Chapter 44 Testing: Do you like the way I look now?
Shen Qingzhu is very good at observing people's words and expressions.
So with just one glance, he could tell that Ji Mingxue was a little uneasy and embarrassed at the moment.
It seems... she is afraid of being rejected by him.
As a member of the Ji family, Ji Mingxue was born into a noble family and was a true nobleman. Although Shen Qingzhu had only met him a few times, he could still tell that Ji Mingxue was a very proud person.
For such a proud person, bringing a small cake to him and asking him if he wanted to eat it together was probably the limit of what Ji Mingxue could do.
Shen Qingzhu knew that Ji Mingxue was apologizing to him.
Probably because of the deliberate alienation during the previous month.
Shen Qingzhu was not the type of person who liked to make things difficult for others, and Ji Mingxue's face and eyes were a little red now, and it was obvious that she had mustered up the courage to come to him.
Shen Qingzhu lowered her eyes slightly and smiled, responding in a gentle voice, "Okay."
Then he took the lead and walked towards an empty pavilion nearby.
Behind him, Ji Mingxue, who received a positive response, couldn't help but frown.
Although they didn't say anything, Ji Mingxue knew that Shen Qingzhu had forgiven him for his deliberate alienation in the previous month.
He looked at Shen Qingzhu's tall and straight back almost greedily, and thought, how come this man's back could be so handsome!
If moods could be materialized, Ji Mingxue's surroundings would probably be filled with happy flowers by now.
Ji Mingxue followed quickly.
The self-service facilities at the Imperial University are complete. Even in the small pavilions that can be found everywhere, there are still various drinks and teas available.
Ji Mingxue brought a piece of bright orange fruit cake with orange and mango flavor.
This was the small cake that Shen Qingzhu had eaten two pieces of at the "Lu Ming Banquet" before.
Ji Mingxue was impressed.
Shen Qingzhu always had a drink with his cake. He looked at the ingredients in the drink section and asked Ji Mingxue, "What would you like to drink?"
Since Ji Mingxue was ready to observe Shen Qingzhu carefully, she naturally wanted to know more about him, so she just smiled and said, "Just like you."
Shen Qingzhu prepared a pot of Archangel Rose tea.
Archangel Rose is a precious flower species that only grows on A-grade stars. It is effective in relieving physical and mental fatigue. It is the raw material used by Shen Qingzhu when preparing high-level energy potions.
Shen Qingzhu had noticed before that Ji Mingxue's face was still a little pale, and there was some fatigue in his eyes that Ji Mingxue tried hard to hide. Ji Mingxue obviously didn't want people to notice his current condition.
Shen Qingzhu didn't ask any questions and just added a little nourishing Archangel Rose Honey into the scented tea.
The small pavilion was soon filled with a refreshing floral scent and the gurgling sound of water being heated to boiling.
This made Ji Mingxue involuntarily relax her tense nerves, until a cup of warm scented tea was pushed in front of her, Ji Mingxue finally came back to her senses.
When he raised his eyes, he saw Shen Qingzhu looking at him with a little concern, and asked in a gentle voice, "Are you okay?"
These words instantly reminded Ji Mingxue of the outrageous dream she had a few days ago. Her mind shuddered and she suddenly became as clear-headed as could be.
He picked up the teacup to cover up and said vaguely, "Not bad."
After saying that, Ji Mingxue took a sip of tea, and her mouth and nose were immediately filled with a light and soothing fragrance, as well as a hint of sweetness that made her mouth water.
Ji Mingxue then took a serious look at the teacup in her hand, and immediately saw a snow-white rose with overlapping angel wings quietly blooming in the transparent cup.
It's Archangel Rose.
This rose has excellent nourishing effects and is very popular among noble Omegas. It also has extremely high requirements for brewing.
Ji Mingxue tried the temperature of the scented tea again and found that Shen Qingzhu had controlled the temperature very well. It was exactly around 55°C when she drank it, which was the most suitable temperature and the one that could best reflect the aroma of Archangel Rose.
This floral tea is not too sweet, just the right level for Ji Mingxue to accept.
Ji Mingxue: ...
How come this person knows how to brew such an unpopular scented tea, and brews it just right? !
Also, Ji Mingxue was not being self-indulgent. This Archangel Rose was actually the most suitable drink for Omega after the fever period. Shen Qingzhu must have prepared this specially for him, right?
This is so thoughtful!
Also, did Shen Qingzhu already know that he had just passed the fever period?
When she thought of this, Ji Mingxue's ears suddenly turned red again.
Although he already knew that because of the discontinuation of the vlog, many people on Starnet had speculated that he might have reached the fever period.
But when this matter was known by an Alpha whom he obviously had a crush on, Ji Mingxue couldn't help but dig his toes into the ground.
Unlike Ji Mingxue, who was feeling very nervous, after pushing a cup of scented tea to Ji Mingxue, Shen Qingzhu quickly drank the tea and ate the cake at the same time.
This small cake was obviously a gift from Ji Mingxue to express her apology. Ji Mingxue had also clearly stated at the "Lu Ming Banquet" that she did not like sweets.
Therefore, Shen Qingzhu did not intentionally share the cake with Ji Mingxue, otherwise Ji Mingxue would definitely be embarrassed.
The small cake that Ji Mingxue brought was delicious. It was made with the freshest oranges, mangoes and cream. Shen Qingzhu was very satisfied after eating it.
Just as he was squinting his eyes to appreciate the dense and silky taste, Shen Qingzhu suddenly heard Ji Mingxue ask, "What else do you like to eat?"
Shen Qingzhu thought for a moment and said, "I'm not very picky about food. As long as it's delicious, I like to eat it."
Ji Mingxue: ...
Indeed, Shen Qingzhu always makes a very sumptuous breakfast in her vlogs, as if she can eat anything.
But Ji Mingxue still didn't give up and asked, "Is there any food you don't like?"
"That's true," Shen Qingzhu recalled, "I don't eat food that has a distinctly bitter or foul smell."
Ji Mingxue tried to give an example, "Like blue cheese?"
Shen Qingzhu had a very rich ability to associate ideas. Upon hearing this, he immediately recalled the taste of blue cheese. He suddenly wore a mask of pain and felt that the small cake in front of him was not fragrant at all.
Ji Mingxue was immediately amused by his expression and couldn't help laughing. While laughing, she asked Mingfeng with her brain waves, "Did you record that just now?"
——It’s so cute!
——It’s so touching that one would want to treasure it and watch it over and over again!
Mingfeng: […I recorded it.]
Mingfeng: [But Your Highness, do you really like Mr. Shen? ]
Ming Feng: [It seems that no Omega would smile like this in front of the Alpha they like. ]
Ji Mingxue: ...
"Ahem," Ji Mingxue realized after Mingfeng reminded him that he seemed to have been unable to help but reveal his overly frank side. He immediately sat up straight and said to Shen Qingzhu, "Excuse me."
Shen Qingzhu actually didn't mind Ji Mingxue laughing wildly in front of him. After all, this was not the first time. Besides, he actually admired Ji Mingxue's true nature.
So I just smiled and said, "Don't worry about it, just laugh if you want to."
Ji Mingxue probed, "But it seems that no Omega would be as presumptuous as me."
Shen Qingzhu was a little surprised, because, "This is not something you would say."
Shen Qingzhu still remembers that a month ago, by the Bishui River, Ji Mingxue once said that he was different from most of the Omegas in the empire.
Ji Mingxue also said that gender has never been a shackle that binds people.
How come Ji Mingxue suddenly said such a thing just one month later?
Did someone say something to him?
Although Shen Qingzhu did not contact Ji Mingxue during this month, there were many people following Ji Mingxue on the Academy Star Forum, and news about who Ji Mingxue had met was often posted on the forum.
So Shen Qingzhu actually knew that Ji Mingxue had met several Alphas in this month.
Thinking of those words that some stupid Alphas often say, asking Omegas not to smile with their teeth hidden, Shen Qingzhu immediately pursed her lips in displeasure, frowned and looked at Ji Mingxue, and asked worriedly, "Has anyone ever blamed you for this?"
Ji Mingxue: ...
That’s not the case. After all, Ji Mingxue had never laughed like this in front of anyone other than Shen Qingzhu.
But, I have to say, when I saw Shen Qingzhu's solemn expression because of worrying about me, and when I only saw myself in those emerald eyes, Ji Mingxue felt his scalp tingling, his blood began to surge, and a strange sweetness arose in his heart.
Ji Mingxue savored this magical feeling. Although he was very happy that Shen Qingzhu cared about him so much, he was still unwilling to lie to gain attention, so he just said honestly, "They dare not."
Shen Qingzhu: ...
Thinking of Ji Mingxue's incredible fighting power, Shen Qingzhu suddenly choked up and found that it seemed to be true.
Otherwise, those people would definitely be killed by Ji Mingxue with one punch each.
However, since Ji Mingxue asked this, it naturally meant that he had such an idea in his mind.
As a former 3SOmega, Shen Qingzhu was well aware that Omega outliers like him and Ji Mingxue would be subject to many attacks from all sides.
Even the most determined person will inevitably doubt himself when faced with so much opposition and attacks.
Although Shen Qingzhu has tried his best to help Ji Mingxue avoid those bad voices on the Star Network, Ji Mingxue may also be under tremendous pressure where he is unable to do anything.
Shen Qingzhu couldn't help but lower her voice and soothed, "Ji Mingxue, you are doing very well the way you are now."
“No one is qualified to define what a person can and cannot do.”
"Whether you're driving a mecha or laughing as you did just now, that's the real you."
“You just have to do what you like.”
“No changes are needed.”
When saying this, Shen Qingzhu looked more serious than ever.
Although he had decided to observe Shen Qingzhu carefully for a while and not let himself fall easily, Ji Mingxue found that Shen Qingzhu was really too sweet! Almost every word she said touched his heart!
This made Ji Mingxue unable to help but get excited again.
He lowered his eyes and endured for a long while, but he couldn't help it in the end. In the end, he just put his finger in front of his lips to cover up and whispered, "So, you like the way I look now?"
As soon as the words came out, Ji Mingxue couldn't help but close her eyes, thinking that she was too bold.
What if Shen Qingzhu noticed his thoughts? !
But at the same time, Ji Mingxue was really curious and wanted to know how Shen Qingzhu would answer.
Shen Qingzhu: ...
If it weren't for the previous words, Shen Qingzhu might really think that Ji Mingxue was hinting at something.
Also, Ji Mingxue now has her eyes closed and looks evasive, which really makes people feel at a loss.
But Shen Qingzhu once saw a joke on Star Network, which said that there are three major illusions in life - he is looking at me, he cares about me and he likes me.
There are indeed quite a few people on Starnet, especially Alphas, who confidently assume that an Omega or Beta is deeply in love with them just because the other person glances at them inadvertently.
Shen Qingzhu once thought this story was a joke, but he didn't expect that after becoming an Alpha, when facing an excellent Omega like Ji Mingxue, he would occasionally have such an illusion.
This made Shen Qingzhu feel ashamed and guilty, and he felt that he shouldn't think of Ji Mingxue like this.
In particular, judging from the previous conversation, Ji Mingxue seemed to be just seeking affirmation from her friend.
Shen Qingzhu could only suppress the discomfort in his heart and replied carefully and seriously, "From a friend's perspective, I really admire the way you are now."
Ji Mingxue: ...
He opened his eyes reluctantly and looked into Shen Qingzhu's clear and sincere emerald eyes.
Ji Mingxue couldn't help laughing again, feeling sweet and sour in her heart, and asked Mingfeng helplessly, "Is he allergic to romance?"
[Also,] Ji Mingxue pondered, [Could it be that he really considers me a comrade-in-arms?]
Mingfeng: [……]
…
After reconciling over a piece of cake, Ji Mingxue struck while the iron was hot and said to Shen Qingzhu, "You promised to teach me how to use my mental power before, does that still count now?"
Shen Qingzhu had always been very tolerant of Ji Mingxue. After hearing what he said, he did not think that Ji Mingxue had come to him for something. He just nodded gently and said, "Of course."
"However," he looked at Ji Mingxue with a slightly apologetic look, "I've been very busy lately, so my schedule may not be fixed."
Ji Mingxue was curious, "What are you busy with?"
Shen Qingzhu kindly told him about his recent schedule, "In addition to studying StarNet courses and taking practical classes, I also have to do research and develop new products."
This was a bit vague. Ji Mingxue thought about it and said, "Can you show me your specific schedule? I'll compare it with mine to see if there's any time we're both free."
This request was not excessive, and Shen Qingzhu did not have any schedule that needed to be kept secret, so he sent his schedule for the next month directly to Ji Mingxue.
Ji Mingxue curled her lips slightly, schedule get√!
He opened Shen Qingzhu's schedule and found that it was indeed full.
However, Shen Qingzhu actually went to the military academy for pheromone resistance training at least five days a week, which was beyond Ji Mingxue's expectations.
Ji Mingxue circled this part and asked Shen Qingzhu, "I see that you have reserved enough time for resistance training."
It was usually when there was no class next or it was near evening. “Can we practice for a while after you finish your resistance training?”
"Of course you can," Shen Qingzhu groaned, "but before you start learning how to use your mental power, you'd better show me your physical examination report."
Before saying this, Shen Qingzhu was actually a little hesitant.
Because for someone of noble birth like Ji Mingxue, the physical examination report can actually reflect many problems, so most nobles will only show their physical examination reports to the private doctors they trust the most.
But if you want to learn how to use mental power, you must have no health problems.
Shen Qingzhu told Ji Mingxue all this carefully.
In fact, even if Ji Mingxue refused to provide the physical examination report, or even refused to learn how to use mental power, Shen Qingzhu would not have any complaints.
But what Shen Qingzhu didn't expect was that Ji Mingxue actually agreed to this matter very readily.
He even asked Shen Qingzhu seriously, "I just passed the fever period and may not have fully recovered. Do I need to take another physical examination?"
Shen Qingzhu: ...
Although he was very clear about this matter, Shen Qingzhu still felt a little hot in his ears when he heard Ji Mingxue mention the fever period.
But he remained professional and replied, "It's better this way."
And, "If you still feel tired, I can make you some suitable recovery potions."
Ji Mingxue blinked, "Like the ones you prepared for Senior Yan Xiao?"
A smile suddenly appeared in Shen Qingzhu's eyes. He didn't ask Ji Mingxue how she knew about this. He just chuckled and nodded.
Ji Mingxue immediately said, "Then I want one too."
He really acts like a child vying for favor.
Although it may be a bit rude to think this way, this is indeed Shen Qingzhu's truest feeling at the moment.
To the extent that Shen Qingzhu even wanted to touch his snow-white hair.
In the end, he just put his fingertips together and smiled softly, "Okay, okay."
Shen Qingzhu and Ji Mingxue are both action-oriented.
Since they had decided to do a physical examination and prepare energy potions, after drinking tea, Shen Qingzhu quickly took Ji Mingxue to the Institute of Information Research.
At the same time, the news of the 3SAO reunion was posted on the Academy Star Forum.
[Great news! Mom, the couple I was obsessed with a month ago finally got back together and started showing some sweets! ! ! ]
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