-called "harmonious coexistence between personalities" is nothing more than letting Mortis have his own band, his own stage, and his own world.

When a person has new attachments, they will naturally let go of old obsessions.

Whether it's crychic or avemujica, they both belong to the primary personality, Xiaomu.

Mortis has nothing.

She was like a vine clinging to a trunk, seemingly one with roots, but actually without roots.

What Lin Yuanshan needs to do is to give her a new environment.

Then, enjoy the sight of the vines and trunk fighting for nutrients, their flesh flowing like a river.

By then, she wouldn't have time to care about Toyokawa Shoko's life or death.

Just as Lin Yuanshan was preparing to press his advantage and completely break through the opponent's defenses, a clear, cold voice rang out in the room without warning.

"He's right, you do need to practice."

A figure appeared at the doorway without anyone noticing.

With black hair, green eyes, a collared jacket, and a punk-style outfit, Hachiman Kairin stood there like a ghost.

This startled Mortis.

"Hailin, when...when did you arrive?"

"While you're watching Guitar Hero."

Hai Ling's gaze swept over Lin Yuanshan's phone.

"I've followed that content creator."

At first glance, her temperament is somewhat similar to that of the main personality of Wakaba Mutsumi.

They are both the aloof and taciturn type.

Hailing turned her gaze to Mortis and continued:

"In short, if you need to practice guitar, I can help."

Lin Yuanshan narrowed his eyes and said:

"I know your band; I've seen them on TV, and it's mentioned in patient records. So, as a bandmate, what kind of music therapy plan did you offer?"

"It's not treatment."

Hailing corrected.

"It was just so that Mortis could complete his performance smoothly."

She pointed to the CD player she had brought.

“Since you’re good at performing, then do it through performance. The guitar part can be pre-recorded.”

"A fake shot?"

Lin Yuanshan summarized it in two words.

His gaze was fixed on Hachiman Kairin, filled with scrutiny and pressure.

Hailing met his gaze without flinching.

"This is the only way we can do it."

Lin Yuanshan chuckled and said:

"Yes, it's the only way out."

He paused deliberately at this point, then said, word by word,

"So, your band can't wait for a novice guitarist to grow up, even if she was a former band member?"

Faced with Lin Yuanshan's deliberate attempt to sow discord, Hachiman Kairin was momentarily caught off guard and instinctively fell into a verbal trap, saying:

"Mu was originally an excellent guitarist, so..."

"Therefore, what Avemujica needs is Wakaba Mutsu."

Lin Yuanshan interrupted her.

"Instead of Mortis, right?"

“Mortis can perform…”

"What if she just wanted to use her own hands to make the guitar sing for her?"

Lin Yuanshan pressed closer and closer.

"avemujica, can we give her a chance to start over?"

Upon hearing this, Hailing fell into thought. Without a doubt, this was a logical trap.

But she's never been the type to say nice things in a roundabout way, so she could only remain silent for the moment.