Author: hoenibean (Page 31 of 78)

Chapter 98 – I see you’re quite happy now

 

Jian Luo had originally been holding the cup offered by the Elf King, but he couldn’t drink any more at the moment. He tried to maintain his composure and then placed the cup on the table.

 

The Elf King was still in high spirits and turned to Lu Shifeng, asking, “How do you feel about it, Marshal?”

 

The expression on Lu Shifeng’s face made Jian Luo seriously doubt if the Elf King was really going to send the elves to his bed without any hesitation.

 

The room fell silent, and everyone’s attention unintentionally turned to Marshal Lu.

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow and asked, “For me?”

 

In the front hall, elves stood side by side. They all had a delicate and shy appearance, fair skin, and a charming figure, especially their features and body proportions, which were exquisite.

 

Lu Shifeng slowly turned the cup in his hand and said, “They look quite appealing.”

 

A soft “thud” came from beside them.

 

Everyone looked towards the unremarkable human standing next to Marshal Lu. Jian Luo felt his face heat up and muttered, “Sorry, my hand slipped.”

 

The fallen cup was picked up, and Jian Luo gave a half-hearted apology to everyone before turning his attention back to the table.

 

Lu Shifeng glanced at him and said calmly, “Since His Majesty has taken an interest, I can’t refuse this generous offer.”

 

Jian Luo suddenly raised his head, his eyes filled with disbelief. He stared at Lu Shifeng with a fierce expression, resembling a ruffled bunny.

 

Lu Shifeng continued, “My adjutant is quite fond of the elves, and coincidentally, he’s been idle lately. So, let’s gift them to him.”

 

Jian Luo’s eyes widened even more, and he couldn’t believe it. He stammered, “Me?”

 

The Elf King, seated above, had no objections. He said, “Very well, since Marshal Lu has said so, let’s proceed this way.”

 

Under the Elf King’s assignment, several elves approached Jian Luo. The elves were indeed beautiful, but their beauty was ethereal and unapproachable. If they all gathered around him, looking at him affectionately and exuding an otherworldly aura, it would feel somewhat overwhelming.

 

Jian Luo’s heart tightened, and he shot a discreet glare at Lu Shifeng. In a hushed voice, he asked, “What are you up to? Why are you giving them to me? What would I do with elves?”

 

Lu Shifeng, still playing with his wine cup, cast an interested glance at Jian Luo and smiled slyly, “Aren’t we getting a little tired of each other? I thought I’d indulge you.”

 

Jian Luo snorted softly, “Fine, I’ll take them. It’s not like they’ll be wasted. Why get angry over it? Even if I can’t enjoy their beauty, there are always more ways than difficulties!”

 

The banquet concluded.

 

The elves were very hospitable. They arranged temporary accommodations for Jian Luo and Lu Shifeng in a scenic location within the Elf Valley. Even though it was a temporary residence, the interior was elegantly decorated and exuded a refreshing and refined atmosphere.

 

Lu Shifeng had some business to attend to and couldn’t stay, so he arranged for guards and left Jian Luo to explore the estate. When he returned in the late afternoon, it was already dusk.

 

Secretary Jin stood at the door to welcome him. She took his overcoat and said, “Marshal.”

 

Lu Shifeng nodded. “And how are those elves? If he doesn’t like them, come up with a reason to reassign them tomorrow.”

 

Teasing Jian Luo was one thing, but business was another matter.

 

Lu Shifeng had a brilliant idea, which seemed quite reasonable. However, he was utterly surprised when Secretary Jin mentioned it. She appeared hesitant and said, “Well, they… seem to get along quite well with Luoluo.”

 

Lu Shifeng frowned. After all, elves were usually shy and reserved. Given their slightly haughty nature, one wouldn’t expect them to get along with Jian Luo, who was carefree and easygoing. Furthermore, those elves were initially meant to be awarded to him. Jian Luo had given them a fierce look at the banquet, as if he were about to devour them. But now they were getting along well?

 

Marshal Lu was somewhat displeased.

 

Lu Shifeng took a few steps into the room and said, “I’ll go take a look.”

 

The Elf Valley was always covered in lush vines, creating a picturesque atmosphere. As he passed through the green vine corridor, he heard lively sounds of laughter and conversation from a garden not far away.

 

“Come on, another round!”

 

“I’ve won, hahaha!”

 

“Today’s luck is amazing!”

 

Lu Shifeng stood in place, watching Jian Luo in loose clothing, confidently managing a mahjong game. Although his belly had grown larger, it didn’t hinder his agility in handling the cards. The three elves sitting with him, although less skillful, managed to keep up.

 

Jian Luo was relaxed, even taking off his coat and wearing just a simple T-shirt. If not for the limited range of his movements due to his growing belly, Lu Shifeng suspected he would have floated up into the sky. He stood by silently, watching him, as though he could sense an endless surge of vitality emanating from Jian Luo. It was effortless for Jian Luo to draw attention, just sitting there without doing anything.

 

This had been Lu Shifeng’s impression of Jian Luo for a long time. Despite the hardships and challenges of life, Jian Luo never seemed to be unhappy for long. He was like a blazing and brilliant sun, occasionally experiencing dark moments, but they never lasted too long. He would rise again, shining brilliantly.

 

Fragile yet resilient, weak yet powerful.

 

Lu Shifeng never believed that Jian Luo’s good life was due to him. He felt that even without him, Jian Luo could slowly build his career.

 

The radiance of some people couldn’t be concealed.

 

One of the elves sitting in the chair not far away said, “Your Highness, wouldn’t you like to freshen up just in case Marshal Lu returns?”

 

Jian Luo replied hurriedly, “It’s fine, it’ll be a while before he comes back.”

 

“This…” The elf hesitated, “Shouldn’t you prepare?”

 

Jian Luo’s hands didn’t stop moving. “No need. When the time comes, I’ll just say I was studying.”

 

“Is that so?”

 

“Yeah…”

 

Jian Luo’s movements paused, and the familiar deep voice seemed like a spell, causing him to stiffen. He reluctantly turned his head and met the gaze of Marshal Lu.

 

Lu Shifeng stood straight, leaning against the vines and raising an eyebrow. “Studying what?”

 

“…”

 

Jian Luo hesitated and lowered his head, saying, “Studying… puzzle games.”

 

Lu Shifeng glanced at the mahjong tiles. “Such as?”

 

Jian Luo coughed and quickly looked at the elves next to him, improvising, “These are puzzle games from their elfin culture, called mahjong.”

 

The elves widened their eyes.

 

Lu Shifeng glanced at them and spoke lazily, “Is that so?”

 

Jian Luo hurriedly said, “Yes, yes.”

 

To prevent the situation from being exposed, he came closer and affectionately took Lu Shifeng’s arm. “I made noodles today, you can try some Yangchun noodles. I’ll go get two bowls for us to taste. I can’t eat without you, especially since you’re not here, I can’t adapt at all.”

 

The three little turtles in his belly were quite demanding, and he wasn’t sure whose genes they’d inherited. Regardless, he was exceptionally obedient and had none of these troublesome characteristics.

 

Lu Shifeng said, “You can’t adapt?”

 

Jian Luo mumbled, “Yes.”

 

“I see you’re adapting quite well.” Lu Shifeng smirked. “You seem to be having a great time without me. Whether I come back or not doesn’t seem to matter.”

 

“… Are you a professional eavesdropper or something?”

 

Unexpectedly, what happened next exceeded Lu Shifeng’s expectations. These three elves were originally sent to amuse Jian Luo. The elves were usually bored and reserved, and their personalities didn’t quite match. They had originally planned to send them away the next day. However, what Jian Luo did during the afternoon gradually “transformed” these three elegant elves.

 

In Jian Luo’s words: “I can’t just gather some soldiers to play mahjong, right? It would disrupt their training. But the elves are different. They are all idle. Just a casual sentence, and suddenly, Luoluo helped the elves integrate.”

 

So, Lu Shifeng realized something he hadn’t noticed before. He had always thought that ensuring Jian Luo’s material well-being was sufficient. However, he hadn’t paid much attention to how Jian Luo, who had been alone on the battleship for months, was coping with the boredom. Jian Luo was not a solitary person by nature; he enjoyed play and laughter. Yet for these past few months, he had not complained even once.

 

Thus, when Jian Luo was still half-asleep and reluctant to get out of bed in the morning, Lu Shifeng said, “Get up.”

 

The person on the bed grumbled a few times and then returned to sleep. But shortly after, they resurfaced and stared wide-eyed, unable to conceal their excitement. “Is it real? Is it real?”

 

Lu Shifeng was worried he might strain himself. “Careful, did you forget about your condition?”

 

Jian Luo got up rather energetically, nearly tumbling over Lu Shifeng. Fortunately, he steadied himself. He was excited and said, “Why didn’t you tell me about this earlier? I didn’t even prepare for it.”

 

Lu Shifeng looked at the person in his arms. Despite the messy hair from sleep, his skin was fair. Due to the pregnancy, he had some swelling, but he had also gained a bit of fat. Excitement made his eyes sparkle, and he looked oddly adorable. Marshal Lu gently asked, “Prepare for what?”

 

“I have a mahjong game scheduled!”

 

“… Fine.”

 

After tidying up in the morning, Lu Shifeng took Jian Luo for a stroll in the Elf Valley. Despite being a renowned beauty in the entire universe, the elves were remarkably low-key. They avoided external influences and lived in seclusion in the Elf Valley, isolated from the world.

 

Their intention this time was to establish relations with the Dark Star. Although their planet had been safe in the past, the recent surge of interstellar piracy had made even the smaller and weaker races potential targets. Given the fertile resources of the Elf Planet, it had become a desirable prize.

 

The elves hoped to establish relations with the Dark Star for their safety.

 

Walking through the Elf Valley, Jian Luo said, “This place is genuinely clean. It’s unlike the planets we’ve visited before. It’s ideal for a vacation.”

 

Lu Shifeng asked, “Do you like it here?”

 

“Yeah,” Jian Luo replied casually. “I hope the ecology here can remain this way and not be destroyed. The elves are lucky. They’re beautiful, and their place of residence is like a picturesque paradise. I hope this kind of earthly paradise can last, unspoiled by those with ulterior motives.”

 

Walking beside him, Lu Shifeng spoke slowly, “What shapes them also has the power to destroy them.”

 

Jian Luo was puzzled.

 

Lu Shifeng ascended the mountain steps with an undisguised air of pride. “Survival of the fittest. If you want to enjoy something, you must have the capability to protect it. If you are blessed with exceptional conditions, you should utilize them to the fullest rather than seeking pleasure. Falling behind results in being beaten. It’s best to be so strong that no one can dictate to you. Otherwise, there’s no one else to blame.”

 

Jian Luo’s gaze met his, and it was a pair of blood-red eyes, momentarily frightening in their unfamiliarity. “Everything is the same.”

 

In that moment, Jian Luo suddenly felt a bit afraid. While Lu Shifeng was speaking about the elfin race, he recalled the words the Queen had spoken to him. She had said that the Earth’s sudden and unexplained destruction was linked to the mighty Dark Star in the universe. The destruction of many planets at that time was not coincidental.

 

A planet, with billions of living beings at the very least, was destroyed with the wave of a hand. Dark Star’s people would go to any lengths to achieve their goals, and the survival or extinction of a race was just a number to them.

 

What about himself? As the only human capable of carrying a child, what awaited him?

 

Would he be taken and subjected to experiments? Or would there be even worse consequences in store for him?

 

Perhaps Lu Shifeng was treating him well now because of the child, but who could predict the future? Jian Luo had once naively believed that Lu Shifeng wouldn’t harm him. However, if what the Queen had said was true, and if Lu Shifeng changed his mind in the future?

 

Lu Shifeng had shown no mercy to the people of those planets, all in the name of the Dark Star’s interests and the survival of their race. If it came to a question of the greater good of the race, would he treat himself the same way?

 

Jian Luo didn’t know what expression was on his face at this moment, but he guessed it probably wasn’t a good one.

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Chapter 97 – The smile that gradually disappeared. 

 

Jian Luo quietly looked at the queen. The queen was somewhat nervous. She looked at Jian Luo and said seriously, “You don’t believe me, do you?”

 

Jian Luo stood in place. “You’ve given me so much advice. Let me give you a piece of advice too.”

 

“What is it?”

 

“If you don’t leave now, you won’t be able to leave.”

 

The queen suddenly felt uneasy. She turned around and found no one behind her, and there were no pursuers here. “You deceived me?”

 

Jian Luo said, “Believe it or not, it’s up to you.”

 

A voice came from her communication bracelet. “Sis, you need to teleport quickly; the signal on your end is getting weaker.”

 

The queen frowned and finally hesitated no more. She opened her communication bracelet, and as it was taken apart, it seemed like an invisible wall was spinning. As it got closer, Jian Luo could feel the vortex coming from the other side.

 

The queen’s red dress billowed from the wind on the other side of the wall. She looked at Jian Luo again. “Are you really not coming with me? Is it for the child?”

 

Jian Luo watched her actions, unfazed. “Do you want to hear the truth?”

 

The queen nodded.

 

“I’ve never thought of escaping from him. Not in the past, and I probably won’t in the future. Thank you for your kindness. Goodbye.”

 

As he finished speaking, he received the queen’s rather complex gaze.

 

The queen stepped in, not forgetting to say to Jian Luo, “You will regret this.”

 

Jian Luo watched her quietly, unmoved.

 

As the entire portal engulfed her, the living person who had just stood there disappeared. Jian Luo stared at the empty ground for a while, and he felt like he should be thinking about something, but in reality, he wasn’t thinking anything at all.

 

“Bang!”

 

A loud noise came from outside, along with the sound of commotion.

 

Jian Luo looked up and saw a group of people entering, with General Lu Shifeng at the forefront, wearing a sharp military uniform. It seemed like today they were about to leave. He had a dark blue cloak dr4p3d over his back, and with his every move, the cloak fluttered, making him look quite imposing.

 

The black knee-high military boots stepped crisply on the clean floor, making sharp, efficient sounds. Finally, the owner of the boots stopped in front of Jian Luo.

 

Jian Luo raised his face to look at him, with a thin layer of sweat on his forehead.

 

Lu Shifeng looked down at him, seemingly confirming his safety. He said, “Are you injured?”

 

Jian Luo took a deep breath and then replied, “No.”

 

“Hmm.”

 

Lu Shifeng glanced around the bathroom, took off his cloak, and dr4p3d it over Jian Luo’s shoulders. His voice carried a hint of magnetism, “If you’re scared, you can cry.”

 

Jian Luo remained silent.

 

The cloak was fastened around his shoulders, and along with it came the familiar scent of the man who had been with him every day. Honestly, he was trembling a bit. His earlier composure was just an act. Now, seeing the person who meant everything to him, there was no need for pretense. He said, “If you hadn’t come…”

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow. “If I hadn’t come?”

 

“Then my legs might have given out. I thought I wouldn’t last that long.”

 

It was clear he had been trying to find a topic to buy more time.

 

Lu Shifeng pulled out a clean handkerchief and handed it to him. “Wipe yourself.”

 

Jian Luo was momentarily stunned, then realized it was for him to wipe the sweat from his forehead. He took it and said, “Thank you.”

 

Lu Shifeng’s chief secretary said, “Bring him back.”

 

The chief secretary replied, “Yes!”

 

Jian Luo was still trying to steady his wobbly legs when he suddenly saw Lu Shifeng preparing to leave. He instinctively asked, “Where are you going?”

 

Outside, two rows of Dragon Clan soldiers were standing, glancing over in this direction, curious to see how the Supreme Commander would comfort his delicate little wife. Would he be all smiles, they wondered, and thought about how the Supreme Commander used to comfort others. If it weren’t for you, he might have already given you a beating. Now, he’s keeping his temper in check and speaking kindly. That’s really not easy.

 

Lu Shifeng stopped in his tracks, turned around, and looked at Jian Luo. “What do you think?”

 

Jian Luo asked, “Are you going to find her?”

 

Lu Shifeng’s handsome face showed little expression, and his blood-red eyes gazed calmly at Jian Luo. “She had set her sights on you.”

 

His voice was calm and steady, with an inexplicable hint of menace. “Damn.”

 

Jian Luo choked on his words.

 

Lu Shifeng’s presence was too overwhelming, and it frightened him. If the queen had escaped, there would be consequences for the leader, and as the last person to have contact with her, Jian Luo might not be let off easily. With this in mind, he walked closer to Lu Shifeng and said, “I’m not her accomplice.”

 

Lu Shifeng looked down at him from above. “I know.”

 

Jian Luo thought for a moment and decided to be honest: “She wanted me to go with her, but I didn’t.”

 

After speaking, he stole a few more glances at Lu Shifeng, trying to gauge the Supreme Commander’s reaction, but found only an unsurprised expression on his face.

 

Jian Luo hesitated. “Aren’t you shocked at all?”

 

Lu Shifeng said, “Clearly not. If you had gone with her, you wouldn’t still be standing here.”

 

Unable to argue with that, Jian Luo found it rather uninteresting. He muttered, “What if I had gone with her?”

 

Lu Shifeng lowered his head to look at him. His aura changed, becoming more imposing, and a strong sense of pressure emanated from him. He quirked a cold smile and said, one word at a time, “You can try.”

 

Suddenly, Jian Luo broke into a cold sweat. He even had a daring thought: what if… what if Lu Shifeng had already left?

 

If he had agreed, he might not be having this pleasant conversation right now.

 

Thinking of this, Jian Luo felt a bit wronged. He had been waiting here nervously, and that jerk was still outside, not coming in. He was making him worry, and he wondered what he had done to deserve this.

 

Jian Luo hung his head, feeling his nose tingle. He mumbled, “Oh.”

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow. The Supreme Commander wasn’t particularly adept at handling this kind of response. “Why are you crying?”

 

“Didn’t you say it’s okay to cry?” Pregnant people’s emotions can be quite unreasonable, and Jian Luo, feeling he couldn’t control himself, continued in a melodramatic tone, “My tears aren’t going to bother you. Aren’t you busy with something? You’re annoying.”

 

Lu Shifeng fell silent for a while, then spoke, “Jian Luo.”

 

Jian Luo grumbled, “What?”

 

“One million.” Lu Shifeng said, “When we get back, I’ll have someone set up an online shopping account for you, and you can use my credit card.”

 

Jian Luo couldn’t help but almost laugh. He had wanted to act a bit reserved, but he gave in happily. “What do you take me for? I’m not interested in these things.”

 

Lu Shifeng said, “Two million.”

 

“Okay, you win!”

 

Lu Shifeng’s powers of persuasion through money worked like a charm, and Jian Luo forgave him with a cheerful heart. Then, obediently, he stopped causing trouble and went back to the battleship with his chief secretary.

 

The chief secretary said, “Luo Luo, take a rest in this room. If you need anything, call me. I’ll be outside.”

 

Jian Luo nodded. “Thank you.”

 

The chief secretary smiled and left.

 

Once she had gone, Jian Luo slowly lay down on the bed. He glanced at his communication bracelet and couldn’t help but recall the queen’s words today. Whether it was about the Star Core or the communication bracelet, it all replayed in his mind.

 

The idea of plundering the fortunes of other planets was something he had never heard of. It did seem to match Lu Shifeng’s style, and in fact, Lu Shifeng had never been labeled as a good person in people’s mouths, even before he met him. The Supreme Commander was known as ruthless and merciless, and he had a reputation for being cold-blooded.

 

Xiu Liang had more than once warned him to stay away from Lu Shifeng.

 

The Star Core incident had made Jian Luo acutely aware that the man sleeping by his side was far from a saint. They were probably not on the same side either, but what could he do now? He had no way out. He was carrying Lu Shifeng’s child, his family lived within Lu Shifeng’s sphere of influence, and as Lu Shifeng had said, he had no way to escape, even if he wanted to.

 

Unless… he went back.

 

On the other side, the queen was seated, and she had shed her previous vulnerability. She raised her wine glass coquettishly. “Mission accomplished.”

 

The silver-haired person sitting above her scoffed. “Mission accomplished my foot. I told you to bring him back; where is he?”

 

“He didn’t want to come; what could I do?” The queen complained, “Besides, he’s your Dragon King’s little treasure. If anything happens to him, won’t Lu Shifeng annihilate me?”

 

Silver-gray: “What are you afraid of him for?”

 

The queen retorted, “Aren’t you afraid?”

 

While saying this, she glanced at Silver-gray, wondering where this man’s confidence came from. The last time he had crossed Lu Shifeng, he had been bedridden for half a month, and now he seemed to have forgotten the pain.

 

Silver-gray changed the subject, and his expression under the lamplight appeared somewhat eerie. “Enough with the nonsense. Have you completed the tasks I assigned to you?”

 

The queen nodded. “Don’t worry; everything is installed.”

 

Silver-gray sighed. “Do we need to steal some maternity and baby supplies?”

 

“No need,” the queen said. “Dragon children aren’t like regular babies. They’re basically borned old enough to be weaned and won’t need anyone’s care. Instead of thinking about the baby supplies, why don’t you figure out how to raise a human so he doesn’t die?”

 

“…”

 

Four months later.

 

Jian Luo had initially thought that he and Lu Shifeng would return within a few months, but it turned out to be quite the opposite. It seemed that Lu Shifeng was ensuring that he wasn’t disturbed on Dark Star, so the entire army hadn’t returned. It was like an interstellar vacation; while most people went on honeymoons after getting married, he was playing with a child in his belly.

 

However, the battleship was spacious, so he wasn’t feeling cramped. The only downside was that his belly was growing larger and larger. What used to be a small bump was now a noticeable bulge.

 

“Hiss…”

 

Jian Luo opened his eyes, waking up once again from his dream. As the months passed, his pregnancy symptoms had become more pronounced, and he could hardly sleep through the night. He was frequently awakened by the need to use the restroom or by leg cramps.

 

This time, it was a leg cramp.

 

Jian Luo slowly sat up, trying to get used to it and alleviate the discomfort.

 

There was some movement nearby, and Lu Shifeng sat up. “Leg cramp?”

 

Jian Luo noticed that he was awake and hurriedly said, “It’s nothing. You go back to sleep; I’ll be fine after I stretch for a while.”

 

Lu Shifeng was wearing the duck-themed pajamas he had worn on Dark Star. This attire somewhat diminished the Supreme Commander’s imposing presence. He sat up and spoke in a familiar tone, “Which leg?”

 

“…” Jian Luo pointed. “This one.”

 

Lu Shifeng reached out and massaged Jian Luo’s leg. After a long time, Jian Luo began to doubt whether Lu Shifeng was a professional masseur. Who could apply such evenly distributed pressure for so long?

 

Since the onset of his pregnancy symptoms, he had slept poorly, and it had also affected Lu Shifeng’s sleep.

 

Jian Luo looked at him and spoke gently, “Should we sleep in separate rooms?”

 

Lu Shifeng paused and gave him a glance. “What are you planning now?”

 

His tone seemed to suggest, “What mischief are you up to today, you little troublemaker?”

 

Jian Luo replied, “I don’t want to disturb your rest. Could you prepare another bed for me in a different room? This way, I won’t sleep well, and you won’t either.”

 

“…” Jian Luo thanked him silently.

 

They had been on the battleship for a month. The battleship had finally arrived at another destination, a planet that was friendly with Dark Star, and it was even wealthier. According to the chief secretary, it was a kingdom of elves.

 

Jian Luo was excited. “Elves? Are they the ones with the pointy ears and exceptionally beautiful looks?”

 

The chief secretary smiled. “Something like that.”

 

“Wow!” Jian Luo couldn’t contain his excitement. “I’m going to see elves!”

 

The chief secretary was curious. “Are elves so rare? If that’s the case, you weren’t very excited when you first met our Dragon King or the Phoenix Clan. They are all considered rare nobility.”

 

Jian Luo shook his head. “You can’t compare them.”

 

The chief secretary asked, “Why not?”

 

“I was excited at first,” Jian Luo sighed, “But when you’ve been with someone for a long time, it gets old. You get tired of it. Like, which family’s flowers can compare to the wildflowers you find in the wilderness?”

 

“Luo Luo…”

 

Jian Luo: “What?”

 

The chief secretary cast a glance behind Jian Luo and said, “Perhaps you should look behind you.”

 

Jian Luo turned to see Lu Shifeng standing not far away, looking at him with raised eyebrows. The unspoken threat in his gaze seemed to dare Jian Luo to repeat himself.

 

Jian Luo choked up, “What I meant was, as beautiful as wildflowers can be, they can’t compare to the charm of homegrown ones.”

 

The chief secretary couldn’t help but stifle her laughter.

 

As they entered the realm of the elves, Jian Luo was completely unrestrained. He looked left and right, especially when he saw little fairies sitting with transparent wings. He couldn’t help but exclaim, “They’re so cute!”

 

Lu Shifeng warned, “Don’t touch them casually.”

 

Jian Luo stood and asked, “Why not?”

 

The chief secretary explained, “Elves are not allowed to be touched at will. If you make physical contact with them, it might be considered a binding contract, implying that you’re their lifelong partner, meaning you can only be with one palm-sized person for the rest of your life.”

 

“…”

 

Now, they didn’t seem as cute anymore.

 

The group entered the Elf Palace, where the Elf King had prepared a banquet to welcome the guests. He appeared somewhat elderly, with stubble on his face. The decorations in the Elf Palace were almost entirely made of crystal, shining brightly and exuding exquisite beauty. The attire of the elf tribe was equally exquisite, with white dresses and crystal masks, creating an alluring and enchanting look.

 

Jian Luo couldn’t help but exclaim, “Wow.”

 

With a baby girl in his belly, he knew he would have to dress her up beautifully in the future. If it’s a baby boy, well, who cares, he can wear whatever.

 

The group took their seats at the banquet table. Jian Luo looked at the crystal pitcher on the table filled with water and secretly asked Lu Shifeng, “What are we going to eat?”

 

Lu Shifeng pointed to the water pitcher in front of Jian Luo. “It’s right in front of you.”

 

Jian Luo couldn’t believe it. “You mean this?”

 

Do fairies really only drink dewdrops!?

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow. “Don’t you like elves? When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”

 

“…”

 

Suddenly, his admiration waned.

 

The dancers among the elves who had been performing in the front hall had just finished. Their movements were graceful, and they all looked like celestial beings.

 

As Jian Luo enjoyed the spectacle, he was secretly planning to sneak away. However, the Elf King suddenly spoke, “How does the human guest find our dancers?”

 

Lu Shifeng held a cup and calmly replied, “They’re excellent.”

 

Jian Luo also nodded in agreement. The dance was truly captivating.

 

“Excellent! That’s wonderful!” The king applauded. “These performers will accompany the human guest for a while. They can keep you entertained during your leisure time and bring a smile to your face.”

 

“…”

 

The room fell into silence.

 

The smile on Jian Luo’s smile gradually faded as he realized the implications.

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Chapter 96 – Are you running?

 

Jian Luo looked at the mirror for a while, sighed, and finally decided to go out first, as there was no point in staying here. It was just a waste of time. He opened the bathroom door, intending to hurry and change into a new set of clothes. However, as soon as he opened the door, he froze. Lu Shifeng was standing there, eyeing him.

 

“…”

 

There was a moment of silence in the air. Lu Shifeng’s gaze swept over him, and there was a hint of mockery in his usually cold eyes. He smirked, his intentions unclear.

 

Jian Luo stood frozen in place, his ears turning bright red. He was somewhat embarrassed and annoyed. “Why did you suddenly return?”

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow. “Isn’t this my place too?”

 

“…” Jian Luo hurriedly walked towards the wardrobe, grabbed a coat to cover up his embarrassing appearance, muttering, “Yes, you just startled me.”

 

As he spoke, he tried to put on the coat, but when he glanced down, he realized it was blue.

 

Jian Luo widened his eyes. Lu Shifeng walked over, his military boots making crisp, resolute sounds on the floor. Jian Luo nervously took a couple of steps back.

 

Finally, Lu Shifeng stopped in front of him, extended his hand, and his well-defined fingers slowly approached. This made Jian Luo’s heart race, and he stammered, “What… what are you doing? I’m still in the early stages.”

 

Lu Shifeng picked up the coat in Jian Luo’s hand. “You can’t wear this.”

 

Huh? Jian Luo’s gaze shifted to the coat in Lu Shifeng’s hand, only to discover that it was the random piece of clothing he had grabbed, and to his horror, it was Lu Shifeng’s military uniform!

 

Annoyance surged within Jian Luo. He felt somewhat indignant. “I picked up the wrong one.”

 

Lu Shifeng responded with a simple “Hmm,” and tossed the coat back into the wardrobe. He then looked down at Jian Luo’s new outfit.

 

Jian Luo was initially embarrassed, but suddenly, he noticed the room had fallen silent. He raised his head inquisitively, only to be met with Lu Shifeng’s scrutinizing gaze.

 

What? Jian Luo instantly retreated half a meter, then leaped onto the bed, hiding under the blanket. “Don’t look!”

 

Lu Shifeng stood there, observing the little rabbit hopping around. The tail of his outfit swayed with each movement, giving it a dynamic quality. Originally meant to be somewhat sexy, the clothing on him appeared more like children’s attire, and it looked cute.

 

Lu Shifeng finally spoke, his voice exuding magnetism with a hint of huskiness. “Who gave you this outfit?”

 

“…” Jian Luo hesitated for a moment, then decided to tell the truth. “It was Ya Jie. Don’t blame her; it’s a gift.”

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow. “Ya Jie?”

 

Jian Luo nodded.

 

He had prepared himself for some strict words from the Marshal, thinking he might need to plead with him to avoid causing trouble for Ya Jie. After all, he wasn’t a heartless person. But to his surprise, Lu Shifeng casually said, “Not bad.”

 

Jian Luo was taken aback. “Very creative.”

 

Lu Shifeng sat on the edge of the bed, crossing his long legs, and looked at Jian Luo with a raised eyebrow, his tone lazy. “You just thought I neglected your needs.”

 

Jian Luo frantically nodded. “Of course, it’s true!”

 

The atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

 

In the end, Jian Luo couldn’t tell if it was just his imagination, but he felt that the Marshal seemed a bit disappointed in the end.

 

What are you disappointed about?

 

Lu Shifeng turned around. “Go change in the bathroom.”

 

Jian Luo, seeing that Lu Shifeng was no longer teasing him and feeling a bit uncomfortable, found the Marshal’s behavior quite strange. When he was persistent, you wanted to retreat, and when he gave up, you felt a bit off balance. The pure human Jian Luo was now caught up in this dilemma.

 

In the end, he swiftly grabbed a new set of clothes and went to the bathroom to change. In passing, he said, “I’ve left some food for you in the small cupboard next to it. It’s still warm, so make sure to eat it.”

 

Lu Shifeng watched him dash into the bathroom, squinting his eyes. Eventually, he got up and headed to the neighboring room’s bathroom.

 

…

 

When Jian Luo emerged, the Marshal was already having his meal at the table. Jian Luo, while drying his hair, sat down and asked, “Is it delicious?”

 

Lu Shifeng said, “I heard the Queen visited you.”

 

“Yep,” Jian Luo didn’t want to tell him everything, “Because discussing herb matters is always important. We also had a meal together.”

 

This man was truly formidable. Sometimes Jian Luo felt a bit creepy because it seemed like he knew everything about his daily activities, whom he met, and what he did.

 

Lu Shifeng said, “Don’t talk to her much.”

 

Jian Luo was indignant, “Why?”

 

“Most likely, she’s faking her illness,” Lu Shifeng scooped some soup with a spoon, “Staying here is probably just a ploy to find an opportunity to escape.”

 

“…”

 

Really? Jian Luo suddenly felt his perspective had shifted a bit. Why was the Queen getting close to him? Could she have some ulterior motive, planning to use him? The more he thought about it, the more uneasy he felt. “Are you afraid she’ll use me to escape?”

 

“No,” Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow, leaning back on the couch, his tone relaxed. “I’m afraid you’ll be wasting your effort.”

 

“What…” What is this man thinking? However, Lu Shifeng’s warning did make Jian Luo more vigilant in dealing with the Queen. They might need to stay on the Industrial Star for a few more days because Lu Shifeng had strict requirements for custom-made defense shields, and they had to work with the local engineers. As a family member, Jian Luo had some leisure time on the Industrial Star. He suddenly received a message from the Little Emperor: “Luo Luo!”

 

When the message arrived, Jian Luo was still organizing the herb inventory he had collected from Earth. He was startled and sighed before replying, “What’s up?”

 

The Little Emperor quickly responded, “Just missed you. How’s the honeymoon going? If Lu Shifeng isn’t treating you well, I can find someone else for you!”

 

“…” Jian Luo still valued his life, and he didn’t want the Little Emperor to badmouth him behind Lu Shifeng’s back. So, he replied, “It’s okay.”

 

But he couldn’t help but wonder why the Little Emperor was suddenly reaching out to him. After all, the Little Emperor was, well, the Emperor. Although he had a somewhat casual demeanor, he was still the Emperor. Now, the Emperor was humbly saying he wanted to discuss something with him?

 

Jian Luo put down his work and asked, “What is it?”

 

“I want you to livestream every day when you have time,” the Little Emperor said. “You can share some information about our offspring, or even just cooking.”

 

“… Why?” Jian Luo was puzzled.

 

The Little Emperor answered straightforwardly, “Because the data from the Phoenix Platform in the past two days shows that after your last livestream, the overall national happiness index increased by 20%, social benefits went up, and even Dark Star’s stocks hit the limit up. Moreover, more people who were originally resistant to the idea of having offspring are now signing up for it.”

 

“???” Jian Luo widened his eyes. “Is that for real?”

 

The Little Emperor sighed and finally got to the point, “So, Luo Luo, I want you to consider it. If you can spare time for daily livestreams, we’ll treat it as a job, and you’ll receive 1 million credits in your account every month. As a significant contributor to humanity, we’ll also waive various taxes for you.”

 

Jian Luo pondered for a moment. It seemed feasible. He was in dire need of money to invest in building factories and acquiring new protective shields. Earlier, he had calculated that he would need at least a billion credits as initial capital. Additionally, the interstellar delivery company he had planned, along with the research and development of bubble tea, required funding. Now, he had a job that could earn him money without much hassle, so how could he refuse?

 

Thinking it over, Jian Luo responded, “Alright, I agree. I’ll make sure the minimum length of each livestream is not less than one hour, or I won’t be comfortable taking the money.”

 

The Little Emperor chuckled, “You’ve got it. Otherwise, if the stream is too short, Lu Shifeng may not approve.”

 

“…”

 

Jian Luo suddenly had a frightening thought, “Did you discuss this with Dragon Brother?”

 

The Little Emperor sighed, “I did, but he declined. He said you should rest properly and not tire yourself every day.”

 

Of course, he did. Jian Luo sighed inwardly. He wasn’t tired at all. As long as there was money to be made, he would gladly go out and make it.

 

…

 

After brushing off the Little Emperor, Jian Luo began organizing the herbs. Although Lu Shifeng had mentioned that the Queen was pretending, Jian Luo took the herb mixing seriously.

 

After consulting with a traditional Chinese medicine recipe and double-checking the dosages, he began brewing the medicine. During the process, Secretary Jin came by and was nearly overwhelmed by the scent, “Luo Luo, what are you cooking?”

 

“Medicine,” Jian Luo replied without looking up. “Want to taste it?”

 

“No, thanks. Enjoy it yourself,” Secretary Jin declined.

 

“…”

 

Not just Secretary Jin, even Lu Shifeng could detect the herbal aroma that seemed to cling to Jian Luo. Although the Marshal never voiced his aversion, it was clear that he noticed it.

 

Jian Luo was puzzled, “Is it really that bad?”

 

The answer became clear during one of his livestreams that evening. While he was cooking, the nearby pot of medicine was almost done, so Jian Luo went to check it. When he lifted the lid, an intense medicinal smell filled the entire livestream room, nearly driving away the viewers who had some reservations about the odor.

 

“Biochemical weapon?”

 

“I’ve never smelled anything so bad in my life.”

 

“Jian Luo, you work so hard.”

 

“Poor guy, experiencing this pain when giving birth.”

 

All at once, there was a surge of virtual gifts, and everyone expressed sympathy for Jian Luo, advising him to take care of his health.

 

Jian Luo, “…”

 

Due to the viewers’ comments, Jian Luo felt a bit disheartened. That night, he received a bit of a shock when Lu Shifeng returned home.

 

Jian Luo sniffed himself and moved closer to Lu Shifeng, almost squeezing himself into the man’s arms. He extended his arm and brought it close to Lu Shifeng’s face, saying, “Do you think the medicine smell on me is bad?”

 

Lu Shifeng raised an eyebrow and said, “Not unpleasant.”

 

“Stop lying.” Jian Luo wanted to expose his true thoughts, so he moved even closer, almost pushing himself into Lu Shifeng’s embrace. He held his arm up to Lu Shifeng’s face, “Smell it again.”

 

Lu Shifeng had nowhere to escape but chose to remain still. He raised an eyebrow and said, “Jian Luo.”

 

Jian Luo, “Hmm?”

 

“If you keep doing this, I won’t go any further.”

 

“I just remembered something.”

 

Of course, the person who suffered the most from the smell was the Queen, who had to drink the unpleasant medicinal soup even though she was pretending to be ill.

 

Jian Luo couldn’t fathom what the Queen was thinking. It could be due to her control being compromised, but her illness actually began to improve. On the day they were leaving, a grand farewell banquet was held.

 

Jian Luo wiped away the sweat on his forehead and commented, “Is the room decoration on the Industrial Star always this hardcore?”

 

Secretary Jin replied, “Seems like it.”

 

The entire venue was filled with various metallic and mechanical elements, making it look more like a factory than a banquet hall, which was quite unusual.

 

The Queen and the Commander were standing together in front, looking exceptionally harmonious. She was dressed in a red gown today, and her complexion had improved significantly. Her once innocent appearance had transformed into something entirely different. She seemed to sense Jian Luo’s gaze and looked over.

 

Jian Luo quickly averted his eyes.

 

The Queen might have choked on something because she suddenly started coughing violently, gasping for breath. Her hand holding the red wine glass trembled, causing some of it to spill.

 

The Commander was anxious, “Vanessa, Vanessa?”

 

The Queen’s face turned pale, and she shook her head lightly, “I’m fine, Your Majesty. You don’t need to worry.”

 

“Where’s the royal physician? The royal physician?” The Commander looked around frantically, finally spotting Jian Luo. He hurried over and said, “Can the divine physician take a look at my beloved Consort?”

 

Jian Luo hesitated for a moment, “Of course.”

 

He took a few steps forward to stand beside the Queen. She whispered, “I feel a bit short of breath. It’s nothing serious, divine physician, don’t worry. I’ll rest in my room.”

 

That was just perfect.

 

Jian Luo stepped back a pace, “In that case, Your Excellency, please go and rest.”

 

The Queen smiled and stepped down, saying, “Luo Luo, if you have the chance, you can come back and play here.”

 

Jian Luo nodded.

 

With the Queen’s departure, his nervous energy dissipated somewhat, but he couldn’t shake the feeling that this woman was quite peculiar.

 

Secretary Jin, who was nearby, was eating, “These energy candies on Industrial Star are really good.”

 

Jian Luo, after taking a bite, savored the taste and praised, “Indeed, they are.”

 

However, something unexpected happened. Soon after eating, his stomach began to feel uncomfortable.

 

This can’t be right…

 

Jian Luo furrowed his brow and told Secretary Jin, “I need to use the restroom.”

 

Secretary Jin was still eating, and not far away, Lu Shifeng was finalizing some discussions with the Commander. She said, “I’ll come with you.”

 

Jian Luo didn’t want a girl to accompany him to the restroom, so he replied, “Wait for me outside.”

 

Secretary Jin agreed.

 

After entering the restroom and relieving his discomfort, Jian Luo sighed and decided that he would avoid eating alien food in the future. It didn’t seem to agree with his digestion.

 

As he turned to leave the restroom, just as he was about to step out, a protective shield blocked his way. Then, a figure wearing a red dress appeared in the doorway. It was the Queen.

 

Jian Luo asked, “Your Excellency?”

 

The Queen leaned against the door, “You’re not going outside?”

 

Jian Luo said as he washed his hands, “I’m going outside. But it’s almost as if I expected you to be here, considering you’ve had your eye on me for a while.”

 

The Queen even admired Jian Luo’s boldness by now.

 

She straightened up a bit, “Aren’t you afraid of what I might do to you?”

 

Jian Luo shook his head, “If I were you, I wouldn’t be foolish enough to take action. At least there’s some value in me as a hostage.”

 

The Queen chuckled, “So, did you intentionally let me succeed?”

 

Jian Luo shook his head, “I’m not supporting you.”

 

There was a moment of silence in the air.

 

The Queen’s face darkened, and after a while, she said, “You know, he forced me to steal, to treat me during my illness. You’ve seen the bruises on my body. On the surface, he treats me well, but in private, he’s been abusive. If I don’t feign illness, he’d subject me to even more torture.”

 

Jian Luo let out a soft sigh.

 

The Queen leaned against the door, “I need your help. Your man is Lu Shifeng, and even if you do something, no one will dare to hold you responsible.”

 

That was her plan.

 

Jian Luo scoffed, “Do you think I’m a fool? If I help you, what about Dragon Brother’s order for protective shields? And you’re joking about the lives of the soldiers in the military. Do you think I’m a saint?”

 

The Queen looked surprised. She stood up straight, incredulously gazing at Jian Luo, “You really care about those people?”

 

Jian Luo, “…”

 

Not really, I just don’t want to die.

 

Jian Luo looked at the red-eyed Queen and thought back to the injuries he had seen when diagnosing her illness. It left him feeling sympathetic. He had always been against domestic violence and mind control, even with Lu Shifeng. Although Lu Shifeng often appeared domineering, in reality, he was very gentle and considerate.

 

In their relationship, when Jian Luo said no, Lu Shifeng wouldn’t force him. Moreover, Lu Shifeng was not a dictator; they could discuss any issue, no matter how frustrating it might be. They always found a reasonable solution.

 

Jian Luo considered for a moment, “What’s your plan?”

 

Seeing a slight softening in his attitude, the Queen continued, “Luo Luo, I already have someone ready to receive me. I’ve made thorough preparations for this day, all to escape the grasp of these people.”

 

Jian Luo was a little surprised but nodded, “Then why bother stopping me?”

 

The Queen removed the protective shield and approached Jian Luo, taking his hand, “Let’s leave together!”

 

Jian Luo, “?!!”

 

Standing in front of him, the woman in the red dress took out a magnet from her pocket, a style Jian Luo had seen on the Dark Star. She said, “This can disable the tracking device specially designed by the Dark Star. I’ve been in the palace all this time just to obtain this magnet. When your Dark Star’s warship passed by, they removed the magnet for the protective shields, and I managed to copy one.”

 

“Beep.”

 

Before Jian Luo’s eyes, the Queen’s information bracelet was deactivated.

 

Jian Luo stared, “You really opened it.”

“Luo Luo, I genuinely want to save you. I can see that you’re not truly willing to be with him either, because there is love between you. I am a telepath, and I can sense it.” The Queen tied up her hair, revealing the wounds on her neck. She continued, “And I have some knowledge about Dark Star. Some things I don’t know if you’re aware of, but I must tell you…”

 

Jian Luo asked, “What?”

 

The Queen smiled and said, “If you think Lu Shifeng truly loves you, you’re mistaken. If I remember correctly, during the upheaval on Dark Star, when the planet’s magnetic field was disturbed and the environment became harsh, each planet has its own unique energy. For this, Lu Shifeng ordered the slaughter of many lower civilizations and took their planet’s core crystals.”

 

Jian Luo stared at her, unable to believe what he was hearing.

 

“The Earth, the mother planet of humanity, was also on that list,” the Queen said to convince him. “Have you ever found Dark Star to be strange? Why are there infertility and physical deficiencies among their people? It’s because they were a doomed race to begin with, but they forcibly altered their fate by taking the energy from other planets.”

 

Jian Luo’s face darkened, and he asked, “So, what are you saying?”

 

The Queen waved her hand, “My planet was also on the list. The act of taking the planet’s core was taboo, and most civilizations that were affected were eradicated. Only a few exceptions exist, and I am one of them. I was taken. As for humanity, the reason why they are kept by the people of Dark Star might be a way for the Dark Star to delude themselves and seek redemption.”

 

Jian Luo’s heart was racing, his palms were sweaty, and he resisted, “Do you have any evidence?”

 

The Queen didn’t argue, “Whether it’s true or not, you will find out one day. I don’t need to deceive you. I’m just telling you the truth. Today is the only chance to escape. If you miss it, the next opportunity may be much harder to come by. I’ve already chosen a place where no one will find us, and we can start over. There will be no inequality there, and no one will force us to do anything. Will you come with me?”

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Chapter 95 – “Do you understand what I mean?”

 

The barrage of viewers went into a frenzy.

 

The Dark Star people had been childless for so many years, and while they were powerful, no one dared to mock them for their deadly weakness. But that didn’t mean they wouldn’t feel difficult and sad about not having children.

 

Just like ordinary people walking down the street, seeing someone holding a child’s hand, seeing someone shopping for their child, seeing someone preparing for pregnancy, and someone struggling with the idea of having a child. Whether happy or sad, it was something that made people envious.

 

And now, a hologram made them feel the fetal movements!

 

Life!

 

“I’m crying.”

 

“Ah, little one, I love you.”

 

“Please, can the streamer start broadcasting?”

 

Almost everyone who had activated the hologram felt the happiness of the fetal movements, and such feelings were not common in everyone’s lives.

 

The Dark Star people were not short of money; on the contrary, they were very generous. As long as they were moved enough, they wouldn’t be stingy.

 

For a while, the gifts in the entire live stream room kept coming, densely packed. Jian Luo’s live stream room had climbed to the top of the Dark Star’s live broadcast ranking. It had always hovered around the fourth or fifth position, but this small event had quickly pushed it to the top.

 

“Brothers, it’s worth investing.”

 

“Amazing, I’ve experienced the feeling of fetal movements in my lifetime.”

 

“Streamer, I’m following you now!”

 

Jian Luo hadn’t expected this. He had wanted to do a cooking live stream, but the baby in his belly casually stretched and turned over, and suddenly, he became popular.

 

Is this an unfair world?

 

Jian Luo put his mask back on and said, “Alright, let’s continue cooking the boiled fish.”

 

The fire in the pot was almost ready, and he opened the lid while talking to the audience. “As I mentioned earlier, when preparing this fish, you should mix it with starch. This way, it won’t become too tender, and it will have a better texture.”

 

The soup in the pot was almost ready, bubbling with hot steam. The aroma of chili, which had always been a food that could touch the heartstrings of anyone just by its smell, filled the air. He put the fish into the pot and added the prepared side dishes.

 

Jian Luo explained, “I’ve chosen bean sprouts and potatoes for the side dishes, but you can use whatever you like, it doesn’t have to be the same as mine.”

 

The viewers expressed dissatisfaction with the fish:

 

“This fish has too many bones.”

 

“Ah, I hate it, it’s so fishy.”

 

“Meow? I think it’s okay.”

 

“Streamer, eat less, don’t hurt the baby with the bones.”

 

Jian Luo was shocked by the barrage of comments. In the eyes of the Dark Star people, what did a human look like, and how could bones harm the baby?

 

After some thought, Jian Luo said, “Don’t worry, I’ve chosen a fish with fewer bones, and it won’t be a problem. Moreover, for the fishy smell, I’ve done some preparation to remove it. Some people may not have done this step and cooked it directly, which is why it may be fishy.”

 

His secretary handed him a cup of Red Heart Dragon Fruit Juice.

 

Jian Luo accepted it and said, “Thank you.”

 

This cup of milk tea quickly caught the attention of many people. Dark Star people usually drank nutrient solutions, which were typically green. Who would have something so bright and eye-catching as red?

 

“What is the streamer drinking?”

 

“It looks really good.”

 

“Ah, why is it so sweet?”

 

According to the shared taste sensation of the hologram, the taste of the Red Heart Dragon Fruit was truly exceptional. It was sweet with a hint of sourness, which balanced out the sweetness. One sip made people want to take another, as if it would never get boring. The little soft pearls inside the Dragon Fruit were delightful to chew, and the flavor was unmatched.

 

Jian Luo took a few sips and explained, “This is Dragon Fruit juice.”

 

Dark Star people were stunned.

 

Before this, they were aware of Dragon Fruit, and the vast majority of them had eaten it. However, the taste had been very unsatisfactory, bitter and very sour. According to the Dragon Fruit’s lore, it should only taste sweet when consumed by the pregnant father. Everyone knew that pregnant fathers experienced sweetness, but they had never imagined it would be like this! This was completely different from the taste of their beverage!

 

“I’m crying.”

“It’s too good.”

“But maybe only he can taste this flavor.”

 

Jian Luo saw that many people were talking about this drink in the barrage and said, “No, actually, I tried to make a milk tea, and the taste for those who aren’t pregnant is not bad either. But the amount of Red Heart Dragon Fruit available for sale in bulk is limited. If you like it, I can use other fruits to make juice.”

 

After all, he was relatively poor now, and he needed to make money in any way he could.

 

The audience responded enthusiastically:

 

“Damn, this fruit is so sweet.”

 

“I’m in on this project!”

 

“Man, when will nutrient solutions taste this good? Is thos why am I so thin?”

 

Since Jian Luo started thinking about making money, he began paying attention to the barrage, the preferences of these wealthy patrons, and where the money was going.

 

It seemed that his general direction was correct. How could there be no Happy Fat Otaku Water without snacks?

 

Jian Luo said, “I’ll try to research it, and I’ll share it with everyone as soon as it’s available.”

 

The fish in the pot had started to emit a tantalizing aroma. Jian Luo took the opportunity to add the seasoning, and the fish in the pot was cooked to perfection, with tender meat and a delightful spicy flavor.

 

Jian Luo held up a piece of fish for the camera, making it clear for everyone. “When you’re eating, do be careful of the thorns. The finished product looks like this.”

 

Originally, some viewers were concerned that it might be fishy, but when the actual dish came out, most of them were completely satisfied.

 

“No fishy taste at all.”

 

“Darn, this is so good.”

 

“I can’t handle the spiciness, ahh.”

 

Jian Luo shared some with the secretary and took a few bites himself. He noticed that some viewers couldn’t handle the spiciness and fell into deep thought. Indeed, it would be better to consider everyone’s tastes. Now that he was pregnant, he naturally prioritized his own preferences, choosing to make dishes that were spicier and more flavorful. But since he was aiming to make money, he realized he needed to be more considerate of others.

 

After finishing the dish, Jian Luo continued to interact with the audience. Just as he was about to close the backstage window, he received a message from Jiang Jiang. He opened the message and found that most of them were about Da Yu.

 

Jiang Jiang: “Luo Luo, I heard about what happened with Da Yu. Don’t be angry, he didn’t mean to trouble you intentionally. It’s just that some viewers couldn’t understand the situation, and it caused an argument. Don’t be mad.”

 

Jian Luo replied: “It’s okay, I don’t mind.”

 

Jiang Jiang: “Luo Luo, most of our streamers have schedules. Usually, the bigger ones avoid each other. How about I give you the schedule so you can check and try to avoid streaming at the same time as someone else? It’s not that you’re afraid of them, but it might reduce the conflicts among your fans.”

 

Jian Luo, while peeling edamame with his secretary, replied through voice messages, “My schedule isn’t fixed. I stream when I have time, so I can’t specifically avoid someone.”

 

Jiang Jiang was in a bit of a dilemma.

 

Jian Luo felt a bit exhausted. He said, “I’ll post a statement on the Star Network to clarify the situation and ask everyone not to bring this up elsewhere.”

 

Jiang Jiang was relieved. “Thank you!”

 

Jian Luo felt like he had solved the issue, but he hadn’t expected that after chatting with Jiang Jiang, he received another private message. Without much thought, he opened the window.

 

Da Yu: “Are you there?”

 

“…”

 

Jian Luo remained silent for a while, then replied, “Yes, what’s up?”

 

“Sorry about today,” Da Yu messaged him. “Next time, if a situation like this arises, I’ll stop streaming.”

 

Jian Luo: “?”

 

Da Yu: “You don’t mind?”

 

Jian Luo: “There’s no need for that.”

 

Did this guy really think he was so petty? In fact, he didn’t take this kind of thing seriously at all. These fans of the Dark Star people were not as tough as the keyboard warriors of the 21st century.

 

Da Yu: “You’re not mad?”

 

Jian Luo typed, “Why would I be mad? You haven’t caused any impact on me, but I may have affected your popularity, right? You don’t need to apologize. Let’s both do our best!”

 

Da Yu wanted to say something more, but after showing “typing” for a while, he deleted it and didn’t say anything in the end.

 

Jian Luo wasn’t in the mood to comfort him. He quickly closed the window.

 

“Ding dong.”

 

The sound of knocking came from the door.

 

Jian Luo paused in his edamame-peeling, looking curiously at his secretary. “Is Long Ge back?”

 

The secretary stood up. “He shouldn’t be back. The Marshal has a meeting today, and he won’t return until the evening. How could he be back so soon?”

 

She went to open the door, and the person standing there surprised her.

 

The Queen smiled at her. “I hope I’m not disturbing you.”

 

The secretary stepped aside. “Your Majesty, what brings you here?”

 

“We met briefly during a banquet, and I’ve been wanting to visit Mr. Jian ever since. I hope I’m not causing any inconvenience.”

 

Jian Luo stood up when he saw her. “Not at all.”

 

The Queen had a delicate and gentle appearance, exuding the aura of a friendly neighbor. She smelled the delicious aroma in the room and sighed sincerely, “It smells so good.”

 

Jian Luo gestured towards the fish. “I made some home-cooked dishes. I hope you don’t mind.”

 

The Queen looked at the fish on the table, her eyes widened, but her politeness didn’t allow her to say anything. She said, “I’ve come at mealtime; I didn’t realize. I can come back another time.”

 

The secretary, exhausted in the background, understood too much.

 

Jian Luo smiled, “No problem, the food isn’t ready yet. If you don’t mind waiting, you can stay and eat together.”

 

“Would that be too much trouble?”

 

“Just one more pair of chopsticks.”

 

Perhaps deep down, there was always the warmth of the Chinese people. Humans were social animals, and gathering together was natural.

 

But for the Dark Star people, and even those from Industrial Star, it was quite an unusual occurrence.

 

Even the Queen had low expectations and didn’t think Jian Luo would agree.

 

The Queen was moved and said, “Thank you.”

 

Jian Luo replied, “You’re welcome.”

 

Since the dishes were not cooked yet and there was no rice steamed, Jian Luo asked the Queen to wait a bit. He continued peeling edamame beans and asked about the Queen’s health to prepare medication for her later.

 

The Queen asked, “Can I help out with anything?”

 

Jian Luo didn’t let her do anything. “No need.”

 

The Queen was very polite and said, “It’s no trouble; I’m not that delicate. Let me help.”

 

Jian Luo refused, “No, my concern is that you have asthma, and it might hinder more than help.”

 

“…”

 

Jian Luo was a stubborn man.

 

After peeling all the vegetables, Jian Luo began preparing the stir-fry. During this time, he finally understood one of the Queen’s peculiar symptoms.

 

The Queen’s condition was unique. She had been brought back by the King from the Strong Star, and her body was partially weak due to illness and partially due to the psychological stress she suffered, leading to depression. The reason the Queen felt close to him had a lot to do with the fact that she thought she was “stolen” back by him.

 

“…”

 

A strange logic.

 

Jian Luo tried to explain, “In fact, the Marshal didn’t force me to do anything.”

 

The Queen lowered her gaze and spoke with some difficulty, “I understand. In fact, he didn’t force me either.”

 

No, you don’t understand.

 

Jian Luo didn’t know how to comfort her and simply said, “I can try to help you manage your asthma, but you need to pull yourself together as well. Since things have come to this point, hurting your own body won’t help, right?”

 

The Queen’s eyelashes trembled, and she looked at the healthy and cheerful Jian Luo. “Your attitude is admirable.”

 

“…”

 

You’ve probably misunderstood something.

 

After all the dishes were stir-fried, Jian Luo served a portion to wait for Long Shi Feng to return after his meeting. Then he placed the remaining food on the table. “Let’s eat.”

 

The Queen sat down and picked up a piece of water-boiled fish, which she had been craving. She put it in her mouth and exclaimed, “Mmm!”

 

Jian Luo paused with his chopsticks. “What’s wrong?”

 

“It’s spicy.” The Queen’s eyes were watery. “It’s so good.”

 

Jian Luo said, “You can’t eat too much spice with your asthma. A couple of bites should satisfy your craving. Have some more vegetables.”

 

“…”

 

The Queen felt a bit downhearted. Her love for spicy food exceeded Jian Luo’s expectations. She said, “If you could leave this here, I could eat it for the rest of my life.”

 

Jian Luo said, “You can watch my live stream, and you’ll get the full holographic experience.”

 

The Queen asked, “The interstellar Live Stream?”

 

Jian Luo paused, suddenly realizing a question he had overlooked all this time. Why had he been streaming exclusively on Dark Star? Why not expand to the entire Interstellar network? It could potentially bring in more money, couldn’t it? He decided to discuss this with Jiang Jiang later.

 

Jian Luo said, “I’ll consider that. Additionally, if you ever want to eat physical food, I’ll check if there are delivery or frozen food services available.”

 

The Queen commented, “There are very few such services available in Interstellar now.”

 

Jian Luo’s chopsticks paused as he recognized another business opportunity. Selling services! It was amazing how his perspective had changed since he started thinking about making money. There were opportunities everywhere. These ideas seemed quite feasible, but it would require some effort.

 

Jian Luo said, “If we only cater to individual orders, it might not be cost-effective, and we might end up losing money.”

 

The Queen suggested, “We could bulk deliver. For example, this water-boiled fish dish, we can have people on our planet group together and place orders in bulk when we reach a certain quantity.”

 

An entrepreneurial genius! Jian Luo thought it made sense.

 

The Queen added, “Even for those who are not well-off, they can use resources as an exchange. For example, our Industrial Star produces energy stones. Could we arrange resource exchange?”

 

Jian Luo’s eyes lit up. “Energy stones?”

 

The Queen asked, “You’re probably not familiar with them, right? People like us have nothing to do with things like energy stones that are used for planetary development. You humans should consider yourselves lucky to be associated with the Marshal and enjoy your blessings.”

 

Jian Luo said, “I’m sorry; I might need those.”

 

“…”

 

After finishing the meal, they went their separate ways.

 

Jian Luo was now brimming with enthusiasm, eager to put his plans into action one by one. He decided to take a shower before starting.

 

He rummaged through his closet, and he realized that the clothes he had taken from the military ship were all sealed in bags, and he had never opened them. He randomly picked one of the bags and headed to the bathroom.

 

After the shower, when he opened the bag to change clothes, he was dumbfounded. The clothes in the bag were tiger-striped and looked thick but were surprisingly lightweight. He was sure he hadn’t bought this outfit, and their wardrobe mostly consisted of military uniforms, with his being the only colorful one. This outfit seemed quite flashy and colorful, so it must be his.

 

Where did it come from?

 

Jian Luo wracked his brain, trying to remember. Finally, he recalled that it was a gift from Aya! What kind of clothes was it?

 

As soon as he put it on, he understood Aya’s intention. But it was beyond words:

 

The clothes had a little tail at the back, allowing it to wag playfully. The top was very loose and comfortable, with a hood that had two fuzzy little ears, giving it a cute and lively look.

 

“…”

 

Aya, what are you up to?

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T/N: Hey there! There is plenty more where that came from, so stay tuned! And stay healthy! Straighten your posture, so some stretches and drink some water before continuing hehe~

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