Scum Gong Walks the Career Line in the Crematorium

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Shu Shuangyu had no idea that someone was currently monitoring him, trying to uncover his system. He was roughly blindfolded by Xia Zuo and taken to an unfamiliar place.

“Where is this?” Although Shu Shuangyu’s eyes were covered, with the system in place, he couldn’t be completely unaware of his surroundings.

After a quick scan, the system replied, [This is Xia Zuo’s lair on the Imperial Star.]

In the midst of their conversation, Shu Shuangyu’s blindfold was removed, and he saw a villa standing before him, with a large garden, swimming pool, and a white angelic fountain…

Shu Shuangyu suddenly felt a bit uncomfortable.

“Does it look familiar?” Xia Zuo asked.

Keeping his character in mind, Shu Shuangyu pretended to be clueless as he looked at Xia Zuo, feigning a trembling appearance. “I-I’ve never been here.”

[He remembers what I told him back then.]

When Shu Shuangyu approached Xia Zuo, he created a fictional identity for himself as an orphaned young master with nothing but money. The description of his family he gave Xia Zuo matched the appearance of this place.

In reality, this was Lu Xiu’s former residence, and Shu Shuangyu had lived there before.

After feeling nostalgic, Shu Shuangyu pushed those thoughts aside. Since Xia Zuo lived in this kind of house, it meant he had never forgotten about him during these three years. That also meant he wouldn’t harm him.

So, when Xia Zuo locked him in the room, Shu Shuangyu pretended to be afraid on the surface, but secretly, he even had the mood to joke and complain to the system.

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[Is he trying to do some imprisonment play? A bit exciting, I’m not against it, but I don’t know how capable he is…] Shu Shuangyu’s gaze slyly glanced at Xia Zuo’s crotch. [He seems to have a good physique, and I’m sure he has considerable assets.]

The system responded with a serious tone, [As the biggest antagonist in the plot, Xia Zuo’s physical qualities are on par with the male lead, Lu Xiu.]

[I didn’t sleep with Lu Xiu back then either.] Shu Shuangyu said with regret, [Lu Xiu is so conservative, preaching about not having sex before marriage. He’s still like that even in the interstellar era; such a straight guy.]

Xia Zuo stood on the side, seemingly smiling but not quite, watching Shu Shuangyu’s performance of fear. After hearing Shu Shuangyu’s conversation with the system, he couldn’t help but laugh even more.

[Could this guy really have gone crazy?] Shu Shuangyu was frightened by his sudden and eerie laughter, and his true thoughts were revealed even in his acting.

“Shu Shuangyu.” Xia Zuo gently called his name, his soft tone as if he was summoning his closest lover. “Back then, you approached me, invited me for meals, said you would sponsor my education, and that we would be together forever…”

[Did that really happen back then?] After experiencing several worlds, Shu Shuangyu had started to forget some memories of this world.

[The host initially speculated that the tragic antagonist would be attracted to a ray of light type, so you played the role of a holy father before him, wanting to save him from his misery.] The system reminded him.

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[I remember now.] Shu Shuangyu suddenly realized, [At that time, he was malnourished, and his face looked good, but he was skinny and not my type at all. I casually gave him a couple of steamed buns, and he was so grateful.]

Thinking about this, Shu Shuangyu sighed, [Now, a couple of steamed buns wouldn’t be enough to satisfy him.]

[Please note, the favorability of the target Xia Zuo has decreased to 0.]

Shu Shuangyu widened his eyes in shock, [What’s wrong with the system today? Is it infected with a virus? Why are there so many bugs?]

[There is no issue with the system’s database. Please pay attention to the target’s status and increase the favorability.]

Shu Shuangyu cursed silently but had no choice but to look at Xia Zuo, showing a pitiful expression and softly saying, “What’s your name? Did I know you before? I’ve lost my memory, and I can’t remember anything from before…”

He thought Xia Zuo would introduce himself and talk about their past, which would naturally evoke Xia Zuo’s pity and affection.

However, Xia Zuo just stood there with his arms crossed, not moving at all. He maintained a smile on his face, and his eyes were profound, like a wolf preparing to launch an attack, sending shivers down one’s spine.

[He’s becoming more and more twisted and paranoid after three years.] Shu Shuangyu rubbed his arms, which had been raised in goosebumps, and looked even more pitiful.

“Back then, I saw with my own eyes that you were bitten by the Zerg Tribe, but you were unharmed. I’m very curious, how did you escape from the swarm and eliminate the Zerg Tribe toxin?” Xia Zuo’s voice remained gentle; it sounded like he was talking to Shu Shuangyu and murmuring to himself.

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The Zerg Tribe was powerful not only due to their numbers and terrifying reproductive abilities but also because they carried a toxin that could spread throughout the body with a single bite.

Even if one managed to barely survive, the toxin would completely destroy human DNA, leading to deformities and turning them into terrifying monsters, unable to live and unable to die.

Combined with the fact that most Zerg Tribe members were as small as ants, making it difficult for humans to defend against them, humanity was forced to retreat repeatedly.

After the human hero, Lu Xiu, gained control of the military, he didn’t rush to the front lines to drive away the Zerg Tribe. Instead, he made his family spare no effort to research the Zerg Tribe toxin’s antidote and vaccine. After achieving some results, he took soldiers to the battlefield.

Although the antidote could save lives and reduce the severity of the deformities, the Zerg Tribe toxin still forcefully damaged the human body and systems.

However, after being bitten all over his body by the Zerg Tribe, Shu Shuangyu’s appearance remained unchanged, and the skin exposed had no abnormalities… Xia Zuo smiled faintly, “But don’t worry.”

Shu Shuangyu’s heart shuddered.

“As long as I dissect you, I can find out why you were unharmed.” At this moment, Xia Zuo’s face carried a smile, but in Shu Shuangyu’s eyes, he had become akin to a demon.

“Are you insane?!” Shu Shuangyu blurted out, “What are you planning to do?!”

Xia Zuo slowly approached; with each step forward, Shu Shuangyu took one step back. He continued to retreat until his back was against the wall, with no way to retreat further.

He affectionately touched Shu Shuangyu’s head, just like three years ago when Xia Zuo was impatiently patting the head of that rich young master, “I won’t give you anesthesia; I want you to watch as every inch of your skin is dissected under the forceps… I will uncover your secrets.”

This person has truly gone completely insane. When facing the antagonists before, those major villains seemed fierce and evil to the outside world but were always gentle and kind to him. This was the first time Shu Shuangyu faced such malicious intent from an antagonist, and it scared him, causing his pupils to contract, and he shivered in fear.

“I was already a lunatic, to begin with.” Xia Zuo suddenly exerted force in his hand, grabbing the roots of Shu Shuangyu’s hair and forcing him to look up. Their gazes locked, and all emotions were laid bare, “Shu Shuangyu, if someone harms me, I will return it a thousandfold.”

Xia Zuo’s pupils were pitch-black and profound, reflecting Shu Shuangyu’s trembling and contorted face. After enjoying the sight of Shu Shuangyu’s distress, Xia Zuo suddenly let go and smiled as if nothing had happened, “Rest well.”

Shu Shuangyu slid down the wall, his legs shaking like noodles. He looked at Xia Zuo with terror as he nonchalantly strolled out of the room.

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[System, was he joking with me? What he said was fake, right?]

When Xia Zuo reached the room’s entrance, he suddenly turned back, gazing at Shu Shuangyu. “Guess whether I was joking with you or not.”

The door closed completely, and the sound of it locking came from outside. Shu Shuangyu took a deep breath; he realized that he had been too afraid to breathe.

[System…] Shu Shuangyu’s voice now carried a sob, [You never said that the villains would become so terrifying after turning evil! I don’t want to do the mission anymore; I want to go home!]

[Please overcome the difficulties, complete the mission, and the system will ensure your safety. Please don’t worry.]

Those words brought some relief to Shu Shuangyu’s heart. He clenched his teeth and repeated, [You must ensure my safety; I am your only host, and we are in this together!]

[Yes, please rest assured, host.]

—

Having seen everything through the surveillance, Pei Cun asked Lin Hanchuan, “Do you think Xia Zuo is serious?”

Lin Hanchuan pondered and replied, “Xia Zuo hates humans, but he hates the Zerg Tribe even more. He has an extreme personality, where love allows one to live, and hate drives one to die. Shu Shuangyu has been deceiving him from start to finish…”

“With Shu Shuangyu’s personality, I assume his conversation with the system won’t be pleasant. Lu Xiu is honest in character, so he won’t take matters into his own hands. But Xia Zuo crawled out from the slums and grew into an antagonist.” Pei Cun continued, “After hearing Shu Shuangyu’s conversation with the system, Xia Zuo will undoubtedly know that Shu Shuangyu only sees him as a target to conquer.”

Empathizing with the situation, if he were deceived and played with emotionally, Pei Cun would never let go of the person responsible. Only by keeping them alive could he torture them to the fullest.

As for the plotline in the original story where nothing happened, and even more favor was shown? That was based on the assumption that Lu Xiu and Xia Zuo were unaware of the truth and were deceived by Shu Shuangyu again.

Knowing the truth of being deceived and hurt, yet still refusing to let go and playing in such a dark room and imprisonment play… This kind of plot was either shamelessly obscene or mentally ill.

If Xia Zuo was truly shamelessly obscene, Pei Cun wouldn’t mind personally taking action.

After all, he could be considered a relative of the victim, the one who had the right to seek revenge against Shu Shuangyu.

Lin Hanchuan didn’t know what Pei Cun was thinking, so he embraced Pei Cun’s waist and subtly slid up and down, hinting, “It’s getting late.”

Both Lin Hanchuan and Pei Cun were new to this kind of intimacy. As adult men, their desires were similar, and neither of them had personalities that would resist or kick the other out of bed. Often, one would make a subtle hint, and the other would instantly understand.

Pei Cun’s eyes still carried the lingering blush of satisfaction. His gaze was deep, like it had a hook in it, and he said, “Yes, it’s time to rest.”

The two systems was left locked outside the room. They sat together, leaning on each other, and watching the surveillance video with boredom. One of them said, [I guess they will stay inside for about three hours, based on past experiences.]

[I think they’ll stay until tomorrow morning because it’s already dark outside.]

[Humans are really troublesome, so fragile and complicated.]

Both systems exchanged a glance and sighed simultaneously.

—

While Lin Hanchuan and Pei Cun enjoyed their affectionate moments, Shu Shuangyu couldn’t fall asleep all night. Whenever he closed his eyes, he would dream of himself being tied to an operating table and having all his organs removed.

Whether in real life or the quick-transmigration world, Shu Shuangyu had always had an easy time. But when something happened suddenly, he would be utterly scared.

The next day, the sound of the door unlocking echoed in the room. Shu Shuangyu’s heart trembled, and he covered himself with the blanket, nervously looking outside. Despite being terrified by Xia Zuo to such an extent, he now wished desperately that the person at the door was Xia Zuo.

But the person who entered was not Xia Zuo.

Several people in white coats walked in, and Shu Shuangyu screamed in terror. Ignoring his protests, they directly injected a needle into Shu Shuangyu’s arm.

As he fell into unconsciousness, Shu Shuangyu kept calling for the system: [System! System! You said you would protect my safety!]

He didn’t hear anything, as the system coldly and heartlessly replied, [Upon examination, the host is not in a life-threatening situation; there is no need to use energy to leave this world.]

 

Author’s Note:

The script that everyone received for this world:

Shu Shuangyu: Extreme survival, horror game.

Lin & Pei: Sweet love! Let’s make it three days and nights!

The two systems: Latchkey children, independent and self-reliant.