If they really wanted to thank someone…
Then they should be saying that to the System.
It was the one that made the store possible.
The one behind all those so-called miraculous products.
The real deal.
And right on cue -
A familiar line pinged inside Hao's head.
[Correct, host.]
Hao's eyebrow twitched.
'Oi, system. You're not even gonna deny it a little?'
[Why would I? Recognition is part of optimal user engagement.]
'You're flexing again, aren't you.'
[I am simply presenting facts, host. It is not my fault facts happen to be impressive.]
Hao looked up at the ceiling like he could strangle it.
'One day… I'll get you back for this.'
[Acknowledged, host. Revenge objective registered. Estimated success rate: 0.0002%.]
'YOU'RE RAGE-BAITING ME ON PURPOSE!!'
Behind the counter, Hao remained normal as ever.
Of course he knew. This was just their usual back-and-forth.
The system had been with him since day one.
