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Chapter 110 Questioning

Everyone has a unique way of getting along with tamed animals - "tamed animals" here does not mean taming animals in the traditional sense, but refers to the general term for animals, whether they are relatives or non-relatives, who accompany and provide assistance - so Provence understands the relationship between Ling Dengxian and Chi Yu, although it is the first time she has seen such a peculiar black wolf and such a confusing relationship between the primary and the secondary.

Ling Dengxian, who was beaten by the adult Chi Yu three minutes ago and was unable to fight back, now turned the tables and became the master. Chi Yu would satisfy him whatever he wanted.

"Bring me some ginger from the fridge."

"Bring the guests something to drink."

"Yudan, be careful not to break it. By the way, turn off the fire over there. The water is boiling."

Chi Yu was still willing to "obedient" while cooking. Provence sat at the table and watched quietly. She wanted to help just now, but was persuaded by Ling Dengxian. Now she couldn't help but wonder when was the last time she waited for food at the table like a child...

"It seems like I should find some time to go home..." Provence thought of his encounter with Ling Dengxian again. It was incredible that so many things could happen in just a few days.

If I were there in the middle of the night, I'd probably have something to say.

"Hmm... it's like this again..." The feeling of disgust that she had anticipated came over her mind again, and Provence frowned, feeling irritated.

Fortunately, as Chi Yu jumped onto the chair, Ling Dengxian’s last dish was served on the table, and she stopped thinking.

Provence wanted to say something, but her previous irritability made her confused and she didn't know how to start.

"Provence, you said before that you were a messenger of natural disasters... Have you ever been to Rhodes Island?" Ling Dengxian wanted to give it a try and inquire about the news about Bagpipe.

"Rhode Island, that's the pharmaceutical company I work for." Provence's disgust faded away after hearing that and he blinked.

"That's great. Have you heard of 'Bagpipe' or Operator Fiona?" Ling Dengxian was a little surprised and immediately regretted why he didn't ask earlier.

"Bagpipe... I don't remember. Is he your friend?" Provence added, "I left the island for a long-term observation mission more than half a year ago. I was on my way back when I met you. If he is a new operator, I really don't know."

"Well, she and Triangle haven't arrived yet?" Ling Dengxian said with a bit of regret, "Then can you help find her when you go back? Please tell me a message, please."

"...It's okay, it's okay. It's normal to pass on a message. You don't have to be so formal... Just tell me, I'll write it down." Provence rummaged through the bag he was carrying and took out some banknotes.

"You don't need to... Never mind, just say 'I'm in Longmen, I have a job, don't worry.'"

"What's your name? Real name or code name?" Provence hasn't forgotten that he has a code name.

"I didn't have a code name when I met her." Ling Dengxian smiled. He still remembered that time. Calmness and hard work were the themes of his life before those things happened.

It’s a pity that Di Zi seems to be equally enthusiastic towards everyone...I’m not the unique one.

Anyway, if you want to expect someone who has never been in a relationship to feel the subtle differences, forget it.

"Okay, I'm leaving this afternoon. After all, it's not very convenient for Mr. Grape to stay in a mobile city like Longmen. It will be much better if you return to Rhodes Island." Provence nodded and told him about his next itinerary.

"Tell me your terminal number so that we can contact you when the time comes."

"…What would you think if I said I didn't have a communication terminal?"

Provence was stunned: "Huh?"

"It's like this. I don't have much money, so I can't buy a terminal for the time being. The company seems to want to provide me with one, but it hasn't been sent to me yet." Ling Dengxian felt a little embarrassed.

"Okay, then we'll have to meet again, unless you come to Rhode Island someday in the future. I'll bring your words to you, provided that the bagpipes are on the island." Provence had also finished his meal and was amazed at Ling Dengxian's cooking skills. "I didn't realize you're quite capable."

"Don't be so rigid." Ling Dengxian smiled, "Maybe one day I will come to Rhode Island."

He was not lying. If he chose that path, it would only be a matter of time before he met Rhodes Island or even joined it.

Ah, it doesn't mean that he is going to change jobs. He can be a cooperative operator between Penguin Logistics and Rhodes Island.

"Well, I don't know what happened to me today. I feel a little weird. Maybe I caught a cold. I'll go back first." Provence stood up and said goodbye politely. "Although I was a little frightened today, I'm still very happy, especially to have such a table of food... Thank you."

"Nothing...Do you need me to take you there?"

"No, it's quite troublesome for you to clean up the mess." Provence waved his hand, and the two said goodbye at the entrance.

Ling Dengxian could sense something was wrong, but he didn't insist on seeing him off. When the elevator carrying Provence descended, before Ling Dengxian could ask any questions, Xiaoxie took the initiative to speak:

"Host, I know what you want to ask. The answer is 'yes'. It is indeed because of you."

"Can you explain it in detail?" Ling Dengxian closed the door, his eyes becoming more indifferent.

"Don't forget, Master. You paid a price for an irreversible loss." Xiaoxie's voice was still as sweet as a silver bell, but when Ling Dengxian sat back in the chair, the chair groaned in pain.

"..." Ling Dengxian remembered, "Curse?"

"Yes, it seems that there is nothing wrong with the master's memory."

"What's the content? Can you explain what the curse is?"

"No way——" The sudden silence made Ling Dengxian a little dazed. He was still waiting for the next words.

"Little crumbs?"

"Host, knowing the content requires other costs. You just need to remember not to collapse. Of course, I also believe that this is not a challenge for you."

Ling Dengxian didn't ask any more questions. He sighed, stood up to clean up the mess on the table, and came to a conclusion in his mind.

These troubles do exist, but just as the dishes need to be washed, life must go on.

"I've been having nightmares lately... but it's okay."

"Wait! Little crumbs!"

"Yes! Host, what's wrong?"

"Did I... not write in my diary last night?"

"……Seems to be."

"Also, you mentioned before that someone 'very important' to me will come back. Who is that?"

"...I can only tell the master that the man has indeed returned."

"Will I meet that person?" Ling Dengxian's movements froze. He really couldn't remember who it was.

"Yes." Xiaoxie was not as talkative as before.

"Is it really important?" Ling Dengxian asked.

"Yes, it is very important. They are not your parents either. They are still in your original world."

Ling Dengxian stopped asking questions and finished washing the dishes. He straightened his aching waist, turned his head and saw the busy traffic outside the window.

"These things seem quite far away." Ling Dengxian suddenly found that he was also involved in some abnormal emotions.

What he needs to pay more attention to right now is...

Tomorrow's official start of work!