Transmigrating into the Rival's Fanfiction - Chapter 32

Seeing the reply, Qin Chengyi smirked. Qin Li still wanted to keep his sister’s existence a secret, but she was determined to uncover what charm this girl possessed that could worsen A-Zhi’s condition.

For years, A-Zhi had shown no interest in anyone and refused to interact with others. Knowing he was suppressing his addiction, Qin Chengyi watched with a mixture of heartache and admiration.

It’s no problem, Miss Sheng. Let’s meet again when you’re free.

Remember, don’t let A-Zhi find out. I’ll give you as much money as you want.

Ahhhhh! Can we stop talking about money? I’m seriously tempted, okay?!

I’m sorry, money! I really want to choose you!

Tearfully, Sheng Mingluo sent a polite reply.

Congratulations, Host—you’ve successfully advanced the plot! Clearance value +1!

The System’s announcement echoed in her mind the moment she hit send. Sheng Mingluo couldn’t shake the feeling that this mischievous System was doing it on purpose.

She suddenly remembered the System mentioning a punitive bonus chapter… Curiosity piqued, she wondered if she truly would be transported to another fanfic world if she failed her clearance mission in this one.

“Um, could you tell me what kind of world that ‘punishment’ side story you mentioned earlier is set in?”

“I’m sorry, Host. As Machine No. 48, a model of excellence, I cannot disclose such confidential information.”

“Fine, if you won’t tell me, I’ll just go find out myself. How am I supposed to stay motivated if you won’t even tell me what the punishment is?”

Heh, who doesn’t know how to threaten?

After a long silence, the System’s mechanical voice finally replied hesitantly.

“Alright, but I can only give you one hint: Beast Transformation World.”

……Okay, I shouldn’t have asked. Sheng Mingluo dried her silence in the sun, suddenly unable to utter a word.

So it really is a punishment side story.

Fucking perverted.

“Host, relax. In the real world, fanfic like yours is the most basic stuff. Otherwise, you get ABO, Beast Transformation, or anthropomorphism~”

“Shut the fvck up!”

She should focus on how to deal with Qin Zhi’s mother, Qin Chengyi, the Chairman of Bai Ling Group.

Whether in reality or fanfic, this woman was a formidable character.

“Sister Mingluo, I just went to the set for a bit… Teacher Qin and Luo Hu are at odds again.”

“But Teacher Qin is just so effortlessly cool! She shut Luo Hu down with just two sentences, leaving him speechless.”

Xu Yun recalled the scene. Qin Zhi’s action sequences were incredibly fluid, like flowing water, forming her own distinct style—both highly skilled and visually stunning.

Her crimson robes billowed like plum blossoms in snow, each strike and stance radiating lethal intent.

“Did you hear what they were arguing about?”

Xu Yun shook her head. She had only watched from the edge of the set, too far away to hear their conversation clearly.

Sheng Mingluo gazed at Qin Zhi’s WeChat profile picture, feeling she should probably comfort her… after all, that’s how the original novel’s plot went.

However, the author had glossed over the reason for their conflict.

And since she had been skipping chapters, she had no context to connect the events. The only connection she could make was to the previous chapter, which detailed what they had done in bed.

This is the ultimate fate of a horny ghost!

Teacher Qin, are you okay?

Sheng Mingluo asked with genuine concern, her eyelids lowered. Though she was acting according to the plot, she felt she had injected some genuine sincerity into her performance.

It was as if she truly cared about Qin Zhi’s joys, sorrows, and everything in between.

Shaking her head, Sheng Mingluo bit her lower lip. This is just acting, she warned herself. Don’t overthink it.

Why are you suddenly asking about this? Do you know what happened today?

Qin Zhi replied quickly. She had just finished filming, taken a shower, and noticed her phone vibrating as she emerged. Qin Zhi hated being disturbed during her private time, and she loathed anyone prying into her thoughts or feelings. Yet, for some inexplicable reason, she didn’t mind Sheng Mingluo reaching out to her.

Perhaps she’s just a silly little cat, simply trying to comfort me.

Qin Zhi smiled faintly, staring at her phone. Sitting on the sofa, she found herself unexpectedly anticipating a reply.

Yeah, are you okay?

Qin Zhi was usually adept at social interactions, effortlessly navigating any situation with practiced ease. It was rare for her to be at a loss for words.

Yet these few words felt pale and inadequate.

Sheng Mingluo hesitated, afraid that asking too much would anger Qin Zhi. It felt like she was overstepping her boundaries.

Yes, I’m feeling particularly unhappy.

Qin Zhi suddenly felt an urge to tease her. As expected, the message stumped Sheng Mingluo, who unconsciously bit her fingernail.

She frowned slightly.

How should I comfort Teacher Qin? According to the plot, I should just go to her directly.

But Sheng Mingluo felt that some emotional connection should precede physical intimacy.

Torn, she ultimately decided to follow the script. Why am I even considering such strange questions? Even if Teacher Qin is unhappy, it’s not my place to interfere.

Sheng Mingluo, you’re crazy! A poor wretch like you worrying about whether a rich second-generation heir is happy?

She mentally berated herself. Don’t start feeling sorry for someone just because they’re good-looking! Isn’t this just lust at first sight?!

Then I’ll come keep you company.

Just as she sent the reply, Qin Zhi hadn’t even had time to feel happy, thinking Sheng Mingluo cared about her feelings to such an extent.

But a ding sounded in her mind—the System’s notification.

Congratulations, Host! You’ve achieved a plot point! Completion progress +5! Current total: 6 points.

Hearing the System’s announcement in her mind, Qin Zhi’s earlier elation instantly sank to the bottom of a lake. Yes, Sheng Mingluo is doing all this just to return to her world. She’s read the plot of this fanfic.

So, most of her initiative and tender affection are just part of the script.

What was I expecting? I knew this from the beginning.

How foolish, Qin Zhi… How could you expect something meant for a fleeting performance to become real?

Seeing Qin Zhi hadn’t replied for a long time, Sheng Mingluo decided to go anyway. She knew both of them could hear the System’s announcements, so Qin Zhi had likely heard the notification earlier.

“I’m going to rehearse with Teacher Qin, Xiaoyun.”

After changing her clothes, Sheng Mingluo applied a light layer of makeup. Though she could have gone barefaced, she found herself inexplicably drawn to putting it on.

“Oh, I see, Sister Mingluo. You want to comfort Teacher Qin, right? I understand… I totally get it!”

The ambiguous and strange atmosphere between the two women was impossible to miss. Besides, Qin Zhi’s assistant, Fang Qing, had been winking and nudging her, subtly hinting at a romantic connection between them.

Xu Yun kept her eyes down, pretending not to notice anything. She knew playing dumb was the best approach in this situation.

As a personal assistant, she understood the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries when it came to her boss’s private life.