Bab 2: Chapter Two: The Beginning of Challenge
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Ling Yui, or "Feng Yuxing" as she had become now, sat in her lavish room, surrounded by walls of cold silence. Trying to adapt to this strange world was challenging, but her desire to live made her cling to every moment. The next morning, she awoke to the sound of birds outside the window and sunlight filtering through the heavy curtains, reminding her of her past days in her previous world.
Taking a deep breath, she whispered to herself, "If I've been reincarnated here, there must be a reason… I will discover it at any cost."
Before she could finish her thought, she heard a knock at the door. Granting permission to enter, the maid opened the door with a gentle smile, raising a tray of breakfast filled with foods she had never seen before.
The maid said as she gently placed the tray on the table, "Good morning, my lady. How was your night?"
Ling felt a slight tension but answered firmly, "It was… good. Thank you."
As she ate her breakfast, Ling sensed that the maid was watching her closely. She asked calmly, "What is your name?"
The maid smiled and replied, "My name is Liang Yao, my lady. I have served you since you were little. If you need any assistance, I am here."
Ling responded with a calm smile, trying to gain Liang Yao's trust: "Thank you, Yao. I will indeed need some help in the coming days."
Ling noticed that she had started to embody the character of Feng Yuxing, trying to adapt to this new situation. She realized that relying on the maid would be part of her success in uncovering the truth and understanding the world around her.
Later that day, she received an invitation from her mother to attend a family meeting. She felt a little anxious since she still didn't know her new family members well enough and didn't know how she would interact with them. But she knew she had to go. She wore a traditional gown made of luxurious silk that was in the room's closet, took a deep breath, and headed to the grand hall.
Upon entering, she felt the eyes turn toward her, some with expressions of respect, others with disdainful glances. Feng Zuo Lin was there, looking at her coldly, while her father sat in the main seat, next to her mother, who appeared stern.
Her mother said in a serious tone, "Feng Yuxing, I hope you've learned from your recent incident and understand the seriousness of getting involved in family matters."
She tried to maintain her composure but responded confidently, "I understand the importance of protecting myself and will be cautious in the future."
Her mother smiled half-heartedly, while her father showed no reaction. It dawned on her that this meeting was merely a warning, and she had to be vigilant; this family was not easy to deal with.
After the meeting, she returned to her room, reflecting on what had happened. She felt that she needed to be extremely cautious, as the family hid secrets greater than mere internal conflicts. While sitting alone, she decided she would need a plan to gather more information.
Ling sat on her bed, talking to herself: "I need to understand this girl's standing in the family. Surely, I can use some information to my advantage."
The next day, Ling planned to explore the mansion and its surroundings. She called the maid, Liang Yao, and asked her to accompany her on a tour of the mansion and its gardens. During the tour, Ling took the opportunity to ask seemingly indirect questions, which were, in fact, carefully crafted to gather information.
Ling asked with feigned curiosity, "Yao, tell me, is my relationship good with everyone in the family?"
Yao hesitated for a moment, then replied, "To be honest, my lady, there is some tension with certain family members, especially with Mr. Feng Zuo Lin… He has always seen you as a threat to his position."
Ling raised her eyebrows in fake astonishment, "Oh, do you think I could pose a threat to him?"
The maid replied cautiously, glancing around: "Mr. Zuo Lin is not… someone who accepts competition easily. There are also power struggles among family members."
In the following days, Ling put in more effort to understand the dynamics within the family and the surrounding world. It was clear that this world relied on magic and supernatural powers, and her family played a significant role in these dynamics. She realized that this world did not depend solely on wealth or political power but on individual strength and the ability to wield magic in incredible ways.
One night, while contemplating the stars from her window, a question occurred to her: "Will these magical abilities be mine as well? Can I learn and use them?" Excitement overwhelmed her; finally, she found something that sparked her passion and could give her the strength to protect herself.
The next morning, she decided to start learning the basics. She headed to the mansion's vast library, where she found shelves filled with ancient books discussing magical powers and elemental manipulation. She was engrossed in browsing some books until an unexpected figure joined her — Feng Zuo Lin.
He said with a cold smile, "I didn't realize my little sister had an interest in magic."
She felt tension at his presence but maintained her composure, responding confidently: "It's part of the family, isn't it? Isn't it natural for me to learn what matters?"
He stepped closer, his voice low: "Just remember, my sister… there are limits to everything. If you cross them, the consequences will be severe."
She felt his threat clearly in his words, but it didn't intimidate her; instead, it fueled her determination to develop her abilities and explore the magical world further.
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By the end of the day, Ling sat in her room, feeling a mix of excitement and fear. She realized that life in this world wouldn't be easy, but she felt a strength within her, a desire to change things and learn anew.
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