Live Without Men
Lilian Mo raised a brow at Mizuki Rei. It's good that this guy was starting to be more sensible. Unlike before where she had to dump him towards a group of mutants, he would complain and mutter how evil she was.
But after a few days, he finally got used to it and would be the one to charge head first at battle. It wasn't because he was impulsive but because he didn't want to give his enemies any upperhand.
Under Lilian Mo's guidance, Mizuki Rei's battle instincts were honed and it can be said that he could keep up with Lilian Mo when forming strategies to raid stores.
He really did internalized all the things she was teaching them and wasn't just pretending to listen. This made her feel pleased.
"Mr. Ling has grown up. Since you've said it, you're responsible for training Jiaojiao."
Mizuki Rei gaped, not expecting the new responsibility that was given to him but seeing the challenging look on Lilian Mo's eyes, he became determined to match up to her expectations.
"Hmph. Just you wait, Lilian Mo! I'll definitely make Jiaojiao stronger!" He then grabbed Mu Qingqing's hands.
"Qingqing, don't be jealous with this, okay? I'm only going to train Jiaojiao to fight, nothing else. You're still the one for me, Qingqing." He said with a fond look directed to Mu Qingqing. There was a hint of pampering in his tone while his eyes revealed his deep feelings for his little fiancee.
Lilian Mo felt like gagging. She pushed him away.
"Don't even think about having any other ideas with Qingqing or Jiaojiao or else I will castrate you!" She hissed.
Mizuki Rei unconsciously cupped his groin. "You..! How can you be so perverted! Qingqing is my fiancée. It's only natural for me to care about her feelings! And you were the one who said to train Jiaojiao. Don't twist the tale!"
Lilian Mo ignored him and talked to Lin Jiaojiao. "Listen, this Mr. Ling may look like a decent guy but don't let your guard down. Men are not to be trusted. Don't be scared to retaliate. If he dares to do something, aim for the eyes, noise, throat, or groin!"
Lin Jiaojiao's eyes were wide and she unconsciously nodded, not knowing what to say.
"Reirei isn't bad, Momo!" Mu Qingqing protested. Mizuki Rei rejoiced inwardly when he heard this.
'Qingqing, you still trust me! Qingqing is still the best!'
Lilian Mo sighed. "Whatever you say."
"Hey!" Mizuki Rei was so mad. This scary girl is really too much! But instead of making a fuss, he turned to Lin Jiaojiao.
"Jiaojiao, how old are you?"
Lin Jiaojiao spoke softly, clutching the sword that was given to her. "I turned fifteen the day the apocalypse started..."
The three were surprised. The timing was really bad. The world became chaotic at the day of your birthday.
"Tell us about your brother? Do you where he is?" Mizuki Rei asked patiently.
"My big brother's name is Lin Fang. He is a doctor. We were supposed to go together to City B because we heard that there was a base being set up over there.. But as you can see, that didn't happen." Her eyes watered as she remembered her big brother.
Was he doing fine? Was he still alive? Did he managed to escape? She has so many questions but none of them can be answered at the moment.
Most of all, she wanted her big brother's comforting hugs.
"Jiaojiao, don't be sad. Big brother is here," he'd tell her while smiling gently.
Lin Jiaojiao cried harder after this.
"Jiaojiao, don't cry! If you want, I'll beat up your brother for leaving you! How dare he leave his sister!" Mu Qingqing fumed, shaking a fist in anger.
She went to hug the girl, patting her head. "Jiaojiao, don't worry. Momo and I are here. Who needs your brother? Who needs a brother! We can live without men!"
Lilian Mo placed a hand on her chest. Oh, her little pig was speaking such wise words. The little girl has grown up so well. Lilian Mo once again felt proud like a mother who was seeing her child talk for the first time.
On the other hand, Mizuki Rei felt his heart aching. How come Qingqing said this? What should he do? Qingqing said she can live without him!
No, it can't be. He does not want Qingqing to forget him.
"Qingqing, what are you saying? Don't you have big brother Qian and me?"
Mu Qingqing blinked. "Oh.. right, Reirei. I also have a big brother. But.. but.. It's fine because there's Momo... All I need is Momo!"
Mizuki Rei felt like he had been stabbed. Was his position really lower than the scary girl?!
He suddenly felt depressed.
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