Qi Yu glanced over, ensuring the star coins he received were correct, and then nodded slightly towards the shopkeeper, “No problem.”
“That’s right, our shop treats everyone fairly, young or old. In this place, no one dares to entertain dishonest thoughts.”
These words were to be taken with a grain of salt. Not daring to act is possible, but not scamming… If Qi Yu hadn’t asked Nanda today, he would have been tricked.
Qi Yu didn’t take the shopkeeper’s words to heart and changed the subject: “Shopkeeper, do you know where I can buy pheromone suppressants and nutrient solutions for male zergs?”
It would be best to get these things done here, just like the shopkeeper said, no one dares to make a move here.
Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper’s shrewd gaze flickered, “It’s for your male master, right? You’ve asked the right person. Transactions here mostly use temporary terminals. Because of this, we have a complete range of items. Just go down this street, and at the corner, there is a shop where you can find nutrient solutions of various grades. You might want to have a look.”
“Thank you.”
After getting the information he wanted, Qi Yu left with his items. Upon exiting, he first scanned the area with his mental power. Seeing no one paying attention to him, he found a hidden corner and changed into his cloak.
Qi Yu had previously measured his height, exactly 1.8 meters, and this cloak fitted him perfectly, effectively concealing all his distinguishing features.
Ensuring he wouldn’t be recognized, Qi Yu stored his items in his space and set out, quickly finding the shop the shopkeeper mentioned.
It was a somewhat luxurious shop, nameless just like the one before, but it had more customers inside.
Qi Yu entered without attracting any attention, only receiving a glance from the door guard.
The interior was surprisingly spacious, causing a stir among the customers. Qi Yu browsed around, heading to the shelves dedicated to male zerg products. The shelves were filled with colorful male zerg items, mostly pheromone suppressants and male zerg nutrient solutions. After a careful look, he found that the highest grade of pheromone suppressants was only Grade A. The nutrient solutions didn’t have specific grades but came in various flavors.
Qi Yu, not one to skimp on himself, chose his favorite pineapple-flavored nutrient solution and the highest available grade, Grade A, pheromone suppressant. Fearing it might not be enough, he even asked a nearby worker to fetch a few more bottles from the storage. After selecting, he also picked up more than ten bottles of Grade A female zerg nutrient solution before heading to the checkout with his shopping cart.
At some point, a queue had formed at the checkout. Qi Yu patiently waited his turn, which took more than ten minutes.
“Twenty bottles of male zerg nutrient solution, total 20,000 star coins. Eight Grade A male zerg pheromone suppressants, a total of 80,000 star coins. Ten bottles of Grade A female zerg nutrient solution, a total of 5,000 star coins. That makes 105,000 star coins in total.”
The cashier read out the bill and looked up to see a customer wearing a silver fanged mask, cloaked in silver-white, with a somewhat slender build, looking like a sub-female. He glanced behind the customer, seeing no one else in line, and rudely asked, “Buying so many Grade A male zerg pheromone suppressants, do you have a Grade A male zerg at home?”
This was quite impolite, but Qi Yu did not respond, coldly stating, “Checkout.”
Taken aback by this raspy voice, the cashier frowned and lowered his voice, “Such an unpleasant voice, and such rudeness, this does not comply with female zerg conduct. Would a Grade A male zerg like someone like you?”
Saying this, he even set the bill aside, his words sharp, “Imprisoning a male zerg is a serious matter. Believe it or not, just one trip to the Male Zerg Protection Association from me, and you’ll be imprisoned for life.”
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The cashier stared at the enigmatic figure in front of him, his mind beginning to wander. Having ceased his adventuring due to some issues with his mental power, he had settled into a monotonous life as a cashier for three years, a life he had grown weary of. However, fixing his mental power wasn’t easy. Being of Grade A, the best solution would be to find a Grade A male zerg.
But why would a Grade A male zerg take any interest in him, a zerg with no significant assets or appealing looks?
He had considered drastic measures, but even if he were to resort to force, most Grade A male zergs were far off in the imperial capital, well-guarded, making it impossible for him to make a move. He had resigned himself to wasting away here, but today, an opportunity had unexpectedly presented itself.
Now, here was someone purchasing Grade A pheromone suppressants. Within the Star Thief Group, male zergs don’t need to suppress their pheromones because female zergs wouldn’t allow it. Being with female zergs often naturally dilutes a male zerg’s pheromone scent. Yet, this zerg bought so many at once, meaning he couldn’t be from the Star Thief Group.
Moreover, if a male zerg were rotating among three or more female zergs, he wouldn’t need pheromone suppressants. The need for pheromone suppression by the male zerg behind the mask indicated he had at most two female zergs, or even just one.
Such places are not where a male zerg would come. Therefore, there’s only one possibility: the zerg in front of him and another have imprisoned a Grade A male zerg, seeking to suppress his pheromones to avoid detection…
Only this reasoning could explain the bulk purchase of pheromone suppressants.
Ignoring the cashier, Qi Yu’s indifference only made the cashier’s frown deepen before relaxing with a lofty tone, “Although male zergs are the empire’s treasures, I won’t expose you. In fact, I can give you all these items for free.”
No pie falls from the sky. Qi Yu coldly watched the cashier, waiting for what he’d say next.
Feeling Qi Yu’s gaze, the cashier lowered his voice, his attitude more arrogant, “I won’t expose you. I have just one request: I want your male zerg to spend a night with me.”
Qi Yu: …
Looking at the cashier’s pockmarked face, a wave of disdain surged in Qi Yu’s heart, his eyes shifting from coldness to pity.
How entitled must this zerg be to utter such words? Was he unaware of himself? Qi Yu wasn’t particularly concerned about looks, but this face, looking down on others with such entitlement, demanding companionship… Repulsive.
Qi Yu almost retched. He couldn’t fathom the level of self-love that had led to such delusion. Stepping back, he looked disdainfully at the cashier, wondering why he had even stayed to hear this absurd proposition.
Seeing Qi Yu’s disgusted expression, the cashier’s previously lofty demeanor shifted dramatically.
“Ugh—”
A sound of vomiting broke the silence, the cashier’s face instantly animated with interest. Qi Yu turned, curious about who was vomiting, to see a female zerg in a white robe with a resolute face and a scar across his forehead, covering his mouth about five steps behind him. She appeared angry but dared not remove his hand from his nose, glaring at him with flushed cheeks.
Qi Yu: “…”
How did he manage to offend this zerg?
As Qi Yu pondered any possible grievances with this zerg, a sycophantic voice reached his ears, “It’s Captain Xue, long time no see. Your visit really brightens up this humble shop! Let me check you out right away.”
Hearing this, Qi Yu narrowed his eyes in displeasure, looking back at the once haughty cashier who was now full of obsequious smiles, a chill entering his gaze.
He considered his temper quite good, but he wouldn’t stand for someone trying to overstep in front of him.
He didn’t need to buy his goods here; he could find another place. He wasn’t one to demean himself, and queue-jumping was despicable anywhere.
“What are you still doing standing here? Didn’t you see Captain Xue has arrived? Hurry up and make some space; I’ll deal with you later.” The cashier said arrogantly.
A chill flashed in Qi Yu’s eyes as he gathered a trace of spatial energy at his fingertips.
At that moment, Xue Sui, feeling nauseated, tensed up, his gaze fixed in horror on the… male zerg in front of him.
Now, even as a seasoned warrior, he could sense a dangerous aura emanating from this male zerg. What was this male zerg planning to do?
To others, the zerg in front of them would be considered a female zerg, given the almost undetectable level of pheromones. Initially, he thought so too, but upon closer inspection, he could tell this zerg was a male.
He had an extreme aversion to male zerg pheromones, so much so that even a trace amount made him aware, which is why he felt sick and vomited as he approached this male zerg.
It was this intense aversion that led him to this place devoid of male zergs, never expecting to encounter one today, and seemingly a very powerful one at that.
Covering his nose and mouth, Xue Sui knew he couldn’t go on like this. The presence of the male zerg made him feel threatened. Getting angry wasn’t worth the trouble; it wasn’t a big deal, and there was no need to stir up more issues.
He straightened up, speaking firmly, “First come, first served. Serve this young brother first.”
The cashier’s face changed, “Captain Xue, you don’t have to worry. Who doesn’t know of your renown here? It would be this guy’s honor to make way for you.”
The cashier didn’t want to let this opportunity slip through. If he let this zerg go, where would he find another?
Honor?
Xue Sui felt the sense of danger from the male zerg in front of him intensify. He looked at the cashier with pity, commanding coldly, “Check him out.”
Glancing at the items the male zerg purchased, Xue Sui had a rough idea of why the cashier was pestering him. In a place without male zergs, buying so many high-grade male zerg pheromone suppressants was clearly a pretext for trouble.
However, it wasn’t his concern, nor did he feel the need to warn anyone.
The cashier opened his mouth, but seeing the cold look on Xue Sui’s face, he swallowed his words. Reluctantly, he had no choice but to comply.
“Alright, I’ll check this gentleman out immediately. Please wait a moment, Captain Xue.”
Qi Yu looked back skeptically at the zerg behind him, his spatial ability dissipating. He wasn’t sure why this zerg decided to help him. Though he could have handled it himself, since the other had spoken up, Qi Yu softly expressed his thanks.
“Thank you.”
“It’s nothing.”
Seeing Qi Yu turn around, Xue Sui stepped back, “Just think of me as naturally inclined to help.”
Qi Yu: “…”
Despite looking at him as if he’d seen a ghost, not everyone is born helpful, but it was of no concern to Qi Yu. Seeing the other party uninterested in further interaction, he didn’t bother himself further.
This time, the cashier acted promptly, quickly packing up everything Qi Yu needed. Qi Yu paid in star coins swiftly. Noticing the cashier’s hesitation but reluctance to speak due to the presence of another zerg, Qi Yu diverted his gaze and left with his items.
Stepping out of the shop, he paused momentarily at the sight of the street, indistinguishable from the daytime scene, then heard footsteps behind him.
Glancing sideways, he saw the zerg known as Captain Xue, still covering his nose, looking at him with disdain, wishing to keep his distance. Qi Yu, not wanting to cause any discomfort, was about to leave when he saw the other suddenly quicken his steps.
He moved aside.
Xue Sui hastened his pace. Every moment spent near a male zerg was torture for him, but the male zerg probably didn’t realize his pheromones were leaking. Out of years of imperial training, he felt obliged to give a warning, though that would be all he’d do, fulfilling his duty to the empire’s teachings.
“Conceal your pheromones a bit more.”
The female zerg’s voice exploded in his ears, causing Qi Yu to pause, instinctively looking towards the zerg who had walked ahead.
He was exposed???
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Sorry, i kinda dont think that someone allergic or supper sensitive detecting him is the same as being exposed…
He was detected and doesn’t know the other wants absolutely nothing to do with him
True. Also he could potentially think that more people detected his true gender…
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Thank you for the chapter