"An open cooperative relationship?"
What kind of jargon was this?
It was a term not in her knowledge base.
Was he implying her bow earlier wasn't 'open' enough? Or that the assets she offered weren't 'cooperative' enough?
Mu Qingxue's brain CPU immediately started smoking, frantically searching her knowledge base, trying to decipher this beyond-syllabus question.
The women behind her, however, were in an uproar, their chatter bubbling like boiling water.
"Oh my god, what's going on? Is this some new era test?"
"Open? Cooperative? Sounds so high-end, why haven't I learned about it?"
"It's over, it's over, Mu Qingxue won't be able to answer! I told you she was just a pretty face!"
"Quick, quick, write this down! This is definitely the hottest interview topic this year! It'll definitely be on the next test!"
Jiang Xun watched the woman's face turn red and then pale, a smile already blooming in his heart.
He had just said it casually.
It was purely a meme he'd seen while surfing the internet in his previous life, used to poke fun at certain complex emotional states.
He hadn't expected that, in this world, it would become an "interview question" that needed to be answered on the spot.
Seeing the fine beads of sweat on Qingxue's forehead, Jiang Xun mischievously cleared his throat, sinking further into the sofa, adopting a posture that said, "My patience is wearing thin."
Pressure, it had to be applied effectively!
Just then, Mu Qingxue seemed to have suddenly understood something, and her tense body instantly relaxed.
She looked up, that impeccable, perfect smile once again gracing her face.
"Mr. Jiang, do you mean that after marriage, you reserve the right to develop intimate relationships and even enter into marriage with other women, is that correct?"
Oh?
Jiang Xun raised an eyebrow.
This woman had something.
Her reading comprehension skills were truly wasted if she wasn't creating college entrance exam papers.
"If my understanding is correct," Mu Qingxue's voice regained its composure, even carrying a hint of imperceptible… excitement? "I personally express my complete and unconditional support for this."
"According to the current 'Male Rights Supremacy Act,' male citizens possess freedom in marriage and relationships, free from any external interference. Any decision you make is your sacred right."
She moved half a step closer, and the fragrance of orchids mixed with hormones became even more assertive.
"Not only will I not interfere, but I will also proactively screen, manage, and train the subsequent sisters to ensure they provide you with the highest quality service, guaranteeing no trouble is added to your life."
"This is my understanding of an 'open cooperative relationship'."
"Cooperation for mutual benefit, everything for your satisfaction."
After speaking, she performed another ninety-degree deep bow, her figure even more fully revealed.
Jiang Xun was completely speechless.
Good heavens.
I was just messing around, and you immediately elevated it to the level of law and management studies?
You've really broadened the path, sister!
The surrounding women, after hearing Mu Qingxue's answer, beat their chests and stamped their feet, their faces filled with the regret of "Why didn't I think of that?"
"I was too hasty! So that's what it meant! Wasn't that a freebie question?"
"Mu Qingxue, that sly fox, is too quick-witted!"
"It's over, there's absolutely no chance this time."
Jiang Xun was already ecstatic inside, but he had to maintain his composure on the surface.
He took out his phone, brought up a confirmation interface, and lightly tapped on Mu Qingxue's avatar.
It was done.
Just then, a middle-aged woman in a uniform, with a "Tianhe Project" work badge pinned to her chest, walked to the center of the hall on high heels.
Her expression was serious, and her voice, amplified by the microphone, echoed throughout the venue.
"Silence!"
Instantly, all the chatter ceased.
The middle-aged woman pushed up her glasses and announced in a businesslike tone:
"Congratulations to Mr. Jiang Xun and Ms. Mu Qingxue for preliminarily reaching a 'Tianhe' intention."
"According to the latest supplementary clause of the 'Male Health Protection Act,' to ensure the kidney and heart health of male citizens and the rational allocation of social resources, effective immediately, each male citizen may marry a maximum of one new legal partner per month."
The hundreds of elites below, far from showing any jealousy or disappointment at the quota being taken, instead had their eyes shining, as if they had been injected with adrenaline!
Their breathing quickened, and their faces flushed with excitement.
"Sisters! Did you hear that! One spot per month!"
"That's great! I thought there was no hope this year, but I still have a chance next month!"
"This month it's Mu Qingxue; next month, it might be me! I need to go back and prepare new talents, pole dancing is on the schedule!"
"Mu Qingxue! You better serve Mr. Jiang well! Don't disgrace us women! Otherwise, we're not done with you!"
Their gazes towards Mu Qingxue were no longer purely jealous, but instead held a kind of expectation and pressure, like "the hope of the entire village."
Jiang Xun was completely bewildered.
He completely failed to comprehend this pathological fanaticism.
And just at this moment, a cold, mechanical voice sounded in his mind.
"Ding! Detected that the host has successfully entered into a marital relationship with the first female lead, 'Mu Qingxue'. The God-tier Family Head System is officially activated!"
"Novice Family Head (Level 1) template has been loaded!"
"Family Reputation": 3000 (Awarded 3000 reputation for an S-rank marital bond with Mu Qingxue)
"Heavenly Mandate Jade": 1 piece (Special reward for successfully marrying a female lead for the first time. Note: The Heavenly Mandate Vault requires Family Head Level 2 to unlock)
A blue virtual panel, visible only to him, appeared before his eyes.
"Family Panel"
Member: Mu Qingxue
Affection: 60 (Passing grade)
Health Status: Excellent
"Reputation Shop"
Basic Health Scan: 100 Reputation/scan
Stamina Potion (Small): 200 Reputation/bottle
"Normal Lottery Wheel"
Cost: 100 Reputation/spin
Prize Pool: Cash, consumables, skill fragments, etc.
Grand Prize: Extremely low chance to directly obtain a complete basic skill book, such as Silver Kidney Fighter and other body strengthening skill books.
Jiang Xun looked at the system, which was as rudimentary as a web game, and his mouth twitched.
However, something was better than nothing.
He closed the panel and his gaze returned to reality.
The middle-aged female host had already completed the official procedures and was handing over some documents to Mu Qingxue.
Mu Qingxue was radiant at this moment, as if she had just won a world-class battle. She took the documents, turned and walked in front of Jiang Xun, her posture even lower.
"Mr. Jiang, the procedures are complete. From now on, I am yours."
Her voice trembled slightly, with excitement and the relief of finality.
"Hm." Jiang Xun responded indifferently, then uttered a sentence that once again caused everyone present to freeze.
"Handle the admission procedures for Jinling University for me."
"What?"
Mu Qingxue was stunned.
Go… go to university?
Do you still need to go to university?
Shouldn't you be lying in piles of money, pondering which sister to favor today?
"What, is there a problem?" Jiang Xun asked.
"No! No problem!" Mu Qingxue snapped to attention, immediately realizing, "Jinling University is the best academy in the country. All male citizens can enter without examination and enjoy the highest level of treatment. I will arrange it for you immediately, guaranteeing you'll move into the best villa dormitory in the university tomorrow!"
Her efficiency was extremely high; she immediately took out her phone, dialed a number, and began issuing instructions in an undeniable tone.
Jiang Xun, meanwhile, stood up, ready to leave this place that made his nose itch.
He walked past the group of women who were still in a state of excitement.
It was only then that these women saw Jiang Xun's face up close for the first time.
From a distance earlier, they had only felt that he was tall and distinguished in temperament.
Now, up close, they realized that this man was incredibly, almost unfairly, handsome.
He wasn't the effeminate type covered in powder, but rather had distinct features, deep-set eyes, a high nose bridge, healthy wheat-colored skin, and exuded a clean yet slightly wild youthful aura.
Especially his nonchalant demeanor, which was a fatal poison.
"Oh my god… he's so incredibly good-looking…"
"Why didn't I have the courage to step forward just now!"
"If he just looked at me, I'd be willing to give him half the shares of my company!"
"Waaah, what a missed opportunity! I truly missed a great opportunity!"
A female CEO clutched her chest, her face full of exaggerated grief, as if she had missed not just one man, but an order worth a billion.
Jiang Xun seemed oblivious to these burning gazes, walking straight out of the hall.
Mu Qingxue had already hung up the phone and hurried to catch up, following half a step behind him.
"Mr. Jiang, the car is ready. Shall we go to Jinling University now?"