Chapter 115 You will get what you wish for
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When Luo Shanyu first arrived in this world, Lin Yan had already done something extreme and became the target of criticism.
At that time, Luo Shanyu had just arrived in this world and had just learned about what had happened when he was told that his best brother, Lin Yan, had gone crazy.
“Lin Yan went crazy?” Luo Shanyu looked at the news where the police had issued a wanted notice for Lin Yan. It felt like he was watching a ridiculous comedy. “Even Lin Yan can go crazy?”
Luo Shanyu was a person of many faces. Nobody in the novel knew him, and naturally, nobody in reality would recognize him. The people around him, upon hearing his surprised words, responded impatiently, “Yes, even Lin Yan can become like this. Those fanatics find it hard to believe.”
Luo Shanyu said without expression, “Is that so?”
It was unclear if it was because of his friendly face that gave people the impression they could easily approach him, but the moment he turned cold, the person immediately felt a chilling intent and couldn’t help but shrink back. Their previously impolite expression turned into an awkward one. “I was just joking…”
Luo Shanyu glanced at the person, and they quickly turned and walked away.
Afterward, Luo Shanyu put in some effort and finally found the strictly banned original work. After browsing through it, he pondered for a long time.
In the novel, Lin Yan was just as kind-hearted as Luo Shanyu knew him, a saint who wanted to save everyone. If Luo Shanyu was a sharp blade, then Lin Yan was the scabbard, restraining the destructive thoughts that Luo Shanyu wanted to unleash.
In theory, with someone like Luo Shanyu in the uninhibited three-dimensional world, the most desired thing would be to wreak havoc. However, Luo Shanyu felt indifferent at this moment.
He didn’t know what had happened to Lin Yan to make him become like that, but based on his understanding of Lin Yan, regardless of the reasons, his brother would eventually regret it.
Luo Shanyu thought that if he also went crazy, although it would indeed be quite enjoyable, when Lin Yan regretted it, he seemed to have no position to console him.
Watching the protagonist of the original work, Luo Shanyu made a decision. He wouldn’t ruin his own reputation until he met Lin Yan and learned the truth.
However, later on, Lin Yan concealed his identity, and Luo Shanyu searched for a long time but couldn’t find him. While gritting his teeth, Luo Shanyu protected the people whom Lin Yan once wanted to protect.
“Don’t you dare die on me,” muttered Luo Shanyu, who was doing a good deed. “Otherwise, I’ll have to slaughter everyone I saved and set them all ablaze.”
It was said that good deeds were judged by actions, not intentions. Regardless of what Luo Shanyu was thinking, at least the things he did were good deeds.
Later, when he encountered Lin Yan again, he was informed that the wrongdoings were committed by someone else standing before him. In reality, deep down in his heart, Luo Shanyu felt an indescribable sense of loss.
Where was that Lin Yan, and why did he go insane? Did he have any companions who still believed in his goodness… Various messy thoughts ran through Luo Shanyu’s mind. He wondered when they would meet again, and if Lin Yan would still remember him as his best brother.
However, Luo Shanyu never expected that their reunion would happen so suddenly.
Despite Lin Yan struggling and wearing a mask, Luo Shanyu held him tightly around the neck, oblivious to his displeased expression. Laughing carefreely, his grip felt as strong as iron, unmoved by Lin Yan’s attempts to break free.
Lin Yan finally got angry, just like he did in Luo Shanyu’s memories. But even in his anger, he couldn’t find a way to deal with Luo Shanyu. He grew desperate, gritting his teeth and threatening, “Luo Shanyu, if you don’t let go, don’t blame me for turning ruthless.”
Luo Shanyu said, “Come on, show me your ruthless side.” He was curious to see what Lin Yan could do now that he had turned bad.
Lin Yan broke down and pleaded, “Lin Zhaohe… Can you get him away from me?”
Lin Zhaohe looked innocent and asked, “How am I supposed to get rid of your best brother?”
It made sense. Lin Yan was convinced, even though in the original story, he was the one who had no way of dealing with Luo Shanyu. He felt that he had done his best to prevent Luo Shanyu from seeking revenge on society, but now, as he himself had become a bad person, he had no power over Luo Shanyu anymore.
Lin Zhaohe watched the couple’s sweet appearance and said, “You guys talk. I’ll go first.”
Lin Yan: “Lin Zhaohe, I f*cking came to bring you a gift, and this is how you treat me?”
Baffled Lin Zhaohe: “Didn’t I give you your beloved brother? If you can’t even thank me, why do you blame me?”
Lin Yan: “……” Lin Zhaohe, you’ve changed. How can you shamelessly justify your actions like this?
“It’s been so long since you’ve seen each other. Take the time to catch up.” Lin Zhaohe decided to be a good person. He handed over a card and suggested they go to this cafe, saying their cakes were good. He had a membership card, so they should sit there and have a good chat.
Luo Shanyu happily accepted the card and thanked Lin Zhaohe.
Lin Yan looked helpless. In his current expression, Lin Zhaohe finally saw the purity that was present in the original story. Unfortunately, this kind of innocence intrigued Luo Shanyu even more. What made his beloved brother, full of good intentions, attempt to destroy the world? Luo Shanyu couldn’t wait to know the truth.
Excitedly, he took the cafe card that Lin Zhaohe handed over and pulled Lin Yan along as they headed towards the distance.
Nearby, a child witnessed the entire scene. Tugging on their mother’s clothes, they exclaimed loudly, “Mom, is that man a kidnapper?”
The mother asked, “What do you mean?”
The child pointed and said, “That brother looks really scared.” They were clearly referring to Lin Yan.
“It’s nothing,” the mother patted the child’s head. “The brother and uncle are just playing around…”
Indeed, they were just playing around. Lin Zhaohe waved at Lin Yan, who was being carried away by Luo Shanyu, thinking to himself that this person really couldn’t do anything bad. Look at how his role reversed when faced with his former mentor.
But honestly, Lin Zhaohe felt that Lin Yan wasn’t very upset, even quite happy. Even if he pretended unwillingness, if he really wanted to escape from Luo Shanyu’s grasp, it would only take a minute.
Lin Zhaohe thought that no matter where he encountered old acquaintances, the feeling of joy outweighed the panic.
Back at home, Lin Zhaohe opened the gift given by Lin Yan. It was a small storage chip. Lin Zhaohe plugged it into the computer and discovered that it contained a very special data package. The words “Earth Online” were clearly displayed, indicating its contents.
Surprisingly, it was the source code of that online game, which had been offline for a long time. Lin Zhaohe felt a sense of emptiness in his heart. In that game, he and Zhuang Lao had a unique future together. He thought he would never see it again, but Lin Yan somehow obtained the game’s data and gave it to him as a New Year’s gift.
Lin Zhaohe looked at the screen and remembered the scene when Lin Yan was dragged away. Suddenly, he felt a bit guilty and decided to give him a call.
However, he didn’t know what the two of them were doing at the moment, as nobody answered the phone.
Lin Zhaohe sighed, feeling a sense of regret.
It was past four in the afternoon when another Lin Yan arrived, accompanied by Mr. Li. They entered the house one after the other.
Everyone was busy preparing the ingredients for the New Year’s Eve dinner. Lin Zhaohe had his head down, peeling garlic. When he saw Lin Yan coming in, he greeted him happily, “You’re here?”
Lin Yan replied, “I’m here.” He looked around but didn’t see Luo Shanyu, feeling a bit surprised. “Luo Shanyu hasn’t arrived yet?”
“He came and left,” Lin Zhaohe honestly replied. “He came and then left again.”
Lin Yan asked, “He left? He left on his own? Did he take the wrong medicine?” Just yesterday, he insisted on coming here, and today he left early. Lin Yan originally thought Luo Shanyu would arrive first, but he didn’t expect him to come and go.
“Hmm,” Lin Zhaohe said, “He encountered that other Lin Yan and left with him…”
Lin Yan: “……”
Lin Zhaohe asked, “Do you have anything to say?”
Sympathy appeared on Lin Yan’s face. Clearly, he had started worrying about the other version of himself. He knew how troublesome Luo Shanyu could be…
“I hope he’s okay,” Lin Yan honestly said.
Lin Zhaohe remembered the scene when Lin Yan was dragged away and couldn’t help but cover his mouth and cough a few times to conceal his laughter. Li Yu was ecstatic when he heard that Luo Shanyu had left. He said that jerk should have left long ago and stopped bothering our Yanyan here.
Lin Yan’s expression twisted upon hearing the name “Yanyan,” and he said, “Have you considered leaving with Luo Shanyu?”
Mr. Li said, “I’m not going anywhere. If I die, I’ll die in front of you!”
Lin Yan: “……” He felt that Mr. Li’s words were not a joke but rather serious.
Everyone was busy and lively, preparing for the New Year’s Eve dinner. Lin Zhaohe remembered Zhuang Lao and had just called to ask about him. Now, he hesitated whether to call again, worried that he might seem a bit clingy. Just as he was contemplating, Zhuang Lao’s call came in, saying he was on his way back and would be there soon.
Winter brought early darkness, and around five in the afternoon, the sun was already faintly descending. It began to snow outside, and people started setting off fireworks in the nearby park. The Spring Festival gala programs that had been canceled earlier returned to television. Familiar music and opening acts played, although several hosts had been replaced. Rumor had it that several hosts had fused and died, leaving only two remaining.
When Zhuang Lao arrived home, the New Year’s Eve dinner had just been served on the table. He was covered in snow and wind, but Lin Zhaohe saw him enter the house and quickly approached to help him take off his coat. He said, “You’re back?”
“I’m back,” Zhuang Lao replied.
“Let’s eat quickly,” Lin Zhaohe said. “We’ve been waiting for you.”
The table was lively and bustling. Gu Xuyu, Lin Yan, A’Yao, and Little Red Square, wearing a new dress, all sat together. They raised their glasses to celebrate, and the dishes on the table emitted a warm steam. The television played festive music.
After enduring anxious days, they finally welcomed peace.
Lin Zhaohe, unsure if it was hunger or not, found the taste of the food exceptionally good. Especially the soup made by Gu Jueyu, it was so flavorful that it made his tongue tingle. Gu Jueyu had even drunk two cups of the spirit wine he brewed, which tasted good and had a high alcohol content. After downing the drinks, he started feeling a bit dizzy and tapped the table, asking everyone about their New Year’s wishes.
Little Red Square was the first to respond, whispering, “I hope to find a new job in the new year and no longer be a benchwarmer.”
“I hope that the person I like will like me back,” Mr. Li said, looking at Lin Yan with a resentful gaze, like an abandoned lover.
“I hope everyone is doing well,” Lin Yan ignored Mr. Li and expressed a simple and sincere wish.
“I hope,” Lin Zhaohe looked at Zhuang Lao and said warmly, “to be with my boss forever.”
“I hope,” Gu Jueyu, who had had a bit too much to drink, blurted out, “that I can also fall in love. Help me—Is the ultimate result of cultivating immortality just online dating? That’s too miserable, isn’t it?”
The person he referred to as an online date was sitting opposite him and immediately grew angry. He opened his mouth and said, “Gu Jueyu, if you dare to find a man, I’ll kill you.”
Gu Jueyu felt wronged and almost wanted to cry.
Zhuang Lao’s gaze fell upon Lin Zhaohe, his voice calm yet carrying a certain weight. “I hope that each and every one of your wishes can come true.”
The deity was not dead, and in the face of these wishes, he offered gentle promises.
Lin Zhaohe’s wish came true, and it was the first wish granted to him by his deity. His eyes inexplicably became moist, and he quietly held Zhuang Lao’s hand. Their fingers intertwined, their warm palms pressed tightly together.
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