Nine out of ten gamblers lose; I've run into a jerk!

Chapter 48 A Terrifying Genealogical Chart

Shen Qing stood there silently for a long time, as if pondering something. Apart from the faint fragrance in the air, Lu Huanong left no trace, as if it had never appeared.

Seriously? You're like this and you still want to pick up girls? You're really something, physically challenged but mentally strong! ←_←

Shen Qing rolled her eyes and scoffed, "Disgusting!"

Shen Qing just couldn't understand why she left without saying goodbye, and she also didn't understand the system on her body. She was thinking of observing and studying it further.

"Tongzi, tell me honestly, is it really because of your pride that you've been hiding and afraid to come out?"

Of course, what else would you expect it to be?

Shen Qing narrowed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "For example, there is a vicious competition between your systems, and you can't beat that system."

[What a joke! Would a first-generation system like me be afraid of a third-generation system?]

"Isn't it perfectly normal for each generation to be better than the last? You're so out of touch!"

The system is enraged. You can question its morality, but you cannot question its power.

The first generation was created by the Supreme God himself; it cannot be compared to any of the fragmented third generations!

"Does your system reproduce asexually?"

[...] We can't talk to this carbon-based life form at all!

Shen Qing remained skeptical of the system's words. He had a guess: the strategy points required to escape this world were so high, while the number of people available for strategy was limited. If there were more people trying to win over the system, they would inevitably be in competition with each other.

Other aspects remain to be investigated, but given how eager and opportunistic Revlon is, even in modern times, apart from a few exceptions, there are few people so dissolute. It's practically confirmed that the system forced good people into prostitution.

[Bullshit!] The system was furious after hearing Shen Qing's analysis.

"Be bold and take responsibility, System!"

Please do not insult the professional ethics of our system!

"But I seem to remember that when we first met, you threatened to eliminate me. Was it you, Master, or do you have a second Master?"

[...I was just kidding, some extraordinary measures for extraordinary times (t▽t)]

"I find it hard to trust your system like this," Shen Qing said, shrugging.

[I...I...] The system realized that it had been dragged along by Shen Qing's train of thought and had fallen into the trap of self-proof!

[What makes you say Revlon was coerced! Maybe she's just vain and greedy for wealth. Look at her perfect figure, looks, voice, temperament, and charm—she's obviously used a lot of props!]

Tsk~ The system actually figured it out and found a point of rebuttal. Fortunately, Shen Qing still has a Plan B.

"How about this, the usual rules, let's make a bet."

"Let's gamble!" The system was clearly getting carried away.

“If Lu Huanong’s system does not force or coerce her to do things against her will, I will bind to the system; otherwise…” A cold glint flashed in Shen Qing’s eyes.

[...] The system felt the scope was a bit too broad. Would urging a host who was slacking off be considered against their own will?

How can this be proven? Revlon has disappeared without a trace.

Shen Qing didn't think it was a problem. "Lu Huanong's target is the powerful and wealthy. Someone like her will become famous throughout the country again in no time. Then we'll see."

【⊙?⊙？】The system didn't quite understand, but it didn't ask, because that would make it seem silly.

Shen Qing's confidence stemmed from the law of attraction among transmigrators. He believed that they would definitely meet again in the near future. He decided to put this matter aside for now, as his nerves, which had been on edge for so long, needed to relax. He needed to get a good night's sleep to recharge and begin the next chapter of his journey.

The next day, the mission set off for Li'an City, the capital of Yu. Yu had a well-developed water system, so the mission chartered a large ship and traveled by water.

The change of transportation was certainly exciting, so Shen Qing enjoyed the scenery on the deck while chatting with the captain to learn about the customs and traditions of Yu Kingdom.

"Yuguo has a convenient water system; Brother Cao's water transport business must be booming!"

"Young man, what are you saying? We just live off the land and water, making a living."

Shen Qing learned from the boatman that the taxes in Yu Kingdom were also heavy, especially for people like them who did not own land. Although the dense waters were rich in fish, they also had a downside: they were prone to floods.

This happened once before last year, flooding a lot of fertile land.

Why are there so many severe natural disasters in this world? Shen Qing's suspicions deepened.

Sigh... This world really needs a strong ruler to unify the country and implement projects like the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. Although current technology can't achieve that yet, centralized control is still a thousand times better than each side acting independently.

He shook his head, dismissing lofty sentiments. This wasn't something a nobody like him should be thinking about. Let the heroes handle saving the world; even if the sky falls, someone tall will hold it up.

The mission sailed downstream, enjoying a rare moment of leisure. Many of the guards were also on a boat for the first time. After the initial excitement of boarding, some of them vomited violently at the bow, almost bringing up bile. They lay pale and slumped on the deck, looking like complete wrecks.

People's physical condition cannot be generalized. Those with good adaptability can even do somersaults on the deck and whistle at the young women washing clothes on the shore, which will elicit laughter and scolding.

Time is like quicksand, slipping away amidst the surging waves.

After seven days on the boat, the novelty had worn off. They ate fish almost every meal on the boat. At first, they were interested in helping the captain catch fish to experience life, but now they felt like throwing up at the sight of fish.

One by one, they leaned against the fence, listless, feeling lightheaded and longing for the feeling of having their feet firmly on the ground.

The boat captain pointed ahead and said, "We'll be at the Li'an City dock in half an hour."

Shen Qing also became excited along with everyone else, letting out exclamations of surprise. When she saw the bustling dock, she finally felt the relief of having already passed through countless mountains.

The Yu Kingdom's welcoming personnel were already on site after receiving the news.

"I, Shen Yun, have been waiting here for the Xuan Kingdom delegation for a long time."

Shen Qing joked, "He also has the surname Shen, so maybe we were family five hundred years ago."

Unexpectedly, Shen Che nodded seriously, "Yes, his ancestors were a branch of the family that migrated south from Yunyang thirty years ago. According to seniority, he should call me uncle."

"Huh?" Shen Qing was stunned. It really was true.

Shen Che said matter-of-factly, "You can't put all your eggs in one basket."

"..." Shen Qing was speechless and could only give a thumbs up to express his respect.

Once the ship came to a complete stop and the planks were lowered, Shen Che took the lead and disembarked. While the guards were carrying the carriages and other luggage, he chatted warmly with the officials of Yu Kingdom, fully demonstrating his talents as a social butterfly... oh no, a diplomat.

Shen Qing bowed in admiration and silently followed behind them, listening to them talk about distant relatives. She was completely confused and couldn't even figure out the kinship relationships.

Upon arriving at the post station, Shen Qing finally seized the opportunity to secretly ask Shen Che how he remembered it so clearly.

“Memorizing the family genealogy is a basic skill for the eldest son, and Yunxi has memorized it too.”

Fortunately, the original owner was the second daughter of the legitimate wife!

"This is a rare opportunity, so we can stay a little longer and visit some elders."

Shen Qing looked at the stack of names that Shen Che pulled out and thought, "You were prepared all along!"