After the long training in the virtual space, Yue Ling slowly opened her eyes.
Soft sunlight streamed through the tall windows of the luxurious bedroom.
She blinked a few times and stretched lazily.
"Ah… finally back."
She sat up on the large bed and looked around the room.
Everything was elegant and expensive—the crystal lamp on the ceiling, the soft carpet under the bed, the delicate curtains swaying gently in the breeze.
Yue Ling let out a small sigh.
"So this is what rich people's life looks like…"
The system's voice sounded in her mind.
"Host seems satisfied."
"Of course," Yue Ling replied lazily. "If I'm going to suffer in this world, at least the environment should be good."
She slowly got out of bed and walked toward the dressing mirror.
While getting ready, she began sorting through the memories of the original owner.
"System."
"Yes, Host."
"Tell me about my school."
"You already possess those memories."
"I know," she said. "But I'm too lazy to organize them."
The system went silent for two seconds before answering.
"Host studies at City A First International Academy."
Yue Ling raised an eyebrow.
"That fancy name again…"
The system continued.
"It is the most prestigious high school in the entire city."
"Only children from influential families or exceptionally talented students are admitted."
Yue Ling folded her arms.
"So basically… a gathering place for rich kids."
"Correct."
She laughed softly.
"This world really likes clichés."
As she continued recalling the memories, another piece of information appeared.
The original owner of this body had been an academic genius.
Always ranking within the top ten of the entire grade.
Yue Ling immediately frowned.
"Wait… top ten?"
"Yes."
Her eyelids twitched.
"That sounds like a lot of work."
"Host must maintain that ranking to avoid suspicion."
Yue Ling groaned.
"I knew it…"
She finally stood in front of the mirror.
When she saw her reflection clearly, she paused.
The girl in the mirror had long silky hair falling over her shoulders.
Her skin was pale and flawless.
Her features were delicate and elegant.
Yue Ling stared for a moment before clicking her tongue.
"Tch tch…"
Then she suddenly laughed.
"Why am I so beautiful?"
The system remained silent.
She leaned closer to the mirror and examined her face from different angles.
"Perfect nose."
"Clear skin."
"And these eyes…"
She shook her head.
"This body really won the genetic lottery."
The system finally spoke.
"Host is being narcissistic again."
"Of course," Yue Ling replied shamelessly. "If someone looks this good, they should appreciate it."
Then she touched her pale wrist.
But her expression softened slightly.
"This body is too weak though."
"The original owner really suffered."
She looked at her reflection quietly for a moment.
Then she spoke softly.
"Don't worry."
"I'll live better than you did."
"I'll control my own fate."
As she said that, her posture straightened slightly.
The etiquette knowledge she had received earlier naturally affected her movements.
Her gestures looked elegant and refined.
Yet her lazy personality still remained.
The result was a strange but charming noble aura.
At that moment a servant passing outside the room noticed her.
The maid paused and whispered to another servant.
"Did you see the young miss just now?"
"Yes…"
"She seems a little different today."
"Her aura feels… strange."
Inside the room, Yue Ling stretched again.
"I'm bored."
Then suddenly the system spoke.
"Host."
"What?"
"I believe you have forgotten something."
Yue Ling frowned.
"What now?"
"You have been sleeping for three entire days."
Yue Ling froze.
"…What?"
She turned around quickly.
"What did you just say?"
"Host has slept for three days."
Her eyes widened.
"Three days?!"
"What the hell happened?!"
The system explained calmly.
"It is because of the virtual learning space."
"Although time flows differently inside the virtual room, host spent approximately three hundred hours studying there."
Yue Ling stared blankly.
"Three hundred hours…"
"That's more than ten days!"
"Correction," the system said calmly. "It equals twelve and a half days."
Yue Ling grabbed her head.
"No wonder my brain felt like exploding!"
The system continued.
"From the outside world's perspective, however, only three days passed."
Yue Ling sighed in relief.
"Good…"
"I thought I lost a month of my life."
The system added,
"The time difference will vary depending on system level and host improvement."
"In the future, the time efficiency may become greater."
Yue Ling waved her hand.
"Whatever."
Then she looked out the window.
The skyline of City A stretched across the horizon, filled with towering buildings and shining glass towers.
"So tomorrow I go back to school…"
She leaned against the window frame.
"That elite academy full of rich kids."
The system asked,
"Host is worried?"
"Of course not," Yue Ling replied lazily.
"I'm just curious."
"Curious about what?"
She smiled faintly.
"What kind of trouble is waiting for me there."
Then she turned around with a relaxed expression.
"Anyway…"
"Let's see what this City A First International Academy is really like."
Her eyes sparkled slightly with interest.
After all—
Tomorrow would be the first day of her new life as Shen Yue Ling at the most elite school in the city.
When Yue Ling comes to the downstair, the evening was already quiet.
She walked inside calmly and went straight to the living room before sitting down on the large sofa.
The mansion was silent as usual.
Servants moved quietly around the hall, maintaining the elegant atmosphere of the Shen residence.
A moment later, hurried footsteps echoed from the corridor.
"Miss!"
Madam Lin quickly approached her.
She was the main housekeeper of the Shen family, a strict and capable woman who had served the family for many years. The entire household staff respected her authority.
Although Madam Lin always appeared serious, she had always treated the original Yue Ling with warmth and care.
Right now, her face was filled with worry.
"Miss, what happened to you?"
"Why didn't you come out for three days?"
"We were all very worried."
Yue Ling leaned back slightly on the sofa, looking calm.
"It's nothing really."
"I'm fine."
"I was just in a bad mood, so I stayed in my room to clear my mind."
Madam Lin looked at her carefully, still concerned.
"Miss…"
She hesitated for a moment before speaking again.
"Even though you may not be the biological daughter of the Shen family…"
"…Sir and Madam will never treat you badly."
"So please don't feel sad."
Her voice was gentle but sincere.
The servants nearby also secretly glanced toward Yue Ling, curious about her reaction.
Everyone in the mansion had heard whispers about it.
But Yue Ling only smiled faintly.
"It's okay."
"I understand."
Her tone was calm, almost indifferent.
Madam Lin looked slightly surprised.
Normally, she expected the young miss to feel hurt or upset after hearing such news.
But today…
Yue Ling seemed unusually composed.
Almost too calm.
Yue Ling noticed Madam Lin's gaze but didn't explain anything.
Instead, she lazily rested her head against the sofa.
Meanwhile, Madam Lin still looked worried.
"Miss…"
"If you feel uncomfortable, you can talk to me."
"You don't have to face everything alone."
Yue Ling glanced at her briefly.
Then she smiled lightly.
"Don't worry."
"I'm stronger than you think