An interactive horror novel, with you as the only thing keeping the protagonists alive! 


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 It's all up to you, dear Stone Giver.

She said in a gentle tone, " Yuxuan, can you take me out? I am bored by laying down from morning onwards. My brother gave me strict orders not to go out until I recover." Yuxuan said with a worried expression on his face, " you are still weak. Take rest." 


She twitched her lips, and she turned her head to the other side. Yuxuan understood her feelings, " ok..I will take you out. However, we need to get back quickly. Is it ok with you? Where do you want to go?"


Yizhen smiled and said, " yep deal..to the cliff." He said, "come, let's go" He was about to open the door. Yizhen said in a hurried tone, " stop" He has a puzzled expression on his face, and he asked,      " what?" 


He saw yizhen opened a wardrobe and searching for something. He moved forward and stood back of her and he placed his hand and took out a token. He bent down and mumbled near her ears, " Is this the thing you are searching for" 


Yizhen felt nervous she can feel yuxuan breath on her shoulder. She covered her nervousness. She took her moon token from his hands and said, " Yes…" He moved back. She said, "we will sneak out from the window. If I open the door my brother may wake up." 


Yuxuan helped her and they came out of the window. He said, " don't use your martial arts. I will help you to jump on this wall." He placed his hand behind her waist and jumped on the wall of her courtyard. 


Yizhen showed him," take me near that room." When they reached the ancestral room he puts her down. They went inside, and she said, " don't get shocked. This is my secret door." 


He is amused by her mechanisms, and he thought, " My wife is beautiful, strong, intelligent and what all surprises she will give me." she walked on the cliff and saw the city with lanterns as if they are fire flies flying through the air. 


They returned to her room, and she said in an anxious tone, " you sleep over on that bed. I am fine you need not take care of me. You have lots of work in the palace. If you don't get rest you will get sick." 


He said, " good night, sleep well. If you want anything call me." She said, " Ok" Yuxuan woke up when it's morning, he saw her. He is mesmerized by her beautiful face. 


He bent down held his breath and placed a kiss on her lips, then his ears turned red. He thought I need to leave and If I see her again, I can't control myself. He left the room quietly.


Next day when she woke up, she saw he has already left. Yichang received an imperial edict stated that he is bestowed with "Two shops, and  one residence in the capital city and 10,000 silvers and 10,000 gold tickets." 


The eunuch gave one more imperial edict to him. He opened it and saw, " His marriage is fixed with Li family daughter Li Xian."


Yan informs yizhen about yichang and xian's marriage. Yizhen was elated and asks, " Big brother, when is the wedding ceremony held?" Yan replied " after 12 days." 


She said, " Big brother, can you send brother to my courtyard." Yichang came to her courtyard and asked her, " little zhen, do you need anything?" She said in an anxious tone, " I heard that your marriage is fixed by the emperor. Are you ok with it ?"


Yichang said with his lips curved up, " yes.. I am ok with it." Yizhen felt relieved and she smiled, "brother, I have met Xian at the banquet. She is a nice girl. She will be a good match for you." 


She said, " Brother, though you act as you don't care about anyone and you keep away from others getting close to you with your cold face. But I know you are really warm and kind person to the person's whom you trust." He said in astonished tone, " oh ...you know me quite well." 


Yizhen grinned and said, "Congrats Brother we need to send betrothal gifts( guo da li) to Li family." Yichang said, " You don't need to worry. I will take care of everything." Yichang sent to the Li family, " wine, tea, fruits, double happiness stickers, a red banner, candles etc"  He sent gold necklaces, bracelets, and rings for the bride.


Yichang also received gifts (Hui li) from the Li family. Yizhen took Yan and went to shopping. She purchased wedding dress for her brother. Both Yan and she bought a few dresses. She bought hair accessories and rogue powder and few female clothes. 


She said in thrilled tone, " Big brother, we will give them to Xian after their wedding.These clothes will suit her." She also bought things required in her brother's courtyard.For the next couple of days Yan and yizhen are busy with their works.


In the Li mansion:


Li Xian wore a red dress with her tied up as a bun. She wore a floral tiara and few side hair pins with long beads. She was carried by her elder brother to the sedan. The wedding procession from the Li mansion to the Yi mansion consisted of a traditional band, the bride's sedan, and bride's dowry. 


The wedding procession of the bride's family stopped at the door of the Yi mansion. Then they fired firecrackers and played music. Then yichang received her and led her along the red carpet in a festive atmosphere. 


Yizhen saw her brother in a red dress and thought he is so handsome today. Then the bride and bridegroom kowtow three times to worship the heaven, parents and spouse.


Yizhen and Yan are busy receiving guests and taking care of them. Yizhen wore a simple purple colored female attire. As she doesn't want attract others attention. At late night all the guests left. Then yan, jingyi, and jingtian had food with yizhen. 


Yizhen has a weary expression on her face and he said, " Big brother, take care of remaining things." She changed her robes to men's attire and thought how difficult it is to carry all this traditional jewelry and heavy dress. She took her moon token, flute, and sword and left to the cliff. She climbed on the peach tree and stared at the moon. She placed her hand behind her head and fell asleep.


Jinping informed to yuxuan, that yizhen sneak out of her house. Yuxuan went to the cliff and he waved his hand and jinping left. Yuxuan has worried expression on his face  and he thought inwardly how bold she is? Why she is sleeping outside? She doesn't fear that something bad may happen to her. After our marriage I will tie her to a chair if she sneaks out like this. He called out " Yizhen." 


She moved her body quickly and she tripped. Yuxuan moved forward and holds her in his hands and she wrapped her hand around his neck. Both of them were in a trance. Yuxuan can sense a sweet floral smell from her body. Due to the heavy breeze flower petals are falling on them. Yizhen got down.

LUO YAN and Luo Jin were just outside the gate of Matlock Town waiting for Shen Ji Yun.  Today was the day that they would meet his other two teammates.  They were supposed to meet them yesterday, but it was postponed because one other member had another appointment.  Luo Yan didn't mind at all.  So they changed the meeting today.
He looked down at his brother who still had a sulking face.  Obviously, despite agreeing with Luo Yan, he's still quite reluctant to meet Shen Ji Yun's teammates and definitely still didn't want to join his team.  It had been two days since then and his younger brother was still pouting.
"Is Ah Jin still unwilling to meet with Brother Ji Yun's friends?" Luo Yan asked, he purposely made his eyes filled with tears.  It would immediately evoke pity from anyone who saw him like this.  "But didn't Ah Jin already agree with me?"
Seeing his brother being like this again, Luo Jin suddenly felt that he'd been thrown again into a pit.  And that pit was even personally dug by his brother.  But even if he felt like that, what could he do?  He just couldn't bear to see his brother looked sad.
"I'm not unwilling.  If I am, then I wouldn't be here at all." Even though Luo Jin said that, he said it through gritted teeth.  A sign that he was definitely unwilling.
But Luo Yan ignored that and just smiled.  "Okay." 
The main reason why he wasn't opposed to the idea of joining Shen Ji Yun's team was because he had been thinking of playing at the Arcadia Cup.  But in order for that to happen, he had to have a team consisting of at least five members.  He first thought of building his own team, but then he realized how much trouble that would be.  Because as the one who built it, he had to also be the one who would manage it.  And that's just troublesome.
But joining another team would be equally troublesome.  Especially if the team was full of annoying people.  That's why joining a big team had never been an option for Luo Yan.  Because he was sure that those types of people would often be seen in those kind of teams.  After all, there were only five spots in during an official game.  So competition between team members would definitely be fierce.  If they saw a newcomer better than them, it would just arouse envy and resentment.  
Luo Yan had no patience dealing with people like that.  Besides, he was playing Arcadia to have fun.  Not to be annoyed at every turn.
  Then a notification bell sounded.  It was a notification indicating that someone sent a private message to him.  Luo Yan immediately opened it.
SHEN: [I just logged in.  Are you already there at Matlock Town?]
He replied; Noctis: [We just got here.]
Then received a reply immediately; SHEN: [I'll teleport there now.]
Looking at this exchange of message, Luo Yan couldn't help but remember when Shen Ji Yun first sent him a private message in WeChat.  It was after dinner, on the same day that he asked for his WeChat ID.
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Luo Yan who was holding his phone received five video files from [luckycloud] – Shen Ji Yun's username.  He said that it was the videos of those game developers who made speeches during the game convention he attended.
He was a bit surprised, he didn't expect that he would send it so fast.
[YanYan1213]: Thank you. 
[luckycloud]: You're welcome.
Then it was followed by a white rabbit sticker.  The rabbit was blowing kisses which in turn produced two small hearts.  
Luo Yan stared a while at this rabbit sticker and wasn't able to react immediately.  He never thought that almost expressionless guy would actually send something so… cutesy?
[YanYan1213]: I already talked to my brother.  He agreed but on the condition that we have to meet your teammates first.
Another rabbit sticker was sent.  This time the rabbit was clapping, sparkles and the word 'good' appeared beside it.  
[luckycloud]: I'll talk to them.  Then I'd message you again.
[YanYan1213]: Okay.
As a reply, it was another rabbit sticker once again.  Now the rabbit was winking, first the left eye then the right eye.
After that conversation, the only thought in Luo Yan's mind was; Does Shen Ji Yun like rabbit so much?
=====
Just remembering those cute rabbit stickers, he definitely couldn't equate it to the almost doll-like Shen Ji Yun.  Luo Yan found the contrast a bit, well, cute.  If the private message function in Arcadia also allowed stickers, Shen Ji Yun might have been using those cute stickers every time they exchanged message.
His thoughts were cut off when he saw a familiar figure wearing all-black suddenly appearing out of thin air.
"Sorry.  Did you wait long?" Shen Ji Yun immediately asked when he ran towards them.
Luo Jin snorted but Luo Yan smiled and gently shook his head.
"No.  Didn't I tell Brother Ji Yun that we just got here?" he said.
"That's good.  Then shall we go?"
"What else do you think should we do here?  Sing and dance?" Luo Jin said sarcastically.
"Ah Jin," Luo Yan said in a bit of a scolding tone.  Even though there's a part of him that truly wanted to laugh because of that comment.
As usual, Shen Ji Yun didn't pay much attention to what the gnome said.  "Then let's go."
He took out a group teleport scroll and activated it.  This one would immediately bring them to his team's headquarters.
Luo Yan felt the familiar feeling of falling into a vacuum.  When he opened his eyes, they were already inside some kind of entrance hall.  He looked around at the surrounding architecture and deduced that they were inside a palace.  Not the type of western palace, but the ancient palace that could only be found in their country's history.
He was definitely surprised.  Because this was not the headquarters of a small team he was expecting.  But then again, maybe all three members didn't lack crystal coins so they could easily build a headquarter like this.
"This way," Shen Ji Yun called.  
He led them towards a huge hall.  Inside, two figures were standing.
One was a girl who looked like she was only five or six.  She had short bubblegum pink hair and a pinking eyes that looked like a pair of rose quartz.  Her porcelain white skin was covered by a white robe.  On her back, there was a pair of beautiful butterfly wings with the color of pink, red, and purple.  Every time she moved, crystal dust fell from it.
The other one was a tall man with well-defined muscles.  His skin was like a rich honey color.  His hair was red-orange and his eyes were golden-red.  On top of his head was a pair of lion ears and swishing back and forth behind his back was a long lion tail.  He would look quite intimidating, if not for that playful glint in those shining golden-red eyes.
"B-Brother Ze?!" Luo Jin suddenly exclaimed, pointing at the lion beastkin.
Bai Ze's brows furrowed when he heard the gnome calling him so familiarly.  But then he stared at the gnome.  And the more he stared, the more this gnome's features became familiar to him.  Until an image of a particular person emerged in his mind.  
"No way… Xiao Jin?" Knowing that he's right, looking at the cute and small gnome in front of him, Bai Ze's first reaction was; "Pfft!" 
And then a huge laugh erupted from the lion.


As soon as Luo Yan graduated, he immediately got an offer from a prestigious gaming company. He thought all his hard work finally paid off. And he would finally reach the pinnacle of life. But then, on his first day of work, a potted plant fell on his head and he died. 

Surprisingly, when he thought he would cross the Yellow River, he suddenly woke up and found himself in the body of a 17 year old boy. This body had the same name as him but completely different background. Because the original was the second young master of the Luo family - one of the most powerful family in S City. 

Luo Yan almost cried. God probably took pity on him and decided to give him a loving family with a wealthy background. He didn't have to work hard anymore. Studying like his life depended on it and pretending to be a holy father just to cater to people. 

So Luo Yan decided to be a salted fish and just shamelessly sell meng. 


A certain male god who always bought Luo Yan's meng: Yan Yan is so cute! Why is Yan Yan so cute?? 

Cold faced on the outside, a cinammon roll on the inside Gong X Super beautiful, black-belly Shou.


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Jin Liwei's comment was a simple animated sticker showing a cartoon of an angry white cat cracking its whip.
The netizens were taken aback. Such a cute kitty sticker… Was this something the cold and intimidating CEO Jin would comment publicly? Not to mention that it was the first post on his account ever! It was completely out of character. It was like seeing a big and mighty lion suddenly meowing like an adorable harmless kitty. They were unsure how to react.
"Uhm… I don't think it's CEO Jin. Wasn't Jin Corporation hacked during the end of summer? Maybe the hacker decided to hack CEO Jin's personal account this time."
"I think so, too. I don't believe CEO Jin will post something as cute as this. Besides, he's probably too busy running his business empire to waste his time posting on social media."
"CEO @JinLiwei, is that really you?"
Surprisingly, Jin Liwei directly replied to this user.
JinLiwei: "Yes, it's me."
There was a moment of silence before the netizens started freaking out.
"OMG! Is this for real?! Kyaaaah! CEO Jin replied to me! I took a screenshot! CEO @JinLiwei, I love you so much! You're so handsome! Actually, I think that you're more handsome, cooler and manlier than your brother @JinChonglin! I'm your fan!"
"Stupid. So what if he says that it's him? That doesn't prove anything. If I was the hacker, of course I would also say that I'm CEO Jin Liwei if I was using his account. I bet that there will be an announcement later saying that CEO Jin's account got hacked or something. Don't get your hopes up."
The bizarre situation got juicier but also more confusing when Jin Chonglin replied to his brother's comment.
JinChonglin: "Big Bro @JinLiwei, you already know about our announcement. You even gave us your blessing. Besides, it was your idea in the first place. Stop pretending to be angry about it. It's too late."
Then Jin Liwei's account replied to Jin Chonglin with yet another sticker. It was again an animated cartoon of an angry white cat, but this time, it was slamming a door close presumably on his younger brother's face.
Jin Chonglin also replied with a sticker. It showed a dog sulking with its head down in front of a wall.
Everyone couldn't believe the brothers' super cute interaction. Was this for real? Maybe both of their accounts got hacked?
Jin Liwei's cute comments might be unbelievable, but Jin Chonglin's weren't that unusual. He frequently interacted with his fans online, so they could sense if it was really him behind his account. And they could sense that he was the one currently interacting with his older brother's account right now.
"OMG!!! What on earth is happening?!! Don't tell me it's really CEO Jin posting all those cute angry kitty stickers?!!! I'm shook!!!
"Looks like it. If it wasn't CEO Jin, I don't think Prince Lin Lin would reply so familiarly like that. And it really feels like the bantering between brothers. Holy smokes! Even if it was really CEO Jin, my brain just refuses to process that it's him. I can't connect those cute kitty stickers with his cold and scary image!"
"Same here. But let's take a step back for a moment and focus on why he's using those angry cat stickers. It looks like he's not pleased that Jin Chonglin will be making an announcement with Iris Long."
"Now that you mention it, you're right! Maybe CEO Jin and the entire Jin family don't approve of Jin Chonglin's relationship with Iris Long."
"But Prince Lin Lin just said that CEO Jin already knows about the announcement. He said that he even gave them his blessing, and also that it was his idea in the first place. Why is CEO Jin complaining now?"
"Maybe CEO Jin only barely approved of their relationship because the two begged him to accept it. He may have approved it, but it doesn't mean that he's happy with it."
This speculation made the LinRis shippers very unhappy with Jin Liwei.
"Go away, Jin Liwei! I don't care if you're the CEO of Jin Corporation or whatever! Don't try separating our Boss Iris and Prince Lin Lin or we'll…we'll…we'll call you ugly, you (gorgeous) poopoo-head!"
"Ah, my heart bleeds for Prince Lin Lin and Boss Iris. They're just like the star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet! Others are trying to come between them!"
"I swear I'll protest in front of Jin Corporation's main headquarters if CEO Jin doesn't approve of our Boss Iris for Prince Lin Lin!"
"Count me in!"
The LinRis shippers were now treating Jin Liwei as if he was the biggest villain in the path of their Boss Iris and Prince Lin Lin's path to a lifetime of marital happiness. They were encouraged when Jin Chonglin began liking their posts against Jin Liwei.
Jin Chonglin then posted another sticker. This time, it was of an animated dog pointing one of its paws while laughing uproariously.
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Jin Corporation.
Xu Tian knocked on the door twice before opening it and entering. He found his boss, Jin Liwei, working on his computer behind his massive desk.
Jin Liwei only gave a quick glance and a nod at his assistant before continuing to type away.
"President, here are some documents that need your attention," Xu Tian told him upon arriving in front of his desk. "The first pile needs to be signed today while the others aren't as urgent."
"Leave them on the desk."
"Yes, President."
Xu Tian did as he was told. He was about to walk out of the office to make some refreshing tea for his boss when an adorable child's voice suddenly spoke.
"Excuse me, Daddy. Sorry to bother you, but are you busy? Meow~"
"Yes, I am. Why?" Jin Liwei replied while continuing to work on his computer.
"Oh, okay. Mommy was just asking if you're busy because she wants to talk to you. Ketchup will just tell her that Daddy can't talk right now because you're busy. Meow~"
Jin Liwei immediately paused what he was doing.
"I always have time for your mom. She can always talk to me. Tell her to call me—no, let's call her instead."


A world-famous hacker and daughter of the most powerful criminal family who ruled the international Underworld for many generations is killed when their organization is annihilated in a single night.

She is reborn into the body of Iris Long, a teenage pop singer, wild party girl, and spoiled brat. For the former princess of the Underworld who lived an overprotected and shackled life, this new life is a chance to finally live the life of freedom and independence that she always wanted.

Jin Liwei is the most powerful man in the country's business world. Cold and ruthless, he is someone only a few dare offend. When the infamous Iris Long, who used to chase his younger brother, wakes up from a year-long coma, his unfeeling heart moves for the first time and he falls hard for this unexpected genius girl.

She wants to fly freely and soar high beyond the sky. He wants her everything, to tie her to himself and to never let her go.

This is her journey to super stardom. This is his journey in accompanying her. Together, they will rock the world while facing many challenges.

But what will happen when she discovers that she can never escape from the shadows of her previous life? Will she still be able to live her dream life of freedom and independence? Will he be able to protect her from the dangers?

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WARNING!!! WARNING!!! WARNING!!!

This novel is rated 18+ (no one 17 and under allowed). It contains mature adult themes, coarse language, explicit sexual content, and occasional graphic violence. Reader discretion is strongly advised. Please do NOT read if you are under 18 or if you feel uncomfortable with any of these elements. 

And despite of what some of the negative reviews are claiming, there is NO rape in this novel. Many scenes are deliberately made uncomfortable (clear 18+ warning), but there is NO rape.

Also please remember that this is a work of "fiction". Thank you!

The hands that hugs the waist, is slowly stroking the back the side of Pam.  She knew this is coming regardless of the situation.  In all honesty she missed him a lot.  She tried so hard to keep herself busy for the past 6 months. The thought of waiting caused her to tear up few days ago, now that they are together, she can only give in to Tim and accept the mutual physical longing

Tim lifted her tank top exposing her upper body.  Pam did not resist, she looked away to lessen the embarrassment.  

"I like what I see."  Tim looked at her face fascinated with the faint section created in her abdomen.  She is probably working on her abs.  She looked toned no longer skinny. 

Pam gave out a smile but covered her face, she felt proud and happy with what Tim said but at the same time still feeling embarrassed of her exposure.  Her boobs were never big like Lissy's but it stand proud despite its cute size.  

Tim cannot help but admire what she has done to her body.  What other way to enjoy but to give those abs little kisses?  This got Pam to curl inwards as she became ticklish with the subtle kisses.  It then escalated to the twins.  Tim sucked hard on both igniting goosebumps all over Pam's body.  Pam helplessly encircled her arms around his neck to support her weakening upper body due to the burning sensation. 

Pam thought that the long-haul flight will slow down Tim however he was like a beast that has never hunted for years.  The first assault was too sudden and rough.  He forcefully got in with one push.  Tim would normally tease he, let her adjust to his size and rhythm before going all out.  Pam gasp for breath, it hurts almost just like the first time, but it got better in succeeding assault.  In the end she was the prey that got slaughtered till the last drop.   

Pam never expected to wake up with feverish feeling down south.  She was too tired last night.  Even the daily exercises she had did not help regain her strength in every round they had.  It only allowed her to stay 'alive' as Tim bullied her all night.  Her body clock tells her that it still early in the morning.   Half awake, she tried to open her eyes to check on the time from the wall clock in front of the bed.   Before she could even confirm the time, she let out a loud moan.  She realized that her legs are raised and spread wide open, the raging bull appears to be cleaning up in between.

"Tim~" 

She was too weak to resist and say another word and just let out a long moan. 

Tim responded with, 'hmmm' acknowledging her call out.  It created a vibration to that sensitive part causing Pam to moan more.  Such reaction from Pam got Tim's mouth and tongue working double time.  Early in the morning, she is literally dripping.  Her sanity is about to escape her, trembling as she reached orgasm.  Tim knew it was coming and so he ascended.  

This action caused Pam to use his last ounce of breath to tell him, "no more please…" tapping his waist. 

The bull who is in position let out an evil smile but retreated.  Tim hugged Pam spooning her.  She was almost lifeless from releasing fluid in her body.  He was still teasing her butt with his thing but Pam pleaded.  

"Tim, you are not leaving tomorrow right?"

"Hmmm...why?"  he was sniffing her neck as he answered.

"We have time to do this again, I am drained."

Tim chuckled and continued with the tease, stroking her body sensually.  In a few minutes, Pam has drifted back to sleep.  It was indeed early, at 6am she woke up from the endless nibbling in the area in between her thighs.  Tim hugged her and for few more minutes stared at her face peacefully sleeping.   He then stood up to go to the bathroom and relieve the heat that is still prevalent in his body. 

While Pam is asleep, Tim roamed around the unit, checking each area.  He took note of the place where she would normally take or do video call with him.  The mini calendar at living room got his attention.  There were stickers on some dates.  He assumed that it represents her emotion for the day.  He looked back from the months since the first sticker has been pasted.  It was a crying emoji.  There were also stickers with sweat, heart and surprise.  Noticeably few days before he arrived in Sydney there were stickers depicting, she cried.  It was a good thing that he decided to cut the US trip to spend time with her. 

It was almost lunch time and he only had coffee in the morning, he started to feel hungry.  He saw bacon and eggs on the fridge.  There was also garlic, olive oil and pasta.  He started preparing to cook for traditional carbonara.   

The table is set with the simple pasta.  Tim checked on Pam.  She was still sleeping soundly, he suddenly felt sorry for her.  He was indeed too demanding of her to satisfy his needs.  He sat on one side of the bed and stoked her hair calling her soft, "Pam… Pam."

Pam responded only after several attempts from Tim to wake her up.  But what got her to open her eyes is when his hot breath fell on her ears and said, "wake up My Queen, otherwise we can do it again."

"Tim…stop joking.  I am drained."

"I am not joking!"  Pam is still naked under the quilt.  Tim was stroking her thigh.  

Pam tried to sit not even minding the quilt falling on her lap exposing her upper body full of love bites.  She is still on daze and confused state. What surprised Tim is when she hugged him. 

"Let me rest." She said pleading once more.

"I will let you rest, freshen up for now and let's have our lunch."

At the mentioned of lunch, Pam reacted 180 degrees.  She retracted from hugging Tim.  Stood up not minding her nakedness and proceed to the bathroom.  No matter how tired she is Tim has missed proper dinner and breakfast, she needs to get something prepared for lunch.

Tim just observed her movements, seeing her walk uninhibited got him smiling.  This is how he wants her to be uninhibited even if he is around.  Looking at her body, it is to die for.

Pam had to run away before its too late.  She has always dreamed of becoming successful in IT career.  Love came unexpectedly from an unexpected man.  She was willing to take the journey towards success with him.  She was ready to dive in a romantic relationship.  Suddenly he is part of her dream, her life, all her first was with him.  It was beautiful until she was apparently just an ego game. 

Tim…he still exudes the confidence.  He still got the appeal physically and mentally.  Everyone thinks he has everything!  After Pim left him, he felt abandoned, he felt empty. Thanks to Lissy he felt complete, ‘she is the one’.   Lissy is all that I need.   

What is the truth behind Tim?  He used to be Pim’s. His girl was once called Pim.  Asking both themselves in silence…why do we have to cross path once more when each has moved on. 

“What are you doing?” has been an interesting line for Tim. Read on to find out. There are some mature content.

"So, where are you headed off to so early in the morning?" Ryder and Blake pointed at themselves because they thought Lorenzo was asking them but the eldest in the household shook his head. "I know you are going to that library thirty minutes away from here. Why would you do that when there is one two blocks away? And you, you always leave for the studio at this time. Vivian here is dressed very elegantly, could that be her power?"

"I need to find a larger library to do more research. Of course, a jock like you would not remember how to find information that is not on the internet." Blake grinned and ducked after Lorenzo chucked an apple core at the youngest. They both knew Blake was being sarcastic but Lorenzo loves showing off his biceps. Blake dusted his precious lab coat and pushed his glassed up the bridge of his nose. "You can pick that up. Cinderella, make sure you wipe that spot well!"

As the twins put their shoes on, Ryder asked his brother who he was in the story of Lorenzella. Blake showed his fun side by saying Ryder would be the other stepsister. Ryder looked shocked, as if he had forgotten Cinderella had two sisters and I find it funny how Ryder wanted to be the crueler sister. "There is a cruel sister, right? I mean, they are both mean but I want to be evil!"

The doors closed and after they locked the door Ryder's loud voice fades as they walk away from the unit. Lorenzo waits for me by the coat hanger with a random pair of knee high combat boots hanging around his neck. We have a tradition of picking each other's shoes that started ever since we were kids. Others tease us for acting like a couple but I do not know if other friends in platonic relationships have their own weird traditions.

I looked at my outfit which consisted of a white turtleneck, a black bomber jacket, leather pants and a tote bag that holds my work and superpowers. I had to say that his styling has improved during the year because there was one time when he gave me running shoes that are comfortable but I was wearing a sundress. 

"I will find your superpower," Lorenzo whispers in my ear as I bend to slip the shoes on. I looked up to see his glistening teeth that could blind the eye and all I can think of if they were pure white or a slight shade darker. My friend saw my bewildered expression but slaps my back as if to ease the rising tension. "And when I do, it will be awesome!" 

"Yeah, I believe in you Lorenzo but I have a customer I need to meet." I checked my pockets for my phone, keys and a sharpened pencil. I'm ready to meet the first customer ever since I finished my last project but I know I will get cold feet when I actually meet the customer. He said he wanted to meet at his company but if I rode my bike it would take about forty minutes if traffic isn't bad. I would take public transportation but there are still a lot of people going to work at six. 

"You are riding your bike again?" I nod and Lorenzo looked reluctant to let me go. After moments of silence and Brett's background noise, Lorenzo opened the door to the balcony where we stored our bikes. He checked the bell which sent a row of pigeons flying from the railings. "Be careful, you hear me? I was riding the other day and almost got ran over by some fancy guy. Do you have the can of Fabreeze, pepper spray and dog repellent?" 

I nod and pull out the three cans of protection. Brett calls them the Guardians and sometimes I wonder if he is addicted to games or not. He is a game tester which makes his lifestyle slightly understandable. It is a wonder how he does not need glasses or contact lenses. "I hope I do not have to use the Fearsome Fabreeze." 

Brett whoops in the background like he always does when someone uses the names he gives to everyday objects. Fearsome Fabreeze can act as air fresheners after a long battle with constipation or it could be trickery according to Brett. He spent a week painting and perfecting the outer layer of the purple can until it looks like metal. 

"I have been trained to recognize poisonous fumes but I would be terrified to see an unmarked metal can I would sprint. Do you remember how to hold it?" He nods in satisfaction when I exaggerate a pose that we always see in superhero movies. "Also, you better not leak your superpower to anyone else. Who knows if you can make diamonds. Greedy people would surely love that." 

"But that isn't my power," I secured the tote bag in the basket hanging from my bike. Lorenzo opened the door for me and helped me to the elevator. He wanted to drop me off at the lobby but I told him to go back up and rest. "I will be fine." 

"I know but there are some crazy things happening out there. You are also a female, of course I would worry." He tapped the pocket holding my phone and reminded me to call him when I arrive at my customer's company building. "If anything seems suspicious do not eat, drink or breathe in the building. Which number am I on your speed dial?" 

"I think you are number two. 911 is always number one." I laugh when Lorenzo pretends to imitate one of his students who always throw temper tantrums. He smiles and waved me away as he spun on his feet. I waved at his retreating back, "Rest well! I will be back before you know it. I might get you your favorite cupcake from Hao's Bakery on the way back." 

I slowly brought my bicycle down the short flight of concrete stairs while trying to dodge seagulls scattered on different steps. Once I reach the sidewalk I took a whiff of the crisp morning air. Living right beside a Great Lake  is the best place for inspiration. Living with four guys in a busy city beside a lake was surely not what I wrote in elementary school for the 'When I grow up I want to be...' boxes. 

I rechecked my inventory and when I am sure I have everything I need, I hopped onto the bike. I zipped up my jacket pockets as I recalled the time I learned the hard way that riding with open pockets could be dangerous for my phone and keys. I have lost my previous phone and Brett had to buy me another one because he was worried whenever I went out without one of the boys. 

I stepped on the pedals and rode onto the lane for bicycles, keeping to the curb as closely as possible. As I rode through the urban streets I counted Uber cars as they went by, wondering what the story of the individual drivers were and where they were going. If they are on the road at six, they must have started very early but customers would be needing them later in the day so I do not know why so many are out at this time. 

I made a sharp turn to the right and looked at the smartwatch on my wrist to read the time. I still have more than enough time to stop by my favorite flower shop for inspiration. I rode into the bars for bicycles and dismounted while retrieving my tote bag from the basket. I slung the bag over my shoulders and tried to fix my hair using the windows. 

"Viv! How many times have I told you not to stick your face into the window? You are scaring my babies." The door of the shop opened which made a set of windchimes sing. I slowly turn my head to the side, straightening myself quickly. The best florist I know had a pot of different succulents in her hands. 

"Ah, I forgot the roses are pricks." We both grin at the pun I made and without invitation I walk past her to look around the cozy shop. Soft music that seems fit for mediation plays in the background. "I just wanted to get a flower for inspiration. What is the flower of the day, Melina?" 

"Daffodils! Symbolizes rebirth, fresh starts and all that jazz." Melina brought a small pot from the wooden counter. In the cute container decorated with stickers is a single stem with the bright flowering top. "This one is free since you created the stickers. The kids love them! I think you should try using social media to gain more exposure though." 

"I hear it's a good idea for artists but I don't think I am dedicated nor confident enough. I just finished a small project that paid really well and I'm also on my way to meet a customer." I gratefully take the daffodil from her outstretched hands. I give her a wink as I backed out of her shop, "Thanks Melina. I will be sure to make another set of stickers for your store." 

"Alright, take your time. If you do not think you can manage a social media account yourself I can help. The shop is not so busy around this time of year until some holiday comes along." Melina watched as I reorganized my stuff. She adjusted the flower pot and shook the handbars, satisfied when the pot seems secure. "Good luck! Whoever you are meeting would be shocked to see your skill." 

"Oh," I chuckled as I mounted my metal steed. I should be leaving the block any minute now if I want to be fifteen minutes early to the meeting.  "I like working at my own pace. I think being a freelancing artist has its difficulties but that's the same with every job. You say caring for plants makes you feel magical and I feel magical when I draw. I'll be seeing you soon. Maybe for setting up social media accounts just for fun. We can post about flowers and art!" 

"You mean me as in we? Alright, I might quickly make an Instagram account and I'll post the daily flowers until you come around again. Bye Vivian!" We wave at each other and said our byes. Melina walked back into her store and I continued on my way, watching buildings and cars as I fly past them. After the great start of the day I am full of ideas for my customer. Let's meet him first before I get too excited.

From the expression, "Sheds, fishbowls, pomegranate trees; men, fat dogs, chubby girls," it could be inferred just how much the old Beijing residents loved fish and dogs.  The rich and cozy life in the Siheyuan, the Chinese courtyard houses, made both dogs and girls chubby.
At the end of summer, at the beginning of the fall, there were fewer and fewer mosquitoes. Teachers were reading with rhythm in the study. They grabbed a reclining chair, sat under the shed full of purple grapes, and opened a red pomegranate. Ripe pomegranate seeds exuded sweet juice between the teeth. 　　
An old, fat dog was lying on its stomach next to the reclining chair, lazily flicking its tongue from time to time. Dense condensation formed on the exterior wall of the fishbowl, gathered slowly under gravity, and dripped down the bowl, moistening the green rocks.　　
A goldfish with bulging eyes was blowing bubbles and frolicking among the dark green lotus leaves. A fair and chubby girl was running merrily and freely in the Siheyuan. From that moment on, a good life was always closely connected to pets.　　
The indoor people owned cats. The active, outdoor people owned dogs. Those who wished to cultivate their tastes and mold their characters owned fish.　　
Of course, the Siheyuan life in Beijing could no longer be enjoyed by ordinary folks. A courtyard could easily cost a billion dollars.　　
The older generation was not very fussy about the fish. Besides, goldfish, grass goldfish, and koi fish were coldwater fish that were resistant to low temperatures. Even in winter, it was unnecessary to move the fish tank indoors. In addition, the fish tanks in the old Beijing Siheyuan were not only for the fish. They were also used as fire hydrants. In case one house caught on fire, people drew water from the nearest fish tank to extinguish the fire.　　
As the greenhouse effect worsened, snowfall became rarer in the winter. But in the past, it used to be very cold in Beijing, and the fish tanks were covered with a thick layer of ice after winter began. As spring arrived and the ice melted, people would, surprisingly, find the fish swimming again in the tanks, as if they had not been affected by the frozen water.　　
With the development of time and technology, people became fussier with fish. Apart from goldfish, grass goldfish, and koi, there was a growing demand for fish that were rarer, more delicate, and colorful, so it was time for a variety of aquarium equipment to make their debut. 　　
The careful fish owners would normally buy some simple equipment online or from the aquarium market, such as heating rods, pumps, filtering devices, filters, along with some fish food to complete the list. It would cost 50 to 60 yuan in total, enough to care for at least half of the freshwater fish.
The more serious fisher owners––the ones who knew how to search for information online––might add some nitrifying bacteria, commonly used fish medicine, and oxygen pumps, while changing their tank water on a regular basis. That was enough for 80% of the freshwater fish.　　
But raising saltwater creatures was much more complicated. Wang Qian and Li Kun stared at the eye-dazzling equipment, not knowing what to do. Zhang Zian could not possibly take care of the entire aquarium all by himself. He absolutely needed Wang Qian and Li Kun to take care of the daily tasks. Therefore, he pointed at the equipment and started explaining to them one by one.　　
"We know this one. Is this a filter?" they asked as they played with one device.　　
"Yes. But do you know what kind of filter it is?" Zhang Zian asked them.　　
They looked puzzled. "This… Isn't a filter a filter? Just put some grinding wheels or filtering pads inside so that it can filter the fish poop out." 　　
Zhang Zian shook his head and laughed. "Filters are not that simple. The filtration system is the most important piece of equipment in the aquarium, as they determine if the fish can live for a long time in the tanks."　　
There were roughly three types of filtration: physical filtration, biological filtration, and secondary filtration. Physical filtration was the filtration of fish poop and food residue, which Wang Qian and Li Kun were referring to. Biological filtration was the nitrogen cycling system, in which the ammonia from fish poop degradation was transformed into harmless nitrates. Secondary filtration included a protein skimmer, ozone generator, calcium reactor, denitrator, UV sterilizer, etc.  　　
For each type that Zian talked about, he pointed at the corresponding piece of equipment so that they could remember the names and shapes and not confuse them. As for the use of each device, they could take their time to learn them in the future.　　
Apart from the filters, there were different kinds of lights, heating rods, hydrometers, dipsticks, and other miscellaneous items.　　
Not all of the equipment was shipped from Germany. He ordered many of them online before returning to China. Some of the equipment was less important, so he didn't need to get the expensive ones.　　
Wang Qian took an aquarium fish net out of the package and asked doubtfully, "Master, you only need a few fish nets. Why did you buy a whole box? Can you possibly use all of these nets? Or was the supplier only selling in bulk and refused to sell them individually?"　　
Li Kun felt the same. They both felt that a wasteful purchase was unlike Zhang Zian.　　
There were 100 fish nets in the box in multiple colors.　　
"No." Zhang Zian shook his head. "I was about to remind you. In the future, when you take fish out of the tank, you must remember to use a separate net for each tank––never mix them. Otherwise, if the fish in one tank get sick, it will soon infect all the fish."　　
"Oh… Is this like not sharing a syringe?" Li Kun asked, understanding Zian's point.　　
"More or less," Zhang Zian confirmed.　　
When shopping in aquarium markets and shops for ornamental fish, the customers only saw the thriving fish tanks and the smiling shop owners counting their money. They would never imagine that the first thing that the owners did each morning before they opened their business was dump dead fish outside and cry… They only saw the best but didn't see the worst.　
Fish diseases were usually highly infectious, and they had a long period of incubation before they showed symptoms. By the time the symptoms were seen, it was usually too late. Therefore, disease prevention and timely quarantine were crucial. Mixing aquarium nets was one of the important, but often overlooked, route of transmission. Many aquarium owners who rushed into the business ended up learning their lesson after losing tens and hundreds of thousands of dollars.　　
Karl had reminded him specifically about this.　　
The first task that Zhang Zian had assigned to Wang Qian and Li Kun was to label each fish net with serial numbers on stickers from one to one hundred that corresponded to each aquarium tank. They could not mix them under any circumstance.　　
They nodded in agreement.　　
"Is there anything else that you still don't know the function of?" Zhang Zian asked again.　　
Wang Qian and Li Kun looked at each other.　　
Zhang Zian detected the strange look on their faces. "What's the matter? If you don't understand anything, just ask. Never pretend that you understand everything. It's okay if you don't get it all. Nobody can get everything from the beginning."　　
"Master, we know this…" they mumbled hesitantly. "But…"　　
"But what? Just ask your question," Zhang Zian hurried them. "I have things to do later."　　
Li Kun picked up a box behind him. "Master, you asked us to sort the packages and move them. But we really can't figure out what this is for… We thought that it was delivered by mistake, but the recipient's name is yours."　　
He took an itsy-bitsy, light blue bikini set shakily out of the box, one piece in each hand. 　
"Master, could you please tell us… What did you buy these for?"　　
Zhang Zian pretended to be calm. "Oh, that's a gift."　　
They said in tears, "Don't lie to us, Master! Even if you are a drag queen, we will never despise you!"　　
"Oh, crap! What are you thinking? This is really a gift!" Zhang Zian clarified desperately. 　　
Heaven knows where the brains of dumb and dumber are!　　
"But you don't have a girlfriend or a wife… Who is this bikini set for? Isn't it an inappropriate gift for a regular female friend?" They would not let this go.　　
Zhang Zian didn't know how to answer them. He could not possibly tell them that it was for a mermaid in his bathtub, could he?　　
"This… Is it your business who I'm going to give it to? Can't it be for my own collection?"　　
"Collection?"　　
After hearing Zian's excuse, Wang Qian and Li Kun changed their view of him from a "pervert," to a "BIG pervert…" 　　


1. Download a suspicious game
2. Catch a few magical pets as partners
3. Go through interesting daily routines and lead the pet shop to a whole new level

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