Chapter 1352: Chapter 1261: Interstellar Life 32

At this moment, although Du Qiyue knew Chi Ruiqiu, they weren’t boyfriend and girlfriend yet, but their relationship was certainly very close.

As for when the two became a couple and how their relationship developed, Pei Shuangshuang really didn’t know.

In her previous life, Pei Shuangshuang focused on studying and wholeheartedly believed Chi Ruiqiu was hers, and given Chi Ruiqiu’s good character, he certainly wouldn’t play the game of two-timing, so she was very reassured.

In fact, Chi Ruiqiu was indeed a person of good character, not someone who would two-time; however, Pei Shuangshuang wasn’t the ship he boarded, and as a result, by the time Pei Shuangshuang regained her senses, the duck she counted on had flown away.

Later, Pei Shuangshuang went completely crazy, fixated on Chi Ruiqiu while hating Du Qiyue to the core, constantly going against Du Qiyue and chasing after Chi Ruiqiu, unable to bear to hear anything about Du Qiyue and Chi Ruiqiu’s past.

Even now, when Pei Shuangshuang saw Du Qiyue, her heart was shrouded with a towering anger and murderous intent; it was this woman who flaunted herself in front of her while provoking her relationship with Chi Ruiqiu. Kill her!

Pei Shuangshuang took a deep breath, forcing down these surging emotions; regardless of whether Du Qiyue really was a scheming little white flower, in the end, she and Chi Ruiqiu genuinely loved each other, not deliberately undermining her, they were just protecting their own relationship, which wasn’t inherently right or wrong.

Pei Shuangshuang adjusted her emotions, maintained a calm facade, watching the way Chi Ruiqiu greeted Du Qiyue with more enthusiasm than he did her, and then cheerfully conversed with her.

Judging by this situation, even if Du Qiyue and Chi Ruiqiu weren’t yet in a romantic relationship, Chi Ruiqiu definitely had a favorable impression of Du Qiyue.

After exchanging greetings and chatting for a while, Chi Ruiqiu then introduced Du Qiyue to Pei Shuangshuang: "Shuangshuang, this is my very good friend, Du Qiyue.

Let me tell you, don’t be fooled by Qi Yue’s seemingly delicate appearance, she’s actually a tough girl, particularly skilled at solo combat, she’s the undefeated champion of our school’s Combat Department.

Qi Yue, this is my good friend Pei Shuangshuang, the one I told you about before, the genius Genetic Repairer who saved my big brother’s life."

Du Qiyue looked at Pei Shuangshuang with an indescribable expression. She knew Chi Ruiqiu since they enrolled, fully understanding Chi Ruiqiu’s personality; he was fervent towards the ones he fancied, and cold towards others.

Also, Chi Ruiqiu was so outstanding that very few could catch his eye. Du Qiyue smugly expressed that for such a long time, she was the only girl in the entire school to receive this honor.

But now this perception was shattered, Chi Ruiqiu became enthusiastic towards another woman, aroused Du Qiyue’s discontent.

If Pei Shuangshuang were merely Chi Ruiqiu’s brother’s savior, at most Chi Ruiqiu would be polite towards her, but not enthusiastic.

Unless Pei Shuangshuang herself was exceptional enough to break this rule for Chi Ruiqiu, which inexplicably sparked some sense of crisis within Du Qiyue.

Chi Ruiqiu was an extremely excellent person, with good family background and good character. Du Qiyue had long had feelings for Chi Ruiqiu, and their relationship now was more than friendship but not yet a romantic relationship.

Previously, Du Qiyue had no dissatisfaction with this status; although Chi Ruiqiu never explicitly stated he liked her, it was obvious he treated her differently.

Most importantly, Chi Ruiqiu had always maintained propriety, never having ambiguous relations with women around him, even if some women showed interest, Chi Ruiqiu would straightforwardly reject them.

However, this time, Chi Ruiqiu was evidently different towards Pei Shuangshuang, in a gentle manner he never showed towards any other woman besides herself, making Du Qiyue unable to overlook it.

During the introduction, Du Qiyue couldn’t help but smile at Pei Shuangshuang, saying: "I’ve known Rachel for over ten years now, and it’s the first time I’ve seen him admire someone so much, so Miss Pei must have many remarkable qualities.

Since Miss Pei is Rachel’s benefactor, and my relationship with Rachel is extraordinary, it also makes Miss Pei my benefactor.

We’re currently participating in a live combat drill, it’s inconvenient to express my gratitude to Miss Pei, but once the drill ends, I must properly thank Miss Pei."

Du Qiyue’s face displayed a gentle smile, warmly expressing these words, before smiling at Chi Ruiqiu, leaving him somewhat stunned, not considering Du Qiyue’s words further.

Pei Shuangshuang, however, understood that Du Qiyue’s remarks were entirely a declaration of sovereignty. Clearly, Du Qiyue was interested in Chi Ruiqiu and already viewed him as her possession.

However, Chi Ruiqiu wasn’t foolish, since he permitted Du Qiyue to act this way without any response, it was obvious he tacitly accepted Du Qiyue’s claims, only Du Qiyue herself didn’t seem to understand, still believing Chi Ruiqiu wasn’t fully hers.

Pei Shuangshuang suppressed the surging murderous intent and dark thoughts, smiling playfully at Du Qiyue, she remarked softly: "I’m a Genetic Repairer, saving people is merely my profession, nothing worth being thanked for, besides, Chi Ruiqiu is quite an interesting person."

Du Qiyue slightly frowned, with some dissatisfaction towards Pei Shuangshuang’s comment that Chi Ruiqiu was quite an interesting person, but unable to voice her discontent, she smiled and continued: "I’m not sure what dangers this mission might hold, but I wonder if Miss Pei would be willing to cooperate with our squad?"

Pei Shuangshuang raised an eyebrow; they were a four-person squad with no designated leader. If talk of collaboration was to occur, it should be discussed among the four of them together.

Du Qiyue specifically asked only her, deliberately minimizing the relevance of others — was this instigation?

Pei Shuangshuang didn’t expect Du Qiyue to set a trap for her upon their first meeting; she smiled lightly and said: "Are you looking to talk about cooperation with our squad? But don’t you need to first seek your teammates’ opinions?"

Du Qiyue’s smile froze slightly; she hadn’t anticipated Pei Shuangshuang would so swiftly turn the trap she laid onto her. Fortunately, Du Qiyue’s teammates stepped in to diffuse the situation.

"What Qi Yue said is also what we think."

"Wondering if we could cooperate with you, having more people makes things lively."

"That’s how Qi Yue is, a bit muddled, remember not to be so confusing in the future."

Pei Shuangshuang smiled warmly, harmlessly engaging in conversation with Du Qiyue’s teammates; although they defused the situation, it was clear there was some discontent regarding Du Qiyue’s behavior.

After all, they were all strangers with no previous ties, it was considerate to defuse the situation, but feeling dissatisfied was a normal emotion.

Coincidentally, one of Du Qiyue’s teammates was from the same school as Pei Shuangshuang, Pei Shuangshuang was a legend at the Federal First Military Academy.

Year-round, she had claimed first place in the Genetic Repair, Combat Department, and Command Department across the entire academy, and each time, she left the second-place far behind, no student couldn’t admire Pei Shuangshuang’s excellence.