Su Wanyan sat quietly in the van's back seat, the camera mounted nearby capturing every subtle shift of her expression. Up close, her skin looked flawless—smooth as polished jade, with a soft, natural glow that caught the passing sunlight. No pores, no imperfections, just that gentle radiance that made her seem almost unreal.
The barrage scrolled with a mix of awe and wistfulness.
[I'm going to miss this face so much after the show ends.....]
[Such a shame she never went into entertainment.]
[True, but think of all the babies she's saved instead. That's worth more.]
[Real. Respect.]
Su Wanyan barely noticed the comments, her focus turned inward. The inventory window hovered faintly in her vision, those six golden tickets gleaming invitingly.
What are these, anyway? Lottery tickets? Like in games?
Curiosity won, so she willed one to activate.
Then, a soft prompt appeared.
Yes, she thought firmly.
A large spinning wheel materialized in her view—elegant, ornate, sections blurring as it whirled to life. It slowed gradually, tension building, then stopped with a gentle chime. Golden light flared brightly, warm and dazzling, before fading to reveal the reward.
{Arms Sovereignty -
Provides perfect command over all weapons. Weight Understanding adjusts to balance, Motion Prediction reads opponents, Adaptive Grip ensures control, Impact Optimization maximizes efficiency, and Weapon Harmony allows fluid multi-weapon use. Weapons become extensions of the body. Works with anything that is seen as a weapon.}
Su Wanyan's eyes widened. This is completely overpowered. Anything I consider a weapon? Even a pen? I'll test it later.
She didn't hesitate. Spin again.
The wheel whirled once more, colors flashing past. It decelerated smoothly, another burst of golden light, and the next skill appeared.
{Flowing Steel -
Grants perfect synergy of body, mind, and combat instinct. Formless Strike adapts to opponents, Iron Mind Stance stabilizes balance, Echo of Movement predicts enemy intent, Pulse Strike delivers controlled power, and Guardian Flow protects allies. Movement becomes fluid, precise, and instinctively lethal.}
Another strong one. A quiet chill ran down her spine—all these combat skills felt ominous, like the world might demand them someday. But useful. Neither she nor the original owner had any martial training. This could literally save her life.
Excitement bubbled up now. Spin.
The wheel turned, slowed, and glowed.
{Culinary Alchemy -
Grants instinctive command over ingredients, flavor, and timing. Flavor Harmonization balances taste, Thermal Precision perfects cooking, Ingredient Insight identifies freshness, Creative Infusion enhances meals magically or healthfully, and Presentation Mastery ensures visual and emotional appeal. Every dish nourishes body and soul.}
She smiled softly. Cooking had always been a small joy—comfort food on tired nights, simple but satisfying. This would turn average into extraordinary. Perfect for the show's meals, too.
One after another now, anticipation growing with each spin.
{Verdant Stewardship -
Instantly attunes the user to soil, crops, and livestock. Root Whisperer senses nutrients and weaknesses, Seasonal Foresight predicts weather and growth, Growth Harmonization maximizes plant potential, and Animal Rapport communicates subtly with livestock. The user becomes a living embodiment of agriculture, capable of cultivating life with precision and care.}
Her heart skipped. The show's later segments involved moving to a secluded village, farming their own food. This skill was tailor-made for it. Thank you, mistaken system.
Spin.
{Heart of Nurture -
Instantly senses and calms children's needs with Empathic Resonance, Soothing Presence, and Growth Guidance. Predictive Care anticipates accidents, and Memory of Comfort leaves lasting trust. The user functions as a perfect guardian, nurturing and protecting intuitively.}
Warmth spread through her chest. As a pediatrician, this felt personal, like a gift wrapped just for her. Calming scared kids, spotting risks before they happened.. it was everything she already tried to be, made effortless.
Last one. She wasn't expecting another jackpot; luck had already been ridiculously kind.
Spin.
The wheel turned, golden light flared one final time.
{Aesthetic Grace -
Harmonizes appearance, posture, and presence. Skin Radiance perfects glow, Postural Elegance aligns the body, Gaze Influence captivates attention, Aura Refinement projects charisma, and Movement Fluidity enhances gestures. Beauty becomes effortless, natural, and magnetic.}
She let out a quiet huff of amusement. Figures. The least practical of the bunch—pure beauty boost. I'm a doctor, not an idol. Still.. free is free.
The inventory window faded gently. She leaned back against the seat, a small, secret smile playing on her lips.
Just then, the van slowed and turned through tall gates. Trees parted to reveal a sprawling modern villa, sunlight glinting off wide windows and manicured gardens.
They had arrived.
The heart of the show. The start of the real plot.
Su Wanyan took a slow breath.
Here's to staying a perfect salted fish.