Seeing Sirin putting on a fierce act, Elysia's eyes flashed with a sly smile. She cupped Sirin's little face in both hands and gave it a gentle squeeze.
"Smooch!"
Sirin had only wanted to pretend to be angry and draw Chen Li's attention, but her face instantly flushed red, the color even spreading to her ears.
"Elysia!"
Sirin was so angry she laughed.
Who told you to pinch me?!
"Alright, alright, smile for me~ Such a cute face would be wasted on anger!"
Seeing Sirin smile, Elysia became happy as well.
As for how Sirin felt... Elysia had her own ways!
Elysia leaned close to Sirin's ear and whispered something unknown. Sirin gave Elysia a thoughtful look, then looked at Chen Li. After hesitating for a moment, she nodded.
"I'll let it go this time for Chen Li's sake."
Sirin finally unclenched her teeth.
"Are you two talking about something outrageous behind my back?"
Chen Li looked suspiciously at Sirin and Elysia.
"Alright, let's go already! Didn't you promise to take me to Amphoreus? I can't wait to begin a grand adventure!"
Elysia grabbed Chen Li's hand and urged him impatiently.
"When did I say I'd take you to Amphoreus?"
"Ah, but... liars have to swallow a thousand needles."
"I can swallow a thousand needles, but I didn't lie. I said I'd take you to raise an ignorant little baby who could grow into a cute beautiful girl. I'll definitely keep that promise."
Chen Li's expression remained calm.
"I meant a data entity."
Elysia reminded him.
"What a coincidence. So did I."
"I meant a data entity with some traits similar to mine..." Elysia added.
"What a coincidence. The one I meant isn't merely somewhat similar to you. She's practically you!"
"Liars have to be massaged until they throw up