[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-trapped-in-paradise":3,"chapter-trapped-in-paradise-trapped-in-paradise-chapter-98":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Trapped in Paradise",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1875373,2483,"Chapter 97","trapped-in-paradise-chapter-98",98,"\u003Cp>Ning Chu hadn't even left yet, and Wen Yang was already flirting with someone else! What would happen if she really left?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stared intently at Wen Yang but soon lowered her gaze in dismay. \"Never mind, do whatever you want,\" she murmured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Yang's words felt like they were intentionally designed to make her worry and stop her from leaving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But even if they were genuine, whatever happened next in the story would have nothing to do with her once she left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's not like Wen Yang could magically appear in her rented apartment in another city while she was in the middle of taking a bath, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I won’t drink tonight either; I have something to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Chu froze for a moment and turned toward Zhang Shaoqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This guy loved having a couple of beers with his barbecue. Yet tonight, he wasn't drinking?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing her questioning gaze, Zhang Shaoqing muttered gloomily, \"I need to settle things with Ling Ling.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Chu frowned, immediately thinking of the blond villain, and couldn't help but scold him. \"Are you crazy?! That was ages ago! Just find someone else!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've liked her for more than ten years. It's not that simple,\" Zhang replied, sighing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You—\" Ning Chu felt her chest tighten with frustration. Taking a deep breath to calm herself, she rolled her eyes. \"You're just trying to rile me up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She grabbed a chicken skewer and had barely taken a bite when Wang Jie chimed in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you're not drinking, then I will.\" Wang Jie opened the case of beer and grabbed a bottle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And what's your deal?\" Ning Chu asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I… I… I lost again in the game’s pity system. I’m not in a good mood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seriously? It was as if every single one of them had come prepared to play this guilt trip, trying to convince her to stay in the dorm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After previously meddling in their affairs and giving them a \"caring big sister\" image, these idiots really believed she was that type of person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She should never have said so much earlier, making it obvious she didn’t plan to return after leaving. Now, they were all working together to guilt her into staying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring them, Ning Chu focused on eating her barbecue, while the three guys exchanged looks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Shaoqing couldn’t hold back any longer. \"What the hell is your problem? You look like you’re leaving for good! Are you dropping out of college or what?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Yang tried to stop him, but Zhang continued ranting. \"If something’s wrong at home, just tell us! Why are you keeping it to yourself and sulking?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is someone in your family sick? Do you need money? I’ve got money!\" Zhang Shaoqing slapped the table. \"Just tell us how much!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Yang smiled wryly. \"It's probably not about money.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suspected it was because Ning Chu had revealed she was a girl, making it impossible for her to continue living in the dorm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he couldn’t say that to the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then there's nothing I can do. Let’s just eat.\" Zhang quickly sat back down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you really have to leave?\" Wang Jie muttered. \"It’ll be weird with one person missing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Chu let out a sigh. \"Forget it, stop trying to convince me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After taking a few more bites, she stood up, grabbed her suitcase, and with a carefree gesture, announced, \"I’m leaving!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll walk you out!\" Wen Yang offered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trying to mask her sadness with a cheerful tone, Ning Chu walked out the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she closed the door behind her, she glanced back at the room number with a hint of reluctance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two months...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed, dragging her suitcase downstairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just two months, this soul from another world had blended into the dorm, and the 160cm tall boy had now become a girl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was time to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At nearly 11 p.m., the dormitory hallway was mostly empty. As she passed through the lobby, she spotted the dorm manager chatting with his girlfriend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heading out so late? The dorm will close soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m heading home, got permission to leave!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where's your leave slip?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I’ll bring it tomorrow when I get back. My counselor approved it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief pause, Ning Chu stepped out into the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sky was a dark expanse, void of stars or the moon, like a heavy curtain shrouding the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could hear occasional laughter behind her, while in front, the dim streetlights cast shadows, leading into an abyss of darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stopping in her tracks, Ning Chu felt uneasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She placed a hand on her stomach, her eyes scanning the area warily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it starting already?\" she muttered to herself, her anxiety growing as she walked quickly toward the main gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a few steps, she abruptly turned around, feeling as though someone was watching her. Her nerves were on edge, making her increasingly paranoid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every shadow, every sound, felt like a potential threat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a student walked toward her, engrossed in their phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body froze as she backed away nervously until the student disappeared around the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is terrifying!She thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if a monster jumps out from the bushes? Or if the student attacks her? Or worse, the hotel she’s staying at could be dangerous!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Out so late...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, at this hour, maybe you shouldn’t leave?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Chu jumped in fright, only to see Wen Yang lazily emerge from the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You didn’t want me to walk you out, so I had to follow behind you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s dangerous to go out alone at night. You’re scared of the dark, after all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Wen Yang, Ning Chu’s anxiety melted away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tense body relaxed, and the cold night air no longer felt chilling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing there in the dark, she felt warmth and safety again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Wen Yang, her heart softening, but she kept her head down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, unable to resist, she took quick little steps toward him. \"I still have to leave...\" she mumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she stood by his side, she inhaled deeply, her body growing weak as the familiar comfort returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes fluttered shut in relief, basking in the sense of security.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why do you have to go? You were living just fine before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know I’m a girl... What if you suddenly—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Yang chuckled. \"Am I that kind of person?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes! You are!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Men will do anything when the moment strikes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even rabbits don’t eat the grass at their own burrow,\" he smiled. \"I promise I won’t tell the others or do anything inappropriate. Come back to the dorm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I... I’m going to have to leave eventually. Am I supposed to stay in the guys’ dorm for four years?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Yang gave in. \"How about this? Stay for one more night. It’s dangerous to be out alone so late, and I’m worried about you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without waiting for her to agree, Wen Yang picked up her suitcase and called out, \"Let’s go back. It’s just one more night.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Chu bit her lip and bowed her head, scurrying along to keep up with him.\u003C\u002Fp>",1187,"2026-06-10T06:04:15.010Z",1,"novelbin.me","ca86078c75e156a30871e047f7cdf7d16823c306c9ca6e41b1c5096a44db4fd1","trapped-in-paradise-chapter-99","trapped-in-paradise-chapter-97",471,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ftrapped-in-paradise-cover.jpg"]