Chapter 314: The Guen Family's Rice Bowl Achievement, A Heavyweight Wicked Woman Arrives (3)
Elsewhere, Shia recalled the events that had transpired since his return and the scene at the dinner table, shaking his head with a sigh.
"Women who can act are truly terrifying."
You couldn't even tell which of their words were sincere.
The seemingly warm and affectionate mother-in-law—who would have guessed that her true face was something entirely different?
The reason his once-proud and overbearing fiancée had grown into her current personality was largely due to the subtle influence of this woman.
For a young girl, the people she admires, interacts with the most, and holds closest will inevitably shape her character.
And this esteemed Lady Sophia occupied all three roles.
Over time, Lilith naturally grew into what she was now.
A kind and loving elder? That was merely an illusion.
She was nothing more than a venomous beauty.
Elegant and refined on the surface, yet ruthless and unscrupulous in action, filled with arrogance and contempt to the core.
Even the seemingly dignified head of the Guen family was nothing more than a man completely subdued beneath her feet.
The supposed highest authority in the family, yet before his wife, he was forever kneeling, a complete pushover.
Unable to move, entirely at her mercy, no better than a eunuch.
And that gentle, intellectual beauty who had been so kind and affectionate to him?
On the surface, she was harmless, but in reality, she was the true ruler of the Guen family, controlling everything from the shadows.
A venomous beauty like her exuded poison with every breath.
Anyone who had played the game knew—no matter how much the developers tried to justify this character's motives, the players would never forgive her.
She ranked firmly among the top three characters players most wanted to see as someone's pet.
After all, this chapter of the story was one of the most perilous moments in the entire game.
A single misstep could lead to death.
Despite the beautiful facade, hidden dangers lurked everywhere. Compared to this, even the goblin crisis in the previous chapter seemed like child's play.
Still, though this chapter was fraught with peril, for someone like Shia, dealing with it was well within his capabilities.
With his current physical strength and the abilities granted by his fantasy authority, he could easily navigate through the threats ahead.
But merely passing through unscathed wasn't enough.
Shia had another idea.
As the thought emerged, his plan rapidly took shape in his mind.
Why not aim to complete all the hidden achievements in this chapter?
——A three-person feast?
...
The next day.
A handsome and refined young man stood by the railing, gazing at the tranquil garden scenery, a faint smile playing on his lips.
A golden-haired girl, like a sunlit fairy, moved lightly and gracefully.
She silently approached the young man from behind and covered his eyes with her hands.
"Guess who~?"
Her clear, melodious voice carried a hint of laughter.
Shia chuckled and gently pulled her hands away, turning around to look at Lilith, his smile warm.
"What brings you out to enjoy the breeze?"
Lilith's smile was sweet, her eyes shimmering with a hint of nostalgia.
"I just remembered how we used to watch the sunset here together, so I wanted to take a look."
As she spoke, she leaned against the railing, pointing to a grape trellis in the northeast corner of the garden.
"Do you remember that place? We used to play hide-and-seek there all the time."
Shia nodded, his expression tinged with reminiscence.
Lilith observed him from the corner of her eye, watching his reaction with satisfaction.
The dimples at the corners of her lips deepened.
Hurry up and remember how good I was to you.
Hurry up and be moved by me.
Then fall completely into my grasp.
She adjusted her posture, making sure to showcase her most beautiful side.
"How about another game of hide-and-seek?"
Despite the nostalgia in Shia's eyes, he shook his head.
"That was all in the past."
He lowered his gaze slightly.
He still remembered how he had searched tirelessly through the garden, unaware that a certain mischievous young lady had long since returned to her room to nap, leaving him wandering in vain.
Even when he finally discovered the truth, he had been unable to hold onto his frustration, melting at the sight of the young girl's innocent and concerned expression.
"I see..."
Lilith's face showed a trace of disappointment.
Her lips pressed together slightly, her gaze lowered, her hands twisting behind her back—a picture of delicate sorrow.
Silently, she counted in her mind.
One, two, three…
"How about we go for a walk instead?"
Lilith immediately lifted her head, her face lighting up with surprise and joy.
"Sure~!"
Of course, she didn't actually want to play hide-and-seek. It was just an excuse to start the conversation and then lead him on a tour of their childhood memories.
To awaken the happiest recollections in his heart.
All of this was for a single goal—to completely grasp him!
Even making that disappointed expression, coaxing him into suggesting an alternative, had all been part of her plan.
Lilith walked ahead, her golden, wavy hair bouncing lightly in the wind as she skipped forward with an air of playful energy.
Every now and then, she would turn around and smile at Shia, her expression like the pure and serene light of the afternoon sun filtering into a peaceful dream.
She crouched down beside a flowerbed and turned to look at Shia.
Her waterfall-like hair cascaded down her back, the ends gently brushing against her body, and as she knelt, her soft chest was pressed slightly by her knees.
Her smile was bright and warm—just right.
And there was even a hint of mischief hidden within it.