Married a Big Cat After Transmigrating to the Interstellar Era – CH10

Chapter 10

Jian Mo didn’t respond to that statement.

He knew just how important Shi Xiaowang’s ability could be to the Federation, but the more it was anticipated, the more pressure it brought. Praise itself could be a shackle.

“However, you shouldn’t reveal this ability to the public for the time being.”

Meng Zhan shared the same thought as Jian Mo.

“This ability is too extraordinary. It might even solve spiritual contamination. If too many people know about it, accidents could happen.”

“I understand.”

Shi Xiaowang nodded.

“I don’t plan to make it public, but I also don’t want to hide it. Anyway, I’m at the Marshal’s Mansion. As long as I don’t leave, no one would dare cause me trouble on this territory.”

“That’s true.”

Meng Zhan looked at him.

“Do you… have something in mind?”

“I just suddenly thought maybe I could do a livestream—starting from the moment a seed is planted, all the way until it blooms and bears fruit, right here in the Marshal’s Mansion.”

Shi Xiaowang glanced at the livestream screen beside him.

Jian Mo looked at Shi Xiaowang thoughtfully.

Meeting the gaze of the “lion,” Shi Xiaowang reached out and patted its head.

“Even if there really is a savior, it’s not me. The peace was brought by you, sir, and the old marshal—they are the true saviors. But after peace, maybe I can, just as mom hoped, let everyone see flowers bloom. And I want everyone to see—the first flower blooms in the Marshal’s Mansion. Only here can the flowers truly blossom.”

Shi Xiaowang’s eyes curved with a smile, but the tone and expression carried unwavering resolve.

It was as if he was promising Jian Mo something through the “lion.”

Yet Jian Mo, embodying the lion, was struck deeply by the burning earnestness in Shi Xiaowang’s eyes.

He had always seen Shi Xiaowang as a kind, naive child who liked to be coddled. So even knowing he was a future duke, even with intentions to help him prepare for independent rule in the future, it had never felt real.

Suddenly, Jian Mo felt a sense of relief that the child had grown up, mixed with indescribable emotions, as if someone had lightly pinched the tip of his heart.

Meng Zhan cleared his throat; he was just here for entertainment and didn’t want to be forced to witness “romance.”

“What do you plan to do? Any strategy?”

“Not really.”

Shi Xiaowang rubbed his nose. It was just a spontaneous idea in his mind—creating an account and planting some crops. No need for a detailed plan.

Jian Mo thought for a moment, using his mental power to control the light brain and sent a message to Uncle Ye.

He then glanced at Meng Zhan, who exchanged a look with him, silently signaling Shi Xiaowang.

“Why don’t you send Jian Mo a message? See what he says.”

“Yeah, I was about to do that.”

Shi Xiaowang brought up the light brain and sent Jian Mo a complete account of the situation, including the purification ability he had awakened.

Jian Mo’s reply came quickly.

After praising and supporting him at the start, he told Shi Xiaowang that he had already instructed Uncle Ye to prepare a greenhouse.

If they were going to livestream, it was best not to reveal his identity at the start. Otherwise, who showed up might not all be well-intentioned. Jian Mo hoped Shi Xiaowang’s plan could proceed purely, as intended.

This way, when the flowers bloomed, revealing Shi Xiaowang’s identity would build a solid base of goodwill and support among the public.

After all, this was a miracle no one had ever created before.

Seeing Jian Mo’s message, Shi Xiaowang pursed his lips.

After a moment of hesitation, he looked at Meng Zhan.

“My purification ability… can it really solve spiritual contamination? Then perhaps it could also cure the berserk syndrome, right?”

Jian Mo paused, looking at Shi Xiaowang.

Meng Zhan also froze for a moment, answering honestly.

“Since it hasn’t been tested, I can’t be completely sure. But the pollutants involved are similar, so it should mostly work. Why are you asking this now?”

“If my ability can help treat it, I can assist with research.”

Shi Xiaowang said.

Meanwhile, the livestream continued. People’s discussions centered on spiritual contamination and madness.

They talked about a duke couple who died due to the destruction of their spiritual domain during the Zerg rebellion, about the old marshal who fought on the front lines, resisting both Zerg and spiritual pollution, and about the soldiers returning from battle, quarantined and treated. They also mentioned the lingering contamination in the Federation, with no clear timeline for eradication.

Their tone was full of sympathy and mourning.

“I’ve read many reports about frontline soldiers suffering severe spiritual contamination. Some have gone mad, but no one has mentioned sir.”

Shi Xiaowang frowned.

“How is he now? He’s been fighting on the front lines for so long… is he okay?”

This question had lingered in his mind for a long time.

Previously, even when worried, he couldn’t do anything for Jian Mo, just like with the public opinion—they didn’t have the means to help, so he never asked. But now was different.

“I know, as the Supreme Marshal, he probably doesn’t want to reveal his condition to others. But he must be affected by spiritual contamination as well. If I can help him now, it’s my duty.”

“As long as it can be used to treat spiritual contamination, I’ll cooperate fully.”

Seeing Meng Zhan’s surprised expression, Shi Xiaowang smiled.

“And I also trust Teacher Meng.”

Jian Mo and Meng Zhan were both silent, their minds unsettled.

If the previous feelings were simply relief, now Jian Mo’s emotions were more complex. Alongside his relief and admiration came a sense of respect.

The child he wanted to protect was now wielding the dagger he had just forged, turning it into a weapon to safeguard him.

Jian Mo looked at him, moved, his tail brushing lightly behind him, softening his heart.

“Anything? Even if I use you for experiments, that’s fine?”

Meng Zhan asked half-jokingly.

Shi Xiaowang nodded firmly.

“Of course.”

Meng Zhan exhaled, smiling and glancing at Jian Mo.

“I’m so touched. Alright, I agree.”

A message popped up on the light brain. Meng Zhan glanced, then reopened the livestream’s comment section.

“In that case, after we watch the fun, we’ll take action.”

“Huh? Fun?”

The topic changed quickly, and Shi Xiaowang looked at the livestream in confusion.

Onscreen, the previously harmonious banquet saw whispers, and the couple’s eyes grew suspicious.

Comments that had previously mocked Jian Mo began discussing another gossip topic.

[Whoa! Did everyone see the trending news? Is it real?]
[I saw it! I want to jump through the screen and hit someone!]
[Don’t jump to conclusions, maybe someone set them up.]
[What happened? Any class reps here?]

The couple had long invested in several military supply companies under the guise of being relatives of martyrs. In recent days, all these companies were found to have quality issues.

The nutrition liquid sent to the frontlines almost had no anti-pollution essence, but high-priced concentrated essence was circulating among associated trade groups.

[What?! They used life-saving supplies for the army to make money for themselves?!]
[So dirty! And they held a charity ball? How can the donations be considered charitable?]

This suspicion quickly turned into a larger commotion, as investigators arrived on-site.

“We received a report. Your companies are suspected of fraud and illegal operations. Please cooperate with the investigation.”

The livestream faithfully broadcast this to the Federation public. The couple, from initial confusion to panic, were escorted away. The official cut the stream afterward.

The final footage showed the elegant banquet turned into a gossip scene, with everyone discussing clues they had noticed.

Soon, online rumors spread about the couple’s history—from ordinary people in a border star system to gaining custody of the young duke and mingling in high society.

A problem emerged:

Many who weren’t interested in high-level news could recognize Wang Huanhuan but had never seen what the young duke looked like after age five.

[Wait, I always thought Wang Huanhuan was the young duke! Freaky…]
[What a usurper! Treating the young duke as a cash cow, like a Zerg sucking his blood!]
[Maybe the young duke simply doesn’t want to face the media? I remember after the old duke’s death, he was interviewed often. He seemed afraid of cameras, so not showing up is normal.]
[But here’s the problem: the couple always attended interviews, answering questions, while the child, clearly scared, was forced along. What was their intention?]

The livestream ended, but the chat remained active, even hotter than before. Discussions gradually shifted to Shi Xiaowang himself.

Soon, a photo went viral.

The boy leaned on a railing, clothes fluttering in the wind, looking up at the starry night sky. Soft hair and a prominent nose reflected a faint halo from the nearby street lamp. Even a blurry profile revealed star-lit eyes and a smiling mouth.

[Is this the young duke? Way better looking than Wang Huanhuan!]
[No comparison! This is how the real little prince should look. Wang Huanhuan is just a wild duck pretending to be a swan.]
[Who cares about Wang Huanhuan now? I just want the young duke’s full face! Why only one profile photo?!]
[Looks like someone secretly took it. Hope they share more!]

The photo wasn’t taken by anyone else—it was Shi Xiaowang himself.

Bored that night, he experimented with the light brain’s camera function, intending to photograph the stars. But he couldn’t resist posing.

Among the photos, this one looked the most natural and handsome. Shi Xiaowang admired it for a long time, itching to show someone.

He instinctively wanted to send it to Jian Mo but thought it inappropriate to send a selfie at night. He hovered between Uncle Ye and Jian Mo’s contacts.

After much hesitation, he decided to send it to Uncle Ye, but mistakenly sent it to Jian Mo.

He quickly tried to recall it but received a message from Jian Mo:

[Nice shot, looks good.]
[Your recall was too slow; I saved it.]

Shi Xiaowang stared at Jian Mo’s teasing reply, ears turning red, and replied with a single word:

[Oh.]

At first, he thought Jian Mo was joking.

But he really had saved it…

Thinking of this, Shi Xiaowang felt the same embarrassment as that day.

The young duke’s handsome photo went viral, but only a profile was shown, making people even more curious. Online discussions about Shi Xiaowang intensified.

That the photo appeared on StarNet must have been Jian Mo’s doing.

Knowing Jian Mo was paving the way for him, Shi Xiaowang opened the light brain to send a thank-you message, but hesitated, unsure how to express it.

The lion stretched and stepped closer. Shi Xiaowang patted its head, eyes still on the screen, seeing the message from Jian Mo:

[Do what you want. I’m looking forward to the day the flowers bloom.]

Jian Mo said to him.

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