Jack_Kujoh

After his tragic death, Li Shen regresses to a younger version of himself, back before he had risen to fame as a martial arts prodigy. This time, however, he discovers that he has been granted a mysterious “Cheat System” which can grant him unique skills, abilities, or buffs by forming meaningful bonds with female martial artists who harbor secret techniques. Through forging deep connections, mutual respect, and shared lust and passion, he can unlock ancient and powerful abilities to shape his path of becoming absolute conqueror.

The Vassal Bonding System

Chen Fong found Lan Zhi in her private study, scrolls of financial records spread across her desk. Candlelight cast dancing shadows on the walls as she worked late into the night, her brush moving with practiced precision across the parchment.

"The silk merchant's numbers don't align," she muttered without looking up. Her voice carried the soft edge of exhaustion.

"May I?" Chen Fong picked up one of the scrolls, his eyes scanning the columns of figures. After a while, something caught his eye. "There - he's hidden the true cargo volume behind split shipments."

Lan Zhi's brush paused mid-stroke. Her gaze followed his finger. Then she shook her head and glanced up. A pair of dark eyes studying him with the same measured calculation she applied to her ledgers. "I must be exhausted."

Chapter 21: Falling Into Place