Chapter 56: The Contrasting Sides of Ouyang Lin

Upon hearing Shen Xing’s words, Ouyang Lin quickly calmed down.

“Your speculation makes sense. Some costs may not be obvious on the surface, but they do exist. However, you don’t need to worry too much. You used to be alone, but now you have me. Shoulder to shoulder, we can overcome any hardship!”

Shen Xing laughed heartily. “That sounds a bit like motivational talk, like something a success coach would say.”

“Oh, I’m serious. I’m confident, so you should cheer up too, alright?”

Shen Xing looked at Ouyang Lin in surprise and said with a sigh, “I never thought I’d hear you say something like that to me one day. Even though it’s because of this ability, I’m still quite happy. In a way, I guess I’m experiencing the joy those wealthy people had before.”

“Get out of here! Are you calling me a gold digger?” Ouyang Lin’s attitude had indeed changed somewhat, which was inevitable.

People are flesh and blood, with emotions and desires.

When someone holds something you deeply want, you naturally treat them well.

It’s instinctive and nothing to be ashamed of.

Therefore, Shen Xing didn’t fuss over it.

“So, next, we need to decide what supplies to acquire first.”

Ouyang Lin imitated Shen Xing by stroking her chin and, after a moment of thought, said, “About this, could you share some of the source crystals we had before with me first?”

“We’re on the same side, so of course that’s fine. But... should someone prepare a thank-you gift as well?” Shen Xing blinked, and the next moment, a handful of colorful source crystals appeared in his hand.

“I’m already yours. What other thank-you gift do you want? How about I cosplay for you? Or I can call Bai Ying back to keep you company? You pick one.”

Ouyang Lin smiled sweetly and offered two options.

“Is there even a question? Definitely number one,” Shen Xing said without hesitation, smirking.

“Hey? Why? I thought you’d pick number two. Don’t men always want more?” Ouyang Lin looked surprised and curious.

“Simple. Because if you pick number two, you won’t actually follow through. In fact, I even doubt you’ll keep your word if you pick number one,” Shen Xing said with a look that said he had you figured out.

“So that’s what you think. Too bad, I wasn’t trying to trap you just now. I grew up in a family like this; you don’t think I’m like ordinary women with small minds, do you? If it can strengthen my position in your heart, I’m capable of anything.”

After a moment of silence, Ouyang Lin suddenly found it amusing and covered her mouth, laughing softly.

“Ah? Really? Then I change my mind. I choose number two.”

Seeing that she seemed sincere, Shen Xing immediately panicked.

Ouyang Lin was great, but she was already imprinted.

Bai Ying, on the other hand, was still fresh.

“Heh, you’re baiting me now? What if this is my trap? What then?” Ouyang Lin’s face turned cold as she sneered.

“Damn it! Are you playing with me? Fine, if you want to play like that, next time there may not be any source crystals left,” Shen Xing said, feeling a bit hurt.

Just now, he realized he sounded a bit anxious when he spoke, and naturally, felt a little embarrassed.

“Hey, don’t be mad! That was just a joke. I’m not that twisted. I really meant letting Bai Ying come keep you company. But you’ve already made your choice, so that chance is gone. If you feel regretful, you can pick her again next time.”

Ouyang Lin came close, charming and coquettish.

The contrast was so striking that Shen Xing felt overwhelmed.

“Here, take them. My goodness, men need to have something solid in their hands. With something solid, your backbone is strong,” Shen Xing said, tossing more than ten source crystals into Ouyang Lin’s arms, getting goosebumps.

The upgrade in treatment was so sudden it was hard to get used to.

“You’re so good, Shen Xing! Mwah!” Ouyang Lin’s eyes sparkled as she hugged the crystals and quickly ran off to start her training.

“...That fast? No, we haven’t finished discussing everything yet,” Shen Xing muttered as he walked over, wanting her to wait before training.

But just five steps from her, he suddenly felt a powerful force field blocking his approach.

“...You really are something. Women can’t be trusted; they turn on you so quickly.” Shen Xing was no longer speechless but rather resigned.

“You train, I train. Anyone can do that,” Shen Xing snorted and decided to start practicing nearby.

But soon he held his forehead.

“I forgot I don’t have a good cultivation method yet. No, when she wakes up, I have to get her to help me with my techniques first. Having solid goods alone isn’t enough. Before, I was the little wife; after, she turned hostile. I need to have a strong fist too, so I can stay the little wife permanently.”

Thinking about the day his strength surpassed Ouyang Lin’s and how she had to obediently follow all sorts of humiliating orders, Shen Xing felt motivated to train.

After a while, Shen Xing stood up. Since he wasn’t going to train, he decided to go out for a walk.

The camp was large, and he was still unfamiliar with it.

He thought that if he could learn more about the camp’s layout, it would be safer when planning raids later.

Just a few steps outside, he saw Bai Ying storming toward him, furious.

“What’s wrong? Why so angry?” Shen Xing asked curiously as she approached.

Bai Ying was still wearing her camouflage uniform, but it was stained with a lot of blood.

A strong scent of blood surrounded her.

Obviously, after parting ways, Bai Ying had been through another fierce battle.

“I’m going to find Officer Ouyang now. We’ll talk later,” Bai Ying said with furrowed brows, showing no interest in chatting.

“It’s useless to go now. She’s training, and no one can get close. What happened? Maybe I can help since you saved me once,” Shen Xing reached out to stop her.

Bai Ying had to stop and turned to look at Shen Xing, asking seriously, “You’re not just flattering me, right? Even if you have that kind of relationship with Officer Ouyang, it doesn’t mean your words carry weight with her.”

“You’re right, that was true before. But now it’s different. I guarantee my words have weight now,” Shen Xing said sincerely, wanting to help without beating around the bush.

“Alright, I don’t know where your confidence comes from, but I have no one else to turn to. Shen Xing, if you really can speak to her, please help my friend!” Bai Ying said sadly as she approached Shen Xing, tears welling up, about to kneel.

Shen Xing was startled and quickly stopped her.

“What exactly happened?”