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Lu Hua sat alone in her room, enveloped by the opulence that characterized her surroundings. Before her was a lavish spread of dishes, each meticulously arranged on a beautifully carved wooden table. Anticipation tingled at her fingertips as she prepared to indulge in the culinary delights awaiting her. With expert precision, she wielded her chopsticks, selecting a piece of tender meat, bringing it to her lips with eager expectation. But her anticipation turned to dismay as she recoiled, the raw texture assaulting her senses.

"Wahh...this meat is not fully cooked!" she exclaimed, her voice tinged with disappointment. Undeterred by this initial setback, she shifted her focus to the vibrant vegetables, their colors promising a burst of flavor. Yet, as she tasted them, she found them bland, devoid of the savory richness she craved. With a sigh of resignation, she set her chopsticks down, her appetite diminished by the mediocrity of the meal.

In that moment of culinary defeat, a vivid red screen materialized before her eyes, its sudden appearance startling her. Frustration bubbled over, and she let out a string of colorful expletives that echoed through the room.

Congratulations!

You have been selected to be our first premium user. Buy this mod for 400 points, and you will complete your mission without any problems! The mods include:

1. Super Strength 2. Super Hearing 3. Stats Modifier

No points? Don't worry! You can claim this and pay later!!

[Buy] [Pay Later] [Exit]

Lu Hua eyed the screen with skepticism, muttering under her breath, "Scammer." She reached out, intending to dismiss the intrusive message by pressing the exit button. Yet, no matter how insistently she tapped, the screen refused to budge. "What the hell!?" she cursed, her irritation mounting with each futile attempt.

At that moment, the door swung open, and Li Beihe burst into the room, her cheeks flushed from exertion. "My lady!" she panted, having clearly hurried to deliver urgent news.

Seeing that the screen was unyielding, Lu Hua reluctantly tapped the 'pay later' option. To her relief, the screen vanished, leaving her free to address Beihe.

"What?" Lu Hua inquired, turning her attention fully to Li Beihe.

"Hoh! Eherm...wow, so tired..." Li Beihe gasped, struggling to catch her breath. "I heard two maids talking! They said the second prince didn't go to the bride's chamber because he heard a rumor!"

Lu Hua arched an eyebrow, her curiosity piqued yet her demeanor remaining nonchalant. "What rumor?" she asked, absently plucking a grapefruit from the bowl and taking a contemplative bite.

"The rumor of you being ugly! Argh! This is all Rong Xianzong's fault! All of these rumors came from him!" Li Beihe fumed, her anger palpable.

Lu Hua shrugged, unfazed by the revelation. "The second prince sounds like a lustful man. Let him be a manwhore," she replied dismissively, her tone indifferent.

"B-b-but, he's your husband?" Li Beihe stammered, her shock evident.

"Didn't you hear what the Empress said yesterday? I'm going to marry the sixth prince," Lu Hua said nonchalantly, propping her leg on a nearby stool, her posture relaxed and unconcerned.

Li Beihe glanced at her awkwardly, noting the uncharacteristic casualness of her lady's demeanor. Lady Lu Hua, usually the epitome of elegance, now seemed more... unladylike. She shook her head, attributing it to her lady's fatigue.

"Well...apparently, the sixth prince is a quiet boy. He prefers to be alone," Li Beihe continued, her voice tinged with uncertainty.

Lu Hua slapped the table with enthusiasm, causing Li Beihe to squeak in surprise. "Ay!"

"That's good! Very good! I don't have to act like a lovey-dovey wife and sleep with him!" Lu Hua exclaimed, a mischievous grin spreading across her face.

Li Beihe's jaw dropped in disbelief. "Erm, my lady... but isn't that depressing?" she ventured hesitantly.

"What depressing? It's peaceful. Let him do whatever he wants, just don't bother me," Lu Hua replied with a dismissive wave of her hand, her perspective refreshingly unconventional.

Li Beihe could only facepalm in response, her lady's attitude both bewildering and oddly liberating.

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As night descended, Lu Hua's stomach emitted a plaintive growl, prompting her to leave the comfort of her bed in search of sustenance. With a stealth born of necessity, she navigated the dimly lit corridors, deftly avoiding detection by guards and servants alike. Her quiet journey was interrupted by peculiar noises emanating from a nearby room.

'Ey, what the hell?' Lu Hua thought, her curiosity piqued as she paused to listen.

"Your highness~ when you divorce that ugly girl, why don't you take me in as your wife?" a high-pitched, cloying voice purred, its tone nauseatingly sweet.

Lu Hua squinted, her initial curiosity giving way to disdain.

"You know I can't do that. The empress won't allow it; you're just a lowly whore, aren't you?" a man's voice replied, laced with derision.

"You know you love this whore~" the girl cooed, her voice dripping with false innocence.

Lu Hua shivered, quickly moving away from the door. "Men, what the hell...is that a degrading kink or what," she murmured to herself, shaking her head in disbelief at the sordid exchange.

As she rounded a corner, she collided with a familiar figure—the man she had encountered upon waking in this bewildering world. He stood tall, exuding an air of calm authority, his demeanor both unsettling and intriguing. He smiled gently at her.

"Pretty lady, what are you doing up so late? It's dangerous to walk alone at night," he remarked, his voice smooth and composed, his gaze steady.

Lu Hua took a step back, his presence unsettling her. "I'm looking for the bathroom," she replied, her voice steady despite her unease.

"Bathroom? Well, I can bring you there if you want," he offered, reaching for her hand with a courteous gesture.

Lu Hua shook her head, forcing a light laugh. "Ah, no, no, no. I know where it is..."

"Really? Oh, alright then," he replied, watching her intently as if anticipating further conversation.

"Erm...I'm going to leave now," Lu Hua said, edging past him with cautious steps.

"Sure," he answered, his gaze never wavering as she walked away, his presence lingering like a shadow in the night.

Turning back momentarily, Lu Hua noted with unease that he remained standing there, staring ahead. His strange behavior left her both confused and wary.

'What is up with him?' she wondered, quickening her pace as she resumed her search for the kitchen, the chill of the night air seeping through her robes.

As soon as she turned away, the man followed her with his eyes, a small, enigmatic smile playing on his lips.

"This place is so weird at night..." Lu Hua muttered, rubbing her arms against the cold that pervaded the corridors.

Without warning, a screen appeared before her, startling her anew.

Thank you for purchasing our mod! We are happy to inform you that you can now use it!

"Ah? What mod?" Lu Hua asked herself, before the memory of her earlier purchase resurfaced. "Ohhhhh."

Modify stats?

[Yes] [Exit]

Intrigued, Lu Hua clicked the 'yes' button, eager to explore the possibilities that lay at her fingertips.

Name: Chun Lu Hua Age: 17 Years old Height: 177 cm Weight: 55 kg

Stats:

Beauty: 80 [+] Strength: 50 [+] Intellect: 50 [+] Eyesight: 70 [+] Hearing: 66 [+]

Maximize all?

[Yes] [No]

"Ohohooo," Lu Hua chuckled, her curiosity piqued by the prospect of enhancing her abilities to extraordinary heights.

Though not inherently lazy, Lu Hua saw no harm in taking advantage of the opportunity to simplify her life. With a decisive tap, she selected 'yes,' watching in awe as her stats skyrocketed to an astonishing 1000. Her eyes widened, her jaw dropping in disbelief at the transformation.

"One thousand?????"

Oh well.

What harm could it do? Surely, nothing could go wrong...right?