Chapter 92

Approaching someone without an introduction is extremely impolite, let alone openly proposing love.

However, both the Emperor Star and the Fei clan were new-style nobles who were pragmatists and promoted new etiquette, emphasizing practicality.

Therefore, a progressive female soldier who had not been poisoned by traditional aristocratic education fell in love at first sight with a handsome male insect at a banquet.

He stared intently at the other person, who was dressed in a black tuxedo, with a perfect and tall figure. He saw the other person smile and nod, with a faint, cool yet friendly expression on their face. His first reaction was to boldly confess his feelings.

This impulsive, yet brave, young female soldier.

She chose the fiery Elune flower and offered it to the object of her affection, hoping to express her passionate love.

"Sir."

The young female insect used progressive honorifics.

Toto was talking to a familiar officer when he heard the question and politely turned around.

A well-dressed, tall, and athletic female insect, clearly a progressive, smiled shyly and said, "My name is Clayderman. May I ask your name?"

The officer next to Toto glanced up at the second floor without making a sound.

Toto didn't notice the officer's subtle movements. He was having a headache dealing with the guests when he suddenly found someone who seemed like a nice conversationalist to kill time. With a calm expression, he extended his hand in a friendly manner: "Mr. Clayderman, my name is Toregia."

Clayderman shook his hand, offering the blue Elune flower—a symbol of loyalty and love—with sincere eyes: "May I have the honor of spending this night with you?"

Toto's expression froze for three seconds before he suddenly realized that he had reached the age where he could receive the Elune Flower.

This flower blooms not only in the Federation, but also on the grasslands.

It represents the order of life, a single flower and leaf, pure love and loyalty, uniqueness and faith.

However, because of his close relationship with Professor Arnold, rumors circulated at the university that he would also devote himself to scientific research, so he did not experience such troubles.

This public appearance carries the implication that a mature male insect is waiting for his Elune Flower to be passed on to eligible females of the same rank.

However, Fei did not tell him.

This aloof and cold female insect acts as Toregia's friend, elder, and guardian, but she doesn't know how to deal with the psychological changes that male insects experience during puberty. She can only rely on her common sense to deduce step by step that she should let go.

Toto has never been in a relationship.

He hadn't even thought about this question, about marriage, about partners, about how to build an intimate relationship with his insect.

He didn't know what kind of female insect he liked, and it seemed that he wasn't attracted to anyone and didn't have any particular favorite.

At this moment, he widened his eyes slightly in surprise, then gave an awkward but polite smile: "This, please... excuse me for refusing."

Clayderman was immediately filled with disappointment. Normally, he should have walked away after being rejected, but what could he do when he was a progressive female soldier?

He mustered his courage again: "Is there anything about me that doesn't suit your taste?"

Preferences?

I wouldn't say that.

Toto was both amused and exasperated. He didn't send Clayderman away, but instead invited him to sit down, brought him a glass of juice, and said seriously, "No, I think... if we've only just met, we should get to know each other better to make sure we're not mistaken, so as not to... cause a tragedy."

Clayderman was flattered. The other party's equal and calm attitude made him want to get closer. He looked at the male insect's brooch and said softly, "You are a green medallion, so you should try more and go on more dates during the social season. Don't waste time. That way you can find the most suitable mate."

"And look."

“I serve in the military, come from a wealthy family, and am in good health, which can guarantee your quality of life. My rank is only one level higher than yours. I can guarantee that after being with you, I will never have any contact with male insects again in my life, even if you leave me first.”

"Cough cough."

The officer next to Toto suddenly coughed loudly.

Clayderman stood up, very seriously: "Could you consider going on a date with me? Please."

Behind Clayderman appeared a pair of long legs encased in pure black military trousers. Looking up, there was a mechanical style, mainly in cool silver accents, with a straight chest and breast badge.

Fei Chaotto nodded and naturally sat down beside him, crossing his legs, interlocking his fingers, and gazing at Clayderman with a refined and gentle look.

The appearance of the female soldier filled the air with a suffocating silence.

Clayderman's expression slowly froze, and he subconsciously straightened his chest and raised his head, his posture upright: "Commander."

Fei smiled slightly: "I hope I haven't disturbed you, but if Toregia is willing, you are welcome to come for afternoon tea."

Toto was at a loss for words. He had originally wanted to ask where Fei had gone after the banquet began.

However, thinking that the other party was busy and probably working, I didn't ask any further questions.

Given the strange atmosphere, Toto thought for a moment and handed over his personal terminal: "Do you have a terminal number?"

The sudden appearance of his notoriously strict and unsmiling boss transformed Clayderman from a brave hunter into a timid recruit. He was as quiet as a chicken and sat on pins and needles. Upon Toto's signal, he opened the terminal network within three seconds.

[bite--]

The notification sound indicates that a friend has been successfully added.

Clayderman saluted Fei, then pointed to the terminal at Toto and quickly left.

Toto and Fei remained silent, with Toto feeling that Fei seemed to be holding the same expression for a little too long.

Fei snorted calmly.

He stood up and asked with concern, "Sir, you don't look well. Would you like to rest?"

The male insect's gaze was approachable and calm, a deep gray, like a snowy winter day.

He didn't mind Fei's sudden interruption, nor did he care whether Fei's words were inappropriate.

He genuinely cared for him.

Fei suddenly wondered if his feelings were truly as the guard officer had said, and if the other party would calmly accept him? Because to Tregear, he was a very important person.

If Fei were still at an impulsive and reckless age, he would act recklessly.

That vague, ambiguous feeling is enough.

Kefei is not.

He was more composed than a young man, more clear-headed than an old man, and more unwilling to let Toregia be hurt than to be selfish, regardless of whether the hurt was a possession disguised as love.

Fei was rational and magnanimous enough.

He gazed at the young, handsome male insect, a slight chuckle playing on his lips, and rubbed his forehead with a smile.

"I feel fine."

Toto said, "That's good."

The lights were dim, and soft, romantic music flowed like a clear spring. People strolled in twos and threes in the hall, exchanging smiles and forming groups.

Fei felt a pang of melancholy. He lowered his eyelashes and extended a hand to Toregia.

Toto was surprised for a moment, but quickly realized what was happening and, in cooperation with Fei, took his hand and glided into the dance floor.

The guard officer stood to one side with his arms crossed, clicking his tongue and shaking his head.

Clayderman was right next to him, staring at the crowd dancing in the dance floor, and said disappointedly, "Sir, why do I have to go on a business trip to another planet today?"

The guard officer glanced at him: "You're not happy about the promotion?"

Clayderman took off his hat: "I'm happy, but I only just..."

The guard patted him on the shoulder: "Do you know the saying among space pirates, 'An old yurt catches fire'?"

After thinking for a while and failing to make a contact, Clayderman said humbly, "Sir, I don't understand."

The guard officer said leisurely, "Stupid as an ox."

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