How to Capture Chu Lian's 108 Guidelines

In the early hours of the morning, a video was quietly uploaded to Niconico. No one knew at that moment the impact it would have or how it would take the entire Japanese internet by storm the next day. However, everyone would remember this day, this moment, when the girl named Chu Lian arrived in Japan and brought with her a flawless song that drove them all mad with passion.

"Sister, it's your first time going abroad—aren't you nervous?" Chu Chu leaned closer to Chu Lian, lightly brushing her arm as she spoke.

Chu Lian, who had been resting her chin while gazing out the window past Inori, brought her thoughts back and looked at Chu Chu, puzzled by what she was trying to say.

"Don't you want to hold your little sister and enjoy the feeling of home?" Chu Chu gave a shy smile, tugging on Chu Lian's arm and pointing to herself.

Hearing this, Chu Lian turned her head back, gave her a sidelong glance, and whispered, "If you want to be spoiled, just say so. Why use such an excuse? Even though it's my first time abroad, I don't feel anything. After all, the world is so small—you can travel anywhere in less than a day. What's there to be nervous about?"

Chu Chu was taken aback by Chu Lian's response, tugging at her sleeve repeatedly but to no avail. She could only sigh dramatically, "Sister, you don't give me any chances. How am I supposed to win you over like this? You haven't even seen the fan group— they've already written '108 Strategies to Capture Chu Lian.' I was just trying one out, but it didn't work at all. Ugh, useless."

"'108 Strategies to Capture Chu Lian'? What the heck is that? Why does it sound like something sketchy? You'd better explain!" Chu Lian's hair nearly stood on end when she heard the title. She gripped Chu Chu's wrist and asked in a low but stern voice.

"Ow, ow, ow! sister, let go! I'll tell you everything! I didn't make it up; I'm just telling you it exists. The details have nothing to do with me, so please don't be mad at me!" Chu Chu grimaced in pain, her eyes welling up with tears as she pleaded softly.

"I'm sorry, I got carried away." The title had reminded her of something from her previous life, making her overly sensitive. Realizing she'd almost bruised Chu Chu's wrist, she felt a pang of guilt.

Taking Chu Chu's hand, Chu Lian awkwardly channeled her internal energy into it, circulating it a few times until the bruising faded. Only then did she release her hand.

"It's nothing. Enduring a little pain to be cared for so gently by sister—it's worth it," Chu Chu murmured, her face filled with bliss as she inhaled Chu Lian's faint fragrance.

"You… Seriously, haven't you had enough of this after all these years? I don't even want this scent—it attracts butterflies in the spring. It's so annoying," Chu Lian sighed, flicking Chu Chu's forehead before pushing her away slightly.

"I'll never have enough! I want to smell it for a lifetime. As long as you're by my side, sister, I'll keep smelling it. And even if you're not around, I'll still have your clothes to sniff—they hold the scent until they're washed…" Chu Chu's words trailed off as she turned to face Chu Lian's warm smile. Her neck stiffened, and all she could do was let out a nervous laugh.

"I always wondered why my undergarments—small tops, panties, thigh-highs, even nightgowns—would go missing. I thought the wind blew them away or something. But it turns out I have a little thief at home. So, Chu Chu, what should your punishment be?" Chu Lian's voice was as sweet as honey, but her gaze was sharp as she leaned in closer, smiling as she spoke.

"As long as it's not a punishment that keeps me away from you, sister, you can do whatever you want. I'll atone for my sins for the rest of my life. Just please don't be angry with me anymore. I swear I'll never take your things, especially your undergarments, without asking again!"

Chu Chu's tears were on the verge of spilling out. She knew that getting caught doing something like this could be a huge problem, and Chu Lian's expression made that very clear.

"Alright, your punishment is to protect Xiuer during this trip. Of course, you'll need to protect yourself too. Don't wander off when I'm not around, and don't talk to strangers. When I'm with you, stay within three meters of me. Can you do that?" To Chu Chu's surprise, the punishment didn't feel like one at all; it was more of a warning—a warning for her and Li Xiuer's safety.

Looking into Chu Lian's serious eyes, Chu Chu realized that her sister was genuinely worried about their safety. She wasn't trying to scare her; she just didn't want them to worry, so she was taking it all on herself.

Maybe it wasn't just her—Inori probably knew too but kept quiet because Chu Lian hadn't mentioned it.

Thinking about this, Chu Chu suddenly understood. This wasn't just a simple matter. Linking it to the preparations Chu Lian had made since the start of the school trip, Chu Chu realized that her sister must be preparing for something serious. Perhaps a formidable enemy, so powerful that even Chu Lian couldn't guarantee victory, was lurking in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to strike.

Gripping Chu Lian's hand, Chu Chu looked at her with wide, anxious eyes. Seeing this, Chu Lian smiled gently and said, "Don't worry. With all the preparations I've made and Inori's help, we should be able to get through this. You only need to take care of yourself. Inori and I can protect ourselves, but we can only react in time if you stay within three meters of us. Got it?"

Chu Chu glanced at the sleeping Li Xiuer and the other girls across the aisle. Then, she looked at Inori, who was staring out the window, lost in thought. She nodded firmly. "Don't worry, sister. I'll protect myself."

Seeing the determination in her eyes, Chu Lian smiled, then closed her eyes and rested her head on Inori's shoulder, drifting into sleep. It would take four hours to fly from Tai'an to Japan, so she needed to rest and gather her energy for tomorrow's challenges.

As Chu Lian slept, Chu Chu felt a deep longing for power. If she were strong enough to fend off any enemy, her sister wouldn't have to exhaust herself with endless preparations and calculations.

Clenching her fists, Chu Chu stared at the plane's ceiling, her thoughts drifting. She remembered her mother's words when her powers awakened, the mission of the Chu family, and Chu Lian's destiny.

"Sister, I will become the person you rely on most. I won't let anyone else give you that sense of security—I'll be the one. I promise… Mom, I'm sorry, but I have to break these chains. Even if it's dangerous, it's better than watching sister take all the risks…"

As these thoughts filled her mind, she slowly drifted off to sleep, a hint of stubbornness still lingering on her lips.

Unbeknownst to them, Li Xiuer, due to her unique constitution, could easily pick up on the things she wanted to know even in her sleep. So she heard everything Chu Chu and Chu Lian had said, just like on that first night in Jiuzhaigou when their conversation had awakened her from her slumber. This time, a warm tear slid down her cheek as she dreamed, savoring the long-lost feeling of being cared for.

It would take four hours to fly from Tai'an to Tokyo, Japan. Meanwhile, Bird's Poem was uploaded to Niconico an hour before they boarded the plane.

Although it was early Friday morning and not many people were online, quite a few saw the video. The title, written in Chinese as "Bird's Poem," intrigued many Japanese fans of Chinese culture, prompting them to click on it.

When they saw the breathtakingly beautiful girls in the video, they were stunned. And when the prelude of Bird's Poem began to play, they were completely enchanted.

But the most captivating moment came when Chu Lian's voice rang out with the line, "消える飛行機雲,仆たちは見送った." Her ethereal voice, combined with the subtle harmony, transported them back to their childhood and youth, evoking memories of past stories.

In the video, Chu Lian was dressed in a snow-white dress, Chu Chu in a breeze-like green, Inori in a dreamy pink, and Li Xiuer in a water-like blue. Each was a rare beauty, but when they appeared together in the serene setting, no one could resist their charm.

Perhaps the song itself was incredibly beautiful, beautiful enough to break hearts. But what made it quickly go viral and sweep across the entire Japanese internet was this quiet video.

Clear waters, tranquil forests, a blue sky, and a plane leaving a long trail as it soared across the horizon.

A girl in a white dress adjusted her sun hat, looked up at the sky with a hint of melancholy, and softly sang.

The girl in the pink dress gazed at the girl in white with adoration and longing, humming along.

The girl in the blue dress stood in the water, her eyes misty as she stared at her reflection.

The girl in the green dress leaned against a tree with her hands behind her back, looking up through the treetops at something unseen.

This breathtaking scene, paired with a song that seemed to flow straight into the soul, was a sight of unparalleled beauty. Those who saw it were deeply moved, captivated, and driven to obsession.

And it wasn't just them. The video, uploaded simultaneously to Bilibili, caused an even greater sensation.

After all, Chu Lian's main fanbase was there. Even in the middle of the night, many were still awake. When they saw the video, whether they were fans of Chu Lian or indifferent to her, they all fell silent.

Then, they opened their social media, posting the video link with only one sentence: "Listen quietly, watch quietly, and you'll discover the most beautiful scene in the world."

Before they even arrived in Japan, the song and video had already spread far and wide, drawing countless admirers to them…