Collapse Iron: The Five Heroes of the Clouds Won't Let Me Go

"Uncle Xiao, it's all set. There aren't many people here."

Cheng Xiao reluctantly revealed himself; he was almost in tears.

Two days have passed since the beauty pageant, but those two days have been like hell.

Fortunately, only a blurry photo of his fox-human form was captured, but even so, eyewitnesses at the scene went on a frenzy of publicity.

Now he has to ask Xing to cover for him when he goes out.

Finally, having no other choice, Cheng Xiao had to go to the Black Tower Space Station for help.

"Oh, so the busy man has finally decided to come to the space station? I'm afraid you've almost forgotten about Black Tower here."

"Black Tower A-Dream! You have to help me this time!"

Black Tower scolded:

"You only come to me when you're in trouble, but never at other times. Do you think I'm some cheap woman? Does this genius even mean anything to you?!"

Cheng Xiao clasped his hands together and quickly apologized.

"I'm sorry, it was my oversight. I've been traveling on the train these past few days and forgot to contact you. I'll definitely come to the space station more often in the future! So please help me out this time."

"Hmph, since you're showing some remorse, I'll help you out. Tell me, what's the trouble this time?"

After Cheng Xiao explained, Hei Ta fell into deep thought, paced back and forth, and took out a communicator to contact someone.

Before long, Screw Gum and Ruan Mei arrived.

With three geniuses protecting us, this trouble will surely be resolved easily.

Screw Gum:

"I don't have much research in this area, but I can provide some ideas for Cheng Xiao."

Black Tower: "I'm very curious about your so-called ability to change. You really have a lot of interesting things up your sleeve. But for biological research, we'll have to rely on Ruan Mei."

Ruan Mei: "It's very simple. Please have Mr. Cheng Xiao transform into a fox-man so I can observe him."

So Cheng Xiao activated the [Monkey] talisman again, and black fox ears and tail appeared, his face became more refined, and his brows exuded a seductive charm.

Screw Gum's pupils shifted as he analyzed:

"In conclusion, the jawline's precision was adjusted by 30%, the ratio between the eyebrows and eye sockets was slightly adjusted by 20%, and the eye shape also changed. In short, it perfectly matches the aesthetics of the fox-people."

The Black Tower is also very interested:

"Cheng Xiao, have you really changed your race? Not bad, you seem to have quite the allure."

"Please don't describe me like that..."

"What does it matter? This genius will not be controlled by such low-level instincts."

Finally, it was the turn of the true biological powerhouse, Ruan Mei, to make her move:

"Mr. Cheng Xiao, I need a drop of your blood."

"Okay, wait a moment..."

Black Tower: "No way!"

Ruan Mei clicked her tongue; she couldn't be easily fooled in front of Hei Ta.

Cheng Xiao also realized what was going on. "You, Ruan Mei, not only did you have designs on Bai Lu, but you even have designs on him!"

Ruan Mei coughed awkwardly:

"After all, it's the blood of a demigod. I'm a little curious, please don't take offense."

Ruan Mei then began to seriously analyze the situation.

"First of all, I can assure you that the fox-human that Mr. Cheng Xiao transformed into is the most genetically advanced."

"Each fox-human may exhibit the best genetic traits in one or more traits."

But Mr. Cheng Xiao possesses the finest genes from head to toe, and what attracts fox people most are his pheromones.

"Voice, smell, appearance—these are all external changes. What truly draws fox-people to their instincts is the irresistibly alluring pheromones."

Cheng Xiao was puzzled. He hadn't felt anything, so how were the pheromones released? How come he didn't know?

Ruan Mei said helplessly:

"Mr. Cheng Xiao is not a born fox-human. He can only release pheromones to the fox clan by instinct. In other words, you are constantly releasing pheromones passively."

"If we can control it a little, it won't cause the fox people to go crazy in the future. At most, they'll just lose their appetite after seeing you."

Cheng Xiao was overjoyed: "Then what's the best way to deal with the affected fox people?"

"It's very simple, a hormonal barrier. Just like a cat craving catnip, your pheromones are addictive to fox people. Once they come into contact with your pheromones, that feeling will be permanently stored in their five senses."

Ruan Mei took out a glass bottle containing a bluish liquid.

"Spraying this substance on fox people will reset their hormone levels and sensory records. Although they will not be able to forget Mr. Cheng Xiao's fox-person appearance, the crazy instincts caused by pheromones will be calmed."

"As long as Mr. Cheng Xiao stops appearing in his fox-human form, or learns to control his pheromones, then there will be no more problems."

"That's great, thanks!"

"How will you thank me?"

Cheng Xiao was speechless; he hadn't expected Ruan Mei to actually listen to his polite words.

"Um... Ruan Mei, what kind of reward do you need? How about I catch some insects for you to study breeding orders?"

"Hehe, Mr. Cheng Xiao, you must be joking. The living Insect Emperor II is right here in Luofu. Why would I need to research the resurrection and breeding of the Envoy?"

"I will not entrust Bailu to you!"

"Sir, I only need a few strands of Miss Bailu's hair."

Black Tower whispered:

"It's alright. Ever since you warned me, Ruan Mei's research has shifted from breeding insects to creating new life forms. The space station now has many creatures called 'Cat Cakes,' all of which are Ruan Mei's creations."

Seeing that Heita had spoken, Cheng Xiao stopped hesitating and agreed to Ruan Mei's request.

With Ruan Mei's medicine, Jing Yuan immediately organized the affected fox people.

Because of prolonged lack of contact with Cheng Xiao's pheromones, fox-people will enter a state of instinctual weakness and depression, which is very troublesome.

Jingyuan used Chengxiao's old clothes as bait to lure out all the affected fox people.

Finally, a medicinal spray was applied to the group, and the fox-people's intoxicated eyes were brought back to their senses.

However, their memories were unaffected; Cheng Xiao's fox-human appearance was still etched in their minds, only they had gone from being ardent fans to true admirers.

Cheng Xiao thought the matter was over, but then he found that several acquaintances were not there.

So Cheng Xiao took the medicine and prepared to pay a visit.

Next to the Tianbo Company is the Minghuo Merchant Guild.

With a nervous heart, Cheng Xiao knocked on Ting Yun's door.

The reason he came in person was because Tingyun had closed its doors to visitors.

"Tingyun, it's me. Are you home?"

The door opened slightly, revealing a dark crack, and a lifeless eye stared intently at Cheng Xiao.

"It's Mr. Cheng Xiao! You've finally decided to come see me?"

Cheng Xiao said awkwardly:

"There was a slight mishap, but it's okay, I already have a solution, just cooperate with me."

"Sir, even when you transform into a fox spirit, you remain so handsome, which makes this humble woman yearn for you. Sir, do you know... this humble woman's heart is almost no longer her own?"

Cheng Xiao was unwilling to say more, for too much talk would only lead to mistakes.

"Tingyun, stick your head out, I'm going to spray you with some medicine."

Tingyun scolded:

"Is that all you wanted, sir? I haven't been able to eat or drink for the past two days, all I could think about is seeing you again."

"Tingyun, cooperate with me, everything will be alright."

"Since you insist, sir, I will comply. But please come to my room, and I will do as you please."