Talulah, I'm still a child.

Texas rubbed Mei Xue's ear, having already decided that she would ask for leave when she got back, and that she would accompany Mei Xue tomorrow no matter what, in case anything happened to her.

"Okay, I will~ By the way, Texas, could you give me a ride to buy some things after you're done with your work?"

"Of course, what do you want to buy?"

"Hey~ What a surprise."

Mei Xue's smile was exceptionally bright. The little fox obediently rubbed against Texas's palm. He had been worrying about tomorrow's meeting for a long time, and today would be very busy.

On the other side of the wilderness, an armored off-road vehicle speeding along was constantly approaching Lungmen. This off-road vehicle, bearing the Rhodes Island logo, carried only three people: Lily of the Valley, Rosemary, and another woman driving. Her long black hair was draped behind her head, and her carefree smile revealed her easygoing personality.

"Huang, drive slower, Linglan gets carsick."

Rosemary looked at Lily of the Valley, whose face was a little pale, and couldn't help but remind her companion that Huang was good in every way, but her personality was sometimes too frustrating. She was not a thoughtful person and her personality was too straightforward and bold.

"Oh, I'm sorry, I'll go slower then."

"It's okay, I'm fine, Sister Huang, you can go faster."

She forced a smile, though Linglan was actually feeling quite unwell. Putting aside Huang's driving skills, the journey through the wilderness was bumpy, and even after taking motion sickness medicine, she still felt nauseous. But the thought of seeing Meixue soon made Linglan feel a little better. She hugged her sun hat, thinking about whether she should change into a nicer outfit to play with Meixue after arriving in Lungmen.

"It's okay to go a little slower, since we'll have to take care of some paperwork once we get there, and we'll definitely be busy until tonight. But Linglan, are you really not planning to come with us?"

To be honest, Huang was very worried about letting such a young girl like Linglan wander around outside alone. Even though Linglan said she was just looking for a friend, Huang still decided to find some people to secretly protect her from behind.

"Um... I was just meeting with a friend. If there's any real danger, I'll definitely press the alarm."

Lily held onto her tail. She wasn't the kind of child who didn't understand anything. She knew what to do if there was any danger. Moreover, Lily's Originium Arts were quite good, so dealing with ordinary people wouldn't be a problem.

"I really didn't expect that you would have a friend in Lungmen. What kind of person is he?"

"Hmm...he's a very nice person."

Linglan was looking forward to meeting Meixue, but she was also worried that if Meixue found out that she was infected, would he hate her? Or even stop having anything to do with her in the future?

Thinking of this, Linglan couldn't help but gently cover her arm. Underneath the sleeve of her dress, there was a very conspicuous Originium crystal. Until today, Linglan had never paid much attention to her status as an Infected, but now she was extremely worried. She pursed her lips and suddenly regretted suggesting to meet Meixue. Perhaps sometimes keeping a distance is better for both of them.

However, she still wants to see the person she likes, to hold his hand in person, to stroke his tail and ears, to comb his hair, to tell him she likes him, to eat and play games with him, and so on. There are so many things she wants to do. It seems that as long as she is with Mei Xue, she will be happy no matter what she does.

This is a tacit understanding unique to Suzuran and Meiyuki. Although they have only known each other for a short time, they trust each other and act on a sudden idea. Suzuran knows that lying is wrong, but if she doesn't lie, Aya and her other older brothers and sisters will never agree to let her come to Lungmen. If she says that she wants to see Meiyuki, then Amiya would probably be sitting in this car right now.

So what is Mei Xue doing at this very moment, the one Ling Lan has been longing for? The answer is, she is picking up people, literally picking up people. Looking at the white-haired Luper woman lying in the garbage dump in front of her, Mei Xue's conscience and morality prevented her from leaving her to die.

Mei Xue originally only planned to buy some fireworks, but the streets were all restricted from selling to children like him, so the little fox had no choice but to buy them in the slums. On his way back, he happened to run into this seriously injured older sister.

Out of caution, Mei Xue did not approach immediately. Instead, she took out a brand-new broom from her tail and gently poked the other's tail with a stick. If it weren't for the slight rise and fall of its chest, Mei Xue would have suspected that the other was already dead.

"Big sister, big sister, can you hear me?"

"..."

Without any response, seeing that Rupert had truly lost consciousness, Mei Xue was at a loss. Rupert was covered in blood, and through his torn clothes, she could see gruesome wounds. His breathing was also extremely weak. If she didn't do something soon, she might really die here.

However, Mei Xue was unaware that the Black-Cloaked Men, who were secretly observing, were completely dumbfounded. They recognized the Lupo, the Syracuse named Lappland, who had caused a ruckus in the slums a few days earlier. In other words, it was she who indirectly prevented Chen Huijie from attending the meeting, thus ruining Kashena's plan to eat the little fox.

Lappland went too far back then, so Black Cloak had to take action, resulting in her being seriously injured and having to escape. Unexpectedly, she was encountered by Mei Xue here. What kind of luck is this?

"It seems that her fate was not to die... Report to Lord Wei, or better yet, report to the Madam."

Considering that Wei Yanwu was still kneeling on the washboard at this time, the Black Cloaks chose to go directly to Wen Yue, and after receiving the order to "wait and see what happens on the premise of protecting Mei Xue", they once again disappeared into the darkness.

Mei Xue gently placed Lappland's sword in her tail, then carefully picked her up. As if sensing a familiar scent from Mei Xue, Lappland moved her chapped lips with difficulty and uttered Mei Xue's familiar name.

"Texas..."

Chapter 99 Lappland is deeply shocked

The lonely wolf wandered alone, traversing vast wildernesses and bustling cities, yet she could never find her home. In the end… she was already a homeless lone wolf, and no one would grieve for her when she died. She would be forgotten in the gaps of history, then transformed into a dazzling Originium crystal. Whether she exploded or turned into crystalline dust drifting in the air depended entirely on luck, but given her personality, she preferred the former.

However, when she learned that one of her old friends was in Lungmen, Lappland found some meaning and joy in life again. Another lone wolf, sharing the same fate, but Lappland did not intend to seek any comfort from him, nor did she intend to lick each other's wounds. She just wanted to see how her old friend was doing.

However, I didn't expect to run into some of the scum from my rival families in Syracuse as soon as I entered Lungmen. I only intended to teach them a lesson, but I didn't expect to cause such a big commotion and almost die at the hands of those two men in black. Lungmen is indeed a place where hidden talents lurk.

"hiss……"

Clutching her throbbing head, Lappland felt uncomfortable all over, but she was much better than before when she was on the verge of death. She looked at the bandages on her body and then at her surroundings. The smell of alcohol in the air proved that she was in a small hospital, or maybe even a clinic.

"I remember smelling the scent of Texas before I finally passed out..."

For Luper, Lappland's sense of smell is quite excellent; she wouldn't mistake a scent. However, at that time, there seemed to be another fragrance mixed in, stronger than Texas's. Could it be perfume? No, Texas isn't that kind of person.

"Ah, sister, you're awake."

The sudden sound from the doorway made Lappland turn her gaze and see a three-tailed Volper standing there. Although he looked rather cute, judging from his attire, he was probably a teenager. His Adam's apple wasn't very prominent, but it was there none.

"You are……"

"Sister, have you forgotten? I'm Yuno. Don't you remember me?"

Looking into the little fox's eyes, Lappland immediately realized something, then chuckled and nodded.

"Sorry, I just woke up and I'm still a little groggy... I almost forgot about you."

Hearing this, the doctor behind Mei Xue nodded and handed the form to Mei Xue. After signing a string of beautiful words, the little fox handed it over along with her bank card, then walked up to Lappland and smiled somewhat embarrassedly.

"I'm sorry, sister. If you hadn't told me I'm your brother, the doctor wouldn't have saved you."

"...Why did you save me?"

Lappland raised an eyebrow. She didn't think she had anything that would warrant Mei Xue's help. Not only was she penniless, but her disheveled appearance didn't suggest any power or influence. Could it be that she was after her body? Ha, would an ordinary person enjoy having sex with an infected person?

Do you need a reason to save someone?

Mei Xue twitched his ears. He hadn't expected Lappland's first question to be this. Shouldn't he have asked about his identity first? The little fox felt that his thinking was different from that of the adults.

Aren't you afraid I'm a bad person?

"I'm scared, but if you're a good person, then I didn't save the wrong person. If you're a bad person... well, my sister is a police officer."

The little fox wagged its tail. In fact, it was also worried that Lappland was a bad person, and that its kindness might be betrayed again. However, Mei Xue now had the ability to fight back, at least its running speed was top-notch.

"That's really impressive. Well, although I don't consider myself a good person, perhaps... I'm not a bad person either?"

Lappland herself found it somewhat amusing as she said this. Her hands were stained with blood, yet she dared to say that she wasn't a bad person. However, this wasn't entirely wrong; she would only kill her mission targets and opponents, and never harm ordinary people.

"Neither a bad person nor a good person... Never mind, this seems like a lot of trouble. Big sister, how are you feeling?"

"It's alright, at least he's alive, but recovery will take some time."

Considering it was a near-fatal injury, this recovery speed is already quite fast. Lappland licked her lips and glanced thoughtfully at Mei Xue.

"Is Yuno your real name?"

"Hmm...it's another name, but everyone usually calls me Mei Xue."

"Mei Xue, that sounds lovely. So, let me ask you... do you know Texas?"

There was no mistake. Lappland had been confirming this ever since she met Mei Xue. Although the little fox's scent was stronger, the Texas scent was not weak either. It was impossible for such a strong scent to remain after just passing by. There must have been close contact or a long-term meeting.

"Yes, I know her. I work with Texas and we sometimes hang out together."

Mei Xue gently wagged her tail. For some reason, after he finished speaking, Lappland's expression became very strange, and then she couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"Hahahaha, don't kid me, that's Texas, how could she... ouch!"

Before Lappland could finish speaking, her sudden laughter aggravated her wound, causing her face to stiffen. Fortunately, she was a seasoned veteran, so this pain was nothing to her. However, Mei Xue found it strange. The little fox even wondered if he should ask a doctor to check the older sister's head to see if she was sick. Anyway, he didn't mind spending money to save her; he could just buy a few lottery tickets later and try his luck.

Just as Lappland was about to say something, Mei Xue's communicator rang at just the right moment. The little fox glanced at it and saw that it was Texas calling. He looked at Lappland in front of him, thought for a while, and then pressed the speakerphone button.

"This is Mei Xue. May I ask what brings you here?"

"Meixue, have you finished shopping? Do you need me to pick you up?"

Texas's voice came clearly into Lappland's ears from the other end of the phone, and her expression gradually changed. Surprise and disbelief turned into ecstasy, followed by a wicked laugh that suppressed some impulse.

"No need, sister. I'm at the hospital right now. I saved someone... I'll be home in a bit."

Mei Xue originally wanted to say "someone you know," but Lappland stopped him with a look, so the little fox had to change his words at the last minute.

"Be careful. If anyone bullies you, call me. Remember not to go to dangerous places. And about what Exusiai said before... Actually, if you really need a girlfriend when you grow up, I'm here."

"Okay, I understand."

"Good to know. There's one more thing... Do you have time next week? I happen to have a holiday and want to relax. How about I take you shopping, get something to eat, and then go to the amusement park together?"

"Okay!"

Mei Xue was naturally happy to have such a thing happen. Texas on the other end of the phone also smiled and breathed a sigh of relief. After saying "we'll talk back" he hung up the phone, and then looked at the many clothes in his closet and began to choose the one that would best match Mei Xue next week.

When Mei Xue put down the communicator, he found that Lappland's eyes were filled with shock, as if his worldview had been shattered by Texas driving the car.

What is your relationship with Texas?

"Hmm... Sister A-Neng said they wouldn't get married, but Sister Texas said they could get married."

The little fox twitched his ears. He noticed that the white wolf sister on the bed suddenly changed her gaze. She looked at him with a strange expression, as if she were admiring some treasure, or examining a beautiful cake or a fun toy.

"Mei Xue, I have a question for you: Did Texas bite you?"

"Sister, how did you know?!"

Mei Xue was surprised, because Texas had indeed bitten him quite a bit; it seemed that she had bitten almost every part of Mei Xue's body, but the little fox had only bitten her in a few places.

"Ha, I even knew she liked to wear white undergarments."

Seeing Mei Xue's surprised look, Lappland felt that Texas had really fallen. She actually liked this type of person and even kissed her. Tsk... what a scoundrel.

"That's not right, Texas clearly prefers black, and it has a silky trim."

Now, Mei Xue's words completely stunned Lappland.

Chapter 100: Almost everyone who's eyeing the little fox has arrived.

"So, you and Texas are just colleagues?"

"Ah."

After a few simple questions, Lappland had a thorough understanding of Mei Xue's background. After all, with the little fox's intelligence and guardedness, one couldn't expect him to keep any information outside of keeping secrets. A few questions were all it took to get the information out of him.

According to Mei Xue himself, he and Texas just worked in the same place, but damn it, are colleagues so close that they even know what color the other is wearing?! (Sound)

“…Mei Xue, come here.”

Lappland waved to the little fox. Although she looked a bit fierce, Mei Xue didn't think she was a bad person. Lappland's words and actions were very polite during their conversation, and her eyes were very clear. In any case, she shouldn't be a bad person.