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Military training is a phase that the freshmen at Sky University find hard to get through.
Although it was already autumn, the sun today was unusually scorching. With the premise of not using any abilities, the freshmen in camouflage uniforms on the field were drenched in sweat.
The stern instructors moved back and forth, drilling the new recruits in their respective squads.
During military training, it was more challenging for the girls—having weaker physiques, menstrual cycles, overheating due to long hair… These were issues that couldn't be avoided.
Fortunately, the military training did not adhere to the same standards as the military, or even the stronger freshmen wouldn't last very long.
After an hour, they finally got their first break. At the command of "Rest in place," the newcomers quickly sat down, taking off their caps to use them as fans.
"This weather is just like a girl's face—ever-changing. Is this really autumn? Feels more like summer!" complained Song Xinghui to Su Yuchen beside him.
Su Yuchen, using his cap to fan himself, stayed silent because he felt the heat was yet another 'unfortunate' event targeting him.
Since the start of military training, apart from the excessively hot weather, there hadn't been any other 'unfortunate' incidents.
Sometimes he wondered if his 'misfortunes' were specific to him, as if the world was targeting him because he was a transmigrator, an outsider in this world.
Just like no homeowner wanted a guest to stay at their place indefinitely; after a while, they'd find ways to 'encourage' the guest to leave voluntarily.
"The military training has just started; I hope the weather won't be like this all the time," Song Xinghui, fanning vigorously, looked at Su Yuchen. "You're not a resident student, huh? I didn't see you in the dorm last night. Are you renting a place outside?"
"Yeah," Su Yuchen casually replied.
"Expensive?"
"So-so."
"Why not live in the dorm?"
"To avoid the dorm building collapsing."
"Haha, brother, you're quite the joker," Song Xinghui laughed. "By the way, are you planning to run for class president?"
After a pause, he continued, "For me, I'm planning to. After all, being a class president has many benefits. And if I can lead our Class 3 to advance to Class 1 in the final exams, I'll have more influence in our department and even in the school."
Regarding the final exams, Su Yuchen had heard a bit from Xia Yushuang. It was an exam for the department to reorganize class rankings.
The exam results symbolized strength. Leading the class to become Class 1 meant securing the most seats in the department's student union. Usually, the class president of Class 1 became the president of that department's student union. Afterward, they wielded significant influence over most matters within the department.
Then it would be about consolidating power, striving for more votes, and eventually aiming for positions in the school's student union.
Each high-ranking member of the student union has a 'number of votes' supporting their position, forming different 'power' groups, each seeking greater benefits for themselves.
Students from Sky University, irrespective of nationality, language, color, or species, gradually evolve into powerful entities that control various aspects of Sky City.
Sky City, a gathering place for geniuses, is gradually taking on the form of a 'nation.'
This is also why various countries began sending 'agents'—no human country wishes to see the Sky City transform into a 'Sky Nation.' That would mean losing a considerable number of elites, resources, and control over the vast Northern Sea area.
And to achieve all of these, becoming a class president is the first step of a thousand-mile journey.
Failing to become a class president implies having no absolute say within the class. Without cooperation from other classmates, elevating the class's rank becomes quite challenging.
Failing to secure a Class 1 position made further progress even more difficult. This could lead to a vicious cycle.
Su Yuchen glanced at Song Xinghui, surprised by his aspirations.
"I don't have such plans," he replied.
Hearing this, Song Xinghui smirked and lowered his voice, "Then, brother, will you vote for me when the time comes?"
Su Yuchen remained silent. He wasn't ready to run for class president. Being too busy or tired was secondary; the main reason was not wanting to step into the limelight.
By utilizing Tia, the influence of his senior sister, he wasn't worried about not getting into the school's student union. But if he wielded more power, it would add pressure to Yuxi.
If the Crown Prince of Chang'an gained some power in the Sky City, it wouldn't just affect the domestic situation but also the international scenario.
What Yuxi was gradually achieving was already challenging enough; as an elder brother, he couldn't allow his sister to face more pressure.
Therefore, standing behind the scenes was the most advantageous choice for the current stage.
"I've inquired, but haven't received any useful information…" Seeing Su Yuchen remaining silent, Song Xinghui continued on his own, "Each final exam's content is different every year. I wonder how the school comes up with so many test materials…"
Song Xinghui, who had been talking non-stop, suddenly closed his mouth, staring wide-eyed at a figure that had appeared behind Su Yuchen at some point.
"Hi~ Junior Brother, what are you thinking about so deeply? Hoo~" Kristia bent down, embracing Su Yuchen from behind and gently blowing a warm breeze into his ear.
She didn't mind his sweat odor at all; in fact, she seemed to love the fragrance that emerged with his perspiration.
It was an incredibly, unbelievably pleasant scent. Just by holding onto him, she felt an inexplicable, restless sensation.
Thankfully, she had cast a small spell to shield his fragrance yesterday. Otherwise, wouldn't many vampires have flocked to the field following the scent?
Su Yuchen involuntarily stiffened—she smelled so good, and she was so soft.
'A very nice reaction indeed.'
Kristia turned her head, looking at his side profile with a sly smile. She had to exercise immense self-control to resist the urge to stick her tongue out and lick him.
"S-Se, Senior…" After breaking free from Kristia's embrace, Su Yuchen displayed silky acting skills—blushing, shy, and stammering.
"Junior Brother~ Hello, little junior Yuchen!" Kristia's lips curled up, enjoying the sight of his flustered, blushing virgin-like behavior.
If, slowly, in her presence, he stopped blushing and stuttering while speaking, that would undoubtedly be due to her nurturing.
Just the thought of it gave her an inexplicable sense of accomplishment.
Bah! What am I thinking? I must stick to my true self. How can I feel accomplished?!
'He's a blood bank! He's a blood bank! He's a blood bank…' She silently repeated the self-reminder.
Kristia stood up from her crouched position, her blonde hair making her stand out among the camouflage-clad crowd.
"How… how did you come here?" Su Yuchen, who regained his composure, asked softly, his expression somewhat unnatural.
In front of Kristia, he had to fit the image of his introverted self, feeling awkward and uncomfortable being noticed by his seniors and classmates.
"Me?" Ignoring the stares, Kristia pulled Su Yuchen to the side, shaking the thermos cup in her hand. "I came to give you this. Are you moved?"
"The first cup of milk tea in autumn, personally brewed for you." She looked at Su Yuchen with a flirtatious glance.
Looking at the red thermos cup presented to him, Su Yuchen's lips moved slightly. "I-I'm not thirsty."
"On such a hot day during military training, how can you not be thirsty?" Kristia spoke gently. "You've sweated so much… even if you're careless about yourself, you still need to replenish fluids in time."
Seeing Su Yuchen's nervousness and knowing his discomfort in front of so many classmates, she firmly thrust the thermos into his hand. "Be obedient. This is the first time I've been so nice to someone of the opposite sex."
Su Yuchen stared blankly at Kristia, watching as she took a small step forward and leaned closer to his ear, whispering, "Junior brother, enjoy the first cup of autumn milk tea I've given you… hoo~"
The cool breeze that came from her mouth brushed against his earlobe, leaving Su Yuchen looking even more stunned, his body stiffening further.
Kristia straightened up. "After the morning military training ends, I'll come find you for the cup. If Junior Brother hasn't finished it… be ready to face the consequences of angering your senior."
After saying that, she smiled brightly, "Alright, I'll leave now. Junior Brother Yuchen, take your military training seriously."
It was already so hot, add military training to that, plus her open flirtation—wouldn't the virgin junior pass out if she continued?
"Bye-bye, Junior Brother." Kristia waved and turned to leave.
Su Yuchen lowered his head, looking at the thermos cup in his hand, his expression returning to normal.
"This cup of milk tea… could it be spiked?"
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"This woman…"
From the window of Room 903 in the Zhixing Building near the playground, Xia Yushuang's attention had been fixed on the field since class began, and even under today's scorching heat, she remained as cool as a snow maiden, unaffected by the weather.
Luckily, the other classmates had left the classroom; otherwise, her frost-covered desk would have surely attracted their attention.
"I clearly told her that he doesn't like women…"
"It's just a casual friendship, so why would she actively offer him water?"
"Vixen!"
Although she had wanted to head to the playground, she eventually held back. The rumors circulating had already spread. If she were to go now, it would dispel the rumor that "Su Yuchen doesn't like women."
Without this rumor, given his appearance, there would certainly be more vixens trying to get close to him.
"I need to think of a way."
Xia Yushuang exhaled softly, withdrew her gaze, and walked out of the classroom. She still had one more class this morning.
…
"Bro, bro, is she your girlfriend?"
Su Yuchen had just returned and sat on the lawn when Song Xinghui couldn't wait to ask, "Why isn't she in uniform? Is she a teacher? Or a Westerner… What's the dining etiquette for eating Western food? Teach me!"
"You're overthinking it," Su Yuchen emphasized. "She's a senior, and I don't like 'women.'"
"A senior? Doing graduate studies? You're impressive." Song Xinghui clicked his tongue in amazement. "Being liked by a graduate senior, I envy you."
"She doesn't like me."
"Heh." Song Xinghui clearly didn't believe it. A postgraduate senior coming specifically to deliver water? Was it a dare from a game of truth or dare? Who would believe that!
"She brought you plain water? I bet the water from the senior sister is sweet, right?"
"Milk tea."
"The first cup of autumn milk tea??" Song Xinghui widened his eyes, a slightly exaggerated expression on his face.
Su Yuchen glanced at him speechlessly. "Do you have to be so loud?"
"Don't you know?" Song Xinghui leaned closer to Su Yuchen and lowered his voice. "Do you know what the first cup of autumn milk tea signifies?"
"What could it mean?"
"The first cup of milk tea in autumn, abbreviated as 'Autumn Tea,' signifies…"
Su Yuchen turned to look at him. "What?"
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