The unleashed beast within would not easily be contained.
Xing Yuan released the thin undergarment, turning her attention to caress other sensitive parts of Qing Yue's body, igniting the fire within her.
Qing Yue's eyes reddened. The clothes that had once symbolized her security now felt like superfluous fabric. She tore them off directly, embracing Xing Yuan.
"Can we stop playing around? Hurry up~" Qing Yue urged impatiently.
Xing Yuan, however, stopped. "Sister~ Kiss me."
Qing Yue's body instinctively complied.
...
The night was long. As an experienced driver, Xing Yuan was incredibly adept, channeling all the strength she'd failed to exert in their previous life onto Qing Yue.
The result was that Qing Yue felt as if she had just been thoroughly ravished and was in no state to get up.
Feeling guilty, Xing Yuan decided to personally prepare a loving lunch for her sister. The kitchen, however, exploded.
She quickly found her phone, opened an app, and ordered plain congee and a few side dishes. Then, she frantically began to clean up the mess.
The kitchen floor was slick with oil, the stovetop blackened. What had been cooked in the pot was a mystery. Xing Yuan, with a poker face, began wiping with a rag, diligently disposing of the trash. It was a heartbreakingly practiced routine.
"What happened?" Qing Yue called Xing Yuan after waking up from another nap.
Xing Yuan replied calmly, "I accidentally dropped and broke a bowl. It's not a big deal."
Qing Yue, believing her, nodded. Realizing Xing Yuan couldn't see, she softly responded with an "Mm."
"Be careful, safety is important. If it's too much trouble, just order takeout!" she gently advised.
"Okay, sister, don't worry. I'll do my best within my capabilities," Xing Yuan said happily, then continued to clean up her traces of destruction.
Qing Yue rubbed her temples, her mind momentarily dazed. Was there anyone in the world more understanding than herself?
The takeout arrived. Xing Yuan transferred the food into bowls and walked into the room with light steps.
"Sister, it's time to eat."
Qing Yue sat on the edge of the bed, trembling slightly. Seeing the smiling culprit, she couldn't help but glare fiercely at her.
Xing Yuan touched her nose, shamelessly leaned in, and kissed Qing Yue's cheek before placing the bowls and chopsticks in Qing Yue's hands.
Qing Yue took a bite and asked with surprise, "Did you make all of this?"
The aroma and presentation were perfect. She hadn't realized Xing Yuan was such a great cook!
Xing Yuan desperately wanted to admit it, but to avoid future cooking duties falling to her, she firmly shook her head.
"I'm not good at cooking, that's why I ordered takeout. Sister, please don't be angry." Those who made mistakes should be prepared to accept punishment.
To Qing Yue's surprise, she smiled, a hint of pride in her expression. "I knew you wouldn't."
After all, who could be so all-capable?
"I'll learn eventually," Xing Yuan declared stubbornly.
Even though she had been practicing for a long time and still managed to blow up the kitchen, at least her cooking no longer produced biohazards. The appearance and taste were still lacking.
"Keep trying!" Qing Yue encouraged her with mock seriousness.
Later, she would regret her decision countless times. She should have outright dismissed Xing Yuan's claim rather than affirming that she possessed such capabilities.
From then on, every year she had to worry about the possibility of eating those dark, unappetizing concoctions.
Fortunately, Xing Yuan hadn't reached that level of madness. At least she knew that burnt food was inedible.
Neither of them had any elders, so naturally, there were no people who would use the guise of "for their own good" to break them apart.
Xing Yuan returned to participating in competitions. Qing Yue, no longer a game designer, collaborated with large companies by designing core game programs, earning pocket money. Both of their lives were quite comfortable.
Five years after the rise and fall of full-immersion virtual reality games, New Feather Games launched their own.
This time, after careful examination by professionals, it was confirmed to be a perfectly normal game.
Many of the NPCs in the game were present in the previous full-immersion game, but there were more of them. The scenes were very similar, and given Nan Changji's well-known relationship with his father, the data was in his hands, so it couldn't be considered plagiarism.
When the game was first released, it faced a lot of skepticism, but gradually, the doubts turned into praise.
As Nan Changji stood at the press conference for the full-immersion game, his heart swelled with pride. He realized he wasn't just a pleasure-seeking young master labeled as a second-generation heir, but also a successful entrepreneur.
Although he stood on the shoulders of giants, it was undeniable that his improvements to the game were the core of its success. His name was now intertwined with the game, and perhaps future generations would also sing his praises.
The previous game, after some modifications, became a beacon of hope for those in comas.
Scientists discovered through research that when a comatose patient's consciousness was placed in a stimulating environment, their awakening would accelerate, potentially leading to a cure.
Some scientists even proposed a theory that if the game world were modified, and consciousness could be transferred into it before death, people might be able to gain a second life.
However, these were all just speculations, and even if they were successful, it would likely take a very, very long time.
When Yin She and Xia Nian held their wedding, Xing Yuan and Qing Yue were both invited. Xing Yuan served as a groomsman, and Qing Yue as a bridesmaid.
Xing Yuan was reluctant, but she absolutely didn't want her sister to be paired with anyone else, so she had to make the sacrifice.
Before the wedding concluded, Xing Yuan took the stage to give a speech.
"Today, I'm here as a friend of the bride to attend her wedding. I wish the couple that their love will be as intertwined as twin birds flying together, and their union as strong as intertwined branches. Is that how you say it?"
Laughter erupted from the audience.
Xing Yuan uncertainly looked at Qing Yue, who covered her face in exasperation, looking as if she didn't know her. Qing Yue had insisted on giving the speech, yet now she was asking for confirmation!
"In short, I wish the newlyweds a lifelong union and eternal happiness." Xing Yuan said seriously.
"Finally, I have a small request." Xing Yuan looked at Xia Nian. "Bride, I'd like to borrow the venue."
Xing Yuan invited Qing Yue onto the stage. Amidst the confused gazes of the crowd, she knelt on one knee and produced two rings.
"These are... these are what I bought with my competition prize money. They're identical to the rings I received as a reward in the game. They're engraved with those eight characters from back then: 'Blossoms blooming side-by-side, swallows dancing in unison.' This is my best wish for us."
"So, Sister, will you marry me?"
The audience held their breath, watching the two.
Xing Yuan looked nervously at Qing Yue, her anxious expression causing Qing Yue to burst into laughter.
The romantic atmosphere was broken by Qing Yue's laughter.
Seeing Qing Yue's radiant smile, Xing Yuan, like a fool, started laughing along.
Qing Yue extended her hand. Seeing Xing Yuan's still foolish expression, she playfully chided, "Help me put it on."
"Oh, okay." Xing Yuan obediently complied.
Then, she handed the other ring over, looking at Qing Yue expectantly. "Sister, you have to put this one on me too."
Qing Yue chuckled. The perfectly sized ring slid onto Xing Yuan's ring finger. With a gentle pull, she helped the kneeling Xing Yuan to her feet.
Turning back to face the bewildered crowd, Qing Yue, holding Xing Yuan's hand, bowed. Their fingers intertwined, her eyes filled with undisguised pride.
"Sorry to have disturbed everyone today. We'll be going now." With that, Qing Yue pulled Xing Yuan and they sprinted away, like two brides eloping.
In this life, no one left first. They departed together.
They had no children and, in their old age, moved into a retirement home together.
No matter where they were or what happened, as long as their loved one was by their side, everything would pass.