Chapter 69: Relentless Pursuit (Second Update)

It's not spring yet, and the air is a bit chilly.

The flowers in the park next to the school were tricked into blooming by the slightly higher temperature a few days ago. Now that the temperature has dropped a bit, the petals that were tricked into blooming have fallen to the ground in scattered pieces.

On the blue pavement, the occasional pink and white wildflowers added a touch of bright color. The park was built around a lake, so even the lake water occasionally reflected some bright petals.

This scenery has a unique charm. If it were before, Qi Shaoyou would definitely have taken some photos here to remember the place.

But right now, all she could think about was marriage. Even though Su Yan wouldn't remember him after tonight, Qi Shaoyou was still uneasy.

The two walked along the lakeside, and Qi Shaoyou subconsciously urged Su Yan to move a little further in. The slightly cool weather and the chill rising from the lake water could sometimes cause a cold.

"How...how did you come up with the idea of ​​getting married?" Qi Shaoyou thought for a long time before stammering out his question.

Su Yan watched as Qi Shaoyou carefully protected her, even though he was slightly taller than her, he didn't dare to look at her even once.

How could she possibly think she could convincingly portray a lecherous man?

Su Yan also wanted to know who gave Qi Shaoyou the courage.

"I've thought about your initial conditions, and I can only accept doing this with my wife." Su Yan's voice remained indifferent, and she only glanced at Qi Shaoyou out of the corner of her eye.

Qi Shaoyou felt like she had shot herself in the foot; her face stiffened, never expecting Su Yan to say such a thing.

"Actually... you can refuse me or give me something else in exchange." Qi Shaoyou cleared his throat, not daring to look at Su Yan at all.

After all, these requests were made by her. Considering that they probably wouldn't have much contact in the future, Qi Shaoyou pulled Su Yan back.

"If you don't want to do this, you should refuse me, even if you regret it. Instead of choosing to marry me, Su Yan, you have the right to control your own life."

"This is your life. If you can live a better life by breaking your promise, then break it. People who make such demands are no good either."

Without realizing it, Qi Shaoyou accidentally cursed himself as well.

However, she couldn't worry about that now. What if Su Yan still held the same idea after she disappeared?

To risk one's entire life to keep a promise? And then spend the rest of one's life doing things one dislikes? Qi Shaoyou didn't want Su Yan to live that kind of life.

She looked at Su Yan, and the wickedness she usually deliberately displayed in front of Su Yan vanished. Qi Shaoyou's slightly cold face now appeared exceptionally handsome due to his seriousness.

"What I'm saying to you is indeed somewhat contradictory. So, you must be careful of people who say one thing and do another in the future."

Qi Shaoyou spoke rudely and scolded himself again.

Su Yan didn't smile, but tiny glimmers of a smile slipped from the corners of her eyes.

"As for the agreed-upon compensation, I've recently developed a liking for someone else's pheromones. So, I don't want it..."

Before she could finish the last word, the smile in Su Yan's eyes vanished. She grabbed Qi Shaoyou by the collar, forcing her to lower her head.

The intense, almost overwhelming scent of roses was intoxicating. The slightly lingering fragrance of roses traveled from Su Yan's lips to Qi Shaoyou's.

"It smells so good!" That was the first thought in Qi Shaoyou's mind. Wait, why is she kissing him again?!

Qi Shaoyou distanced himself from her, and no matter how many times she was kissed, she couldn't stop blushing.

"I know what you mean, Qi Shaoyou." After being forcibly pulled away from her loved one, Su Yan showed little embarrassment on her face, only her ear tips turned red.

"Please don't misunderstand, my wanting to marry you means I like you." Upon hearing this, Qi Shaoyou took a step back.

But as soon as she took a step back, Su Yan took a step forward.

"If you still don't understand, Qi Shaoyou, I like you." Su Yan looked directly into Qi Shaoyou's eyes, giving him no chance to back down.

Even if it's just elm wood, Su Yan is prepared to pry it open today.

"I...no...I..." Qi Shaoyou's mind went blank; the person in front of her was too close. She couldn't help but take another step back, and Su Yan followed in her footsteps.

"You like me." Su Yan pressed closer, not letting Qi Shaoyou avoid her gaze.

"Are you kidding me...?"

Qi Shaoyou felt very guilty; she had no idea what answer she should give.

"I only liked your pheromones. I have other pheromones I like now." Qi Shaoyou forced himself to stay calm, trying to convince Su Yan that he was telling the truth.

"Then look me in the eyes and say it." Su Yan gave Qi Shaoyou no room to maneuver.

"I also want to know, what pheromones smell so good?" Su Yan's beautiful face remained expressionless, as cool and aloof as the bright moon in the sky.

But! Mingyue wouldn't ask her who she liked now! Qi Shaoyou was so anxious that he felt like he was about to break out in a sweat when he heard Su Yan block his way out.

"Does it smell like jasmine or peach?" As soon as Su Yanqing's clear voice came out, Qi Shaoyou didn't need to think too much about it.

“I like them all. Actually, I’m a fickle woman. Su Yan, you deserve a better, more devoted alpha.” Qi Shaoyou went along with Su Yan’s words.

At this rate, Qi Shaoyou is prepared to get beaten up. After all, it's normal for someone who isn't faithful to be punished.

She closed her eyes, bracing herself for the impending pain. After the beating was over, she casually remarked, "We were never together, so of course I can like someone else."

Just thinking about it in his mind, Qi Shaoyou felt that these words were really a bit scummy.

Su Yan glanced at her watch; it was almost time. The woman should have already made the call she needed to make.

She looked at the person in front of her with their eyes closed and their hands clenched into fists and found them somewhat adorable.

The expected pain did not come; instead, Qi Shaoyou received a warm hug.

She suddenly opened her eyes and instinctively hugged the person in her arms.

"Thank you." Su Yan's voice was very soft, so soft that only the two people embracing could hear it.

"However, Qi Shaoyou, I cannot give you what you want."

Freedom and death, I can no longer deliver them to you after we have met.

Su Yan's sudden remark left Qi Shaoyou somewhat confused. However, she could see that Su Yan slightly raised her head, her eyes filled with apology but even more so with determination.

This is not good! This is very bad! Qi Shaoyou felt a sense of unease.

Why do I always feel like she was somehow set up?

"I'll transfer the money I owed you before. Please leave your bank account number, Qi." Su Yan released Qi Shaoyou gracefully, and the distance between them returned to normal.

Paying money? Does that mean we're even? Qi Shaoyou's newly raised wariness subsided again because of Su Yan's action.

"No need, you can donate that money to charity. My intentions were impure, so I deserve to lose money."

Qi Shaoyou even considered directly announcing his intention to become a monk. However, considering the possibility of provoking Su Yan, Qi Shaoyou decided it was best to avoid such a misdeed.

In this life, she'd rather play it safe. She doesn't want to take any risks at all right now!

"Okay, whatever you say." Su Yan nodded very lightly, making her words seem somewhat casual.

After the distance between the two was deliberately widened, a hint of resentment would flash through Qi Shaoyou's heart.

This resentment stemmed from the fact that Su Yan was controlling the pace of their game. A competitive spirit inadvertently surfaced, only to be quickly suppressed by Qi Shaoyou's rationality.

This familiar sense of control always gave Qi Shaoyou some unpleasant thoughts.

It seems that in some world, she looks up at Su Yan and lets her control and manipulate her.

Then, she would reluctantly make Su Yan do some things...

Brake! Qi Shaoyou realized that Su Yan had almost unlocked his emotional and memory modules.

"Ahem, I was wrong about what happened before." Qi Shaoyou wanted to say something more, but then he heard Su Yan politely say goodbye and turn to leave.

Judging from their expressions, it seemed as if the person who had just taken the initiative to kiss them was not Su Yan but Qi Shaoyou.

Feeling cheated, Qi Shaoyou dragged his exhausted body back to his dormitory.

As soon as she returned to the dormitory, Chenping and 0527 surrounded her.

Unusually, these two gossipy guys didn't ask what had just happened.

"Old Qi, I have a question."

"You say you want to tamper with the system's underlying logic, but tampering itself requires sufficient space. Lao Qi, are you prepared?"

While observing Qi Shaoyou's expression, Chen Ping put his arm around her shoulder and said, "If you're not prepared, 0527 and I can also take on this part of the work."

0527 held her belly and looked at her boss who was giving her a determined look.

"0527..." Qi Shaoyou had barely opened his mouth when 0527 rushed towards the toilet.

"It seems her body is becoming more and more human-like. Let's involve her in our discussion later." Chen Ping looked at 0527 and sighed.

"I've already determined the exact locations, but I won't know which places they are until tomorrow."

"When the emotion module was blocked, my test results were also blocked along with it." Qi Shaoyou didn't think too much about it and told Chen Ping directly.

After listening with a frown, Chen Ping nodded. Just as the phone call had said, Lao Qi was as cunning as a dishwashing sponge!

However, once the most powerful GPS is installed, what difference does it make whether she has any cunning or not?

Concealing the address and tampering with the system's underlying logic? That's simply impossible.

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Tomorrow! I can finally write about my senior's dream! [Sprinkling flowers]

Senior's dream is finished! Now I can write about Lao Qi being chased by women and opening the emotional module! Hehehehehe (wild laughter) [sunglasses]