I really don't want to date a girl addicted to the internet!

"Anything is fine, I just want to see you. My treat."

Cheng Fei figured that, barring any unforeseen circumstances, the offline meeting task could be completed in this way; only a madman wouldn't take the free reward.

"Isn't Cheng Fei dating Shen Xi?" Nagasaki Asuna asked.

“Actually, we met online and it was just a meal, so she definitely won’t mind,” Cheng Fei said without hesitation.

"So it's an online romance?" Nagasaki Asuna chuckled. "Alright, since Cheng Fei has said so, I happen to be free tomorrow."

"See you at the school gate tomorrow at noon," Cheng Fei said immediately.

"Is it inappropriate for Cheng Fei to be like this with me?"

"What's wrong with that? I'm a very goal-oriented person sometimes, so I'll just say so if I want to be friends with you."

"I don't dislike people who are driven by ulterior motives, and I'd also like to be friends with Cheng Fei." The girl tilted her head and blinked meaningfully.

"That's good."

After making their agreement, the two disappeared from the game world.

……

The next day.

At lunchtime, Cheng Fei sat in his seat, studying his personal information panel.

A new item bar has been added at the bottom.

On the far left of the inventory, there's a lone icon—a blood-dripping dagger.

Concentrate, and you will see detailed instructions.

[Three-pointed dagger: A sharp weapon, said to be more likely to cause enemies to bleed or short-circuit]

Yesterday, Cheng Fei discovered that this thing could appear in his hand with just a thought, whether in or out of the game.

A real murder weapon...

Chen Hao suddenly walked over and said, "Cheng Fei, let's go to the cafeteria together?"

Cheng Fei put the idea aside. "Forget about today, I'll go to the electronics street instead."

"So soon, is there a new game being released?" Du Xinhua, who was following behind, asked.

"Buy something else, I'm afraid it'll be closed by the afternoon."

"Okay, let's go then."

"Goodbye."

Cheng Fei watched the two walk away, then got up and left the classroom.

Nagasaki Asuna arrived at the school gate before Cheng Fei.

Today, the Japanese female student was wearing a white beret, and her legs were shapely under her skirt. Just standing there, she attracted the attention of passing students.

As Cheng Fei waved and greeted her, text appeared before his eyes.

[Time-limited task completed]

[Reward for meeting in person within one day: 5,000 points, one 30% off regular voucher]

Accepting the invitation is a silent hint from the girl; seize the opportunity, and the ambiguous relationship will rapidly intensify through intimate interactions.

Cheng Fei decisively used the exchange coupon and added 1 point of charm with 3,000 points.

[Charm: 8 (Exceptional) → 9 (Extraordinary)]

People often say that inner beauty is more important than outer beauty, but that's because they're jealous and self-absorbed. Looks and charisma are your true weapons to shine.

Your charm is approaching the limits of humanity. Unlock extraordinary abilities by exchanging them; each 100,000 points can be used to redeem one ability.

Unwittingly, the girls at the school gate noticed that the boy walking slowly towards them was unusual.

A few strands of black hair covered part of her forehead, dividing the sunlight into fragments that fell on her eyebrows. Her deep gaze was gentle, but upon closer inspection, it revealed a hint of youthful unruliness.

Previously, his handsomeness was merely noticeable, but somehow it has become something that makes people unable to look away. Even an unintentional exchange of glances has a magical power that makes one's heart race.

"Look over there, are they filming a movie there...?"

"A freshman? I've never seen one like this before..."

"Go ask for a WeChat message..."

"I won't do it again..."

"Show me your authority as a senior student..."

Cheng Fei walked calmly past the budding gazes of those infatuated women and approached Nagasaki Asuna. "Sorry I'm late."

"Hmm?" The girl stared blankly at Cheng Fei's face and unconsciously uttered a sound.

"I apologize for being late," Cheng Fei said, raising his voice slightly.

Nagasaki Asuna woke up with a start, pressing a hand to her chest. "Um, it's okay, it's just because our class ended early."

"You don't look well, did you not sleep well?" Cheng Fei observed her.

"A little." The girl lowered her head, her bright eyes instinctively looking away.

"Don't stay out too late next time." Cheng Fei stopped looking into her eyes. "Let's go to the electronics street."

"Okay." The girl obediently replied, lowering her head and following the boy's steps.

it's over...

She just now...

My heart is beating so fast...

……

10. Cheng Fei despises people who judge by appearance the most.

Located near several schools and lined with numerous snack shops, the electronics street naturally became a popular commercial area.

A boy and a girl walk side by side on the street.

Passersby slowed down and turned their gazes toward the two, as if an invisible force field emanated from them.

"Cheng Fei is very popular; all the girls are staring at him," Nagasaki Asuna said with a mischievous grin, her hands behind her back.

After getting used to it, she was finally no longer so flustered in front of the boy.

Cheng Fei shook his head. "I despise people who judge others by their looks. They're so superficial."

"If I stare at Cheng Fei too, will I be looked down upon?" Nagasaki Asuna asked with a smile, staring at Cheng Fei without any attempt to hide her gaze.

Cheng Fei shook his head again.

"Why?" the girl asked.

"Because you are prettier than them, and good-looking people are more easily forgiven."

"So Cheng Fei also cares about looks." The girl laughed happily. "Doesn't that make me look down on myself?"

"I call this reflection."

“That’s right, haha…”

Upon arriving at the Japanese restaurant, Cheng Fei ordered eel rice on Nagasaki Asuna's recommendation. Nagasaki Asuna ordered beef bowl for herself, and then Cheng Fei ordered yakitori, thick-cut grilled beef tongue, and a drink.

"How would you rate it?" Cheng Fei asked casually after seeing the girl take a few bites.

The girl hesitated for a moment, then said, "It's not bad."

Cheng Fei nodded indifferently, picked up a piece of crispy fish that was soaked in sauce and put it in his mouth. Anyway, the mission was already completed, so the food didn't matter.

The text suddenly refreshed in front of Cheng Fei's eyes.

[Time-limited task triggered]

[Invitation to join the same path]

[Requirement: Get Nana to join your club within three days]

[Difficulty: Easy]

[Task Reward → 1000 points]

[Note: You cannot complete the task by directly joining the target's guild]

Cheng Fei couldn't complain.

This system is acting crazy again. Nagasaki Asuna has clearly broken up with Shen Xi, yet now it's having Cheng Fei invite her over.

Is that simple?

This is not simple at all.

Even though he felt it was hopeless, Cheng Fei still said, "By the way, there's something I'm curious about."

The girl opposite looked up. "What?"

"Why did you leave the Corridor Research Department? If you don't want to talk about it, then never mind."

"So Cheng Fei contacted me because of Shen Xi?" The girl blinked.

"Of course, it's for Nana." Cheng Fei said seriously.

Asuna Nagasaki smiled, put down her chopsticks, and rested her chin on her hand. "Ah~ I'm starting to wonder how many girls Cheng Fei has said things like that to."

“You’re the only one who’s heard that line before, although I said something similar to Shen Xi.” Cheng Fei also put down his chopsticks.

"Cheng Fei is really honest," the girl said with a smile.

"Honesty is my only virtue."

"Haha... okay, actually there's no point in hiding the fact that I left the club." The girl paused, then asked, "Cheng Fei, do you know what she's researching?"

"I know a little."

"Does Cheng Fei think it's good or bad?"

"Choosing between two options is not good; it's just chuunibyou (middle school syndrome)."

"They're clearly dating."

"Just telling the truth."

"Okay, I think it's alright." The girl rested her chin on her hand and looked at Cheng Fei. "If you have the chance in life, it's nice to live a carefree and unconventional life, but you can't hurt the people around you, right?"

“I wholeheartedly agree with that.”

"Well, how should I put it? But Shen Xi doesn't really accept that my ideas differ from hers. She said that hypocritical supporters are no good, and told me to just leave the club. I had no choice but to do as she said." The girl shook her head and smiled, taking a sip of her drink.

"that's it?"

"That's how it is. After all, my patience has its limits. If we can't get along, we have to part ways."

"I see." Cheng Fei nodded to indicate that he understood.

Cheng Fei guessed that the real situation was not as understated as she described, but he didn't want to delve into it further.

"She didn't treat me that badly, although she did scold me quite a bit."

"Because we're dating, even she might soften her heart," the girl said with a smile.

"I think she's learned her lesson. After all, if she continues to be a commander without any troops, her department might be disbanded."

Nagasaki Asuna laughed gleefully at Cheng Fei's assessment.

The root of their conflict is quite simple, but that's precisely what makes it troublesome. Shen Xi is the kind of person who is very stubborn and would probably never accept Nagasaki Asuna rejoining the club.

"Have you considered rejoining?" Cheng Fei asked.

"Does Cheng Fei want me to go back?"

"I really hope so."

"For Shen Xi?"