Talulah, I'm still a child.

"Hey Mei Xue, are you sleeping with Kal'tsit tonight?"

"Ah."

"I thought she was lying to me."

Warfarin frowned slightly, looking displeased. Well, she was indeed displeased, but not because she had been deceived.

Warfarin reached into her small bag and took out a room key, handing it to Mei Xue.

"Here you go, this is Kal'tsit's room key. She asked me to give it to you, but you'd better not ask her about it or tell anyone, otherwise it will be bad if others find out."

Seeing Warfarin's serious expression, Mei Xue twitched her fox ears to indicate that she understood, and then put the room card into her tail.

"Alright, go do your thing. Oh, by the way, what do you like to drink?"

"Hmm... I guess it'll be like a nutritional drink."

After the little fox finished speaking, she ran briskly towards Talulah and Surtr, while Warfarin stood still. Although she had an unhappy expression on her face, she was secretly overjoyed.

How could she possibly give Mei Xue a Kal'tsit room key? That was the room key for the room she just booked. Damn it, you have to strike hard when dealing with people who prioritize romance over friendship!

Moreover, this matter is not simply to thwart Kal'tsit's plan. Ah, of course, Warfarin is aware that she has no feelings for Mei Xue, but it would be even better if she could take advantage of tonight's opportunity to get some of his blood from Mei Xue.

"Nutritional Express, right? Hehe, I got it."

Warfarin rubbed her hands together, wondering if the sleeping pills, concentrated to a dose for 300 people, would work on Mei Xue. Last time, the little fox had no reaction after drinking a dose for 200 people.

Mei Xue didn't think much of it. When he wasn't thinking, the little fox was at his most innocent. He never imagined that Warfarin would trick him. He ran off to find his two older sisters, his tail all wet and uncomfortable.

"elder sister!"

The little fox pounced on her, about to land in Talulah's arms, but Surtr grabbed it with one hand and held it in his own arms.

Talulah's swimsuit was carefully chosen, a black one that perfectly suited her style, but she added a white shirt, which matched well and created a beautiful contrast. Combined with those black sunglasses, she exuded a relaxed vibe.

However, Surtr's swimsuit was more eye-catching. The sandals and the leg ring that slightly chafed her left leg, paired with the white gauze sleeve on the upper half, which seemed to have been burned, and the floral swimsuit tied into a bow at the chest, made people's eyes drift over. But the next second, all eyes would be drawn to her delicate face. The red hair on the left side was quite eye-catching. Mei Xue thought for a moment and felt that something was missing, so she took out a star pendant from her tail and hung it on her horn.

"It looks even better this way!"

The little fox's eyes curved into crescents, then it took the sword from Levadin and wrapped it around its tail, letting the sword help dry the water off it.

"You're having a good time, but you don't know how many people are worried about you, or how much of your memory you've recovered?"

"Hmm... I remember taking care of the child a thousand years ago, and going to the Great Yan with the Doctor a few years ago."

"That's still too little. You need to think back at least three thousand years before I exist."

"Anyway, my sister is with me now, so there's no rush."

Mei Xue flicked her tail, as if to comfort Surtr. Everyone who had known Mei Xue for a long time was looking forward to him recalling things related to them, but Surtr, the Doctor, and Kal'tsit were different.

They knew Mei Xue too early, and were involved in too many things. If we're talking about the mystery of their identities, which of these three is any less mysterious? But time flies, and there are many things that even they themselves can't remember clearly. The Doctor has amnesia, Surtr's memories are a mess, and the only things they can sort out are those related to Mei Xue.

"There's no rush. I just wanted to tell you not to be too anxious either."

Surtr gently placed her hand on Mei Xue's head and patted it carefully. She herself was not in a hurry. She was already used to it. She had been in this girlish appearance since she could remember. She had been walking in the wilderness with Leivadin in her hand, not knowing where she came from or where she was going. She only knew that she was not the first owner of this sword, but every generation of Leivadin's sword owner was the same person.

But she knew that Mei Xue was actually anxious. If he hadn't been unable to adapt to the mature version of himself in his memories, he probably would have already opened the second box.

"Oh……"

Mei Xue landed from Surtr's arms and was poked in the waist by Talulah's tail. Clearly, the two of them had just talked about the little fox, but didn't want to tell him.

"Yes, Mei Xue looks younger after wearing this outfit."

Talulah couldn't help but sigh that the school swimsuit really suited Meixue. The main reason was that the little fox's school swimsuit was modified, with a waist and back exposed, which made it hard for people to resist. You know, Meixue's skin is so fair and tender that all girls would be envious.

"Should I hand you all over to the Guard Bureau right now?"

Chen Huijie walked over with an ice pop in her mouth. Although her outfit wasn't as hot as Huang's, it was still quite eye-catching. She wore shorts and a swimsuit top, and Chixiao was wrapped in strips of cloth and carried on her back. Mei Xue could sense that Chixiao was very unhappy. Leivatin let out a sword cry that seemed to be mocking her.

"If that's the case, then our retired Superintendent Chan is planning to put the greater good before family. Why don't you lock yourself up first?"

Talulah rolled her eyes, then leisurely lay down on the chair. Mei Xue took Chixiao from Chen Huijie's arms, ignoring her sisters' noise, unwrapped its bandages and gently stroked it to soothe its emotions.

Chixiao was originally just a sword. The ancient formula of fire-forging source stone created it. Although it could vaguely resonate with the sword wielder, it could never have such intelligence. It was obviously given to it by Mei Xue.

Chixiao is like a child now, prone to tantrums, yet very close to Meixue. The little fox also likes him, and cool things are very attractive to him. This sword also gives him a sense of familiarity.

"So it seems that Chixiao is particularly close to Meixue. Huijie, you'd better not end up without even a sword to use."

"What's there to be afraid of? Do you expect us to separate?"

Chen Huijie herself didn't care. She and Mei Xue weren't just friends. When it came to trust, she was no less than Talulah or anyone else.

"Okay, okay, be good, I didn't mean it, there was nothing I could do... umm."

After calming Chixiao down, Meixue put it into her tail, then hugged Leivatin and continued to dry her own tail. In fact, she was also familiar with this greatsword, as she had been when she first saw it, but she didn't have many other feelings about it.

"Speaking of which, are you going back to Great Yan this year?"

Surtr suddenly asked about this, and both Talulah and Chen Huijie nodded. The former was going to spend the Spring Festival with Mei Xue, and the latter was originally from Dayan, so no one could say anything if she went back. Of course, all of this was on the premise that she got rid of Wei Yanwu's background, otherwise she would inevitably run into trouble.

"In that case, I'll go too."

"You can speak the Great Yan language?"

Chen Huijie's doubts earned her a glare from Surtr. She had traveled through the wilderness and visited many countries, and had so many memories. Although they were complicated and difficult to sort out, she was still proficient in the languages ​​of various countries. She could even be considered an excellent historian on Rhodes Island.

Why should we go along?

The Great Yan is not like other countries; it is not so xenophobic. It doesn't even discriminate against infected people. Why would the people of the Great Yan be worried about any prejudice against the Sarkaz? It's just that if Surtr is going, she will definitely go with Mei Xue. She doesn't seem like the kind of person who would be in trouble if she left Mei Xue, and it's impossible that she's just going to celebrate a festival together.

"It's nothing, I just want to see the scenery from the past, and maybe I'll run into a few old friends if I'm lucky."

Surtr seemed to be implying something, but she didn't say it outright. Talulah and Chen Huijie were even less clear about it, and they didn't know what was so special about the person in front of them.

While the group was chatting, Mei Xue had already carried Leivatin to find Ifrit to have a barbecue together. Compared to Ifrit's barbecue grill, this sword was obviously much more useful.

If it were anyone else, Leivatin would definitely throw him into the water in the form of a lava giant, but there's nothing that can be done about Mei Xue. On one hand, it's a pampered pet, and on the other hand, it can't beat Mei Xue right now. Or to put it bluntly, how many people can be its match now? It all depends on Mei Xue's mood and whether she's willing to take action.

"This thing is much better than a flamethrower."

Ifrit couldn't help but marvel that besides Surtr, only Mei Xue would use Levadin as a barbecue grill, and the sword could even automatically adjust the temperature and start a fire—it was simply amazing.

After glancing at the flamethrower in her hand, Ifrit suddenly felt that it wasn't so appealing anymore, and looked at Mei Xue with a pleading expression.

"Hey Mei Xue, your tail can copy so many things, so could you also bring out a sword like this? I'm envious."

As someone who also plays with fire, Ifrit is not one to stay put. She has long envied Surtr's sword, which can summon such a huge lava giant. Who wouldn't like something so cool?

"This won't do; this sword is very special."

Mei Xue shook his head. Although he could replicate many things, such as materials and equipment, or high-precision instruments, there were some things he couldn't do, such as his own umbrella and Surtr's sword. His umbrella was probably more special. Kal'tsit had also said that the umbrella might have been born with him, from his mother, or rather, from his body. It must have other wonderful functions, but no one had known them until now.

How many surprises from the past will his return to the Great Yan Dynasty bring him this time?

Chapter 402 Warfarin's Self-Inflicted Suffering

Night had fallen, and a light drizzle was falling. Lappland rested her chin on her left hand, her eyes fixed on the twirling knife in her right hand, waiting for the person who would invite her.

She was not the first guest invited by Madame Sicily, nor would she be the last, but she was arguably the most special, because she represented neither any family nor any incident, but simply because she had someone behind her.

Elegant music played in the restaurant, mostly from Letania. Apart from Lapland, there was no one else there. Madame Sicily had specifically chosen a window seat, clearly indicating that she wasn't afraid of being seen in her true appearance, and no one dared to disturb her meal.

With a "ding," the restaurant doorbell rang. Lappland raised her eyebrows slightly and saw a masked woman walk away. She was wearing an elegant black dress and had long brown hair hanging down her back.

The second-generation Madame Sicily rose to prominence more than a decade ago, truly overshadowing all the other prominent families. Lappland saw the law code beside her, with golden thorns wrapped around it, symbolizing authority.

Without resorting to violence, she was able to build a complete order. In this newly formed city, this woman proved that her path was viable.

"Would a dignified Madame de Sicily be worried about having her face seen by others?"

These words could be considered disrespectful, but coming from Lappland, they didn't feel out of place at all. That's just the kind of person she is; threats or dangers only excite her.

"It's just that when too many people see this face, it becomes impossible to see their true colors."

Lavinia removed her mask, and a hint of surprise flashed in Lappland's eyes. This was indeed not what she had expected. She had seen this face before. She had heard about the newly appointed judge at the Saluzzo family meeting today, and she had seen Lavinia giving a speech in the newspaper.

But who would have thought that this newly arrived judge would be such a powerful figure who could shake the entire Syracuse with just a single sentence?

"I see, you want to see it with your own eyes."

Now Lappland understood. No amount of intelligence could compare to seeing things with one's own eyes. Rather than remaining aloof like the first Madame de Sicily, Lavinia chose to venture into the city and into the alleyways. Only in this way could she understand the flaws in the laws she had established.

"Why talk about me? Let's talk about your business. You made such a big fuss about returning to the Saluzzo family, and you even came as a Rhodes Island operator. I almost thought you were sent by him."

"Could it be some other reason?"

"If that's the case, then I won't see you."

Whether as Judge Vorcinier or Madame Sicily, Lavinia's time was always very tight, so it was truly rare for her to take the time to have dinner with someone like this.

If it weren't for the connection between Lappland and Mei Xue, how could she possibly be sitting across from her?

"Truly worthy of being called the Lady of Sicily. If I had said no, I probably wouldn't have been able to leave today."

Lappland's smile was full of mockery. She had to admit that this was a rare woman who surprised her, but she hadn't come today to curry favor with this Syracuse administrator.

"In that case, let's skip those tedious and unnecessary things."

With her hands crossed on the table, a serious glint flashed in Lappland's eyes.

"Tell me, what exactly does Mei Xue want to do?"

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"Goo, that's great."

The little fox took a bite of a roasted mushroom, then handed the roasted corn to Miss Doctor. The two leaned against each other, watching Bena and Amiya play games.

"Indeed, this is really well roasted. Hey Meixue, I remember you have a kind of big corn, why don't you roast that?"

"That? No, no, it'll blow up."

Upon hearing the doctor's question, Mei Xue quickly shook her head and pointed to Ifrit over there. Ifrit's face was covered in black soot, and she looked quite disheveled. Her light golden hair also looked like it had been permed.

"Ifrit was baked in the afternoon, and then it turned into this."

The doctor stared, speechless for a moment. She was wondering when Ifrit had found the time to get her hair permed; this afro was just too eye-catching, it seemed like it had really been blown out of shape.

"...She probably didn't intend to roast your black mushrooms, did she?"

These words might seem a bit censored at first glance, but the little fox knew what the professor was talking about, and he nodded firmly.

"She did want to, but I didn't agree. The 'Corn Cannon' was just because I wanted to try it out too, but what if the Doom-shroom explodes..."