Separated by the distance of a galaxy, Asha didn’t communicate very much with nations outside of the system.
At first, the mixed insect-humans of Aerta never planned to come to Asha. As they fled the destruction, they accidentally landed here.
Dargi, which had become overflowing with vegetation after the restoration, looked like a living environment much better than their old home. It was even better than the place they had planned to go to originally.
Therefore, they became tempted.
However, the people of Asha accidentally mistook them for Insectoids.
Because of the ‘Scepter matter’ and ‘insect attack on Xier street’ not long ago, the entire empire was infused with a strong hatred for insects. It’s easy to imagine the bitter encounter the mixed insect-humans of Aerta experienced.
As soon as Nalun landed, he received a mini booklet.
Opening it and flipping through it, he discovered that it was an informational booklet to distinguish between mixed insect-humans and Insectoids. The first page had two comparison pictures. Big round eyes. With some Insect parts on their bodies. From external characteristics, it was practically impossible to tell the difference.
Even the intelligent and smart Nalun couldn’t help but feel stunned: “Is there any difference?”
Sirius: “…… I hear that Aerta people have green colored blood.”
Nalun gave a look of disdain.
“However, they don’t actually have a complete human form. There’s always visible insect characteristics remaining on their bodies. Speaking from the perspective of biological evolution, Insectoids should be more advanced.”
Nalun nodded his head. When Xi Jin was in human form, he didn’t have any insect parts at all. His appearance was also much better than what’s shown on the informational booklet.
The two people walked on the broad streets. From time to time, they’d see some people with peculiar appearances and numerous patrolling squads in uniform.
Sirius said: “There’s a mixture of species here. It’s very easy for misunderstandings to form.”
Nalun: “So is this the reason why you wrapped yourself up like this?”
Next to him, the Admiral, who was fully armed and covered up completely, chose to avoid answering. Furthermore, he even pulled out a pair of sunglasses from his pocket and placed it on the bridge of Nalun’s nose: “Two different things, not to be mixed and discussed together.”
Under the sunglasses, the world instantly faded in colors. Nalun furrowed his brows. His face wasn’t recognizable at all. There was no need to be this excessive. He opened his mouth briefly and then closed it. In the end, he thoughtfully did not say any words of refusal.
The two sunglasses wearing big shots traveled through the streets of the foreign land, looking mysterious and bewildering.
Nalun noticed a certain corner not far away.
“Those are the Aerta mixed insect-humans?” He pointed at a group of people not far away with antennas on their heads and faintly green lips.
Their facial countenance was smooth, most were male, with an average height about 1.5 meters (~5 feet). In the eyes of an Asha, they can only be counted as shorties. From the state of their skin, they should still be pretty young. The way they walked side by side down the streets, chatting cheerfully… They looked just like a group of students in their prime.
After a moment of examination, Sirius nodded his head: “It’s them. Should be still underage.” He made a gesture: “The adults are about this tall.”
Nalun: “…….” Just a 10 centimeter difference. 1.6 meters was still very short.
This group of minors was currently walking swiftly around on the streets, antennas swaying on their heads and actually looking pretty innocent and carefree.
Sirius pulled Nalun and moved out of the way.
The youths with antennas immediately brushed past them, chatting noisily.
Nalun watched them from behind, until they disappeared inside a silver colored building.
“Follow me.” Exasperated, Sirius turned the head of a certain exuberantly curious person and pulled him in the opposite direction.
As the traffic hub of the universe, many people come and go on Dargi. And because of this, the local economic development flourished. In comparison to Nalun’s original assumption, this place was much more advanced.
Other than the most basic street vendors and shops, a certain unique business grew here– specializing in the marketing of accessories made by aliens.
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Nalun turned his head and looked at the transparent display cases. The important goods that were used by the stores to solicit business and attract customers were all placed on two sides of the streets. Walking down, it was a dazzling display. He even saw a bionic imitation of a Metal Devouring Bug’s tail.
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Sirius answered with silence.
Nalun said: “Can’t say ahead of time?”
Sirius shook his head and took out a piece of paper from his pocket: “It’s all written here.”
Nalun leaned over to look at it carefully. He discovered that it was actually a simple and crude schedule. Taking a cursory look, the itinerary was quite diverse, passing by at least 2 scenic spots every day. Taking another look at the title of the schedule– The Proof of Reciprocal Love? Just who came up with this horrible name?
The couple’s competition in the amusement park last time was ‘The Heart of Eternal Love.” Now this time, it was ‘The Proof of Reciprocal Love’. Does Sirius have some kind of unique criteria when planning for dates?
Nalun continued to read downward, his face color gradually becoming unsightly. He pointed at a certain area. Thus, Sirius turned his head to look at it together.
Nalun asked: “Spring dress Show?”
Sirius froze.
Nalun’s finger moved downward and then pointed at another area.
“Movie theater, <<Extraterrestrial Horror>>?”
Sirius: “……”
The atmosphere fell into silence.
The Honored Prince looked through the itinerary for a while and then handed this detailed arrangement back. It was impossible to tell happiness or anger from the expression on his face. He only used a pair of green eyes to stare at this partner who had brought him out here.
Two big men going to watch a fashion show about dresses?
And then watch a ghost horror at the movie theater?
– That’s really freaking messed up.
– What’s with this thick teenage-girl feel?
Not only this, the other activities were also very bizarre. The reason why they were bizarre– was that no matter how you looked at them, they shouldn’t be things done by two grown adult men.
This made Nalun feel like Sirius’s so-called arrangements were really too perfunctory.
The Admiral guiltily put away the itinerary schedule: “We can wander around during the unsuitable activities. Sticking too closely to a schedule might feel suffocating on the contrary……”
Nalun was unconvinced: “Is that right?”
He pointed out: “But this itinerary service targets heterosexual couples.”
Sirius: “What’s important is the activity, not the target audience of the service.”
With a profound expression, the Honored Prince thought for a moment and felt it sounded reasonable. And plus–
“It might not be completely unsuitable for us.” Lips curving into a hint of a smile, Nalun said: “If I knew you had such interest in dresses, I would have picked out a few for you a long time ago.”
Sirius: “…… No, no need.”
The Honored Prince waved his head and said quietly: “If you don’t mind, it’d be better for me to wander around on my own.”
“No way.” Extremely decisively, Sirius grabbed Nalun’s hand: “We already reached the destination of the first activity.”
Nalun took out the itinerary again and flipped to the first page. He saw a small black row of words that wrote: “Escape from the Mining Planet”???
Nalun expressed coldly: “I have no interest in this kind of escape room games.”
Sirius immediately said: “Just pretend you’re accompanying me.”
Nalun reminded: “……. It’s meant for 18 year olds”
– A game for young people.
Sirius’s mouth split into a grin: “That’s perfect. We both meet the age requirement.”
“……”
Nalun lowered his eyes and covered his thoughtful look.
After a moment, he said: “Okay.”
Dragging a reluctant Honored Prince, Sirius swiftly implemented the plans according to schedule. Throughout the entire course, Nalun had a cold face and looked at the Admiral with an expression like he was looking like an idiot.
Sirius: “……”
During the break while Nalun rested, Sirius contacted his loyal subordinate.
“Hello–” The long drag at the end of the word immediately indicated that the person had just woken from a dream.
“What the heck did you arrange for me?” Sirius said in a slightly dangerous tone.
“Admiral?” Diya instantly gathered his attention: “I got that from the travel department. Supposedly, it’s a collection of the most popular activities for couples on their tour.”
Sirius gave a cold scoff in reply: “Then you deal with it.” And then hung up directly.
Diya: “……” Finally catching a hard earned nap and still on the receiving end of the boss’s unfathomable threat?
He had even handled his superior’s private affairs; he was already being extremely meticulous and dutiful as a subordinate.
Rolling his eyes, the young officer who had been rushing about for many days, fell back into the bed, turned around, and continued to sleep.
“What are you doing?” A quiet familiar voice sounded behind him. Holding a drink in his hand and wearing sunglasses, Nalun stood behind Sirius and took a sip of his milk tea.
Sirius took in a deep breath, put away the personal comp and grabbed Nalun in the passing to randomly ruffle his hair. Then he astutely grabbed the Honored Prince’s hand and brazenly stole a sip from his drink.
Nalun: “…….”
Dumbstruck and completely at a loss? No, the Honored Prince behaved very calmly. He even held the drink steady and used his other hand to pat Sirius’s back halfheartedly.
This trip to the planet Dargi seemed to have already run into some troubles on the first day.
What’s beyond Sirius’s expectations was that, other than the slight speech regarding the itinerary on the first day, Nalun had maintained a high level of participation and cooperation throughout the entire process for the following days. The two adult men observed a barren stone wall at the foot of the mountain, hand in hand; sat on a small boat and stared blankly at the peaceful surface of a lake; and last, observed the ‘marvel’ of Dargi intercepting the universe’s garbage.
— This was truly a wonderful time spent that was both ‘fulfilling and interesting’.
The two people frequently went out together. Naturally, this attracted the speculation of the crowd on the spaceship. With Weilin representing the military soldiers, they all extended their necks to observe the activities of this new couple.
By this time, they had already moved onto the branch quarters of the planet Dargi. Other than their boss who was slacking off, everyone from the ship were all diligently working hard.
Under Diya’s vanguard efforts, the people of Aerta has already split into two parties. One party approved of peacefully moving into the new place of residence and making friends; they have already obtained the certification to legally live on Dargi and, like every other alien who had accidentally arrived here, started a new life in Asha. The other half were the radical extremists who harbored ill intentions and were hovering over a satellite moon nearby, attempting to net a more bountiful gain.
The youths with the antennae that Nalun saw on the streets the other day clearly belonged to the former.
After returning on this day, he heard Sirius’s subordinates discussing how to capture the other group in one go.
When the crowd saw him, they all stopped talking.
Weilin scratched the back of his head: “You’re back.”
The gazes of the others all carried a certain tacit mutual understanding. This kind of understanding was especially apparent when Nalun appeared in front of them alone. It wasn’t until Sirius arrived that these gossipping subordinates would finally yield to the abuse of authority and moderate themselves somewhat.
Regarding this situation, Nalun found himself completely untouched.
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–Instead of observing others, go find a partner yourself. If you have the skills that is.
This kind of attitude was actually the greatest blow to this group of bachelors.
Hager had already prepared a sumptuous feast. After eating the meal, it was time for rest. Nalun sent some messages of condolences to his constantly concerned old father and elder brother, and then engaged in his cohabitation lifestyle on this foreign planet with Sirius.
Sitting in front of the French windows, watching the brilliance of the setting sun, listening to relaxing music and tasting the post-meal dessert handed over by Sirius. This kind of days were really…… too satisfying.
He could finally understand why his brother and sister-in-law felt so enthusiastic about intergalactic trips.
Grasped by the back of the neck, the Honored Prince languidly narrowed his eyes. Then he heard the person beside him say: “Seems a little fatter?”
Nalun: “Who?”
Sirius squeezed his hand: “The one here in my hand.”
Nalun: “……”
Saying this, Sirius swallowed the piece of food held in his hand that Nalun had taken half a bite out of.
“Hager rarely makes pastries for people. It depends on his mood.” He added, saying: “Yet his mood has never been very good. All of this is now thanks to you. He really likes you a lot.”
Nalun didn’t say anything. He knew the reason why Hager liked him. Ultimately, like others, everyone here has accepted him because of Sirius.
The vindictive him definitely didn’t forget the bare minimum outward decency maintained during those tense years of relationship between the two sides. Just like how Alida would never give Sirius a friendly face, Nalun rarely received sincere treatments from Diya and the others.
Although he did not explicitly agree to ‘stroll around’ with Sirius in front of the people of the spaceship, in actuality he was already displayed in front of the others several times, entering and exiting together with Sirius under the crowd’s profound gazes.
This ‘silent acquiescence’ sometimes gave him a feeling of failure– In terms of dealing with his partner, Nalun found that he was already completely unable to reject Sirius.
Occasionally a reluctant feeling would appear in his heart, but by just seeing the other’s face moving closer intimately, he’d feel his reason and intellect vanishing instantly.
–So what were all of his previous struggles for exactly?
If he knew that the two of them would develop into this kind of relationship in the end, shouldn’t he have given up the struggle in the first place and demanded Sirius to take responsibility?
Nalun touched the goosebumps on his arms. What a teeth-aching development!
Give him another chance… he’d still make the same choices.
Amused, Sirius looked at a certain person who had a strange expression on his face, and used a just-perfect strength to gently squeeze the back of Nalun’s neck.
Nalun narrowed his eyes, already gotten used to to this conduct of Sirius, and requested: “Go down a little, then to left.”
–And turned this into some kind of massage service.
The comfortable and leisurely retired veteran life continued for numerous days until one night, Sirius expressed that he needed to temporarily stop their trip plans and prepare to go out to do real business.
Finally Nalun suddenly realized, actually the Imperial Admiral had come here for a mission.
Nalun: “……”
Sirius swore, in that instant, he saw an undisguised look of disdain in those grayish green eyes.
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