You said you hated men, why are your eyes now full of love?-Chapter 55 - ...What a Scheme?

Sometimes, you don’t need to learn how to weld to make a lasting impression.

Seeing Ji Mu’s enlightened expression after its intense coaching, the system clasped its hands behind its back and gazed at the ceiling at a forty-five-degree angle, assuming an air of profound wisdom.

Sigh.

How would the world survive without me tackling these high-stakes missions?

It shook its head with an exaggerated air of melancholy. Not only did it personally ensure mission progress, but it also played mediator, repeatedly guiding Ji Mu through his friendship crises.

Truly, it was exhausting itself in service.

If Zhuge Liang were reincarnated, he would be no different from this.

The subsystem that remained in the room suddenly spoke, interrupting its narcissistic inner monologue.

[Aside from sweating, is it possible that the female lead was stunned by the appearance of the host, and then her legs went weak and she...]

[Shut up!] The system stared at its junior.

[Who do you think Ruan Qingqing is? She is the epitome of purity!]

With a personality that blushes at the slightest teasing, how could she react like some common flirt?

[Can't you understand logic? Do you have basic judgment and reasoning skills as a high-tech intelligence?]

[Main system, there are always exceptions. Didn't you say before that you can't judge a book by its cover?]

Facing its senior's rebuke, the subsystem retorted defiantly.

[Besides, you know the constitution of the female lead.]

She is the epitome of purity, with an innately seductive yet pure constitution!

[I did say that,] the system snapped impatiently. [But no matter how much of a contrast there is, she wouldn’t react that way until her aversion to men completely disappears!]

The system’s gaze darkened.

[If what you say is true, why hasn't Prajna Instrument shown any reaction yet?]

Data doesn’t lie.

[I...] This statement hit the weak point of the subsystem.

The subsystem faltered. It had no counterargument. The subsystem could only think of bringing up the hidden corruption value.

[Main system, but the female lead's hidden corruption...]

Before it could finish the sentence, the system shot it a death glare.

[At this point, you’re still trying to argue with me?] The system scoffed. [What hidden corruption value? Completely useless!]

Do you even know what the current task is? Once the aversion value was fully removed, Ruan Qingqing’s bond with the host would be rock solid. If anyone was in danger, it certainly wouldn’t be Ji Mu, it'd be other people.

Do you understand or not?!

[........] The subsystem went silent.

The system withdrew its cold gaze.

[From now on, you should refrain from commenting on the decisions between me and the host. Just do your own job.]

Who's the boss here, you or me?

Can't you tell the difference between the big king and the little king?

[.....Understood, Main System.]

Hearing the reluctant tone in the subsystem's voice, the system didn't care.

An intern is just an intern, always thinking about some random nonsense.

Worried about the female lead having problems?

What a joke! When have I, a seasoned veteran of the systems world, ever made a wrong judgment?

You've got some nerve!

…

Meanwhile.

Ji Mu sat at his desk, occasionally glancing toward the bathroom.

Two hours had passed.

The silly goose still hadn’t come out.

…Was she constipated?

He considered going to check, but knowing how shy she was, he decided against it. No need to embarrass her.

He’d read online that girls could take hours just doing their makeup. Spending extra time in the bathroom wasn’t that unusual.

Ji Mu looked away.

Ji Mu sighed and pulled out his phone, debating whether to start a game. Just then, the sound of the toilet flushing echoed from the restroom.

Huh? Finally done?

He looked up just in time to see Ruan Qingqing step out, brushing a loose strand of hair behind her ear. Her jet-black hair cascaded down to her waist, her off-the-shoulder dress clinging to her delicate figure. The white fabric, damp with sweat, turned semi-transparent, faintly revealing the outline of her skin.

Oh! A bit revealing.

Ji Mu quickly averted his gaze.

Why did it feel like she had just gone through some kind of intense workout…?

Before he could dwell on the thought, the scent of gardenias drifted past him.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Mu Mu," the girl said softly, slightly apologetic.

"It's fine."

Shaking off the random thoughts in his head, he picked up his pen and pointed to the questions in her exercise book, returning to the main topic.

"I reviewed the problems again. Most of the similar ones, you solved perfectly in the past. Why did you mess up so badly this time? Even your basic formulas were completely off."

A few seconds after asking, Ji Mu paused, realizing that his tone might have been a bit harsh. Remembering the system’s advice about being gentler, he softened his words.

"Do you not feel like yourself today? If you're tired, you can rest first and review later."

Ruan Qingqing replied softly, "It's fine. I was just a little nervous earlier, but I'm feeling much better now."

Hearing this, Ji Mu studied her for a moment. Her face still held a faint blush, but her gaze was clearer than before.

She did seem much better compared to when she first walked in.

"All right, if you feel up to it, let's continue." Without another word, he flipped to the next page. "Let's stick to our usual routine. You do the problems and I'll watch."

"Okay."

Ruan Qingqing agreed obediently.

She felt much calmer now. At least, she could sit beside Ji Mu and focus entirely on the math problems.

Time passed, second by second.

During this time, after each problem was completed, Ji Mu would go over her work, breaking down complex concepts step by step, and making everything clearer. Even when she made the same mistake several times, he patiently explained where she went wrong and helped her gradually catch up.

It was as if he was personally feeding her well-prepared meals.

Even Ruan Qingqing, with her somewhat dense mind, gained a new understanding of the subjects under the thorough and accessible guidance of the top student.

Concepts that had once baffled her were now falling into place.

She had never learned so efficiently in a classroom, no matter how attentively she listened to her teachers.

Looking at the boy with clear, handsome features sitting at the desk, Ruan Qingqing's eyes held an indescribable softness.

It was like starlight streaming across the Milky Way.

It was both admiration and adoration.

The wall clock ticked rhythmically.

Ruan Qingqing stole a glance at it. Nearly 12:30.

It's been so long... She stretched, crossed her arms and straightened them along with her neck, leaning back gently. Her full chest outlined a graceful curve.

The movement was smooth and firm, full of elasticity.

A faint gulp came from the system.

Hearing this, Ji Mu secretly felt contempt.

Perverted AI.

He rubbed his sore neck. "Let's stop here for today. Studying intensely for too long isn't good for your brain."

Ruan Qingqing stood up, feeling a little embarrassed. "Thank you, Mu Mu."

"It's no trouble at all." Ji Mu didn't think much of it. "As long as you can learn, it's okay."

He never hesitated to be patient with his good friends.

"The main thing is that it's a waste of your time." Despite what he said, Ruan Qingqing still felt indebted to him.

"True," Ji Mu nodded in agreement. "For others, it might be a bit of a waste."

Then he looked over, his amber eyes looking incredibly serious under the light.

"But when it comes to you, no time is wasted."

After all, she was his twenty-five million.

Ruan Qingqing's breath hitched.

Ji Mu's eyes contained tiny specks of light as if they were filled with thick honey.

It was as if he was looking at a rare treasure.

"By the way, silly goose."

Embarrassment flooded her chest, but his next words stopped her heart.

"Is this yours?"

In his hand was a small, square plastic package.

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