Talulah, I'm still a child.

"It's okay, we just ate something that caused us internal heat."

Exusiai and Chen Huijie shook their heads almost as fast as Mei Xue wagging her tail. They looked at each other awkwardly and decided to keep what happened today to themselves. After all, it would be too embarrassing if others knew that they had seen the little fox and gotten a nosebleed. However, the little fox had already wrapped itself in a bath towel and used its tail to prevent the towel from falling off. It was holding a hair dryer and seemed a little lost. In the end, it had to teach Chen Huijie how to use it.

"Um... big sister, how do I use this?"

Seeing the little fox's somewhat embarrassed look, Chen Huijie guessed that Talulah usually helped him dry off after bathing. That silly older sister probably wouldn't let go of any opportunity to take advantage of him, and the conditions over there wouldn't be any electrical appliances.

"Come here, let me dry your hair."

Chen Huijie beckoned, and Mei Xue wagged her tail and walked over to her. Then, without any hesitation, she sat in Chen Huijie's lap and handed an apple to Exusiai.

This action was somewhat unexpected, but it seemed to be Mei Xue's habit. Chen Huijie began to wonder what he had done when he lived with Talulah. Could it be... no, no, even Talulah wouldn't be that heartless, would she? If that were the case, wouldn't Mei Xue really become her brother-in-law?

The little fox had no idea what his sister Chen was thinking. He just sat there obediently, not wagging his tail to avoid getting water everywhere. A few strands of wet hair clung to his face, and his eyes were still a little hazy. His ears twitched from time to time. As Chen Huijie used a hairdryer to help dry his tail, the comfort brought by the hot air made the little fox squint and smile. He looked extremely cute.

(If Mei Xue were to become an idol, she'd probably be very popular.)

Looking at the little fox's obedient and adorable appearance, Exusiai gently took a bite of the apple he gave her. Hmm, the familiar taste. It would definitely be great for making apple pie.

"Um... Inspector Chen, what do you think about what we discussed before?"

"I don't think so."

While helping the little fox dry its beautiful tail, watching the wet fur become fluffy and smooth in her hands, Chen Huijie unceremoniously rejected Exusiai's suggestion.

"Meixue is still so young. Don't you have any idea how dangerous your work at Penguin Logistics is? What if she gets injured?"

If it were any other company, such as Rhodes Island, which recently reached a cooperation agreement with Lungmen, Chen Huijie might have considered it. After all, Rhodes Island is just a pharmaceutical company and shouldn't cause any trouble. But what kind of company is Penguin Logistics? Apart from having legal procedures, it has no legal basis whatsoever! They can be linked to the dozen or so major and minor incidents that occur throughout Lungmen every week. How could she possibly entrust Mei Xue to this group of people?

"But Officer Chan, I made such a vicious oath, can't you believe me?"

“It’s not that I don’t trust you, but you have absolutely no credibility with me. I can’t possibly let my brother do those dangerous things.”

The little fox's tail felt incredibly soft, and Chen Huijie was reluctant to let go as she stroked it. However, Mei Xue overheard everything and turned to look at Chen Huijie with a pleading expression, his eyes seemingly brimming with tears, as if he would burst into tears on the spot if Chen Huijie didn't agree.

It can only be said that Mei Xue now seems to have realized that his physical appearance is a very useful weapon in some ways. However, acting cute and charming is still in his nature. If he could really control it at will, that would be somewhat terrifying.

"Mei Xue, even if you just look at me like that, it won't work."

"Waaah... Sister, but didn't you just say that?"

The little fox was really about to cry. The main reason was that the salary offered by Penguin Logistics was really tempting to him. The little fox, who desperately needed money, would have no choice but to set up a fruit stall if he couldn't find a job, but Chen Huijie would most likely not agree to that.

How would I know you work at Penguin Logistics?

Chen Huijie slightly averted her gaze. Mei Xue's expression was quite intimidating; looking at it for a while made her feel like she was committing a crime. If Chen Huijie had known it would turn out this way, she would never have agreed. At that time, she was simply bewitched.

"But sister, I'm sure I can protect myself."

"Meixue, it's not that I don't want you to go, but Penguin Logistics is constantly fighting with people while delivering goods. How will you protect yourself?"

"I'm fast, and I'm also a good fighter."

The little fox wagged its tail, wondering whether it should take out the Destruction Mushroom to prove something to Chen Huijie. However, considering that it might scare others, the little fox chose to behave itself.

"It still doesn't work."

Seeing that Chen Huijie still refused to agree, Mei Xue was at a loss. His tail drooped listlessly on the floor, his ears drooped, and he exuded a weak, pitiful, and helpless aura. The light in his eyes dimmed considerably. From Exusiai's perspective, the little fox seemed to be about to cry. She quickly gestured to Chen Huijie.

Now it was Chen Huijie's turn to panic. She rubbed her temples, not expecting Mei Xue to be so insistent on this matter. But no matter what, she had to keep her promise to protect Mei Xue. It was all Talulah's fault. If she had just given Mei Xue some living expenses, Mei Xue wouldn't have thought of being self-reliant. She couldn't just watch the little fox cry now. It was only the first day. If there was already a rift between them now, how would they get along in the future?

After some deliberation, Chen Huijie had no choice but to compromise.

"How about this, I agree to let you work at Penguin Logistics, but you can't participate in any long-distance delivery missions, you must be home before 9 p.m., and if you encounter any danger, protect yourself first and then call me."

This was the biggest concession Chen Huijie could make. Although she was still worried about Mei Xue's safety, she didn't want to see the little fox cry. She felt that something serious might happen if she did, such as her heart not being able to take it.

"Really!?"

Upon hearing this, Mei Xue immediately perked up, her tail nearly hitting A Neng's hand. The little fox kept wagging its tail, its ears twitching with joy, and its tearful eyes filled with excitement and joy. Seeing Chen Huijie nod, it happily jumped into her arms and rubbed against her, then happily hugged Chen Huijie's neck and kissed her on the lips.

After finishing all that, the little fox ignored the petrified Chen Huijie and ran to Exusiai's side, happily taking her hand.

"Sister A-Neng, what time do I go to work tomorrow?"

"Um...we'll pick you up tomorrow morning. This is for you. I won't bother you any longer. I'll be going now."

Seeing Chen Huijie still frozen in place, Exusiai shoved the fresh milk into Mei Xue's hands and then ran away. She knew that if she didn't leave soon, she would be killed to silence her, and might even be stabbed ten times and still be judged as having committed suicide.

As for Chen Huijie? She was still bewildered by Mei Xue's intimate contact just now, her mind filled with complicated thoughts. It turned out that Mei Xue's lips really did have a fruity fragrance with the sweetness of honey, and they were very soft, making one always want to do it again. But something was wrong. Why did she want to kiss back just now?

Looking at the little fox in front of her, who was so happy that it was rolling around on the sofa hugging its tail, Chen Huijie felt her heart beating unusually fast. Little did she know that Mei Xue was also thanking Miss Black Snake, after all, it was she who taught her this trick.

Remember to go to bed early tonight and wake up early tomorrow. And just give me a kiss before you sleep.

Miss Black Snake wasn't greedy. She didn't actually dislike Chen Huijie or Talulah; she just wanted to possess the fox exclusively. To do this, she needed to find someone who could restrain Talulah, and Chen Huijie was the perfect candidate. While the two sisters were busy fighting over her, she could take Mei Xue and run far away.

Chapter 50 The Little Fox's Goodnight Sweet Dreams

On the second night in Lungmen, the little fox still couldn't sleep. This time, he wasn't just missing Talulah and the others, but also reminiscing about the precious first day. The little fox had new clothes for the first time, ate candied hawthorns, found a job, and even watched TV. Mei Xue's little heart was filled with happiness. He wanted to sleep, but he was more filled with anticipation for tomorrow.

[Didn't I say that having me around is enough? In the first place, there was no need to hand you over to Chen Huijie.]

Miss Black Snake was incredibly proud. Today, she had helped the little fox solve quite a few problems. The main thing was to constantly remind him that he was not alone. In this way, the little fox would subconsciously rely on her, gradually developing a deeper level of dependence, and then he would be unable to leave her. Wouldn't that make him completely under her control in the future?

"Thank you, Black Snake Sister. But Talulah Sister said that I wouldn't be able to live an upright life without Sister Chen, so Sister Chen is also very good."

When Chen Huijie was mentioned, Mei Xue wagged her tail happily. The house was renovated today, so she had her own little house. Although it was a bit empty for the time being, the little fox had already figured out what to use to fill the house.

Do you like her?

"Mmm~ I really like her~ Sister Chen is a good person."

Mei Xue nodded firmly, her deep blue eyes gleaming with a dim golden light in the night, but she herself was completely unaware of it. Her ears twitched happily. Miss Black Snake was lying next to the pillow. Anyway, no one but Mei Xue could see her. Moreover, considering that the little fox sometimes wagged her tail wildly on a whim, it was better to stay outside to avoid motion sickness.

Miss Black Snake was somewhat displeased. Although the little fox wasn't wrong, she was still unhappy. Although Chen Huijie was indeed very good to Mei Xue, she was still unhappy. The little fox was too naive and too easily developed feelings for others, so she couldn't recognize the so-called wickedness of people's hearts. That's why she needed to be on guard. Chen Huijie was indeed a good person, but how could she compare to her, who was always by her side?

Then you can spend the rest of your life with your Sister Chen.

"Oh? But I still have to live with Sister Talulah and the others, as well as Sister Alina, Sister Frostnova, Grandpa Bodracasti, and Inossasha."

[So you just don't plan to be with me anyway.]

Miss Black Snake simply turned her head away from the little fox. If she could, she really wanted to bite the fox, but she couldn't bring herself to do it. After all, she and Mei Xue were too closely connected, and if Mei Xue was uncomfortable, she wouldn't be able to either. That's why Miss Black Snake thought of helping him. But now it seems a little different. Seeing the little fox getting close to Chen Huijie, she always felt like hitting someone.

"No."

Although he didn't know if he had said something wrong, the little fox could tell that Miss Black Snake was a little angry. He reached out and gently placed his hand on Miss Black Snake's head, smiling as he stroked down her entire body, making the black snake shiver and then wrap her arms around his hand.

"Aren't we together now?"

Mei Xue affectionately nuzzled against Miss Black Snake and smiled sweetly. Although he didn't like Miss Black Snake at first, now that she sincerely wanted to be his friend, he would naturally treat her sincerely in return. The reason he didn't say anything was because the little fox felt it was unnecessary. He and Miss Black Snake were together right now, and it seemed that saying anything more wouldn't be enough.

You...all you're good for is your mouth.

"Sigh, did Mei Xue say something wrong again?"

It's nothing, your not-so-bright brain can't understand these things.

Miss Black Snake flicked her tongue, then gently pressed it against Mei Xue's hand and crawled up to his chest, listening to his heartbeat. Helplessly, she resigned herself to her fate. Now she couldn't leave this little fox, and if she disappeared, this fox would probably be tricked and eaten alive. There was nothing she could do; he was her host. What else could she do but pamper him? Harming him wouldn't do her any good either.

"Mei Xue is very smart."

[But if you don't go to bed early, you'll become stupid sooner or later, just like some novelists who, after staying up late for a long time, can even make mistakes in typing.]

"Then I'll go to sleep now."

The frightened little fox decisively closed its eyes and tried to drift off to sleep. Miss Black Snake also fell asleep with it. Of course, she knew that Mei Xue still had many things to share with her, such as his plan to put a bookshelf in the room, or his anticipation for his first day of work tomorrow. In fact, she knew all of this. Now she could read deeper into Mei Xue's thoughts, but that didn't stop her from listening to the little fox's rambling. Now she was the most trustworthy person Mei Xue could rely on. It was normal for the little fox to subconsciously rely on her and want to tell her everything. She also liked this feeling of being relied upon by Mei Xue.

As the two entered a dream together, the blue butterflies flew out of Mei Xue's tail once more, fluttering around the room one after another, until they all shattered into tiny fragments of light that flowed back into Mei Xue's tail, leaving only a faint sigh behind.

"younger brother……"

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This wasn't the first time she'd dreamt of her memories, but this time it seemed even more distant. For some reason, the little fox only had six tails left, its memories were incomplete, and it had lost the ability to become human. It was completely different from its sister. Lin Qingyan could feel herself being assimilated by that person even more deeply. Before, she had always viewed these memories from a third-person perspective, but now it was all from a first-person perspective. It was as if she had truly become Su Xue'er, the embodiment of that disaster and curse, the one who wasn't even allowed to be remembered by history.

"Huh?"

"No, my sister is just thinking about something. Don't worry, the wound doesn't hurt anymore."

Lin Qingyan, or more accurately, Su Xue'er gently picked up the nine-tailed white fox in front of her, lowered her head and gently kissed his forehead, then glanced at her thigh without leaving a trace. The white silk was tinged with red, and the wound was not just a simple external injury. The curse attached to it was as difficult to remove as her calamity.

"Waaah!"

"Stop talking. I won't do that. The fox meat is sour. I've tasted my own, so I don't need to taste yours."

She took an apple and stuffed it into the little fox's mouth. Su Xue'er hugged him against the tree, gently soothing the fox in her arms. Blue butterflies flew from her tail, fluttering around them.

"Waaah..."

"Look, apples taste much better than you, right?"

Perhaps because he had been assimilated too deeply, Lin Qingyan unconsciously became immersed in the role. This brother and sister were destined to be unable to coexist yet inseparable. As the sister who was the embodiment of calamity and the brother who was the embodiment of good fortune, they relied on suppressing each other to achieve balance, yet they also rejected each other, much like light and shadow. Their fate was destined to be bumpy, and their future was destined to be cruel.

"Good brother, you are auspicious, you have a bright future, but why did you share your tail with those people? Not only do you not have eternal life, but you also lose the power to protect yourself, and you've turned yourself into this silly creature, even tripping when you walk. Ouch! I was wrong! Don't bite me! My tail is too sensitive!"

Su Xue'er was chased all over the mountain by an angry little fox. Blue butterflies fluttered with them, making it look like a dream. In the end, the little fox bit off a large clump of her sister's tail fur and sneezed all day because her nose was covered in fur.

Lin Qingyan already knew the ending of this story, and that's why she felt a deep sense of sorrow and powerlessness when she arrived at the beginning of the story. She felt powerless and heartbroken, unable to change or stop anything.

Watching the white nine-tailed fox run freely through the forest, watching him weave through the branches, listening to the crisp sound of his footsteps on the withered leaves, watching him play happily in the snow, Lin Qingyan finally closed his eyes and then woke up.

"...Was this something that happened a long time ago?"

Looking at the Heavenly Mirror in her arms, Lin Qingyan stood up. This time she had gained something new, which was different from what was recorded in the Great Yan Dynasty. It seemed that the fox spirit had six tails a long time ago. What exactly happened? Who made a wish to him? Where is the person who obtained the three tails now?

In the distant Ursus region, Kal'tsit, who was working overtime late into the night, suddenly sneezed. She wiped her nose, glanced at the group photo beside her, and then buried herself in her work again.

Chapter 51 Chen Huijie probably won't be able to hold on for much longer.

The next morning, Chen Huijie got up very early. After a quick wash, she drove to the Guard Bureau, but she definitely wasn't going to work, because she hadn't brought her sword. The little fox also knew what it meant to go to bed early and get up early. He hugged his tail and rubbed against it, yawning as he looked out the window in a daze. The sun was shining brightly today, perfect for sleeping in.

However, starting today, the little fox will also have to go to work. He put his hands in front of him, arched his body and pressed down, and his big tail on his back swayed involuntarily. Miss Black Snake felt that he was more like a cat than a fox, especially with this stretching posture.

Good morning, Black Snake Sister~

The little fox picked up the black snake and kissed it, then put it in the inside pocket of his chest. He then prepared to wash up as usual. When he saw the Crimson Sword in the living room, he subconsciously felt that Chen Huijie might not have gotten up yet. The little fox, who was originally planning to turn on the TV to watch the new episode of Kamen Rider, wagged his tail helplessly. He didn't want to disturb Chen Huijie's sleep, so he decided to go and make breakfast for his sister first.

Mei Xue is much better than before. After learning from Alina for so long, she knows a thing or two about cooking. The little fox felt that since she ate so many snacks yesterday, she had to cook a meal for her sister today.

On the other side, Chen Huijie was just about to get home. Of course, she wasn't in a hurry to go to work at the Guard Bureau. She was just going to pick up some things. She had promised Mei Xue last night that she would let Mei Xue work at Penguin Logistics, but in order to ensure the safety of Little Fox, she had to make more preparations. It just so happened that a batch of new equipment was about to be put into use, and they hadn't found a suitable person yet. It would be perfect for Little Fox.

After skillfully parking and turning off the engine, Chen Huijie carried the metal box upstairs, regretting that she had forgotten to buy Mei Xue some food for breakfast. Mei Xue was always rather careless in her daily life.