That day, Yu Manman went to the laboratory to analyze the blood in the syringe and prepared to give Ackman the results when she met him the next day.
This test result, compared to the last from that Fallen Species, showed similar components, but it wasn’t exactly the same, and seemed more complicated...
When she woke up the next day, she had already seen gossip about herself and Ackman on the forum.
Yu Manman noticed that there were indeed people discussing Ackman trying to abduct her, a yet underage young female...
She contacted Ackman through the Light Brain to inquire about his situation.
"It’s fine, it doesn’t affect me. It’s just some rumor attacks. The most important thing now is to clearly investigate the secret potion issue."
After Ackman took Yu Manman back, he received news that a massive explosion had occurred at the gold-burning den in the 103 Undersea City, causing considerable casualties...
They are now investigating the people over there.
There aren’t many clues yet.
"Instructor, come pick me up!"
"Okay!" Ackman knew the item given to Yu Manman should now have the test results.
Yu Manman chose a beautiful dress in her room, looking just like she was getting ready for a date.
She applied some lipstick, and just as she was about to leave, she received a Light Brain call from Shang Yu.
"Manman, I’m downstairs at your dorm, are you free now? I need to talk to you."
Yu Manman blinked, "Is it urgent? I’m going out soon. Can it wait until I get back?"
Shang Yu was silent for a while, "It’s just a few words, won’t take long..."
"Alright then, I’ll come down soon." Yu Manman tidied up some things, opened a small gift box which contained a black and gold-patterned pen.
The pen was originally meant for her dad, but now she’ll give it to Instructor Ackman first. She’ll choose another gift for her dad later!
Yu Manman condensed the test report into a small paper roll and placed it inside the pen, then put it back and tied a beautiful bow with the ribbon before putting it into her small bag.
When she got downstairs, Shang Yu was already waiting.
Shang Yu looked at Yu Manman’s attire and immediately felt a bit vigilant.
"Manman, where are you going? To see Xu Wanwan?"
Yu Manman shook her head, "No, I’m going to meet the instructor."
Shang Yu frowned, "Manman, I saw something on the forum..."
"Are you talking about me and Instructor Ackman?" Yu Manman put her hands behind her back and smiled.
Did even Brother Shang Yu believe it? That’s great! It proves the matter seems quite real and hasn’t been exposed!
"Manman, you’re still young. I’m worried you might be deceived..." Shang Yu felt quite upset.
The rose he had cherished for years was suddenly snatched away without any warning!
To be honest, Shang Yu didn’t really believe it, but seeing Yu Manman this way made him doubt.
Perhaps, just as they said on the forum, Manman was deceived!
"Brother Shang Yu, don’t worry! I haven’t been deceived, I’m quite shrewd." Yu Manman didn’t want to tell Shang Yu about her and Ackman’s discussion yesterday, at least not for now!
She’d wait to discuss it once home. Yu Manman keenly sensed that since returning from the base, she occasionally felt unfamiliar eyes on her.
There were many males in the school who would secretly notice her, but this gaze felt a bit different.
"Manman..."
"Beep..."
Ackman’s car arrived.
He got out of the car, looking at Yu Manman.
"Brother Shang Yu, I have to leave for something. Let’s go home together on Friday." Yu Manman blinked at Shang Yu.
However, Shang Yu didn’t notice any hints from Yu Manman. He only knew that Yu Manman was leaving him behind for another male!
Could it be that Manman really liked that instructor?
Shang Yu’s rationality instantly flew away, not considering any other possibilities!
No, he must tell Uncle and Auntie about this!
But... does this count as tattling?
On the other hand, since Manman isn’t officially an adult yet, he’s really just looking out for her for Uncle and Auntie, right?
Shang Yu held back for a moment, deciding to talk to Manman properly when they went home this weekend, and if it didn’t work, then he’d talk to Uncle and Auntie!
He silently grinded his teeth.
He thought that the male Major in the same field as Manman was his rival, who knew Ackman the instructor would suddenly pop up!
"Instructor, this is my gift for you! Consider it a thank-you gift for your guidance!"
Yu Manman handed over the gift box containing the pen with sparkling eyes, and gave Ackman a deep look.
Ackman realized something, took Yu Manman’s gift, "Thank you, let’s go."
Yu Manman nodded and sat in the front passenger seat.
Then, she popped her head out to look at Shang Yu, "Brother Shang Yu, I’m going to the base now, see you tomorrow afternoon!"
"Alright..." Shang Yu’s smile was a bit stiff.
Brought a gift for Ackman too?
What charm does Ackman have to make Yu Manman suddenly see the light?
Shang Yu ground his teeth in anger, turning to leave.
Yu Manman sat in the car, smiling as if she’d discovered something amusing.
"Brother Shang Yu seemed to believe it! He might go and complain to my parents now!"
She laughed and joked, "No way, when I go back tomorrow, I might just face a family tribunal session!"
Yu Manman suddenly wondered how she should explain to her parents?
For a moment, Yu Manman couldn’t distinguish whether her parents would find her really being in love more acceptable, or her involvement in the secret potion matter more acceptable?
Probably... both would be hard to accept?
Am I in trouble.
Understanding the intricacies, Yu Manman began to get a headache.
"Tomorrow, I’ll go back with you." Ackman looked at Yu Manman seriously, "I should be the one to explain this matter since I brought it up."
He also wanted to meet with Uncle and Auntie to make clear his attitude toward Manman.
If possible, Ackman genuinely hoped to become Yu Manman’s fiancé in the future, not just pretend to be.
"Forget it..." Yu Manman muttered softly, "I just fear my dads might hit you."
Instructor Ackman is still recovering from his injury, adding more wouldn’t be good!
"No, I should go." Ackman smirked, "As your future fiancé, I always need to meet your parents first."
Ackman spoke so earnestly that Yu Manman suddenly couldn’t tell the real from the fake.
"And..." Ackman continued, "I also want to talk to your fourth dad."
After Ackman finished this sentence, Yu Manman understood.
The instructor must want to discuss the secret potion issue with her fourth dad, right?
"Alright, see you tomorrow then."