2026-03-27 22:18:08A brief silence filled the smoothly moving car cabin. Fang Zhe didn’t answer right away.
Outside the window, the towering buildings of Shange City began to rise. A world that had felt so cruel just hours ago now seemed to open a small path for him. “What if I refuse?” he asked calmly. Erina kept her gaze straight ahead. “Lord Ryan is not the type to let a witness walk free. You’ve already beaten his men.” She paused for a moment, then looked at him seriously. “And you’re strong enough to make them curious.” The meaning was clear. Refusing wasn’t a safe option either. Fang Zhe slowly leaned back. “What’s my duty?” “To protect me. Follow me. And obey my orders,” Erina replied briefly. Without further hesitation, Fang Zhe nodded. “I accept.” DIIIIIING! The system panel appeared again. MAIN MISSION COMPLETED! Obtain a proper job Evaluation: Personal Bodyguard of the CEO of the Medicine Pavilion Reward: 100 System Points ‘100 points have been added.’ ‘Current total points: 150.’ ‘Host has unlocked: Level 1 System Shop.’ Fang Zhe held his breath for a moment. It had only been a few hours since he returned to this city. The system was truly real. Completing missions really could change his fate. Beside him, Erina crossed her arms. “From now on, you work for me. Your salary will be officially discussed tomorrow. For tonight, come with me.” The car turned into an elite district of Shange City. A tall black iron gate opened automatically as the car approached. Beyond it stretched a vast garden with neatly arranged lights, a small fountain in the center, and a grand modern-classical mansion standing elegantly. Fang Zhe paused slightly. This place was more like a mansion. The car stopped in front of the main entrance. Several servants immediately came forward to greet them respectfully. “Miss.” Erina stepped out first. Fang Zhe followed, maintaining a one-step distance behind her—an instinct that had formed naturally after acquiring his combat skills. As they entered the main hall, his eyes caught the white marble interior, a crystal chandelier, and glass shelves filled with expensive medicinal bottles. The Medicine Pavilion… He began to understand that this residence was more than just a place to rest. Erina stopped in the middle of the room and turned to face him. “Listen carefully, Fang Zhe.” Her tone had turned professional. “This is both my residence and a private center of the Medicine Pavilion. Not all rooms are accessible to you.” She raised one finger. “Second floor, east wing. The research room. Without my permission, you are not allowed to touch anything there.” A second finger. “The storage room for rare medicinal materials. Even touching a bottle could be worth hundreds of millions. If you damage anything, your salary will be deducted!” A third finger. “Work documents in the study. Never read them or enter without my permission.” Her sharp gaze ensured Fang Zhe understood. “You may use the guard’s room on the first floor. There’s a small gym at the back. And a garden area.” She stepped slightly closer. “As a bodyguard, your duty is not curiosity. Your duty is protection.” Fang Zhe glanced around once more. “Understood.” Erina nodded slightly. “Good. The guard’s room is down the left hallway, third door. Get some rest. Tomorrow will be busy.” Without waiting for a reply, she turned and walked up the marble stairs to the second floor. Her steps were light, yet her authority remained strong. Fang Zhe stood for a few seconds in the grand hall. A residence no less magnificent than the Zhao family’s. Well-trained servants. A mysterious system within his body. His life had changed too quickly. Finally, he walked toward the left hallway. Third door, as instructed. Click. The door opened. The room wasn’t as luxurious as the main hall, but it was far better than his aunt’s small house. A soft bed, a neat wooden wardrobe, a small desk, and a private bathroom. For someone who had been sitting hungry at a bus stop that morning, this already felt like heaven. Fang Zhe locked the door and sat on the edge of the bed. His breathing gradually steadied. “System.” DIIIIIING! A blue transparent panel appeared before him. — Host Status: Fang Zhe Occupation: Personal Bodyguard System Points: 150 Unlocked Feature: Level 1 System Shop “Open System Shop.” The panel changed. A list of items and abilities appeared one by one. • Reflex Enhancement +5% — 80 points • Physical Endurance +5% — 100 points • Basic Observation Technique — 120 points • Basic Medical Proficiency — 500 points Fang Zhe’s face instantly froze. “What?!” His eyes locked onto the last line. ‘Basic Medical Proficiency — 500 points.’ Less than an hour ago, it had been available for free as an initial choice. Now— His expression twisted. “Five hundred points?!” He stood up, his breathing slightly heavier. “System, are you kidding me?! That was a free option earlier!” DIIIIIING! ‘Initial abilities were part of an emergency mission selection bonus. After the selection time expired, the price returned to standard.’ The corner of Fang Zhe’s eye twitched. “Standard my ass!” He ruffled his hair roughly. Five hundred points meant completing several major missions. It wouldn’t be achievable anytime soon. “You didn’t say the price would jump like this…” ‘Host did not read the terms and conditions.’ “You didn’t even show any terms! And you gave me a countdown to choose!” The room fell silent again. The system panel remained cold and emotionless, making Fang Zhe click his tongue. “How sly…” He slowly sat back down. If only he had chosen medical earlier… But he shook his head. “No. If I had chosen medical, Erina might’ve been taken away. I wouldn’t have a job. I wouldn’t have 150 points.” The choice was still correct. It was just— “Five hundred points for basic medical skills…” he muttered irritably. He looked at the other abilities. This system was clearly not generous. It was a long-term investment. Leaning back against the wall, he stared at the ceiling. “Fine…” His voice was soft, but his resolve was clear. “If it’s expensive, then it must be valuable.” His eyes narrowed. “I’ll squeeze everything out of you, System.” DIIIIIING! ‘Competitive spirit detected.’ ‘The system favors ambitious hosts.’ “Shut up.” His gaze shifted to the special ability he now possessed. — ‘Basic combat technique (low level). Upgrade requires 200 points.’ ‘Charisma: 0!’ “Charisma?” CLICK! His eyes suddenly widened. He had accidentally tapped it out of curiosity— His points instantly dropped to zero! DIIIIIING! ‘Host has upgraded Charisma to a level of handsomeness surpassing the young masters of Shange City!’
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The narrow alley fell silent once again.The dim streetlights illuminated the four unmoving bodies of the Zhao family men lying on the ground.Fang Zhe stood calmly.In front of him, Doctor Irma was still trying to steady her breathing.A few seconds later, she finally spoke softly.“Thank you…”Her voice was still slightly trembling, but her gaze remained sharp.She looked at Fang Zhe with curiosity.“If you hadn’t come… I might have already been taken by those Zhao men.”Fang Zhe simply shrugged lightly.“Just a coincidence.”Irma shook her head.“There’s no such thing as coincidence in a situation like this.”She glanced at the unconscious Zhao men, then looked back at Fang Zhe.“Besides… not everyone can take down four men like that in a few seconds.”Fang Zhe didn’t respond. He only asked briefly,“Is your house far?”Irma was slightly surprised by the question.“Not too far. Just a few blocks from here.”Fang Zhe nodded.“Alright.”He stepped past the bodies of the Zhao men.“I’
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The figure of 500 points, still lingered vividly before Fang Zhe’s eyes. The system panel slowly faded… yet its final message continued echoing in his mind.Rescue Doctor Irma.Location: near the Medicine Pavilion.Fang Zhe stood silently in his room for a few seconds.Then, the corner of his lips slowly lifted.“Five hundred points…”That was no small amount.With that many points, he could directly purchase high-level medical knowledge from the system shop.And that meant…His abilities would surge dramatically.However, the moment he saw the name of the target he had to rescue…His eyes suddenly turned cold.Because a warning appeared within the system:‘Rescue Doctor Tirta from capture by the Zhao Family…’“Zhao…”He whispered the name slowly. The air in the room seemed to drop several degrees.'The Zhao Family.'That name was like a thorn lodged in his throat.Old memories filled with blood and betrayal surged into his mind. Fang Zhe’s gaze darkened.“What a coincidence…”He grab
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A series of heavy impacts rang out almost simultaneously, as Fang Zhe’s hands moved like shadows.His palm struck the back of the first man’s neck with perfect precision.The man’s eyes rolled white instantly. His body went limp before collapsing to the ground.THUD!The second man didn’t even have time to react. He had just opened his mouth to shout—when Fang Zhe had already moved.One step forward. His hand shot out.PAK!Two fingers pressed directly against a nerve point on the man’s neck.The man’s eyes widened. His body trembled briefly.Then—BRUK!He collapsed unconscious beside his companion.The garden fell silent once more. Only the night wind rustled through the leaves.Fang Zhe stood between the two unconscious bodies.His expression remained flat, as if everything had already been decided from the start.He looked at them for a few seconds, then exhaled softly.“Too weak.”At that moment…A faint light appeared before his eyes as the transparent system panel activated aga
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In a split second…Fang Zhe’s body vanished from where he stood. Not truly disappearing, but moving at a speed that surpassed human visual reaction.Both men’s eyes widened instantly.“What?!”But they didn’t even have time to turn their heads. A sharp gust of wind had already brushed past the first man’s face.WHOOSH!Fang Zhe had already appeared at his side. His movement was so light, almost soundless.The man only realized it when Fang Zhe’s shadow entered the corner of his vision.“Too fas—”PAK!A palm strike slammed into his wrist.The knife in his hand was instantly knocked away.CLANK!The metal blade spun in the air before falling onto the stone path.But Fang Zhe didn’t stop. His right elbow rose.PAAK!It struck directly beneath the man’s ribs.“UGH—!”The man’s breath was immediately knocked out of him. His body bent forward uncontrollably.But Fang Zhe had already moved again. His leg swept in a half-circle.BAM!The low kick slammed into the man’s knee.CRACK!His leg b
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Fang Zhe continued to stare blankly at the transparent panel floating before his eyes.The “20%” text was still clearly displayed. He almost frowned.‘So… this system doesn’t just grant abilities… it also measures other people’s feelings?’The thought felt strange. Not long after, the panel slowly began to fade.Then it disappeared completely.“Fang Zhe?”Erina’s voice pulled him back to reality. He lifted his gaze.Now Erina was looking at him with a hint of confusion.“Why did you suddenly go silent?”Fang Zhe gave a faint smile.“Sorry.”He picked up his glass of water.“Just a little tired.”Erina tilted her head slightly, but she didn’t press further.“Then let’s call it a night.”She wiped her lips with a napkin.“We still have a morning meeting tomorrow.”Fang Zhe nodded.“Alright, Boss.”*A few minutes later.They went down from the rooftop restaurant and returned to the car.The city at night was still lively with vehicle lights and brightly lit skyscrapers.The black car mo
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Young Master Brata stared at Fang Zhe for a few seconds. His gaze was filled with mixed emotions—anger, humiliation, and a fear he refused to admit.The corridor felt extremely silent. Even the strained breathing of his injured guards could be heard clearly.He also understood one thing very well.If the young man in front of him truly wanted to cause trouble… the situation here could become far worse.Brata clenched his jaw.His eyes briefly glanced at Erina, who stood calmly beside Fang Zhe. The woman showed no sign of panic. On the contrary… she appeared completely composed.As if everything was already under her control.That only made Brata more irritated.But his reason was still intact. He took a deep breath, then forced a faint smile that was clearly stiff.“Of course.”His voice sounded heavy.“A guest is still a guest.”He stepped half a step back from the doorway.“Please, go ahead.”Erina did not move immediately. She simply looked at Brata for a moment with an unreadable
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