As Lu Meirong found herself helpless in a web of virtual scrutiny, her mind was of conflicting thoughts. The barrage of comments, hostility of unrelated people, swirled around her like a digital storm. She grappled with how to respond, feeling the weight of public opinion pressing down on her.
Meanwhile, in stark contrast to Lu Meirong's turmoil, Lijuan reveled in unexpected delight. Her heart danced with joy, not stirred by the online commotion or yesterday's events, but by the unexpected gift from Ivy.
Lijuan just woke up from her sleep and the moment she was completely awake she heard Ivy's voice,
"Host, I'm speechless," Ivy said, her digital voice betraying her astonishment. "You've completed your new mission... before I even had the chance to issue it."
