Chapter 108: Leisurely Life, Out Shopping
"Wow, Hua, you're incredible now! It doesn't look very powerful, but it feels so much stronger than your straightforward attacks before," Dan Zhu exclaimed in delight, praising Fu Hua.
"???"
Beside them, Cang Xiaoxuan was startled awake by Dan Zhu's sudden outburst. Rubbing his eyes, he forced himself alert and looked toward Fu Hua.
After seeing clearly, Cang Xiaoxuan was speechless.
That's it?
Isn't this the same as what she practiced back on Taixuan Mountain?
What's the difference?
Shrugging, Cang Xiaoxuan dozed off again.
Fu Hua glanced at Dan Zhu but didn't respond, maintaining her morning training rhythm.
After finishing her routine, Fu Hua finally stopped her movements. Taking a long breath, she began playfully interacting with everyone.
Wu Tong watched this group—individuals who could absolutely be called ancestors in age—engaging in lively discussion.
He felt deeply gratified.
One of his wishes as the ship's spirit, the "Honkai tragedy crusher," had been fulfilled: Fu Hua's tragedy was resolved.
Just as Wu Tong was reflecting, a bold, cheerful voice came from behind.
"Feeling the urge to join them? Mr. Wu Tong."
Wu Tong turned to see Himeko Murata speaking.
His gaze shifted to the room behind Himeko.
Good grief—right next door to his.
A gorgeous neighbor?
Are they really that trusting of me? Aren't they afraid I might lose control?
Though Wu Tong's mind wandered, he didn't evade Himeko's teasing. Smiling, he replied, "Indeed, they're all beautiful young ladies."
"As some old folks say, appreciating beauty can help one live longer."
Himeko hadn't expected such a response. After a moment of surprise, she smiled as if discovering something amusing: "Haha, that's an interesting take."
Looking at the witty, kindhearted, powerful, and wealthy young Wu Tong before her, Himeko felt a flutter of excitement.
Such an outstanding prospect—if she missed this chance, she might never find another.
Is spring finally coming for me? But... isn't this boy a bit too young?
Unaware of Himeko's thoughts, Wu Tong struck up a conversation with her.
After a while, Wu Tong, Himeko, Fu Hua, and the others headed toward the cafeteria.
Another lavish feast followed, during which Kiana and others joined them.
Once satiated, the group began discussing their plans for the day.
With Otto no longer a threat, Kiana and the others decided to grant themselves a short break from their intense training.
They would relax while entertaining Wu Tong.
...
"How about we go shopping? I want to buy tons of stuff!" Kiana, who had just received a large allowance from Theresa, raised her hand and suggested when no one else spoke.
"No, that sounds boring. Better to go to the arcade and play games," Bronya Zaychik replied while playing her handheld console.
"I want to attend the Homu exhibition. I heard one's being held in the Far East soon," Theresa joined in from the side.
Ever since Fu Hua revealed the plot, Theresa's image had completely collapsed. The dignified and mighty headmaster persona could never be restored.
Thus, she had completely given up on maintaining appearances, openly declaring her hobbies.
"How about watching a movie? We'd like to experience modern civilization's literary works too."
The lively Dan Zhu proposed a new suggestion, and Cang Xuan nodded expressionlessly in agreement.
"Anything's fine, but could I get a few more big meat buns?"
Cang Xiaoxuan had no objections to others' ideas, devouring the meat buns in his hand. After finishing, he asked Cheng Lixue beside him.
"Of course..."
...
Before long, everyone with differing opinions tried to persuade others to follow their suggestions.
In the blink of an eye, the harmonious private room transformed into a bustling lecture hall.
"Shorty, what's fun about games? Better go shopping with Mei."
"Paramecium, games are way more interesting than shopping. Why bother buying things? Isn't having enough sufficient? Money's better spent on gacha."
"Homu exhibition? Uh... heh, maybe not."
"Eh, why not? Homu is the most popular mascot."
Seeing this, Wu Tong felt helpless. Are you all entertaining me, or just pursuing your own desires?
After a while, seeing no consensus, Wu Tong finally slammed the table and decided. Kids make choices, but adults take everything.
Hearing Wu Tong's decision, the women had no objections and all agreed.
Once decided, everyone quickly finished eating, then returned to prepare, dress up, and change clothes.
Around noon, everyone gathered at St. Freya Academy's main entrance.
When all were present, Theresa waved her small hand.
"Depart!"
With that, the group rushed out of campus in a grand procession.
On the street, men saw Wu Tong accompanied by a diverse group of beauties and cast envious, jealous glances his way.
Those with girlfriends even received a two-finger pinch lesson from their partners.
But Wu Tong remained unaware. Feeling others' envious and jealous gazes, he had only one sensation.
Pure bliss.
...
At 12:10 PM, the group arrived at Xunguang Arcade, Game GoGoGo.
The Valkyries, leveraging their superhuman neural reaction speeds and precise combat prediction, began dominating the games, slaughtering opponents left and right.
Naturally, ordinary players were no match and were quickly decimated.
But as the saying goes, constant victory without defeat breeds boredom.
Unsurprisingly, everyone soon lost interest in the games.
...
At 1:00 PM, the group arrived at the cinema and watched two hours of Homu Adventure King.
Afterward, Dan Zhu and Cang Xuan decided to abandon all expectations for modern civilization's literary works.
...
At 3:20 PM, the group arrived at the Homu Exhibition held in the Far East and began wandering around.
However, except for Homu enthusiasts like Theresa, Bronya, and Kiana who were delighted, others showed little enthusiasm.
Wu Tong was no different, but seeing others still interested, he accompanied them.
Honestly, Wu Tong couldn't quite understand how Homu dolls became so popular.
Just a plain yellow rabbit, and rather ugly at that—how could it be so beloved?
And it even became a world-class idol?
This... is this what they call "ugly-cute"? (End of Chapter)
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