A Curve...

"Go ahead, Lord Shadow. We'll clean up this table... Liu Bai, you and Miss Acheron Firefly should rest well. We can't help with the treatment, but please allow us to do our bit in this regard."

Kamisato Ayaka spoke, neither Kujou Sara nor Kirara had any objections.

"Um, Liu—"

"Would you like to go for a walk to digest your food, sir?" Firefly was about to speak when Acheron interrupted her, "How about some light exercise after the meal?"

"Thank you for your guidance, Teacher Acheron ~"

"... I don't find it funny."

Acheron and Liu Bai got up and went outside.

Firefly: "..."

Guh...

Meanwhile, Shadow was still contemplating the matter of apologizing.

Unbeknownst to her, she had arrived at the door of her sister's room. Fox-Gong Zhengba was carrying a bowl, preparing to go downstairs.

"Hey, Ying, I've rarely seen you frown so deeply. Are you troubled by apologizing?"

"..."

It seems that my sister has discussed the mission with Kitsune Saiguu.

"... How is my sister?"

"She's already asleep. She didn't eat much fish, but she's sleeping more soundly now."

"That's great..." Ying breathed a sigh of relief. "I was indeed troubled by the matter of apologizing. Do you have a solution, Kitsune Saiguu?"

Asking for help was within the scope of her sister's permission.

"Hmm... a way." Kitsune Saiguu revealed a mysterious smile. "Shadow, you should know that you can't become the second Shin—in fact, Shin is also stuck in a rut."

"..."

That's for sure.

"Teaching by example is more suitable for you than verbal communication. Come here, I'll teach you..."

Chapter 103 The Curve...

Watching Raiden Ei Kitsune Saiguu couldn't help but chuckle.

During the meal, she told Kitsune Saiguu all about her troubles.

Although Kitsune Saiguu did not explicitly say anything about this, he still felt that his close friend was also getting stuck on a rut.

Do we expect the film to become real? Or to learn half of the truth?

Even disregarding the time factor, this idea would be difficult for Kitsune Saiguu.

After so many years of companionship, if one sister passes away, can the other continue on with a calm mindset?

Rather than considering entrusting their children to others, they should first consider how to minimize the impact of their own death on Ying.

If you really want to say something from Kitsune Saiguu... if death is the ultimate solution, then why should the next general be named Raiden?

Ying's personality is naturally unsuitable for management.

So Zhen is also getting stuck on this point. Sisters are sisters, but a general is a general. Zhen hasn't realized this yet—although such words are somewhat disrespectful for a retainer.

But the Kitsune Saiguu... does indeed favor hiring sons-in-law; if hiring a son-in-law doesn't work, normal marriage is fine too.

From this perspective, Liu Bai would be a very good candidate.

Aliens, with no criminal record.

Even if the rescue attempt failed, the person who performed the treatment was very dedicated, and everyone saw and appreciated their efforts. Inazuma owes them a debt of gratitude.

As for his temperament... so far there doesn't seem to be anything wrong with him, and he can get along well with everyone.

His abilities in all aspects are above average, if not top-notch, and he also has special abilities such as cooking and healing, as well as things like the Serenitea Pot.

Her age is just right, and her demeanor is impeccable.

Excluding the factor of "first meeting", she can be said to be a perfect candidate for marriage.

The only thing to consider is how to "restrain" Liu Bai.

Kitsune Saiguu wouldn't mind lending a hand in this regard. Ying is easily fooled, so she can play matchmaker and sway Ying into another trap, making her cling to Liu Bai.

Being stubborn has its advantages.

When dealing with people who value relationships, persistent pursuit can be a good strategy—though it can be a bit cunning.

This applies to both sides.

As a stubborn individual, Ying is prone to developing path dependence if he chooses to rely on others, eventually evolving into someone who "can't do without Liu Bai."

And Liu Bai doesn't seem to be the kind of person who is heartless and ungrateful.

Who can say that the two are definitely not a good match?

As for whether it will result in losing both the wife and the army?

Kitsune Saiguu doesn't care about this at all.

If Liu Bai truly possesses the charm to seduce Raiden Ei, then the disbandment of Inazuma might not be a bad thing. After handing things over with Anti-Entropy, the others can go home and find their own mothers.

Even Kujou Sara wouldn't stubbornly choose blind loyalty at a time like this.

However, these are things that Kitsune Saiguu really can't talk about in the true sense.

Given the current situation, it's best to minimize the amount of thinking required.

"Kitsune Saiguu, you've arrived! How is the Shogun?"

"It's gotten a little better, now rest." Kitsune Saiguu nodded to the group who were tidying up the table.

"... That's wonderful."

Kamisato Ayaka and Kujou Sara both breathed a sigh of relief.

[Kujou Sara Favorability: 2830]

[Kamisato Ayaka's Affection Level: 1720]

"Please do the dishes." Kitsune Saiguu clearly had no intention of doing any work. "Where is Liu Bai now?"

"Disintegrating with Miss Acheron in the open space outside... should be a martial arts sparring session."

"Oh..." Kitsune Saiguu nodded.

That Miss Acheron...

Hmm, thinking about it carefully, Liu Bai seems to have quite a few beautiful women around him?

This is really something to care about...

Kitsune Saiguu was also on his way to find Liu Bai, so he nodded and went out.

"Have you properly summarized your cooking experience today?"

As Acheron slowly and methodically attacked Liu Bai, he asked in a calm tone.

"I've summarized a few things? Like estimating the cooking time, etc..."

"You need to understand the ingredients better."

Although they were practicing swordsmanship, their conversation had nothing to do with swordsmanship.

"Cut it yourself and feel the texture of the meat – that's a good way to do it."

"So you mean don't rely on your knife skills... That's asking too much. Memorizing methods for judging quality is one way, isn't it?"

"I don't recommend it." Acheron gently pushed Liu Bai away with his wooden sword. "It seems someone has come looking for you."

"Ah..."

Liu Bai looked to the side, "Miss Kitsune Saiguu?"

"What a beautiful exchange between the two of you," Kitsune Saiguu said with a smile and a nod to the two of them.

"..." Acheron had no desire to pay attention to Kitsune Saiguu, and simply nodded slightly in response.

"You didn't come to me just to talk about this, did you?"

As Liu Bai put the wooden knife away, he asked.

"Yes, there is indeed a favor I need to ask of you." Kitsune Saiguu did not hide anything. "If you have time, I hope you can help take care of the Shogun."

"Me? If you're busy, don't you still have Sara and Ms. Kamisato?"

In terms of care, Inazuma has more than enough people. Although Kirara being cute, everyone else can get the work done.

Ying just can't cook, so feeding her won't cause any major problems.

"Sara?" Kitsune Saiguu raised an eyebrow. "Although they can help, if we let them help, the atmosphere will inevitably become a bit dull. Those two little ones can't really let loose in front of the General... or rather, in front of him."

"Hmm..."

Well, you can totally imagine how cautious and apprehensive these two were.

So everything was fine when I went.

"And you? Are you going to the shrine?"

"No, she's just genuinely tired of looking at me." Kitsune Saiguu laughed, seemingly quite proudly. "Just kidding. It's just that when we chat, we easily veer into business... You understand? The head of a powerful faction is seriously ill, and I'm his confidant..."

In other words, will the topic gradually become more serious and realistic?

"So I think that as a doctor and a friend you just met, you should be able to talk to Zhen about more interesting things. If we talk, it will inevitably make Zhen more worried."

"Hmm... I don't really care."

Liu Bai thought about it for a moment, and it didn't seem like this job would be a problem.

If something really happens to me, I can ask them to temporarily replace me.

It would be a good thing to have a good relationship with Raiden Makoto.

"Then it's settled." Kitsune Saiguu's smile widened. "By the way, we're all planning to stay here temporarily, and we won't be eating and lodging for free. If you need any help, please don't hesitate to ask us... By the way, could we ask for your bank card number?"

Although Liu Bai didn't ask for a consultation fee, they wouldn't refuse to pay.

Money is the most useless thing in this matter. Kitsune Saiguu is not stingy at all. If it can be used to bring people closer, it is a gain. If it can't, it doesn't matter.

"Well then, I won't bother you two any longer... May I wander around a bit?"

"Of course you can—but that's Deathless Ranch, um... I personally think it's better to stay away from it."

"Honkai zombie... ranch? Can you even raise animals like that?"

Kitsune Saiguu was only stunned for a moment, then casually made a sarcastic remark.

Raising Honkai zombie is not uncommon; it's just like raising lab rats, isn't it?

"I understand."

After bowing in greeting, Kitsune Saiguu bypassed the two and headed to the beach.

"Sir, I always feel that she has other ideas in her mind."

Acheron glanced at Kitsune Saiguu's retreating figure.

"Shouldn't you be careful?"

"It's quite normal to have other thoughts in your mind, isn't it?"

Liu Bai thought for a moment.

Indeed, while the reasons are plausible, the whole thing still seems rather abrupt.

This is only their first day here.

"No matter what, you still have Acheron, right? It's not a bad thing to rely on him occasionally, is it?"

"...Um."