The Marshal’s Wife is Wild
Chapter 286 - 285: Knowing How to Stir People’s Hearts

Chapter 286: Chapter 285: Knowing How to Stir People’s Hearts

Jiang Zhou parted the undergrowth and saw a hole that was neither deep nor shallow, his face showing a hint of suspicion, "That’s right, but how did it manage to eat away the tree trunk and roots as well? And how come the weeds here are unharmed; does the Insect Clan of this Insect Star not fancy eating them?"

Qu Tong had been silent all along, but suddenly she thought of Sai Pu’s bizarre behavior when he escaped.

Jiang Zhou then gathered some purified weeds to take back with him.

After returning, Qu Tong couldn’t wait for Jiang Zhou’s research findings as she had to return to Capital Star.

School was about to start, and although she had passed the final exams and could choose not to attend classes, she still had to participate in the opening ceremony and deal with some affairs of the Pharmaceutical Department.

Qu Tong asked Jiang Zhou for a few insects and sought advice on how to feed them.

The low-grade Insect Clan was no different from ordinary insects, with the distinction that they could evolve into middle-grade Insect Clan, whose bodies grew much larger than ordinary insects upon leveling up, gaining increased speed and defense, with some even changing their appearance or developing toxicity.

In the known knowledge of the Insect Clan, their hierarchical system is somewhat similar to that of ants and bees.

High-grade Insect Clan members do not have reproductive abilities, and like the Bug Emperor, they are usually birthed by the Bug Mother.

Before leaving the medical facility, Qu Tong left Jiang Zhou with a remark, "Dr. Zhou, sometimes what the eyes see might not be the truth, there might be hidden secrets."

Jiang Zhou looked up from the microscope with confusion, his gaze towards the now empty doorway.

Recalling Miss Jun Li’s teasing looks each time she saw him, and intentionally saying these words, could he have really misunderstood the relationship between Miss Jun Li and the Grand Marshal?

Could the scene he witnessed have been just an accident?

Two accidents?

But it seemed that besides their harmonious interactions, there were indeed no intimate contacts between them.

Unable to make sense of it, Jiang Zhou decided not to think about it anymore and focused on continuing his research.

Qu Tong sent a message to Si Yuting and waited for him in the office until she was too tired and fell asleep on the desk.

Si Yuting, after returning and discovering the office door was locked, went to the public washroom to shower before coming back.

The moment the door opened, Qu Tong woke up.

On her fair face, a red mark was pressed out, her head tilted slightly, and her eyes still somewhat hazy.

Seeing Qu Tong like this, Si Yuting felt a softness in his heart, his lips unconsciously curving upwards.

"I’m leaving, your Highness seems very happy?" Qu Tong raised her eyebrows.

"Not at all," Si Yuting answered solemnly, entering and embracing Qu Tong.

"Your Highness, couldn’t your room use an extra chair?" Qu Tong joked.

Qu Tong actually suspected that Si Yuting had a bit of OCD, sometimes calling an assistant robot to bring over a chair from elsewhere, but by the next day Si Yuting’s office would be back to its original state.

"I’ll add one next time," Si Yuting replied, his left thumb gently rubbing over the red mark on Qu Tong’s face.

He then looked at the culprit that created the mark, only realizing after a closer inspection that Qu Tong’s wrist was very slender, and the bracelet seemed to fit just right.

Si Yuting fiddled with Qu Tong’s bracelet, confirming that it was the kind of fit that couldn’t be removed.

Seeing Si Yuting’s curiosity, Qu Tong materialized a small section of vine and made a bracelet for him, her voice soft as she explained, "It’s called Qingmu, part of my Special Ability, my spiritual power can stimulate it, it’s a bit different from yours."

Because Qingmu’s retraction into her body would cause a change in her hair color, Qu Tong didn’t demonstrate on the spot.

Si Yuting glanced down at Qu Tong and gave a light hum of acknowledgment.

His little wife seemed to trust him a lot.

Qu Tong remembered the purpose of her visit today and turned to face Si Yuting.

"Your Highness," Qu Tong called out, her expression serious, "last time I touched that yew tree."

Si Yuting pursed his lips, nodded, and waited for Qu Tong to continue.

"Your Highness should not take the planet where the Insect Clan has appeared lightly."

Si Yuting knew what Qu Tong meant, as his room had a flower stand cultivated through Qu Tong’s Special Ability.

"Okay."

While Si Yuting was still pondering, his lips were suddenly enveloped by something soft.

By the time he realized and wanted to deepen the kiss, she had already slipped out of his control.

He looked up frowning as the space in his arms emptied.

His little wife stood smiling gently a meter away, "Your Highness, I should be going back now."

She turned around without any hesitation.

She always knew how to stir emotions, and Si Yuting curled his hand, suppressing the itch in his heart.

She really was a little naughty fox...

*

Before returning to Capital Star, Qu Tong first visited Luyi Star.

Upon receiving the news, Ke Jun came personally with Xiaoguang to thank Qu Tong, guessing that Ms. Jun Li’s appearance right then must have something to do with their young lady.

And he knew the cost of reattaching a severed bone in a medical pod wasn’t cheap.

Qu Tong had received a transfer from Ke Jun before, but she returned it.

All she wanted was for her employees to work well for her, and the more loyal, the better.

That’s what she thought, and what she said, too.

After Ke Jun left the villa, he made a firm decision to help the young lady manage the farm well.

Whether it was the grace of the mentoring, the shelter, or the life-saving, any one of those was worth his full-hearted repayment.

As soon as Ke Jun left, Old Man Yuan excitedly rushed out, his eyes shining with excitement.

"My good disciple! You’ve finally come back. I’ve prepared everything. Let’s start the treatment now!"

Old Man Yuan could hardly wait, feeling that this time the medicine would definitely make a complete recovery.

It had been a long time since he last used his spiritual power, almost forgotten what it felt like.

Contrary to Old Man Yuan’s eagerness, Qu Tong was much more composed.

She took out a paper contract from the Space Button and smiled, "Sure, just sign the ’indenture’ then."

Old Man Yuan’s eyes widened in protest, "You little girl, taking advantage of the situation!"

She knew he was anxious and purposely chose this time, leaving him scratching his head and ears.

Qu Tong just smiled without a word.

She trusted the law more than promises.

Old Man Yuan had no choice but to glare at Qu Tong fiercely and picked up the contract from the table to read.

It wasn’t an "indenture" but a labor contract similar to what Ke Jun had, only extended to 20 years. There was a salary, too— but it was the interstellar minimum wage, 3000 Star Coins a month.

Old Man Yuan’s expression immediately changed, and he signed with a hee-hee laugh.

Qu Tong put the contract away properly and followed Old Man Yuan to his room.

The dosage increased with each treatment. Last time, Old Yuan slept for a whole day and night— this time was expected to be no less.

"Young girl, after the treatment is finished, I will perfect this elixir and then teach it to you." Lying in bed after taking the elixir, Old Yuan was so excited that he was almost dancing.

This was an elixir capable of repairing a fractured Spirit Sea—a result that could cause a sensation in the Pharmaceutical Department, although it could only be effective with the support of the young girl’s special ability.

The young girl was his lucky star; not just twenty years, but even the second half of his life would be fine. He was even afraid his disciple would find him too troublesome.

"Let’s talk about that after you’re better," Qu Tong replied calmly, her face somewhat serious.

She began to mobilize her special ability from within. This last treatment was just as crucial, and although she was confident she could save Old Yuan’s life, she didn’t want this old rascal to be disappointed.

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