Chapter 88 – Rough Star Pirate Leader VS War God Empire Prince [AA] (15)
However, soon Bishop’s attention was diverted by Mu Jin to another matter.
After discussing the alliance, Mu Jin mentioned that he had seen black crystals falling from Yarlin’s group and sensed energy within them. After using the black crystals on Chester’s mecha, he achieved unexpected results.
Mu Jin’s words surprised them. Thinking back to the battlefield where all their mechas, except for Chester’s, became fragile due to enemy attacks, they assumed it was because of Chester’s exceptionally high mental and physical strength. However, it turned out that Mu Jin had already upgraded Chester’s mecha. The group unanimously decided to investigate the matter of black crystals at Yalin’s location.
Since pirates prioritize strength, and Yarlin was severely injured with a less cohesive group than Chester’s, it took little effort for them to extract information about the black crystals. The group even took them to see the location of the crystal mine.
Looking at the newly opened mine, Mu Jin learned that they discovered these crystals by chance. Through an unexpected fusion, they found that the crystals could enhance mecha performance. Despite their excitement, they never expected to lose to Chester in the recent duel.
This defeat made them truly acknowledge Chester’s strength. Yarlin had already been defeated, diagnosed with a downgrade in mental strength, and deemed irrecoverable. Willingly submitting to Chester, they wanted him to take them in and join his pirate group.
However, Chester ultimately refused, as he wasn’t inclined to accept just anyone into his ranks.
So, he straightforwardly had them choose their own trusted leader, form an alliance, and then accept his arrangements. Chester then had his brothers take over the black crystal mine, sending the rest away.
Afterward, Mu Jin focused his efforts on researching the fusion of black crystals and mechas. He performed comprehensive upgrades and modifications on Chester’s mecha, significantly improving its performance and combat capabilities.
Initially, he wanted to help upgrade the mechas of other members of the pirate group, but due to Chester’s intense jealousy, he insisted that Mu Jin be the one to personally modify his mecha.
Mu Jin willingly handed over this technology to Chester, who then passed it on to the mecha engineers in the pirate group, helping others upgrade their mechas.
After this round of upgrades using black crystal fusion, the entire Chester Pirate Group’s combat strength entered a new level. Everyone looked at Mu Jin with admiration.
Even though they knew Mu Jin’s identity was special, being the Empire’s War God and the Second Crown Prince, the respect for him remained strong even after he lost his memory.
However, after this incident, everyone realized that his genius surpassed their expectations. Even Bishop, who had always been suspicious, couldn’t help but admire Mu Jin.
Especially when Chester informed him that Mu Jin could induce the special properties of plants, Bishop found Mu Jin even more miraculous.
Mu Jin had no intention of hiding this secret from his lover’s trusted friends, especially since he knew Bishop had particular strengths and could make good use of this information in the future.
So, he conducted a series of studies on plant pharmacology in this world, shared his insights, and handed over some medicinal formulas to Bishop, earning further respect.
Watching Bishop come to consult Mu Jin again, even though he knew Bishop wanted to ask about plants and medicinal formulas, Chester couldn’t help feeling a twinge of discomfort.
Observing the two men—one refined and handsome, the other petite and cute—talking together with many common topics, Chester couldn’t help but feel a sourness in his heart. He had initially intended to leave, but seeing Chester sulking on the side, he raised an eyebrow, pushed up his glasses, and glanced back and forth between Chester and Mu Jin, who was caring for plants nearby.
Seeing Bishop’s strange expression, Chester furrowed his brows and asked irritably, “What are you looking at?”
Having visited Chester’s home multiple times and spending time with Mu Jin, Bishop had become more aware of the latter’s charm as time passed.
Although Mu Jin was not particularly friendly to anyone except Chester, his inherent allure made everyone involuntarily focus on him.
Therefore, even someone who had never considered being infatuated with an Alpha like Bishop had to admit that if someone like Mu Jin were interested in him, he might not mind the person’s gender.
However, this thought was fleeting, and Bishop knew his friend well. Moreover, from observing Mu Jin’s attitude towards Chester, he could feel that Mu Jin genuinely liked him.
Giving his friend a disdainful look, Bishop couldn’t help but say, “I just wonder what Mu Jin sees in you. Look at yourself.”
“What’s wrong with me?” Bishop’s words struck a nerve with Chester. He had been troubled by the fact that his beloved was too beautiful and felt increasingly unworthy of him. Now, even his closest friend, who was supposed to be on his side, seemed to have stabbed him in the heart.
Seeing Chester’s distressed expression, Bishop crossed his arms, scrutinized him, wrinkled his nose, and commented, “Chester, you may have high combat power, but the key is that Mu Jin is also very powerful.”
“Furthermore, even if Mu Jin has lost his memory, he still carries himself with such grace and elegance. It’s clear that his years of living in the royal family have had a lasting impact on him. How could someone of his noble status possibly fall in love with a scruffy
Hearing his friend’s words, Chester was momentarily stunned. He touched the stubble on his face, furrowed his brows slightly, and as soon as Bishop left, he rushed to the mirror to observe his appearance.
Looking at the tall man in the mirror, Chester looked around. He was still wearing the same timeless black attire, and although his facial features were decent, his hair was a bit disheveled, and there was some neglect in shaving.
Could he really look so scruffy?
Thinking of the exquisite and lovely Mu Jin, the man couldn’t help but hesitate. He wondered if he, looking like this, seemed incompatible with Xiao Jin. Would Xiao Jin really like him this way?
Pursing his lips, the man tried hard to put on a stylish smile in front of the mirror, but no matter what he did, he felt his appearance looked somewhat foolish.
For a moment, Chester felt a bit discouraged, but then he firmly started to encourage himself. So, he took out a small knife from his waist, approached the mirror, and began to trim his facial hair.
By evening, after taking care of all the plants, Mu Jin returned to the room and did not see his usual lover waiting for him. Thinking that it was almost dinner time, if his lover wasn’t at the door, he should be in the kitchen.
As expected, Mu Jin walked a few steps toward the kitchen and heard some movement. Smiling, he walked in and saw a man with a straight figure. Although his body and hair color looked very much like Chester, he still couldn’t help but feel a little stunned.
Because the man was dressed in an exquisite suit, looking as if he was attending a grand banquet.
Mu Jin hesitated for a moment, stood at the kitchen door, and tentatively called out, “Chester.”
The man turned around, revealing a familiar face. It was indeed his lover. However, at this moment, the man had obviously taken good care of himself. Not only had the stubble on his face been cleanly shaved, revealing a smooth complexion, but his hair was also meticulously groomed.
Chester was wearing a well-fitted suit and holding two plates of freshly fried meat as he turned to walk toward the dining table.
At this moment, Chester was actually quite nervous. What Bishop had said really made him concerned. Realizing that his appearance might be disliked by his beloved, he decided to change himself.
The man seriously shaved off his beard in the bathroom, tidied his hair, and even took a bath. He intentionally went to the street to buy a set of very gentlemanly clothes and carefully dressed up.
Dressing in this style had always been something Chester sneered at, but at this moment, in order to be liked by his beloved, he made a concerted effort to change in the direction he imagined Mu Jin might like.
He thought Bishop was right; his lover’s background was indeed completely different from theirs. Although he liked the freedom of being a star thief, being with Mu Jin was more important than all these things.
He knew his lover’s abilities, and thinking of Mu Jin’s every move being so graceful, he felt that if he hadn’t appeared, Xiao Jin would probably choose a noble Omega or Beta, at least not a rough man like himself.
Especially recently, Xiao Jin seemed to be particularly close to Bishop. That guy always had a gentlemanly appearance, and Chester used to mock Bishop for not looking like a man. However, now Chester couldn’t help but envy him because he felt that his friend seemed more like Mu Jin’s ideal lover.
So, even if it went against his own will, Chester wanted to transform himself into a look that his beloved would like.
Standing with his back to Mu Jin, Chester felt a bit uneasy and pulled at his shirt collar. Taking a deep breath, he turned around, revealing a familiar face to Mu Jin and practicing the smile he had practiced in front of the mirror for a long time. He hoped that everything would seem truly decent, like those real nobles.
Mu Jin, looking at his lover’s anxious expression, noticed that he was dressed more solemnly today and wondered if something significant had happened. Curious, he asked, “Chester, why are you dressed like this? Has something happened?”
Chester shook his head when he heard Mu Jin’s words, hesitated for a moment, and then asked Mu Jin, “Xiao Jin, do you like the way I look now?”
Mu Jin nodded when he heard his lover’s words. Of course, he liked it. Or rather, he not only liked his lover’s current appearance, but no matter what his lover looked like, as long as he was his lover, Mu Jin would love him all the same.
However, at this moment, it was clear that Chester misunderstood Mu Jin’s intention. Although feeling a bit disappointed, he was still glad that he made the right decision. At least, now he could use this appearance to win his beloved’s favor.
As long as Xiao Jin liked it, Chester could dress like this for a lifetime, practicing those so-called etiquette rules. Even if he felt that this dress was very awkward and those rules were boring and cliche.