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

He looked up and saw the landlady.

Wearing pajamas and slippers, her small toes were sparkling clean, and her long black hair was draped over her shoulders, indicating that she had just taken a shower.

She had spread out several homework assignments on the table, and seemed to be studying diligently. He smiled as soon as he saw the landlady, walked over, and said—

"What's the landlady doing here? Did she not see me this afternoon and is she waiting for me to come back? How cute."

"Get lost, don't bother me while I'm doing my homework."

The landlady immediately gave him a sour look and glared at him with disgust.

But he knew it was just her being tsundere, so he smiled, patted her head, and said—

Have you eaten anything?

"Ate."

"Want some late-night snack? I can make you some dumplings. Or how about some snail rice noodles? I can only use the kind from the supermarket, but I've modified it and it tastes really good."

As he recited the menu, the landlady couldn't help but swallow a few times, but then she reached out and pinched her stomach...

I've gained weight again...

She looked like she was about to cry. Ever since Chen Ming came here, she seemed to gain weight every few days; the food was just too good.

She said to him, somewhat embarrassed and indignant—

"I'm not eating! It's all your fault! Humph."

"???"

Chen Ming had a bunch of question marks above his head.

What's wrong with this little girl? I was just trying to be kind by watching her study and giving her some extra nutrition, so why is she getting angry?

Scratched his head.

Chen Ming touched her again, actually wanting to hug her, but decided not to disturb her studies now.

Lucifer came out from inside, looked at him, and said—

"came back?"

"Yes, I'm back."

Looking at her face, Chen Ming felt a sense of relief. Her ordinary words always made him feel like he could unload a heavy burden and relax.

Lucifer walked toward the kitchen and said—

"Have you eaten? I'll heat up some food for you."

"it is good."

As Chen Ming spoke, he followed her into the kitchen.

Watching her put on her apron, heat up the pan, put the vegetables in to heat them up, and then reheat the rice cooker.

Gradually, he started eating the meals she cooked.

He said he wanted to pay Lucifer a higher price, but in reality, he himself was also taken care of by her. In the end, would he ever be able to repay what he owed Lucifer?

That would be good.

It's perfectly fine if it can't be paid off.

That means they'll never sever this connection, and she'll always be by his side.

Be his cook?

He smiled, as if his scheme had succeeded.

Lucifer glanced at him sideways with his red eyes, his long eyelashes partially obscuring the beauty mark beneath his eye. Seeing his cunning expression, he smiled back.

It seems I can understand his thoughts a little better now.

Anyway, he feels like he's getting a great deal by supporting her.

She looked back at the pot and said—

What happened today?

"It's nothing, there are just too many customers... It seems the scarcity marketing theory really makes sense. The fewer times we open the store, the more enthusiastic the customers become, although I didn't do it on purpose..."

He scratched his head, mainly because he couldn't manage everything by himself, and the only thing he could do was close the shop that day.

Lucifer said—

"I see. That must be really hard work."

"Making a living is hard for everyone."

"Then eat more later. Did you eat well today? You didn't just have breakfast once, did you?"

“...Lucifer.”

"how……"

Lucifer only got halfway through his sentence.

His hand gently encircled her slender waist, his body pressed against her back, and he held her in his arms.

sizzle...

The food in the pot was making a sound.

But there was no sound between the two.

Lucifer felt a strange throbbing in his heart as he embraced him. He felt a mix of unease and discomfort, but not exactly pain.

They remained silent for a long time.

Lucifer lowered his eyes, looked at his arm, placed his own hand on top of it, and said—

"The pot... is going to burn..."

"Just a little bit more, okay..."

He held her gently, seemingly reluctant to part with her.

Her usually calm face flushed slightly, and she nodded gently.

Chapter 67 Being Kept by a Rich Lolita

Sniff...

The landlady paused her homework for a moment, her dark eyes glancing at the dining table beside her. She watched Chen Ming sitting at the table eating, with Lucifer sitting next to him.

She asked—

"What happened? Did it flip over? Is it burnt?"

This is truly a strange thing. This is the first time I've ever smelled such a strong burnt smell while eating at Chen Ming's place. Even Lucifer shouldn't make a mistake like this.

And it's just a matter of slightly heating up the food.

Upon hearing the landlady's question, Chen Ming paused slightly while eating, then exchanged a glance with Lucifer and couldn't help but smile.

"..."

The landlady squinted.

what happened?

Why does it seem like Lucifer suddenly accelerated? Is he leaving everyone else in the dust? He was already far ahead of everyone else, and now he seems to be getting even closer.

I want to grow up quickly...

The landlady was a little annoyed.

At least until high school, that should be fine, right?

No, no, no, there are still problems.

But as long as he wasn't discovered... it wasn't illegal anyway. The landlady's little brain was quite dangerous; she came up with some ways to socially kill Chen Ming.

He felt a chill run down his spine, and seeing the landlady's conflicted expression, he smiled and said—

"It's okay, it's still edible even if it's a little burnt."

"...Smaller?"

"Huh? What did you say?"

"nothing!"

The landlady covered her mouth and hurriedly lowered her head to do her homework. She had accidentally blurted out her innermost thoughts—dangerous! Dangerous!

Lucifer looked at her and shook his head helplessly.

People are as big as little devils.

Both the loli and the demon were showing off, while Chen Ming remained completely bewildered.

He scratched his head and continued eating.

Something felt off. He looked around and asked—

"Where is Cerberus?"

"She's asleep."

"No wonder I didn't see her run out."

When Chen Ming usually comes back, he gets pounced on by Cerberus, which pounces on him like a vicious dog, crashes into his stomach, and then licks him all over.

Although it's a bit annoying.

But simps are really cute.

Is this Cerberus's scheme? Licking him will get you food, hugs, and even a grooming brush – the ultimate licking dog treatment.

Well, her simple mind can't think that far ahead; she just likes being close to people.

Lucifer said—

"You can help her take a bath later. She doesn't listen to anyone else and refuses to bathe herself."