The Butterfly Loves the Flower, the Phoenix Seeks Its Mate

"You're a student in this class? I've never seen you before!"

Chen Shimi smiled mysteriously and said, "The truly great hermit lives in the city, the lesser hermit in the school; the true face of a dragon is not something an ordinary person can see."

Actually, it was because no one wanted to talk to him, unintentionally isolating him. Apart from a few people like Si Ming who were willing to talk to him, everyone else treated him like he was invisible, so he naturally lost his sense of presence.

Although Huo Wenlong thought Chen Shimi's words were arrogant, he had the ability to back it up, so his arrogance turned into confidence. He took a deep breath, cupped his hands, and said, "So you're their source of confidence. No wonder they laughed at me. But don't get too cocky. I'll join the school team next year, and I hope to meet you in the competition. Then we'll settle things once and for all."

Although he didn't think he would definitely lose in a real fight, his opponent had achievements to show for himself, while he had none. So, staying to argue would only be humiliating.

While Huo Wenlong may not consider other people's feelings when he speaks, it doesn't mean he's brainless. He can still distinguish the pros and cons of the situation, so after he finished speaking, he left, leaving behind a bunch of collective "that's not how the script was written" memes.

"Hmph, in the end, they're just mortals."

Chen Shimi smiled dismissively, sat back down, and continued eating, as if he had only done something insignificant—which was indeed the case.

The crowd exchanged bewildered glances, unsure how to react. Although they wanted to reprimand Chen Simi for acting recklessly and disregarding the atmosphere, they also felt that Huo Wenlong seemed to be someone important, and it would be a mistake to anger him and ruin their relationship.

Some people were filled with regret, lamenting that they hadn't spoken more to Chen Simi back then. Given how isolated Chen Simi was, if they had said a few more words and tried to build a relationship, they might be best friends now.

They treated others like fools, only to find out they were the fools.

But then again, how come there are so many hidden talents in my class? Are there other people I haven't taken seriously, but who are actually quite remarkable as well?

Just as everyone hesitated about how to deal with Chen Shimi, Si Ming rushed over, grabbed the man by the neck with both hands, and angrily said, "You chuunibyou bastard, how dare you steal my thunder! What a great opportunity to show off and slap someone in the face, and you ruined it! Do you know how rare it is for me to have an opportunity like this?"

"My dearest friend, your affairs are my affairs."

"My dearest friend, I'm breaking off all ties with you! Starting today, I'm cutting all ties with you!"

Seeing Si Ming and Chen Shimi playfully fighting, everyone couldn't help but sigh. Si Ming was really lucky. Not only did he have a girlfriend at the Spirit Transformation level, but he also had a close friend with unpredictable strength. He could live a life of luxury and wealth by clinging to powerful figures, saving himself twenty years of hard work.

However, there's no point in being jealous. You can only blame yourself for not having the discerning eye to recognize people. They were all classmates, but you didn't seize the opportunity. Fortunately, compared to others, at least they had the connection of being old classmates, so they were still closer.

With Si Ming's antics, the atmosphere was no longer awkward, and the others no longer needed to worry about how to react, so they all stepped forward to complain.

"Chen Simi, you're so unfair! You actually tried to steal it from me. I was hoping to see Huo Wenlong's reaction when he found out the class monitor had already reached the Spirit Transformation stage, but now that's hopeless."

"Yeah, I was also thinking of telling Class Monitor Huo Wenlong that he already has a boyfriend, so he shouldn't even dream about it. When he got resentful and couldn't help but provoke Si Ming, I would say, 'What business is it of yours who a Spirit Transformation Grandmaster wants to date?' That would leave him speechless, and now his plans are all ruined."

"You're still the same as before, completely oblivious to the atmosphere. I remember you were always like this back in school, leaving people unsure whether to praise you or scold you."

The class reunion ended in a lingering, convivial atmosphere. Everyone greeted each other warmly, promising to meet again next year before heading home. Many of them wore excited expressions, clearly planning to brag about what had happened that day for the next six months.

"With Chen Shimi Mi causing trouble, I've completely become a gigolo, without even a chance to clear my name." Si Ming still looked unwilling.

Murong Qing feigned displeasure. "What's wrong with living off me? Am I making you feel wronged?"

Si Ming hurriedly replied, "I'm not wronged at all, I'd be happy to do it."

Murong Qing couldn't help but laugh, "That's more like it." Then she reached out and took Si Ming's arm, resting her head on his shoulder, once again acting like a little bird clinging to him.

Some classmates who hadn't gone far saw this scene and were so surprised their jaws almost dropped. It was completely unexpected that such a strong-willed class monitor could have such a delicate side. At the same time, they had to give a thumbs up and admit their admiration for Si Ming's skill in picking up girls.

He definitely got the powerful backer through his own abilities, not luck.

Si Ming was completely unaware that the impression he had of being a kept man had been firmly established. On their way home, halfway through their journey, Murong Qing suddenly said, "Come with me somewhere."

"Good."

Si Ming didn't ask where they were going.

Finally, the two arrived at the cemetery and stood in front of Murong Zhe's tombstone.

Si Ming had suggested buying flowers and wine, but Murong Qing said it wasn't necessary. She used her True Qi to wipe away the dust from the tombstone, then stood staring at the inscription for half an hour.

"Father, I've found someone I can rely on, and my younger brother has grown up strong and independent, so you don't need to worry about us anymore..."

Two lines of tears slid down Murong Qing's cheeks, leaving clear tear tracks.

Seeing this, Si Ming quickly offered a handkerchief, but the other person did not take it.

"I'm not crying from sadness, but smiling from happiness."

With glistening tears in her eyes, Murong Qing revealed a smile to Si Ming that was so beautiful it could eclipse the moon in the sky.

Chapter 715 Butterfly Loves Flowers, Phoenix Seeks Its Mate

In the steamy bathroom, Si Ming lay down in the hot water, letting out a comfortable groan as his muscles relaxed completely.

Normally, he would just take a quick shower or even skip the bath altogether. After all, with his current strength, he didn't need to shower to stay clean, unless he was sweating profusely from practicing his boxing. Otherwise, he would smell like a baby, just like the innate masters described in many novels. However, today, Murong Qing all, taking a bath was a very pleasant thing.

"Could this water be from when she just soaked in it?"

Si Ming recalled that Murong Qing had taken a bath before him, and when he entered the orphanage's bathroom, the bathtub, which Yao Bilian had privately funded, was already filled with water, and judging from the water temperature, it seemed to have been left out for some time.

He scooped up a ladle of water, brought it to his nose, and smelled it. It smelled of snow lotus, so it must have been freshly soaked.

"Could this be my reward for today?"

Although Si Ming didn't have any particular fetishes, he couldn't help feeling a little excited. The lingering scent of her body in the water gave him a feeling of being embraced, causing a faint stirring in his lower body. He quickly recited, "A pure heart remains calm even when the sky falls, composed amidst countless changes, with a tranquil mind and peaceful spirit..."

Slowly relaxing her body, she floated on the water, bobbing up and down. Finally, she stopped fantasizing about lewd things, but the image of Murong Qing's captivating smile resurfaced in her mind, and she gradually became intoxicated.

Emerging from the bathroom, Si Ming felt refreshed, all the fatigue of the past few days swept away. His body and mind felt cleansed, as if untouched by dust, his senses purified, and no desires arose.

He returned to his room, pushed open the door, and reached for the light switch next to the door frame.