Chapter 72
He approached Chen Xi and bowed slightly, saying, "You've suffered during this time."
"Binlan!" Chenxi's eyes lit up when she saw Binlan, and she was overjoyed. "Binlan, I missed you so much."
"Mmm." Binlan slightly raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a very gentle smile. Then she picked up the clean white wet wipes from the trays held by the other members of the Intelligence Clan behind her and carefully wiped Chenxi's little hands.
After cleaning, another row of trays was laid out in front of Chenxi, with various exquisite dishes and snacks on them. Someone also brought out a comfortable stool for Chenxi to sit on, and in a short time, Chenxi was able to enjoy the food to her heart's content.
Of course, that's not the worst part. The worst part is that Chenxi hardly needed to use his hands during the meal. Whenever he wanted something to eat, someone would put it to his mouth with a small fork and spoon as soon as he looked at it. Any slightly complicated ingredients that required peeling or processing were also carefully prepared before being put into his mouth.
With the lost treasure back by their side, those who were already taking care of Chenxi now provide even more meticulous care.
Binlan perfectly exemplified what it means to have eyes only for Chenxi. His orange eyes were always filled with Chenxi's image, and he was like a tapeworm in Chenxi's stomach, making the most appropriate response to every slight movement of Chenxi.
Carlo had never seen anything like this before. Looking at the group of people serving Chen Xi alone, he silently thought about how he used to feed Chen Xi. After roasting various ingredients, he would hand them to Chen Xi with the shells on, and Chen Xi would have to fend for himself. Occasionally, if the shells were too thick for Chen Xi to break open, he would take them out and break them open for him. Even so, Chen Xi would still be mocked by Fangya, who would often ask him how he had survived until now.
Now, Carlo finally knows how Chenxi lived before she met them.
At the same time, I also learned what the little cutie's partner meant by saying "My Chenxi wouldn't do those things" before.
If this is the kind of life my little cutie has always lived, then the days she spent with them were truly filled with hardship.
For some reason, Carlo's expression suddenly dimmed.
Jin Yi watched Chen Xi eat quietly, occasionally preparing some ingredients and feeding them to Chen Xi himself. When he discovered that Chen Xi was now enjoying even shrimp cakes, which she used to dislike, his heart ached. Jin Yi suppressed the intense heartache, reached out and stroked Chen Xi's soft black hair, and said gently, "Eat a little something to tide you over, and then get some rest when we get back to the starship."
"Mmm." Chenxi nodded vigorously with food in his mouth. "Mmm, so delicious! How come all shrimp cakes are so delicious? Did he have a problem with his sense of taste when he used to hate them so much?"
After glancing once more at Chen Xi's delicious-looking meal, Jin Yi looked up and stared at Carlo again.
Jin Yi's appearance was as noble as a god. When he looked at Chen Xi, his eyes were still warm and affectionate, as if there was some warmth in them. But when his gaze left Chen Xi, it turned into complete indifference, like a god looking down on all living beings. This was a kind of intimidation that was even more powerful than the simple, cold gaze of the other intelligent races.
Now, Jin Yi looked at Carlo with those indifferent eyes and said, "To thank you for everything you have done for Chenxi during this time, I will represent the Zhi Clan to present you with a sincere gift of gratitude."
Chenxi, who was engrossed in eating and absorbed in the food, suddenly perked up her ears.
Carlo was heartbroken after seeing Chenxi's real life and wanted to truly let go.
After all, he already knew that Xiao Ke'ai had a partner, and they were very much in love. However, he thought that Xiao Ke'ai's partner was as weak as Xiao Ke'ai, so he wanted to steal her away. At that time, he believed that strength was the truth, and that people who could not protect their partners deserved to have their partners taken away. Moreover, in the chaotic world, being able to provide Xiao Ke'ai with stronger protection was the better choice for her.
But in reality, the little cutie's partner and kin were ridiculously strong. They crushed an entire Red Tide swarm without lifting a finger. He still doesn't understand what that ray that initially turned most of the Red Tide swarms to ashes was all about.
Besides the strength of his little darling's partner and clan, what hurt him even more was that he suddenly realized that the best life he could provide for his little darling before was actually due to her perseverance in the face of hardship and fatigue.
Look at the exquisite food that Little Cutie is eating now, and the group of people around him taking meticulous care of him. Then think back to when Little Cutie was with him before, he would eat all the charred food roasted in the fire, and he had to find and dig for ingredients himself every day.
Even so, this so-called best life he could provide still resulted in the little cutie being mocked by sharp teeth and looked at askance by her tribe.
The stark reality had never been so brutally presented to Carlo. In this state, what right did he have to even think about being with his little darling?
It was this thought that made Carlo appear more depressed than ever before.
However, upon hearing his adorable partner's voice, he immediately perked up. After listening to what the other person had to say, Carlo coldly and clearly stated, "No need."
Yes, he is not as good as Xiao'er's partner in anything, but his feelings for Xiao'er are genuine. Everything he has done for Xiao'er during this time is because he likes her and wants to do it from the bottom of his heart. He does not need anyone's thanks.
However, just as Carlo was brimming with ambition, a scene he inadvertently caught out of the corner of his eye completely diverted his attention.
Sweetie, what's wrong?!
Why are you trying so hard to flirt with me? How can I let you go like this?!
When Chenxi heard Jin Yi's words and Carlo's rejection, he became so anxious that he frantically blinked at Carlo, blinking his left eye and then his right, until Carlo was almost blind.
For some reason, Carlo, who is usually quite smart, clearly saw his hint but acted as if he hadn't received his signal at all. He just stared at him blankly without any other reaction.
Chenxi froze when a faint gaze fell upon her.
However, after a moment, Chen Xi made a decision. He didn't care anymore. That fool Carlo didn't know what he was refusing. He couldn't just stand by and watch. He had already decided to thank Carlo properly.
So Chenxi asked directly, "Yes, Carlo really likes this thank-you gift. What exactly is it?"
This blatant favoritism made Jin Yi stare intently at Chen Xi. Jin Yi, the jealous type, was furious; he was unhappy.
However, the next moment, Jin Yi felt many dissatisfied gazes fixed on him. Looking around, he saw that Bin Lan and the group of orange-eyed intelligent beings, as well as the other red-eyed intelligent beings who were secretly watching him, were all looking at him with great dissatisfaction.
Their eyes practically screamed, "What are you dawdling for? Can't you see you're keeping Chenxi from eating?!"
Jin Yi...
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