Under the dim moonlight, Wang Yuxi’s unease deepened, her delicate fingers twisting together in nervous circles.

  “Come inside already. Why are you just standing there?” Bai Ze called out, his gaze fixed on her frozen figure at the doorway.

  Hearing his voice, Wang Yuxi’s breathing quickened, her chest rising and falling as if her heart might burst free from its cage. Despite her frantic thoughts, she longed to run, but she felt as if her legs were made of lead, unmoving.

  The next moment, Bai Ze pulled her inside. The heavy security door slammed shut behind them with a decisive thud, extinguishing her last glimmer of hope. Trapped, she surrendered, a puppet bound by invisible strings, entirely at Bai Ze’s mercy.

  “You should take a hot shower. Liu Yumeng, show her to her room,” Bai Ze instructed calmly.

  “Of course, Master. I’ll take her right away,” Liu Yumeng replied, her expression warm as she approached Wang Yuxi.

  “Come on, Sister Yuxi,” she said with a bright smile, leading the way upstairs.

  Once they reached the second floor and Bai Ze was out of earshot, Wang Yuxi quickly turned to Liu Yumeng, her voice trembling. “Are you all… prisoners here too? Does he… will he kill us?”

  Liu Yumeng’s smile deepened, but her tone carried an unsettling edge. “Primary disorder kills us. He… devours us.”

  Wang Yuxi’s eyes widened in shock, her pupils contracting sharply.

  “Devours us? Then vacuoles, don’t you all try to escape?”

  “Why would we want to leave?” Liu Yumeng replied with an almost indifferent shrug. “This place is safe, plenty of food, and we can even take hot showers with clean water.”

  “But… aren’t you afraid of dying?”

  At this, Liu Yumeng’s expression darkened slightly. Her voice dropped to a more serious tone. “As long as we serve Master well, he won’t let us die. You should remember your place. Living here is a privilege.”

  Wang Yuxi was stunned by Liu Yumeng’s sudden change in demeanor, her mind reeling. Liu Yumeng, though speaking from concern, issued an icy warning in response to her kindness.

  Her fear that Bai Ze might hear more prompted her silence. Soon, they reached her assigned room.

  When Wang Yuxi stepped inside, her eyes lit up with reluctant awe. Lavish decorations filled the room, far beyond anything she could have imagined. A faint longing flickered in her heart, but she quickly suppressed it. This was no dream come true; it was a golden cage.

  “This will be your room from now on. Take a look around. I’ll prepare your bath,” Liu Yumeng said before heading to the bathroom.

  Left alone, Wang Yuxi began to inspect her surroundings. First, she approached the windows and discovered they were sealed tight. Escaping through them was impossible. She checked the wardrobe next and discovered an array of beautiful clothes in various styles.

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  Her gaze hardened with determination. No matter how comfortable this place seemed, she couldn’t live under the control of a monster. Freedom was worth far more than temporary luxury.

  Yet, after circling the room, she realized the grim truth: there was no way out. Every window was reinforced, every potential exit meticulously secured.

  Before long, Liu Yumeng returned. “The water’s ready. You can take your bath now,” she said before leaving the room.

  Alone again, Wang Yuxi hesitated. Her nurse’s uniform smelled faintly of sweat and grime, a stark reminder of the chaotic world outside. Finally, she shed it and stepped into the bathroom.

  Downstairs, Bai Ze was eating with his other companions. Liu Yumeng joined them and recounted her earlier conversation with Wang Yuxi in vivid detail.

  Bai Ze listened with little reaction. Her suspicions didn’t surprise him. After all, he hadn’t explained his reasons for bringing her here. Such thoughts were inevitable.

  After finishing his meal, Bai Ze rose from his seat and made his way to Wang Yuxi’s room. He had made up his mind—tonight, he would claim her. Whether she stayed or left afterward wasn’t his concern.

  When he reached her door, he found it locked from the inside. A faint smile tugged at his lips. As the master of this sanctuary, no lock could keep him out. He swiftly bypassed it and stepped inside.

  The sight that greeted him made his heart race: her discarded nurse’s uniform lay on the floor alongside a delicate, lace-trimmed undergarment.

  Silently, Bai Ze approached the bathroom. The door was ajar, offering him an unobstructed view.

  Wang Yuxi was soaking in the bathtub, her hair cascading over the edge, her snow-white legs draped over the rim. The soft glow of the bathroom light caressed her flawless skin.

  Unable to hold back, Bai Ze began to undress as he stepped inside.

  When Wang Yuxi noticed him, she instinctively tried to curl into the tub, but Bai Ze was faster. He grasped her legs and pulled her toward him.

  In an instant, her world spun as he positioned her, her legs draped over his shoulders. Her slender waist, perfectly proportioned curves—everything about her seemed almost too perfect like a fantasy come to life.

  “No, stop!” Wang Yuxi cried, realizing what was about to happen.

  Her plea fell on deaf ears. Bai Ze moved without hesitation, shattering her resistance.

  【Congratulations, host. You’ve subdued a new woman and successfully claimed her. Rewards doubled.】

  【Congratulations, host. You’ve gained 150 points × 2.】

  After their passionate encounter, Bai Ze carried Wang Yuxi to the bed. She clung to the blanket silently, her expression a mixture of fear and resignation.

  Sensing her thoughts, Bai Ze chuckled softly. He leaned in, his voice an indistinct murmur in her ear. “Don’t worry. I won’t eat you.”

  She trembled at his words, but soon exhaled shakily, her tension easing slightly.

  “Rest well. I’ll check on you tomorrow,” Bai Ze said, dressing himself and leaving the room.

  Wang Yuxi lay motionless, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. Her first time had been taken so forcefully, leaving her dazed and confused.

  Downstairs, Bai Ze stood by the window, gazing into the pitch-black night. The city had plunged into darkness, power outages spreading like a shadow.

  Fortunately, his Safehouse had two backup generators. Electricity wasn’t a concern, but the glow of light might attract unwanted attention.

  “I’ll have to be cautious when venturing outside. A treasure trove like this is bound to make anyone greedy,” Bai Ze muttered, drawing the curtains shut before retreating to his room.

  Unbeknownst to him, a group of burly men were lurking nearby, their eyes fixed on the Safehouse.

  “You see? I told you, this is the place. I’ve scouted it thoroughly—there are four women inside, and every single one of them is a stunner,” one of them whispered.

  “Heh, so there’s just one man and four women? Perfect,” another sneered.

  “Absolutely. I’ve been watching all day. That guy left in the morning and came back with another woman in the afternoon. You should’ve seen her waist—so slender it made my hands itch.”

  “Excellent. If we’re sure there are only five people inside, we’ll make our move tonight. Kill the man and have fun with the women,” a scar-faced leader growled.

  Dark laughter echoed among them as they disappeared into the shadows, their sinister intentions clear.