novelraw Chapter 0185 Farewell in a Dream
Chapter 0185 Farewell in a Dream
The night breeze on the island carries a salty, damp scent.
The waves lapped against the beach, their sound steady and rhythmic.
Late at night.
This is the night before the wedding.
According to local custom, the bride and groom cannot meet the night before the wedding.
Wen Ning was alone in the presidential suite on the top floor.
The room was filled with white roses that had been flown in.
Hanging above the bed was the high-waisted soft tulle wedding dress that Jiang Ci had personally altered, which shimmered softly in the moonlight.
She lay on the large, soft bed.
I was exhausted, but I couldn't fall asleep at all.
The phone screen lit up and then went out.
Jiang Ci sent a goodnight message, along with a pitiful "I miss you."
Wen Ning smiled and replied with an emoji.
Put your phone next to your pillow.
She closed her eyes.
Listening to the sound of the waves outside the window.
My heartbeat gradually calmed down.
I don't know how much time passed.
My consciousness began to sink.
It's getting deeper and deeper.
The sound of the surrounding waves disappeared.
The fragrance of flowers can no longer be smelled.
Wen Ning felt lightheaded.
She opened her eyes.
The surroundings were no longer luxurious hotel suites.
Instead, it was a vast expanse of white.
There is no sky, no earth, no boundaries.
A pure, boundless white space.
Wen Ning stood still.
I wasn't scared.
Instead, it evoked a long-lost sense of familiarity.
……
This space is very quiet.
It was so quiet that you couldn't even hear your own heartbeat.
Just then.
A ripple appeared in the void not far ahead.
It's like a drop of water falling into a calm lake.
Followed by.
A ball of light radiating a soft glow appeared out of thin air.
It is about the size of a fist.
It floats in mid-air, moving up and down.
The light was not dazzling; in fact, it had a touch of warmth.
Wen Ning was stunned.
She looked at the ball of light.
A corner of memory, sealed away, is gently touched.
"Is that you?"
Wen Ning spoke softly.
The sound echoed in this pure white space.
The ball of light flickered twice.
It's like a response.
Then.
A voice rang in Wen Ning's mind.
It's no longer the cold, emotionless, mechanical voice of the past.
No more jarring electric shocks and terrifying countdown alarms.
The voice changed.
It became gentle, calm, and even carried a hint of anthropomorphic smile.
【Host.】
【haven't seen you for a long time.】
Wen Ning's eyes instantly reddened.
It really is it.
The system that once drove her to the brink of despair, but then gave her a second chance at life.
"How...how did you get here?"
Wen Ning took a step forward.
The sphere of light did not retreat; it remained suspended silently.
I've come to say goodbye.
The system's voice was very soft.
Three years ago, that winter in Paris, my core processes were already decoupled.
Right now, I am just a remnant data projection.
The light sphere flickered slightly, as if it were breathing.
Your mission has been successfully completed.
The world timeline has completely stabilized.
I also need to go back to headquarters to upgrade the software.
Before I leave, I think I should come and see you one last time.
Wen Ning looked at it.
I was filled with mixed feelings.
She used to hate this system.
She hated its inhumanity, hated that it forced her to hurt Jiang Ci, and hated that it turned her life upside down.
But now, everything has settled down.
When I faced it again, all that remained was a sense of serene calm, as if from another world.
……
Wen Ning took a deep breath.
I finally asked the question that had been lingering in my mind for three years.
This was also her last obsession.
"then……"
Wen Ning's voice trembled slightly.
"Why did you force me like that back then?"
"Why did I have to leave him in such a cruel way?"
"Isn't there any other way?"
If only I hadn't been so decisive back then.
Jiang Ci wouldn't have suffered so much, and wouldn't have had to spend time in the intensive care unit.
The sphere of light remained silent for a few seconds.
The surrounding white light dimmed slightly.
【Host.】
The system's voice carried a hint of helplessness, but also a sense of awe for fate.
This world was originally a book.
Jiang Ci is the protagonist; his destiny is predetermined. He must experience the deepest despair before he can bounce back and build his own business empire.
And you are a bug in this world.
Your existence changed his trajectory.
If you force yourselves to be together, the fundamental logic of the world will collapse. He will suffer a backlash, lose everything, and even his life.
The ball of light drifted a little closer.
I forced you to leave to fix this bug.
Only by leaving in the most decisive way can you sever the karmic connection between you.
Let him walk the path he is meant to walk.
Wen Ning lowered his head.
Tears welled up in her eyes.
So this is the rule.
Cold, cruel, and irresistible.
【but.】
The system abruptly changed its tone.
There was even a hint of disbelief and amazement in his voice.
I anticipated the plot and the logic.
But what I didn't foresee was...your hearts.
Your love transcends my algorithms.
You'd rather bear the blame and suffer yourself than let him be harmed.
And him.
After experiencing such profound betrayal and despair, he didn't become a cold-blooded monster as originally planned.
Instead, I transcended three years, overcame all the hatred, and found you again.
The ball of light bounced up and down in front of Wen Ning.
You have used your power to break the established rules of this world.
The current timeline has broken free from the control of the original story.
[The plot from now on can no longer be predicted by any database.]
Because the current storyline is being written by you yourselves.
Wen Ning listened to these words.
The last trace of gloom in my heart has completely vanished.
There is no more curse.
There was no backlash.
They could finally love each other without any reservations.
Wen Ning raised her head.
Looking at that small ball radiating warm light.
She stopped crying and started laughing.
She stretched out her hands, making a gesture of embracing.
The ball of light did not dodge and obediently fell into her half-closed palm.
Although there is no physical tactile sensation.
But Wen Ning felt a warm glow in her heart.
"Thank you."
She looked at the sphere of light and said sincerely.
"Even though you used to be really annoying."
"but."
"Thank you for bringing me into this world."
"Thank you for letting me meet him."
The ball of light flickered a few times in her palm.
It's like a warm smile.
You're welcome. This is the outcome you earned yourself.
The system's voice carried a rare hint of teasing and intimacy.
However, since I've come to say goodbye...
As your only "old acquaintance" in this world, I naturally can't leave empty-handed.
As its voice faded.
A strange ripple suddenly appeared in the pure white space.
The light sphere began to change.
The original white glow gradually took on a layer of brilliant yet soft gold.
The golden light grew brighter and brighter, carrying a warm and comforting aura that enveloped Wen Ning.
【Host.】
The system's voice became solemn and gentle.
Get ready to receive what I'm about to give you...
[Was this the last wedding gift?]