Hearing the system's chime, Xiao Mu stared blankly at Night Glass. This... was such a rip-off!

Boosting Lin Hanyun's affection points was tough, man!

Xiao Mu had to think of a fix. Suddenly, he had a bright idea. "Ah, cousin! You actually bought the drink I asked for? Haha, thanks!"

Before Night Glass could react, Xiao Mu dragged her out.

*Ding! Lin Hanyun's affection for the host increased by 1 point. Keep it up!*

Xiao Mu sighed in relief at the system's voice. He hadn't seen Lin Hanyun's expression, but her goodwill was back.

"Master, what was that just now? So weird..." Night Glass looked puzzled.

"Nothing. Just don't come to my classroom again!" Xiao Mu said firmly.

"Why?!" Night Glass puffed out her cheeks. "Is it... because of Lin Hanyun?"

She knew Lin Hanyun—both were among Huazhong's top four school beauties. She recalled Lin Hanyun sitting behind Xiao Mu earlier, her gaze unfriendly.

Combined with Xiao Mu's reaction now... was Master chasing Lin Hanyun?!

The thought made Night Glass deeply uncomfortable. She gritted her teeth. "That woman!"

She tried to rush back into the classroom.

Xiao Mu grabbed her arm. "What are you doing?"

"Confront that woman! Tell her to stop clinging to you!"

Xiao Mu was speechless. Since when was she clinging to me?!

"You can't do that!"

"Why not?"

"Because... if you do, I won't teach you martial arts anymore!"

The threat worked. Night Glass fell silent.

"Alright, alright. I'm thirsty after all that talking. Your drink comes in handy." Xiao Mu smiled.

Night Glass huffed and handed him the orange juice.

Xiao Mu took a small sip, feigning delight. "Ah~~ So delicious!"

Night Glass watched, her eyes darting. "Is it really that good?"

"Of course."

"I'm thirsty too. I want some."

"Eh?"

"No?"

"Not really..."

This was basically an indirect kiss.

But Night Glass didn't wait for permission. She snatched the juice and took a gulp.

"So sweet!"

For some reason, the orange juice tasted sweeter than usual. She couldn't help taking a few more sips.

Yesterday's kiss had been accidental—just lips brushing. But now... she'd swallowed his saliva from the straw!

"Master, here." Night Glass nonchalantly offered the juice back.

Xiao Mu forced a laugh. "N-no, you keep it. If you like it, drink it."

"Huh? Master? What did you say?"

Whoa... her eyes turned dangerous.

Without a word, Xiao Mu grabbed the juice and took a big swig.

"Mm, I knew Master was the best." Night Glass instantly beamed a sweet smile.

But Xiao Mu had already seen her delinquent side.

"Master, I'll head back to class. I'll come again after lessons."

"Eh? Didn't I say not to visit me in class?"

"I'll wait at the classroom door then."

Xiao Mu had no reply. Fine. He'd loudly called her his cousin earlier—it should be fine now.

Back in class, Lin Hanyun was solving a problem.

Xiao Mu cleared his throat softly and approached. "Need help?"

It was a function problem she hadn't cracked.

Lin Hanyun glanced up and nodded.

Xiao Mu scanned the question, leaned down, and explained the solution.

After one problem, Lin Hanyun was amazed—not by his skill, but by how clearly he taught. Even a weak student would get it instantly!

That was the perk of being a super scholar.

*Ding! Lin Hanyun's affection for the host increased by 1 point. Keep it up!*

Xiao Mu looked at her. "Understand?"

"Yes. Thank you."

"You're welcome."

Xiao Mu gave what he thought was a sunny smile, then turned away.

He needed a faster way to boost affection. Lin Hanyun's points dropped too easily—it felt unstable.