123: Lin Du, please don't die.

Outside the Anima store.

A beautiful middle-aged woman, accompanied by a group of subordinates, hurried to the entrance of the Anima store.

The beautiful middle-aged woman tidied her appearance and greeted the Ning Family Bodyguard at the door with a humble expression.

"Hello!"

"I am Manager Lin Xue of the mall. May I go in and greet Miss Ning?"

The beautiful middle-aged woman's expression was very respectful; even for a Ning Family Bodyguard, she could only approach cautiously.

The Bodyguard Captain frowned and held out a hand to stop the beautiful middle-aged woman.

"I'm sorry!"

"Unless the Young Miss gives permission, no one is allowed to enter!"

Just then, Ning Fengya heard the commotion and looked over.

"Let her in!"

This mall was one of the Ning Family's subordinate properties. On the way here, Ning Fengya had noticed many unreasonable things and wanted to discuss them with the manager.

Upon seeing Ning Fengya, Manager Lin Xue's face clearly showed a hint of panic.

Ning Fengya was a truly important figure, a level that Manager Lin Xue would ordinarily never get to meet.

Manager Lin Xue was also a rare beauty, but compared to Ning Fengya, she paled in comparison, all her brilliance overshadowed by Ning Fengya... "Miss Ning, welcome to inspect!"

"I am Manager Lin Xue of the mall, and I apologize for being late."

Ning Fengya waved her hand, getting straight to the point.

"A section of the parking lot entrance road is damaged, and it looks like it's been damaged for a long time. Why hasn't it been repaired yet?"

"On the first floor, there are several empty shops. Where have the staff gone?"

"Also, as the manager of this mall, where is your employee ID badge?"

Ning Fengya immediately launched into a triple-question barrage, making Manager Lin Xue break out in a cold sweat.

Manager Lin Xue gently wiped the sweat from her forehead and said tremblingly, "I'm sorry, Miss Ning."

"All of these are my oversights. I will immediately send people to rectify them!"

"I will write a thorough self-criticism before the end of the day today!"

Manager Lin Xue's attitude of admitting her mistake was quite good.

Ning Fengya said no more.

Under Lin Du's surprised gaze, Ning Fengya took Lin Du's arm.

"Come on, let's go to the company!"

Manager Lin Xue respectfully stepped aside, bowing to Ning Fengya and Lin Du.

"Welcome back, Young Miss and Young Master-in-law, for another inspection!"

The Bodyguards led the way, and Ning Fengya and Lin Du walked out of the Anima store... Lin Du secretly sighed at the impermanence of things.

That was truly too close; he was almost exposed.

Ning Fengya, that woman, was simply too cunning.

It was Lin Du's first time having Ning Fengya hold his arm, and an unusual feeling arose in his heart.

As they walked past Manager Lin Xue, Lin Du's peripheral vision suddenly caught a glimpse of what seemed to be a sneer on Manager Lin Xue's lips?

Not good!

Lin Du's heart leaped.

"Wife, quickly get out of the way!" Lin Du shouted.

Before he could finish the sentence, Manager Lin Xue, who was beside Ning Fengya, suddenly burst into action.

She pulled out a sharp dagger, glowing with a greenish light, from somewhere and fiercely stabbed towards Ning Fengya's neck.

Not only was it a sneak attack, but the dagger was also poisoned!

"Ning Fengya, die!!"

Ning Fengya was a super expert in the game, but in reality, she didn't possess the formidable abilities she had in the game.

(universe ol is currently only in the early stages of the game; many things have not been developed. As Lin Du's level catches up with the main group, real-world ability manifestation will gradually open up. Keep reading, you definitely won't be disappointed.)

Manager Lin Xue's movements were swift and fierce, clearly indicating special training. How could Ning Fengya be her opponent?

A rare look of fear appeared in Ning Fengya's clear eyes.

At such close range, she couldn't dodge at all!

The Bodyguards walking ahead, realizing the commotion behind them, wanted to help but it was already too late... "Stop!"

"Stop it, quickly!!"

The Bodyguards' shouts had no deterrent effect on Manager Lin Xue.

The dagger in Manager Lin Xue's hand was getting closer to Ning Fengya's neck, and the smile on her face grew increasingly frantic.

Ning Fengya's face turned pale.

The chilling glint from the dagger made her realize that death was imminent.

Ning Fengya wanted to resist, but her body had already begun to spasm slightly from fear; her body no longer belonged to her... Was a proud daughter of heaven to fall just like this?

This was reality, not a game. Even with a lifespan value of one hundred million years, there was only one life to live.

If you died, you were truly dead!

The chill from the dagger made a layer of goosebumps rise on Ning Fengya's neck.

Ning Fengya smiled bitterly and silently, already preparing to accept this ridiculous fate... However, just as the dagger was about to pierce Ning Fengya's carotid artery, an arm wrapped in a purple suit suddenly blocked her neck.

This arm was strong and powerful, giving Ning Fengya a strong sense of security.

Pfft—

The sharp dagger sliced through the arm, and blood instantly stained the purple suit black... The fatal blow was blocked, and Manager Lin Xue's face turned pale with shock.

"No!"

Manager Lin Xue pulled out the dagger and tried to stab Ning Fengya's neck again.

The excellent assassination opportunity was lost; Manager Lin Xue's second strike was merely a dying struggle.

Bang—

A strong Ning Family Bodyguard kicked Manager Lin Xue to the ground, and three or four strong Bodyguards instantly pounced on her... Ning Fengya's white clothes were heavily stained with blood.

Looking at the bloody arm trembling in front of her, Ning Fengya's mind went blank for a moment.

"Lin Du!"

"Lin Du!!"

"Quickly go call a doctor!!"

These were the last words Lin Du heard before he fainted.

Manager Lin Xue's stab just now, Lin Du actually had a chance to pull Ning Fengya away, but he chose not to.

Firstly!

Ning Fengya absolutely could not die.

If Ning Fengya really died here, Lin Du would definitely be treated as a disposable pawn by the Ning Family, and might even be forced to be buried with Ning Fengya.

Secondly!

After Lin Du was injured, he wouldn't have to do any of the dirty or tiring work at home.

During his recovery, he would have ample time to earn money in the game to pay off his debts.

Although Ning Fengya was cruel and ruthless, she had always been Lin Du's biggest backer in the Ning Family.

With Ning Fengya protecting him, life would be much easier.

Finally!

Lin Du wanted Ning Fengya to change her attitude towards him.

Everything he experienced today made Lin Du realize that Ning Fengya might be starting to suspect his identity.

Lin Du risked his life to save Ning Fengya, even gaining a deep wound in the process. This would undoubtedly make Ning Fengya temporarily relax her vigilance and suspicion towards him.

If possible, perhaps Ning Fengya might even completely change her attitude... Lin Du concluded that this injury was well worth it.

To escape the Ning Family, for freedom, he could endure anything.

He had been disguised in the Ning Family for so long; one more stab wouldn't make a difference!

When Lin Du was hit, he even deliberately rubbed against the blade, trying to make as much blood flow as possible.

The more blood that flowed, the more secure his future days would be!

What, worried Lin Du might die from excessive blood loss?

Brother, you're overthinking it.

When Ning Family members travel, their convoy is always equipped with at least five top doctors and a complete set of medical equipment.

As long as there's a breath left, a person cannot die!

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