Why are all the people in my chat group rumored to be from the outside world?

It would be a lie to say it out loud.

Moreover... looking into Talulah's expectant eyes.

Isn't the answer obvious?

Ember closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, to Talulah's incredulous gaze, Ember, now sporting dragon horns, smiled at her.

"So whatever race you think I am now, that's what my race is?"

"I knew I wasn't mistaken, you really are Draco? How did you do that?" Talulah's eyes lit up, and she slowly moved closer to Ember, curiously observing the changes in him.

"Hmm... it's Originium Arts, I used Originium Arts!" Ember said seriously.

"I see, no wonder!"

Seeing that Talulah didn't seem to suspect anything, Ember felt a little guilty.

However, Talulah did not sense anything was wrong. Perhaps it was because she had met someone of her own kind, but she seemed exceptionally excited.

"Was that your flame today? It's incredibly powerful! Even natural disasters vanished under your flame!"

"Impressive, huh? He risked his life for it!" Yu Jin thought to himself.

"To eliminate a natural disaster single-handedly—that's a feat I've never even heard of before. I never expected to witness it."

"Ember, you... are really amazing."

As she finished speaking, Talulah still had a smile on her face, but the...excitement was gone.

"You stopped the natural disaster and saved Chernobog and its people, and I..."

"I can't do anything."

As a cold wind blew by, the atmosphere seemed to change.

Ember silently watched Talulah, like an observer.

"I brought everyone to Chernobog to stop Rhodes Island's current actions, but I found that I was simply incapable of doing so. Mr. Patriot created an opportunity for us, but I was unable to accomplish anything."

"I couldn't defeat Amiya. I couldn't even stop the key to the mobile city from being destroyed by her. When the final natural disaster struck, all I could do was lead everyone away from the city."

"I can't do anything."

Ember silently gazed at Talulah, who in turn silently looked at the fire; the air seemed to fall into stillness.

After a long while, Talulah scratched the back of her head sheepishly.

"I'm sorry for suddenly saying this to you. I apologize."

Yu Jin shook his head.

"I understand how you feel, and I can understand your desire to confide in someone. I used to feel that way too."

"Hey!" Seeing Talulah's stunned expression, Ember smiled.

"Isn't your problem right now simply that you're afraid because you're weak?"

"You are afraid because you have no power to bring about tragedy."

"You are afraid that you will not be able to protect the people around you because you are powerless."

"It seems so." Talulah covered her face somewhat embarrassed, as if she was ashamed that her secret had been exposed.

Seeing the other person's appearance, Ember said softly, "Talulah, I can understand you, because I was once very weak, and I also felt powerless because of my weakness."

"I hated the enemy's strength and I hated my own fate. I once thought I would stay there forever."

"So... have you gotten out of there?"

"...For the time being, we can say that we got out of here with the help of external forces."

"Congratulations." Talulah didn't ask about the other person's experiences or what external help they had to overcome them. She simply offered her blessings like a friend who had heard that they had overcome a difficult situation.

"Congratulations... Congratulations to you too, Talulah."

"Hey, what are you congratulating me on?"

Looking at the bewildered Talulah, Ember said softly, "Back then, I got out of my predicament because of external help. Now, I should be able to become your external help and help you get out of your predicament."

Talulah stared blankly at the embers. The entire space fell silent, except for the sound of sparks exploding in the campfire.

After a long while, Talulah smiled.

"Did I successfully play the victim?"

"It's a mistake, just a transaction. I'll become your external force so you'll be grateful to me, and you'll also have to take care of my partners, understand?"

Ember glanced at the tent he had come out of earlier; the Doctor was probably still fast asleep inside.

“I feel like you’re not being honest.” Talulah smiled and extended her hand.

"Please take care of me from now on."

"There's no need to make such a big deal out of it. Besides, I'm not always here to help you." Yu Jin reached out and shook hands with the other person.

As a gust of wind blew by, the only witnesses to the two were the campfire and the night wind.

The two then talked for a long time, with Ember asking most of the questions, wanting to know how this world differed from the world he knew.

Unfortunately, Talulah was unaware of some inside information, and the night passed quickly with just the two of them asking and answering questions.

Chapter 38 Lungmen Heads Towards Chernobog!

As a Super Terran, Talulah and Ember talked all night without showing any signs of fatigue, but in the morning, as the leader, she still had many things to do.

"I'm off now, Ember." Talulah waved and turned to leave.

"Goodbye." Ember waved, and when the other person's figure completely disappeared, he looked into the tent with a look of disgust. The Doctor walked out looking like he had just woken up and even yawned.

Good morning, Ember.

"Is it fun to lie there and eavesdrop?"

The doctor gave a thumbs up: "You know what, it's actually quite fun, there's a kind of 'stalking beauty' about it. By the way, how's your health? Are you alright now?"

"As you can see, nothing serious has happened."

"That's good." The Doctor nodded, then, with a gossipy look on his face, moved closer to Ember.

"how do you feel?"

"How about what?"

"How was your evening after chatting with the dragon-type beauty all day?" The Doctor asked with a smile, nudging Ember with his elbow.

After listening to the embers of unofficial history all night: "..."

"...What's with that expression? It looks like you've eaten shit."

"You've eaten it, don't talk nonsense here." He shoved the doctor aside and walked in one direction.

"Where are we going?" the Doctor asked as he followed Ember's footsteps.

Ember: "Go get something to eat. You're not hungry, but I am."

"Now that you mention it, I am indeed hungry... But why don't we ask Kevin to bring some food over? Hasn't he achieved financial freedom?"

"...That makes sense. No wonder you're a PhD, your mind works really well."

"That is."

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7: in the morning.

As sunlight streamed into the room.

Kevin slowly opened his eyes on the bed, glanced at the ceiling for a moment, then closed them again. Not long after, he slowly got out of bed.

"I turned off the alarm, but I still got up at this hour. Habits really are a terrible thing." Kevin thought to himself as he slowly got up.

After washing up in the bathroom, Kevin opened the door.

He saw a pink-haired figure walk past him, but stopped and greeted Kevin when she saw him.

"Hey! Good morning, Kevin. Didn't you say you wanted to sleep in today? Why are you up so early?"

"Good morning, Alicia." Kevin greeted her in return, then said with a hint of helplessness.

"I've gotten used to waking up early, and I can't change this habit anytime soon."

"Sigh, that must have been tough. But anyway, you're on vacation today, so get some rest."

"Thank you."

"I need to get back to work now, so I'll be going now."

Seeing the girl's lively figure, Kevin also started walking, intending to go outside to find something to eat.

Golden Garden.

This is where Kevin currently lives.

This is a luxury villa, and also a rental property.

The owner of the rental house is the famous superstar Eden!

Eden, the superstar who is known to almost everyone on the streets.

No one knows why this big star would rent out this house called Golden Courtyard.

In short, through a series of coincidences or perhaps by fate, this villa called Golden Courtyard now houses 13 people, including Eden.

After locking the door, Kevin took out the key and walked down the mountain.

"Everything here is great, except it's a bit far from the city center. Maybe I should buy an electric scooter."

After a full 20 minutes, Kevin finally arrived in the city and went to his favorite breakfast shop. He ordered his usual breakfast and then took out his phone to look at some dishes.

As Kevin watched one video after another that he used to love, a faint smile appeared on his face. But soon after he finished watching the videos, his breakfast was served by the restaurant owner.

Kevin looked at the steaming bowl of noodles and felt inexplicably bored.

He glanced at the time on his phone; it wasn't even 9 o'clock yet.

What is he going to do after finishing this bowl of noodles?

Kevin couldn't think of anything for a while.

Normally, he wouldn't have to think about these things at all. He only went to work to get off work, and only went to get off work after work. He could fill his leisure time with the entertainment he liked.

It seems like my life is completely filled with these things.

But he no longer needed to work, and his once full life was now missing a large part, leaving Kevin unable to find a goal for a while.

"...Or maybe I should find a job, or open my own shop."

With that thought in mind, Kevin picked up his chopsticks, intending to start eating his noodles.

Just then, a message popped up on the chat panel, and Kevin opened the chat group.

The torchbearer: "Brother Kai! Bro! Bring me some food!"

College student: "I'm starving! Brother Kai, I'm starving! Please bring me some food. Yu Jin can cook anything!"

The one who passed on the fire: "?? How could you be so selfish!"

Star Core Spirit: "Are you bringing lunch? Bring me some too!"

Kevin looked at the message and a smile appeared on his calm face.

There are still things to do.

"Boss, could you please pack three more noodles for me? Oh, and pack this noodle too, please?"

"Hey, these noodles won't taste good if they're left out for too long," the owner kindly reminded a regular customer.

Kevin smiled.

"It's okay, eating alone is pretty boring, I might as well take it home and eat it with my friends."

"Oh, I see. Okay, I'll get it done for you as soon as possible." After saying that, the boss started cooking the other three servings of noodles a little faster than usual.

A few minutes later, the four of them each sat on a small stool.

"It smells so good! It's so delicious!" After taking a big bite of noodles, Yu Jin gave Kevin a thumbs up.