Universe Infinite Canteen

1 minute later, all the spirited lads were kneeling in a row, wailing while apologizing to Han Feifei one by one.

Ma Lu then put his shirt back on, and the young lady at the front desk of the pool hall even brought over a Wang Laoji with attentiveness, seizing the chance to take several more glances at Ma Lu's robust chest muscles.

"I'm sorry..."

"I'm sorry, we were wrong. We won't dare to do it again."

"I'm sorry, we give up. Stop hitting us! Ouch, it hurts so bad. Wah wah wah, I want my mom."

Only those who actually fought knew how fast and fierce Ma Lu's punches were; hitting the body, they would at least cause bruises and at worst, fractures.

Not to mention his terrifying side kicks; if you take one, you can't get up for half a day. Many were still feeling a tightness in their chest and were genuinely afraid of being killed by this man in front of them.

Thus, their apologies were very sincere.

Ma Lu asked Han Feifei, "So, do you think you've cooled off?"

"Mmm, I wasn't really that angry," Han Feifei said.

"That's great." Blondie, still sporting a shoe print on his face, heaved a sigh of relief.

But then he shuddered again under Ma Lu's gaze, "Who told you to butt in?"

Blondie hurriedly slapped himself twice, "Bro, look at this mouth of mine, it's just asking for a beating, please don't take it to heart. Sister-in-law, you should also advise Bro that using violence all the time isn't right."

"If you say one more word, I'll hit you again," Ma Lu pointed at his nose.

"Then I'll shut up, Bro," Blondie quickly fell silent.

"We've had enough fun for today," Han Feifei said, "Can you take me back to school?"

"Of course," Ma Lu responded, "Let's go then, boss, the check, please."

The boss immediately appeared from the side, "You've played for 1 hour and 49 minutes; let's round it up to 2 hours, that'll be 120 yuan in total."

"I'll transfer it to you through Alipay."

"Oh, in addition, it's 15 yuan to copy the surveillance video."

"What?"

"You must be new here; our pool hall can copy surveillance footage. Previously, many customers who made some incredible shots have asked to take that part of the video. I thought you might want to copy it too, since earlier..."

"Ah, no need. No, actually, let's copy it," Ma Lu changed his mind, feeling that his performance was indeed worth saving and could be watched again later from a third-person perspective.

So he transferred a total of 135 yuan to the boss.

Blondie's face was mournful. Being beaten was one thing, but to serve as a backdrop for someone else's personal affair, possibly to encourage some private activities for the couple at night, was just too tragic.

But the good news was that the menace was finally leaving. Just now, Blondie wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but for a moment, he thought he saw the shadow of that person in Ma Lu.

It was truly terrifying.

Ma Lu drove Han Feifei to the West Gate of the school. As Han Feifei unbuckled her seatbelt, getting ready to leave the car, she seemed to make up her mind about something. She turned back and quickly pecked Ma Lu on the cheek.

"Thank you, I had a lot of fun today," Han Feifei said.

"That's good," Ma Lu was a bit surprised, taking off his sunglasses, "I thought the incident this afternoon affected your mood."

"This is a chaotic universe; anything can happen. Don't let things you can't control affect your mood."

Han Feifei said, "I really like this phrase that you always say."

"Haha, I just say it casually."

Ma Lu's cheeks and Han Feifei's face were very close, close enough that they could both feel each other's breath.

The distance between their lips was less than two centimeters, and it was getting even closer, but at the last moment, Han Feifei hesitated and drew back slightly.

"Sometimes, to me, you're like a chaotic universe, too. Every time I think I understand you, you reveal a side of you I didn't know," Han Feifei said.

"Uh, are you talking about me knowing kung fu? I've actually been a Bruce Lee fan all along. I've seen all his movies, er, maybe not all, but one or two for sure.

"I think he's cool, so I mimic him when I fight. Maybe next time I'll try not to yell 'ah da' anymore; it does sound a bit silly."

"No, it's actually quite cute," Han Feifei chuckled, "Even though your muscles are a bit exaggerated, that's not the point. I've actually liked you for a long time.

"Because senior, you're smart, witty, optimistic, and have a strong sense of justice..."

"Have a strong sense of justice, are you talking about me? Ah... your girlfriend filter is pretty strong," Ma Lu said with an awkward smile.

"I've always hoped to become your girlfriend, but back then senior, you already had one. Later, when you started your stall at the school gate, to be honest, I was a bit happy the first time I saw it. It felt as if an opportunity had arisen.

"But then your business was so good, and not long after, you even opened a restaurant, which left me regretting my premature joy."

Han Feifei said, "But on the other hand, I was happy for you. I always found excuses to go to your restaurant to eat, actually to see you, trying to build a relationship with you.

"Oh, right, you were pretty frequent at first when I opened up, but the past few months, I haven't seen you as much. I thought you were busy with your studies or something."

"It's not that. It's because I heard that Angie from Love & Five seems to be getting quite close to you, senior. And Yu Yitong has returned to the country due to work reasons and has gotten back in touch with you. During the last God of Cooking Competition, you stayed in the same hotel for three days, right?"

"We don't have anything like that..." Ma Lu scratched his head.

"I believe you, senior," Han Feifei nodded, "But there's nothing now, what about the future? Angie is a national-level idol, the goddess in the hearts of countless men, and Yu Yitong has a memorable past with you, senior.

"I hate to admit it, but I have no advantages compared to them. Indeed, my family background is better than average, but not to the extent of Angie's wealth.

"Oh right, I heard there's also a talented female chef named Sun Mei who followed you to Universe Infinite Cafeteria after the competition, and it seems she's working there as a waitress now.

"And that's just what I know. A man as outstanding as you, senior, will naturally attract a lot of attention from the opposite sex. It's a regrettable but unavoidable fact, and that's why I haven't been going to your restaurant much recently."

"Um..." Ma Lu looked a little embarrassed, "Do you want me to like only you?"

"Of course, but that's impossible, isn't it? You're like a chaotic universe, always full of chaotic mysteries. I guess that's also why so many women are fascinated by you.

"Every single minute and second with you is filled with all kinds of new experiences, but if we're talking about a life partner, you're too free and chaotic to catch, too unpredictable, and you can't provide the safety and stability a woman needs."

"I... don't even think marriage could bind you. Even if one day you do get married, it will all end eventually because some birds are not meant to be caged; their feathers are just too bright," Han Feifei said softly.

"So... you want to say goodbye to me?"

"No, but I really do need more time to think about our relationship before kissing."

Han Feifei said to Ma Lu before getting out of the car.