Bengtie: My death fueled their madness.

After saying goodbye to Xing, Qi Zhimu went straight home.

As soon as I entered the room, Heita dragged me onto the bed and straddled me.

"I've seen Ruan Mei. Has the problem been resolved?"

"Okay, all done."

"Wow, darling, you actually managed to get that boring blockhead Ruan Mei to compromise. Or did you bring me into this?"

Hei Ta placed his hands on Qi Zhimu's chest, rested his chin on the back of his hands, and looked down at his face.

He's so handsome.

I'm good-looking too.

We're a perfect match.

"No, although Ms. Ruan Mei's actions were disrespectful to Xing, she was easier to deal with than I had imagined." Qi Zhimu's eyebrows flashed with confusion.

"Hmm?" Black Tower raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "How do I make you easy to deal with?"

"Just like our attitude towards those idiots in the coalition government before, I didn't hold back and pointed out her problems directly."

"Oh, is that all? She doesn't even show any emotion. Since we started working together, I've had my share of disagreements and arguments with her on projects, and then what was her reaction when you criticized her?"

"It wasn't really a rant... After I pointed out that she was disrespecting Xing, she took out the antidote and even apologized to Xing."

At this point, Qi Zhimu's expression turned strange.

"You should know that the Sea Patrol Ranger has a grudge against the Primal Doctor."

"So to be honest, before I met you again, I had a rather strong stereotype of geniuses, and I thought most of them were abnormal freaks."

"I was prepared to reveal my true colors if things didn't work out, but it went incredibly smoothly. Ms. Ruan Mei's behavior doesn't seem to have anything to do with being a freak."

"It even...gives me a similar feeling to Mr. Screw Gumm, with both elegance and poise."

Upon hearing this, Black Tower immediately became alert.

That Ruan Mei, so elegant and poised?

Elegance is possible, and so is poise, but not everyone possesses those qualities.

Before Qi Zhimu revealed his relationship with her, his attitude was so good. Could it be that he was doing research and testing drugs on himself and had taken too much?

Okay, she admits she also has stereotypes about Nguyen Mai.

If it wasn't a case of taking the wrong or too much medicine, then—

Upon realizing a certain possibility, Black Tower's eyes widened immediately.

"Could this guy have taken a liking to my man?"

"...Little Tower, you can't joke like that."

"What are you joking about? My man is so handsome, so outstanding, and so capable that even this genius is head over heels in love with him. Tell me, what woman wouldn't like him?"

Being praised like this, Qi Zhimu helplessly tapped her forehead.

"It's different. Our relationship started before you became a genius, during your youth."

"If I hadn't existed during that period, and you had single-handedly saved Azure Star, become a genius, and then met me again, would you have been interested in me then? Don't be evasive with your answer."

"In that case, I'll give you the answer first. Before I knew that the genius Black Tower was you, I had no interest in you and didn't even want to deal with you, so as to avoid unnecessary trouble."

Black Tower pondered for a moment, then said thoughtfully, "Without a truly unforgettable experience, one certainly won't..."

"That's because there are plenty of people better looking than me. You're just blind, otherwise, how could a mere medical clerk on the Black Tower Space Station possibly catch the eye of a genius?"

"That's what they say, but I don't really know Ruan... well, not that well."

Hei Ta searched for information about Ruan Mei, only to find it was pitifully little.

Aside from her academic background, all we know is that she enjoys making seasonal desserts, embroidery, and being alone in quiet moments. That's about it.

I have absolutely no idea what kind of music I like to listen to, what kind of books I like to read, or what kind of people I like.

He is incredibly detached from emotions, like a block of wood that knows nothing of joy. He can't be enthusiastic towards anyone, let alone show any interest.

Oh, right, interest!

"Zhi Mu, has Ruan Mei ever shown you any interest?"

"no."

Qi Zhimu pondered the events of not long ago and slowly shook his head.

"Although there was a moment when she looked at me with a strange expression, it definitely wasn't out of interest."

Having worked as an interstellar mercenary for so many years, he had seen many different kinds of people, including this kind of look.

If Ruan Mei had it, he wouldn't have failed to notice.

Hei Ta's pupils shifted slightly, and as her thigh moved back and forth on Qi Zhimu's body, she accidentally bumped into something.

He reached down and took off the ornament that Qi Zhimu had tied around his waist.

He glanced at the jade pendant and sachet on it, then tossed them onto the bedside table, and pulled out the separate key pendant from Qi Zhimu's collar.

Just now, she wondered if Ruan Mei had even a one in a billion chance of having a deep connection with Qi Zhimu in a past life.

However, the several indestructible and unique artifacts he possessed eliminated this possibility.

When Qi Zhimu sees his doll, he can recall his past life's emotions and all his memories, including his experience after dying and being reborn as a phantom life magician.

Now that he has seen Ruan Mei in person, if one of Qi Zhimu's strange items was made by her, how could he not remember?

Case closed.

Most likely, it's because Ruan Mei saw her looking radiant and transformed the other day, so she listened to her advice and started considering finding a man.

After all, he's lived so many years longer than her; he can't always rely on Mr. Two Fingers.

Humans are visual beings.

Her husband had a face as great as hers—masculine, with well-defined features, and extremely masculine.

At first glance, it may not seem particularly special, but the more you observe it, the more attractive it becomes. It's extremely pleasing to the eye and you won't get tired of it even after ten years.

Just by standing there, he instantly outshines the male leads in TV dramas and movies promoted by the company's interstellar entertainment department to attract female viewers.

What did Estelle say before... Oh right, Foundation General!

I glanced at Estella's screen by chance and almost threw up. When did effeminate men become able to play military commanders?

Honestly, even if what Qi Zhimu said is true:

If they didn't have any unforgettable experiences in their youth, even if they weren't particularly fond of the space station when they first met it, seeing a model that made them feel comfortable would at least soften their tone.

If even she is like this, it's not surprising that Ruan Mei would act the way she does.

Not to mention the female staff member on the space station who was always infatuated with Qi Zhimu and pretended to be sick when she wasn't.

If Estelle hadn't given a secret warning, who knows what kind of fight would have broken out.

If she weren't worried that Qi Zhimu would be bored out of his mind, she would have loved to loudly proclaim throughout the entire space station that this was the man of this genius.

If I run into Ruan Mei with Qi Zhimu next time, I must show off our affection.

No, not next time, tomorrow!

Invite Ruan Mei to visit Azure Star directly. Once she learns about Qi Zhimu's relationship with her, whether intentional or unintentional, it will eventually fade away.

A genius like him wouldn't stoop so low as to steal food from others, would he?

Do it when you think of it.

Black Tower immediately contacted Ruan Mei, and the call was connected a dozen seconds later.

"What is it?"

"Come over to my house for a nice meal tomorrow. You should have time then."

"No, I have very important things to do," Ruan Mei replied firmly.

"???" Black Tower was immediately filled with question marks.

"You contacted me just to say this?"

"…right."

"Then I'll hang up."

The communication was cut off immediately after he finished speaking, and Black Tower was still a little stunned.

Is it some important, secret experiment being conducted discreetly in the confined compartment?

Fine.

He still loves delving into academic topics, which means he probably doesn't have that idea, so I'm half relieved.