Chapter Seventy-Five: Empowering You to Rule the World

"Gu..." Xu Nuo hesitated as she looked at the frail youth before her. "Gu... brother?"

Her gaze was filled with a complexity she could not quite name. Lu Chiyuan blinked in confusion. "Miss Xu, is something wrong?"

Under Lu Chiyuan's puzzled eyes, Xu Nuo picked up a bite of food and placed it in her mouth. The taste was so familiar that she felt as if she were still dreaming in her previous world.

But when she pinched her thigh hard, the pain was all too real. The young man's physique and presence were utterly different from Gu Xingze's.

"Little Seven, what's going on?" Xu Nuo furiously called the system, "Why does this food taste so much like what Gu Xingze made in the last game?"

007 was somewhat puzzled, but didn't react as strongly as Xu Nuo. [Perhaps the technicians were lazy and reused the same data.]

Such things were common in games: reusing the same model with only a color change for NPCs, or the same textures for scenes—it happened all the time.

Indeed, Xu Nuo calmed down. It was only a game. The realism had simply confused her for a moment.

Upon reflection, it wasn't so bad. She adored the flavor of Gu Xingze's cooking, and she was quick to adapt, maintaining her professional integrity. "Little Seven, the taste of the food could still be optimized. If players could enjoy even more deliciousness without gaining weight, it would be very appealing."

007 diligently noted her suggestion; when the host wasn't causing trouble, she was indeed very professional.

Lu Chiyuan had prepared enough food for two, but noticed that Xu Nuo hadn't eaten much, deliberately leaving a portion aside.

He asked, "Miss Xu, is the food not to your liking?"

"Not at all," Xu Nuo recalled the shy girl, "Actually, I have another patient here. She's rather reserved and might come by later. I don't know if she's eaten, so I've left some for her."

Lu Chiyuan's hand paused for a moment, and he asked naturally, "Miss Xu, you are truly kind. Were you a doctor before?"

Xu Nuo replied humbly, "No, I merely know a little about medicine."

Lu Chiyuan remembered the peculiarly designed instruments Xu Nuo had used while treating him the previous night; their craftsmanship rivaled that of immortal artifacts, though they were all ordinary items.

"What are you thinking about?" Xu Nuo tapped the youth's head.

"Miss Xu, I need to return to the outer sect," he said, for as a menial disciple, he had daily chores to fulfill.

"There's no need," Xu Nuo replied, "You are now under my name. Just focus on your recovery."

After a silent moment, Lu Chiyuan asked, "Miss Xu, why are you so good to me?"

Xu Nuo answered, "Because I enjoy helping others."

Lu Chiyuan pressed further, "Are you like this with everyone?"

"Not exactly," Xu Nuo said. "For instance, a youth like you with extraordinary bones and limitless potential deserves special treatment."

He seemed not to fully grasp her words, gazing at her with eyes still tinged with innocence.

"In short, you are remarkable. One day, you’ll become a powerful and invincible person," Xu Nuo said. "I have high hopes for you."

"You have high hopes for me?" Lu Chiyuan felt as if he had been drawn into an illusion. Had anyone ever spoken such words to him before? What made her believe he was someone worth expecting?

"Of course." Xu Nuo pressed her index finger against his furrowed brow. "My reason for treating you well is simple: I hope you will become strong."

What benefit is there for you? Lu Chiyuan didn't voice the question. He had always known that there was no such thing as a free lunch; no one would be kind without reason.

So, what was this woman's purpose?

He looked into her clear, calm eyes and sensed not the slightest impurity. It was as if she was inherently inclined to offer him such pure kindness.

Those eyes were too clean; Lu Chiyuan couldn't help but lower his head.

"Be confident, kid. I'll teach you how to dominate the world," Xu Nuo said, feeling the need to add, "And ruling the heavens is hardly a problem, either."

After all, the plot’s ending had him ascend in glory. As the standard underdog-to-hero story, he would stand above all even in the upper realm.

007 felt uneasy. [Host, your task is to heal him.] Not to play the role of the old ring master, gifting cultivation methods and aiding his training!

[Isn’t this path a bit off?]

"Is it off?" Xu Nuo was thoroughly satisfied with herself. "Even if it is, I can still ensure a perfect ending."

007 sighed, knowing it could not persuade this host.

To dominate the world… such arrogant words. Like a madman’s dream. Yet Lu Chiyuan sensed the full confidence in Xu Nuo’s tone; she seemed utterly serious, not joking in the least.

Soon, she proved her resolve through action.

Xu Nuo slowly recited a string of names. Her voice was unhurried, but the murderous intent was unmistakable.

"Do you remember these names?" she asked.

"I do," Lu Chiyuan nodded obediently, unable to resist asking, "Miss Xu, what do you want me to do?"

"Naturally," Xu Nuo’s lips curled into a smile, "find your character’s true position."

What did that have to do with his character’s position?