Suspicious Intruder

The new Yordle was a little shorter than me, with brown fur, squinty eyes, and a conspicuous green hat with goggles hanging on it. It was Teemo!

"What's wrong, Zam? Who is this person?"

"You've come at the perfect time, Captain Teemo! I've spotted a suspicious intruder!"

Tie him up!

"Yes!"

The two men didn't listen to my explanation and simply took out a rope and tied me up. But that's fine, let's see where they take me!

The two of them talked about my "intrusion" the whole way. They went through countless deductions about my motives and the methods I might use, and all of them ended in the same way: I was caught. 👣🔥 🐍♡

It was only then that I remembered Teemo's identity: Swift Scout.

No wonder his deductions were so rigorous; I felt like an intruder listening to them. But they kept talking to themselves, completely ignoring my interruptions.

And so, the two of them carried me on their backs while chatting, until they arrived at a small town.

The town's architectural style is somewhat like the pastoral style of western Noxus, with buildings distributed very unevenly, some areas being very spacious while others are connected wall to wall.

The town has a small population, but you can still see people from all walks of life. Some are baking bread while wearing aprons, while others are selling oddly shaped bottles and jars.

When people saw Teemo and Zam carrying a strange human, they all stared in amazement, some smiling, but all were very kind, and none of them harbored any hostility.

Kled just said that outsiders aren't welcome here, but it doesn't seem like a big deal now!

Through observation, I discovered that Yordle have very different appearances, especially the men. In addition to their unusual appearances, they are covered with hair of different colors, even on their faces.

Their hair color is mostly different shades of brown, but there are many exceptions, such as Mangi's white hair and Gnar's orange hair.

Women are much better off; they mostly have big, pointed ears and blue skin.

As we traveled, people would frequently strike up a conversation with Teemo, their tone filled with admiration.

"Captain Teemo, you've caught another suspicious person?"

"Captain Teemo is amazing!"

With Teemo around, everyone feels much safer!

"..."

People were lavish in their praise, but Teemo just smiled contentedly with his eyes narrowed, rarely engaging in conversation.

Many people are saying he's caught another suspicious person. Did he catch one before? Unfortunately, Teemo isn't paying attention to me.

Soon we arrived at a Mushroom House, and the two of them finally stopped. At this moment Teemo gave Zam an order:

"Team member number three, Zam, listen to my command!"

"Yes, Captain Teemo! Requesting instructions!"

"The mission is now complete. Return to your post immediately and continue your surveillance. Notify me immediately if you encounter any other suspicious individuals!"

"Well... but I also want to see Tristana." Zam hesitated.

"What's wrong? Are you disobeying my orders?" Teemo's tone was somewhat cold.

"Could I carry this person into the base before leaving?"

"No, you go back now!"

Zam didn't leave; he just stood there motionless. I found it strange. Just a moment ago, he was completely obedient to Teemo, so why was he suddenly disobedient?

Since they're a reconnaissance unit, shouldn't they be strictly disciplined? And what does this have to do with Tristana?

Just as the two were arguing, the door of the Mushroom House opened, and two Yordle came out, each carrying a machine gun!

They saluted Teemo upon seeing him. "Welcome back, Captain!"

"You've come at the right time. Team member number three disobeyed my orders. As senior members, you two should give him some guidance!"

"Yes!"

The two men, following Teemo's orders, walked toward Zam. One of them pressed a machine gun against Zam's head, while the other tied him up.

Suddenly, Zam broke free of his ropes and shouted at Teemo, "I don't need you to tie me up! I'm quitting the scout team!"

After saying that, he stormed off. The two armed officers looked at each other, unsure of what to do. Teemo, however, didn't care and waved his hand, ordering his two subordinates to carry me into the Mushroom House.

The Mushroom House resembles a small building, with a staircase on the right leading to the upper floors; judging by its height, it should be about three stories high.

Teemo had two teammates watch over me and wait below, while he ran up and soon waved down to them, signaling them to lift me up.

What on earth is going on? It's all so mysterious, and for a military unit, this is far too casual!

When I climbed the stairs, I found a female Yordle sitting in a large chair, legs crossed, eating an apple while looking at me with disdain, acting like a big shot.

It's easy to spot her by the cannon next to her: Tristana, the Megling Gunner.

I once desperately wanted to see her, because when I was transported to Runeterra by accident on Earth, the last face that came to mind was hers. I've always felt that she was some kind of reason for my coming to this world.

I later told Poppy about this, but she didn't know Tristana, probably because she was younger.

Later, I was busy with various things and didn't have a strong desire to return to my original world, so I didn't inquire about her much. Now, we've met again naturally.

Teemo, who was just acting all arrogant, suddenly became completely subdued in front of Tristana.

"Gungirl, I told you we caught a real suspect this time, now you believe me, right?"

"Teemo, I'm warning you, don't call me 'Cannon Girl' anymore! My name is Tristana, the captain of the Megling Commando!"

After she finished speaking, she picked up the cannon and aimed it at Teemo, who was so frightened that he quickly begged for mercy, "I know, I know, I won't do it again!"

"Hmph, that's more like it. Leave this person here, and you can all leave."

"But the cannon... Captain Tristana, this person is from outside, I'm afraid..."

"What are you afraid of? Even you can catch him, what do I have to be afraid of!"

"Alright, then be careful!" Teemo dared not argue any longer, and left with two of his men after leaving me behind.

Tristana saw Teemo leave through the window, and instantly her aloof and impatient expression turned into a beaming smile. She even helped me untie the rope.

"Are you alright? Would you like an apple?" she asked, handing me a half-eaten apple.

"Uh... no, thank you."

"Oh, what a pity, you won't even try something so delicious."

"Why did you untie me? And give me back my beloved apple? Is there something you need my help with?"

You're right! I have something to ask you!

She was unusually excited when she heard what I said, and didn't know what to ask.