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Chapter 32: This Is My Romance

Time flew by. The depths of winter had passed, and the seasons quietly shifted toward warmth. Heavy coats were put away, and the scenery transformed—lush grass, chirping orioles, and the vibrant beauty of spring began to bloom.

That evening, it was rare for Sade to return to Starlight Manor before midnight. Lady Resa was already waiting in the sitting room.

“Sade, you’re home. Have you eaten yet?” Lady Resa looked at her son, deeply distressed by how hard he’d been working lately.

“Mom, I’ve eaten. Sorry to keep you waiting so late.” Sade hadn’t even gone back to his room and came straight over. He handed his coat to the servant and sat beside Lady Resa.

“You’ve lost weight. I’ll have the kitchen make you a nourishing soup,” she said, frowning as she held his hand and looked him over carefully. She was about to call for someone.

“Mom, you’re exaggerating. I’ve been eating with the Queen. There’s no way the food is lacking,” Sade said with a smile to comfort her. He’d actually been neglecting his training, and his muscles were getting soft—there was no way he was losing weight.

“Don’t push yourself too hard. That thing you asked me to prepare a while back—it’s ready. Want to come take a look now?” Lady Resa, seeing how late it was, decided they might as well get down to business.

“Thanks, Mom.”

Sade followed her into the depths of her dressing room. Lady Resa stopped in front of what seemed like an ordinary wall panel. A small light flickered in the corner—a biometric scan completed—and a hidden door quietly slid open.

Inside was a modest-sized vault, but neatly and elegantly arranged were various luxurious crowns, jewels, and accessories, all stored under constant temperature and humidity control. It was clearly different from the more ordinary jewelry in the outer display case.

“This is the one. Take a look,” Lady Resa said as she handed him a red velvet box.

Sade took the box, opened it, and examined its contents carefully. After a moment, he closed it and smiled with satisfaction.

“It’s beautiful.”

“Glad you like it. Go wash up now,” Lady Resa said gently.

“Okay.”

Sade returned to his room and stood in front of the dressing mirror, undressing. His flowing golden hair had grown out a bit, and the fringe partially blocked his vision. He casually brushed it aside. Glancing over his reflection, he inspected his body a little more critically. Had he really lost weight? Admittedly, his muscles didn’t look as firm as before. He made a decision on the spot—no matter how busy he got, he had to wake up earlier and keep up with his physical training.

After showering and changing into his sleepwear, he returned to bed and sent a message to Lin You via his optical terminal.

“Yuyou, long time no see. Are you free this Saturday? I’d like to treat you to a meal.”

“I’m free.”

Lin You replied not long after.

“Great, I’ll come pick you up,” Sade wrote.

“Mm, good night.”

“Good night.”

Their exchanges were always like this—simple and straightforward, never fussy, and without the slightest hint of flirtation. But Sade didn’t mind. He’d managed to secure a date, and that was enough to put him in a good mood for the night.

Spring weather was unpredictable. It had been bright and sunny earlier in the day, but by evening, a light drizzle began to fall. The entire city was blanketed in a misty veil of rain, casting a hazy, dreamlike filter over everything.

Sade, of course, arrived in his dazzling gold starship to pick Lin You up, followed by a team of bodyguards and attendants. He insisted on piloting the ship himself—because if he was picking up his Omega, it had to be done personally. That was his kind of pride and romance.

The entourage arrived at the temple dormitory, where Lin You was already waiting at the entrance.

Dressed in a silk mandarin-collared long tunic and matching trousers, all in an elegant ivory shade, Lin You looked refined and noble. This outfit was actually one of the casual ensembles Lady Resa had made for him during the New Year holidays. His long, straight hair was neatly groomed, cascading smoothly down his back. He’d recently trimmed the ends himself, so the length was just right. With extra care put into his appearance today, he looked even more delicate and elegant than usual. The chill from standing outside too long had tinted his cheeks and lips with a rosy hue, making him look breathtakingly beautiful.

When Sade saw Lin You climb aboard his prized starship, his long-suppressed, boyish pride stirred within him.

He thought: I’m piloting the coolest ship in the Empire, carrying the most beautiful Omega in the world—I must be the happiest Alpha alive.

Unfortunately, the rain had started falling harder than before. He had originally planned to take Lin You on a detour, just to drive around and enjoy the moment. But now he had no choice but to abandon that little fantasy and focused on piloting carefully, making sure they arrived safely at the restaurant.

Sade brought Lin You to the rooftop restaurant of the Imperial Interstellar Hotel—the most luxurious and high-end hotel in the entire Empire. To him, if it was a date, only a place like this would be worthy of Lin You.

He had reserved a private room, elegantly furnished with just a small four-person table and two chairs, but it offered nearly a 270-degree panoramic view through floor-to-ceiling windows that overlooked the entire city.

“Yuyou, what a shame it’s raining today—we can’t see anything clearly,” Sade said with a tinge of regret as he looked out the window. Rain streaked across the glass, blurring the city lights into a dreamy haze. He had originally hoped they could enjoy a breathtaking night view.

“I like rainy days,” Lin You replied.

Rainy days had always been turning points in his life. It was in a heavy downpour that the High Priest had found him and given him a safe, warm place to live. And it was also in the rain that he found Mimi, his precious family.

“That’s great to hear. The night view here is famous, and I was worried you’d be disappointed we couldn’t see it. But since it doesn’t bother you, that’s all that matters. What’s most important is that you’re in a good mood. Let’s order—what would you like to eat?” Sade asked gently.

“You can choose,” Lin You replied calmly. He didn’t care much about food—certainly not the way Sade did—so he was happy to let him decide.

“The beef here is really high-quality, and I remember you like seafood. How about some fish? The scallops here are good too…” Sade said as he thoughtfully browsed the menu. Not wanting to be disturbed, he handled the ordering himself using his optical terminal.

While Sade was focused on placing their order, Lin You took the chance to quietly study him.

It had only been a few weeks, but Sade looked even more handsome than before. In the past, his good looks carried a youthful, radiant energy. Now, with sharper features and a more relaxed expression, especially dressed in today’s formal suit, he exuded a stronger, more commanding aura. The boyish vibe he once had had faded. Gone was the exhausted look he used to carry—replaced by a poised, composed confidence. Lin You looked at him and realized: Sade had grown into a man—strong, stable, and capable of bearing the weight of the world.

“Yuyou, how about having some wine with dinner?” Sade asked, glancing at the wine list.

“Sure.” Lin You didn’t mind drinking—he just rarely had the chance to.

“Okay, then let’s have a bit. But that means I won’t be able to drive us back, and someone else will have to take us. Are you okay with that?” Sade paused, suddenly realizing the inconvenience.

“Of course,” Lin You replied with a soft chuckle, not quite understanding why Sade was so reluctant to let someone else drive them.

“Yuyou, you just don’t get it,” Sade looked at him, a little sulky.

“This is my romance,” he said.

He liked personally driving the Omega he loved. He liked the feeling of just the two of them being together.(To be continued…)
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