Chapter 244 (1/2)

Cross-dress as an apology

Every single time Zhao Youyue emerges from the Two Dimensional Gate, which of course, is after a long session of taking possession of another person and carefully leading that person’s life, she tends to take some time off to relax and get a good rest.

However, in some instances where she has played the troublemaker and has purposefully caused some havoc, there was no need for any rest. A wicked fantasy of that level is somewhat relaxing in itself.

Whenever Zhao Youyue takes the literary world more seriously, the world instantly turns into her reality. This time, when she shifted as Chu Luoxun, why did she make such a display of a suffering, pitiful figure? Well, it was to make Leng Zi feel the extent of her pain, so that she would be able to depict Chu Luoxun’s sickly condition more accurately and genuinely, and secure the sympathy of the readers.

In actual fact, Zhao Youyue could be considered to be something like a messenger. The more information she sends across, the more material that the author of the book could put to use. This could only mean that the more effort she puts into it, the better the book becomes!

Howsoever, the fact that a large number of readers have great sympathy towards Chu Luoxun’s sickly condition still stands, and this is mostly because they have been entranced, heart and soul, by the sensational writing.

If Zhao Youyue had chosen to hide those feelings, then it would have been impossible for the author to experience it. Anyone could write something out of a sickly appearance, but readers will never be able to empathize.

Without a doubt, Chu Luoxun’s life had been fulfilling and profound. She brought happiness to others, but kept all the sadness to herself. Such a beautiful soul most probably only exists in novels.

Zhao Youyue could never be someone like that. She was more selfish than the normal person, and cared about herself. When she did care about someone else, however, it was mostly out of politeness, or as a reward to someone who has gained her approval.

As a person who found joy in doing good and helping others, Zhao Youyue always appeared as if she was not expecting anything in return. In reality, however, she acts in that manner, as she had already obtained some form of self-satisfaction throughout the process. Well, in such a world, where even a saint can get too full of himself and project his moral values on others, it is no surprise that Zhao Youyue finds joy out of teaching others a lesson.

This summer break, Zhao Youyue was stuck at home all by herself, as she did not go on a vacation. Her ‘dog food’ parents, on the other hand, had already gone on a vacation together, and were nowhere to be seen.

The old Zhao Youyue would have been restless, but now that she had developed a newfound interest in various novels, mangas, TV shows, and movies, paired with the thought that one day she might be able to enter those worlds. It left her filled with nothing, but pure bliss.

She would be able to do so many things all by herself, like go on a trip, do some shopping, have scrumptious meals, get a full body treatment, and not feel even a little bit of loneliness, unlike all the other girls who seemed always to need a companion wherever they went.

Zhao Youyue was at a high-class beauty parlor when she received the Wechat message from Han Leng. Right after reading it, she raised an eyebrow in disbelief. She instantly replied, “The Great Scholar Han, isn’t your first book still brewing in a pot? You are a web novelist, why have you decided to write juvenile novels now?”

Looking at the reply from Lady Zhao, Han Leng almost wanted to reply, saying that he was just fooling around. However, no matter what, he would have to reveal his identity sooner or later anyway, as he would be signing and selling his books later on. Might as well do it now!

The reason as to why he started writing juvenile novels, obviously, had something to do with Zhao Youyue. Han Leng could never forget that one fine day which had inspired him to write the story. It was a day in April, right when the cherry blossoms bloomed in all of their beauty, where he had the opportunity to watch Zhao Youyue perform.

From the beginning, “Beautiful April” was only meant to be written, to spite Zhao Youyue. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned, and now Chu Luoxun has ended up becoming the hidden protagonist.

However, no matter what happens, considering how much Lady Zhao liked “Beautiful April,” she would surely be there in person when the signed books go on sale.

Since his real identity will inevitably be known, Han Leng sees no point to remain to lurk about in the dark anymore. Moreover, he was just a high school student, and deep in his heart there lay dormant greed, the desire to become well-known for his work. Instead of keeping a low-profile and remaining mysterious, he yearned for a taste of fame and glory.

Even so, Han Leng, who assumed he understood Lady Zhao well enough, knew that he had to act fast. As Lady Zhao is somewhat arrogant, and strongly despised liars, he would be better off admitting his mistakes quickly, before she throws a fit.

If he willingly admits his mistakes, he will surely have a chance to live on.

Zhao Youyue approved of people who carried themselves well and knew where they stood.

If Zhao Youyue’s mother, Wang Hua, appears bossy on the surface, then Zhao Youyue could be said to be the type of girl who does not appear bossy, but is far more nefarious on the inside, along with a sense of self-entitlement and superiority complex, which was actually way worse compared to her mother!