0125 - Food or Power.
[Trust me, I understand your concerns,] the System responded, its tone soothing. [However, this method will not just sustain you; it will enhance your body and mind in ways that normal food cannot.]
"No, I don't want to do it," Lu Sheng said defiantly like a feral starving animal fighting for his food.
[Fine, then what would you say to the Clan Patriarch when he asks about it?] the System queried, its voice calm yet challenging.
"I…I would…I would tell him the TRUTH! YES! I would tell him I can't stay away from the food," Lu Sheng stammered, his knees shaking as he imagined the confrontation with the Clan Patriarch. His voice quivered with fear and uncertainty.
[Do you really think that's a good idea?] the System asked, its tone skeptical.
"Yes! I mean, I don't care! I'm not going to starve myself just for some cultivation method," Lu Sheng retorted loudly, "I'll just have to explain it to him. Maybe he'll understand."