"And have you considered that if you really have something to do at this time, not only can I not cancel, but I also have to proceed on time?" Raising an eyebrow, she suggested casually, as if she were helping Chaoge out of her predicament.
Chaoge froze, her deep brown eyes wide open, staring at her in disbelief, and even letting out a "Huh?" as if she hadn't quite processed what was happening.
Qin Muge smiled, placed his other hand on Chaoge's side, and leaned closer to ask, "Since you answered my questions honestly, I'm allowing you to go to M3. Is there any compensation?"
Chaoge blinked, snapped out of her daze, rolled her eyes, and made a soft "hmm" before tentatively suggesting, "Then I have to attend the engagement... well." Seeing the other person's unpredictable expression, the rising tone at the end of her sentence abruptly dropped, making the whole sentence sound somewhat incoherent.
Qin Muge nodded slowly and knowingly. Seeing Chaoge's somewhat nervous yet expectant expression, he called out calmly, "Chaoge."
"Hmm...?" Chaoge stared at her without blinking. Although Qin Muge's voice was gentle at the moment, the aura emanating from her made him feel as if the hairs on his body were about to stand on end.
"You might have some misunderstanding about my feelings for you—" Like a predator approaching its prey, she completely enveloped the other person within the range of her locked aura. "It's time for you to know just how much I want you, isn't it?"
A red warning light flashed in Chaoge's mind. Seemingly sensing the implication, she shook her head in alarm, trying to sit up and push the other person away to maintain distance before speaking. "No, no, no, listen to me..."
Before she could finish speaking, she was pressed down on the sofa cushion by her shoulders, her lips sealed with a powerful, nimble tongue that darted into her mouth without warning, silencing her words. Her shirt was ripped open, the buttons popping off and making a crisp sound as they hit the floor. Chaoge's mind was filled with only one thought—
Damn it, I knew she could tear special materials apart with her bare hands!
She struggled almost frantically with both hands and feet, but within seconds all her joints were locked, the force so strong that she thought her arms would be broken.
She groaned in pain as she was pinned down beneath him. She felt herself being almost pushed into the sofa, and turned her head to try and escape the kiss that was about to engulf her. Qin Muge simply began to suckle down her neck, while one hand was already unbuttoning her military pants.
"I was wrong! I really... please don't do this!" Her voice was weak and hoarse, even carrying a hint of anxious sobs. Being unable to beat Qin Muge really made her feel like her sadness was flowing like a river.
"My hand hurts, please let go?" Seeing that she didn't stop at all, Chaoge softened her voice and begged her pitifully.
If this continues, she'll suffer a huge loss tonight!
However, Chaoge, who was thinking this way, never expected that what she asked the other party to be patient with today would be taken back in time!
Qin Muge bit her collarbone hard, and only after hearing her gasp did he look up and stare into her eyes, a smirk playing on his lips as he asked, "Will you attend the engagement ceremony, or let me continue?"
Seeing her with her clothes wide open, pinned beneath him, and her neck covered in red marks, Qin Muge honestly wished she would remain stubborn to the end.
"I'll attend the engagement ceremony! I promise!" Chaoge answered without thinking, tears already welling up in her heart—she didn't even dare to think about how serious the consequences would be if she really stood Qin Muge up.
A hint of regret flickered in Qin Muge's eyes, sending a chill down Chaoge's spine.
Reluctantly releasing her grip on her wrist, it was clear that even Chaoge's physique couldn't withstand the force of her outburst. Several bright red marks appeared on her slightly pale skin. Chaoge followed her gaze and reached out to touch them: "It's okay, they'll disappear in a bit."
Qin Muge frowned slightly, got up and left for a while. When she came back, she had a spray for reducing bruising and stopping bleeding in her hand. Sure enough, she saw that the marks on Chaoge's wrist were a little bluish. She held her wrist and carefully sprayed the medicine on her.
"No need..." Chaoge felt that it was really unnecessary to use medicine and tried to withdraw her hand, but she held it tightly and she couldn't break free.
"Don't move." Qin Muge said calmly. Having just experienced a fright, Chaoge was extremely obedient and well-behaved.
Yet she remained unfazed by Chaoge's outward appearance. Seeing him also staring at his wrist, seemingly lost in thought, she smiled faintly, like a bean pod splitting open on a branch:
"This is the last time I'm telling you, baby—"
"If you dare not attend the engagement ceremony, you better pray that you stay far away from me afterward, otherwise if I catch you, I guarantee you will be in more pain than tonight."
"Even if you beg me while you're crying, I won't let you go."
Chaoge QAQ: "I...I understand."
I need all my teammates to give me a boost! Your victory is crucial to my survival!
The author has something to say: Chaoge almost cried.
But what's the use? You brought this on yourself, so you have to finish it even if you're crying, hahaha!
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I think I can really finish it within five chapters! I'm so happy! I'm already preparing to update!
After the extra chapter, we'll see you in the new story, hahaha! It seems like I can't wait to write some smut, hhh.
And, thank you for the landmine, Awoo! I don't really want to thank you! Hmph! Who told you to laugh at me for eating so much that I ended up in the hospital! The doctor said eating too much is terrible! It can kill you! It's not that I'm stupid! I just ate too much!
Chapter 105: The Sixth Form of Daily Dog Torture
An ordinary-looking girl led an old woman into the black market. Because the place was always a melting pot of all sorts of people, their movements went unnoticed by anyone.
Meanwhile, Chaoge was still using the fake identity of Lingge to meet up with Yaochen and the others. Seeing their boss make a long-awaited appearance, Ying was particularly excited. Her light blue eyes sparkled, and even the dark red hair tied up at the back of her head swayed with her movements.
"Boss, I really missed you so much~" Ying excitedly tried to rush over, but Chaoge looked at her childlike appearance and stood still, letting her hug him. Her gaze swept over the remaining people present: "Has Siber already left?"
Ning Tao was also exhausted from the recent series of events, and his weariness had dissipated considerably. Hearing Chao Ge's question, he nodded and replied, "Yes."
"Alright, the rest of you will follow Yaochen back to the wasteland starting today, and don't get involved in the Ling family's affairs."
Ying released her, asking with some confusion, "Boss, what about you? Are you really getting engaged to the General? Will you stay in the Empire from now on?"
It was just following an order, but she made it sound like a life-or-death situation. Chaoge reached up and smoothed her hair, smiling as she watched her until a chill ran down her spine. Mo Nian, standing behind her, couldn't stand it anymore and impatiently reminded her, "Does the boss have to report to you where she goes?"
The actress belatedly exclaimed "Oh," and muttered to herself, "Right, it should be kept a secret, okay?"
"If you get really bored, you can try to find out more about P4, but don't contact Rhett and Spears," Chaoge suggested, only feeling relieved after seeing Jiang Ningtao nod. If Yaochen and Ningtao weren't there, and only Liuying and Mo Nian were there, M3 might have turned upside down.
Only after watching them leave M3 did Chaoge head towards the black market.
She was walking towards a girl of average appearance and a kind-looking old man. She kept walking and brushed past them. Just as they were on the same straight line, a voice came from the side: "Be careful."
Chaoge nodded almost imperceptibly and replied, "You should also take care of her safety."
When Chaoge met the old man from the Yan family again, even though only a short time had passed, she felt a sense of loss and change.
"The transaction is complete. You should give me the item now," Chaoge said calmly, looking at her.
The old man stared at her for a long time, and Chaoge stood in front of him, letting him examine her. After a long while, the old man took out a transparent bottle from his cloak. The liquid inside was also transparent, like plain water. But Chaoge knew that this was something she had obtained with great effort, even risking her grandmother's safety.
—Toxin Zero.
"This may be the last time I see her before I die. In any case, I must thank you." After Chaoge turned around, such a voice came from behind her.
She paused, and without turning her head, replied, "I'm just helping myself."
I just selfishly wanted to end all of this as soon as possible.
After handing the items to Yaochen, Chaoge walked towards the other side of the port.
As the spaceship moved further away from M3, she looked back, knowing she might never set foot in this place again in her life.
She suddenly remembered herself before she had the chance to possess power. Back then, standing beside Qin Muge and Luo Qinghe, she always felt sorrow for these places about to be engulfed in war. At that time, she always longed to become strong. Now she was far stronger than before, yet she still didn't know if what she was doing could help the people here escape this catastrophe.
Yuandu, the royal palace.
A constant stream of people entered from outside, most of them top designers in the country's fashion industry. Chaoge was like a puppet, letting them raise their hands and stretch their feet as they pleased. Qin Muge had originally been in the same place as her, but later, because she needed to change into different clothes, she went to another room.
A blond, golden-eyed man, looking like a sun god descended to earth, leaned against the doorway. Chaoge looked at him in the mirror.
No matter how much time has passed, compared to Yao Chen's obvious changes, Min Kaiyang's AI seems to have been frozen in time. It's unclear whether he disdains those changes or has formed a fixed pattern, but he always has the same cold face.
It has no human emotion whatsoever.
[When do you plan to leave?] Min Kaiyang's gaze shifted elsewhere, as if he had only come there to act as a gatekeeper. The only time his eyes met Chaoge's was for a very short moment through the mirror.
Chaoge looked down at the magnificent robes she was wearing. The design and the top-quality fabric were truly unlike anything she had ever seen in her life. The person in the mirror was so beautiful; it was practically the peak of her beauty—it was just that she probably wouldn't have the chance to wear them that day.
"I hope I don't have to leave. But judging from the Ling family's current movements, it might be on the day of the engagement ceremony. Are you interested in selling me some information about the Ling family?" Chao Ge raised her hand, looking at the design on her sleeve, pretending to study the pattern. She turned her head and gestured to the person beside her, who was ready to adjust the design at any moment, saying:
"I don't think there's a problem. You can ask General Qin for the specific techniques. I'll listen to her."
The man nodded and said okay, then led her to the dressing room to change out of the white evening gown she was wearing.
"This is outside the scope of our transaction." Min Kaiyang's voice echoed in her mind.
How stingy! But Chaoge was actually quite happy, because if Min Kaiyang had really sold her Qin Muge's information, she wouldn't know what to do. So, let's each rely on our own abilities to fight this final battle.
"For the sake of our successful cooperation, I'd like to remind you—once you're ready to leave, the farther the better, and stay away from Tianzi Star." Watching Chaoge change back into her familiar military uniform, and Qin Muge return after trying on her clothes, Min Kaiyang turned and left. He had only come temporarily to keep an eye on things for Qin Muge.
"Of course," Chaoge replied without hesitation.
Let alone the area around Tianzi Star, she would immediately activate a four-dimensional space jump to leave the Red Cloud Galaxy—because the battlefield is at the forefront of the P4 Nebula.
After everyone left, Chaoge followed Qin Muge back to the lounge, immediately collapsing onto the sofa, unwilling to get up. "So tired. Why is changing clothes more tiring than fighting a war?"
Qin Muge chuckled, his red eyes filled with doting smiles. He sat down next to her, picked up the steaming cup of red tea on the table, took a sip, and replied, "Baby, according to the official calculations, you don't seem to have ever been on the battlefield." Apart from being marginalized before, and also because Chaoge herself had something attached to her, she rarely got close to danger.
Chaoge gave a blank "Oh," and looked at the ceiling as she replied, "Can't I exaggerate a little? Aren't you very doting on me? Why are you exposing me at a time like this?" What's wrong with letting her pretend a little longer?
Qin Muge smiled and apologized. She was in an exceptionally good mood today, which Chaoge could tell from her much more genuine smile than usual.
"I just don't want to associate you with such dangerous things," Qin Muge said softly after laughing.
Chaoge felt her hardened heart melt in an instant. Ever since she and Qin Muge truly got together, she had felt his deep affection for her, and she was always caught off guard by his sweetness! Sulking, she grabbed a pillow and covered her face, pretending to be calm as she replied, her voice sounding unnatural coming from under the pillow: "No sweet talk allowed, you keep breaking the rules, Qin Muge."
Qin Muge reached out and took her pillow, leaned forward, tilted his head slightly, and kissed her forehead.
"But I can't help it, baby."
Chaoge took a deep breath, calming down the boiling passion that had begun to rise from hearing her sweet voice uttering love words.
Turning her head to look elsewhere, revealing her slightly reddened earlobes, she said with feigned smugness, "Even if you didn't say these things, I know you like me, really, really like me."
Qin Muge couldn't help but smile again, leaning in to rub her nose against Chaoge's, and affectionately continued, following her words:
"Yes, I like you very much, I've liked you from the first moment I saw you. So... don't leave me."
This sudden shift from sweetness to deep affection, delivered by Qin Muge leveraging his striking good looks, was exponentially more powerful. Chaoge was almost captivated by those beautiful and affectionate eyes, and even considered agreeing to all her requests without hesitation.
Blinking her deep brown eyes, Chaoge tried her best to pull herself out of the other's spell, watching the color of her eyes deepen, as if she could see the growing darkness within them—
She smiled sweetly, yet her words were incredibly earnest:
"I never thought I wouldn't like you before, and I never will. As long as I still like you, I will not leave you."
I won't leave you, but I just want to take a tiny step to the side, and I'll be right back.
Like the silence between two songs, but sooner or later the next melody will follow. That temporary blank is merely a prelude to a more beautiful melody.
Qin Muge looked at her and smiled, a smile that seemed to see through all of Chaoge's plans. His gaze was gentle, yet sharper than ever before.
Chaoge even thought that the next moment she would reveal all her plans as if she had mind-reading abilities, and then watch her look embarrassed and have to rack her brains to explain or cover it up.
But she didn't. She just looked at her gently and indulgently. It was as if she already understood Chaoge's choice, but she just wanted to confirm it again and again.
Chaoge's heart tightened more and more, and she even unconsciously clenched her fists under the cover of the pillow.
"Aren't you tired? What do you want to eat tonight?" Qin Muge got up, looked away, and walked towards the kitchen.
Chaoge secretly breathed a sigh of relief and replied with a smile, "Eat whatever you like!"