Chapter 66
"But we've already walked all day!"
She wanted to say something more, but all the energy was being used on herself, so how could she possibly be tired?
However, thinking about it carefully... it's true that Laurentina has been controlling her body all this time... so the mental strain must be considerable as well.
Zuo Jian realized that Laurentina's rest time had indeed been reduced a lot recently, and besides, it was already late at night, so she should rest too.
[Alright, give me control of the body. Go and rest, Laurentina.]
Okay~
Then, under the Doctor's somewhat incredulous gaze, she saw Laurentina's pupils suddenly turn blue, and then her whole being seemed to take on a gentler aura.
Is that even possible?
Originium Arts?? Is it even possible to do something like that?
That's incredible!
And... what a temper... How infuriating! She was just sleepy! And she let her Originium creature take over the controls! How awful! What kind of pampered young lady are you?!
The Doctor felt a deep sense of injustice when he thought about how he had been living alone all this time!
Damn it! Oh no! This is absolutely terrible! A host with this kind of personality definitely fits the "terrible" criterion!!!
However, just as the Doctor was thinking this, he suddenly felt a chill down his spine, as if some cold gaze was staring intently at him.
She looked down and noticed that the eyeball that had been talking to her, originating from the sash of her dress, had also changed from blue to red.
That ominous gaze originated from there!!
"Hello, Doctor's Name], weren't you having a pleasant chat with Zuo Jian just now? Why don't you continue the conversation with me?"
Laurentina moved closer to the Doctor, her pupils narrowing slightly, exuding an aura that made the Doctor somewhat fearful!
Could it be?!
She's really concerned about the conversation she just had with her Originium Creature!
Ugh! Namo San! What an intense desire for control!!!
Oh no! This is terrible!!!
Does this mean I'll be spending the rest of the journey with them for the time being?
"Alright, Laurentina, go and rest. Don't scare Miss Doctor anymore."
"Your panic just now wasn't intentional."
Zuo Jian sighed, then replied.
[Tsk... Good----]
[So you didn't secretly run off with that guy behind my back, did you?]
"What nonsense are you talking about? Didn't we agree that I would stay with you, at least until I help you find your companions?"
[... real?]
"Really... so you've been worried about this since the very beginning?"
[No... actually I know... but I'm just not feeling well...]
As if realizing that her behavior just now had been somewhat willful, Laurentina's tone softened considerably.
In this respect, Zuo Jian was actually quite happy for her.
There will always be people who have the right to be unreasonable, but how many of them are actually aware that they are being unreasonable?
"It's alright, he was just a stranger I helped out of convenience, we won't have any further interaction."
Zuo Jian said to Laurentina as if making a guarantee.
"Doctor, your car, we've arrived."
"Then we won't bother you any longer. Also, please be careful when you light fires for warmth in the future."
Zuo Jian finished speaking, he put down the Doctor's skirt, which was wrapped around his arm.
"Huh? Oh... wait, you mean..."
The Doctor suddenly froze on the spot. What the heck? She was just trying to convince herself to travel with them... but judging from their expressions... they had absolutely no intention of joining her??
Wait, wait, wait!
This is something you absolutely shouldn't do!
If you are still alone, the chances of dying in the wilderness are almost 100%!
But... thinking about it carefully... it seems I don't have any reason to ask them to travel with me?!
Broken!
Bad bad bad bad bad bad!!!
"Um! No, this! Um... right! You're traveling in the wilderness, where are you headed?"
The Doctor waved his hand frantically and then asked...
"Where to? If nothing unexpected happens, it'll probably be Victoria-- "
"What a coincidence! I was just on my way to Victoria! You see... you saved me, so let me repay you! Take a ride in my car! I know this road very well!"
The Doctor quickly stepped forward, grasped Zuo Jian's hand, and exclaimed...
"Repayment... is not necessary. After all, we didn't come to help you in exchange for anything. But speaking of which, are you very familiar with Victoria?"
Zuo Jian was somewhat surprised; it seemed that this young lady with the Doctor's knowledge of Victoria was quite extensive.
"Of course! I know Victoria very well!"
Upon hearing that there seemed to be room for negotiation, she quickly patted her not-so-impressive chest.
"Victoria has a vast territory, bordering several core countries, and also possesses several frontier areas and exclaves..."
Zuo Jian watched as the Doctor began to eloquently recount his various pieces of information about Victoria, and it seemed to make perfect sense.
But why... aside from a few minor discrepancies, he felt like he'd heard that word somewhere before.
[She's lying.]
"You're still awake? Sorry, did I wake you?"
Zuo Jian asked Laurentina somewhat awkwardly.
... Actually, she had no intention of resting at all!
Just kidding. Although she says she trusts Zuo Jian, how could she possibly just fall asleep like that and leave her Zuo Jian alone with that woman who looks awful at first glance!?
Although she looked like an ordinary girl, Laurentina was certain that the other person was no ordinary individual.
Instinct told her that the woman was actually dangerous.
It's dangerous in every aspect.
However, she naturally wouldn't tell Zuo Jian such a thing.
She knew this would put him in a difficult position, and in this situation, he needed her! Laurentina!
Zuo Jian, her most trusted and reliable host, has come to help her get rid of this burden!
No matter how dangerous the other party is, she will find a way to nip the crisis in the bud, and without disturbing Zuo Jian!
After all, only she can do this right now!
Go Laurentina! Protect Zuo Jian, for his safety and for everything else!
"I remember now..."
Zuo Jian suddenly frowned, then spoke.
"Um, you... you've also read that Terra Travel Guide?"
"The similarity seems a bit too much," he asked the Doctor.
Upon hearing that his introduction had been recognized, the Doctor froze, then immediately prostrated himself on the ground, apologizing and shouting...
"I'm so sorry!! I don't really know Victoria very well, but please, please let me give you a ride! Otherwise, my conscience will be tormented and I'll wish I were dead!"
Although he said that, the Doctor actually left some room for maneuver.
Some things can't be revealed all at once; they need to be revealed separately.
For example, if she is rejected again, she can say that the chance of her dying suddenly while walking alone in the wilderness is almost 100%, and then try to beg the other person to accompany her through the wilderness.
.
Breaking down your requests into smaller, gradual steps is much better than trying to do everything at once.
After all, she already had a clear enough understanding of her own luck or something else, so she decided against gambling it all on at once.
Getting the desired item in a single pull? Keep dreaming about that.
However, in Laurentina's eyes, this appearance was a completely different story.
Still pretending! Still pretending!
This woman clearly wants to take advantage of Zuo Jian, but she's portraying herself as so kind!
Damn it! My guess was right, she's a treacherous and wicked woman!
"Is... is that so..."
Seeing the Doctor's exaggerated reaction, Zuo Jian quickly helped her up.
"I'm actually fine, but Laurentina? What about you?"
[Say yes to her.]
Laurentina looked at the Doctor and squinted her eyes.
Fine, since you're going to pretend like this, I'll play along. When you finally show your true colors, I'll let Zuo Jian realize what kind of wicked woman you really are!
Then, he used this to warn Zuo Jian that not everyone is as simple as they seem!
A perfect plan!
She pondered this.
"They agreed so easily...?"
Zuo Jian was somewhat puzzled, but then he thought, "Isn't it a good thing that my Shark is so magnanimous and able to distinguish right from wrong?"
That means you've grown up!
"In that case, we'll travel with you for a while. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and look forward to your guidance along the way, Doctor."
After he finished speaking, he extended his hand.
The latter was taken aback; she hadn't expected to agree so easily. She quickly cupped Zuo Jian's, or rather, Laurentina's, hands in her own.
"Please give me your guidance... please take care of me! Zuo Jian... and Laurentina as well."
(Doctor, we've pulled a powerful and versatile operator— Specter Zuo Jian!)
Chapter Twenty-Seven, Zuo Jian, the Best Wilderness Survival Partner!
Zuo Jian manipulated his tentacles, extending the softened tips little by little towards the outer layer of the land vehicle, absorbing all the bloodstains and internal organs that covered it.
Of course, it is not absorbed as nutrients.
The structure, resembling a vacuum cleaner, sucked up the blood and then disposed of it in a pit dug nearby.
They threw it in along with the severed limbs.
Although the scene was quite disturbing overall, you could tell from the way the Doctor looked like he really wanted to vomit, but after squatting there and gagging for a long time without being able to get anything out of his stomach.
However, Zuo Jian himself didn't feel anything.
Perhaps people have become accustomed to my killings after these few incidents.
... Oh.
Habits are truly terrifying things.
He shook his head with a wry smile, then picked up the clumps of broken organs from the ground and threw them into the pit beside him.
"But speaking of which... Laurentina, maybe you should be more careful next time. It's a bit too creepy to have it all over the place."