Chapter 30.2

　　An hour later, the spacecraft roared to life and slowly departed from the planet.

　　Onboard, the massive spacecraft boasted an incredible six levels, each equipped with exciting entertainment options. Even so, none of them had anything to do with Jing Xi.

　　After all, he was assigned to a small room, painstakingly placing each carefully adorned gift box into elegantly designed bags. These were all meant for the guests, and his only task was to ensure they were all packed before the end of the banquet.

　　He clicked his tongue in mild amazement and commented, “It’s quite impressive that he manages to assign me some small tasks daily. I suspect the gift boxes were already packed, and these are just extras.”
　　System went to take a look and corrected, “No, what you have here is only a portion. The ones over there are almost done bagging the gift boxes.”

　　To steer the conversation in a different direction, Jing Xi made a deliberate effort to have it report on the guests’ backgrounds and important details he needed to take note of.

　　As for the Cai family, he had already acquired information about them over the past few days.

　　The Cai family was a human clan, and its patriarch was currently at the remarkable age of 400. Due to it being a round number¹ A round number is often considered a milestone birthday because it signifies a significant point in a person’s life. Round numbers typically mark a complete cycle or a notable transition, and reaching such an age is often seen as a significant achievement or milestone. It represents a new chapter or stage in life and is often celebrated as a special occasion. Milestone birthdays, such as turning 30, 40, 50, or 100, are often celebrated with more significance and grandeur than other birthdays. They serve as reminders of personal growth, life experiences, and the passage of time. , they decided to hold a grand celebration.

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　　Meanwhile, the branch member could hardly contain his excitement as he pushed the glass of juice forward, urging the rabbit to indulge in the feast before him.

　　Jing Xi could not believe his ears, and his eyes widened in astonishment. “You want to share a meal with me?”
　　The branch member replied, “After all that socializing, I could use a break, and what better company than you?”
　　Jing Xi sprang to his feet and exclaimed, “Hold on, let me fetch you a glass of juice!”

　　In a rush of excitement, he darted over to grab a glass of juice that was reminiscent of water. Just as he reached the table, he accidentally kicked a gift box and yelped, “Oops!”

　　Grinning, the branch member found his antics utterly endearing and bent down. “No worries, I’ll take care of that.”

　　Jing Xi had prepared three clever plans in advance, but he could not have predicted just how astute his individual would be. With lightning speed, he executed his first move flawlessly, swapping two glasses of juice deftly. Then he obediently settled back into his chair and dug into his meal, all while keeping his head down.

　　Watching him savor every last drop of that juice, an unexpected warmth surged within the branch member’s heart.

　　In the preceding days, he would tiptoe around the other person, fearing the trouble he might bring. But at this moment, all those concerns evaporated into thin air.

　　As the drug began to work its charm, he would sort out this rabbit, both inside and out. Then, he would administer the medicine and let the kid sleep for the entire day. By the time the banquet came to an end and the guests dispersed, what trouble could possibly arise?

　　With each passing thought, his mouth grew drier until he found himself gulping down the last drops of juice before him.

　　But just ten minutes later, a surge of rage welled up within him. He fixed a piercing gaze on the other and demanded, “Did you swap the juice?”

　　With a sheepish grin, Jing Xi blinked his eyes and spilled the beans. “Yes, I did. I hurried back and clumsily spilled some juice all over the cup. I didn’t want to pass it to you all sticky, so I quickly swapped it when you were busy bending down to retrieve the gift box. Don’t worry, I didn’t take a sip from that cup, so it’s perfectly clean… Eh? Wait a minute, how did you find out about that?”

　　The branch member sat in silence, seemingly lost in thought.

　　Just as he rose to depart, he immediately stumbled and fell back onto the chair.

　　Startled, Jing Xi questioned, “What’s wrong with you?”
　　The branch member fought to maintain composure. “I’m alright, don’t worry. Can you… do me a favor and call my…”

　　“There’s no time for this!” Jing Xi urgently cut in, haunted by a painful memory. He clutched the other’s arm and insisted, “I lost a friend to this once, and I won’t let it take another person. Let’s go, we’re going to find help!”

　　The branch member declined, “… There’s no need.”

　　As soon as the word “need” fell, Jing Xi flung the door wide open and hauled the branch member straight into the banquet hall.

　　With every step Jing Xi took, the branch member’s bravado melted away into sheer terror. Struggling futilely, he found himself powerless and ensnared in Jing Xi’s grasp. 

　　Midway through, Jing Xi implanted a mental suggestion in the branch member’s mind. By the time they reached the hall, any semblance of reason had left them entirely.

　　Noticing the other was inching closer to himself, Jing Xi realized the drug had kicked in. With that, he swiftly spotted a cranky big shot and shoved the drugged branch member in their direction. “Help! This guy’s not feeling too good. Can you please help us?”

　　As he said so, the branch member began rubbing himself against the big shot, but a swift kick sent him careening into a nearby dining table.

　　With a deafening crash, all eyes snapped to the scene. Gasps and exclamations filled the air as the guests watched the groaning branch member shedding his clothes in shock.

　　Like a long-lost map found in the recesses of the branch member’s thoughts, a piece of advice unfolded before him — water was the key to immediate relief. Without a moment to lose, he zeroed in on a nearby towering wine glass and lunged for it before the security guard closed in.

　　In the midst of the deafening chaos, the guests erupted in yet another collective shriek. All the while, he sported a pair of underwear hanging precariously by a mere thread. At that moment, he exuded an aura of complete calm as though he were the sole star in this pulse-quickening spectacle, unfazed by the uproar around him.

　　“…” The bewildered System marveled inwardly, ‘Incredible! This troublemaker has just crashed someone else’s banquet so effortlessly. How can a person be this skilled at causing a ruckus?!’

　　With Duan Chi in mind, the troublemaker fought the urge to raise his hand and instructed System, “Hurry, snap a pic for me!”

　　At this juncture, System puzzled over Jing Xi’s sudden fascination with being photographed. Noticing the frenzy of cameras flashing around them, it then infiltrated nearby phones and snapped candid shots from every angle. Moments later, a collage of images was sent to Jing Xi’s phone, giving him an array of choices.

　　Elsewhere in the hall, Duan Chi’s ears perked up at a faint clamor from the distance. With a quizzical glint in his eyes, he followed the whispers of the crowd, seeking the source of commotion. And there, he discovered a single individual who stood out from the rest.

　　It was a seemingly well-behaved youth who lingered at the fringes of the bustling crowd. While the guests were gripped by shock or fear, a mischievous smile danced at the corner of his lips, relishing the unfolding spectacle. Yet, his demeanor and the aura he radiated invoked memories of Yi Zhou in Duan Chi’s mind.

　　After unlocking his phone, the young man’s eyes lit up at something on the screen. A grin crept across his face, and a mischievous eyebrow arched in delight. In that instant, he bore such a striking resemblance to Yi Zhou.

　　Duan Chi’s brow furrowed at the sight.

　　Their differences were not limited to height, physique, or even mere appearance. No, these two individuals were as different as night and day.

　　Yet, it was on a certain planet in the Cello Constellation that his darling had chosen to reside. And here, the recent significant event centered solely around the Cai family. Was it truly just a coincidence? 

　　In the space of a few moments, the bodyguards swiftly subdued the branch member and whisked him away.

　　When the patriarch learned that the disruptive individual belonged to the Cai family, he was overwhelmed with the weight of his fury that threatened to plunge him into a state of unconsciousness. Meanwhile, the rest of the family exchanged uneasy glances, sensing that this unexpected event might spell doom for the branch member.

　　With a satisfied smile, the troublemaker watched the entire scene unfold before quietly slipping away. Despite that, he could not help but wonder, “Did Duan Chi notice me?”
　　System reported, “He shot a few glances your way, but has already turned away. It does not seem like he is dwelling on it.”
　　Jing Xi smirked, “Perfect.”

　　Back in the room he had occupied before, he shed his suit jacket and casually undid his bowtie. With a devilish grin, he ruffled his hair and signaled System for an update on those troublesome scumbags and the male lead, Hu Xiao. The time had come for the second scene, and he relished it. “I must admit, I still find this work quite enjoyable.”

　　“…” System urged, “Downplay it, or else Duan Chi will catch wind of this.”
　　Jing Xi acknowledged, “Got it. You watch him, and I’ll handle the rest.”

　　At the same time, the person being tailed spotted their assistant. 

　　Moments earlier, a nagging curiosity had gripped him, but his feet remained rooted to the ground. Now, his thoughts raced with awe at his darling’s hacking skills. Without a second thought, he removed his wristband and tossed it to his assistant before vanishing from the surveillance and embarking on his pursuit.