ICTEUWMN Chapter 125.2

[This feature upgrade was specially applied for because of the excellent effect of the completion of “God Of Cooking”. Originally, this service wasn’t even within the favorability detection reward, okay?]

The little system couldn’t help but defend itself.

‘Not within the favorability detection reward?’

Yu Mian looked at Huo Ting, only to find that Huo Ting was also staring at him.

The night at Starry Sky Lake always carried a touch of romantic charm. The night breeze lingered around the open indoor pool, and the dim purplish-blue night sky made the warm yellow indoor lights seem even cozier.

With the warm backlight behind him, Huo Ting’s dark home clothes added a touch of casualness. Even the usual cold and distant aura around him seemed to soften a little.

“I’m done swimming. I want to come up now.”

Yu Mian didn’t know why he said that. He clearly hadn’t swum enough but subconsciously found an excuse.

Surprisingly, after hearing this, Huo Ting paused for a moment, and a faint smile appeared in his eyes.

“So, you’re holding my hand because you want someone to pull you ashore?”

“…No, I just forgot to bring the clothes I change into after transforming my fishtail. I wanted you to help me grab them.”

Yu Mian’s face instantly heated up. He wished he could climb up immediately.

It was just that every time his fishtail turned back into legs, he had to put on pants again.

With Huo Ting nearby, he definitely couldn’t come up bare-legged.

”

Meanwhile, when Waltz Academy announced the campus exchange plan inviting Teacher Fish Soup Noodles, it caused a sensation both inside and outside the school.

Although Principal Charles only stated publicly: “Currently, we have only confirmed the campus meeting event. Whether Teacher Fish Soup Noodles will have the opportunity to offer an elective novel-writing class next semester is still under discussion.”

Even so, Waltz Academy became the undisputed traffic king during this period.

The Fish fans within the academy were so ecstatic that they made countless fans outside the school cry with envy.

[Why didn’t our principal think of inviting Teacher Fish Soup Noodles to offer a novel-writing elective class!? I want it too, help! You get to see Teacher Fish Soup Noodles in person and hear him talk about novels…what kind of top-tier enjoyment is this?]

[I’m exhausted. I feel like a corpse. I didn’t get into Waltz Academy during the Star Exam back then, and now I can’t even attend the lecture. I’m so upset. I need to find a place to cry tonight.]

[Offering a high price to buy a campus ID. I just want to sneak in that day. We can discuss the price privately.]

However, such high-priced requests were clearly destined to be fruitless.

Because on the day the campus event tickets were released a week in advance, the hallways were filled with students who had arrived a day early to grab tickets.

Someone even pulled out a sleeping bag on the spot, declaring they would sleep there overnight.

“I must urge an update in person. Leaving “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” hanging here is just too cruel.”

This student pushed up their glasses and earnestly expressed their frustration to the campus reporter.

“I’m a true Fish fan. Of course, I deserve a ticket. I bought every book by Teacher Fish Soup Noodles so how could I miss this event? I’m also curious about the theme of the next novel after “God Of Cooking”. I pray for a chance to ask a question.”

“Who could resist the charm of urging updates in person? That’s Teacher Fish Soup Noodles in the flesh! Of course, I also want to collect a full set of personally signed books.”

Even Principal Charles felt a little embarrassed in front of his students’ excessive enthusiasm.

“I’m really sorry you had to witness such a scene, haha. There are indeed a number of book fans among the young people. We will definitely strengthen security on that day!”

Fearing the possibility of a disturbance, Principal Charles didn’t reveal that, to discuss teaching arrangements, Fish Soup Noodles had already been invited to the campus in advance.

Although Yu Mian felt a bit guilty upon hearing this.

Being urged for updates in person… that was truly terrifying.

“I don’t think you need to worry too much. These kids are probably just saying that. When they actually meet you, I’m sure they’ll act completely differently.”

As Principal Charles led Yu Mian on a tour of the campus history museum and other sights, he explained with a smile.

After all, watching Fish Soup Noodles pause in fascination at the exhibits, Principal Charles had to admit that even he found it hard to believe at first sight.

Even though he had seen the widely circulated screenshots online, meeting Fish Soup Noodles in person was still astonishing, his youth and features left one speechless.

Especially the mysterious temperament surrounding him, Principal Charles felt it was rare in the interstellar era.

“These mechanical structures are really impressive, especially seeing how each generation’s upgrades pushed the limits of current technology.”

Although Yu Mian had been in the interstellar era for quite some time, this was his first opportunity to visit such a campus history museum in person.

As a comprehensive interstellar university, Waltz Academy ranked among the top in the Federation Star University Alliance.

With remarkable achievements in mechanical engineering, many of the exhibits in the history museum opened Yu Mian’s eyes.

“I didn’t expect you to be interested in these as well. I almost considered canceling this part of the tour, thinking it might be a bit dull.”

Hearing Principal Charles’ comment, Yu Mian couldn’t help but smile.

“No, no, I’m quite interested in these, especially these highly intelligent, precision mechanical arms. They’re almost like humans’.”

“Yes, but technological exploration at the frontier also faces many ethical considerations.”

Principal Charles’ detailed explanations continued to broaden Yu Mian’s horizons.

“But why are you also interested in the culture of Ancient Blue Star?”

At the end of the tour, Yu Mian looked at Principal Charles once again.

“Actually, when I was younger, I was a staunch practical technology enthusiast. But as I grew older, and by chance read “God Of Cooking”, I realized we had indeed overlooked so much fascinating historical culture.”

“Plus, the petition from the students in the writing club gave me some inspiration. I thought it would be very suitable to invite you to offer some elective courses. The schedule is quite flexible, and I believe writers also need some life inspiration.”

Principal Charles felt only one headache: the tickets released for the exchange meeting were already so popular. If Teacher Fish Soup Noodles really offered an elective course in the future, wouldn’t the rush to enroll cause chaos on campus?

Hearing this, Yu Mian glanced back at the museum. He did feel that going out to see various people and events would provide great inspiration for his new book. In fact, the somewhat vague concept he had for the male protagonist became much clearer after this visit. Still, it remained a tentative option for consideration.

Meanwhile, members of the Waltz Academy writing club proudly presented their latest achievement by the campus’s Cherry River to the campus news team as if they had accomplished a great feat.

“Yes, this is the recreated Peach Blossom Feast huafang, made strictly according to the descriptions in “God of Cooking” and documentation on ancient Blue Star.”

“Of course, the power system below still uses the latest energy engines. It looks even more beautiful when lit up at night. In short, this is a perfect combination of ancient Blue Star culture and interstellar technology.”

“We plan to invite Teacher Fish Soup Noodles onboard to hold the exchange meeting.”

It could be seen that Waltz Academy had a free-spirited atmosphere, and the students’ creativity was very strong. Ever since learning that the principal really agreed to their petition to invite Fish Soup Noodles to the school, the writing club had jumped straight into action.

“God of Cooking” had just been completed. Many fans of the book were sad and lamenting, so the club decided to recreate the boat from the book at a 1:1 scale as a tribute.

After sending Yu Mian off, Principal Charles glanced at the boat and then at the confident students around it. While he was supportive, he couldn’t help but worry.

“If you’re all sitting together on this boat discussing writing, you’ll be very close to Teacher Fish Soup Noodles…”

But the students became even more excited.

“Isn’t that even better?”

“Hehe, then I’ll urge for updates face-to-face.”

“Hmm…”

Principal Charles adjusted his glasses, thinking to himself: you’re still too naïve.

He feared that when the time came, let alone urge for updates, they wouldn’t even be able to speak. By the way, Teacher Fish Soup Noodles wasn’t afraid of water or prone to seasickness, right?

After Waltz Academy published news of the writing exchange day, it was soon reposted widely off-campus, gaining attention from countless Fish fans.

[Whoa, they actually recreated Boss Lu Zhen’s huafang 1:1? No wonder Waltz Academy’s intelligent mechanical manufacturing department is top-tier!]

The exquisitely designed, high-tech huafang was truly breathtaking, as if Boss Lu Zhen’s boat from beneath Taoyuan Mountain had sailed right into the interstellar age.

[So jealous. I never knew this was what poetic charm felt like. It’s okay though, I’ll soon sail a huafang in the game. Yours isn’t that impressive! (sunglasses tears)]

[That’s right! I’m not jealous at all! Remember to urge for updates of “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” for us!]

[Also, ask about the theme of the next book. “God Of Cooking” just ended, and there’s nothing to read. I didn’t dare to start “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” because the fans said the updates were too slow. I must hold out until it’s complete.]

While netizens discussed passionately, Yu Mian had indeed completed the eighth volume over the past few days and was already preparing the concept for the new book.

[Crispy Shark: You’re already brainstorming a new book?! You just finished “God Of Cooking” not long ago.]

After handing over the rest of the manuscript for “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King”, Yu Mian began conceptualizing the new book, and Editor Shaxs was understandably excited.

[Fish: Yes, but I have several ideas in mind and am still deciding.]

[Crispy Shark: Actually, healing-themed works have become hugely popular on the Huanyu platform after “God of Cooking” ended. Many works now emphasize nature and have slow but relaxed plotlines.]

[Crispy Shark: Or perhaps something like your recently popular script, “Bei Xing’s Necklace”. This dreamy, beautiful style also has a big market. Although, I think you’re considering something different, right?]

With growing experience, Shaxs had a hunch that Fish Soup Noodles wouldn’t provide a conventional answer.

[Fish: Hehe.]

Yu Mian’s “hehe” immediately gave Shaxs an uneasy feeling.

[Fish: Does inducing depression count as healing?]

*I couldn’t phrase this well enough because there was a play of words, but basically making readers experience depressing or negative feelings which can lead to healing or emotional growth.

[Crispy Shark:!?]

[Fish: Just kidding. It might have some cyber horror elements, but it should still be a novel, sweet, and exciting story.]