Substitute Dies, Memories Return, Permanent Stamina Boost

Su Chen realized someone was watching him.

Then one night, a knife plunged into his chest. He fell, but he didn't die.

Because the one who died was his substitute.

When a substitute died, his memories returned. Permanent Stamina +1

Su Chen opened his eyes. Looking at the horrified killer not far away, he smiled.

"That one hurt. Do it again."

The second time, the third, the fourth...

When the killer broke down and fled, Su Chen's System prompt sounded again:

Substitute died. Memories returned. Permanent Perception +1. Random skill unlocked: Danger Sense

Su Chen looked in the direction the killer had run, then took out his phone.

"Hello, 110? I'd like to report a crime. Someone tried to kill me. Yes, I'm right here at the scene."

There was a two-second silence on the other end. "...Mr. Su, we've already received seven reports, all pointing to the same suspect. How many times have you been stabbed?"

Su Chen thought for a moment. "Not many. Just twelve times."

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.