I'm on the Ark, and I start out as Gretchen.

If Wen Yue could still laugh before, her expression instantly turned ugly after Gretsch said those words, and the emotions she had forcibly suppressed surged up again.

The little guy's seemingly "differential" remarks, combined with the preface, might just be seen as a lighthearted joke between close friends by others.

However, Wen Yue, who knew the past, was very clear that it wasn't like that... This was a genuine difference in attitude, and that child might be resenting Wei Yanwu.

No, it's not possible.

Yes, it's perfectly normal for a child to feel disgust, aversion, or even resentment after experiencing something like that...

Thinking it over, Wen Yue suddenly lost the mood and patience to continue testing the waters. To be honest, if she didn't have good self-control, she probably would have already opened the letter right there and now.

Then, Wen Yue lowered her eyes and quickly composed herself. When she looked at Gretchen again, her expression had returned to its previous gentleness, and she said:

"...Let's not talk about that. Gretchen, what are your plans for your trip to Lungmen? If you need a guide, I can help you."

"There are no specific arrangements, and a tour guide is not needed... However, there are a few things that must be done."

Faced with Wen Yue's question, Gretchen blinked her beautiful eyes and answered truthfully without hiding anything: "I promised to draw pictures for Hui Jie and the others, and I also wanted to buy some gifts for everyone over there."

"Oh, right, I also made plans with Hoshiguma-neechan to go out and have fun together during my vacation."

"Oh, that's a bit of a shame. If you need anything later, you can contact Auntie. You can also come to my house to play if you have time." As she spoke, Wen Yue smiled gently at Gretchen.

"..."

Upon hearing Wen Yue's words, Bai Xue, who had been watching from the side, couldn't bear to look directly at her and quietly shifted her gaze, becoming wary of her surroundings.

Honestly, isn't her master trying to abduct her? Yes, right!

"Okay, I understand... When we buy a gift for Tarua, does the fluffy thing want to come along? I can help carry things over." Upon hearing this, Gretchen first nodded her little head gently, and then asked seriously.

The little girl had already said all that, and she wanted to see how Talulah's aunt, or rather, the couple in front of her, would react...

Having come all this way, Gretchen would feel like she'd lost out if she didn't try to get something for her Talulah. As for whether Talulah would accept what she got, that was a matter for later; she could always return the package.

Now, what the little girl cares about is the couple's attitude towards this matter. It's like, "My sister can do without it, but you absolutely cannot refuse to give it to her. This is a matter of attitude."

"A gift... of course, no, I should say please be sure to contact me when the time comes." Wen Yue was slightly taken aback by Gretchen's words, then her tone changed as she spoke seriously, as if she had thought of something.

“???) Hmm… then what’s your contact information?” With that, Greta took out her newly bought phone from her small bag and handed it over.

Wen Yue looked at the phone handed to her, said nothing, and simply took it, opened it, and saved her frequently used private contact information.

"Okay, this is my usual way of contacting you. Unless there are special circumstances, you can usually reach me through this."

"???)Um……"

……

Just as Gretchen and Fumizuki were having a harmonious conversation, at one of the intersections on this street—

"Something terrible has happened, Miss Phyllis!"

Anso, who had run all the way from Gretchen, saw Pado carrying her drinks after finishing her queue and couldn't help but call out to her.

"Oh dear, the sky isn't falling down, An Suo, don't worry, take a break." Seeing An Suo rushing up to her breathlessly, Pa Duo gently patted her back with her free hand to comfort her.

After all, she knew what was happening over there. Knowing that, it would be really unfair to keep her friend so worried.

"I...you...Gresh over there..."

"Shh~"

Pado smiled and stopped An Suo, who was panting and anxiously trying to say something, saying, "No need to explain, we know what happened over there. Here, have something to drink and rest!"

"Huh? Oh...?"

Suddenly interrupted and given a drink, An Suo was taken aback at first. After realizing what was happening, she looked at Pa Duo with a puzzled expression, waiting for her explanation.

"Wow, what's with that look on your face, An Suo? Even though we're not that strong, we shouldn't be so close as to not notice Wen Yue's obvious presence, right?" Facing her underling's questioning gaze, Pado gently swayed her tail and explained helplessly.

After hearing Pado's explanation, An Suo's lips twitched involuntarily, and then she said "annoyedly" that "it's normal for most people not to notice, right... Although I noticed it before, I still want to say it again now!"

"Miss Phyllis's definition of 'average strength' and 'weak' is absolutely outrageous!?"

"Really? I'm not that strong..." Faced with An Suo's teasing, Pado touched her nose somewhat awkwardly.

When defining her own strength, the cat not only compares herself to other "selves," but also considers the actual situation.

For example, it would be fine to send her to assassinate a few people now, but a large-scale operation like massacring an entire city would take some time, since she doesn't have any large-scale destructive attacks...

"Yeah, not strong at all." Hearing this, An Suo gritted his teeth and emphasized a few key words in his words.

She didn't believe a single word her "cheap boss" said about her abilities!

"Oh, don't say that! If you want to become stronger, I can ask some people I know to teach you later!" she said.

Pado touched her chin, as if she had remembered something, and muttered something under her breath.

"However, maybe there will be an easier way in the future..."

"What?" An Suo asked instinctively, not having heard Pado's last words clearly.

"It's alright, it's about time, let's go find Gretsch!"

"it is good."

Chapter 92 Feigning Ignorance and Testing

Just as Wen Yue and Gretchen were chatting idly, Bai Xue, who was not far away, seemed to have noticed something and whispered a reminder, "My lord, we have spotted Padofelis and the others. They are approaching this way."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Wen Yue nodded slightly to indicate that she understood. Then, she continued to look at Gretchen with a smile and said, "Oh dear, it looks like the person who's here to pick you up has arrived."

“Hmm… Has Sister Pado arrived?” Upon hearing this, Gretchen subconsciously looked around, but due to her height, she did not see the two familiar figures in the crowd.

"If it's not a case of sharing the same name, then I think it is."

"Speaking of which, little Gretchen, when and how did you meet Miss Padofelis?" Wen Yue smiled slightly after hearing Gretchen's words, and then asked softly in a gentle tone with a smile.

"Well, it's because of the canned food... and then we bumped into each other by chance this afternoon, and that's how we met." As she spoke, Greta gestured with her hand to show the plump shape of the canned food.

"I see. But since Miss Padofelis is someone I just met, that means you went out alone this afternoon. Won't you encounter any danger?"

“A child as adorable as little Gretchen, even I would like to take her home and raise her.” As she spoke, a look of worry appeared on Wen Yue’s face, making her look like a gentle elder concerned for the child’s safety.

“No need to worry… I have companions protecting me. If I encounter bad guys, the knight will come out and drive them away…” Looking at the person in front of her who showed worry, a strange look flashed in Gretchen’s beautiful violet eyes before she slowly explained.

The little girl could tell that Wen Yue's concern and worry for her were genuine, as was the probing in her words. However, she could understand; after all, in these people's eyes, her identity was still likely questionable.

"A partner? Sir Knight..." Upon hearing this, Wen Yue was taken aback at first, then a dark glint flashed in her eyes. Were there others lurking in the shadows whom they hadn't yet investigated? Who? Could they pose a threat to Lungmen?

Just as Wen Yue was lost in thought, Pado quietly arrived in front of her with An Suo.

"Long time no see, Lady Fumizuki! What brings you here today, chatting with your sister Gretchen?"

"Heh~ I just took a break from my busy schedule and happened to run into such a lovely child as Gretchen, so I came up to chat for a bit." Looking at Pado, who greeted her so casually, Wen Yue chuckled softly and explained in a calm and unhurried tone.

"But compared to me, Miss Padofelis should be the busiest person today. After issuing such a notice, shouldn't you have started preparing in advance?"

"Hey! You found out about this so quickly!?" Upon hearing Wen Yue's words, Pa Duo immediately became alert and asked in surprise.

The surprise that Cat was showing at this moment wasn't entirely feigned. It was because she realized that Wen Yue seemed interested in her plan to steal...something from Swire's house...

Wait a minute! Weren't you guys planning to do something big for me?! Why does this look like you're going to do it to me tonight?!

"Heh~ It seems Miss Padofelis was prepared for what I knew all along." Wen Yue paused slightly, then changed the subject, "But aren't you afraid I'll get angry by being so blatant this time?"

"Um... of course I'm scared, after all, I definitely don't want to be wanted or anything like that." Hearing this, Pado was a little embarrassed at first, touching her nose, then seemed to perk up as if she had thought of something and said:

"But we still really want that cargo!"

"But don't worry, we'll pay. And after this, we won't... we won't be doing anything big for a while, I promise!"

"Hmm? You really want it? Then why not go find Swire? Is it because of your reputation, like before?" Wen Yue wasn't angry at Pado's words. Instead, a hint of curiosity flashed in her eyes as she asked.

Normally, when others wanted to know something, Wen Yue would have to probe and try to get information from them indirectly. But she didn't use that tactic with Pa Duo.

Because she realized it was completely unnecessary; she already knew that the cat in front of her, with its less-than-clean paws, was uniquely pure and had a carefree personality.

She might not understand if you beat around the bush, so it's better to ask directly. She'll usually just tell you what she can tell you.

“This time it’s not… after all, we’ve already established a connection with you guys. As for why we didn’t go to Swire, let’s not even talk about whether we could actually buy it, even if we could, it wouldn’t be the same!” With that, Paddy stretched and added, “…”

"One was bought by me, and the other was sourced by me through my own abilities! They are different!"

As for why Pado is so fixated on the piano in the Grand Plaza, besides the fact that it would be smashed in the original storyline, now...

Besides feeling a bit regretful that nothing happened because of "myself," I wanted to try and salvage the situation.

Furthermore, the cat plans to give this piano as a gift to Eden, who is currently in Lungmen but has already expressed a desire to leave. After all, one can't keep accepting jewels without reciprocating...

“…Heh~” After hearing Pado’s words, Wen Yue was stunned for a moment, then chuckled and said, “I see, it’s because of your own persistence.”

"However, Miss Padofelis, are you prepared to pay the price for this perseverance?" Upon hearing this, Wen Yue was still smiling, but her aura underwent a dramatic change in an instant.

Like a sword suddenly drawn from its sheath, its sharpness is aimed directly at the person in front of it.

"Waaaaah! Lady Wen Yue, please don't do that suddenly! You might scare someone!"

Sensing Wen Yue's sudden change in aura, Pado exaggeratedly screamed, while protecting An Suo and Gretchen, who had been watching the show in a daze since the beginning, behind her.

"..."

Looking at Pado, who was reacting so strongly but showed no real fear, Wen Yue's eyes flashed with a hint of contemplation and helplessness before she withdrew her imposing aura.

"I apologize for my abruptness; I didn't control my aura just now." After withdrawing her imposing aura, Wen Yue spoke calmly. As she spoke, she also gestured towards Bai Xue, who was not far away.

After she approached, he took a small box from her hand and handed it to Pado:

"Consider these things as compensation for my earlier offense. I'm sure you'll like them, Miss Padofelis."

"Ok?"

"!"

Chapter 93 "Multi-person" Operation

"!"

"Wow, we love this gift so much! Thank you, Mrs. Wen Yue!"

Pado took the small box from Wenyue and opened it a crack. After seeing what was inside, her eyes lit up and she became excited.

"Heh~ I'm glad you like it, Miss Padofelis."

Seeing the delighted look on their faces, Wen Yue's eyes flashed with a hint of helplessness. She said, "Looking at the time, it's getting late. This little break should come to an end. Bai Xue and I will take our leave now. Have a wonderful time with this child!"