A young man with raven-black hair sleeping in a modern bed, moonlight streaming through window blinds. Blue eyes closed behind rectangular glasses. A small digital clock shows 2:47 AM. Ambient bedroom with headphones on nightstand, books st

Dark void dream space. Noah stands alone, surrounded by absolute darkness. His expression shifts from confusion to alarm. His hands clutch at his throat.

The choking death sequence. Noah collapses in the void, then a flash of white light.

Noah's eyes snap open. He lies on grass in a bamboo grove at dawn. Golden-pink light filters through bamboo stalks. Birds chirping. His clothes are a traveler's grey-blue robe, dirty from the forest floor.

Noah sits up slowly, looking around in confusion. Then he spots the white rabbit sitting a few feet away. Cotton has vivid red eyes and a small, elegant build. She tilts her head, watching him calmly.

Cotton speaks in a clear, melodic voice. Noah is frozen mid-reaction, eyes wide.

Noah sits fully upright now, staring at the rabbit in disbelief. Cotton continues calmly.

Noah asks if this is a joke. Cotton tilts her head, blinking her red eyes, and confirms it's not a joke.

Noah processes the information, looking around at the bamboo forest. He sits up properly now, trying to compose himself. Cotton watches him calmly.

Noah asks what to call the rabbit. Cotton responds that names are labels and he can call her what he wishes.

Noah stands up slowly, brushing dirt off his traveler's robe. He looks toward the river direction. Cotton hops along beside him.

Noah walks through bamboo, making a dry comment about the absurdity of his situation. Cotton listens calmly.

Noah arrives at the riverbank. Clear water flows over smooth stones. He kneels at the water's edge.

Noah sees his reflection in the clear water. His true androgynous beauty is revealed - porcelain skin, delicate jaw, raven hair wet and clinging. He stares in shock.

Cotton hops onto a nearby stone, watching Noah with wide red eyes. She explains that physical form carries over.

Noah decides to name the rabbit Cotton, referencing her soft fur. He adds Ruby for her red eyes. Cotton accepts with a tail wag.

Cotton explains the system needs identity confirmation before transferring rewards. She extends a paw toward Noah expectantly.

Noah asks about the original host - who was Li Wei and why was he in the forest?

Cotton reveals Li Wei was murdered by his own fiancé's family who deemed him unworthy. They left his body to make it look like an accident.

Noah stands, brushing wet hair from his face. His expression is determined and angry on behalf of the stranger.

Noah prays to the sky for Li Wei's soul, promising justice. His expression is sincere and solemn.

A warm golden light suddenly envelops Noah. Cotton's red eyes go wide as the light pulses gently around Noah's form.

The golden light recedes. Cotton bounces excitedly. Noah looks confused but aware something happened.

A shimmering holographic screen appears in Chinese characters showing special awards. Golden text floats in the air.

Cotton explains the significance of the awards. Noah listens intently, his expression shifting from surprise to understanding.

Noah claims his initial 250 yuan and system store access. Cotton explains his abilities are now active.

Noah adjusts his glasses and stands, looking toward the horizon beyond the bamboo grove. The sun is rising fully now. His expression is calm and determined.