Chapter Twenty-Two: Eel Rice

Chen Ze never really understood why those lives, which appeared enviable to others, often seemed not so desirable to those living them.

When he first watched "Overlord", Chen Ze thought that if it were him, he'd probably be jumping with joy.

No need to be a corporate drone from nine to six, not to mention the frequent overtime until nine at night. Wouldn't that be nice?

Chen Ze shook his head, realizing he still didn't have the self-cultivation of those anime protagonists; after all, that kind of life seemed more thrilling compared to a peaceful one.

"Manager," Betty looked a bit troubled.

"What's wrong?" Chen Ze curiously looked at her.

"I... I have a friend," said Betty, hesitatingly.

"And then?" Chen Ze took a sip of his ice-cold Coca Cola; indeed, there was nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold Coke on a hot day.