Chapter 65 Part 3

“Yeah, Shuang Ye’s right. The residents here look normal, but we still need to be extra careful. Don’t let their appearances fool…”

The short-haired girl in front spotted Yu Jingshan and Zhong Nian first. Her steps halted, her gaze locked firmly on Zhong Nian’s face. She forgot to finish her sentence, cursed under her breath, then turned to the others in what she thought was a low voice:

“See that? Someone like him is definitely trouble. Is that the face of a normal person? Gorgeous to an unreal degree. San Qiu, don’t do like last time and chase after anyone hot just because they’re good-looking. Listen to sis—we stay far away from him.”

Zhong Nian: “…”

Yu Jingshan burst out laughing with a “pfft,” covering his face and shaking with mirth.

Seeing that the trio realized they’d been overheard, they tried to shrink away and slip off, but Yu Jingshan called them back.

After exchanging identities, the tense atmosphere eased.

“So you’re players too…” The short-haired girl chuckled awkwardly. “Sorry, a bit of a misunderstanding from judging by appearances. Call me Jin Yi. This is my second brother Shuang Ye, and third sister San Qiu.”

The three siblings looked very alike—triplets—but had starkly different personalities.

The elder sister was straightforward and frank, the second brother reserved and steady, and the youngest sister very shy, always hiding behind her siblings.

“I heard you mention the Apartment Rules?” Yu Jingshan asked.

“Yeah, we saw it at the First Floor Elevator.”

Jin Yi and the Three Siblings led Zhong Nian and Yu Jingshan downstairs together.

In the elevator, Zhong Nian inadvertently noticed San Qiu, who was hiding, peeking at him. He blinked his eyes back at her.

The girl blushed and quickly hid behind her second brother again.

The second brother explained matter-of-factly: “Don’t mind her. My sister’s a face-connoisseur, likes good-looking people. She’s learned her lesson but can’t kick the habit.”

Zhong Nian: “Mm… It’s fine.”

“Ding—”

The elevator doors opened.

On the first floor, Zhong Nian first scanned the surroundings.

The apartment had only one entrance and exit, an iron gate that was locked, with someone in the Security Booth. Through the glass, only the security guard’s silhouette was visible, revealing a very burly build.

It seemed like dealing with the security guard would allow breaking out the gate…

But as a B-level dungeon, clearing it wouldn’t be that straightforward. Forcing one’s way through was too impulsive and stupid, easily triggering taboos.

Better to figure out the rules first.

Zhong Nian turned to look at the A4 paper by the elevator.

【Happiness Apartment Rules】

1. For everyone’s safety, only those with an Access Pass may enter or exit the apartment gate.

2. From midnight to 5 a.m., do not linger outside or make noise.

3. Please maintain the apartment’s public facilities and hygiene. Any damage found will result in consequences borne by the offender!

4. If you need help, go to 3001 on the top floor to find the administrator.

5. Do not meddle in other residents’ family affairs, to avoid quarrels that disrupt apartment harmony.

6. The premise of building a beautiful home is maintaining the “little family.” Please uphold family relationships, fulfill your family duties, and make sure to deepen bonds with family members!

7. Prohibited… rooftop… otherwise…

The posted paper had been torn by someone, leaving only half, with content missing.

From the game’s background intro, this set of rules was crucial. The missing part clearly needed players to explore themselves.

“The first few points seem normal… except the sixth one’s weird. Why meddle in others’ homes?” Jin Yi muttered.

Yu Jingshan said: “Don’t forget the special reminder under our task.”

Jin Yi realized: “Oh! ‘Remember your identities’ means players must stick to the roles assigned in the game?”

“Most likely.”

Assigning player personas was common in horror games, making them harder with restricted actions.

Jin Yi said: “We three siblings were assigned to a couple’s family as their kids. Doesn’t seem too hard—just be filial, right? What about you two?”

Yu Jingshan: “My room has just one elderly person—my maternal grandmother.”

“An old lady… Might take some care… Zhong Nian, you?”

Zhong Nian snapped back, shifting his attention from the rules. He turned and said: “I…”

Before he could answer, he saw a tall, upright figure enter through the gate.

The man wore a black trench coat, exuding a cold, aloof aura. His sharp, handsome features were softened by the bouquet of Manta Roses in his hands.

He walked straight toward the elevator, his gaze fixed unerringly on Zhong Nian.

As he drew near, the man’s straight lips curved into a gentle arc: “Why did you come downstairs?”

Zhong Nian instinctively looked at the others. Jin Yi and the Three Siblings shook their heads vigorously at him. Yu Jingshan didn’t seem to know the man either and even shifted to block in front of him as the man approached.

The man merely glanced indifferently at Yu Jingshan, paying him no mind, and focused solely on Zhong Nian, offering the bouquet.

Zhong Nian was dazed as a wave of fragrance hit his nose, flowers filling his arms.

Looking up, the man’s eyes held a tender, water-like smile as he softly asked: “Did Little Nian come here on purpose to wait for Husband to come home?”