At the same time, Jiang Chen became keenly aware of his System's intentions. It had zeroed in on the Soul Embodying Ring, offering Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning the illusion of a choice—one that seemed pivotal and profound. Yet, beneath the surface, Jiang Chen knew the truth: the outcome was never in doubt. It was just another step in the intricate path he had crafted, one that conformed to his will and desires.
Though the System's actions appeared to offer a genuine decision, a faint, knowing smile curved Jiang Chen's lips. 'If Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning had no favorable feelings toward me, things might have turned out differently,' he mused, the confident glint in his eyes growing sharper. 'But now...'
Within the Soul Embodying Ring, surrounded by the glow of the System's radiant white light, both Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning felt a deep sense of astonishment.
