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Better late than never... dedicated to DaNa020521, who laughs like it's their superpower, somehow survives my chaotic scribbles, and feels things a little more deeply than most. Thank you🪄
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Jerry's vision swam. Am I... dying? No, not l...
Jerry scrambled upright, smiling awkwardly as he dusted his robe.
The man sighed, hands on his hips. "Let me guess. You were chased by guards and stumbled in here last night, didn't you?"
Jerry froze.
"I knew it." With another sigh, he grabbed Jerry's wrist firmly. "Come. I'll take you back."
Jerry followed reluctantly, his steps dragging a little. His gaze lingered on the man's steady back. I never knew Zhao Yichen had someone who cared about him this much.
His head lowered, shadows of loneliness flickering across his face. Neo... how are you doing, buddy? I miss you. If you were here, I wouldn't have ended up in such a mess.
Host, who is Neo? the system asked curiously.
Jerry's lips curved faintly, though his eyes dimmed. "My best friend. The one who cares about me the most."
...Oh. That's so sweet.
Jerry just nodded, silent.
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The Imperial Court of Zhao
The grand hall was solemn, sunlight filtering through the tall carved windows. Rows of ministers stood in their appointed places, robes in dark hues, their gazes sharp.
Jerry shuffled in, head ducked, heart pounding. He took his place at the front, every nerve on edge.
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In the line of ministers, he caught sight of a familiar face-Xu Ming. The young man straightened, catching Jerry's eye, and offered the faintest, reassuring smile.
Jerry's mind voice: System, I never thought I'd look this good in traditional garb. This costume, this hair-honestly, it suits me, don't you think?
System: Of course, Host. You look extremely handsome.
Jerry: Yeah, but what a pitty, I'll probably get flogged or hanged looking this good.
System: Host, use your wit. I'm certain you can turn this around. You are too cleaver and creative for that.
Jerry: You're giving me way too much confidence to throw myself into fire.
Before the system could retort, the eunuch at the head of the hall banged his staff. "Announcing the Crown Prince- Xiao Dianxia Zhao Yuan Zhou!"
Jerry's stomach plummeted. Oh no. Here comes the tyrant himself.
The massive doors swung open. The Crown Prince entered in stately robes, aura heavy and commanding. Jerry's heart skipped a beat. His breath caught.
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