The Struggle for Standing in the Family
With Silver Wolf breaking free and leaving, this Simulated Universe test came to an end.
The main control screen dimmed, and the projectors for Xing and Screwllum lost connection.
The office returned to its previous quiet.
Herta stood in front of the control panel, her fingertips lightly tapping the tabletop, producing a crisp sound. She looked at the data displayed on the screen, a slight smile playing on her lips, though it was unclear whether she was satisfied with the data or something else entirely.
"The test has been completed, and the results were unexpectedly fruitful."
Screwllum's gentle voice rang out in the office. He had already exited the Simulated Universe and gracefully bowed slightly to Herta in farewell.
"Things here are finished, but I still have other matters to attend to, so I won't stay any longer."
He expressed his intention to leave to the Herta, then turned his gaze to Bai Luoming and continued.
"Mr. Bai Luoming, love is a very complex subject." Screwllum's voice was devoid of emotion. "I wish you excellent results in this subject."
Having said that, the king of the Planet Screwllum left the office with steady steps.
As soon as Screwllum disappeared behind the door, Bai Luoming keenly sensed that Herta's movements gradually ceased, and he stopped paying attention to the data, turning his attention to his direction.
His eyes twitched, and then he quickly moved closer to Xing, who had just stood up from the ground and was still rubbing her face. He hooked his arm around her shoulder and whispered something loudly to her.
"Star Baby, you've worked hard on the test! Come on, I'll show you around the space station now!"
After saying that, Bai Luoming leaned close to Xing's ear and whispered, "Quick, let's go back to the train while Herta isn't looking."
"Ah?"
Xing hadn't recovered from the slight dizziness caused by exiting the Simulated Universe. Not only that, she also felt a bit of pain in her face, and she didn't know why. Hearing Bai Luoming 'Bai Luoming words, she subconsciously followed him.
And so, Bai Luoming pulled her along, following him step by step, towards the office door, muttering unconsciously to himself.
"Why go back to the train? Himeko are all in Belobog, only Pom-Pom is on the train now..."
Bai Luoming, gripping Xing's wrist, was frantic. He wanted to take advantage of Herta's inattention and escape the space station quickly. He felt like he had been completely set up during this trip to the space station. Now that everything was over, he wanted to take this opportunity to leave the space station, otherwise, his situation would probably get worse if he stayed any longer.
However, things did not turn out as Bai Luoming had expected. Just as he led Xing to the office entrance, Herta's voice rang out behind him.
"Stop."
The Herta's voice wasn't loud, but it was like an invisible command, freezing Bai Luoming in place.
Seeing Bai Luoming stop, Herta curled the corners of his lips and slowly walked towards the door.
Her movements were unhurried, and the sound of her footsteps approached from afar, each one like a tap on Bai Luoming's heart.
Soon, Herta walked up to the two of them. Bai Luoming was sweating profusely, awaiting Herta's judgment.
Herta glanced subtly at Bai Luoming's hand hooked around Xing's shoulder, her brows furrowing slightly. Then, she reached out, grabbed Bai Luoming's collar, and pulled him close to her with a slight force.
"Where are we going?" she asked with a hint of mockery. "We still have some things to settle between us."
"Um... we need to take the clothes off the train, or they'll gather dust." Bai Luoming felt a chill run down his spine and could only manage a lame excuse.
He was making a final, desperate struggle.
"Heh." Herta chuckled lightly, completely unconcerned by his lie. "With your fashion sense, so what if your clothes get dusty? Besides, do you think I'd need another piece of clothing from you?"
Bai Luoming was left speechless.
Herta, too lazy to look at his embarrassed state any longer, turned to Xing, who looked completely bewildered, and told her to leave.
"I have some things to attend to with this guy. You'll have to go find Asta and collect your reward for this test later."
After saying that, Herta released Bai Luoming's collar, raised his hand and forcefully took his hand, walking towards the office exit.
Xing blinked, her gaze sweeping across the two faces. Ignoring Bai Luoming's pleading expression, she reached out and solemnly patted Bai Luoming's shoulder, her face more serious than ever before.
"Brother, go in peace."
She looked at Bai Luoming and said meaningfully:
"I'll explain things to you in March 7th. And when you become rich and powerful, don't forget to help your little sister out!"
As soon as she finished speaking, Xing ignored Bai Luoming's reaction and strode towards Asta's office without looking back.
For Xing, the joy of receiving his salary at this moment clearly outweighed the sense of responsibility to save his brothers from dire straits.
Bai Luoming was left alone, bewildered in the wind.
Herta gave him no time to react, half-dragging, half-pulling him towards his private lounge.
Bai Luoming tried to stop himself with his feet, but it was all in vain in the face of this genius, leaving only two friction marks on the smooth floor.
Soon, Herta led Bai Luoming into the lounge. Bai Luoming seized the opportunity to grab the door frame tightly, resisting Herta's attempt to lead him into the room.
Seeing Bai Luoming resisting, Herta frowned and reached out to pry his fingers off one by one, saying, "Stop resisting, Elbow, come inside with me!"
"No!" Bai Luoming protested loudly.
"Hehe, that's not up to you." With that, Herta pried Bai Luoming's fingers apart and pushed him into the room.
As the heavy metal door closed behind us with a soft click, the room's lighting automatically adjusted to a warm, ambiguous tone.
We finally brought this guy here. Once he's inside, he'll be completely out of his control.
As Herta thought this, he released his grip, letting Bai Luoming lean against the door, panting.
She crossed her arms and looked him up and down with great interest, as if examining a collectible about to be dismantled.
"Weren't you quite talkative in the office just now?"
She snorted coldly, breaking the silence of the room.
"You want to fight me to decide your place in the family?"
"Now, it's time to show you what family discipline is!" With that, Herta walked step by step toward Bai Luoming.
Bai Luoming watched her approach step by step, a variety of thoughts flashing through his mind.
He clearly realized that the current situation was a critical juncture.
If I back down today and let her do as she pleases, then my "younger brother" position in this relationship will be completely sealed off from now on.
No, absolutely not!
Even if I get beaten half to death today, I'm going to fight for my place in the family!
Just as the Herta stretched out its wicked hand, attempting to devour the tender ox.
Bai Luoming suddenly raised his head, his gaze fixed on the Herta. His eyes, which had been filled with a hint of panic, now became sharp and firm.
He stopped retreating.
He raised his hand, and with lightning speed, precisely and forcefully grabbed Herta's outstretched slender wrist.
The air seemed to freeze.
Herta paused, a look of surprise appearing on his face for the first time.
She clearly hadn't expected that this prey, which she had always manipulated, would dare to resist.
Before she could even ask a question...
Bai Luoming's other hand shot out with lightning speed, and he smoothly wrapped his arm around her slender waist.
With a slight exertion of force in his arm, an irresistible power surged forth.
Caught off guard, Herta was spun around halfway by him, his back pressed against the cold wall.
The loss of balance caused her to instinctively let out a short gasp.
"You..."
Before she could finish speaking, Bai Luoming lowered his head and, without hesitation, captured Herta's lips with his own.
All of Herta's words were shut down.
Herta was clearly not expecting Bai Luoming to be so proactive. Her eyes widened slightly at this moment, reflecting Bai Luoming's face so close to hers.
The scent of Bai Luoming's hormones, mixed with his faint, refreshing fragrance, overwhelmed her senses.
This feeling left her somewhat dazed, her mind going completely blank.
The air in the room seemed to heat up rapidly at that moment, becoming scalding hot.
At the same time.
The rumors about Herta and Bai Luoming also broke through the limitations of the space station and began to spread to all parts of the world, just as Herta had designed. The news about the romance between Ms. Herta, seat #83 of the Genius Society, and the Nameless completely dominated the headlines all over the world.
(One more chapter will be posted later)