In the end it is all a game ( silver wolf X reader)

chapter 22: A Game of Hunters and Prey

As the group ascended the stairs, they came upon a series of intricately designed devices embedded into the walls-Shifting Screens. These luminous panels, framed in polished jade and inscribed with shimmering sigils, hummed faintly with an otherworldly energy. The technology, developed by the Artisanship Commission, was a marvel of the Xianzhou Luofu: short-distance teleportation devices that bridged spatial coordinates with precision and elegance.

Fu Xuan, taking the lead, gestured towards the closest screen.

Fu Xuan, taking the lead, gestured towards the closest screen.

Fu Xuan: These Shifting Screens connect to a Temporal Terminal further ahead. A clever invention, though not without its flaws. They require exact alignment with their paired screen, and any interference-like an energy surge or malfunction-could delay transit or send you to the wrong location. Keep that in mind.

Qingque, already approaching the nearest screen, let out a soft groan as she inspected its glowing interface.

Qingque: Yeah, yeah. It's not rocket science. Just align the sigils, and we're good. But don't blame me if the thing hiccups-it's an old design, you know.

She began adjusting the panel with practiced ease, her fingers gliding over the controls. The screen shifted slightly, aligning itself with a faintly glowing counterpart in the distance.

March 7th, ever curious, leaned in closer to observe.

March 7th: So, this is like a fancy teleportation pad? Cool! Does it hurt? Or, I don't know... make you feel all tingly inside?

Fu Xuan gave her an exasperated look.

Fu Xuan: No, it doesn't hurt. It's perfectly safe-assuming Qingque aligns it correctly.

Qingque, not bothering to look up, waved a dismissive hand.

Qingque: Relax, Master Diviner. I've done this a hundred times. Just give me a moment...

Stelle stepped forward, inspecting the glowing surface with a hint of skepticism.

Stelle: So, we just... step in? No countdown, no warning? Seems a little too convenient.

Welt, his analytical mind piqued, adjusted his glasses as he observed the intricate mechanics of the Shifting Screen, the faint hum of its energy catching his attention.

Welt: Convenience comes with a price. While the Shifting Screens are efficient, they lack the safeguards of more advanced teleportation methods. The Artisanship Commission likely prioritized practicality over perfection. Still, for short distances, they remain reliable.

Y/n, standing off to the side with his arms crossed, smirked at Welt's cautious analysis. Without hesitation, he stepped forward, reaching out to the glowing screen and placing his hand through it.

The shimmering energy rippled slightly around his fingers, but no adverse effects followed. With a confident glance back at the group, he pulled his hand back and shrugged.

Y/n: No need to worry-it's safe to pass through. See? Perfectly fine.

March 7th, watching with an amused grin, clapped her hands together.

March 7th: Well, look at you, our brave tester! Guess we owe you one if we don't end up somewhere strange.

Fu Xuan sighed, clearly unimpressed with the theatrics.

Fu Xuan: Huan Xiu, I trust your confidence isn't misplaced. If something goes wrong, don't expect me to pick up the pieces.

Stelle stepped forward next, giving Y/n a small smirk.