Peach-Orange! – Chapter 201 – Reverse Normalcy

Death death death!

The moment the fruit knife struck, Chu Lingfeng sensed the threat of death.

He had thought the mastermind was just toying with him.

Never expected they’d been lulling him into complacency for a sneak attack!

He tried desperately to twist his neck away, but how could he match Chi Xiaocheng’s speed?

It was true her original body had been weak.

But this disguised form had no such limitations. It was perfectly healthy. Add to that the triple combat power from sustained Blackening in her yandere state, plus the surgical precision skill!

When Chi Xiaocheng wielded that fruit knife, she could carve a hole through a tree!

This strike was meant to kill.

Only then would this male lead stop threatening Tao-Tao!

But whether from unfamiliarity with this disguised body or the cold weather affecting her,

As the knife thrust forward—

A sudden cramp burst through Chi Xiaocheng’s hand.

A slight tremor diverted the blade aiming for his neck, now slashing toward his face instead.

Combined with Chu Lingfeng’s desperate evasion—

“Shhk—!” The knife stabbed into his cheek at a 45-degree upward angle, leaving a bloody trail that severed half his ear.

The lethal strike had been thwarted by heavenly interference.

Or rather, Chu Lingfeng’s protagonist halo remained intact. Chi Xiaocheng simply couldn’t forcibly kill this male lead yet!

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A pig-slaughtering shriek erupted from Chu Lingfeng:

“GAAAHHH—!!”

Clutching his ear, blood rapidly painted half his face crimson before dripping off his chin.

He reached into his pocket and took out silver needles. “You brought this on yourself!”

Thirty Needles of Grandma Tai!

Chi Xiaocheng’s eyes widened.

Seeing his throwing stance while spotting approaching security, she turned and fled.

Her petite form ducked into bushes, reverting to doll form where none could see.

‘Seems I can’t kill him without first feeding him a poisoned apple.’

But still….

[Male Lead Chu Lingfeng generates fear, terror, rage, pain and other negative emotions due to Host]

[Emotional Value +114…]

[Emotional Value +514…]

[Emotional Value +73…]

A total profit!

As Chi Xiaocheng vanished and security arrived, Chu Lingfeng finally collapsed onto a bench, his throwing posture slackening.

That was close. He’d nearly died!

If not for luck making the attacker miss, he’d have lost more than half an ear.

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Thankfully, his Thirteen Needles of Taiyi reputation preceded him.

That assassin must have believed his medical prowess.

After acupressure alleviated some pain, he berated the arriving security captain: “Useless! Took you long enough!”

The captain scowled. “The banquet started. With threats present, protecting Master Si takes priority. I couldn’t mobilize more men!”

“You dare backtalk?”

Chu Lingfeng slapped him. “Can’t you see I’m injured? Call an ambulance! The killer’s still here. Turn this garden upside down!”

The captain’s face darkened further. “Aren’t you the Miracle Doctor? Stick yourself with needles instead of wasting ambulances!”

“You lowly guard—!” Another slap punctuated by bloody spit. “Know your place! Trash like you deliver food and lick boots for life. Working here was your one chance to climb up!

“And the rest of you, stop gawking and hunt her down!

“Worthless!”

He missed the captain’s worsening expression.

As he turned—

A fist like a sandbag smashed his uninjured cheek.

Stunned, Chu Lingfeng looked up to see the captain brandishing his baton, sleeves rolled high.

“Who the hell you yelling at? You’re just another dog clinging to the Si family!

“I’m an orphan with nothing to lose! I’ll drag you down with me!”

The captain pounced, pummeling Chu Lingfeng mercilessly. The ensuing screams surpassed even the ear injury’s.

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Meanwhile, after swallowing a system-bought speed pill, Chi Xiaocheng had long escaped.

Though failing to kill Chu Lingfeng, thrashing him was satisfying.

“But disappearing might hurt Tao-Tao….

“That doll represents her emotional anchor to me.

“If it’s gone, she’d panic, right?”

Smirking, Chi Xiaocheng avoided lights and crowds, reaching an open banquet hall window.

“Can’t wait to see her frantic expression~”

With mischievous glee, she climbed inside.

The crowded hall featured an elderly man toasting on stage, even Dongfang Yang chatting amiably with him.

Formalities had concluded. Now was networking time.

Business deals, social climbing, resolving corporate rivalries—

The banquet’s true purpose.

But… no Tao-Tao in the main hall.

Perhaps the dance floor?

At such events, dancing was essential, especially for minor families showcasing daughters to climb social ladders.

Sneaking to the ballroom, Chi Xiaocheng instantly spotted Su Tao.

Even in modest purple amidst the crowd, she shone brightest.

Yet the scene wasn’t as expected.

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Su Tao wasn’t desperately searching for the lost doll.

Instead, she was laughing with a slightly androgynous, short-haired youth shorter than herself.

The sight choked Chi Xiaocheng’s breath.

She’d been so certain Su Tao loved only her.

So why….

‘Why aren’t you looking for me?’

Didn’t you promise to cherish my memento as you did me?

Didn’t you love me? How can you smile so brightly at another?

The ribbon that once secured the doll fluttered emptily at Su Tao’s waist, as if its presence meant nothing.

In the distance,

The youth extended a hand toward Su Tao.

An invitation to dance.

And Su Tao….

Accepted it.

What did a dance invitation signify?

The tiny doll by the window stared blankly, the light in her eyes dimming.

“Tao-Tao… you’re being naughty.”