Chapter 76: Pursuing a Little O!

As soon as Ji Laili appeared, the misunderstanding on the forum collapsed on its own.

He wasn’t sure when he had become such a well-known figure. He didn’t even need to walk around crowded places anymore—there were already Alphas recognizing him at a glance.

Ji Laili scratched his head. This was starting to feel a lot like his past life at the police academy.

Although the forum had clarified the false rumors, the attention surrounding Ji Laili had not died down.

Especially after people found out that he would be sharing a dorm with Shen Yu.

At a glance, the comments were full of sympathy for him.

Shen Yu hated Alphas so much that just walking near him could earn you a death glare.

Living in the same dorm? Everyone thought it was only a matter of time before Ji Laili left—this was practically a bomb waiting to go off.

Lei Po took one look at the situation and, showing no camaraderie at all, burst into hearty laughter, teasing him.

“Man, I really didn’t expect to be able to feast on your misfortune so soon.”

Ji Laili scoffed. “The forum is exaggerating too much. Senior Shen isn’t that scary—he’s actually quite nice. Po-ge, don’t you want to be friends with him?”

Lei Po: “?”

“Why the hell would I want to be friends with him?”

Lei Po sneered. “That guy Shen Yu is cold as ice, always carrying himself like he’s above everyone else. He doesn’t put anyone in his eyes—arrogant as hell.”

“People who are even more arrogant than me are the most annoying. Besides, what Alpha would dare be friends with him?”

Wouldn’t that just be asking for trouble?

Alright, Ji Laili was just making conversation and didn’t expect to change Lei Po’s opinion.

Zhai Yifei was much more reliable than Lei Po. With a calm and composed air, he asked, “How has it been, living with Shen Yu these past two days?”

Ji Laili was about to nod, but a barrage of questions came at him.

“Has he hit you?”

“When you sleep at night, don’t sleep too deeply. Keep your guard up—switch eyes to keep watch alternately.”

“Also, I remember the single dorms only have one bed. It must be tough sleeping on the floor lately. But actually, that’s for the best—keeping your distance from Shen Yu is safer.”

Ji Laili, who shared a bed with Shen Yu every night and even used him as a pillow until morning: “……”

If he admitted it, would Zhai-ge think he was crazy?

Honestly, he was actually doing quite well.

Shen Yu was pleasing to the eye, obedient, and well-behaved. Whatever Ji Laili said, he just nodded.

As for sleeping at night…

Ji Laili recalled the warmth that came from under the blanket and coughed lightly.

He did intend to sleep on the floor, but Shen Yu said it wasn’t necessary.

“This will be resolved in a few days. Until then, we can sleep together,” Shen Yu had said, his dark eyes watching him.

“Or… do you think I’ll do something to you?”

“Of course not!”

And to prove he wouldn’t do anything, they ended up sleeping together.

Thinking back on this, Ji Laili got lost in thought for a moment, missing most of Zhai Yifei’s words.

Unbeknownst to him, his dazed look only made his two friends even more worried.

Zhai Yifei sighed. “Laili.”

“Huh? Ge, what’s wrong? Sorry, I spaced out for a bit.”

“Laili, you’re sharing a room with someone who hates Alphas. It’s better if you keep your distance from Shen Yu.”

Zhai Yifei furrowed his brows, recalling what was said on the forum. “Instructor Aiger’s arrangement really isn’t appropriate.”

Lei Po, for once, agreed. “Just be shameless and apply for a transfer. You’re his star pupil, after all.”

After the assessment, freshmen were allowed to choose their instructors and switch under their guidance.

Of course, just because you chose someone didn’t mean they would accept you, but Ji Laili and his two friends were among the strongest of their class.

Especially Ji Laili—when it was time to choose an instructor, every instructor had gathered around him.

“Xiao Ji, I noticed you’re quite interested in transponders. Didn’t you even grab one the other day? Join my squad. I’ve got a batch of quantum cannons under my command—guaranteed to blast Imperial forces straight to the stars!”

What does a transponder have to do with quantum cannons?

Seeing Ji Laili’s puzzled expression, Instructor A grinned. “I’ll even give you thirty small transponders if you join. Pretty generous, huh?”

“Move aside! Xiao Ji, join me instead. Forget quantum cannons and transponders—those are just external things. If you come under me, I’ll give you 300,000 star coins.”

Instructor B smiled. “Now, isn’t that more appealing?”

Xishan’s eyes widened. “300,000 star coins… Isn’t that an external thing too?”

Instructor B was furious. “Shallow, so shallow! Is it really an ‘external thing’ if you can’t survive without it?”

Xishan choked on his words, then muttered, “But that’s bribery.”

“Tch, what bribery? After we defeat the Empire, the higher-ups will definitely give us bonuses. It’s legit money.”

Ji Laili: “……” So it was just an empty promise.

The scene had been chaotic, with instructors crowding around him, almost squishing him flat.

He had received offers from nearly every instructor, including Aiger and Philo.

The gentle Alpha, Philo, had offered plenty of tempting conditions and sincerely invited him.

“Believe me, you have great potential. If you come under me, I guarantee you’ll be the next Shen Yu—or even surpass him.”

But Ji Laili declined without hesitation and chose Aiger instead.

“Sorry, Instructor Philo, I don’t have such big ambitions.”

He wasn’t interested in surpassing anyone—Ji Laili just wanted to live each day happily.

Philo clearly didn’t believe his reasoning. It was too flimsy coming from the reigning champion.

Not just Philo—even Lei Po and Zhai Yifei didn’t buy it.

Lei Po raised an eyebrow. “I thought you’d pick Philo. If you did, we’d have ended up separated.”

“You and Zhai-ge also chose Aiger, didn’t you?”

Lei Po scoffed and immediately gave Philo a new nickname.

“No way in hell would I pick that fake-smiling, squinty-eyed bastard. I’d rather pick a fire-breathing dragon.”

That was actually quite an accurate comparison… Ji Laili glanced at Zhai Yifei.

Zhai-shaoye^[1]They also call Zhai Yifei “Zhai Shaoye” (翟少爷) because “Shaoye” (少爷) is a respectful term used to address a young master from a wealthy or influential family. was once again enjoying the life of being waited on. Slowly, he took a sip of water handed to him by a junior, his refined demeanor exuding nobility.

“Instructor Philo’s skills are a bit lacking,” he commented.

“And you?” He turned to Ji Laili. “The real reason—surely it wasn’t just what you told Philo.”

Ji Laili sighed. “Because… Instructor Aiger is really fierce.”

The two: “???”

Instructor Aiger was too strict. Ji Laili had to keep an eye on him constantly to make sure he wouldn’t revert to his old ways or force Shen Yu into anything.

After all… Shen Yu really hated Alphas.

“Lai Lai?”

“Ji Laili!”

Lei Po’s gaze turned dangerous, and he slammed his fist onto the metal table, leaving a dent. Ji Laili ignored him, his eyes sparkling as he looked over.

Lei Po clicked his tongue. Had he lost all his intimidation?

Just as he was thinking of asserting dominance again, he heard Ji Laili say,

“Po-ge, Zhai-ge, can you help me with something tomorrow?”

“Oh, now you remember me?” Lei Po crossed his arms coolly. “Spit it out. What do you need?”

Zhai Yifei chuckled. “It’s rare to hear you ask for a favor.”

“It’s about Shen Yu, isn’t it?”

“Huh?” Ji Laili looked at him in surprise, then grinned, revealing sharp little canine teeth.

“Yes… and no.”

“I need your help to make Shen Yu realize—”

He paused, then made up his mind.

“I’m going to pursue a little O!”