Gao Wu: After transforming into a soft girl, I became a calamity?

Ye Chenyang stood under a tree by the roadside, pacing back and forth, sighing from time to time.

He's so stupid, really.

If he had known Jiang Mian was there to buy that thing, he wouldn't have said anything.

Ye Chenyang assumed that since she was dressed casually today, she probably just wanted to buy some small things and then go home to stay indoors.

Although she didn't say anything just now, she must have been a little shy, right? Otherwise, she wouldn't have made that expression.

After walking back and forth for quite a while, he finally let out a long breath and stopped.

Considering that Jiang Mian had just had a minor emotional outburst and was in a sensitive and vulnerable state, it would indeed be inappropriate for him to leave without saying a word.

But if he stayed, he felt a little awkward about what had just happened, since their relationship wasn't that close yet.

"never mind."

After weighing the options, Ye Chenyang decided to stay.

He can draw his sword without hesitation when it comes to those who deserve to die and those who bring calamity.

However, he is always overly soft-hearted when facing familiar people, or those who are more vulnerable like Jiang Mian.

A moment later, Jiang Mian came out of the store, her face slightly flushed, carrying a shopping bag in her hand.

Ultimately, it was her first time entering such a store, so it was understandable that she felt a little uncomfortable.

Especially since her main target wasn't herself, and the size was clearly wrong, the saleswoman was looking at her strangely, but she was too lazy to explain.

Since she was already there, she also picked out a few sporty outfits for herself.

Jiang Mian had previously discovered that she didn't have enough clothes in her wardrobe.

Especially when I was on the city defense side, the amount of exercise was so high that I always felt a bit uncomfortable.

Jiang Mian was stunned when she saw Ye Chenyang not far away.

Why is he still here?

Thinking back to what I just said to test the waters, it seems... quite easy for people to overthink things.

If it were someone from the past, and a girl like that asked her this kind of question, who knows what kind of scenarios she would have imagined?

"Jiang, Jiang Mian."

Ye Chenyang stammered for once, which was uncommon for him.

"I'm sorry about what happened earlier."

Ok?

Jiang Mian was stunned. Just now... did he have to apologize for this? Did he feel embarrassed by her?

That seems to be true.

She herself didn't realize the problem; her seemingly shy reaction just now seemed more like an instinctive reaction.

instinct……

Has this mask of weakness and timidity, worn for so long, gradually evolved into an instinct?

Jiang Mian felt a strange emptiness in her heart; the "self" she once knew seemed to be getting further and further away.

But now is not the time to be fixated on this.

Ye Chenyang's reaction was somewhat unexpected.

She had always thought he was mature in every way.

If my gender hadn't changed and I were a normal person, I might have tried to curry favor with him...

Unexpectedly, there were other things that left him at a loss.

Jiang Mian waved his hand and smiled:

"It's okay, you didn't know that before."

Seeing the girl's understanding demeanor, Ye Chenyang felt a stirring in his heart, a strange itch stirring within him.

He murmured an "Mmm," his voice a little hoarse.

My current state... seems a bit off?

Was I too tired last night? Or...?

Ye Chenyang wasn't stupid, and with his experience far exceeding that of his peers, he naturally understood certain things.

From the very beginning, his attitude towards Jiang Mian was somewhat unusual.

At first, I had some doubts, but after getting to know them, I gradually got used to it, and that strange awkwardness seemed to disappear without a trace.

Now, I find myself unconsciously following her emotions...

He sighed inwardly.

My mind is a bit confused, and it seems to be affecting my judgment.

If Jiang Mian finds out, will she feel resistant or even disgusted because of the past trauma?

Will I be scared away and stop trusting anyone?

He didn't say much, deciding to let things take their course; if they got along, their feelings would naturally grow stronger.

There was a moment of silence between the two.

Jiang Mian quietly released a sliver of her senses, and Ye Chenyang's aura... seemed to have inexplicably taken on a bitter taste?

No, what's going on with this change?

Dude, are you serious?

Stir-fried pork with chili peppers turned into stir-fried pork with bitter melon...

This sudden change caught Jiang Mian off guard. She had only been guessing, but she hadn't expected it to actually happen.

No, no, she needs to suppress it quickly.

How to do it...?

I can't think of anything right now.

She didn't know how the goodwill had increased, guessing that it was probably because her "persona" easily garnered sympathy and goodwill, and her good looks also contributed to the increase.

Jiang Mian couldn't do anything that went against her public image, so she could only change the subject and bring the atmosphere back to their usual way of interacting.

Since it's inconvenient for him to leave, let him wander around for a while, and when it's almost time, we can go buy clothes separately.

"Brother Ye, do you... have time to show me around?"

Jiang Mian asked the question somewhat cautiously.

Yes, there are.

Ye Chenyang nodded quickly.

He quickly adjusted his demeanor, and his tone returned to its usual calmness.

If you're just wandering around, the area is quite bustling.

The two walked side by side, but because Jiang Mian was a head shorter than him, he always had to look up when speaking.

Looking at his profile, Jiang Mian felt a pang of envy for no reason.

If she hadn't turned out this way by accident, hadn't become a patient with the disease, and hadn't awakened to the calamity sequence, perhaps her life would have been different?

But why would this guy deliberately hide his abilities?

Last night, it was clearly a great opportunity to perform, but he deliberately held back and kept a low profile.

Is there a mole within the higher-ups?

That seems a bit far-fetched.

If there really is a mole, they'll probably gather all the apex sequences that haven't fully matured together and then wipe them out all at once...

Wait, something seems off?

Ye Chenyang vaguely sensed the darting gaze beside him, but he didn't turn his head to look at her, pretending not to notice.

He had been quite resolute, but now he was unsure of Jiang Mian's true feelings towards him. Should they... still be considered friends?

At least for now.

With their own thoughts, the two wandered around the streets, and soon it was noon.

"Barbecued meat..."

Jiang Mian glanced at the menu. A set meal started at 700, which was extremely expensive by the standards of this world.

Although normal food now provides her with almost no nutrition, she still craves it a bit.

Having been in this world for so long, she's always kept this in mind; just a taste would be enough.

The strange crops we usually eat have almost no taste, but their appearance is truly appalling.

In comparison, this "normal" food can be called a delicacy, and it's said that the related industry still needs the assistance of some awakened beings of the "All Spirits"...

Ye Chenyang took in her expression, and his suspicions lessened somewhat.

Compared to her usual quiet demeanor, she was even more adorable at this moment.

How could she possibly be associated with the "apocalypse," right?