Cannon Fodder – Chapter 55 – A Yandere’s Love is One-of-a-Kind

Humans have limits.

The more suppressed they are, the harder it becomes to think clearly.

Like a drowning person who, upon touching that one straw, will cling to it desperately. Even if it can’t bring them to the surface, they’ll still drag that last hope underwater with them.

After spending nearly two days creating this environment, the “straw” Chi Xiaocheng left for Su Tao was naturally something that could completely change her perspective and make her infatuated.

A girl’s lips.

Thin, pink, soft, sweet, looking as if it was the most beautiful creation in the world, irresistibly tempting.

Chi Xiaocheng had administered many “punishments” before.

But Su Tao had resisted wholeheartedly, her mind never focusing on the act itself.

Confusion and revulsion reigned even if the sensation was pleasant. Her heart seemed to have an iron gate, tightly sealed shut.

In such an environment, how could she possibly appreciate Chi Xiaocheng’s allure?

But now, that gate had been opened by her own hands.

Unable to endure the loneliness of solitude.

Unable to bear the endless cycle of repetition.

Once she realized the “orange juice” might actually be from Chi Xiaocheng herself, this moment was inevitable.

As long as there’s hope, people won’t break.

Besides….

This is the female lead we’re talking about!

The white moonlight, haloed by destiny.

If she could shatter so easily, how could she be the only perfect existence in the novel?

Chi Xiaocheng’s finger still rested on her lips. As she waited for Su Tao to act, her smile grew increasingly expectant.

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Even she herself didn’t notice that her normally calm crimson eyes had unconsciously taken on a bewitching glow.

Her cheeks flushed with unnatural color, intoxicated.

To Su Tao, these changes were glaringly obvious.

Normally, she’d feel fear, terror, thinking of ways to soothe Chi Xiaocheng’s emotions and revert her from yandere mode back to the cute Xiaocheng.

But now, her eyes were fixated solely on those delicate lips.

The only taste different from orange juice.

One step forward, Su Tao pulled Chi Xiaocheng close.

Eyes shut.

Her movements were greedy yet clumsy.

……

Time became irrelevant. When rationality finally returned, she met Chi Xiaocheng’s satisfied smile.

“Did you like it?”

Su Tao’s throat constricted, unable to speak. Her gaze was dazed, as if shocked by her own actions.

Chi Xiaocheng wasn’t impatient. She leisurely retreated to the door and brought over a bowl of pork porridge.

Leaning close to Su Tao’s ear, she licked her earlobe. “I loved it, Tao-Tao~ This is your reward.”

The electric sensation made Su Tao snap back to reality instantly.

When she looked up again, Chi Xiaocheng was already gone.

Su Tao swallowed hard. After replenishing fluids, her stomach growled painfully.

Was this porridge… still orange juice flavored? Even if it was, she’d somewhat adapted by now.

With a bitter smile, she scooped a spoonful and tasted it.

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“…!”

Rich, authentic flavors spread across her tongue.

Hot tears streamed down.

“The taste is… normal.”

She devoured it ravenously, not caring that the heat slightly burned her tongue. Only when finished did clarity gradually return to her eyes.

“Heh… a reward, huh?”

She recalled the two answers Dr. Cheng had given her back when she’d first asked:

If Xiaocheng really is a yandere and can’t be “fixed,” what should I do?

Dr. Cheng’s response:

A: If you don’t want to move cities but need to cut ties completely, institutionalizing her is best. Strict supervision, like rehab camps for internet addiction.

B: If you can’t resist… try enjoying it. A yandere’s love is one-of-a-kind!

Su Tao’s fingertip brushed her lips, her expression complicated.

She didn’t like it.

But….

It wasn’t as unbearable as before.

Every micro-expression was transmitted via hidden camera to Chi Xiaocheng’s phone. Seeing her regaining composure while hugging her knees in thought, Chi Xiaocheng knew—

Phase one of the plan had succeeded.

“So perfect~”

Licking her lips, she danced excitedly.

Normally, the System would’ve chimed in by now, so the silence felt unnatural.

“System, total emotion points so far?”

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In just two days, Su Tao alone had contributed that much!

A true win-win!

“You’re usually so chatty. Why silent now? No commentary about Su Tao?”

[I’m scared you’ll stab me if I say the wrong thing]

“???”

You’re my golden finger! My greatest ally!

Why would you think that?!

“But the acting skill is amazing. Just intermediate level yet so effective. Sichen noticed nothing last time, and Su Tao was completely fooled this time.”

[T-Thanks for the praise]

From then on, Chi Xiaocheng immersed herself in “studying” with Su Tao.

Regular meals remained orange juice flavored. Rewards came only when Su Tao initiated.

By allowing one full 8-hour sleep cycle uninterrupted, the near-breaking heroine regained much of her usual poise, as if acclimating to this patient’s life.

Su Tao remained that radiant, gentle white moonlight, just shining exclusively for her now.

Thus, two days passed.

Only one remained of the original three-day plan.

Someone vanishing from society for two days inevitably raises suspicions, no matter how carefully concealed.

The astute Sichen was among the first to notice.

After several text exchanges, he decisively called Su Tao at dawn on the third day.

The familiar ringtone outside the door startled Chi Xiaocheng mid-conversation. Under Su Tao’s stunned gaze, she walked out calmly. “Wait a bit, Tao-Tao~ I’ll get that for you.”

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Only then did Su Tao belatedly realize that she had forgotten about something important.

How many days have passed since the beginning?

For the first time, she felt the terrifying adaptability of humans.

Meanwhile, Chi Xiaocheng picked up the phone with an unchanged expression.

Ahem.

Clearing her throat, she adjusted her vocal cords.

Voice Mimicry Skill, Activate!

“Hello? Sichen?”

It was a perfect imitation of Su Tao’s voice. She’d used this to dismiss Ye Liang’s call before.

Facing Sichen, she grew even calmer.

Hearing the voice, Sichen seemed relieved. “Su Tao, where are you right now?”

Chi Xiaocheng replied smoothly, “At Xiaocheng’s place. She’s sick, so I’m taking care of her.”

“Really?”

“Huh? Why do you ask?”

Every response was meticulously crafted for plausibility. Yet after this exchange, Sichen fell silent for over ten seconds.

Then, abruptly:

“Su Tao, I love you. Be my girlfriend.”

And Chi Xiaocheng broke character.

The disguise shattered instantly. Crimson eyes flashed coldly as her real voice emerged.

“Say that again and see what happens!?”