I’m Really Not Trying to Be Chased by the Heroine as the Villainous Playboy! – Chapter 534

Chapter 81: Familiar Stubbornness

“Your Highness, don’t be shy, have some more. I highly recommend this blueberry cake!”

“Sorry, Director, but I really… um!”

Extraordinary Beings can skip meals without any issue, but their stomach capacity isn’t much different from ordinary people.

Honestly, the dishes at the banquet hall are pretty good.

But even a farm pig can’t keep eating non-stop, right? You’re treating me like a bottomless pit, thinking I’m just a prince who eats anything?!

Winte tried to figure out why the Sage was sticking to him today, persistently forcing him to eat.

After stuffing himself, the burden on Winte’s stomach made his smile more and more forced.

What’s ridiculous is that this old man, who has been eating with him the whole time, looks like he has a bottomless pit for a stomach and is still all good!

“Sorry, I need to step out for a moment!”

The imperial prince couldn’t care less about finding his fiancée; he had to rush to the restroom to deal with a real crisis.

Smiling at the other person escaping the banquet hall, he also noticed a young boy and girl walking from a distance. The old man stroked his beard and cheerfully grabbed a piece of cake, quietly blending into the crowd.

The desserts at the dessert station were all cut into small plates, both exquisite and easy to take.

Roy held a piece of blueberry cake as he retreated to a corner with Xue Nuo.

Drenched in blueberry sauce, topped with fresh blueberries and blueberry cream cheese cake, it looked mouth-watering. Roy took a small spoonful and was not disappointed.

Sour and sweet without being cloying, leaving a fragrant taste, it’s no wonder this specialty dessert from the empire is so popular.

However, he wasn’t the one truly fond of it.

Roy brought the plate to Xue Nuo and pretended to offer, “It’s quite good; you should try it too, Teacher Xue Nuo.”

“…I guess there’s no help for it. Just a tiny taste.” Xue Nuo sighed theatrically.

When she received the plate, her eyes were filled with seriousness, as if she was accepting a rare treasure.

Then, she scooped a small piece with another small spoon Roy had prepared in advance and brought it to her sparkling lips.

The blueberry flesh, sauce, and cream mingled and softened between her lips, releasing a faint sweetness and tinting her delicate lips a hint of purplish-blue.

Unlike those little girls who hoisted cake and chattered away.

Xue Nuo’s gaze softened instantly, her long eyes narrowed like an elegant lady savoring a legendary red wine, yet subtly revealing a hint of happiness.

Not that the former isn’t cute, it’s just that this cold and serene demeanor is like a beautiful snow landscape—simply enchanting and hard to resist.

“What’s wrong?” Xue Nuo asked, sensing something odd.

Roy pulled back his gaze and casually covered, “Nothing, just thinking that Teacher Xue Nuo really enjoys sweets, huh.”

“Correct. This is no ordinary sweet; it’s made from the Frostberry from the northern region, the most authentic imperial dessert. The sugar in the sauce is just right—not too much to overshadow the berry’s flavor, and the cream ratio is perfect, and the choice of cheese is also meticulous…” Suddenly, Xue Nuo straightened her face and switched into teaching mode, rambling on, leaving Roy dumbfounded.

Wow, she was just being reserved in front of others, and now she’s all about it behind closed doors?

Her love for blueberry cake is incredibly deep!

Is there really a need to focus on so many details just for a dessert?

Seeing the boy’s dry smile, Xue Nuo frowned slightly, “Such a pity, Roy, it seems you haven’t fully grasped its charm—truly unfortunate.”

“Those who can’t appreciate blueberry cake lack taste and can only live a somewhat mediocre life… Looks like I have to give you a lesson.”

Such a serious declaration got Roy laughing: “Haha, are you going to make me learn about blueberry cake biology in a couple of days?”

“No need. The charm of blueberry cake only requires firsthand experience.”

“One spoon must be filled with jam, berry, cream, and cake, allowing you to taste it all.”

Just as Roy was listening, Xue Nuo unexpectedly scooped some up and offered it to him.

The girl said seriously, “Again. Your method was completely wrong earlier; now, try this.”

“Huh? This…”

It’s hard for Roy not to sway.

Wait, consider the occasion!

This is fine privately, but only a couple in love would do this in public, right?!

Roy could already hear muffled laughter around them.

With his cheeks burning, the boy desperately tried to send her signals, but at that moment, all Xue Nuo saw was a frenzy for blueberry cake—misunderstanding it.

Xue Nuo’s expression turned cold: “You seem very resistant?”

“No, I just…”

Without giving him a chance to explain, Xue Nuo swiftly shoving a spoonful into Roy’s mouth with lightning speed.

“No choice; sometimes a mentor has to be a bit strict.”

“Mmm… huh?”

To say the least, as Xue Nuo stated, the perfect balance resulted in an exquisite layering of flavors. What he could only describe as good before was now distinctly delicious.

Seeing the boy’s expression soften too, Xue Nuo couldn’t help but narrow her eyes and smile, like snowflakes melting, creating a beautiful sparkle.

Never noticed before; her apprentice is quite cute.

The girl lowered her voice, her eyes softening with warmth, like one feeding a small animal: “More?”

Staring at the girl’s smile, which she didn’t even notice, Roy stood there for a while before answering, “… Yes.”

Oh well, whether it’s one bite or two, let them laugh. If I stop now, that’d just be a loss, right?

Hope this doesn’t get back to Charlotte and the others…

Time passed.

As the clock approached its limit, the New Year’s party reached its peak.

In the center of the banquet hall, southern dramas played out now and then, and elven songs danced, with the atmosphere growing increasingly festive.

When the second half began, the performances took a break, replaced by a softly played, wonderful waltz. Young men and women snuggled up to one another, dancing gracefully, exuding romance.

That’s when Roy noticed that, aside from a few couples, almost none of the teachers were dancing.

Everyone else was holding their lovers, wives, or at the very least, younger sisters or classmates.

Having brought his mentor out directly seems quite out of place!

“Teacher Xue Nuo, would you like to dance for a bit?”

As Roy spoke, the silver-haired beauty suddenly swayed and fell into his arms.

White shoulders and the subtle scent of blue roses were utterly distracting.

But Roy quickly noticed that something was off with her expression.

“Teacher Xue Nuo?”

“I’m fine, just… tripped a bit.”

Although the girl quickly steadied herself, her expression remained impassive, appearing almost unaffected.

Yet her extraordinary aura had a hint of disruption, and her slightly pursed lips undeniably emitted a chill.

Especially her gaze, which clearly dodged his scrutiny.

“Teacher Xue Nuo, you wouldn’t…?”

“I reiterate, I told you I’m fine.”