Chapter 136 “Revenge”

Chapter 136: "Revenge"

In the treatment room

After the Marshal and the Principal left, Chi Yan also stood up and left, giving Chief Ji and Ji Anjue some space to be alone.

Before leaving, Chi Yan specifically moved the rose cakes closer to Ji Anjue's side and the tea closer to Chief Ji's side. He waited until Chief Ji picked up the teacup and took a small sip before leaving, satisfied.

Unaware—and a bit nervous, since he hadn't finished reading the memories—Ji Anjue thought Chi Yan cared more about him, his face lit up with joy.

After Chi Yan left, Ji Anjue was practically preening: "See, Brother Yanyan still likes me more."

Ji Anzhi smiled without saying a word, wondering what Xiao Tuanzi's reaction would be upon learning that the ingredients for these rose cakes were cultivated using human fertilizer.

Accidentally reading Ji Anzhi's thoughts, Ji Anjue froze in place. A few seconds later, pointing at the half-eaten fourth rose cake in his hand, he demanded: "The roses were grown with human fertilizer?"

Ji Anzhi, holding his teacup, smiled and nodded, while Xiaoxue nestled quietly in his arms, watching the show.

Ji Anjue: "…………"

Wordlessly putting down the rose cake, Ji Anjue got up and went to the adjoining bathroom to rinse his mouth.

Even though they weren't the same species, reading in Ji Anzhi's memory that the fertilizer had been made from those alpha scum still made the plant feel nauseous.

Ji Anzhi was in a good mood. He put down his teacup, picked up Xiaoxue, stroked her for a while, and then casually asked: "Did Xiaoxue miss me?"

Xiaoxue seemed to understand, meowing softly and sweetly, even actively rubbing against Ji Anzhi's hand, putting on an utterly adorable, well-behaved act.

This was the scene Ji Anjue saw when he came out. Because Xiaoxue's mental power was sealed, Ji Anzhi didn't know what she was saying, but Ji Anjue knew perfectly well.

After understanding, Ji Anjue raised an eyebrow. It seemed best not to let Ji Anzhi know about Xiaoxue's condition for now, otherwise his own rations might be cut.

Ji Anjue sauntered over, shot Xiaoxue a look dripping with contempt and mockery, causing Xiaoxue to instantly bristle and let loose a stream of protest at Ji Anjue.

Although Ji Anzhi wasn't entirely clear about what happened, one thing was certain: Ji Anjue was bullying Xiaoxue again.

Even though their relationship was one of guardian and ward, Ji Anjue just loved to bully Xiaoxue. It was better when Ji Anzhi was around, but he didn't know how much Xiaoxue had been bullied during the months he was gone.

"Alright, An Jue, stop bullying Xiaoxue."

Ji Anjue let out a meaningful, scoffing laugh.

Xiaoxue had killed the gardenia flowers in the eco-park, killed two emerald birds, five Buckeyes fluffy rabbits, three old vines of Exus star flowers, eight dragon mice... and so on. He wondered if Ji Anzhi would remain this calm knowing that.

But he wasn't much better himself, so Ji Anjue didn't say anything and instead changed the subject: "By the way, before coming here, I beat up Qi Yanshen."

Ji Anzhi's expression didn't change as he calmly inquired: "How is he now?"

Confirming Ji Anzhi wasn't angry, Ji Anjue directly broadcast the memory of his one-sided beating of Qi Yanshen to him.

Ji Anzhi saw in the memory that Ji Anjue's Star Eagle performed a precise spatial jump to the port.

Immediately upon arrival, he used his mental power to locate Qi Yanshen, pinning him in place on the training ground, unable to move.

Then, after parking the Star Eagle, Ji Anjue, with Xiaoxue, immediately drove a space hovercar to the Mothership, using mental power control to forcefully breach it.

Being invaded, the Mothership naturally sounded alarms, but they only lasted a few seconds before abruptly stopping.

Afterwards, Ji Anjue headed straight for Qi Yanshen's location. Naturally, he encountered many soldiers along the way, ninety percent of whom took Ji Anjue for an enemy, drawing weapons to attack, but all were controlled by Ji Anjue's mental power, frozen in place.

Unhindered, he arrived at the training ground. Lu Yan thought something had happened to Qi Yanshen. Even though Qi Yanshen said he was fine, just couldn't move, Lu Yan hurriedly called for Uncle Yun, not even thinking about the Mothership's brief alarm.

Uncle Yun also rushed over urgently. Upon arrival, he gave Qi Yanshen a thorough check-up. The results showed no problems, but Qi Yanshen insisted he couldn't move, and even physical pulling couldn't budge him.

Just as Yun Huaifeng's mind was filled with various conspiracy theories, a commotion arose at the training ground entrance. Looking towards the center of the disturbance, they saw a golden-haired man who looked completely out of place with everyone else and the entire Mothership.

Upon seeing the man, Yun Huaifeng immediately confirmed two things.

First, this was the external reinforcement they were waiting for—the SSSS-level mental power user.

Second, the reason his son had no physical issues but couldn't move was absolutely the handiwork of this SSSS-level mental power user.

Understanding this, Yun Huaifeng put away his various medical detection instruments. These things were expensive, and if damaged, getting new ones approved would take at least half a year.

After putting away the instruments, Yun Huaifeng grabbed Lu Yan by the collar and pulled him backward. Lu Yan still didn't understand what was happening.

"What's wrong, Uncle Yun? What are you doing?"

Yun Huaifeng calmly replied: "Taking cover."

Simultaneously, Yun Huaifeng issued a temporary order to the others: "All personnel in G453 area, evacuate immediately."

G453 area was where Qi Yanshen was. Although most people didn't know what was happening, they knew Yun Huaifeng was the head of the Research Institute's Pharmaceutical Department, a frequent guest of the Interrogation Department, and Commander Qi's partner. They obeyed and evacuated G453.

A small portion didn't hear Yun Huaifeng's order. They issued warnings to Ji Anjue, and some even attacked, but all were mentally controlled by Ji Anjue and moved aside.

Arriving in front of Qi Yanshen, before Ji Anjue could even speak, Xiaoxue, perched on his head, bared her teeth first, hissing a low warning at Qi Yanshen.

There was no doubt Xiaoxue might fly over and swipe at Qi Yanshen the next second.

Using his mental power to restrain Xiaoxue and prevent her from causing trouble, Ji Anjue then looked Qi Yanshen up and down.

He looked thinner than last time, and more haggard...

Of course, that didn't soften Ji Anjue's blows.

Daring to force himself on his Ji-dad? The only reason he wasn't torn to pieces was that his Ji-dad still had feelings for him.

He may escape death, but he won't escape punishment.

If he doesn't spend a month in the Treatment Pod, he'll swear off snacks next month!

Ji Anjue's lips curled into a smile as he said to the wary-looking Qi Yanshen: "Do you know who I am?"

Qi Yanshen cautiously replied: "No."

Ji Anjue's smile became even more amiable, like an angel saving the world: "You don't know? Then let me show you now."

The next second, Ji Anjue restored the memories he had once erased, allowing Qi Yanshen to regain his memories from the moment Ji Anzhi proposed breaking up and fainted.

Strange yet intensely familiar memories instantly flooded Qi Yanshen's mind. In those brief seconds, he relived every bit of his time with Ji Anzhi.

After Qi Yanshen digested the memories and urgently wanted to say something, he found himself unable to speak.

Ji Anjue's smile faded as he said calmly: "It's true. You can believe it, or not. Anzhi couldn't defeat you, but I'm different. If I want you dead, it's just a thought away."

His voice wasn't particularly loud or soft, but due to the earlier bizarre scenes and the urgent message the Marshal had just sent about an honored guest arriving who must be treated with respect and not provoked, the area was deathly quiet.

So everyone could hear Ji Anjue's words.

The last sentence left everyone feeling angry and humiliated, but no one took it as a joke.

At that moment, Yun Huaifeng stepped forward and said loudly to Ji Anjue, "Your Excellency, I know my child has done something very wrong. His mother and I ask for your forgiveness. If you truly cannot forgive him, please spare his life—just keep him alive and in one piece."

Even if Yun Huaifeng hadn't spoken, Ji Anjue wouldn't have beaten Qi Yanshen to death.

After all, based on his earlier conversation with Dad Ji, he could still see that Dad Ji still liked Qi Yanshen. If he really killed him, he might end up losing Dad Ji's favor.

"Very well, I agree."

With that, the next second, Qi Yanshen was slammed over the shoulder by an invisible force. After the throw, his stomach seemed to receive a heavy blow, caved in, then his wrist was dislocated, his leg bones fractured...

In the end, Ji Anjue honored his promise and left Qi Yanshen with his life.

Moreover, Qi Yanshen's injuries only looked bad on the surface. In reality, his vital blood vessels, nerves, and internal organs were completely unharmed. He would recover in just two days in a Treatment Pod.

Ji Anjue glanced at Qi Yanshen, who was writhing in pain on the ground, drenched in sweat, and said, addressing no one in particular, "No painkillers are to be used. Any medication administered must have the most painful side effects."

Yun Huaifeng immediately agreed, "No problem, Your Excellency."

With that promise, Ji Anjue left, with a happily perked-eared Xiaoxue in his arms.

As the memory scene ended, Ji Anzhi didn't know what to say.

He had guessed how Ji Anjue might fight, and the reality was somewhat close to what he'd imagined. However, he hadn't expected Ji Anjue to do it in front of the entire army and Qi Yanshen's father.

Although no vital blood vessels, nerves, or internal organs were harmed, judging by appearances alone, Ji Anjue truly left him with only a breath left—just enough to be placed in a Treatment Pod...

"Ah, well... Never mind. Next time, be considerate of others' dignity. Don't do such things in public."

Ji Anjue had done it for him, after all. He couldn't break Xiao Tuanzi's heart, so Ji Anzhi only gave a gentle warning.

Ji Anjue nodded obediently and listened.

Then, Ji Anzhi asked about Ji Anjue's upgrade progress. According to expectations, it should have taken another ten days or so to reconnect. Why had it happened so much earlier?

Ji Anjue tried to dodge the question vaguely, saying things like this time was different from last time, it was absorbed more easily, and so on.

But Ji Anzhi wasn't buying it. He had watched Xiao Tuanzi grow up, and long before the upgrade, Xiao Tuanzi had mentioned that the second time, due to nutrient surplus, the psychic energy level in Guoguo would be higher.

Plus, with the previous Guoguo mostly used to form his body, this time it had to be processed on his own, so it would take at least four or five days to complete absorption.

Besides, having watched Xiao Tuanzi grow up, he could tell what he was up to with just a glance.

"Anjue, be honest."

Ji Anjue guiltily glanced away and said, mixing truth with lies, "This time, the flowering and fruiting stages went faster, so I returned earlier..."

Ji Anzhi sighed to himself. Since Ji Anjue didn't want to say, he couldn't force him and had to drop the subject for now.

"Forget it, let's go back."

Going back, of course, meant returning to the Star Eagle.

Ji Anzhi's belongings had already been stored in his Space Bracelet, so after getting ready, he only took the roses given by General Hong and the pot of mint.

The remaining rose cakes were packed by Ji Anjue to take along. Even if they were to be thrown away, they couldn't be left here.

Making sure nothing was left behind, Ji Anzhi headed out carrying the roses and mint. As for Xiaoxue, she returned to Ji Anjue's arms.

One bared her teeth, the other looked smug.

Walking along the way, they naturally attracted countless gazes, especially Ji Anjue, with his floor-length golden hair, face of angelic beauty, and the bulky, impractical robe—it was like he was from another world entirely.

Ignoring the probing stares, the two boarded the hovercar Ji Anjue had arrived in.

Once inside, Ji Anzhi asked curiously, "An Jue, are you wearing pants?"

Ji Anjue was dumbfounded. Did he look like someone who enjoyed streaking?

"I am."

Ji Anzhi rubbed his nose. He couldn't be blamed for asking. Ji Anjue really disliked wearing clothes. Back on the Star Eagle, if not for his repeated threats, Xiao Tuanzi would probably have gone streaking every day.

Later, even when he put on clothes, they were loose, easy-to-wear garments like robes—just slip them on. And because they reached the floor, Xiao Tuanzi simply didn't wear pants underneath, "going commando" everywhere...

Returning to the Star Eagle, Ji Anzhi went back to his room. It was exactly as he had left it, no difference.

After straightening up a bit and placing the mint and General Hong's roses in a vase, Ji Anzhi went to the command center to find Ji Anjue.

Arriving at the command center, he found Ji Anjue picking on Xiaoxue again, controlling a ball of water to approach her, making her fur stand on end.

Ji Anzhi let out a helpless sigh, stepped forward to pick up Xiaoxue, and warned, "An Jue."

Ji Anjue returned the water ball to the cup, pretending nothing had happened, and opened a pack of cookies to nibble on.

Xiaoxue was still fluffed up in Ji Anzhi's arms, meowing nonstop, almost turning into a little furball.

After working hard to calm Xiaoxue down, Ji Anzhi felt like he was back to before—like a single father raising two mischievous kids, worrying about this and that, exhausted.

Suddenly, he missed the life of being taken care of by Qi Yanshen. Comparing the two, the latter was indeed more comfortable.

Once things settled, Ji Anzhi remembered the ecological garden and asked, "By the way, how are the plants and animals in the ecological garden? None of them died, right?"

Mentioning the ecological garden, both the plant and the cat froze in place.

Who was Ji Anzhi? He was the one who had raised these two little creatures step by step, practically their foster father.

As the saying goes, a father knows his children best. The odd behavior of Ji Anjue and Xiaoxue instantly made Ji Anzhi sense something was wrong.

With a deceptively friendly smile, Ji Anzhi questioned, "What did you two do? Do I have to go see for myself, or will you tell me?"

Hearing this, Ji Anjue, taking advantage of Xiaoxue being psychically blocked from conveying clear meaning to Ji Anzhi, threw the first accusation: "Xiaoxue was responsible for killing your favorite gardenia plant!"

Ji Anzhi's smile widened as he stroked Xiaoxue's head and continued, "And?"

Ji Anjue immediately dumped all the blame on Xiaoxue—whether it was something she did or he did, he shifted it all cleanly.

In the end, he even hypocritically squeezed out a few tears, claiming it was his fault for not keeping a better eye on Xiaoxue. This infuriated Xiaoxue, who was furious but unable to speak, and the back of her neck genuinely felt a bit chilly...

Ji Anzhi smiled brightly and said, "So that's how it is~"

Just as Ji Anjue thought he had escaped punishment, his Dad Ji suddenly changed tack: "In that case, your allowance for snacks for the next six months will be halved, and so will the Psychic Stimulant. After all, nutrient surplus isn't good for your health, right?"

Ji Anjue: "…………"

Dad Ji, I was wrong T﹏T