Cannon Fodder – Chapter 44 – Nobody Understands Yanderes Better Than Me

Simultaneously, another message arrived.

Chen Qian: “Chi Xiaocheng, what does Su Tao mean by this? Are you pretending to be a yandere to train her?”

The screenshot Chen Qian sent showed the exact same question as the one on her “Dr. Cheng” alternate account:

‘Would a yandere know they’re a yandere?’

“This doesn’t add up!”

Chi Xiaocheng’s fingers tapped lightly on the table. “Su Tao actually doubting whether I’m truly a yandere? That can’t be right.”

Between the basement incident, the rooftop scene, and the recent Liu Guijia episode, her combo should’ve left Su Tao utterly disoriented, hence blindly consulting “Dr. Cheng.”

So why the sudden suspicion?

Instead of immediately replying to Su Tao via her alternate account, she first responded to Chen Qian: “Find out what’s going on.”

Minutes later, Chen Qian forwarded several screenshots.

Thanks to their close relationship, Su Tao had shared many details with Chen Qian, including Liu Guijia’s claims.

Chen Qian: “How should I reply?”

Chi Xiaocheng: “Say you don’t understand either and suggest she ask her psychologist uncle.”

After sending this, Chi Xiaocheng’s expression turned peculiar.

“System, did I really say those things during Liu Guijia’s… bullying session?”

[Host, correction: It was you bullying Liu Guijia]

“Don’t nitpick. I was clearly the victim.”

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Chi Xiaocheng had no recollection.

She prided herself on being rational. Especially after transmigrating as cannon fodder, she triple-checked every move. There was no way her yandere act could’ve been exposed.

Let alone slipping from her own mouth.

[Host, you did say those words. I assumed it was intentional for some scheme] ¹ Huh I thought so too :Kimiconfused:

“Really?”

[Really. Not only did you deny being a yandere, you also mentioned something about protagonists]

Chi Xiaocheng inhaled sharply. “I have zero memory of this!”

[Perhaps you entered a yandere state? Rage clouding judgment?]

“Nonsense. I’m not a yandere. We were even communicating then. That’s impossible.”

Chi Xiaocheng lowered her head in thought. “My guess? Residual consciousness from the original host influenced me.

“Adorable as she was, soul transmigration does have side effects.”

The system fell silent as Chi Xiaocheng pieced things together, roughly deducing Su Tao’s intent.

Having consulted Si Chen and Chen Qian, she was now asking “Dr. Cheng.”

“She doesn’t want to believe I’m a yandere. Avoiding, fearing… All that tenderness made me think she was growing attached.”

A red glint flashed in Chi Xiaocheng’s eyes as she replied via her alternate account:

Dr. Cheng: “Why ask? Did something happen?”

Peach: “It’s like this….”

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Su Tao meticulously recounted Liu Guijia’s account and mentioned Si Chen’s proposed test.

While serving Ye Liang for three days to repay the favor, pretend to cut ties with Chi Xiaocheng and observe her reaction to confirm if she’s truly a yandere!

Chi Xiaocheng narrowed her eyes.

Without the “Dr. Cheng” alias, she’d never have known Su Tao contemplated this.

But clearly, she remained hesitant.

Time to stoke the flames!

Dr. Cheng: “Typically, yanderes lack self-awareness. But rare, rational cases may vaguely sense their abnormality, finding it repulsive enough to self-loathe.”

Dr. Cheng: “If you are uneasy, this method works for verification.”

Su Tao: “But I fear complications.”

Dr. Cheng: “Just stay by your friend’s side to soothe her emotions.”

Dr. Cheng: “Two precautions though.”

Su Tao: “Please advise.”

Dr. Cheng: “Your Xiaocheng appears mildly yandere. Note her reactions to your act. She might not harm you but will likely self-harm, so prioritize emotional comfort by temporarily indulging her.”

Dr. Cheng: “Expect several days of stabilizing Xiaocheng. During this period, prevent such friends from contacting her to avoid deterioration. Handle these arrangements beforehand.”

Dr. Cheng: “Then proceed with testing.”

After sending this, Chi Xiaocheng received no immediate reply. Su Tao must’ve been agonizing for minutes before responding:

Peach: “Dr. Cheng… is this truly safe?”

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She needed courage to act.

Chi Xiaocheng’s lips curled as she typed: “Rest assured, nobody understands yanderes better than me!”

Perfect timing! Chi Xiaocheng also wanted to prevent Su Tao from becoming Ye Liang’s maid.

No, correction: She absolutely couldn’t become Ye Liang’s maid!

‘Tao-Tao, these next few days… you’re all mine~’

With plans forming, Chi Xiaocheng allocated her brother’s 2000 yuan (deducted some from buying clothes) for upcoming needs.

Two days passed in a blink.

Per Chen Qian’s reports, Su Tao would visit Ye Liang’s home tomorrow evening.

Meanwhile, through the “Dr. Cheng” account, Chi Xiaocheng learned Su Tao planned to ditch Ye Liang and use this chance to test her!

‘If testing’s what you want, then test me hard!’

Near dusk, the blood-red sunset dyed the sky as Chi Xiaocheng left campus, walking the path home.

Suddenly, a tall figure blocked her way.

“Chi Xiaocheng, may we talk?”

It was Si Chen!

Chi Xiaocheng’s mental alarms blared as she instinctively stepped back. “W-What about?”

Tilting her head slightly, she met Si Chen’s piercing gaze beneath his glasses—

Like a serpent eyeing prey.

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She quickly lowered her head. Behind her bangs, her brow furrowed as she analyzed Si Chen’s motives.

‘Si Chen… Su Tao… testing… yandere….’

It was a disaster. This man studied psychology, so her intermediate acting skills might not suffice!

Planning to evade, she pulled up her hood and murmured, “Sorry, Young Master Si Chen, I’m in a hurry—”

“No rush!”

Si Chen chuckled. “It’s about Su Tao. Since you like her, shouldn’t we chat?”

Chi Xiaocheng: “!”

‘She told him I like her?! Or did he deduce it?!’

“Don’t look so shocked. I was merely testing you. Hiding under your hood shows fear. That tremble proves I’m right.

“Too public here. How about that alley?”

Hands in pockets, Si Chen turned abruptly.

Chi Xiaocheng stared at his broad back, fists clenching briefly before slipping into her pockets—

Where she’d just exchanged system points for a fruit knife.

Gripping the blade, she felt marginally safer.

The setting sun stretched Si Chen’s shadow long. The petite girl gradually closed the distance, vanishing into its darkness.

Author Note

PS: Weekends seem busier. Since everyone’s off, I’ll drop two chapters tomorrow morning plus an extra at night. Plot suggestions welcome in comments—I love borrowing ideas! Also, daily stable updates continue. Small gifts appreciated~~~

Translator Note

I’m just the TL, so there won’t be three chapters tomorrow >:)