“Drink something.”
Before Cook could react, Huo Ting had already discreetly placed a cup of water in his hand.
“Oh, thank you, thank you! Oh my god, I’m so sorry, I completely forgot to serve drinks to our guests!”
Cook took the cup and absentmindedly took a sip. Then he blinked a few times, suddenly realizing something was off.
Ah, how could he trouble General Huo Ting to personally pour water for him?
He quickly jumped up from his chair and went to pour the water himself.
Professor Mori, who was watching from the side, couldn’t help but look away, as if he couldn’t bear to witness the scene.
“Don’t be alarmed by that guy, Cook. He just gets overly excited whenever he discovers new findings. Mainly, we are truly grateful that you’ve been willing to cooperate with our research for so long.”
Professor Mori looked at Yu Mian, his tone filled with genuine appreciation.
“You may not know this, but these research results have really helped a lot of people. The military has seen a significant reduction in cases of mental power overload and loss of control because of it.”
Yu Mian took the documents in his hand and examined them carefully.
After all, this was the first task reward he had unlocked from the system. Knowing that it could help people across the interstellar era really made him happy.
It gave him a sense of accomplishment, like he had come to this era and made a small contribution to those who loved his work.
“But is it only “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” that has the best effect? Do the other works not have any impact?”
In theory, all works should have some effect, right?
After putting down the documents, Yu Mian asked again.
“Of course! It’s just that the effects vary. Different book styles produce different results.” Cook, who had just brought over tea and snacks, couldn’t help but start sharing enthusiastically.
For example, the intense and thrilling plot of “I Picked Up A Traveling Light Brain” kept readers on edge, making them extremely tense. But after finishing the story, they would sleep soundly, and their mental seas would improve the next day.
On the other hand, a lighthearted farming novel like “God of Cooking” had a relaxing effect on mental power, even making people feel an irresistible urge to quit their jobs and personally create their own utopia…
“Then it really does seem like “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” is the most suitable for the military.”
As Yu Mian listened, he couldn’t help but laugh.
“That may be true, but they still can’t resist keeping up with every update of each book. Ahem, to be honest, your popularity in the military is almost on par with General Huo now.”
Professor Mori teased, which made Yu Mian blink and glance at Huo Ting beside him.
‘Am I really that impressive?’
“You are indeed impressive.”
Huo Ting admitted without hesitation, his eyes carrying a hint of amusement.
Being acknowledged so openly by Huo Ting made Yu Mian feel a little embarrassed. He reached out, trying to stop this guy from continuing to boast about him in front of Professor Mori and the others.
But the next second, Huo Ting discreetly reached under the table and held his hand.
Yu Mian: “…”
Although Professor Mori was unclear about the specifics of what just happened, he could keenly sense something from the atmosphere between these two young people.
“Anyway, once “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” is fully released, you should be receiving a special honor gift from the military. The committee chairman even mentioned it to me.”
Before leaving, Professor Mori smiled as he passed along this message, which made Yu Mian very curious.
He had intended to get some information from Huo Ting, but this guy refused to say anything, making Yu Mian even more eager to find out the answer.
Why make it so mysterious?
A few weeks later, the large-scale drama adaptation of “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” officially aired, and its first episode immediately broke the annual viewership record.
Not only did the civilian-born military academy student who played the protagonist, Lin Mu, rise to instant fame, but even the supporting actors from the Garbage Star gained unexpected popularity.
Since the early episodes were filmed on the Garbage Star, Boss Fos and his group performed as their real selves, delivering a natural and vivid acting performance.
In the drama’s behind-the-scenes footage, they even showed the bustling scenes of Garbage Star residents actively working and re-entering the workforce.
One particularly moving moment captured on camera was when Boss Fos painstakingly assembled a signal receiver and connected to the star network for the first time, allowing Garbage Star to finally see the outside world. Countless viewers were deeply moved by the raw vitality recorded in that scene.
“Of course, the person we are most grateful to is definitely Teacher Fish Soup Noodles… Our biggest wish is, of course, to visit the Federation Star where Teacher Fish Soup Noodles lives.”
Boss Fos, who was chosen as the spokesperson by everyone, was uncharacteristically nervous as he spoke to the camera.
“After all, we used to follow updates quietly in some remote corner. We really want to have a chance to let Teacher Fish Soup Noodles see our unique group of book fans!”
Naturally, this heartfelt wish instantly gained immense support from fans and viewers. The crowdfunding alone could probably cover all their starship tickets to the Federation Star.
Although in the end, it was the Federation Star’s military and the official production team arranged for the tickets.
“After all, we need to properly prepare a special anniversary surprise for Teacher Fish Soup Noodles this time.”
Everyone in the Huanyu editorial department who were in on the plan couldn’t help but feel warm and excited.
Back when Teacher Fish Soup Noodles hadn’t officially risen to fame, Huanyu hadn’t had the chance to plan anything. But this year, they must not miss it no matter what.
The only person completely unaware of all this was Yu Mian.
At the moment, he was sitting in front of the light brain, thinking about how to write a short story about mermaids.
If it didn’t match the public’s perception of mermaids, would he end up being questioned instead?
What if a topic like #Fish Soup Noodles doesn’t understand mermaids at all!# became a hot search? o.o
