Lin Xuan Qi covered his eyes with his hand.
And through the gap between his fingers, he saw Zhao Jia Rui carrying the bucket of water into the bathroom.
He quickly closed his eyes and took a deep breath.
"I mustn't take advantage of others," he murmured.
Yet, a moment later, he murmured again, "But it's just a game, does it even matter?"
He let go of his hand, took some short breaths and looked at the screen.
And all he saw were pixelated squares all over the screen.
A notification appeared on the screen.
[You do not have enough Affectionate Points with Zhao Jia Rui.]
[Viewing is not allowed for now.]
He was disappointed but quickly realized what the message said.
"Not allowed for now... does that mean I could once I have enough Affectionate Points?" Lin Xuan Qi thought to himself.
Soon, Zhao Jia Rui got out of the bathroom, and as she only had one set of clothes with her, she was drenched without anything to change into after the bath.
Lin Xuan Qi frowned, fearing that she would catch a cold.
He tapped on the 'Shop' option and found a selection for clothing and necessary items.
Also, as it was dinner time, he purchased another meal for Zhao Jia Rui.
When Zhao Jia Rui stepped into the wooden hut, she saw the warm and nice-smelling meal.
She got near and saw many clothes and items.
Tears rolled down her eyes when she saw this.
She quickly got to the altar and bowed to the portrait of Lin Xuan Qi.
"Thank you so much for everything."
[Ding!]
[Zhao Jia Rui paid respect to Host.]
[Host Lifespan: 3 Months]
[Physique Points +1 point]
[Current Physique Points: 1]
[Physique Level: 1 (50 points to level up)]
[Level Up Physique Level to extend lifespan.]
Immediately, he felt a surge of energy pulsing through his body.
He felt that he had gotten stronger in an instant.
And what's this about extending lifespan?
Lin Xuan Qi got excited and got up.
Is this game for real?
The initial rush of excitement waned and he calmed down.
"How I wish that it were true. Imagine hundreds of disciples paying respect to me, increasing hundreds of physique level points. Then I could be immortal soon."
He shook his head at his ridiculous thought.
He must have felt much stronger due to the excitement and adrenaline.
It was well known that adrenaline could do wonders in times of excitement and danger.
Another message arrived on his phone, breaking his thoughts.
[Lin Xuan Qi, I know it's hard on you but your rent of $2000 for the month is due.]
He sighed and typed on the phone's keyboard.
[Uncle Liu, give me a few days to gather the funds.]
Lin Xuan Qi saw the balance he had now, which was at $2140.
He wouldn't have enough for utilities and transport if he paid for his rent now.
Giving out a loud sigh, he clicked into a webpage for a live streamed variety show.
The variety show is about having contestants on the show running along their obstacle course.
Those who make it in time can win a prize of $10,000.
Lin Xuan Qi clicked onto the register button and entered information about why he should be selected for the competition.
He wrote about his conditions and how he needed the prize money to be able to afford treatment.
Being on his last days, he was more than shameless.
Using anything for him to make money wasn't out of the question.
Including his own pathetic sob story.
Anything that would allow him to live for one more day.
One more day to see how Zhao Jia Rui's story unfolds.
...
After Zhao Jia Rui finished her meal, she took the clothes into her room.
To her surprise, everything fit her nicely.
The clothes were just tight enough to showcase her nice figure.
But not so tight that they suffocated her.
After trying on some of the robes, she finally got to the undergarments.
She looked around and felt the peering sight from the ancestor was gone.
Picking up one of the undergarments, she put it on.
The touch of the material felt like nothing she had worn before.
It was smooth to the touch, didn't cause any embarrassing sensation when it rubbed against her sensitive areas.
The dudou hugged onto her nicely.
She blushed again at the thought that the ancestor was aware of her figure through and through.
Slap.
Zhao Jia Rui slapped her hands onto her cheeks to calm herself down.
She blushed again and her breathing started to get shallow.
She felt as if there was something burning inside her, wanting to be filled.
Hurriedly, she turned and sat on the bed.
What's happening to her, she thought as she tugged onto the dudou on her body.
Embarrassed with herself, she went to bed after putting on some clothes.
...
Next day.
Lin Xuan Qi woke up to great news.
The variety show producer sent him an email, inviting him to participate in the show.
The producer was glad that he would be able to help Lin Xuan Qi in any way he could.
Wasting no time, Lin Xuan Qi washed up, got everything he required and got out of his place immediately.
On the train he checked on Zhao Jia Rui to see her already busy planting the seeds and stalks for the spirit herbs and rice.
He also remembered to purchase her breakfast and lunch so that she wouldn't go hungry.
After an hour's journey, he arrived at the recording studio.
Along with him there were many other contestants.
One who was a high school student wore a short skirt with a white blouse, with a head of pink hair.
Must be one of those cosplayers cosplaying as some anime character, Lin Xuan Qi thought.
There were a young couple and a few men who were well built.
One of the muscular men came up to him and said, "You are here for the prize?"
Lin Xuan Qi smiled and nodded.
"I think we all are."
The high school girl crossed her arms and rested against the wall.
As if she was anticipating drama unfolding.
The young couple smiled and said, "Yeah, the prize is definitely enticing."
The muscular man patted Lin Xuan Qi's shoulder and said, "I'm afraid you might need to get tougher to have a chance."
After he said that, he flexed his biceps.