It's just The Sims, how did it become my ideal love story?

Chapter 173 You Deserve to Die! (Second Update!)
"Uh-huh."

Gu Huai opened his somewhat blurry eyes. The golden winter sunlight was dazzling and made his eyes sting.

However, I quickly got used to it, though I felt a little dry-mouthed and my body felt warm and cozy from being constantly bathed in that light.

"Brother Gu Huai is awake?"

The girl beside him was bathed in sunlight, her rosy cheeks adorned with shallow dimples, and she gave him a warm smile.

Seeing this scene when I first woke up felt like an unbelievably beautiful dream.

"Hmm, did I sleep for a long time?"

I adjusted my posture; my neck was a little sore, probably from sitting with it tilted to the side for too long. But a little movement fixed it. After all, I have the body of an eighteen-year-old, with an amazing amount of energy. It seems like as long as my head doesn't get blown off, any injury can heal.

Gu Huai was quite surprised that Lin Jiang's face always seemed to have only this light and gentle smile.

Such a smile seemed more suited to the future Lin Jiang, and its appearance on the young Lin Jiang now seemed somewhat strange, given that it had never been seen before.

Some of them are so adept at it that they even exude an irredeemable sense of peaceful beauty.

'As long as she smiles like that, the world doesn't collapse, and there's no end to the world.' That's roughly the feeling I get.

"I'm alright, but we're getting off at the next stop. Is Brother Gu Huai still very tired?"

She smiled faintly and asked softly.

The sense of "I'll tolerate whatever you do" is becoming more and more obvious.

Gu Huai wondered if the simulation and reality were mixed up? Or did something happen while he was asleep that allowed her to complete this incredible transformation?
He was, of course, unaware that Lin Jiang was completely absorbed in her own excitement.

To secretly accomplish a remarkable feat without facing any consequences, without even the person involved knowing it—this feeling is subtly elusive.

So much so that in her eyes, this boy seemed to have become someone she didn't need to respect, but rather someone she could easily obtain and do whatever she wanted with.

When a person's fatal flaw appears, the caution one feels when facing them seems to gradually dissipate.

"Oh, it's alright. I was just a little sleepy. I'm full of energy now."

"Okay, that's fine. Let's go to the car door; we're getting off."

"okay."

Hmm? It's even starting to take the initiative? What's going on?

The car door opened, and everyone got out.

The girl, her cotton-padded coat buttoned up tightly, basked in the sunlight, her youthful and clear smile like a pure white flower born in the wind and rain, untouched by the world's grime.

Gu Huai really wanted to ask what had happened, but the other person's state was just too perfect, like a garden castle without any flaws, beautiful and indestructible, and he didn't know how to start the conversation.

"Has Brother Gu Huai ever been to an arcade?"

She asked.

Gu Huai nodded, "I've been there once or twice, but not often."

That was all during my university years. During my student days, I never had the opportunity to go to places like that. Even going to illegal internet cafes occasionally was accompanied by a heavy sense of guilt, and I was always worried about what kind of hell I would be plunged into if my parents found out.

"Oh, I see. I haven't been there many times either. What should we do? We're both newbies."

She winked at herself, looking somewhat worried.

The problem is that Gu Huai could interpret this expression as: she was clearly in control, but she was pretending to be timid in order to satisfy his male chauvinism and make him take on the responsibility of taking her sightseeing.

He was very familiar with this, and Lin Jiang later enjoyed doing this kind of thing.

For example, even if you could easily carry the guitar, you might deliberately say it's heavy and ask for help. This way, you won't feel awkward about being idle, and you might even feel a sense of accomplishment for helping the other person.

"It's okay, this kind of thing isn't difficult and doesn't require any experience. The main thing is to have fun."

"That makes a lot of sense~ Is there anything you really want to play, Brother Gu Huai?"

I'm fine.

"I remember those video games with two-player levels."

"Hmm? You like playing those kinds of games? Shouldn't girls like playing claw machines or dance machines?"

"I can't dance, and I have to attend evening self-study sessions. Even if I win a prize, I won't have anywhere to put it, right? How about we play something more exciting and thrilling? What do you think?"

"It seems pretty good."

Gu Huai gradually realized that perhaps this was not a trait that suddenly awakened in her, but rather something that had always existed within her.

She is understanding, insightful, and knows exactly what kind of emotional value men need. It's just that she was previously under too much pressure, had too many concerns, and was too shy to do such a thing.

So what made her temporarily set aside her shyness and concerns and boldly be herself?

With these doubts in mind, I entered the brand-new arcade, which was quite crowded, exchanged my tokens, and then found the two-player obstacle course game.

Although Gu Huai once thought that some of the things in the arcade were too childish and not something that a mature person could find interesting, everything seemed to change dramatically after someone came into his life.

"Huh? Why am I out of bullets?!"

"Wait, I'm coming to save you."

"Oh no, I'm going to die! Waaaaah, Brother Gu Huai, please help me!"

"Don't be afraid, don't be afraid, I'm here."

"Oops, I'm dead! But I can buy coins to revive!"

Is it really okay to spend so much money?

"We can change it later, we still have money."

"But."

"Is this the BOSS? It takes up half the screen, I can't even see it!"

"It's alright, it's alright, come back towards me."

"Wow~ Brother Gu Huai is really amazing."

"Really? That's too easy."

Inexplicable.

In this atmosphere, they became engrossed in such childish games, even to the point of being unable to extricate themselves.

If I hadn't been so short on time in the afternoon, I think I could have played a few more rounds. No wonder some people say that the best gaming setup is with friends. Indeed, sometimes playing alone versus having others around to provide constant feedback is a completely different experience.

The only downside was that the arcade was quite crowded, and a lot of people were smoking. Jicheng is a small place, and smoking isn't completely prohibited in public places. So, after playing there for an afternoon, the air became thin and I felt dizzy. Coming outside and enjoying the fresh air made me feel much better.

"Phew, I'm so tired."

Lin Jiang rubbed the strands of hair on her forehead, her face flushed red. It was probably because the air conditioning was on inside; it was hot and stuffy.

Gu Huai twisted his slightly stiff neck. "You seem to be having a lot of fun."

"Of course~ Isn't Brother Gu Huai happy?"

"I'm quite happy, but I feel a little embarrassed that all the coins I spent were the ones you bought."

Huh? I didn't swear, did I? I don't think so.

"Hmph, Gu Huai didn't stop me at all when I went to exchange the currency."

"Hahaha, I have no money. The only way to stop you is for both of us to get out of here."

"But honestly, there's no need to be so polite. After all, Brother Gu Huai has helped me so much, it's only right that I treat you to a proper meal~"

The girl said lightly, and seeing her innocent and seemingly unconcerned expression, Gu Huai didn't act coy.

"Then that can be considered mutual help."

"Hmm~ By the way, we still have some time, how about we go get some food?"

"That works too. Where should we eat?"

"Let's choose one near the school; it'll be more convenient."

"it is good."

It seemed that the trip was coming to an end.

The restaurants near the school are quite affordable, considering the students' budget. We found a decent-looking and clean place, sat down, and ordered together.

"anything else?"

"Four dishes are enough."

"Brother Gu Huai has quite a big appetite, why don't you eat more?"

"It's like they're raising pigs! I don't eat that much, do I?"

"That's hard to say. Boys need to eat as much as they grow."

"And you're talking about me? What about you? Are you still on a diet?"

"No"

"Oh, then I'll watch you and see how many pieces of meat you eat later."

"That's outrageous!"

"Hahaha."

The relaxed and carefree time made Gu Huai seem to forget his true identity, and also forget that this was a simulation, not a reality that he could enjoy with peace of mind.

The sunlight outside was gradually dimming, and the girl in front of me, as pure as a white flower, was pleasing to the eye and a feast for the eyes.

Just as Gu Huai was expressing his boredom, he casually turned his head and suddenly saw two familiar figures passing by the door.

He almost immediately averted his gaze, stiffly turned his head, and turned his back to the camera.

As if he had received a pass from a teammate, he immediately began to use his height and weight to back down his opponent in an unreasonable manner.

Lin Jiang looked at Gu Huai, who was suddenly acting strangely, with some confusion. "What's wrong? Did something happen?"

Gu Huai quickly shook his head, "No, the weather is fine and everything is perfect."

"Oh"

"Gu Huai, you're eating well!"

But then a slightly chilling voice came from behind, and without even looking, you could almost picture her gritting her teeth.

Great Sage, save me!

Prayers that are never answered descend like gods.

Gu Huai's response was
[The simulation is about to end! Settlement is in progress!]

This is the blessing my buddy deserves for doing good deeds!

Never before had Gu Huai felt that the sound of the simulation ending was so pleasant to hear, and so timely.

Bye now.

this world!

When the white light covered and filled everything in front of Gu Huai, all sound ceased to be heard.

The slightly hurried footsteps, Lin Jiang's caught-off-hand expression, and his own suddenly quickened heartbeat all subsided at this moment.

Well, as for the circumstances and occasion of the next online session, and whether the tables and chairs in front of us will all fall to the ground, we'll talk about that next time.

My buddy has already made a nice exit~
"call."

It was a cloudy day; even when you drew back the curtains, the sky was covered in dark clouds.

She got out of bed wearing warm enough pajamas, her hair, which should have been neat and tidy, was a little messy and disheveled.

Cai Yan's eyes widened, her cheeks flushed red.

She couldn't help but reach out and touch her lips, which were still moist and soft even though she had just woken up.

"Why would I have such a dream? It happened so long ago!"

Things that should have been buried deep in memory surfaced in my mind on an ordinary night.

Even the smallest details are so faithfully reproduced.
In the movie theater, the boy close to me, and then the warm touch that was branded onto my lips.

Even now, I still feel a pang of heart palpitations.

She couldn't help but clench her fists.

"Damn it, Gu Huai!"

……

(End of this chapter)