Chu Ge almost blurted out, "All I want is you..."
The words that were on the tip of his tongue were abruptly swallowed back.
Qiuzhimi's wrappers are actually quite thin. If I were to say that, it wouldn't just be a matter of a few durian. I'd definitely be beaten to death.
Their relationship is quite peculiar. On the surface, their interaction seems indistinguishable from that of a couple living together, but in reality, it's not. Evidently, there's a thick wall between them that they can't overcome, which even prevents them from casually uttering such "frivolous and flirtatious remarks".
Apart from forcing himself to put an arm around Gu Ruoyan's waist during the protest, he usually didn't even dare to touch her hand. How could there be such a boyfriend and girlfriend.
Chu Ge couldn't help but wonder, apart from her self-proclaimed "serenity and purity", was there really an influence from that sentence behind her effortless entry into this "cohabitation state"?
However... that sentence is merely "If you want to find someone, find the God of Creation", it doesn't mean you have to find someone, let alone fall in love. If you don't want to find someone at all, then this sentence is completely nonsense. Can its influence really reach this level?
So, is your behavior influenced by that sentence, or is it driven by your own intention, or did you really entertain the thought of "if I were to look for it" that made that sentence come into effect... Can you distinguish between these factors?
Yes, she can't tell the difference.
It seems like a good thing, right?
Chu Ge looked up at the night sky and suddenly smiled, "What I want... I used to say I wanted you to become an independent person, but now perhaps I need to add one more phrase - and to always appear so vividly beside me."
Qiunianji was somewhat surprised by this answer and tilted her head to size him up.
Chu Ge turned his head and blinked, "Haven't we ever taken a nighttime stroll? With such a beautiful backdrop provided by this curious person, aren't we going to take a walk?"
Qiu Wuji laughed in spite of himself and said, "Would Zhang Qiren be so angry if he knew? He told you something so serious, he was almost in tears from the pain, and then you used it to soak..."
He cut himself off before finishing his sentence, and Qiu Wuji slightly tilted his head away, not looking at him.
"Yes," Chu Ge said, "the word 'soak' might not sound nice. Let's change it... A fair lady is a gentleman's ideal partner. Chu Ge wants to be with Qiu Wuji, and it's not like she's just finding out about it for the first time."
Qiu Wuji widened his eyes and said, "You..."
"I'm just a pervert who fantasizes about having a romance with a virtual character from my own book." Chu Ge walked leisurely forward, "It's always just a matter of seeing if the virtual character gives me a chance."
Qiu Wuji indignantly followed suit, "I am not a virtual character!"
"We should say that our goal is no longer to be virtual characters," Chu Ge laughed. "Maybe it's not quite like that now, hmm... That's not a virtual character, do you want to give it a chance?"
"No!" Qiu Wuji angrily exclaimed, "You are a pervert and a freak! There's no one like you!"
"Hush... Keep your voice down. It's late at night and quiet. If you talk like this, the buildings on both sides will hear you..."
Qiun Wuji loudly exclaimed, "You perverted freak!"
The sound was wrapped in mana and specially delivered to his ears.
Chu Ge muttered, "So stubbornly arrogant."
Qiū Wújì glared angrily.
Chu Ge changed the subject: "You said that the pain of a strange person... is precisely because his experience reminded me."
Qiu Wuji couldn't follow the train of thought and said grumpily, "What?"
"I wonder if the story would have unfolded differently if that honest and unusual person hadn't been so shy, but instead had directly approached Yueying and even confessed his love," Chu Ge murmured, gazing at the moon in the sky. "So, speak your mind before it's too late... What's so secretive about liking someone?"
Qiu Wuji really didn't know whether to answer this question rightly or wrongly. If he said he was right, would it be equivalent to acknowledging his confession?
How can such a thing be so troublesome? It's much more troublesome than practicing.
Chu Ge didn't continue speaking for a moment, while Qiu Wuji silently followed beside him with a scowl. The night was silent, with only the sound of their footsteps echoing lightly on the empty street, as if every step could create a melodious sound.
Being alone together as a man and a woman is such a hassle. No matter what you do, there's always a sense of strangeness that creeps in unconsciously.
Even walking seems strange.
Qiu Wuji finally couldn't bear it anymore and said, "Let's go back. What's the point of leaving?"
"Just treat it as a distraction for me," Chu Ge whispered. "Watching the transformation of the extraordinary person makes me feel a bit suffocated, but I don't know where to start. It's good to distract myself. You say it's the troubles of worldly affairs, yes, but to put it simply, I haven't become an immortal."
"It's quite strange that in your books, characters like Zhang Qiren seem quite normal. Maybe some of them could even be protagonists. You all seem to lead peaceful and harmonious lives, yet there are elements of violence or rebellion reflected in your books."
Chu Ge was taken aback for a moment, then laughed in spite of himself and said, "Perhaps. The hostility on the internet is getting heavier by the day, and novels are a reflection of reality."
Qiu Wuji took the opportunity to bring the atmosphere back to the main issue: "When I asked you what you wanted before, I didn't mean for you to spout those lecherous words. Actually, what I wanted to say was... What kind of world do you want to create?"
Chu Ge paused for a moment.
"Is it just to satisfy your fantasy, or do you have something you want to pour out?" asked Qiu Wuji
Chu Ge thought for a while, then shook his head and said, "If we really say that literature carries the way, that's not true. But if we say it's just for fantasy... that's not the case either. As a writer, our original intention is at least to present the world in our hearts. Listen to me tell an interesting story. Strange people also say that presenting the stories in our hearts to everyone is a great thing... It's this impulse that drives us to open the document and immerse ourselves in it until now. I think many writers share this sentiment."
Qiu Wuji nodded and asked, "What about now?"
"Nowadays... the pressure of life has long bent people over, and all they want to present is the stories others like to see," said Chu Ge. "Are you advising me to find my original intention again?"
Qiu Wuji said, "What's wrong with writing stories that others enjoy reading? How can you support yourself if you don't make money?"
Chu Ge: "?"
Qiu Wuji snorted and said, "I'm the one who first asked you to change the plot. What's the big deal about that?"
Chu Ge: "..."
"I'm just telling you that your true original intention is to create the world in your book. The more complete, detailed, and realistic your world is, the more qualified you become as a creator god. As for the countless stories that can exist in this world, you have merely chosen to focus on the experiences of a person named Chu Tiange and narrate them, that's all."
Chu Ge's heart stirred slightly, as if something had flashed across his mind, but he couldn't quite grasp it.
Qiu Wuji said faintly, "You once told me that characters come before the world. If Chu Tiange and I disappear, the world will collapse. I don't think so... Or rather, maybe that's the case so far. You first come up with the story and then build the world. But I think what you need to do is to ensure that even if Chu Tiange and I die, that world will still be that world. At that time, you will be a god, and what's so difficult about my independent existence?"
Chu Ge suddenly felt that the current trend of writing about groups of characters was the path to follow. When there was only one protagonist, everything revolved around the protagonist. If the protagonist died, the book would be useless, and the world would naturally collapse. But after the establishment of a group of characters, everyone could be considered a protagonist, and a knife could be thrown at anyone, just like in "A Song of Ice and Fire"?
But this is too challenging. The so-called group portraits nowadays are far from that level, and there are still clear protagonists. Not to mention whether the level is sufficient, just considering the nature of online novels, it's impossible to write like that
However, constructing a complete world that can operate without relying on the protagonist doesn't necessarily require this method... For instance, it's also fine if the story of the current protagonist comes to an end
Wait... Chu Ge reacted, his tone a bit unyielding: "What's wrong with you today? You said 'die' twice in a row! Whatever you mean, don't think in this direction anymore!"
Qiunvji was taken aback by the commanding tone, and said with a mix of anger and amusement, "You're giving me orders?"
Chu Ge said angrily, "You know what I mean!"
Qiu Wuji's lips curled slightly as he folded his arms and said, "But you don't know what I mean."
Chu Ge's mind raced, and he suddenly laughed, "I see... Someone will constantly consider what would happen if that world were to exist without her, essentially pondering the possibility of the original body staying here forever after emerging..."
Qiu Wuji's leisurely demeanor vanished in an instant, and he said in frustration, "Who said I meant that!"
Chu Ge turned around and ran, "That's exactly what I mean!"
Qiu Wuji chased after him wildly, "Who said I want to stay in this stinky place? Stop right there!"
"What do you care what I think?"
"Don't think like that!"
"You're giving me orders?"
"I'll beat you to death!"
The figure chased and fled, and the noisy sounds gradually faded away into the night. Vaguely, there came the groans of someone being grabbed and beaten, along with the master's admonishment: "With your movement technique, you think you can outrun this seat?"