Chapter 104

Moreover, in theory, dreams rarely feature consecutive scenes and are inherently unpredictable.

The area he was in at that moment... not only had a pattern, it was practically indistinguishable from reality.

And... is this Columbia?

He had no recollection of ever being in Columbia, and his knowledge of the region was limited to a few glances at a Terra Guide.

Moreover, what he saw was completely different from what he had noted in the guide.

The guide described Columbia as a wasteland, a hotbed of cowboys with spiked heels who would stab people in the back, and a land where people would dig for Pure Gold with Pure Gold or knives.

Although Columbia he sees now is also a vibrant land where everything thrives.

However, the way people "cultivate" has clearly changed dramatically.

Is it a dream? Or reality?

He looked down and glanced at Rosemary, who was eating a children's meal with her head down.

If it's a dream... then all of this is fake.

But in reality... it would mean that I've just saved a life and can't just leave it unattended.

How can this be verified?

Suddenly, Zuo Jian seemed to have an idea.

He stood up and told Rosemary to stay in her seat and not move around, saying he would be right back.

Immediately afterwards, Zuo Jian went straight to the front desk and called out to the cashier standing next to him.

The latter sighed. To him, this was just a guest with rather strange behavior, but overall still considered friendly.

With a standard smile, the cashier asked.

"Sir, is there anything else...?"

"I'm asking you, which banks are still open nearby?"

"Bank, customer, what do you want to do..."

"Hehe, what do you think? Going to the bank, what else would you want to do?"

A strange laugh came from the Zuo Jian, startling the cashier.

Shivering!

No wonder he didn't rob me; it turns out he was preparing for something bigger!

In an instant, the cashier, who had once again labeled Zuo Jian as a "ruthless person," pondered for a moment before speaking without hesitation.

"Go straight this way, turn left after 300 meters, there's a bank that's open all year round, you can go there, just remember to avoid the security cameras on the right side of the entrance... Good luck?"

Are you kidding? Could he possibly stop the other person?

He's already being kind enough by not taking anything from me at this point, why would I want to cause trouble?

Anyway... banks have been robbed more than once or twice, so they definitely have more experience dealing with this kind of situation than we do.

"Really? Very good, very good."

Zuo Jian straightened the paper bag on his head, and then left McDonald's's.

He was going to verify something.

Speculation about... whether this moment is reality or a dream.

Zuo Jian thought to himself, then quickly went to the bank, transformed his head into Laurentina's likeness, and then took off the paper bag.

... It seemed somewhat difficult for this body to maintain Laurentina's face, for some reason.

Moreover... after transforming my face into Laurentina's, I felt that some restless thoughts inside me were suppressed.

At least they won't say anything so incredibly embarrassing anymore.

Damn it, I suddenly feel a little lost.

He thought of it and then went straight into the bank.

"Hello, I'd like to check my account balance and storage information."

"Sorry, I forgot my card with me, but I remember the card number and the transaction numbers from my most recent payments."

"And... the account should have the account holder's information, thank you."

"Hmm, no need to open a new card. After the identity verification is successful, I'd like to..."

With 3,000 Lungmen Coins in cash, Zuo Jian returned to McDonald's's.

"Let's go, Narcissa, let's find a place to stay."

"Who are you?"

Narcissa turned her head and looked at the beautiful older sister who had suddenly appeared beside her with some confusion.

He paused, then suddenly remembered something, sighed, picked up a fresh paper bag from the plate beside him, poked two holes in it, and put it back over his head.

"Ha! Commander -Zuo Jian has been resurrected! Let's go, my men, we're about to set off to find our own evil stronghold!"

"Zuo Jian, you're back."

The final image he saw was of a single bed in an ordinary hotel in Columbia. The sun was slowly rising, and he grew increasingly sleepy. Watching Narcissa gradually fall asleep on the bed, he leaned against the bed and closed his eyes as well...

Then, the hangover completely disappeared, and I felt no burden at all, as if I had a lucid dream in a peaceful sleep.

Zuo Jian opened his eyes and the first thing he saw was a pair of red eyes staring quietly at him.

Laurentina blinked and watched as Zuo Jian, who was lying next to her, slowly got up.

"Good morning~ Zuo Jian ~"

"Good morning... I don't feel tired at all... It really feels like a dream."

He was stunned, looking at everything around him, as if everything that had just happened was nothing but an illusion, a dream.

With a sigh, the flesh dissolved and reformed around Laurentina.

[Phew... this feels so good.]

"Ugh, you're so annoying, always bothering me first thing in the morning!"

[What are you saying?]

"Just kidding, what's wrong? You seem to have something on your mind."

Laurentina smiled and then stood up, looking at Zuo Jian, who had already mimicked her formal attire.

[Laurentina, you have a cell phone... or rather, a communicator, right?]

"Yes, I bought one yesterday. It'll be much more convenient."

As she spoke, she took out something that looked similar to a cell phone from the side.

[Can I check your bank card account?]

"Of course, why not?"

Laurentina tilted her head, then took out her card and placed it on the back of the communicator. The screen then switched to the password page. After entering the password, she waved it in her hand.

"Wait... why is there an expenditure of 3,000 Lungmen Coins... what's going on?! Did I get hacked?"

[... So it really wasn't a dream after all.]

[It's alright, Laurentina. I used that money; I'm sorry I didn't tell you beforehand.]

Zuo Jian placed the tentacle of his eye on Laurentina's shoulder and said somewhat apologetically.

Upon hearing that it was for Zuo Jian, Laurentina's furrowed brows suddenly relaxed.

"Oh, it's you. It's alright then. Honestly, you could have just told me about this. After all, I would definitely support Zuo Jian if he needed it."

[Really?... That's wonderful.]

"But... why is the payment address in Columbia?"

Laurentina turned her head and asked with some confusion.

[This is what happened...]

Zuo Jian opened his Zuo Jian and briefly described the strange "dream" he had entered over the past two days.

However, to his surprise, Laurentina froze on the spot after hearing it.

[Laurentina? Why aren't you saying anything?]

"Zuo Jian... what you just said... is it true?"

She turned her head in disbelief and asked in a low voice.

[Do I look like the kind of person who makes up a little story every day after waking up?]

"What?! So, you're using my money to support other women?!"

In an instant, Laurentina's voice rose sharply, and she asked loudly incredulously.

[No, why are you making it sound like I'm cheating on you...]

"Isn't that right?! You swore it to me so confidently last night! And then you went to see another woman all night! You scumbag! You liar!"

[What?! I don't remember saying anything strange to you last night! And didn't you say you'd definitely support me if I needed anything?]

"How can that be the same?! I'd definitely support you if you used my money for yourself! But you're using my money to support other women! That's not just ordinary betrayal! We have to crack down on this!!!"

[I already said, I just saved a little kid, probably only about Anita's age! It's nothing special, don't overreact! You're a grown woman, why are you worried about other kids competing for your attention?]

Zuo Jian in disbelief, wondering why Laurentina was reacting so strongly.

"... It's not about vying for favor..."

She said in a low voice, somewhat angrily.

... Okay, it's my fault, but I can't just leave them alone.--

"Snort!"

Laurentina turned her head, adopting an attitude that said she wouldn't listen no matter how you explained it, leaving Zuo Jian momentarily at a loss for words to comfort her.

Fortunately, the situation was abruptly resolved.

The door opened.

"Um... Zuo Jian, are you making breakfast today?"

The Orca peeked into the room, staring at Laurentina with some curiosity and asking her a question.

Chapter Sixty, Skadi's Wonderful Adventure

"Hey, Shark, you can cook?"

Skadi tilted her head, standing in the kitchen doorway watching Laurentina was sulking inside.

"Won't."

The latter didn't even turn his head, but just coldly uttered a remark.

"Then why not have Zuo Jian cook?"

"He's such a busy man! He spent the whole night taking care of a kitten of unknown origin that he'd only known for a few days. Honestly, he just told the kitten we were family, that he was so happy, and that he'd been keeping me company, and then what? He closed his eyes and ran off to someone else—"

Laurentina spoke in a sarcastic tone, but her speech became faster and faster, and she gradually began to grit her teeth.

"Ah, that's true, that's true. Zuo Jian such a kind, compassionate, and broad-minded person, how could he only have room for me in his heart? I'm just a small, ordinary little Shark, how much of a place could I possibly occupy in the heart of such a great person? Maybe in his heart I'm no different from those people he's only known for less than two days."

She spoke faster and faster, and the atmosphere in the kitchen quickly became resentful, accompanied by Laurentina's constant mutterings and the sound of her raising the kitchen knife and chopping away at the half-eaten Scale Beast on the cutting board.

Skadi observed Zuo Jian when processing Scale Beast, they would remove the scales and internal organs before cooking the whole beast.

But Laurentina was chopping as she spoke, her hands and mouth moving faster and faster, to the point that the cutting board itself was almost chopped to pieces.