Phi-Fic Chapter 161 Is it sweeter, or am I sweeter?
Chapter 161 Is it sweeter, or am I sweeter?
The group walked and chatted, a gentle breeze occasionally stirring up fallen leaves that twirled on the ground. Before long, they arrived at the concentration camp, and from afar, Chu Qiuchi could see several people standing in front of his tent.
I walked quickly closer and took a closer look. There were a few familiar faces and a few others I barely knew.
Among the familiar faces were Liu Yan, Qin Yi, Yang Qi, Qin Xiao, and Song Yuze. The only ones I was not familiar with were Helian Wenting, whom I had met by chance at the academy competition, and Helian Wence, whom I deduced from their appearance to be her brother.
Chu Qiuchi naturally understood who these people were here for, and couldn't help but glance at Puyang Minghui and Ji Moyu with a playful look on his face.
Because the real show is about to begin.
Upon seeing the group return, Liu Yan, Song Yuze, and Helian Wence almost simultaneously exclaimed, "Minghui!"
Three calls rang out simultaneously, each with its own distinct character—Liu Yan's clear voice, Song Yuze's gentle tone, and Helian Wence's stiff one. When their eyes met, the air seemed to fill with passion.
Puyang Minghui froze for a moment, her eyes darting between the three of them, clearly unsure who to respond to first. Finally, she scratched her head awkwardly and said with a forced smile, "Hello!"
Just then, another charming female voice came from the side, clear and sweet: "Ji Moyu!"
Ji Moyu remained as indifferent as ever, merely nodding slightly without offering any further response. Qin Xiao and Yang Qi, standing nearby, involuntarily clenched their fists in disbelief.
Chu Qiuchi stood to the side, leisurely embracing Nalan Xingyao, with Chu Yichen standing beside them. The three of them were enjoying the gossip in the front row, having a great time. Nalan Xingyao, in particular, had been enjoying the gossip all day, her heart pounding with joy like a badger happily rolling around in a melon patch.
Chu Qiuchi turned slightly to the side and whispered to Nalan Xingyao, "Xingyao, I can understand Song Yuze and Helian Wence looking for Minghui, but when did Liu Yan start targeting our Minghui too?"
Nalan Xingyao rolled her eyes at her, "You still have the nerve to ask? Isn't this all your doing?"
"???" Chu Qiuchi was stunned for a moment, his eyes wide with confusion.
"You forgot? Last time when we went to the Aris Forest to find General Ji Mo, you suggested that they work in pairs, and those two did it together. Their relationship progressed very quickly back then."
Upon hearing this, Chu Qiuchi thought for a long time before retorting somewhat unwillingly, "This is not my fault. It was clearly Liu Yan who suggested it, and Minghui agreed to it herself. It has nothing to do with me. Besides, I was so worried about General Jimo that I didn't even notice that a black-hearted wolf was trying to snatch our cub away!"
"Yes, yes, yes, you only have Yu-ge in your heart." Nalan Xingyao teased, raising an eyebrow, her eyes full of laughter.
Chu Qiuchi was slightly embarrassed and annoyed. He looked up and patted Nalan Xingyao's shoulder lightly, "Hey, don't mention that awful stuff anymore, it'll ruin your mood. Let's continue eating."
There's absolutely nothing to see on Ji Moyu's side; after all, this guy is as hard to deal with as a rock in a latrine. Chu Qiuchi sighed and shook his head, feeling a bit sorry for Qin Yi, and unconsciously also experiencing a sense of shared misfortune.
On Puyang Minghui's side, however, it was a different story. After the three men greeted her, they almost simultaneously took out their carefully prepared gifts and handed them to Puyang Minghui.
With the help of Helian Wenting, Helian Wence has a slight advantage for the time being, while Song Yuze and Liu Yan are fighting their own battles, and the situation seems to be evenly matched.
Three men and one woman, none of them willing to give in. Puyang Minghui's arms visibly began to pile up with all sorts of jewelry, snacks, and trendy trinkets.
"Enough, enough! Stop giving me things, I really can't put them down!" Puyang Minghui cried out, on the verge of tears.
However, it was no use; all three men were fiercely competitive. Not only did they not stop, they even started to escalate their tactics.
Helian Wence smiled slightly, took out a beautifully packaged box from his mental space, and proudly showed it off to Liu Yan and Song Yuze.
"A level six magic rune crystal core, see it?" he said proudly, then shoved it into Puyang Minghui's arms with an air of dominance. "Minghui, take it and play with it. I'll give you another one if you run out."
Liu Yan chuckled, took out a fresh magic herb, waved it, stared intently at Helian Wence, and stuffed it into Puyang Minghui's arms as well.
"Minghui, this is a fresh, high-grade magic potion—Demon Emperor Grass. Take it and use it to make medicine."
Song Yuze calmly took out a crystal-clear, teardrop-shaped stone and said gently, "This is the Snow Beast's Tear. You can use it."
Immediately, a series of gulping sounds filled the air around them as Chu Qiuchi was among them, and Song Yuze's smile deepened.
Although the Snow Beast's Tear has no grade, it is a crucial ingredient for refining longevity potions and is extremely precious. Unexpectedly, Song Yuze could so easily give it away; he's got some skills. This slightly changed Chu Qiuchi's opinion of him.
The three of them were exchanging blows, with a substitute player cheering them on; the competitive scene somehow resembled a brawl between elementary school kids. Chu Qiuchi, watching, was losing interest; he'd expected a serious fight. "I've already taken my pants off, and this is what I get?"
"It's no fun with these two weaklings! Xingyao, brother, let's go back!" Chu Qiuchi said, his eyes drooping and his spirits low.
"Ah, sis, aren't you going to watch anymore? The competition isn't over yet!" Chu Yichen hesitated for a moment, then looked at Chu Qiuchi, before turning to Nalan Xingyao. "Xingyao, aren't you going to watch either?"
Well, the pig in our own yard has already flown out of the pen and started rooting up the cabbages.
"Alright, let's go back!" Nalan Xingyao glanced at Ji Moyu, then asked softly, "Qiu Chi, aren't you going to call him Brother Yu?"
"Why are you calling him? He still has suitors. Let's not discourage the child anymore, or I'm afraid Qin Yi will cry."
Suddenly, she remembered the fruit Auster had just given her, and a wave of annoyance washed over her. She had actually forgotten to bring her props while eating melon! In her regret, she took out a brightly colored, fragrant spiritual fruit from her mental space, took a bite, and her eyes narrowed slightly.
This spiritual fruit has a thin skin and thick flesh, is crisp and refreshing, sweet and juicy, truly worthy of being a royal special supply, with an excellent taste.
Chu Qiuchi's mood improved, and he took out a few more, handing them to Nalan Xingyao and Chu Yichen. After hesitating for a moment, he went over and handed a few to Qin Xiao, Yang Qi, and Qin Yi respectively.
As she passed by Ji Moyu, she gave a soft snort, deliberately took a big bite of the spiritual fruit, and turned to leave.
Suddenly, the spiritual fruit in her hand vanished. She turned her head and saw Ji Moyu gently twirling the spiritual fruit she had bitten, examining it with a detached gaze, as if considering where to begin taking a bite.
Seeing this, Qin Yi quickly handed him the spirit fruit she hadn't eaten yet, saying, "Ji Moyu, I have some I haven't tried yet, here you go!"
Ji Moyu didn't even look up, and said indifferently, "No need."
Qin Yi died.
Under Chu Qiuchi's gritted-teeth gaze, Ji Moyu gently picked up the spirit fruit and elegantly took a bite, following the teeth marks Chu Qiuchi had left earlier.
"Yes, it's very sweet!"
Chu Qiuchi clenched her fists, trying her best to remain calm. After calming herself down a little, a smile curled at the corner of her lips, as deadly and alluring as a poppy. "Young man, you've swallowed my saliva, so we've indirectly kissed!"
She walked slowly towards Ji Moyu, tiptoed, slightly raised her chin, and their eyes met. She smiled provocatively, "Tell me, is it sweeter, or am I sweeter?"
Ji Moyu's body stiffened slightly, his sexy and alluring Adam's apple bobbing involuntarily, and his eyes grew even deeper.
Chu Qiuchi seemed to hear a shattering sound. He turned around and saw Qin Yi looking grief-stricken, the spiritual fruit in her hand crushed to pieces. No, that wasn't a spiritual fruit; it was her heart.
Sorry, I accidentally hurt someone.
Nalan Xingyao and Chu Yichen were filled with excitement; this was exactly what they, the onlookers, should be seeing!
Even the other group of elementary school kids, who were fighting amongst themselves, stopped and began to reflect on their actions.
Great, everyone's happy, except for those who were accidentally injured.