Having found a demon, I've decided to raise her.

Ah Fu tilted his head and asked—

"Mr. Chen Ming has been a mentor to many people?"

"It was just a joke between friends, and it was just a little bit of understanding about calculating the amount of mixed gas."

"what?"

Afu certainly didn't quite understand it. It was a classic high school chemistry problem, and quite difficult. When they first learned it, everyone was complaining. Chen Ming, however, found it easy to understand and helped others explain the problem.

And then I became a master, which was quite inexplicable.

After listening to his explanation, Afu nodded and said—

"Mr. Chen Ming is a really good person; he always helps others."

"..."

Giving someone the "friend card" at the drop of a hat? Chen Ming knew, of course, that "A-Fu" meant exactly what it said, so he just smiled and said—

"I'll help if I can, I'm pretty free anyway. You don't need to mind too much."

"Ah."

Ah Fu, however, was very bothered by it.

I really caused him trouble. I unknowingly confided in him and was comforted by him. In the process of learning to cook, I slowly regained some confidence.

Chen Ming looked at the pot and then at the time on his phone.

Almost an hour has passed since Afu started making dumplings, and the dumplings have been in the pot for ten minutes, so they're already a bit overcooked.

But it's okay.

He lifted the lid of the pot, picked up a bowl with chopsticks, and then poured the sauce over it with a spoon.

He handed it to Afu and said—

"Come on, have a taste."

Afu took the dumplings; the aroma was enticing. She stared blankly at the dumplings she had made herself.

He said, somewhat strangely—

"What's wrong? Eat up, try it and see how well you made it."

"Um……"

Afu hesitated for a moment, then picked one up with her chopsticks, blew on it gently, and took a small bite with her pearly teeth.

silence.

He saw Afu standing there motionless, patted her head, and asked—

"What's wrong? Are you not satisfied?"

"No……"

Ah Fu lowered her head, not wanting anyone to see her expression, and said softly—

"Very tasty."

"...Don't scare me."

Chen Ming breathed a sigh of relief.

Afu chuckled, looked up at him, her eyes slightly moist, and said with a smile—

"Thank you."

"what?"

"When I lost to that guy, I felt like I couldn't do anything, like I was finished, but it turns out that's not the case. There's still a lot I can do..."

She looked at her bowl, her eyes softening, and said—

"Mr. Chen Ming, I've decided to hold on a little longer."

"To fight that genius again?"

"Yes, I'm not afraid anymore. Even if I lose, I have other options."

Ah Fu looked at him, mustered her courage, and said—

"Um... Mr. Chen Ming, if I really can't move forward, can I apply for a job here?"

Chen Ming shook his head and said—

"No."

"what……"

Afu felt a pang of disappointment.

Chen Ming smiled and patted her head, saying—

"Don't say things like 'I can't move forward.' You need to study hard, and if you have time, you're welcome to come and work here."

Afu felt his hand, and a strange feeling slowly took root in her heart. She smiled slightly and said—

"Well, I see."

Mr. Chen Ming...

She is truly a very gentle person.

Chapter 66 Embracing Each Other

The weather gradually improved, turning from torrential rain into a clear blue sky, illuminated by the moon.

Afu stepped outside the shop, looked up at the sky, turned back, bowed to Chen Ming, and said—

"Then I'll take my leave now. I'll come again when I have time."

"Have a safe trip. Come visit me when you have time and give me some help."

Chen Ming said with a smile.

Ah Fu also smiled and said—

"I may have less free time, but Mr. Chen Ming told me not to give up, so I will strive to move forward."

"That would be good."

Chen Ming saw A Fu off.

She turned back to wave goodbye to him from afar, then slowly disappeared at the end of the road.

He thought about it, and realized that a smart, diligent, and earnest girl like Afu, if she really gave up the path of a sword immortal to become his assistant...

That would be great.

Who wouldn't want a beautiful, hardworking, and conscientious employee? However, giving up on one's ideals too easily isn't good either. Although it's good for Chen Ming himself, he should also think about others.

He didn't want to be too selfish.

It rained heavily, and it's quite late now. I guess everyone at home has already finished eating.

He checked his phone; it was almost 9:30. He'd go back, eat something, take a shower, brush the dog's fur, and then go to sleep. Tomorrow would be another hopeful day.

Some were so eager to get back to their families that they quickly turned off the power in the store, leaving only the refrigerator powered on.

Then close the door and lock it.

He rode his little motorcycle home.

Although I was very anxious, I was extremely careful when crossing the intersection. After all, having just returned from the brink of death, anyone would be more cautious.

For my parents.

He can't die for Lucifer and his sister, and for the good-for-nothing, the dog, and the little girl at home!

...That's weird, why does it sound so awful?

Chen Ming shook his head.

……

……

High above, far away in the sky.

In the clear night sky, a slender figure stood gracefully in mid-air, her toes lightly touching a flying sword.

Her gray hair fluttered in the wind, reflecting a luster under the moonlight.

His grey eyes were fixed on the figure riding a motorcycle home below.

"Mr. Chen Ming..."

Afu sighed softly.

Actually, she came to observe because she realized that Chen Ming was hiding Dong Yi, and as a result, a lot of things happened.

She watched Chen Ming's route home.

His expression became somewhat conflicted.

Should she go and bring Dongyi back? She did consider doing so, but it wasn't really necessary; it was just a small thing she could do on the side.

She had heard of Dong Yi's reputation; he was a notorious delinquent student who always managed to escape punishment.

They truly live a carefree life.

Enviable...

She lowered her eyelids slightly, and the moonlight gave her eyelashes a shimmering glow.

The girl's feelings were complicated.

……

……

Click.

The landlady looked towards the front door, and when the door opened, she saw Chen Ming.