In this cyberpunk era, why are you still playing the traditional villain?

Gu Yi raised her hand and asked in a serious tone.

"Well..."

Xu Shi answered for her, "Shouldn't it count if the two of you are together?"

……

The reality is that both of them have been holding back a lot during this period of abstinence, and now they are about to go on a long trip, so it's impossible for them to just pack up and leave.

While xx is not the entirety of a relationship, it is certainly the best bond that connects them.

However, being with other people was still a novel experience for Su Lin, and she was quite shy when she first heard Xu Shi's request.

On the contrary, Miss Black Rabbit was more uninhibited—it turns out that once you've done something, you can let go of it a lot and are more willing to drag those who haven't done it into it.

But what surprised her even more was the position between Xu the bastard and Sister Su... Shouldn't they be an old married couple? How come they seem to have fewer moves than she does with him? Could this be the legendary return to simplicity?

She knelt naked to the side, admiring the scene, while tilting her head in thought.

Before she could even figure out the problem, she was pulled back into the fray. Interestingly, it wasn't Xu Shi who pulled her, but Su Lin, who seemed a little dizzy...

"hurry up……"

Director Su displayed a side of himself unlike his usual self, muttering incoherently.

"Who are you telling to hurry up?!"

The little black rabbit was both amused and exasperated, suddenly realizing that Sister Su seemed quite adorable as well.

She had initially thought that living under the same roof as Su Lin would be quite boring... She hadn't found playing games very interesting before, let alone anything else.

But now it seems that might not be the case?

As for the rest... well, sometimes it's not so bad to be a little silly, is it?

(End of this chapter)

Did Chapter 205 trigger some keyword?

It is said that Xu Shi was "given" to Su Lin and Gu Yi during this period, but in reality, it was not just the two of them who wanted to say goodbye to him.

Anyway, not long after, a call came from Sin City, who stammered that he wanted to meet him.

"Master... are you going to set sail yourself?"

The person who contacted him was naturally Lin Yue. Inside the mansion in the sixth district, the assassin girl was dressed up and waited respectfully for Xu Shi's arrival.

"Huh? Did I already tell you?"

Xu Shi was taken aback. How come he remembered that he hadn't told her yet?

"It was Governor Tang who told me."

Lin Yue lowered her eyes. "Isn't this the topic of the city hall meeting tomorrow? ...I'm going too. It was mentioned in the materials she sent me beforehand."

"Oh, yes, yes."

Xu Shi slapped his forehead. How could he always forget that the other person was no longer a gang leader, but the Lord of Sin City... Maybe it was because the past training experiences were too interesting? It wasn't because he had been so preoccupied with the other person these past few days that he had lost his mind.

"Do you... really have to go?"

Lin Yue's face showed worry, "Actually, you don't have to go, do you?"

"Why do you say that?" Xu Shi asked curiously.

"Because it seems better to send someone ahead to scout the way?"

The assassin girl said earnestly, "Going to sea is dangerous, isn't it? I always feel that as a leader, what you're doing seems a bit reckless."

"When did it become your turn to lecture me?"

Xu Shi smiled and pulled her into his arms. "Of course, what you said makes sense... but I prefer the thrill of the unknown, and I don't want to miss out on things like that."

This is the truth. He considers himself a person who seeks victory through stability, but not the kind of stability that makes him as steady as an old dog. If he pursues this too much, he will miss out on a lot of fun in life.

Do you even understand the significance of an emperor personally leading an expedition? (Leans back tactically)

Furthermore, although what Lin Yue said was true, it concerned "natural law" and was a matter of great importance. He could not be allowed to be a hands-off manager, and it was necessary to do everything personally, otherwise he would still be uneasy.

"Yes, Lin Yue is too talkative."

Seeing that he said that, Lin Yue naturally didn't try to persuade him any further and nodded gently.

"Then, will you take me with you?"

She thought for a moment and then said, "Or let Lin Xing go with you... that way your safety will be more guaranteed."

"Well, I don't think we need to?"

Xu Shi waved his hand and said half-jokingly, "I've already decided on the people to go to sea... Tell me earlier next time."

"……Um."

The assassin girl was obedient, but the disappointment on her face was clearly visible.

In fact, she also realized that, to be honest, her combat strength was definitely not bad, and Lin Xing was the same.

However, if placed among the people around Xu Shi, she would appear relatively mediocre, so it's understandable that Xu Shi wouldn't consider her.

But despite saying it, she was definitely not happy... Being neglected by her master was one thing, but more importantly, she felt that she couldn't help Xu Shi at all, which made her even more upset.

Thinking this, she suddenly couldn't help but cry.

"Why are you crying?"

Xu Shi was taken aback by the reaction, which was completely unexpected.

"I... I just feel... that I'm useless..."

Lin Yue sobbed intermittently, "I'm of no use in this matter, I..."

"..."

Xu remained silent.

Is it because the "entropy of evil thoughts" is too effective? I have a feeling that the little assassin girl's corruption is deeper than I thought...

You can tell from how she addresses him as "master"—others who call him that do so with a hint of flirtation, but she uses that title out of pure submission, which is quite different in essence.

He really didn't expect her reaction to be so intense. Perhaps it was related to her past experiences? She had been abandoned by Shen He back in "Spark," and now she felt neglected. Being treated like this all the time, no matter how strong she seemed, she was actually always on the verge of collapse.

Oh, poor child.

"Okay, okay, don't cry, don't cry."

Xu Shi sighed and gently kissed her forehead. "Don't overthink it. When did I ever say you were useless?"

If she were truly useless, I wouldn't have put so much effort into her—not just training her, but also helping her rise to her current position step by step. Even now, if she encounters any problems, I still secretly help her solve them.

Lin Yue's changes were also gratifying to him. Her submission to him was one thing, but her ability to stand on her own was also true. He hadn't paid much attention to the affairs of Sin City during this period, but both Tang Shuang and Xia Wuyou, who was in charge of coordinating both sides, had high opinions of her.

So.

"You don't have to stay by my side to be useful, right?"

He patted the assassin's little sister's head. "Moreover, a signal relay station will be set up along the route soon, and we'll be able to re-establish contact in no time."

Lin Yue remained silent, but her tears gradually subsided.

"Before that, you will be fully responsible for the affairs of Sin City. Your task is to govern it well."

Xu Shi comforted her again, "If you really encounter a difficult situation, go and discuss it with Su Lin... Just think of this as a playful exercise, you can't refuse."

The biggest advantage of leaving Su Lin to look after things is that she has been through almost everything with him, so he can talk to anyone. Moreover, she is quite capable, which makes him even more trustworthy.

"Yes, Lin Yue understands."

Hearing him say that, the assassin girl calmed down. "I will definitely do my best to fulfill the task you entrusted to me."

As she spoke, a smile even appeared on her face.

Xu Shi laughed too. That's more like it. It's good that you've thought it through... But isn't this change a bit too fast? So obedient to advice?

Upon closer inspection, he noticed a hint of ambiguous meaning in Lin Yue's smile, and that's when he finally realized what was going on.

Did it trigger any keywords? For example, "placement"...

Thinking back, it's true. She was sad before the word came out, but then she immediately changed her expression like a Sichuan opera.

Okay.

Xu Shi was both amused and exasperated. Good heavens, so it turned out there was something wrong with how he was speaking? The same thing, described differently, suddenly became acceptable?

That's not as good as...

The bad man had a wicked idea. He reached under the table and pulled out a drawer, taking something out of it.

That was their private prop box.

"How about I give you another task?"

He waved the item in front of the assassin girl and gently instructed, "You must wear it until I return. Don't take it out."

……Why?

Lin Yue's mood improved because the keyword was triggered, which makes it easier to accept... She only came to her senses when she saw the object, and her Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily.

"These...three?"

She carefully checked and confirmed that there was only one during the last meeting with the city hall...

"What's wrong? Is there a problem?"

"No, no, Master only gave the order, so Lin Yue just did as she was told..."

The assassin girl shook her head, took the item, and lowered her head shyly. "From...from now on?"

"I was just joking with you, and you actually agreed."

Xu Shi chuckled and retrieved the items before she could make a move.

Even if Lin Yue agreed, he couldn't actually do it. Goodness, he doesn't know when he'll be back after leaving, maybe months or half a year? He'd go crazy if he wore it all the time... She's so obedient and adorably silly.

“...bullying people.”