Not praying for ten strings

In a world dominated by seven super-corporations, the Longevity Species that always occupied the pinnacle of power didn't allow for the enactment of written laws. The Floating Islands of prisons delimited by lines on the map, where resources would inevitably run out in the future...
People yearned for the birth of a true "Hero," yet they cynically awaited the fall of a Hero from grace.
As long as one was hailed by the media as a Hero, even murder could be forgiven, and every word they said would be adored. Even high and mighty Elves dared not provoke the edge of a Hero.
But if a Hero of the past committed even a minor offense, the moment their image crumbled, the forgiven sins would flare up like an inextinguishable furnace, and the stars of yesterday would instantly become unforgivable criminals...
"—Come become a Hero, Russell."
The most vicious criminal in the world thrust a knife into the boy's hand, whispering a low enticement.
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Solo female lead, Beast Ears, Spiritual Energy, Mechanical Angels, and other elements. Cyber-fantasy. Please refrain if not to your liking.

Tower of Overturn

Despite having just slept for twelve hours...


But as Russell breathed in Cui Que's scent, felt her warmth, and quietly rested on her shoulder rather than a pillow, he gradually felt drowsy again.


His stomach had become somewhat hungry. However, he still didn't want to move, just closed his eyes and ordered takeout with his Chip.


It wasn't time to give Cui Que an IV for hydration yet—and frankly, he didn't really want to see Cui Que with an IV bag, pale, lying in bed.


That would always make him think of something bad. As if a vibrant, colorful person had suddenly turned pale.


Of course, if really necessary, Russell could do the injection for her... He was quite skilled at it. From preparing the medicine to inserting the needle to removing it, he was very proficient in the whole process. After all, he had done it many times for Alice.


In these three days, Cui Que's condition had also gradually stabilized...


Chapter 63: Touch of a Flower