CH 23

The soul detached from the body and returned to the realm of the system.

Youyou trembled with confusion, as if something was lost.

The system, Xixi, which had been waiting on the side for a long time, immediately fluttered its wings and flew over when it saw Youyou. Its expression was one of excitement, and its tail wagged vigorously. In its golden cat eyes, there was a mix of exhilaration and gratitude.

【Thank you, host. Because of your excellent completion of this mission, the main system just praised Xixi. You’re really amazing, host. Keep up the good work.】

From the moment the host’s physical body died in the mission world, Xixi immediately submitted the mission to the main god’s realm.

Finally, it temporarily escaped the fate of being destroyed. While Xixi was excited, it couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.

However, before it could completely relax, the main system contacted it.

Although the voice was cold and devoid of any organic quality, consisting of just six short words…

The main system was indeed praising it?!

An unparalleled sense of pride and honor surged within Xixi, causing it to straighten its chest. In its dazzling eyes, there were shimmering specks of light.

Extremely beautiful.

But Youyou was completely puzzled by Xixi’s words. She sat upright on the bed, her eyes black and white, filled with curiosity.

“What are you talking about, Xixi? What mission did I complete well? What main system praised you? By the way, didn’t you just say something about space-time travel? Why am I still here? Is it because of that main system?”

The series of soft and tender sounds left Xixi bewildered. It scanned Youyou’s soul from top to bottom, but found nothing wrong.

However…

“Huh? What do you mean, Xixi? Did I lose my memory?”

Blinking her big eyes, Youyou tugged at the fluffy hem of her white dress and listened attentively to Xixi’s explanation.

Scratching her head, Youyou didn’t feel like anything was wrong with her, but Xixi didn’t seem like it was deceiving her either. It was really giving her a headache.

After a moment of hesitation, Youyou decided to stop thinking about it.

She shifted her focus back to what Xixi was saying about points and the things she had on her. It seemed like those points were quite powerful and could be used for anything.

【…】

【It would be great if we could unlock the trading hall, but with our current level, who knows how long we’ll have to wait?】

【But don’t be discouraged, host. According to this progress, we’ll soon be able to activate the system store. Then, the host can spend points to buy some items that will be useful for missions, like a captivating smile or a healing aura. Some system holders can complete missions relying solely on these items, you know.】

The system continued to babble on and on, while Youyou silently listened. Her upbringing had taught her to be patient in certain aspects.

“So, Xixi, how many points do we have now?”

It was only after the system finished speaking that Youyou smiled and spoke.

She curved her lips and timidly reached out to touch it.

【One hundred points, host, please take a look.】

Affectionately rubbing against the host’s fingers, with just a thought, the walls of the system space suddenly transformed into a translucent interface filled with flowing lights.

Youyou looked up and saw the following words written on it.

166215, Information of the host of the Little White Lotus Heroine System:

【Name】: Bai Youyou

【Gender】: Female (currently unchangeable)

【Race】: Human

【Total Points】: 100

【Mission Status】: 1 mission completed successfully, 0 failures

【Mission Evaluation】: A (1)

【Skill Status】: None

【Level Evaluation】: Novice Tasker

Youyou:…

So advanced, so magical.

【Host, would you like to continue with a mission or spend points to decorate the space? After each mission, the host can choose to stay in the system space for 1-7 days, and as the host’s level increases, this time can be extended.】

“Um, let’s do a mission.”

After all, her memories only stayed within the system space, and when it came to missions…

She was both excited and unfamiliar.

【Alright, a mission is being randomly selected. Please wait, host…】

【Ding ding, mission selection successful. Low-level world, coordinates locked…】

【Ding ding, space-time conversion in progress. Please be patient, host…】

“Huh?”

A familiar dizziness washed over her, and the next second, Youyou lost consciousness.

…

“Entertainment World: The Troublemaking Transmigrator”

“Youyou, please stop asking, okay?”

Amidst the haze of her consciousness, Youyou heard a gentle yet weary female voice.

As her vision gradually cleared, what came into Youyou’s sight was a woman with disheveled hair and a strikingly beautiful face.

The woman seemed to have just taken a shower, her hair damp and dripping with water.

She was wearing a silk bathrobe that accentuated her curves. From Youyou’s keen eyes, it was evident that the robe was undoubtedly very expensive.

Staring blankly at the woman, Youyou’s silent demeanor only intensified the weariness in the woman’s eyes. She opened her mouth, but didn’t know what to say to Youyou. Meanwhile, Xixi’s voice suddenly appeared in Youyou’s mind: 【Task target favorability -5, total 70, crying.】

Youyou blinked her eyes in confusion.

She didn’t understand the woman’s words, let alone the system’s words.

Her innocent gaze lingered on the woman’s face, and Youyou couldn’t help but marvel at how beautiful she was, even more so than those TV and movie stars.

Feeling uncomfortable under Youyou’s clear and tranquil gaze, the woman furrowed her beautiful brows slightly, as if she had been defeated by Youyou. She sighed silently, “Youyou, I’m tired. Can you let me rest?”

Outside, she had to deal with those cunning foxes who never showed their true intentions, and at home, she had to face this person’s dissatisfaction and questioning.

Ling Ya suddenly felt exhausted, truly exhausted.

【Favorability -5, currently 65. Please don’t stay silent, Youyou.】

Youyou: …

“En… okay.”

Each word was spoken by Youyou with a soft and sweet tone.

However, despite this, Ling Ya didn’t show any particular emotion upon hearing these words. She eagerly nodded at Youyou and returned to her room. Youyou pursed her lips, feeling inexplicably as if this woman found her somewhat repulsive.

Her gaze gently shifted, and Youyou noticed that the living room was extremely small, cluttered with random objects, making the already narrow house feel even more cramped.

It seemed difficult to even find a place to step.

“Xixi?”

【Don’t worry, Youyou. I’ll transfer all the information and everything to you.】

Nodding, Youyou found a seat on the sofa, her gaze clear and bright.

Time seemed to pass for a long while, yet it also felt like mere moments. After receiving the memories of the original host and the plot of the task, Youyou touched her empty stomach and couldn’t help but feel a sense of grievance.

“Xixi, I’m so hungry.”

Ling Ya had eaten her fill outside, but the original host was almost starving to death.

She sniffled, feeling bullied.

【I’m sorry, Youyou. Currently, I don’t have any means to help you. However, after scanning, there are two moldy steamed buns in the refrigerator that you can manage to eat.】

Youyou: …

The original story of this world was about the love story between Bai Youyou and Ling Ya.

The original host, Bai Youyou, had a pure appearance and a naive personality, while Ling Ya had a strong and assertive appearance, and even her temperament was more resolute and composed than Bai Youyou’s.

In the original plot, this pair of childhood friends had their fair share of arguments and misunderstandings, but their feelings for each other remained unchanged.

They worked hard together, supported each other, and eventually established themselves in the big city, achieving success in both their careers and love lives.

However, in this derivative version of the plot, there was an additional transmigrator.

The transmigrator’s name was Fu Shu. Before transmigrating, she was the CEO of a multinational company, and after transmigrating, she became a powerful figure with remarkable abilities.

Fu Shu had a strong personality and a strong desire for control. When she accidentally discovered that she had transmigrated into the world of the novel “My Girlfriend is a Movie Queen,” she became very interested in one of the female leads, Ling Ya.

As for the other innocent and naive female lead, Fu Shu held her in contempt.

Fu Shu had her people gather all the information about Ling Ya and Bai Youyou, and she used her influential status to orchestrate a “coincidental” encounter with Ling Ya, gradually getting closer to her.

As the two met more frequently, Fu Shu started developing feelings for the strong and resilient Ling Ya.

Meanwhile, Fu Shu’s dislike for Bai Youyou, who was by Ling Ya’s side, grew stronger.

But who was Fu Shu?

She was a powerful and intelligent woman who would never resort to forceful methods. It was highly likely that she would influence the relationship between her and Ling Ya.

She merely exploited the emotional weaknesses between Ling Ya and Bai Youyou, causing some troubles in their lives. Then, at crucial moments, she would appear before Ling Ya as a hero to save the day, greatly increasing Ling Ya’s fondness for her.

On Bai Youyou’s side, Fu Shu’s approach was more straightforward and aggressive.

She made it difficult for Bai Youyou to make a living while buying various expensive clothes and jewelry for Ling Ya, and so on.

Over time, Bai Youyou’s mentality became more and more unstable. She had extreme thoughts and believed that Ling Ya was having an affair. They would frequently have intense arguments, especially when Ling Ya came home late at night. As a result, Ling Ya became increasingly indifferent to Bai Youyou and even started to feel some aversion towards her.

The outcome was clear.

On one hand, there was Bai Youyou, who was often hysterical and had no practical value, just an ordinary childhood friend. On the other hand, there was Fu Shu, a powerful CEO with an outstanding appearance and a great personality, in short, a successful and accomplished figure in every aspect. It was natural for Ling Ya to choose Fu Shu.

In fact, if it weren’t for Ling Ya’s disgust towards Bai Youyou, which ultimately led to Bai Youyou being secretly killed by the petty-minded Fu Shu, Youyou would have actually wanted to pursue the derivative plot.

“Xixi, I don’t like Ling Ya.”

Biting off the moldy parts of the steamed bun, Youyou took small bites and swallowed the cold and hard bread. She looked pitiful.

“She despises me.”

Now, the derivative plot has reached its midway point.

The relationship between the original host and Ling Ya has become strained.

“Host, drink some water.”

The system, Xixi, looked at the host with some reluctance. It was quite awkward for the system.

But that’s just how the host is. The person she possessed is always abandoned.

“Mhm.”

Youyou poured a glass of water and placed it on the low table. She continued to complain to the system while chewing on the steamed bun. “And why does she think it’s wrong for the original host to be angry?… The yukata she’s wearing was bought by Fu Shu, the cosmetics were gifts from Fu Shu, and even the wristwatch was given by Fu Shu. Isn’t it normal for the original host to be upset?…”

Youyou didn’t quite understand Ling Ya’s thoughts. She took another bite of the steamed bun and spoke in an increasingly indignant tone. “Moreover, the reason the original host questioned Ling Ya tonight was because she smelled alcohol and makeup on her.”

“The original host is practically starving, while Ling Ya is enjoying herself outside, indulging in food and drinks, being all lovey-dovey with Fu Shu. It’s really annoying.”

Youyou, who had always been pampered and cared for, found herself reduced to gnawing on steamed buns. She felt like crying, really, really wanting to cry.

Tears welled up in her eyes, as if they would fall in the next moment. Youyou took another bite of the steamed bun, and her resentment towards Ling Ya and Fu Shu deepened.

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