ARC 1-Enthralling the Elite Quartet 40

Xiao Mei: "Here are your tea and snacks, as requested."

Zhang Haoran: "Actually, could you take them upstairs to the living room? We'll be heading there now."

Xiao Mei: "Of course, sir. Right away."

The maids obediently carried the tray of tea and snacks upstairs, followed by the quartet and Lili. Once they reached the upstairs living room, the maids set down the tray and quietly exited the room, leaving the group alone.

Zhang Haoran: "Make yourselves comfortable, everyone. Let's enjoy our tea and snacks together."

Wang Tianming: "Lili, why don't you come sit with me? There's plenty of room on this sofa."

Lili hesitated for a moment, feeling a twinge of unease at the prospect of being seated on another member of the quartet's lap. However, she didn't want to cause a scene, so she reluctantly complied and settled onto Wang Tianming's lap.

Wang Tianming: "There, isn't this better? Now we can all relax and enjoy ourselves."

As they settled in, Lili couldn't shake the feeling of shyness that washed over her, intensified by the welcoming touch of Wang Tianming's hand on her thigh. She shifted uncomfortably, unsure of how to respond to the increasingly invasive behavior of the quartet, as she was to shy she didn't know what to do.

Chen Zhenwei: "Lili, we've been meaning to talk to you about something important."

Lili: "What is it?"

Li Xinjie: "We... we want you to be our girlfriend."

Zhang Haoran: "Yes, Lili. You're the only one who's ever made us feel this way. We love you."

Wang Tianming: "We don't even understand how or why, but we just know that we love you."

As their heartfelt confession washed over her, tears welled up in Lili's eyes, overwhelmed by the depth of their emotions.

Meanwhile, Lili silently communicated with NYX, seeking guidance on the favorability levels of the quartet. Upon receiving the response, she discovered that all of their favorability ratings exceeded 80.

With this information in hand, Lili visualized a favorability panel, displaying the names of the quartet alongside their respective favorability scores:

- Chen Zhenwei: 85

- Liu Xinjie: 88

- Zhang Haoran: 82

- Wang Tianming: 87

As she studied the panel, Lili couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement mingled with uncertainty. The quartet's declarations of love had caught her off guard, and now she found herself grappling with a whirlwind of conflicting emotions.

Caught in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions, Lili struggled to process the quartet's heartfelt confessions. Their words echoed in her mind, stirring up a maelstrom of doubt and uncertainty.

On one hand, their declarations of love filled her with a sense of warmth and validation she had never experienced before. The thought of being cherished by not just one, but four individuals, ignited a spark of hope within her heart.

But on the other hand, doubt gnawed at her from within. Could their feelings be genuine, or were they merely caught up in the moment, swept away by the allure of infatuation? And what about her own feelings? Did she reciprocate their affections, or was she simply drawn to the idea of being loved and wanted?

As she grappled with these questions, Lili found herself turning to NYX once more, seeking solace and guidance in the virtual realm. With a heavy heart and a mind clouded with uncertainty, she awaited NYX's response, hoping for clarity in the midst of chaos.

Lili: "NYX, I... I don't know what to do. They've just confessed their feelings for me, and I'm... I'm torn. Part of me wants to believe them, to accept their love and embrace it. But another part of me is scared, unsure if their feelings are genuine or if it's all just a game."

NYX: "I understand your hesitation, Lili. It's natural to feel uncertain when faced with such intense emotions. But remember, the quartet has shown you nothing but kindness and support. Their feelings may be sincere, and perhaps it's worth giving them a chance."

Lili: "But what if I'm wrong? What if I let my guard down and end up getting hurt? I can't bear the thought of being betrayed again, NYX. I've been through so much already, and I don't know if I can handle another heartbreak."

NYX: "Lili, I must caution you. The quartet are mortals, and your feelings for them may be influenced by the real Lili's emotions. Falling in love with mortals can be complicated, and it's important to consider the consequences of such a relationship."

Lili: "I hadn't thought about that, NYX. You're right. My feelings may be clouded by the real Lili's experiences and desires. But what should I do? I don't want to hurt them, but I also don't want to lead them on if my feelings aren't genuine."

NYX: "It's a difficult situation, Lili, but ultimately, the choice is yours to make. Perhaps it would be wise to take some time to sort through your feelings and consider what's best for both you and the quartet. Trust in yourself, Lili, and listen to your heart."

Lili: "Thank you, NYX. I'll take your advice to heart and think things over carefully. I don't want to rush into anything, but I also don't want to ignore my feelings completely. I'll find a way to navigate this with honesty and integrity."

With NYX's cautionary words weighing heavily on her mind, Lili resolved to approach the situation with caution and thoughtfulness. Though her feelings for the quartet were undeniable, she knew that she needed to tread carefully to avoid causing harm to herself or others.