Douluo Continent: The Ice Dragon King Martial Soul, Ma Xiaotao is Addicted

The two left the quiet laboratory building, where the streetlights were already on.

The night in Mingdu is less noisy than during the day, but it has more of the unique brilliance of the city.

The guiding streetlights emitted a soft glow, illuminating the road as if it were daytime.

The air was filled with the crisp, clean scent unique to the night, mixed with the faint aroma of food wafting from afar, tantalizing the taste buds.

Orange was clearly very familiar with the area around the academy. She led Ye Chen through a maze of twists and turns, and soon found a restaurant that Ye Chen had never been to before.

Above the door hangs an antique wooden plaque with the three characters "Ye Lan Ju" etched in a unique metal, next to which is a pattern of a crescent moon and several stars.

The two pushed open the door and entered, and a clear bell rang.

A warm current, a mixture of food aromas and a faint scent of wine, wafted over me.

The restaurant has a large interior space, measuring 300 square meters, and is decorated very elegantly.

The walls are exposed warm-colored bricks, with several metal etchings depicting the night view of Mingdu hanging on them.

The tables and chairs are made of heavy solid wood, polished to a smooth and warm finish.

Although it was quite late, there were still quite a few customers.

"Gentlemen, what would you like to do?"

A woman in a waitress uniform walked over, appearing very welcoming.

"Okay, give us a private room."

Orange spoke up.

"This way, please."

Upon hearing this, the waiter smiled and led Ju Zi and Ye Chen away.

The three of them walked around the corridor and came to the second floor, entering a small private room by the window.

The private room was small, with only a square table and four chairs. The view outside the window was pleasant, but the soundproofing was excellent, and no noise from outside could get in.

The orange-colored wall lamps emit a warm and soft light, making the entire space feel exceptionally private and comfortable.

Orange couldn't wait to order, and the waiter left with the menu.

Ye Chen and Ju Zi sat facing each other.

Less than half a minute later, another waiter brought over two bottles of fine wine.

"Gentlemen, this is our shop's unique 'Starry Brew,' please enjoy." The waiter said, opening the bottle and pouring the wine for the two of them before slowly retreating.

"Hehe, this is the shop's 'Starry Brew,' Ye Chen, you should try it, you won't be disappointed~"

Orange picked up her wine glass and gently swirled it.

The liquid has an almost transparent silvery-gray color. Under warm light, you can see some golden specks of light suspended in it, like stardust, flowing slowly, which is quite beautiful.

A rich, slightly crisp aroma of wine wafted through the air.

"This wine is very special~"

Orange picked up her glass, gently swirled it, and watched the "stardust" inside dance. "It's said to be brewed with several special soul plants, which is good for nourishing the meridians of soul masters, and the taste is unique."

Ye Chen picked up his wine glass, brought it close to his nose, and took a sniff.

That unique aroma still intrigued him.

Ye Chen took a small sip.

It's icy cold on the palate, with a smooth texture that doesn't feel like a strong liquor, and a strange sweetness.

But as the liquor slid down my throat, a warm sensation slowly rose, spreading down my esophagus to every part of my body. At the same time, a strange feeling arose on my tongue, as if a faint electric current was dancing on my taste buds.

Ye Chen savored the complex taste, finding it truly wonderful, as if he were drinking not just a simple wine, but a carefully crafted energy drink.

"How is it? Isn't it delicious?"

Seeing Ye Chen savoring the wine so intently, Ju Zi couldn't help but smile and ask, taking a small sip herself and squinting her eyes in satisfaction.

"Yes, it's very unique."

Ye Chen put down his cup and asked curiously, "What is this 'stardust' in here?"

"Some say it's bone powder from a special kind of soul beast, others say it's microparticles ground from some rare mineral crystals... There are many different opinions, but the real secret formula is only known to the maker."

Orange shrugged.

She doesn't know how to brew wine, so she doesn't care; as long as it tastes good, that's all that matters.

The two had barely exchanged a few words when a waiter knocked on the door, and soon dishes of food were served on the table.

"The food at this restaurant is really good, Ye Chen, you should try it!"

As she spoke, Ju Zi picked up her chopsticks and eagerly stuffed a thinly sliced ​​piece of smoked meat into her mouth.

Ye Chen's appetite was also whetted by her eating habits, and he began to savor the food in front of him. The smoked meat was savory and delicious, melting in his mouth.

The side dishes were pickled to perfection, crisp and appetizing.

The soup broth is rich and flavorful, and the noodles are chewy and springy.

As the two ate and drank, the atmosphere gradually became relaxed and harmonious.

Orange started going on and on about the lab gossip, which left Ye Chen feeling quite helpless. ...

After a few rounds of drinks, several empty 'Starry Brew' bottles appeared on the ground.

Ye Chen has a special physique and profound cultivation, so this little bit of wine is just a warming up for him, and his eyes remain clear.

But for Orange, who was sitting opposite him, the situation was quite different.

Two distinct blushes had already appeared on her fair cheeks, spreading all the way to her delicate ears and slender neck.

Those big eyes, which already had a natural air of languor, were now veiled in a misty haze, making them look exceptionally captivating as they gazed at people.

When she spoke, her pace was slower than usual, with an unconscious air of coquettishness and softness.

Her movements became somewhat languid and casual, with one hand supporting her chin and the other unconsciously poking at the remaining sauce in the bowl with her chopsticks.

Her body leaned slightly against the table, and the loose collar of her school uniform slipped down a little, revealing a small section of her fair collarbone.

"Ye Chen, you're so handsome, do you have a lot of girls chasing after you?" Ju Zi looked at Ye Chen with a smile, her tone teasing, but she was a little nervous inside.

"Sister Orange, you've had too much to drink."

Ye Chen shook his head and did not answer the question.

Because this question is simply unanswerable...

"Hmph, I didn't!"

Orange immediately retorted, with the stubbornness typical of a drunkard, "I'm the best drinker in the lab, don't believe me... let's drink some more!"

As he spoke, he reached for the wine bottle, but his hand wobbled and he almost knocked it over.

Ye Chen quickly caught the bottle and sighed helplessly, "Alright, senior, you really can't drink anymore. It's getting late, let me take you home."

Ye Chen looked out the window; the night was getting deeper, it was already past midnight.

Although the two drank slowly, the 'Starry Brew' was still quite potent. The fact that Ju Zi could drink this much already showed that he had an amazing capacity for alcohol and was exceptionally gifted.

"Hmph, that won't do, it's still too early..."

Orange mumbled to herself, leaning limply against the back of the chair, her eyes gazing at Ye Chen with a dreamy look.

Her gaze seemed to sweep unintentionally under the table, and then she seemed to have thought of something.

Under the table, Ju Zi quietly took off her boots, then lifted her little feet and stretched them onto Ye Chen's thigh opposite her.

"Um... Sister Orange, what are you doing..."

Upon seeing this, Ye Chen felt a slight tremor in his heart, sensing that something was amiss.

"Well……"

Orange made a muffled nasal sound, leaned forward slightly, and looked at Ye Chen across the table with a slightly drunken, hazy look in her eyes, along with a hint of cunning.

"Ye Chen... I've been standing all day, my legs are so sore... Could you massage my feet for me?"

Orange's voice was soft and sweet, like she was being coquettish.

After saying that, the foot that had landed on Ye Chen's leg stomped lightly, as if urging him on.

"Sister Orange, this isn't right. How can you just give a girl a foot massage like that..."

As Ye Chen spoke, he subconsciously lowered his head.

Orange's little feet were very delicate, wrapped in a pair of pure white silk stockings with exquisite lace trim, and a section of her fair calf.

"Hmph... You still dare to say that? Last time you took advantage of me while I was asleep, didn't you..."

Orange let out a soft snort of dissatisfaction and gave Ye Chen a slight glare.
Her tone carried a hint of threat and seduction.

Because she fell asleep on the sofa in Ye Chen's lab last time, Ye Chen was worried that she would catch a cold, so he went over to cover her with a blanket and took off her boots.

At that moment, she clearly felt Ye Chen's fingers lingering and kneading her feet after he helped her take off her shoes.

The sensation of that touch made her heart skip a beat, instantly waking her up a bit, but she immediately pretended to be asleep again.

Later, she tested Ye Chen several times and was always able to catch the fleeting and paused look in his eyes.

She already had a pretty good idea of ​​what was going on, but she was too embarrassed to say it out loud.

Tonight, fueled by alcohol and feeling inexplicably relaxed, she decided to point out Ye Chen's little hobby and give him a little "bonus" to see his reaction.

"Cough cough! No! I didn't! Sister Orange, don't slander me!"

Ye Chen, like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, immediately denied it three times in a row.

At the same time, I was speechless and a little embarrassed.

He thought he had been very discreet; last time he had only pinched her unconsciously. He didn't expect to be caught by Ju Zi, and Ju Zi hadn't said anything, which made him feel a little embarrassed.

"Girls are just too meticulous..." Ye Chen thought to himself.

"Don't tell me you don't like it... This is your only chance, okay? If you refuse, you won't get another chance..."

Orange narrowed her eyes and gently stepped on Ye Chen's leg.

(End of this chapter)