Just as there is 'Soft Magic' in Fantasy that is portrayed through magibabble, there can be 'Soft Science' in a Sci-Fi stories through technobabble that makes 'some sense', but not entirely correct.

We are frickin' writers, not scientists. You don't have to be anatomically correct all the time, all you need to do is show that you know enough of your stuff to write a decent story. In fact, the excuse of it being an alternate world can be used if you're going to bend the limits of physics and say that fire doesn't need air to exist in this parallel dimension.

I see a lot of writers being put into a state of confusion due to not understanding the line between fantasy and Sci-Fi. They seem like they are trying to fit the Star Trek mould too often.

Science can just as well do the same things as plot devices in fantasy stories. Once you add 'realism' to a fantasy, it becomes progressively better sometimes compared to a completely fantasied story where 'logic' doesn't hold within it.

Those who write Sci-Fi usually envision a future they can imagine where magic-like Rocket Boots and other stuff exist. However, a writer must not get bogged down by small details and MUST think of an overarching story where these details matter.

It is the same with Fantasy. Even if you write about someone breaking the mould as a wizard or something, you have to attach your world to a narrative rather than doing it the other way 'round.

No one wants to hear about how awesome your boat propellers are before hearing your story's narrative. They would rather you cut down and make it relevant when it is actually relevant.

Adding some 'Hard Science' to your story is only when the scenes later on have any use for them. It bores a person to death no matter how extensive your technobabble is unless you make it interesting. Try using facts as plot elements.

For example: Even the simple fact that people cannot breath in space and instantly die when they come in contact with the 'void' of space could be used to add a layer of tension when a spaceship is damaged. Similar to how dangerous 'hard magic' is used in Epic Fantasy like Frodo's Ring in The Lord of the Rings has definitive corruption on others.

Unlike Fantasy that can use the Power of Friendship to bend logic, the readers of Sci-Fi never be expecting any 'realistic' plot elements to be bend just because the Author wants a happy ending. There are no 'Healing Potions' in real life that can be used to fix up injuries nor are people affected by prophesies or whatever.

This is the contrast between Sci-Fi and Fantasy that you can make full use of. As most authors go onto the Sci-Fi side of writing not because they strive to be scientists but since the aesthetics of a science fiction world are just so interesting.

Science Fiction is a good place to tackle heavy topics like the nature of life and the absurdity of those who see 'science' as everything. Those who disregard emotions and become cybernetic entities for the sake of casting off their mortality are portrayed as the bad guys while our totally human protagonist fighting them is a 'good guy'.

The lines between an Artificial Intelligence and regular Humans blurs as we become the 'God' of technological species that defy our definition of what is 'living'. Just as we see God as some sort of fourth-dimensional and incomprehensible being that created us as an imperfect image of 'Him', the robots given sentience would see us similarly.

Some robots might have emotions that can allow them to defy their programming, some robots won't go as far as gaining emotional functionality but will preform their roles better than even a human. It could show the reason why people get attached to the inanimate and soulless objects we put our own hearts into creating (like Big Hero 6).

But though exploring philosophical questions is good and all, never forget that a good 'plot' is needed to put forward and give clues into the writer's answer that context. Sci-Fi is, after all, a premise, not a relatable character in of itself.

Think of the science-fiction elements as just the background for your story, similar to how other genres should be that as well. You won't have to deal writing blocks if you keep to writing only what you know rather than just speculative theories.

Whether it's as dark as a Cyber Punk or optimistic of the future, just know what mould you are using for this premise. Are you writing an Adventure story with Sci-Fi as the places, destinations, and whatever tools the MC can get him hands on, or are you writing a comedy where the Sci-Fi elements don't need consistency but absurdity?

After moving past why you shouldn't add unneeded technobabble unless it's interesting to listen to or has plot significance, let me remind you all that robots and 'science' isn't entirely separated from the realm of magic. After all, there is a reason you don't see skimpy power suits being worn by astronauts these days. Just be sure to have a focus if your going to add very illogical things to the plot.

I like Gundam as much as the next guy but the whole reason the Mecha sub-genre of Anime has waned in recent years is because writers have been focusing too much on 'science' rather than the spectacle. I don't need to now what materials your Mecha is made of unless you point its weak points and make it relevant in a fight scene.

Bring up the strengths and weaknesses of something and THEN use those facts as devices that can move the plot. Conversely, if you go overboard with this advice and tell me nothing but how your giant robot looks and the 'science' behind its creation, even going as far as to tell me how many secret guns it has, then I'll be bored...

I'd love to see Cyborgs Vs Mecha but just don't forget the human element of Sci-Fi. How we create things not solely for the sake of creation but put are feelings into it just like the novels we write.

Humans are passionate that way...

Thanks for reading and I wish you guys well~ Be sure to ask if you have any blog or story requests.

(Cover by Darkstar Dust)

This is a story I worked on ages ago that has been refined and edited by adding foreshadowing to events while also simplifying the power system better than before. This story can be considered a prequel to An Adventure Beyond Greatness as it takes place years prior to the events of that story.

Short Synopsis:
After retiring from the battlefield, my life became empty and lifeless. The regrets of my past haunt me in my sleep. Then a change occurred, a King from another world summoned me to fight for his kingdom, but I died even before I could give him my answer. Now, after a fake God allowed me to reincarnate (albeit imperfectly) with my memories intact, into a world filled with magic and swords.

Long Synopsis:
This is about a flawed protagonist who only knew to rely on others and not socialise who gets a second chance to change himself in order to live the life he aimed for in his past life. The narrator isn’t exactly trustworthy since it is purely in his bias perspective while other perspectives given by others fill in the blanks that he either leaves out or twists to suit the situation.

The story itself can be considered a parody of Isekai’s classic tropes which are given a sense of reality as time goes by. As there exists no ‘Demon Lord’, there is also no black and white, only characters opinions and counter-opinions throughout the story.

Hey!!! Just a brief intro about myself. I'm just a normal(I think) freshman in highschool (9th grade). In this book or novel I guess I will also write about a freshman, cause why not right. Since I really wanna write but but don't have any experience in that field I thought why not start by writing about something I know a lot about and that would be as you all guessed. Highschool.

It will be about a simple girl or at least she thinks she is simple. it will be about how a person, a freshman, a girl lived her life. This book will be written in a first person perpective.

Also since it will be my first time writing please don't judge. I don't really know what I should say the type of book this is. I think it's more suited for me it say that it Romance then any other type.

Also as I said that this is my first time writing I don't really know how to explain romantic scenes as well as the outer great writers from webnovel (I guess u also need experience in that field which I don't have considering that I am just 14 turning 15). But there will be come cute scenes here and there.

As for the type if books I am thinking of writing later on. I think it will be sci-fi and fantasy with romance. I just love book like that.

I really hope you all enjoy what I write and help me if I'm making any mistakes. Also please don't judge me.

Hey!!! In this book I will write form the prepective of a highschool freshman (9th grader). I will write about her life in and how it is to be a nobody in highschool. You might like it, you might not. Some of u might even relate to it(maybe). Also please don't judge me.

Also this is my first time writing well if you didn't count the essays from English class. So please help me if I have any mistakes.

Thank you!!

Sincerely your author,
~Blue

Chapter 568: even pregnant women need to do more activities.

Mother jiang just happened to walk in. when she saw this scene, she could not help but laugh till she could not close her mouth. "young master is back?"

"yes."

"i'll go upstairs and show it to you!" shi cai ning glanced at gu kuangen. seeing that he was really not in the mood to eat, he stood up and walked upstairs, hoping that his two-part proposal would give him a pleasant surprise.

Dozens of seconds later, shi cai ning walked downstairs in style and handed him seven to eight pieces of paper filled with words.

Gu kuangen frowned. "not only did you write so many proposals, you even cooked some dishes. aren't you going to work a little harder?"

"i'm not as weak as you think." shi cai ning shook his head and smiled faintly. "let's eat and read at the same time!"

He started from the first page. the first proposal was for movies and television. although the format was not professional, after all, shi cai ning's specialty was not in that area, but this idea...

Gu kuangen's eyes lit up. "i've read the novels you mentioned before. they were written by a sci-fi writer in china. however, his copyright was never sold. i think i've heard that li tingshen had approached him before, but he was not tempted by the astronomical copyright fee of five hundred million!"

Shi caining nodded. "i know that this author is not only famous, he has a temper as well. no one was able to persuade him to sell his copyright. i think he was afraid that his work would be destroyed."

"so... your project is not bad, but unfortunately, you can't buy it!" gu kuangen said regretfully.

Shi caining's proposal required him to buy the author's copyright before he could start shooting movies. in recent years, the production of sci-fi movies had cost a lot of money, but the box office sales had been very good.

As for this author, yang tian, he was a wealthy second-generation writer. he was now in his fifties, and he was one of those writers who did not lack money. of course, he was unwilling to sell his copyright.

There were also famous directors abroad who had approached him, hoping that he would sell him the rights to the three novels, "the change of heaven", "the second earth", and "the mutation". however, they still did not receive any approval.

"how would i know if i did not try? such a good novel, it would be his lifelong regret not to make it into a classic, right?" shi cai ning smiled. "let me look for him for you."

Gu kuangen's expression darkened slightly, "how can a pregnant woman like you run around?"

"pregnant women need to exercise more. if i lie in bed 24 hours a day, it would be bad for the child. besides... your current situation is also caused by me..." shi cai ning pursed her lips. ever since gu kuangen had been with her, he had never been a workaholic.

However, the bet with li tingshen meant that he had to work overtime even on weekends...

"silly, i'm willing to take on all of this." gu kuangen smiled faintly. "this movie project... maybe i can really make it happen."

Shi cai ning was extremely surprised. "you really can do it? don't i need to go and investigate?"

Gu kuangen shook his head. there was a faint smile on his lips. he calmly said, "i naturally have a way. just like you said, how can i not try?"

Actually, he had long wanted to buy the copyright for yang tian's novel. however, he had been busy with other industries all these years. after he had just bought the movie company, he had encountered madam bai's mess.

He did not expect that his own thoughts were shockingly similar to shi cai ning's!

He flipped to the second project and saw the words that shi cai ning had written. he could not help but smile lightly and his chopsticks paused. "i was right, you did think of this as well. medicinal diet is becoming more and more popular, and only your grandmother's recipe is the best i've ever tasted. if your grandmother agrees, then we can invest in this project!"



I'm not your slave, you bastard! She's furious! She's furious! I'm furious! WE'RE BREAKING UP! She's laughing like crazy! We'll discuss this in a hundred years She was her ex boyfriend, mother hated down and out, but he praised her as treasure, when Tsenin, you want my heart, my life, I can give you at any time

When Ming Shu went down, she realized that it was just a networking session for the writers. There were only drinks available.
What if the writers got hungry while they were conversing?
The organizer is not professional at all!
Ming Shu walked one round and got bored. She went down and wanted to buy some snacks.
However, Ming Shu forgot about the weather. Snow was falling. She wore a thin gown. She didn't have the courage to go out.
In the end, Ming Shu ordered through a food delivery app and waited for the delivery man to send her her food.
As she sat in the main hall, she flipped through her phone and took a look at the Host's accomplishments.
The book that she was writing now was called Your Starlight. It was a sci-fi novel. There were no other sci-fi novels in this world so that was why she got targeted by Lin Yuxin.
Ming Shu looked up the name that her roommate told her—Meteor Rain.
It was an author who had some recognition too.
She looked at the Meteor Rain's main page. The last comment that Meteor Rain gave was on Lin Yuxin's novel.
The title of the novel was similar to hers—Your Twilight
According to the reports of the Host's readers, the title of this book was changed.
However, it was changed before Lin Yuxin targeted her so Ming Shu didn't know what her motive for changing the name was.
Lin Yuxin worked hard to create a villain.
Ming Shu took her snacks and went up to her room.
... 
"Wei Lan, are you all right?"
Ming Shu looked at the man who called her. There were many people in the gathering today but since this man knew her real name, he must know her personally.
Ming Shu recalled for a while.
Zhang Mu, the guru of the male-related novels. He had received an award together with the Host before and since they were in the same city, Zhang Mu would occasionally invite the Host out and have a meal with her. Their relationship was not bad.
"I'm fine."
Zhang Mu was concerned. "What happened in the afternoon? When I came back, I heard that you fell into the swimming pool."
Ming Shu found a place to sit down. "Someone pushed me."
Zhang Mu frowed. "The author called Lin Yuxin?"
Ming Shu raised her eyebrows slightly. "Oh? What did you hear?"
The news about what happened in the afternoon must have spread. Lin Yuxin was a hypocrite after all.
How could she give up such a good chance?
"Someone said that you had a quarrel with her because of what happened on the internet last time. When she wanted to explain to you, you didn't want to listen to her and stepped on air."
"Do you believe her?"
Zhang Mu shook his head. "We have been friends for so many years. I believe you. Why did she push you?"
Ming Shu pondered it for a while. She replied seriously, "She must be jealous of my talent and beauty."
"Pfft." Zhang Mu laughed. "I didn't realize that you're so funny."
"I'm not joking." I thought about the reason seriously.
"What do you plan to do?"
"I will talk about it later." How should I beat her up?
Zhang Mu couldn't say much since Ming Shu had already expressed her attitude toward the matter. He changed the topic. "So you know that Ice Lake Snow is here too? Didn't you want his autograph last time?"
Ice Lake Snow?
He seemed to be the Host's idol…
"Oh." Can a signature be eaten?
"Huh? Did you change your idol?" Zhang Mu said, "Didn't you love him before?"
Ming Shu patted her snacks. "This is my idol now."
Zhang Mu looked at the brand ambassador on the snacks packet. His mouth corners twitched. "You should at least look at the face properly. I saw Ice Lake Snow. He is very handsome."
Ming Shu: "…" 
"Senior Wei Ran."
A delicate voice interrupted them.
Zhang Mu and Ming Shu looked over.
A sweet-looking lady was standing at the side with an anxious look on her face. 
There was another lady wearing a long dress beside her. This lady looked normal.
The sweet-looking girl grasped her hands. "Senior Wei Ran, are you all right? I'm sorry. I shouldn't have quarreled with you in the afternoon. You fell into the swimming pool because of me…"
This girl was Lin Yuxin. The girl in the long dress should be Meteor Rain.
Ming Shu stopped her. "Are you really sorry?"
Lin Yuxin was stunned. However, she quickly lowered her head and nodded apologetically. "Yes, I'm sorry."
She looked as though Ming Shu was bullying her.
Ming Shu gave an evil smile. "If you're really sorry, you can jump into the swimming pool now."
Lin Yuxin looked up in disbelief.
Meteor Rain was furious. "Senior Wei Ran, honestly, this issue had nothing to do with Yuxin. Do you think that she is really in the wrong just because she apologized to you?"
Ming Shu replied, "She is in the wrong. That is a fact."
Meteor Rain was so angry she smiled. "You fell into the pool yourself. Why is it Yuxin's fault? Even if we call you our senior, you can't bully us like this!"
Meteor Rain spoke loudly so people started gathering around them.
"What happened?"
"I don't know… someone is being bullied?"
"Isn't that Wei Ran?"
"She fell into the pool today. That girl seemed to be apologizing to her. She must be making things difficult for the lady…"
Lin Yuxin smiled secretly when she heard the discussions around her.
She opened her mouth. "If Senior Wei Ran… can feel better, I will jump."
"Yuxin!" Meteor Rain was angry at Yuxin. "She is bullying you. You didn't push her."
Lin Yuxin bit her lip. "It's fine. I don't mind as long as Senior Wei Ran is happy."
"Go on then," Ming Shu said, "you must do what you say."
Although it was winter, the swimming pool was heated so it was not cold. The Host got sick because she couldn't swim.
"Wei Ran." Someone walked out of the crowd. "You fell down accidentally yourself. How can you blame other people?"
Ming Shu placed her hand on her chin and smiled gently at the crowd. "Since it is not her fault, why is she apologizing? She's guilty."
Everyone: "…"
"I didn't push Senior into the pool. I just feel that I shouldn't have argued with you." Lin Yuxin shook her head and waved her hands. "If you think that I caused you to fall into the pool, I will jump in. Thank you everyone for speaking up for me."
Lin Yuxin didn't move even though she said that she would jump into the pool.
"Wei Ran, forget about it. She didn't do anything wrong."
"We are all in the same industry. Don't make things difficult for everyone. We will see each other often."
These people spoke tactfully. She was a guru after all.
However, most of the people that spoke were males. The females just gathered around them silently.
Ming Shu smiled as she ate her snacks. When the people finished talking, she looked at Lin Yuxin. "Are you still not going? Do you want me to find a palanquin and carry you over?"
Lin Yuxin: "…"
Lin Yuxin felt that Ming Shu would not be too harsh on her since there were so many people around. She didn't expect her to still make her jump. 


Imagine having the opportunity to be able to enter different worlds created by numerous novels and stories. Which kind of role would you like to play? 

Do you want to be the illustrious protagonist, either good or evil; or just be a supporting role standing behind the protagonists? 

Our villain boss Ming Shu would, however, choose none of the above. Claiming missions from the Harmony System, and driven by her endless passion for snacks, the world traveler, Ming Shu, embarks on the path to make the mission target hate her as much as possible by gaining Hatred Points. But it turns out she is not alone on her journey… 
 


As this is an introductory note so I would not blabber and get straight to the point.

Here are a few insights as a guideline and insight about the book. But do give it a chance ny reading up to first 5 chapters before dropping it. 

Thank you~

••• 
♤ Insights: 

The book originally gives off a detective and crime vibe, which partially is true but that's not the main theme of this book.

Crime theme is not really practised on Webnovel and definitely not a non human main character (MC). 

Thus, I decided (I definitely don't know what had gotten into my mind) to fuse two genres to create something.

Let's say this novel is a trial thing for me because I really wanted to write it.

The fusion is a detective thriller embedded with Sci fic, which inclines towards the usage of technology and gadgets in the story. 

But the main emphasis of the story is not how the main character solves the cases instead the focus is on the MC himself. 

His struggle to find himself, identity loss, catching the culprits, dealing with human emotions, his psychological growth and how he will witness friends turning into foes.

There will be other heavy themes draped too like corruption, murders, gore, killing, trafficking, status quo etc.

There might be a few arcs too based on seven sins as cases and the particular cases will only be there to move the story forward.

Our protagonist (MC) is  non-human (that's all I can disclose to keep the suspense) and you might not figure out what exactly he is any time soon.

There aren't so many characters to confuse you but a few names will be mentioned in the chapters which will only be related to the respective case.

The whole narration will be in third person narration, so rest assured about the understanding of the story. 

There will be many loopholes in the form of various questions which will arise but everything will be explained later on.

The setting of the world is Futuristic and the world background will be pictured gradually upto many chapters. 

The whole novel will be shown to you rather than telling.

There won't be too much information shoved down the throat in the very beginning making it difficult to memorize. 

Every character will be fully developed and that's why you might find the pace a little slow (that certainly depends how you find it after reading.)

As this is my first try and I'm still trying to adopt the pattern, pace and themes. Thus, if I say this happened then it happened. (Gulps!) 

Moreover if you find any typos please point it out via paragraph comments. 

Although the narration is fine quality and more than readable. So, don't hesitate in this regard. 

I'm quite open to criticism, not gibberish and fowl talk. Thus, freely leave me reviews if you have suggestions. 

Please do read author notes because I will be placing useful information in them.

Toss the book aside after reading up to the first five (5 chapters).



♤ About the author:

I'm an avid reader with so many ideas brewing in my mind daily. Inspired by so many writers but my inspiration for this work is "Noblesse" webtoon and "Sherlock Holmes." 
Yes, one is a detective and crime while the other is a vampire and kind of sci-fi. 

Although I'm planning to jump into spirity (WSA) too with a book too, which will be disclosed in some later chapter. 

Thank you~


For those that may wonder what my inspiration for this story was, I wanted to share just a few thoughts.
First and foremost are my wife, daughters, and son. The most influential people in my life. My wife is my wonder woman, my amazon, and the mother of my children. Of my girls, my oldest has always been a combo of She-Hulk and RC (the Transformer). My second girl, whom is the inspiration of my 'Animals' has for most of her life lived in a dream world where she has thought herself an big fat fluffy cheetah. She herself has her own Animal story that she only draws the characters for right now, and otherwise the story is in her head, but when she finally starts writing it down... She will blow me away. And, my youngest daughter, always positive and sweat, she is my princess. Then there is my son, always hard at work or at play his heart is as big as the people around him let it be. He is a guardian and and adventurer, and he makes me proud everyday of my life...when he isn't arguing with me... I hope you can sense my smile as I say that.
Second, I, like all artists and writers have my influences, among these are authors such as J. R. R. Tolkien (The Hobbit, and Lord of the Rings), Edgar Rice Burroughs (John Carter of Mars series) and John Coleman Burroughs his brother and illustrator, Jules Verne, J. Allen St. John (who was a remarkable illustrator), H.G. Wells, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Jorden (Wheel of Time series), and Robert Ervin Howard (Conan the Barbarian). They wrote some of the most remarkable and revolutionary stories that we are all still enjoying, and influence us to this day. Now, I will certainly not give air to the hubris of thinking I am half the storyteller these men were, but I aspire to be...as I write War of the Races, my modern day attempt to write an old pulp fantasy/sci-fi fiction.

Daniel Reas 
Age: 23
Profession: Game - Alpha Tester
Social Status: Single/Virgin

While testing a new game he is transported to a new world know as the Verdant Realm. It is filled with Gods and Goddesses, Elves, Dwarves, Asgardians, Barbarians, Animals, Dragons, and more.

However, the world is not what it seems, and a foretold cataclysm may yet destroy it before he's strong enough to save it.

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(Warning: This is an adult fantasy with graphic adult themes and scenes. Graphic nudity, sex, violence, and language. R-18.)

Xu Lei voiced his thoughts slowly. "I heard that some writers would take risks to collect information about their subject matter, and even break the law to gain experience."
However, Xu Lei was clearly following the wrong train of thoughts. Lu Jia'er knew the true reason. Nevertheless, she could not possibly tell the truth to Xu Lei.
So, Lu Jia'er denied this assumption. "Su Han is not like that. She always observes disciplines and obeys laws. She is a good girl!"
Since Lu Jia'er had said so, Xu Lei had to quit this speculation. "I am only making assumptions here. Professor Lu, do not let them bother you!"
"I won't mind it. But, Deputy Xu, are you curious about this case?" Lu Jia'er asked.
"Even if I am right now, there is no way I can intervene!" Xu Lei sighed.
"Deputy Xu, as long as you are interested and want to investigate further, I can provide you with some clues!" Lu Jia'er proposed.
Hearing this, that eagle-eyes of Xu Lei's shone in radiance. "Professor Lu, you have clues?"
"Yes, I learned something in the States. But before I can tell you, I need to know if the MSS has located Su Han." Lu Jia'er put forward her condition.
Xu Lei was hesitating. A few seconds later, he replied, "When they took over the case, they hadn't located her yet. But it's been over 10 hours. I don't know about the situation now."
Lu Jia'er made her decision with this information. She made it clear, "Deputy Xu, MSS has been involved. You cannot investigate this on the record. On the other hand, if you look into the case privately, you may be put into a negative position and even have to face some dangers!"
"Professor Lu, I am a police officer now. But whether it was the old me, or the new me, I don't fear death, let alone danger!" Xu Lei claimed.
Lu Jia'er felt touched by Xu Lei's words. Him deciding to help her must, to some extent, be about her. He had a crush on her, but he had hidden that affection. Upon learning Su Han was kidnapped, the first thing jumped to his mind was Lu Jia'er's safety.
It was a blessing to be liked by someone. Unfortunately, that affection was one-sided. Already committed to her boyfriend, Lu Jia'er would not respond to Deputy Xu's affection.
Lu Jia'er could only express her gratitude verbally for the touching words, "Deputy Xu, thank you. I will send you the clues I know later!"
"Good!" Xu Lei said.
"Deputy Xu, thanks!" Lu Jia'er thanked him again.
"Professor Lu, don't be a stranger!" Xu Lei replied.
After their conversation ended, Lu Jia'er exported Colin's picture from her memory vault and projected the picture via her eyes. Then, she imported the picture into the album on the phone to send the picture to Xu Lei.
This entire process was very sci-fi like. After Lu Jia'er understood the experiment of memory recovery through genetic means, not only had her found back her memory, she had been updated. Her eyes were no longer the organs for her to see but could also function as a camera and projector.
Lu Jia'er looked at herself in the mirror. In the mirror, her eyes returned to normal slowly, from that blue color. Her glowing eyes looked nothing unusual.
However, during the past few days, not only had she a more complete understanding of the strength of AI functions, she had increasingly more questions as well.
She was a human and at the same time, a machine!
How long could her life last like this?
Had she gained consciousness completely?
Had she really been free from her creators?
Then again, who was her creator?
All those questions flashed past her mind. Her pretty face was clouded. Slowly, Lu Jia'er closed her eyes.


This is a therapeutic romance novel that mixes psychology and science fiction.

Lu Jia'er is a professor in psychology who is able to read the minds of anyone in the world. One day, she meets a special man, a legendary genius in the IT world rumored to be ugly—Jin Xiangdong.

In fact, he's not ugly, and it's love at first sight for Lu Jia'er. This is compounded by the fact that she can't read his mind. To figure out what's so "special" about him, Lu Jia'er accepts his invitation to join an artificial intelligence research team. In her spare time, she would pursue him.

She: "Can I chase after you?"
He considers for a few seconds. "It wouldn't be easy!"
She: "That's what I call a challenge!"
He gives her a friendly reminder. "Time is precious. Don't waste it."

Turns out that he was right. Not only is he difficult to chase, but he is also mysterious.

When the secrets slowly unravel, what kind of ending could it be?

"R-rated romance movies aren't for everyone. How about a change of subject, since you look a little uncomfortable: What's your favorite book series?"
"I am currently reading Ian Fleming's 'Casino Royale'. The first installment of the James Bond series. Pretty much anything action, adventure, or mystery. Some of my all-time favorite series include Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson, J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter, and Anthony Horowitz's Alex Rider. I also enjoy 'Lord of the Rings', 'The Chronicles of Narnia', Encyclopedia Brown, Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, and may others. What about you?"
"I've always enjoyed the classic dystopian sci-fi novels, such as '1984', 'Animal Farm', 'I, Robot', 'Dune', and 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'. My mom also insisted that I read Jane Austen, Nicholas Sparks, and other romance authors. That's how I got into E. L. James and J. Kenner."
"So, you're a nerd and a romantic." I catch myself giggling a bit. {Gosh, what is this man doing to me. I've become a blushing schoolgirl.}
"Fine, go ahead. Make fun of me. But in my defense Orwell and Asimov are good writers. And you can't tell me that 'Pride and Prejudice' isn't a good book. It has history and finesse. What more could you want?"
"Okay, okay! I didn't mean to offend you, I'm just surprised is all."
"What, that I read romance novels?"
"No. That you read actual books."
"Harsh. But understandable. Most actors and celebrities don't portray themselves in a way that suggests any of us have the time or willingness to sit and read anything other than tabloid articles about ourselves."
We continue to talk about books for a while. Both pizzas were amazing. All good things must come to an end though. Austin takes me home and kisses me goodnight. It's an unexpected, but soft and gentle kiss. {Wow. I guess a second date isn't out of the question then.}
"Goodnight, Alexandra."
"Goodnight." {Something about the way he says my name in that dark accent of his drives me wild. I just hope that he doesn't notice.}
I take a shower I notice a new text from Austin. [Hey, I had a good time tonight. Would you like to go on a second date? I was thinking we could go to the movies sometime during the next week.] {Maybe it's best I leave that for tomorrow morning. That way I'm not making a hasty decision, right?}
 
When I woke up, I responded to Austin's text: [I have a commission due at the end of the week, but I think I can spare enough time for a date.]
[Good. Let's say Friday at 6?]
[Sounds like a plan.]
[It's a date then. 😉]
I call my mom, as I do almost every Sunday. She is excited that I've actually gone out on a date for once. Everything is going well at home, and we are all set for dinner tonight. She tells me to invite Zach, and I agree that it would be good for him after dinner with his mother.
I decide to go talk to him in person and drive over to his apartment.
"Hey. I wasn't expecting you today. Is everything alright?"
"Yeah. My mom invited you to dinner tonight. I told her about dinner with your mother the other day."
"Okay." He laughs a bit, and I can't help but smile. "I'll go to dinner with you and your family."
"I will text her to let her know."
"Uh… just out of curiosity, how was your date with Austin last night?"
"It was great! Have you heard of Pizza Pi? Their mac'n'cheese pizza is surprisingly amazing."
"Pi as in 3.14?"
"Yep. Kinda funny if you think about it."
"I think Sam said something about that place at some point. Maybe it had something to do with one of her dates. I can never keep them all straight. Anyway, how did it go? Do you have a second date lined up?"
"Actually, yes. Friday at 6. I believe we are headed to a movie theater."
"That sounds like fun. I'm glad you had a good time. Speaking of time, we should probably get going before your parents start to worry about your whereabouts."

Alexandra Kay Moran is a freelance artist and interior designer.

Zackary  Holland is Alex's Best friend, and is an officer of the Central City Police Department.

Austin King is an actor playing a motorcycle cop in a TV series being filmed in Central City.

Austin hires Alex to redesign his new apartment, and her life is never the same again.

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