Chapter 279: Chapter 279: Cousin, I'll Take Your Place
June 14th!
Xia Du (Summer Capital - Beijing).
"How can the people in this city be so weak?"
Wu Sheng, dressed in ancient attire, arrived in the Dragon Kingdom's capital after leaving the Star-Striped Country's (USA) research base. His clothing attracted the attention of passersby. Such attire was a rare sight, especially when worn with such distinguished elegance. He resembled an immortal descended from the heavens.
Truly handsome.
Many young women, faces flushed, reacted as if they had encountered their prince charming. To them, a handsome man was walking pheromones, capable of stirring the most primal impulses within their hearts.
For example…
Hehe!
"Handsome, can we be friends?"
A plump girl, brimming with confidence, saw this beautiful man who seemed to have stepped out of a painting. Her courageous heart was fully activated. No need for words, no need for questions.
If there was a question to ask…
It was simply a craving for his presence.
If she could attain his presence, she swore to heaven she would lose fifty pounds.
The plump girl waited expectantly.
Surrounding fashionable young women sneered at the plump girl. She had no self-awareness, daring to approach such a handsome man with her figure.
Even we, so beautiful, wouldn't dare to approach and chat him up.
Just you?
Wu Sheng was taken aback by the plump girl. He hadn't expected such a unique woman. Where he came from, women all looked the same, a sight he had grown tired of. This plump girl, however, gave him a different feeling.
He also hadn't expected the women here to be so forward.
Their gazes towards him were so blatant.
These poor women, consumed by desire, were much better than the women who feigned矜持 (jīnchí - reserve/decorum). Interesting.
"Certainly."
Wu Sheng smiled, his melodious voice almost making the plump girl's ears pregnant. He was unfamiliar with this place, and rash actions could cause a chain reaction.
While he wasn't afraid…
He didn't want to cause too much trouble.
"Ah?"
The plump girl had already prepared herself for rejection. Such a handsome man was beyond her reach. She had mustered her courage simply to try her luck, thinking perhaps he had a preference for plump women.
Though such a possibility was minuscule.
Yet unexpectedly…
He actually agreed.
"Are you surprised?"
Wu Sheng smiled. Facing such a smile, the plump girl blushed. Such a handsome smile sent shivers down her spine.
The women around who were waiting to see the plump girl's joke…
Stared at the scene in disbelief.
This…this actually worked.
Some were filled with regret.
Even this girl could catch the handsome man's eye. If they had been more proactive, it would have been them!
Quickly…
"Yes, I'm really surprised. Can I treat you to a cup of coffee?"
The plump girl fidgeted, filled with anticipation. She felt as if the goddess of fortune was shining down upon her. Due to her size, she had faced much unfair treatment. It wasn't that she didn't want to lose weight, but she had been ill and the medication had caused her weight gain.
Wu Sheng wondered inwardly, what was coffee?
However, he didn't show any ignorance, instead nodding his head.
"It's my honor to be treated by such a beautiful fairy."
The plump girl blushed, two rosy spots appearing on her cheeks. She whispered, "I'm no fairy. My name is Wu Xiuxiu, just an ordinary plump girl."
"You're also surnamed Wu? The same as me. My name is Wu Sheng," Wu Sheng said.
She didn't dare to meet Wu Sheng's gaze. In her eyes, he was a celestial being, completely out of her league. The fact that he was talking to her was already a stroke of luck.
At this moment…
The regretful women came to Wu Sheng's side and said:
"Handsome, can we be friends too?"
They believed they were incomparable to Wu Xiuxiu.
If she could chat so well with him…
With their beauty…
There wouldn't be any problem.
Wu Xiuxiu became nervous. She was self-aware. She had dared to talk to Wu Sheng earlier because she couldn't resist the temptation. Now, seeing these beauties who surpassed her in looks, figure, and attire by leaps and bounds, she knew she would soon be defeated.
There was simply no comparison.
However…
"No, I've already made plans to have a drink with this fairy." Wu Sheng said.
Wu Xiuxiu looked at Wu Sheng in disbelief.
She hadn't imagined that someone would reject other beauties for her.
This had never happened before.
"Hahaha…"
Several beauties laughed, pointing at Wu Xiuxiu, "Handsome, how can you be with someone like her? Her walking beside you is an insult to you."
Wu Xiuxiu's face paled.
Being humiliated like this was unbearable for anyone.
But she knew what they said was true. There was no room for rebuttal. She could only silently endure it.
"Oh, are you questioning my judgment?"
Wu Sheng narrowed his eyes, looking at the women. To him, they were just ordinary. He had seen countless beauties, and these women weren't even worth a glance.
"Yes…"
The beauties replied.
But in that instant…
Their eyes met Wu Sheng's. Their faces immediately turned pale with fear. Wu Sheng's eyes were filled with killing intent, causing immense panic within their hearts.
"Get lost!"
Wu Sheng said.
Unable to withstand his intimidating gaze, the beauties scurried away.
How dare they question his judgment.
They were courting death.
At the coffee shop…
Wu Sheng's attire and handsome features attracted much attention. Wu Xiuxiu, sitting beside him, felt immense pressure, constantly sensing the strange looks from others.
So this was coffee?
It looked like mud.
Wu Xiuxiu sat stiffly. Usually lively and outgoing, she was now so shy in front of Wu Sheng that she didn't know what to say. This wasn't like her.
There was no helping it.
He was too handsome, so handsome that she was at a loss for words.
"May I ask you a few questions?"
Wu Sheng urgently wanted to know about the Dragon Kingdom. It was clearly the most important place, but the people here were too weak, different from what he had imagined. Had something gone wrong?
He needed to investigate thoroughly.
"Certainly."
Not just a few questions, even if it were a thorough interrogation, she would answer everything without reservation.
"Who is the most powerful person in the Dragon Kingdom right now?" Wu Sheng asked.
Wu Xiuxiu replied, "Right now, the most powerful is Lin Fan. He's the strongest in our country, even capable of beating gods."
Wu Sheng remembered the name, but he was more interested in the gods.
"Which gods?"
He didn't believe the gods she spoke of were the same gods he knew. After all, gods were truly powerful beings. Even he had to be respectful in their presence.
"The Sea God of Haiyun Country, the Death God of New Germany, he's beaten them all." Wu Xiuxiu said.
Those were unattainable gods from ancient myths, yet they had been thoroughly beaten by the strongest person in their country. It was naturally a source of pride.
Wu Sheng had never heard of these gods.
Sea God?
Death God?
What were these things?
If they were truly powerful gods, he couldn't possibly not know them.
However…
Those powerful beings wouldn't appear here.
Wu Xiuxiu saw him lost in thought, sipping his coffee and occasionally stealing glances at his face. He was so handsome, like a character from a painting.
"Where is he?" Wu Sheng asked.
"In Yanhai City. It's a bit far from here, but it's a quick flight." Wu Xiuxiu said.
She wondered why he was asking these questions.
His demeanor suggested he knew nothing, which was strange. But when someone was this handsome, perceptions naturally followed appearances.
No problem at all.
Wu Sheng had only been on this planet for a few days, how could he know so much?
"I want to go to Yanhai City. Would you be willing to take me there?"
A man's gentleness is deadly, especially when that man is as handsome as Wu Sheng. For someone as ordinary as Wu Xiuxiu, as long as he spoke these words, even if the sky were to fall, she would take him there.
The outcome was obvious.
Wu Xiuxiu vowed to take him there.
Afterwards…
Wu Sheng knew he had to adapt to local customs. His clothes would attract too much attention. So, Wu Xiuxiu took him to a clothing store and bought him a suit.
Seeing Wu Sheng in the suit…
Wu Xiuxiu knew she was completely smitten, with no chance of escape.
From now on, she would be lost in his handsomeness.
As for Wu Sheng, he had seen all kinds of women, but someone like Wu Xiuxiu was a first.
After she bought him clothes…
He hooked his finger under her chin, gently lifting her face, and softly said:
"Thank you."
These two words, "thank you," completely captivated Wu Xiuxiu. Even death would be a sweet release.
However, it also drew envious glances from many women around.
Damn it.
Even a plump woman like that had such a handsome boyfriend. The heavens truly had no eyes.
June 16th!
For Mu Qing, today was not a good day.
Inside her room…
An uninvited guest arrived.
"What are you doing here?"
Mu Qing's face turned cold as she looked at the woman who exuded a constant air of flirtatiousness.
Too seductive.
Too charming.
As if she existed solely to conquer men.
"The organization is disappointed in you."
Yao Ji sat there elegantly, tossing her phone to Mu Qing.
"You can tell the organization any questions you have, and the organization will tell you the specific situation."
Mu Qing picked up the phone and held it to her ear.
Without saying a word…
She listened to the voice on the other end.
A moment later…
Mu Qing put down the phone, her face a mix of emotions. She hadn't expected the organization to do this.
Yao Ji said, "You should know what to do now. Your progress is too slow. So far, there's been no development. The organization doesn't have time to waste with you. Therefore, your main objective is to introduce me to him."
"The reason is simple. I'm your cousin. Due to some circumstances, I need to stay with him temporarily. You will leave Yanhai City."
After saying this…
Yao Ji raised her chin, as if provoking Mu Qing.
"You can see how long it takes me to win him over, while you haven't made any progress. I have to say, your abilities are truly lacking."
Mu Qing sneered, "Really? Then I'd like to see what method you'll use. I hope you can impress me."
Yao Ji and Mu Qing were two different types of beauties.
One heroic and slightly cold, the other charming and captivating.
Night.
Inside a restaurant with ancient-style decor…
Lin Fan arrived early with Old Zhang and Mother Hen.
He was very happy today.
His wife had invited him to dinner. To him, this was a joyous occasion, so he came early.
The private room door opened.
Lin Fan stood up, pulled out a chair for Mu Qing, and greeted her with a smile. This was how it always was. His wife even praised him for being so considerate. To Lin Fan, this was perfectly normal.
Yao Ji followed behind Mu Qing.
The moment she entered the private room, she took in the scene.
So he was Lin Fan. Very young, with a different aura from the videos and rumors.
"You came early." Mu Qing said.
Lin Fan replied, "Yes, Old Zhang, Mother Hen, and I came early because we're happy."
His eyes, filled with love, were fixed on his wife.
"Have you ordered? Order whatever you want." Mu Qing said.
She knew Lin Fan was dirt poor, so poor that his pockets were practically empty. But for such a powerful individual, money was merely a worldly possession, holding no significance.
Lin Fan said, "I've already ordered. I know what you like to eat. I've memorized it all."
The two chatted leisurely.
There was nothing to suggest that Lin Fan was mentally ill. His conversation was clear, coherent, and without any issues.
Yao Ji sat beside Mu Qing, waiting for him to ask who she was.
This was a question anyone would ask.
Such a beautiful and alluring woman appearing at the dinner table would naturally draw a man's gaze. He would be excited at the prospect of meeting such a beauty and eager for an introduction.
However, gradually…
She realized something was wrong.
Were they all blind? Could they truly not see such a great beauty sitting right here?
Yao Ji noticed Lin Fan's gaze was locked onto Mu Qing, as if she were the only person in the world.
As for the old man, he held his chopsticks and muttered to the hen in his arms.
Unbelievable.
What kind of strange group was this?
"Ahem!"
Yao Ji faked a cough, hoping to attract some attention.
But her efforts were futile.
A complete waste of effort.
No other choice.
"Cousin, is this your friend?"
Yao Ji asked with a smile. Her smile was captivating, her eyes seemed to spark with electricity. Any ordinary man meeting her gaze would tremble, as if a current had surged through their body.
Mu Qing knew Yao Ji couldn't sit still any longer.
Perhaps this was Yao Ji's…most embarrassing moment.
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