Cannon Fodder in an Era Drama — I Survive with Acting-Chapter 72: Cooperation

’Host, why did you go back on your word—’

’When did I go back on my word?’

Faced with the system’s accusation, Song Qingya asked with a look of pure innocence.

’Didn’t we have an agreement? I give you five thousand points, and you continue the mission and don’t break up with the male lead!’

The system was practically shouting.

’That’s right. I’m not breaking up with Fei Jin.’

Her reply was as calm and composed as ever.

’Then why are you packing your bags?’

Watching the still-busy figure on the screen, the system truly couldn’t guess what she was doing.

The system pretty much crashed.

’Oh, you mean this?’

Finally done sorting the clothes beside her, Song Qingya pointed to a pale yellow blouse she was folding.

’I noticed the waists on my old clothes are a bit tight, so I’m getting them together to ask Sister-in-law Fang to alter them for me. What else? What did you think I was doing?’

’...’

The system was stunned into silence, at a complete loss for words after her explanation.p>Not only had Song Qingya gotten something for nothing, but she had also twisted the knife.

’Speaking of which, I really have to thank you, little system. You’re so generous! To think you transferred five thousand points to me all at once.’

’The doctor persona’s attributes are fantastic. They’re especially useful in this era where medical technology isn’t so developed... With this skill, I won’t have to fear any injuries in the future, and I can even help others. The ballerina’s attributes aren’t bad either, for an occasional dance... And the Female General’s attributes are pretty good too. I’ve gotten used to them...’

If the system had a body, it would have collapsed long ago.

’You tricked me? You tricked a kind, simple, and easily bullied little system like me! I never thought you could be so cruel to me. This is heartbreaking.’

’I didn’t say anything, did I? Weren’t you the one who offered me points the moment you saw me packing things up? I was just going with the flow. Why are you so worked up?’

’You... you...’

The system was too angry to speak.

’Host, I will not be replying to any of your messages for the next twenty-four hours! Thank you!!’

The system decided not to bicker with Song Qingya for the time being.

Song Qingya waved at it with a grin.

’Is that so? Well, I just remembered there’s something I need to talk to Fei Jin about.’

Hearing the system was going on strike, Song Qingya seemed perfectly calm.

’Don’t! I was just joking with you! I’m open 24/7. The host is welcome to chat with me anytime!!’

Seeing Song Qingya was planning to go find someone else for help, the system immediately changed its attitude, its tone becoming extremely gentle and friendly.

’Keep this attitude up.’

The corners of Song Qingya’s mouth lifted into a triumphant smile.

’...Okay.’

Although the system was a hundred percent unwilling, it had no choice but to swallow its anger for the sake of its goal to level up.

’This host has a terrible personality and loves to exploit me, but she’s undeniably capable and knows how to perform.’

The system knew full well that this host was far more outstanding than the previous ones in many respects.

’It’s only been a little over a month, and her relationship repair progress with the male lead has already surpassed forty percent.’

’A rate of progress like this had never been seen in any of the previous ninety-nine hosts!’

’Perhaps,’ the system mused, ’if I just endure it, there’s still hope of reaching my goal by following a host like her.’

The system planned to endure the humiliation for the greater good.

’It’s not shameful to ride Song Qingya’s coattails.’

’She’s my host, after all. Being able to latch on to someone powerful is a skill in itself.’

’The systems in the other "offices" don’t even have any coattails to ride!’

A sense of pride swelled within the system at this thought.

As it mulled things over, the system’s mood gradually calmed down.

It began to accept the idea of cooperating with this host, who seemed difficult to get along with but actually had a lot of potential.

Song Qingya’s lips curled into a smile as she watched the system alternate between having a meltdown and being wildly enthusiastic.

She discovered that at the very beginning, this system was as cold as an artificial intelligence.

But as they spent more time together, she gradually discovered that its personality was quite interesting.

If one were to calculate its age in human years...

Song Qingya guessed that her system was probably not even sixteen years old.

During this time, Song Qingya had gradually come to see this system as her younger brother.

However, the scene from that dream still lingered incessantly before her eyes.

Song Qingya turned lightly and stepped out of the room.

The sun blazed fiercely.

The young team members were drenched in sweat from training.

The sunlight was like fire, scorching and unbearable.

Sweat poured unceasingly from the team members.

Captain Xing stood to the side with his hands on his hips.

From time to time, he would shout, urging everyone to work harder.

Every now and then, when he saw a team member collapse from exhaustion, he would walk over and give them a light kick or two.

He shouted, "The aunties from the village could run circles around you lot!"

This goading tactic was indeed effective.

Many team members immediately scrambled up from the ground, yelling as they clenched their teeth and continued to run.

After all, who would want to be outdone by the village aunties!

Although the team members were exhausted, they still gritted their teeth and persisted, unwilling to give up easily.

Captain Xing watched the team members’ reactions and smiled smugly to himself.

He knew that this harsh and merciless training method was actually for the team members’ own good.

Otherwise, collapsing on the ground and not moving right after high-intensity physical training would not only lead to leg cramps but could also cause even greater physical harm.

This was a method Fei Jin had taught him back in the day.

At first, he had misunderstood Fei Jin for a long time because of it.

It wasn’t until he became a captain himself that he gradually understood Fei Jin’s tough but well-meaning intentions and decided to pass on this fine tradition.

He was deeply convinced that only this kind of training method could allow the team members to truly grow and become qualified soldiers.

Looking at the slender figure at the very front, Captain Xing shouted—

"Village Chief, you should take a break! You’ve been running for so long. Can your body handle it?"

"It’s fine. I’ll run with everyone until the end."

"This is way more than just one session! You ran with First Company during their training, and now that it’s Third Company’s turn, you’re still running with them."

Under normal circumstances, the team members could catch their breath after training.

But their village chief was running these sessions back-to-back, like a relay race.

And yet, the village chief actually had the ability to endure it.

He was truly worthy of his reputation—the man rumored to have carried a comrade for over ten kilometers while injured.

Fei Jin’s stamina was astounding.

Xing Yuandong watched Fei Jin’s back, his heart filled with admiration.

His wife’s usual words echoed in his mind.

"Look at the village chief. How is he anything like you, dragging your feet on everything?"

He wanted to prove his own strength through his actions.

The attempt didn’t last very long.

Probably less than twenty minutes.

He felt an unprecedented exhaustion, so tired he was about to collapse on the ground.

Keep in mind, at this moment, he wasn’t carrying any extra weight.

In contrast, Fei Jin was not only carrying a twenty-kilogram backpack but was also maintaining a steady pace.

"I can’t... Village Chief... I really can’t take it anymore."

Captain Xing gasped out the words, completely out of breath.

Hearing this, Fei Jin immediately stopped and took a bottle of mineral water from his pack, handing it to his red-faced colleague.