Nobody knows how to be a villain better than me.

"I'm saying, why does your church keep so many cats? You don't need that many to catch mice, do you?"

"They are all stray cats, adopted by Father Yongli from outside."

Zhou Seiyu walked out from behind the door, carrying two cups of hot cocoa. After handing them to the two of them, she gave a curt reply.

"Senior Brother Wenbing, he really does love small animals, and he's very kind..."

Aozaki Aoko took the hot cocoa, gulped it down, rubbed her sore shoulders, and while sighing with emotion, couldn't help but frown and complain.

"But is it really necessary to adopt so many at once? There are already more than 40."

"is it a lot?"

Zhou Seiyu rolled her eyes, her gaze filled with sarcasm.

“There used to be nearly a hundred stray cats and dogs in this yard.”

"And what about them?"

Aozaki Aoko frowned slightly and subconsciously asked a question.

"Of course they died. It would be strange if so many cats and dogs gathered together, without food or water, and some of them even had disabilities and illnesses, could all survive."

The nun answered expressionlessly and casually.

Such an unexpected answer left Aozaki Aoko stunned, and she subconsciously asked a question in return.

"Wait, doesn't Senior Brother care?"

"Guan, he really enjoys watching those sick cats and dogs slowly die in pain, and then burying them with care and praying for them."

Zhou Seiyuka looked around at the stray cats, her tone meaningful.

Aozaki Aoko frowned, looking slightly uncomfortable.

That scene is like someone chewing a piece of sugarcane, sucking out the sweet juice, and then spitting out the residue.

In this courtyard, the so-called "sugarcane" has been replaced by a dying young life.

Upon closer reflection, it sends chills down one's spine.

"No, Senior Brother shouldn't be this kind of person..."

Aozaki Aoko shook her head repeatedly, dispelling the inexplicable discomfort that had accumulated in her heart.

"Who he is or who he isn't is none of my business. I'm just telling you everything I've seen, as it is."

Yuika Shuse was completely unconcerned about Aozaki Aoko's questions, and simply gave a nonchalant response.

"He's the kind of person who, regardless of whether the other party is a person or a cat or dog, will lend a helping hand when the mood strikes, but that's about it..."

"Because he did these things not to save people, nor for moral reasons, but simply because it happened to interest him..."

Just as Aozaki Aoko was feeling indignant and somewhat confused, she heard a meaningful murmur in her ear.

Zhou Seiyu's gaze passed over Aozaki Aoko and fell somewhat surprised as she looked at the man who seemed very perceptive and could get straight to the point.

However, the nun neither confirmed nor denied this, and after waiting a moment, she took the cups from the two of them and once again made use of this pair of free laborers.

"Alright, that's about enough. Qingzi, go throw away the trash. He and I will lock these little creatures that are running around in the cage."

"Hmph! Sooner or later, I'll tear down this dilapidated church of yours!"

Aozaki Aoko picked up the trash bag and walked towards the door, knowing that the nun she didn't get along with was using this as an excuse to make trouble again, and she couldn't help but mutter angrily to herself.

"Tch, you fearless heretic! Beware of the Lord's punishment!"

Zhou Seiyu also rolled her eyes and retorted.

The two exchanged glares and delivered a barrage of provocative "greetings."

Samael, standing to the side, kept his eyes down, pretending not to see anything.

There's no way around it; one is a devout believer, and the other is her future sister-in-law. It's not appropriate for either of them to stand on the same side.

As Aozaki Aoko's figure disappeared from sight, Zhou Se Yuika's confrontational expression softened, and she murmured to herself.

“Wen Bingyongli was summoned. I don’t know exactly where she went, but she won’t be back tonight. Take her away and try to persuade Qingzi. That person is dangerous, so it’s best not to get involved with him.”

The reminder in his ear startled Samael, who then slowly nodded, his eyes softening.

This nun, who is far from gentle and refined, may appear sharp-tongued and mean, but she is actually very perceptive.

Presumably, she concealed this fact in order to sever the connection between Aozaki Aoko and Fumihachi Eiri, thereby indirectly protecting Aozaki Aoko's safety.

Of course, it's also possible that they simply want to get free labor...

However, it is an undeniable fact that Yuika Shuse unwittingly helped the impetuous Aoko.

Sure enough, there are still good comrades in the church...

However, before Samael could dwell on his feelings for long, the nun spoke up quite decisively.

"No need for words of thanks, let's do something practical. Remember to fill the donation box before you leave."

Samael, caught off guard by the extortion, froze, feeling both amused and exasperated.

"There's nothing I can do. Cat food prices have gone up again recently, and I can barely afford to feed these little guys anymore."

However, as the nun sitting quietly on the steps, looking at the cats filling the yard, muttered in dissatisfaction, Samael's opinion of Shuse Yuika changed.

Actually, she's just a little girl who disguises her kindness and enthusiasm with a sharp tongue and meanness.

"Okay, I've written it down."

In high spirits, Samael nodded, smiled, and then generously made a promise.

"By the way, is there anything else you want? Just tell me, and maybe I can grant your request."

Zhou Seiyu looked up at the man in front of her, a strange hope flickering in her blue eyes, and hesitated before speaking.

"Then, may I... touch your face?"

"what?"

Samael, who had expected to be asked to treat the other's eye ailment, was stunned by the unexpected answer and stood there, letting those fair fingers approach inch by inch.

Chapter 105 Professional Whitewashing Team (4.6k)

So this is what a golden soul looks like. It doesn't feel any different from an ordinary one...

In the church's backyard, Sister Zhou Seiyu, sitting on the steps, kneaded and stroked the man's face with both hands, muttering to herself.

Indeed, in Zhou Seiyu's perception, the figure before him radiated a strange and holy golden light, as warm as sunlight.

As the saying goes, fortune and misfortune are intertwined. Because she has congenital amblyopia, her perception of her surroundings is better than that of normal people, so she can detect anyone who has good intentions or malice.

The reason why Yuika Shuuse harbored deep suspicion towards the usually gentle Father Eiri was precisely because of this.

"Can you see?"

Samael snapped out of his daze and inadvertently discovered that the nun in front of him was opening her half-closed eyes and staring straight at him, her eyes filled with spiritual light and curiosity, which surprised him.

"Yes, I am recovering, all thanks to the Lord's salvation, which has allowed me to gradually overcome my old illness and regain my sight."

Zhou Seiyuka nodded, crossed her arms in front of her chest, and habitually prayed, a devout and proud smile appearing on her calm face.

Samael had a sudden thought, and asked the question seemingly casually.

What does "salvation" mean?

"of course……"

The nun was about to answer when she seemed to suddenly realize something. Her voice stopped abruptly, and she looked quietly at the man in front of her, shaking her head slightly and smiling thoughtfully.

"I'm sorry, this is something I cannot explain."

"Uh, sorry, I was being presumptuous."

Although he didn't get a definite answer from Zhou Seiyu, Samael already knew the answer in his heart, so he tactfully changed the subject and chatted casually.

"So, how does it feel to see the light again?"

"It's wonderful. Watching the dawn, gazing at the stars at night, admiring the magnificent nature, looking out at the grand city, and even seeing how diverse and unique each person is, I can finally take a serious look at the world that God created."

Zhou Se Yuika excitedly shared what she had seen and heard after her eyesight gradually recovered, her face beaming with a deep sense of satisfaction.

"What if one day, for some reason, He takes back this salvation? Would you resent it?"

Samael glanced at the nun beside him, his tone somber.

A blind person who has never seen the sun may be able to tolerate the darkness.

“Resentment? Why would you have such thoughts? Since this light was given by Him, it should also belong to Him.”

Zhou Seiyu looked at the man in front of her with surprise, crossed her fingers in front of her chest, and pondered devoutly.

"Whether we gain or lose, it is all in accordance with the will of the Lord, and everything is the best arrangement."

"Too……"

Samael was stunned for a moment, then breathed a sigh of relief, smiled, and felt much of his frustration lessen.

Seeing the man's brows relax, Zhou Se Yuika couldn't help but feel happy for him for some reason. She then became excited and spoke in an excited tone.

"Lost sheep, it seems your doubts have been answered, so let me continue to tell you about our Heavenly Father and Savior..."

"Ahem, no need for that, I'm not ready yet..."

"You have come to the church, received revelation, and escaped your predicament. This is a sign. Come, do not resist the gospel of the Lord..."

Before Samael could give a firm refusal, the nun presented the facts and reasoned with him, showing great enthusiasm in trying to get him to join her.

Missionary work has always been a favorite pastime for Christians, and Yuika Shuse, who had just received grace and regained her sight, was no exception.

Samuel was momentarily overwhelmed by the somewhat impulsive nuns.

"Gospel my foot! Your kind of superstitious nonsense is outdated. Don't try to recruit people from me!"

Fortunately, Qingzi, who had returned from throwing away the trash, saw this and immediately frowned, grabbing Samael and retreating warily.

Seeing her almost-acquired follower being roughly abducted by Aozaki Aoko, Shuse Yuika was indignant.

"It's you again! I haven't even settled the score with the school yet, and now you're trying to stop me from spreading the gospel, you heretic!"

"You have the nerve to say that? The Goda Church wants to expand, so they're distributing pamphlets in schools? How could you even think of that!"

"What's wrong with being a student? Can't students have a religion? Why are you kicking me out? This is discrimination!"

"School is a place for learning, and as the student council president, it is my duty to maintain order on campus!"

"You bunch of wicked wizards, if this were the old days, you would all be burned at the stake!"

"You bunch of filthy charlatans, you're living in the modern world now, why aren't you in hell yet!"

For a moment, the two girls, who had a deep-seated grudge, glared at each other and started arguing with their hands on their hips.

Finally, with the help of Samael and Ritsuka Shuse, the two women who were almost fighting were barely separated.

After finally managing to drag Aozaki Aoko out of the church, and once the hot-tempered young lady had calmed down, Samael looked up at the sun gradually approaching the horizon and pondered before speaking.

"Shall we take a walk?"

Aozaki Aoko glanced at the gradually closing doors of the Goda Church, pursed her cherry lips, her gaze dimmed, and followed Samael silently, her expression dejected.

After waiting all day, she still didn't see her senior brother Yongli.

As the sun sets, the trees along the road sway in the breeze.

Samael quietly stayed by Qingzi's side, and the two figures gradually lengthened until they unknowingly intersected.

At the end of the road, Aozaki Aoko stopped and buried her head in Samael's arms, her shoulders trembling, and she spoke softly.

"Grandpa is dead... Yu"

"I know, I already heard it from Lüjia on the way..."

Samael sighed, his tone gentle, and raised his hand to rest on the top of the little head in his arms, stroking it softly.

Judging from her age, she is still just a junior high school student under the protection of her parents. The recent series of changes must have been overwhelming for her.

Right now, what she needs most is to confide in someone and receive comfort.

With the comfort of her "teacher" and "first love," the resolute Aozaki Aoko quickly rallied, looked up sharply, and her eyes flashed with a cold light.

"My sister made it!"