"Thank you, Grandma." A sharp gleam flashed in Cheng Ming's eyes. He had already taken control of her. Henry's earlier decision to follow Ruki without hesitation had also been the result of Cheng Ming's suggestion. With his current strength, Cheng Ming could not even control a vigorous teenager, much less Henry, who had true qi protecting his body. But Henry's instinct for self-preservation was still lacking, and a simple suggestion had been enough to influence his actions.
If he did not get Henry out of the way, Henry's martial prowess might allow him to see through his little tricks. Then he would probably be beaten to death.
"The Fisherman's Seafood Ramen Shop may not be a famous brand, but the food is wonderful." Grandma and Kenta had independently chosen the same restaurant. As the saying went, gold would always shine, and the fisherman was just such a person.
"Sorry for the wait, sir." The proprietress emerged from the kitchen carrying two bowls of ramen. The instant Cheng Ming saw her, his eyes lit up. He felt hot blood welling up in his chest. He even forgot that his last reserves of emotional energy were meant to keep him alive.
Cheng Ming produced a pair of sunglasses from somewhere and concealed his blood-red eyes. In that same instant, the proprietress lost all awareness. When she came to a moment later, her movements were still graceful, but all their vitality was gone.
"Restore life to this land. Wood!" Juri waved Sakura's staff, but no matter what she tried, she could not awaken the Sakura Cards.
"If even that doesn't work, it looks like you really can't become a Card Magician." The moment Sakura finished speaking, she knew she had said the wrong thing. But despite her embarrassment, she did not take it