Xia Ze had just finished his classes at the Omega school.
From mid-May until now, mid-June an entire month of courses!
Finally, it was over!
The teacher was still a little worried. He had seen the public opinion on the Star Network.
Moreover, with only a month of study, many things weren’t covered in depth. Once he went to the main planet, he would surely be mocked.
This kind of crash course was something only a clever kid like Xia Ze could handle, scoring top marks in every subject. Anyone else would have panicked long ago.
Holding his graduation certificate, Xia Ze couldn’t help but sigh at the gender differentiation in this world when he saw the words “Omega Xia Ze” written on it.
But no matter what.
His classes were done!
He had learned what he needed to know.
As for what would happen in the future, what was there to fear?
It was just a fake marriage. Eventually, he would still come back.
Public opinion had nothing to do with him.
Qi Jing, who had accompanied Xia Ze to collect his graduation certificate, appeared calm, but the orders he issued were stern.
Others might not recognize the maliciously guided remarks, but he could spot them at a glance.
Since they were malicious, there was no need for them to exist.
Almost overnight, all the ill-intentioned posts disappeared.
Not only that, but he also made his stance clear within the military, there would be no changing his mind. The only person he wanted to marry was Xia Ze.
Since he was taking Xia Ze with him, he wouldn’t let him suffer any harm.
With only two or three days left before departure, Xia Ze packed up the last of his belongings and sealed off the small greenhouse.
The exceptionally unique roses were placed separately within reach. Even if he didn’t carry a backpack, he would still hold onto the flowers.
As for the soil he had prepared earlier, it had already been carefully packed by Butler Qi and loaded onto the starship, set to be transported in advance to the Qi family’s ancestral home on the main planet.
With everything ready, Butler Qi arrived with a group of fashion designers, smiling warmly.
Before Xia Ze could ask, a row of formal wear was wheeled in.
The already small living room was nearly filled to the brim.
Not only were there formal outfits, but also hundreds of pieces of exquisite jewelry, all neatly arranged for Xia Ze to choose from.
Butler Qi said cheerfully, “We’re going to the main planet. These are all custom-made clothes for you, young master. The jewelry is part of the Qi family’s heirlooms, all yours.”
“The person the Qi family has chosen must never be looked down upon.”
The comments on the Star Network had infuriated Butler Qi, and it took his son a long time to calm him down.
What rubbish about a backwater planet, his background, or his appearance, the Qi family didn’t care about any of that.
Did those people even know how wonderful the young master was?
All they did was spout nonsense!
It was all those who wanted to marry the young master but couldn’t, spreading rumors out of spite!
He would make sure the young master was dressed impeccably leave everyone stunned!
Besides, the young master wasn’t ugly at all. With those eyes, who could possibly think he wasn’t good-looking?
The fashion designers beside him had long given up on commenting.
Whatever. The customer was always right. They could only praise blindly.
Besides, clothes made the man! Even if they had to pile on luxury, they would make sure this ordinary-looking Omega appeared more refined.
Feeling Butler Qi’s kindness, Xia Ze guiltily touched the mask on his face.
Butler Qi treated him so well, yet there was one thing he still hadn’t told him.
With an armful of clothes handed to him, Xia Ze was gently pushed by Butler Qi to go try them on.
Standing in front of the mirror in his new outfit, Xia Ze quietly removed the mask from his face.
A delicate and exquisite face was revealed perfect features, fair and smooth skin, pink lips that made him seem almost unreal.
Black hair and dark eyes, so mysteriously beautiful it stirred sighs of admiration.
The formal attire accentuated his tall, graceful figure, like a young prince from a mysterious kingdom who could command reverence from all who saw him.
Xia Ze took a deep breath and pushed the door open to step outside.
Qi Jing, who had just returned home, paused mid-step at the sight of Xia Ze dressed in such refined attire.
The beautiful boy seemed to take root in his eyes no, in his heart.
Gasps erupted from the side.
“You! Who are you?!”
“Where’s the young master?!”
Xia Ze looked awkward, his delicate face flushing slightly, making everyone present suck in a sharp breath.
So beautiful.
The fashion designers stared, unable to tear their eyes away.
They always said clothes made the man, but this was clearly the man elevating the clothes.
Their designs had never been worn by someone so breathtaking!
It was worth it!
Old Qi finally steadied himself, only to hear the beautiful boy say, “Uncle Qi, it’s me.”
No one could mistake that voice.
It was Xia Ze.
Xia Ze’s voice.
But that face?
Qi Jing had already stepped in front of the boy, shielding him from the others’ gazes.
Xia Ze relaxed slightly and explained, “I’ve always worn a mask before.”
As he spoke, he demonstrated reverting to his usual plain face before removing the disguise, revealing his true appearance again.
“My household is small, and I was afraid of being unsafe, so I wore a mask.”
If anyone else claimed they wore a mask for safety, people might question it.
But for a stunningly beautiful boy like this to hide his face for protection, what more needed to be said?
This was the garbage planet. A beautiful Omega living alone here was far too dangerous.
If he hadn’t been skilled at disguise, he would never have survived this long.
Everyone knew how coveted a gorgeous, unaffiliated Omega could be.
Old Qi, well-versed in the rules of high society, looked at the young master with aching sympathy.
How hard it must have been. If he hadn’t faced harassment, he wouldn’t have been so cautious.
The excited designers nodded fervently.
They had served many nobles even royalty.
A poor but beautiful Omega would, at best, be kept like a caged songbird.
Thankfully, this beautiful boy was not just poor and stunning, he was sharp-minded too.
Wearing a mask had been the right choice!
Who could blame him for hiding his face? It was pure self-preservation!
Old Qi glanced between the young master and his own lord.
No wonder his lord had insisted on marrying him.
The young master’s character and abilities were already outstanding and now, this face.
Seeing that his lord wasn’t the least bit surprised by the mask, it was clear he’d known all along.
Old Qi couldn’t help but feel, his lord had gotten the better end of the deal!
Then he heard the young master murmur guiltily, “Uncle Qi, I’m sorry. You’ve been so kind to me, and yet I deceived you.”
His face was simply too striking. He hadn’t wanted unnecessary trouble.
After all, his dream was just to tend his plants and run his little shop.
Old Qi quickly reassured him, “Not at all. Having such awareness is good it avoids many problems.”
Though order on the garbage planet had improved, the outer districts were still chaotic. Why else would patrols be necessary every day?
Speaking of which, Qi Bo became even more indignant: “Those people from the Homeworld are just trying to trip us up they’re going to be sorely disappointed!”
“Thinking they can turn public opinion against the General? Dream on!”
The fashion designers nearby trembled in fear was this something they should be hearing?
But upon brief reflection, it was clear those people weren’t really targeting Xia Ze. Their ultimate goal was General Qi all along.
They’d even dragged in absurd arguments like how General Qi marrying an ordinary Omega was unbecoming of an Imperial General obviously trying to undermine his authority and pressure him into marrying a high-born Omega.
The only question was who was behind it all?
How utterly despicable.
During their final days on Planet F31, Xia Ze spent most of his time trying on clothes and jewelry, preparing over a dozen outfits just to deal with those troublesome people on the Homeworld.
After his training, Xia Ze handled these matters with practiced ease. So what if they treated him like a clothes hanger? He could handle it!
June 20th, early morning.
The jump ship stood ready.
Qi Jing, Xia Ze, Qi Bo, and several aides all boarded the vessel.
They departed wearing casual T-shirts and jeans rather than formal attire—comfort came first.
The flower shop had been temporarily closed, with Qi Jing leaving trusted subordinates to keep watch. There shouldn’t be any issues.
Xia Ze took a deep breath.
This would actually be his first time traveling to another planet.
In his previous life, humanity had still been tentatively reaching for the moon, he’d never had the chance to venture beyond.
In this life, between caring for his ailing grandfather and working hard to make ends meet, the opportunity had never arisen.
Who would have thought his first spaceship journey would be for marriage?
A fake marriage at that.
Whatever the reason, he would give it his all.
He absolutely wouldn’t embarrass General Qi, he’d repay this kindness properly!
