A top-tier gigolo, teased by a cool and aloof general, turns warm.

Henry's face turned pale instantly, and his eyes darted away.

He stammered, "Then...didn't you...come back safely? Why are you still holding this grudge?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Shi Yu's eyes.

His lips parted slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but he swallowed his rebuttal.

After a moment of silence, he slowly said, "You saved me, and I am very grateful. I will clarify things for you, but only on my own behalf."

Tatarot was your friend, and it's a fact that you abandoned him. Whether he forgives you or not is his business, and no one has the right to interfere.

After saying that, he gently took Chris's hand as if he were holding the most precious treasure in the world, and kissed it again and again.

"I'll be right back, wait for me."

"My lord, I will accompany you."

Chris grasped the master's hand in return.

Feeling the warmth of the master's hand, a warm current seemed to flow through my heart, soaking me with a soreness.

The actions and words of the male ruler always surprise and astonish the insect.

From his appearance, he might seem a bit dull and silly.

But in reality, he possessed boundless wisdom and insight.

His words were like a shooting star streaking across the night sky; though brief, they brought dazzling light, leaving the insects in awe.

Being with him is like exploring a mysterious treasure.

Every excavation brings new discoveries and surprises.

His thoughts are profound and unique; he often sees problems from different angles and offers unexpected perspectives and suggestions.

This quality made him stand out among the insects, becoming a figure that attracted their attention.

Whether discussing issues or facing difficulties, he always remained calm and composed, showcasing his talent and charm, which impressed everyone.

Chris's trial outcome has not yet been announced, and he retains his rank of general.

An order was immediately issued, requiring all female soldiers in the military to immediately proceed to the training ground for assembly.

This order was like a thunderclap, quickly spreading throughout the entire military headquarters.

The female soldiers sprang into action, gathering quickly with the speed and precision of startled insects.

When tens of thousands of female soldiers stand in perfect unison on the training ground, the scene is exceptionally spectacular.

They looked straight at the podium, their eyes fixed on the male insect about to speak.

Standing on the podium, facing such a large group of female soldiers, Shi Yu's heart began to beat faster involuntarily.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, but the turmoil in his heart was hard to quell.

Clench your hands so your nails dig into your palms to relieve inner tension.

He composed himself, steeled himself, picked up the microphone, and began to speak.

"Hello everyone, I am Chris's master, Shi Yu. I am standing here today to clarify only one thing."

Shi Yu heard his voice tremble slightly, paused for a moment, and tried his best to make his words clearer and more stable.

"What I want to tell everyone is that the medical team members, Cullen and Henry, saved me from the clutches of the rebels."

Without their help, I would probably be a prisoner by now.

At this point, Shi Yu looked at Cullen beside him, recalling the thrilling scene from that time, and felt a wave of fear.

He continued, "I am filled with gratitude for them; their courage and kindness will stay with me forever."

As for the Death Valley incident, I believe they must have had their own considerations and reasons, and I have never harbored any resentment towards them.

His words revealed his trust and understanding of Cullen and Henry, which surprised the female soldiers in the audience, who sighed in surprise.

"It turns out we misunderstood Team Leader Cullen. I was even cursing him behind his back..."

"I knew it! How bad could a male insect that can help female soldiers channel their spiritual energy be..."

"Team Leader Cullen is quite the romantic, having rejected many advances from female soldiers. I heard he's been waiting for Dr. Raphael..."

Shi Yu lowered his eyelashes, his fine, loose hair obscuring his handsome brow bone.

He sincerely apologized to the female soldiers in the audience.

"Due to personal reasons, I have taken up everyone's valuable time."

I offer my deepest apologies to everyone here, and I wish you all the best in the future, and continued success in your endeavors.

After finishing his speech, he put down the microphone, feeling a little more relaxed.

Before stepping down from the podium, he gave a standard military salute to express his respect and gratitude to them.

As I walked past Cullen, I suddenly heard a sigh of regret.

"sorry……"

Cullen's voice was low and full of apology.

"I really didn't mean to hurt you, I just... didn't want other insects to compete with me for Raphael."

Upon hearing this, Shi Yu stopped in his tracks.

He slowly turned around, his gaze falling on Cullen.

His voice was as calm as still water, without the slightest ripple.

"I have never blamed you, but Raphael has already recognized me as his brother. If you want to marry him, you must get past me first."

Cullen's eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief.

"He...he acknowledges you as his older brother?" He scoffed. "How could that be?"

Shi Yu did not answer, but raised an eyebrow at Cullen, his eyes mocking.

Seeing that he didn't seem to be lying, Cullen's mind went blank for a moment.

His blood was flowing backward, making him feel dizzy.

Unable to accept this fact, how could Raphael recognize an insect smaller than himself as his older brother?

If he had known this would happen, he would have carried this guy out of Death Valley, even if it meant carrying him on his back.

Finally, Cullen could no longer suppress his emotions and, like an enraged beast, pounced on Shi Yu.

She gripped his shoulders tightly and roared, "I love him, and you can't take us apart!"

Shi Yu slapped his hand away without any mercy.

"Heh, you haven't been able to win Raphael's heart after all these years. You should look for the reasons within yourself instead of blaming others."

The two insects stared at each other, neither willing to yield.

Sparks flew and crackled in the air.

Upon seeing this, the coldness in Chris's eyes materialized and instantly froze into ice.

"Cullen, stop being unreasonable."

However, Cullen did not take his warning seriously.

Instead, he became even more aggressive, punching Shi Yu in the face.

Just as he was about to swing his fist again, he suddenly felt a powerful spiritual force sweeping towards him like a storm.

In an instant, she grabbed his neck and tightened her grip, making it almost impossible for him to breathe.

Cullen dared not underestimate his opponent and quickly mobilized his mental energy, trying to break free from Chris's restraints.

He manipulated his mental energy, transforming it into a dozen whips that lashed out at Chris.

pop... pop... pop...

After a series of crisp sounds, Chris's body trembled violently, and he bit his lip tightly to keep himself from making a sound.

Having lost his bone wings, his reactions became somewhat sluggish.

Unable to completely dodge Cullen's attacks, he could only endure these heavy blows.

The pain instantly spread to every part of my body, causing unbearable agony.