Just pocket money

In Asta's eyes, Lin Feng had already done far too much for her.

If Lin Feng hadn't faced hundreds of Voidranger monsters alone, her trusted aide Arlan would probably have died.

If Lin Feng hadn't resolutely stayed behind to fight the formidable Doomsday Beast, Herta Space Station would already have been reduced to ruins.

Had Watermelon Field Chara's slanderous rumors spread any longer, even revealing the truth probably wouldn't have convinced anyone.

By then, she, the young station manager of Herta Space Station, would have lost all authority aboard the station.

But Lin Feng had stepped in with decisive force, cutting off the rumors at their source and restoring her reputation.

And then there was the Fragmentum. Even the Herta Space Station Security Department couldn't handle it, leaving them with no choice but to rely on Lin Feng...

Though they hadn't known each other long, everything he had done undoubtedly proved his care and deep affection for her.

At that moment, Asta felt Lin Feng was even more outstanding than a hero who protected a princess.

A large part of the reason Asta had come to Herta Space Station was to escape her family's disputes and scheming.

Though she was still young, Asta knew that even friends and relatives could turn against one another over their interests.

Only after meeting Lin Feng had she realized there was a man in this world willing to go so far for her.

With no ulterior motives or benefits involved, such pure, sincere affection was especially precious and moving.

She wasn't some innocent princess from a fairy tale, yet she had still won the favor of a hero like Lin Feng. How fortunate she was.

For that reason, Asta had already made up her mind. She would give everything she had to return Lin Feng's affection.

Even if she had to set aside her maidenly reserve and pride, she would do so without hesitation rather than regret it for the rest of her life.

"Station Manager Asta? Is something on your mind?"

Lin Feng's voice sounded beside her ear, pulling Asta back from her deep reverie.

"Haha... nothing, Mr. Lin Feng. I just remembered something amusing."

The corners of Asta's lips lifted into a sweet smile, and a faint blush spread across her fair, lovely face.

My heart was all in a flutter just now, and Lin Feng caught me like that. How embarrassing...

"Station Manager Asta, now that I see you're all right, I can rest easy..."

Lin Feng gave her a polite smile, then slowly turned, preparing to leave once his work was done, concealing his achievements and fame-a modest little show of coolness.

"Wait... Mr. Lin Feng, don't go yet. I haven't properly thanked you!"

Asta knitted her brows slightly and hurriedly called out.

Anxiety filled her pretty face as she stepped forward and caught the sleeve of Lin Feng's jacket.

"There's no need to thank me. I only did all this for..."

Despite saying that, Lin Feng was actually feeling a little expectant.

How will the super-rich Asta thank me this time?

A billion Credits is already enough to squander for a lifetime. If she wants to thank me again, could she be planning to offer herself as a gift?

Recalling the intimate pleasures of that night, Lin Feng felt quite nostalgic.

"It was all for me, wasn't it?"

"I understand, you know. I've always understood..."

Clear ripples shimmered in her lake-blue eyes. So deeply moved was Asta that the words slipped out.

Her slender, delicate hands curled into fists, and she lightly pressed her rosy lips together. Asta looked utterly bashful.

Of course, a second later, she regretted it so badly that she wanted to give herself a couple of solid punches.

Oh no, I let it slip! What do I do? What do I do? My whole plan is ruined!

Asta had intended to take things slowly, not reveal her feelings too soon!

Now she had no idea how to explain herself. After all, this still wasn't the best time to confess...

"My lady, something's wrong! Something terrible has happened!"

Just as Asta was fretting, Arlan appeared before her with hurried footsteps, his face full of anxiety.

"Arlan, what's going on? Why are you being so flustered?"

"You're the head of the Security Department now. Can't you act a little more calmly?"

Folding her arms across her chest, Asta pursed her lips and spoke with some irritation.

"Well, all the funds on the family's secret-key card have disappeared!"

"I remember there should have been about a billion left on it?"

Arlan's face remained tense as he spoke.

"Ahem... w-well, I spent it all!"

Her delicate brows drew together, and a trace of panic crossed Asta's face before she put on a calm expression.

It was only a billion. I already transferred all of it as a top-up and gave it to Lin Feng as a gift.

"What did you spend it on? That was a billion!"

"Hmph... who gave you the right to manage my pocket money?"

"It's spent, and that's that. Why all the questions? You're so annoying..."

Asta's lovely eyes shifted, and her lips curled slightly, giving her a rather haughty, coy air.

"You did..." Arlan froze for a moment, looking hesitant.

"Then that settles it. I have every right to decide how to spend my pocket money!"

"I-it's only a billion. Why are you so nervous?"

Asta pursed her lips, pretending to be unconcerned. She was indescribably cute.

Listening to their conversation, Lin Feng felt somewhat awkward himself.

After all, the black card holding a billion Credits was sitting in his pocket. He wondered what Arlan would think if he found out.

"But..."

"No buts, Arlan. Have you finished all your work today?"

"If I remember correctly, the Fragmentum cleanup still isn't quite finished, is it?"

"The Security Department's work is our highest priority. You can't afford to be careless..."

As she spoke, Asta gave Arlan a pointed look, as if to say he knew what she meant.

"Ahem... Master Lin Feng, you're here too."

"Then, my lady, I'll get back to work! Bye, Master Lin Feng..."

Scratching his head, Arlan realized he was being a third wheel. He quickly waved and hurried away.

After observing her firsthand over the past few days, how could Arlan not know what his lady was thinking?

By now, matters involving Master Lin Feng were probably the only things that truly mattered in Lady Asta's eyes.

Unless Herta Space Station exploded, she likely wouldn't pay much attention to anything else.

"They say a girl's IQ plummets when she's in love. Looks like it's true..."

"In that case, could those missing billion Credits mean my lady bought an expensive gift to win his favor?"

"But with a man as outstanding as Master Lin Feng, it's no wonder my lady's head is spinning. If I were a girl, I'd..."

"Pah, pah, pah! What kind of ridiculous thoughts are these..."

Putting those rather strange thoughts aside, Arlan hastened his steps and soon disappeared from the Central Control Zone.

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