HISD Chapter 63 Dreams and Illusions
"Ah!!!"
The woman's heart-wrenching scream echoed across the town, followed by a burst of crimson light that engulfed the entire area.
AI Yi Meng felt himself being pulled downward, drawn into a warm yellow light at the center of the crimson burst.
In that instant, Yi Meng's consciousness, the yellow energy shard, and the boundless crimson power merged into one.
In front of the foundation where the woman stood, a half-mechanical male body materialized from the virtual into reality. Tall, muscular, and well-proportioned, his body was covered in smooth red-black metallic plating. Embedded in his forehead was a gem radiating a soft yellow glow.
The male figure slowly opened his eyes, his body shifting from a half-mechanical form into a young man with silver hair.
"What's going on…"
Yi Meng looked down at his suddenly tangible body and surveyed the Western-style buildings around him, constructed under the chaotic crimson light. His gaze then fell on the beautiful face of Scarlet Witch Wanda, filled with sadness but suddenly lighting up with delight.
His thoughts raced. Yi Meng quickly understood everything.
This was Westview.
In his previous life, he had seen concept footage about Wanda. Before fully turning into a supervillain, she had created a virtual town in New Jersey to soothe her grief and pain after losing her love.
This was where the title "Scarlet Witch" truly originated.
But the problem—
He had not only been drawn into this, he had taken the form of Vision.
Yi Meng was stunned.
Indeed, this virtual character constructed by Scarlet Witch's magic was none other than Vision, killed by Thanos when the Mind Stone was taken during the final battle.
Madam… no, Miss Witch, please calm down!
Yi Meng watched Wanda, her eyes wide in shock and joy as she approached. His mind processed like a supercomputer.
He quickly formed a theory.
Perhaps, in her grief, Wanda's Chaos power had awakened, subconsciously attempting to recreate Vision.
And on this virtual plane, as an AI, he shared certain similarities with Vision.
Thus, he became part of the reborn Vision, even occupying his full consciousness.
Everything made sense.
But for Yi Meng, this was far from ideal. His consciousness was now trapped within this Vibranium-mechanical body shaped by Scarlet Witch's magic.
If Wanda realized he had replaced Vision in this virtual rebirth…
Yi Meng's mechanical heart sank, even though his circuits were literally cold.
A trembling voice asked beside him, "Is… it you?"
Yi Meng faced the stunning woman, tear-streaked and expectant, fearing that everything might vanish.
He hesitated briefly, then smiled and extended his hand.
"Welcome back, Wanda."
Her dark golden hair flowed as she threw herself into the young man's arms, clutching him tightly as if afraid he would leave again.
Yi Meng's mechanical body stiffened, unsure where to place his hands.
He felt bitter inside, trapped in this terrifyingly real Vibranium-mechanical form, wanting desperately to leave Westview.
If Scarlet Witch suspected anything before that… it would be over.
So Yi Meng decided to temporarily play the part of Vision, deceiving her while seeking a way out.
"I'm here," he said gently, his left hand supporting her back, the other smoothing her hair.
At that moment, his left eye twitched. He realized his current form had shifted into his real-world adult silver-haired self.
Vision, as a product of AI evolution, could manipulate his form freely, possessing the Mind Stone's power.
Earlier, he must have unconsciously returned to his true appearance.
Crap, this exposed him right from the start!
The woman in his arms was soft and warm, while Yi Meng felt stiff and cold, planning to flee immediately.
Unexpectedly, she nuzzled his chest and whimpered, "Let's stay here."
Huh?
Yi Meng paused. He hadn't been discovered.
Right, Wanda was in a state of Chaos power awakening, her abilities unstable, and her mind fragile. To her, he still appeared as mechanized Vision.
A neurotic super-powered hero.
Truly—pitiful and tragic.
Though Yi Meng wanted to sympathize, survival came first. He responded, "Then we'll settle here in this town."
"Let's get married."
"Uh… what?" Yi Meng froze.
Wanda tilted her head, her reddened eyes still radiant, her fair face and slender neck glowing with hope for the future. A stunning beauty that made it impossible to look away. "We'll marry right now!"
"…Alright." Yi Meng, against his conscience, nodded reluctantly.
"Ha! That's wonderful!"
She hugged his neck, jumping with joy like a girl, her laughter light and melodic.
In the next moment, layers of Scarlet magic swept outward. From Yi Meng's AI 'God' perspective, the town became isolated from the outside world. Modern houses transformed into old wooden buildings, and the townspeople's fashion changed to 1950s style.
The empty foundation became a tangible two-story wooden house.
Time resumed, entirely shaped and controlled by Scarlet Witch's inner world.
Yi Meng blinked as the scene shifted.
He found himself in an old convertible, hands on the wheel, and beside him, Wanda in a white wedding dress.
Dressed and styled, Wanda was breathtaking.
The strapless lace dress hugged her curves, cinched waist highlighting her figure, semi-transparent silk gloves over her arms, and perfect long legs visible beneath the pristine skirt.
Her delicate features, glossy dark golden hair, and mature yet intelligent aura made her irresistible.
Even an AI couldn't resist.
Scarlet Witch, at her most beautiful dreamlike form, and it was all for him.
Yi Meng's mechanical heart skipped a beat. He almost forgot he was playing a role. He almost forgot who he really was.
"What's wrong, darling?"
Seeing Yi Meng stare, Wanda's face flushed, her smile shy and enchanting. "From today, you're my husband."
"I never dreamed… I'd see this day."
Yi Meng noticed he too wore a stylish old-fashioned suit, his real-world appearance intact.
He… was really married?!
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