Chapter Ninety-Five: Full-Bodied Breasts (2)

The King Kong, having exhausted his energy, was now unable to move after several bouts of combat. Hearing Fire Phoenix’s shriek, Azure Dragon rushed out of his room and dashed into the cabin where Xiao Tianci was recovering.

This was the best room on the submarine, equipped with a bed, a desk, and some books—a luxurious presidential suite by the standards of a combat-ready vessel.

As soon as Azure Dragon entered, he saw Xiao Tianci lying on the bed, his body covered in blood. His younger sister, Fire Phoenix, stood nearby, her face as red as burning charcoal, her hands clenched into tight fists.

Azure Dragon hurried over to check on Xiao Tianci’s condition, realizing that his injuries were far worse than when they had first brought him aboard; he had clearly sustained fresh wounds. Confused by the situation, he called for a doctor and pulled Fire Phoenix into a corner.

"What exactly happened here?"

Seeing her brother’s stern expression, Fire Phoenix felt deeply aggrieved and retorted angrily, "It’s all that big pervert! I was kindly..."

Azure Dragon frowned and barked, "Speak properly!"

"Oh, fine," Fire Phoenix said, bowing her head. "I was just trying to take good care of him, but the first thing this big pervert did when he opened his eyes was to reach out and..."

She stopped, her face flushing even deeper. Despite her fiery and outspoken nature, she was still a girl and found it difficult to finish the sentence. However, Azure Dragon understood immediately.

In a flash, he realized what had happened. He pointed at his sister and scolded, "You! You! I told you to stay calm. Think about it—how could a man who was unconscious and just waking up be thinking about taking liberties with you before he could even speak? He must have still been in a combat state, believing he was still in the middle of a fight. Why didn't you stop to think before you acted? He was already injured, and while it wasn't critical, now that you've beaten him..."

Fire Phoenix kept her head down, unconvinced. "Hmph, even if he was in a fight, why did he have to... use his... hands to grab?"

Azure Dragon paused. That was a fair point. Why had he grabbed? Was it possible that Xiao Tianci was actually trying to take advantage of her? Yet, he hadn't done so earlier. It seemed unlikely; Xiao Tianci didn't strike him as that kind of person. He was severely wounded; how could he possibly act on such impulses upon just waking up?

But if it were unintentional, why the grabbing motion?

Seeing that her question had stumped her brother, Fire Phoenix scoffed, "See? I told you he’s a big jerk, a big lecher, a big pervert! That’s why I taught him a lesson."

Azure Dragon was trapped in the same logical loop. If he were attacking, why didn't he use his fists? Why grasp? He couldn't find an answer, but looking at Fire Phoenix and remembering that Xiao Tianci was now his employer, he chastised her, "Regardless, you were wrong to lay a hand on him."

"Oh, brother! He did that to me, and you're still taking his side? I'm your sister!"

Azure Dragon sighed. "Fine, fine, I won't lecture you anymore. But you have to remember, he’s badly wounded and has no strength left. If you had used any more force, he might have..."

"Ah!" Fire Phoenix covered her mouth in shock. "No... it wouldn't be that bad, right?"

Seeing her reaction, Azure Dragon added weight to his words. "How can you be so sure? You think he’s like us? He’s an ordinary man suffering from heavy injuries. With the way you hit him, I think he’s in danger."

Fire Phoenix began to panic. "Brother, what should I do? Please, think of something! I didn't mean to kill him; I just wanted to teach him a lesson."

Azure Dragon felt a secret amusement, but he didn't let on. He comforted her, "Well, it’s likely he’ll be fine this time, but you must be careful from now on. Take good care of him. If he sustains further injuries, it will be truly touch-and-go."

Fire Phoenix nodded quickly. Remembering that little Meg was still in her room, she hurried off to keep her company.

Left alone, Azure Dragon muttered to himself, "Why did he grab?"

***

Dazed, Xiao Tianci didn't know where he was. Everything around him felt chaotic, as if his own thoughts were moving in slow motion, and he could observe them as if from the outside.

Suddenly, the scene shifted to an ancient battlefield. But as the fighting continued, machine guns appeared, followed by all sorts of bizarre, unnatural objects, while thunder and lightning raged in the sky.

Xiao Tianci struggled to open his eyes. Two round shapes appeared in front of him... He couldn't help but... it felt so comfortable, even a little warm, but then he lost consciousness again.

"Ugh..." Xiao Tianci finally opened his eyes. *Where is this? Such a small place... where am I?*

"You're awake."

Xiao Tianci turned his head to see Fire Phoenix dressed in denim, looking quite spirited, though her expression was dark. After a brief moment of recovery, he realized where he was.

His body felt as though it were falling apart, especially his chest. Remembering the battle, he tried to sit up, but realized it was exceptionally difficult.

He only remembered being struck by Glintz; everything after that was a blur. "How is everyone? The Chief Steward, King Kong, and..."

Fire Phoenix replied, "The Chief Steward and King Kong are both fine now. Seventeen others died. Oh, and the last two escaped. My brother said we should prioritize saving lives, so we didn't pursue them."

Xiao Tianci closed his eyes. The scenes of the battle flashed through his mind again—the reality of a life-and-death struggle. He breathed a sigh of relief that the Chief Steward and King Kong were safe, but the weight of those who had died pressed heavily on his heart.

Seeing his expression, Fire Phoenix said from the side, "Sometimes, there are things no one can help. It’s not that you forget or become numb; it’s just that you bury it deeper."

Xiao Tianci looked at her with gratitude. Was this her own sentiment? Yes, were King Kong and the Chief Steward truly numb? Perhaps they had just buried it deeper. No matter what, life had to go on.

"Ah, Ni'er!" Xiao Tianci hurried to ask, "Fire Phoenix, is there a phone here? I need to contact the outside."

Fire Phoenix pointed to a box above his head. "That's the external communication link. I’ll have my brother turn it on for you, but don't talk for too long, or it might cause trouble."

"I understand, I understand," Xiao Tianci insisted. "Go ask Azure Dragon to set it up; I need to make the call now."

"All right." She agreed and turned to leave, but stopped at the doorway, realizing she hadn't given him the wet towel she was holding.

She walked back, and seeing his state, she couldn't help but ask, "Do you remember what you did earlier?"

"Earlier? What earlier?"

Fire Phoenix prompted, "Before you woke up just now. Do you remember doing anything?"

Xiao Tianci thought for a moment and shook his head. "I was so groggy, I don't remember anything."

"Phew..." Fire Phoenix breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed her brother was right—it was just a momentary lapse.

Seeing her tension, Xiao Tianci thought carefully. "Well, I have a vague impression... of an ancient battlefield, and then guns..."

Fire Phoenix laughed. "Ha... were you dreaming that you were a character in a novel, going back in time to become an emperor?"

Xiao Tianci smiled faintly, ignoring her, and continued, "Then it felt like I grabbed something... it was very comfortable and warm..."

"Smack! ...Ah! What are you doing?" Fire Phoenix’s face changed instantly, and she slammed the wet towel into Xiao Tianci’s face.

"Hmph, you pervert... you deserve it..." With that, she turned and stormed out, leaving Xiao Tianci sitting there, holding the towel. *Who did I offend? This young lady has quite a temper! I have to tell Azure Dragon to keep her away from me.*

As he wiped his face with the towel to clear his head, he muttered, "Pervert? Deserve it? What is all this?" He began to think about the battle, which had made him realize he needed to increase his strength. The Specters were just the beginning; he had more than one enemy. With the Meihua organization collapsed, he had become the only lead for the research lab, and they wouldn't let him go.

He had to grow stronger. Where to start? He couldn't exactly go to a job fair. Once the Chief Steward, Lin Jian, and King Kong were better, he would discuss it with them.

Suddenly, he remembered Fire Phoenix’s attitude. *She wouldn't refuse to let me make the call, would she? I really need to call.*

"Hey! Someone! I need to make a phone call! Seriously, I just said I dreamed of grabbing something soft... soft..." He stopped abruptly as he felt a murderous aura. Turning to the door, he saw Fire Phoenix standing there, eyes blazing with rage, holding a basin of water.

Xiao Tianci said, undeterred, "Fire Phoenix, I think we need to talk. I..."

"Splash!" The entire basin of water was dumped onto him.

"Dammit, Fire Phoenix! Cough... what is wrong with you..." Xiao Tianci was furious now. Jokes have their limits. He didn't know why she was reacting this way, but until it was explained, he found her actions and words incredibly infuriating.

Before he could finish, Fire Phoenix glared at him. "Go to hell, you pervert! Hmph..."