189: Late night, sleep, daytime, tunnel (time)

Time: October 21, 2075, 10:45 PM.

Location: Barker Family Camp, First Dining Hall.

Specks of starlight quietly appeared from behind the sky, their light growing from weak to strong, until they became a brilliant river of stars.

Now, it was time for the second wave of late-night snacks.

Many Bakr Family members who had just returned sat at the dining tables, rubbing their rumbling stomachs, drooling as they ordered their supper.

The lights in the dining hall softened, casting a glow on the faces of those around, revealing smiling faces full of laughter and conversation.

Fang Yun followed Vavinia and found a four-person table to sit down.

The aroma of stewed meat and roasted bread wafted through the air.

Although Fang Yun was not hungry, it was unlikely that he was not hungry.

Due to the existence of saturation, even if Fang Yun felt full, he could eat indefinitely.

After casually ordering a plate of fried noodles as his main course, Fang Yun looked up at Hua Meiying and Bai Xuerou across from him.

“I've decided, today's main dish is stewed venison, the side dish is honey-glazed carrots, and for the staple, I'll choose rice with mashed potatoes, meow.”

Bai Xuerou stood on her tiptoes, excitedly ordering her meal.

Hua Meiying ordered a simple vegetable stew, a small bowl of rice, and a small portion of honey-fried meat.

“It seems that the light diet at the cultivation institute has had some impact on Bai Xuerou and the others.”

“Is this the so-called compensatory effect, or perhaps a cheat meal? (laughs)”

“Then I'll order a four-person portion of today's special—imitation roasted suckling pig.”

“This is one of Katat's specialties, and the taste is definitely no worse than any top restaurant in Night City.”

Vavinia chuckled softly and placed her left hand on Fang Yun's thigh.

“You'll have to ‘savor’ it carefully later.”

Fang Yun paused slightly, then grasped Vavinia's small hand, revealing a mischievous smile.

“Heheheh. I will definitely savor it well.”

Hua Meiying and Bai Xuerou across the table: *continues eating popcorn.jpg*.

Fang Yun played with Vavinia's small hand while scanning the dining hall.

Suddenly, he felt a weight on his shoulder.

He turned his head, and sure enough, it was Valentine.

“Oh, brother-in-law, you're here.”

Valentine looked at Fang Yun's expression, which was three parts sincerity, three parts joy, three parts mischievousness, and one part teasing, then glanced at the hand he was holding, and his mouth twitched slightly.

“Don't forget to come to our table for a few drinks later.”

After speaking, Valentine looked at Vavinia.

About ten seconds later, Valentine nodded with satisfaction, as if he had received some information.

“Very good. Then I'll be going now. Table 16, remember to come for a drink.”

“OK.”

After seeing his brother-in-law off, Fang Yun turned and quietly asked Vavinia:

“What did you tell him just now? Why did he leave so decisively?”

Vavinia lightly coughed:

“Cough. It was nothing, just a promise that nothing would happen tonight.”

“Nothing will happen?”

“Nothing will happen.”

“……”

Fang Yun looked at Vavinia meaningfully until her ears turned slightly red.

Amidst their teasing, all the dishes were prepared and served to the table.

Everyone picked up their chopsticks.

The other dishes tasted similar to the various set meals Fang Yun had eaten before.

However, this imitation roasted suckling pig did taste really good, it had the authentic flavor of a delicious roasted suckling pig.

“Indeed, as long as enough technology and 'ruthless' ingredients are added, the taste of intermediate synthetic food can rival natural green food.”

“Unfortunately, normal factory families can't afford this kind of 'high-tech dish' at all.”

“Even in cyberpunk, aside from those who have lost their ambition, few would be willing to eat it every day.”

If there is a book, it is long; if not, it is short.

The delicious dinner time quickly passed.

After drinking the last glass of tequila, Fang Yun stood up and bid farewell to Valentine, Toke, Ge'er, and the others.

Walking out of the dining hall, Vavinia was waiting eagerly not far away, with Hua Meiying and Bai Xuerou standing behind her.

“Let's go, get a good night's sleep, and continue working hard tomorrow.” (Fang Yun)

“Oh, right, I plan to give you a more advanced training chip tomorrow. You'll use that chip for training from now on.” (Fang Yun)

“Okay.” (Hua Meiying)

“No problem.” (Bai Xuerou)

……

Looking at the excited Bai Xuerou and the rosy-faced Hua Meiying, Fang Yun felt like he could guess something.

But he promptly stopped the stray thoughts in his mind and then followed Vavinia into his tent.

He pulled the tent curtain shut, activated the sound absorption module and blackout mode.

Then, he quietly turned on the newly synthesized signal jammer and support framework generator.

“Excellent, everything is ready, all that's missing is the east wind.”

The air inside the tent gradually quieted.

Fang Yun turned his head and saw Vavinia with her back to him, stretching her arms out, relaxing her body from sitting for so long.

This movement made Vavinia's body form a graceful curve.

Fang Yun took two steps forward, embraced her slender waist, and whispered in her ear:

“I remember you said earlier today that you brought some special clothes. Where are those clothes? Hurry and put them on so I can admire them.”

Vavinia's body temperature rose slightly.

She fidgeted for a moment, then softly said:

“You, you let go of me first. Then turn around, and wait until I've changed before you turn back. I'm shy with you watching.”

Fang Yun released his hands from Vavinia's waist, instead placing them on her shoulders, gently turning her one hundred and eighty degrees.

It is said that a maiden's blush is worth a thousand words.

Fang Yun felt that this phrase was perfectly apt for the moment.

Vavinia, shy from being stared at, playfully slapped Fang Yun's chest, indicating her displeasure.

Seeing her chiding expression, Fang Yun knew it was time to turn away.

“……”

The tent was quiet, with only the rustling sounds of Vavinia changing clothes.

“……, I've changed.”

Upon hearing this, Fang Yun paused slightly, then slowly turned his head.

Under the illumination of the tent's ceiling light, Vavinia's image was clearly and distinctly displayed before him.

She was wearing a black pleated skirt that reached only to the upper-middle of her thighs.

The already somewhat narrow and short pleated skirt slid up a few more inches with her arm-stretching and rotating movements.

The subtly revealed absolute territory of her upper thighs made Fang Yun's Adam's apple unconsciously bob.

Translucent black stockings encased Vavinia's 'life-taking' long legs.

In the warm light, Fang Yun couldn't tell whether it was the black stockings or Vavinia's own skin that was emitting a pearlescent luster.

The meticulously designed garter lace at the top of the stockings truly elevated it to a work of art.

The material of the black stockings looked exceptionally smooth and transparent, giving Fang Yun an urge to reach out and touch them.

Vavinia stopped spinning, then threw herself onto the bed:

“Am I beautiful?”

Her voice was a little rushed, not from the previous movement, but from the movement to come.

Fang Yun's eyes were filled with an unnamed impulse.

He slowly walked to the bedside, leaned down, and gently kissed Vavinia's lips.

“Very beautiful.”