Even that question was said by instinct. The civil official beside him was still chattering about "inhibitors", "two-week leave" and so on. The Imperial Marshal who had just been forced to meet the marriage partner had already ignored it all, his mind fell on that pair of black eyes that were like trickling ink.
Although he couldn't sense the so-called pheromone at all, Gu Gui realized the meaning of the two words "natural attraction" in the introduction manual at this moment.
Gu Gui leaned down and meticulously scrutinized the young omega in front of him.
The warm jade-like temperature melted against his palm, making him suddenly reluctant to withdraw his hand from this.
The rough and hard fingertips from training all year round were reluctant for a long while, hesitating to touch them. Remembering the particularly delicate and fragile rules about this type of race, he quickly let go of his hand and moved back cautiously.
There was a time difference between the main world and the lower world, and they had not seen each other for a while. Seeing that the familiar temperature was pulling away, Lu Deng took the initiative to lean in and gently rub against it[mfn]Anna:Gu Gui's hand[/mfn].
With the fear that his touch would cause a few more bloodstains on his cheek, before he could even realize it, Gu Gui had already held his cheek with his gloved left hand and repeatedly examined it several times to confirm that it was unharmed before his heart finally relaxed.
Perhaps my own understanding is too rigid, and an omega is not necessarily weak enough to bleed when touched.
Gu Gui breathed a sigh of relief and straightened his body using one hand as support. He then met the mildly puzzled light in the black eyes, his heart stirred slightly, and he suddenly came to his senses.
He was at a loss just now because he almost injured an omega⎯⎯even though there were already an unknown number of people bleeding under his hands on the training ground. In fact, the technology of the interstellar age was really advanced, such a small wound only needed to be wiped with a repair agent and one wouldn't see any traces after half a day. However, this Omega still looked like a brat, and for a moment, he even felt a strong sense of remorse for his negligence.
Gu Gui rose in contemplation, vague unease spreading instantly.
It's not as if he hadn't been set up on a blind date[mfn]Anna:A very lousy use of the expression since being tied up on his bed could hardly count as a date[/mfn] by the Emperor before. His Majesty was open-minded enough to entrust him with such an important position even though he knew who he was but was always naive enough to think that finding an omega to take home would clear any suspicion of the public about him.
He had never been interested in such things and politely returned many similar 'gifts', but this time, he had abnormally lost his usual ability to think clearly and sensibly.
Maybe he was infected by those alphas.
Gu Gui couldn't help but frown, forcing himself to pull away slightly.
As a "normal" person who did not possess pheromones and was far more powerful than a beta, Gu Gui had no problem with the pheromone setting. The alpha pheromone was not only a deterrent marker but also had a number of subtle increases in physical and mental strength.
It could increase explosive power significantly. When used properly, alpha pheromones could have a significant impact on the outcome of a battle, it could even be the determinant factor of victory and defeat.
Because of these characteristics, the army gradually evolved into an alpha world. There may also be betas below the legion commander, but all the existences at the leader level were pure alphas.
But alphas also had weaknesses.
It was not that serious as the public's imagination of throwing an omega in heat into the army would paralyze the entire army. Every soldier wore a bracelet from the moment he entered the army, which constantly released inhibitors which don't harm the body's concentration at the necessary moment, allowing the alphas to remain calm even under the stimulation of pheromones. But even the most powerful inhibitors were still unable to shield against that natural attraction.
Regardless of the influence of any kind of redundant emotions, it would interfere with the original clear judgment.
Just because Gu Gui did not resist this did not mean that he was also willing to be one of those who were dominated by pheromones and desires.
As he watched the Marshal's expression change, the civil official at the side put down his heart and cautiously leaned down to ask, "Marshal, do you see⎯⎯"
"Please reply to His Majesty on my behalf that I am grateful for the care he has taken of me."
For the military, harsh self-control and precise, calm judgment was even more important.
The Imperial Marshal with a strong career mind took a deep breath and calmly diverted his gaze, putting the gloves he had taken off back on.
"But I have no plans to start a family just yet, and please⎯⎯"
The target was actually planning to return the host!
The system was furious and maneuvered the sweeping robot around his feet and sweeping a circle of dust up the Imperial Marshal's slatted trouser legs before it was finally persuaded to stop in time by Lu Deng in his head.
The words of polite refusal were already on his lips as Gu Gui put his gloves back on and took one last look at the figure that inexplicably tugged at his heart, but suddenly his heart jumped at the sight of those eyes.
Lu Deng was silent, looking up at him quietly.
Gu Gui: …..
Gu Gui: "Also please…please ask Your Majesty to give me more time to let me experience it for a month, and then I'll give a reply to His Majesty."
The civil official almost jumped to his feet in delight. "Well, it would be good of you to stay…His Majesty will definitely be pleased! The hovercrafts outside are all ready for you. We are looking forward to seeing you walk out with your wife in your arms in public so that the people can see their Lord Marshal has started a family⎯⎯"
Although he had complete confidence in Gu Gui's abilities as an individual, there had been a lot of opposition among the people due to the recent rumors swirling about the marshalship. The Emperor had taken great pains to prepare for a number of similar occasions so that he could have the opportunity to prove himself.
Gu Gui remained still in place, his gaze fixated at the still quiet and soft black eyes, without the slightest intention of responding to him.
Seeing the Marshal's reluctance to continue the conversation and fearing to ruin a hard-won situation, the civil official with the good sense shut up and retreated quickly, taking everyone with him.
The imperial palace that had been specially prepared for the Marshal was completely empty in a blink of an eye.
Gu Gui was still trying to figure out how he suddenly lost the courage to continue. He anxiously rubbed his short, lean hair twice, worrying about whether he was really infected by those alphas.
Although it was true that the instinctive affection of the heart could not be ignored, it should not be so easy as to consume his senses. If this continued, he would probably have to ask for a bracelet with inhibitors from the military.
As the thoughts intertwined, Gu Gui took two steps back and forth and was about to speak when his eyes suddenly fell on the ribbons still binding the other man.
I can't believe I forgot to untie him until now!
The self-reproach for his negligence overcame his usual vigilance, and Gu Gui quickly stroke towards him, resting one knee on the edge of the bed and leaning over to untie the ribbon behind him. "Don't be afraid, I'll help you untie the rope."
It must be hard to stay tied up for so long.
The tall sturdy Marshal with long legs easily gathered the whole body of the soft omega inside his arms, but still failed to smell any of the legendary pheromones, only a very faint scent of grass.
The most verdant and tender green grass…after being poured with a hearty soaking rain, the grass blades were still shining with crystal water drops, and the fresh breath was sent by the moist breeze.
Obviously not a pheromone scent.
Gu Gui lightly took a breath, suppressing a trace of regret that was quietly floating in his heart. He temporarily gave up his strong professionalism, turned his head, and asked softly, "Lu Chiqiu?"
That seemed to be what the civil official called him. He wasn't sure if he remembered it accurately.
The delicate omega raised his head between his arms and looked at him with his soft black eyes. With a slight smile from the end of his eyes, he called him, "Gu Gui."
...
That's so nice to hear!
Obviously, it was no special name, but when called out by the other's pure and gentle voice, it didn't sound like his own.
Gu Gui's heart pounded. With a gentle tug on his hand, he ripped the extraordinarily soft ribbon off with ease.
This is undoubtedly impossible.
Although it was still unclear whether he was infected by the alphas or not, before going to replace the bracelets with ones with inhibitors himself, the disciplined Imperial Marshal decided to plan ahead for a rainy day and make some ground rules.