Reborn to Make Games: My Girlfriend is a Game Streamer

At 4:40 p.m., the early spring sunset painted the sky with a warm gold.

After taking promotional photos, Jiang Yiting left work earlier than usual and returned to her residential compound.

As soon as I arrived at the community garden, I heard a clear and cheerful child's voice: "Sister Jiang."

Little Yezi, like a cheerful little bird, darted over from her grandfather, tilted her head back, and asked with bright, sparkling eyes, "Are you off work? Is 'Big Brother' home today? Can I go play with him?"

Grandpa Ye followed behind at a leisurely pace, a kind but slightly apologetic smile on his face: "Xiao Jiang, are you off work? Ye Zi has been nagging you all afternoon, I'm going to trouble you again."

"Grandpa Ye, you're too kind." Jiang Yiting bent down and gently pinched Xiao Yezi's expectant little face. "It's no trouble at all. I was feeling lonely going home alone. With Xiao Yezi here, it'll be so lively."

Grandpa Ye looked at his granddaughter's instantly bright smile and said to Jiang Yiting, "Grandma Ye always says that it's not easy for a girl like you to live in Lin'an. She tells you to come home for dinner whenever you have time. It's just a matter of adding a pair of chopsticks."

You pushed it away the first two times, but you can't do it again this time, or Grandma will be sad.

Having said all that, refusing now would seem too distant.

Jiang Yiting smiled and nodded: "Okay, if I'm free this weekend, I'll definitely come and bother you."

"Ah, that's right!" Grandpa Ye beamed, then, remembering something, added, "Oh, right, there's your neighbor, Xiao Chen, isn't he? I heard from Lao Qin that Ye was chasing after him the other day, which made him feel quite embarrassed."

If it's convenient for you, invite him along. Consider it my way of apologizing.

"Okay, I'll talk to him about it," Jiang Yiting readily agreed.

Whether Chen Bainian goes or not is his own business.

"Little Yezi, be good at your sister Jiang's house, don't be naughty, and remember to come back for dinner at 5:30," Grandpa Ye added.

"Okay, Grandpa," Little Ye replied obediently, her little hand already eagerly taking Jiang Yiting's hand.

After watching Grandpa Ye turn and leave, Jiang Yiting took the cheerful little sparrow in her hand and walked towards her rented apartment building.

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Meanwhile, in room 1201.

Chen Bainian had just finished a day's work and was enjoying a moment of peace.

He picked up his phone, and after unlocking the screen, the unread messages in his three-person college dormitory group chat had already exploded.

There are only three people in the group. The other roommate gradually drifted apart after graduation due to differences in values. They remained in each other's contact lists but no longer appeared in this close-knit little group.

Chen Xu: Second brother!!! You kept this from us for so long! You caused such a commotion without a word? You made "Getting Over It"? The game that drove the Nine Gods crazy?

Du Fan: Holy crap, it really is you? Bai Nian, you're something else! Back in the dorm when we were playing games, you were the only one figuring out the game mechanics. You actually went to Youlong later, and now you've grown up and are flying solo?

The two chatted for a while, and when he didn't chime in, they went about their own business.

As Chen Bainian watched the scrolling messages on the screen, a warm smile unconsciously appeared on his lips.

Chen Xu is from Jiangsu Province. After graduating, he returned home to take over the family business; Du Fan is from Northwest China and chose to return to his hometown to settle down at the grassroots level.

He thought for a moment, typed a simple explanation in the input box, and admitted that he had resigned to develop indie games.

The news immediately drew the attention of two divers.

Chen Xu: Seriously, Nian-ge, is the project short of working capital? My dad just bought me a new car, and I happen to have some savings on hand!

Chen Bainian smiled as he looked at the screen.

He recalled that during his most difficult time in his previous life, this "rich second-generation" brother was the one who helped him the most.

He replied: "Third brother, I appreciate the thought. Things are alright so far; the game's data is good since it just launched, we can hold on. You should save that little bit of savings for your girlfriend, don't come crying to me later saying you'll have to kneel on a keyboard."

He knew that although Chen Xu seemed to be living a glamorous life, he still needed his family's support for large expenses.

Du Fan: Hahaha! Bai Nian understands you! But second brother, I really have to come to Lin'an next month for a counterpart assistance meeting. As the host, you must make sure everything is arranged properly!

Compared to Chen Xu, Du Fan's situation is more realistic. He came from a poor county, completed his studies with the help of scholarships and subsidies, and after graduation, he resolutely returned to his hometown to contribute to its development.

Chen Bainian immediately replied: No problem, now that you're here, I'll do whatever you say about eating, drinking, and having fun.

Seeing that the two had agreed to reunite in the university city, Chen Xu also jumped in to join in the fun.

Chen Xu: Count me in! It's been almost two years since graduation and we haven't had a proper get-together. We have to do it this time!

Chen Bainian: Okay, it's settled then. We'll wait for you to arrive.

The three then enthusiastically reminisced about their university days, from playing games together to late-night talks in their dorm about the girls they had crushes on, creating a lively atmosphere.

Suddenly, Du Fan changed the subject: By the way, tell me honestly, what's going on between you and that streamer "Twelfth Floor"? The chemistry between you two during the live stream was more like a normal collaboration.

Chen Xu: +1! The eyes of the masses are discerning! Brother Nian, I've never seen you so kind and gentle to any girl in four years of university!

Chen Bainian stared at the screen, remaining silent for a moment.

His feelings toward Jiang Yiting were indeed quite complicated.

In his past life, he was just a viewer in the other person's live stream.

At that time, she was a top-tier live streamer, and was even invited to ring the bell for the platform's IPO.

From any perspective, the two are essentially parallel lines that never intersect in real life.

In this life, we became neighbors by a twist of fate.

From co-op gaming to neighbors sharing a kitten.

He saw more of her real self off-camera.

She loves spicy food, suffers from rhinitis and can't smell her "big brother's" pranks, wears her hair in a casual "little ponytail" instead of a high ponytail at home, and has those unexpectedly cute white fluffy slippers...

This sense of dislocation—from looking up to looking at someone at eye level, and even gradually becoming integrated into their lives—gave him a strange feeling.

All of this happened so fast that he hadn't even fully adjusted to the situation yet.

He paused for a moment, then replied: "Don't stir up trouble. We're good partners and friends now. Let things take their course."

Seeing his clear stance, the two brothers wisely decided not to pursue the matter further.

I had just finished a group chat and put down my phone to prepare dinner when the doorbell rang.

Chen Bainian shook off the jumbled thoughts in his mind, got up and opened the door.

As soon as the door opened, Jiang Yiting, wearing a gray trench coat, stood outside.

His roommates' teasing words were still ringing in his ears, causing him to pause in surprise.

Immediately, a clear and loud voice came from below his waist:

"Uncle Chen! I'm sorry!"

He looked down and saw Xiao Yezi, carrying her little schoolbag, bowing to him at a perfect 90-degree angle.

His posture was exactly like a bowing version of a Minion.