01: Mission First Gender Later

Finley blinked, looking at the long hair, perky chest and round butt in the mirror. He couldn't deny it any longer; this was his new reality.

It didn't matter if it was the strange situation of being inside a book or the bewildering experience of transmigration; he was now a different "Finley", a woman!

This version of Finley had parents who showered him with love, treating him like a little princess.

According to system's explanation, he was now part of a world with its unique set of challenges, created by various authors and their damn imagination.

His mission as the male lead's ex was clear: ensure the success of his counterattack, which meant sidelining the female lead and capturing the male lead's heart or sperm.

And the system's guidance for this was straightforward — he had to establish a deep connection.

"Fluid System, come on! This body is of a woman! How do you expect me to win over a man?"

Finley was exasperated. Despite occasionally feeling lonely, he had never experienced making love, and he had certainly never been involved in any explicit activities.

"Don't worry, host. There are many ways to build a strong emotional bond, like forming a close friendship, think of it as giving your buddy a blowjob.."

"Stop! I get it; quit with these uncomfortable thoughts!"

Finley used his slender fingers to rub his head. He decided to take things one step at a time and see how it would all unfold.

Since he had already committed to this mission, there was no turning back now. He gave himself a little mental shake.

In the novel, Finley was the ex-girlfriend of the male lead. Her parents did not approve of the male lead and so, Arthur, the male lead had taken her in.

Over time, Finley had developed a strong obsession over Arthur, causing disruptions in their lives.

As time went on, Arthur's patience with Finley had worn thin, and his feelings for female lead had grown stronger.

Finley couldn't help but resent this complicated plot. Lost in thought, he was jolted by knocks at the door.

He hurriedly rushed to the door, opening it before his this world parents could react.

With his character's memories ingrained in him, he knew that yesterday was supposed to be the day his parents had kicked the original Finley out.

"Art, is it you...? I thought you wouldn't come."

The individual who heard these words had a resolute face.

He looked down at Finley and embraced Finley tightly.

"Finley, it's me."

Finley gazed at the man before him. Sharp brows, a prominent nose, handsome face, and blue eyes—this was the male lead, Arthur.

"Art! I am so glad to see you!" Finley greeted him with a soft, affectionate smile, returning the embrace.

In his memories, Finley had seen Arthur over six months ago. Arthur spent most of his time at his campus in Harvard and seldom returned to Alabama.

"I did not want to trouble you but..mom and dad, they want me to marry my cousin! How could I leave you!"

"Finley, I should have been here for you."

Nicholas was usually a resolute man, but now he struggled to find words that wouldn't distress the frail woman in his arms.

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Finley carried a little woman's bag, his other hand holding onto Arthur's. The tall and sturdy Arthur, in contrast, had a big suitcase in his other hand.

Finley had been cherished since birth, so even though the parents kicked the original Finley out, they did not say anything when Finley took all the fancy clothes.

Arthur felt a pang of sadness for the girl who would leave her parents for him, he wanted to provide her with the best life.

"Hey, Arthur, looks like the girls chasing you will be heartbroken.." teased a student, Brian from the same batch as Arthur in the university.

"Get lost and quit talking nonsense," Arthur playfully scolded him.

"Hi, Brian!" Finley sweetly greeted Brian.

"Hello there, Finley. How are you doing?" Brian smiled and waved at Finley.

Looking at the innocent looking women before him, he couldn't help but understand why Arthur loved her.

He thought to himself that such girlfriends were indeed a luxury. If his own troublesome girlfriend could be half as nice as her, life would be much simpler.

"Finley, from now on, this will be your new home," Arthur said as he opened his personal dormitory room door and led Finley in.

"It's my and Art's home!" Finley corrected him, already thinking about how to finish this mission, get enough fluid and return to his previous male life!

Arthur's heart warmed. That's right, he wasn't living alone anymore. The house would now have another person, his girlfriend.

"As my lady wishes," Arthur smiled and lifted Finley up, planting a kiss on the Finley's lips.

"Alright, let's make sure your stay here is comfy."