Chapter 1169: Inducing Tears
1174. Chapter 1169: Inducing Tears
"Steel Chief."
Steel Treasure translated in his mind.
Qiao Sang looked toward Teacher Mikara.
Though she knew some causes of eye discharge, with Migala present, she likely had far more expertise.
Migala pondered for a moment before speaking:
"Wanting to produce eye secretions is usually due to environmental dryness, internal heat buildup, or eye inflammation..."
"Lili."
Li Ou Yasi wore an impatient expression as she interrupted with a call.
Too wordy. Just give the method.
"Momo."
This time, the Dragon King eagerly translated:
"It says you're too wordy. Just give the method."
Migala: "...".
"Cry yourself to sleep", Migala stated bluntly.
Crying before bed causes eye fatigue, which can increase eye discharge. It was a valid method... but making a Divine Rank familiar cry seemed excessively difficult. Qiao Sang cautiously studied Li Ou Yasi's expression.
"Lili."
Predictably, Li Ou Yasi frowned and called out.
The Dragon King didn't translate this time.
As Steel Treasure relayed the translation in Qiao Sang's mind, he whispered, "It wants you to suggest a different method."
Migala regarded Li Ou Yasi with a bitter smile:
"Actually, there aren't many methods suitable for you. As a fire-type Divine Rank familiar, conditions like environmental dryness or internal heat won't affect you much."
"If you insist on avoiding the method I mentioned, I could go find some Grass-Type or Toxic-Type familiars to apply some toxins or powders to your eyes, though that might be uncomfortable."
"Lili."
Li Ou Yasi immediately called out without hesitation.
Then go find them.
"Xia Xia..."
At this, Xialala wore a worried expression and called out, suggesting she should just cry instead—the toxins and powders sounded too unpleasant.
"Lili."
Li Ou Yasi turned to Xialala and sighed at its worried look, then compromised with another call.
Fine, she'd try.
"Xia Xia!"
Xialala brightened immediately.
Qiao Sang whispered to Teacher Mikara:
"Li Ou Yasi is willing to cry."
Migala exhaled in relief.
In her view, having Li Ou Yasi try the first method was ideal. As a fire-type Divine Rank familiar, finding a Toxic-Type or Grass-Type ability that could safely induce eye inflammation was problematic. Its internal Flame energy would resist toxins, giving it significant Resistance against ordinary Toxic-Type abilities, while powder-based skills would likely be ineffective. Judging the appropriate intensity would be a huge challenge.
"Xunxun~"
Before Migala could speak, the Treasure Seeker raised its claws and called out, claiming it had a perfect tear-inducing method.
It exchanged a glance with its Beastmaster.
Qiao Sang understood immediately, pulling out his mobile phone and handing it over.
"Xunxun~"
The Treasure Seeker floated to Li Ou Yasi's side, showily raised the phone, and searched for tear-jerking movies.
The next second, the page loaded with:
[Network connection failed. Please check network settings.]
"Lili."
Li Ou Yasi glanced at the phone and called out—clearly stating it had no internet access.
"Xunxun..."
The Treasure Seeker wore a disappointed expression as it floated back to its Beastmaster, returning the phone.
Qiao Sang took the phone, suddenly brightened, and turned to the Treasure Seeker:
"Bring out the chili peppers."
"Xunxun~"
The Treasure Seeker's eyes lit up. It quickly removed its Ring and pulled out a bag of crimson chili peppers—leftovers from supplies for the Crystal Producer and others.
"Eating spicy food might bring tears", Qiao Sang suggested.
"Xunxun~"
The Treasure Seeker floated the chili peppers before Li Ou Yasi.
Li Ou Yasi glanced between Xialala and the peppers before devouring them in large bites without hesitation.
Soon, the entire bag was emptied.
"Lili?"
Li Ou Yasi raised its head unchanged and called—asking what next?
...Qiao Sang was silent for several seconds before turning:
"Teacher, it's up to you now."
Migala thought: "Try not blinking for an extended period, or visualize sad memories to see if you can cry."
After a pause, she added, "If that truly fails, I'll find some tear-inducing familiars."
"Lili."
Nodding, Li Ou Yasi began staring open-eyed.
One second, two seconds, one minute, ten minutes...
Half an hour later, Qiao Sang couldn't help but say:
"Maybe I should go find tear-inducing familiars first."
Migala, already planning this, readily agreed:
"Go find the Tear Whisper, Melancholy Fairy, or Hundred Emotions Flower."
"Understood", Qiao Sang nodded, then turned to the Treasure Seeker.
"Xunxun~"
The Treasure Seeker immediately understood, channeling energy.
A black hole materialized.
As Qiao Sang prepared to step through, Xialala floated over, clearly intending to follow. He paused and said:
"You should stay. I'll return soon."
Of the three familiars Teacher Mikara mentioned, only the Melancholy Fairy was rare—the others were common street encounters.
Since Li Ou Yasi had agreed mainly for Xialala's sake, better to let Xialala stay with her.
"Xia Xia..."
Xialala's neck bud drooped as it called out, acknowledging.
"Lili."
Li Ou Yasi, still unblinking, wore an unhappy expression and called out—saying no one should go. She disliked seeking familiars for tears.
With that, she lay down again, calling impatiently:
"Lili."
She was tired and wanted to sleep. End the day here.
Qiao Sang: "???"
Migala: "???"
"Ya Ya?"
Fangy called worriedly, asking how she could already be tired from just not blinking briefly.
Li Ou Yasi, eyes closed, gave no response.
"Xunxun..."
The Treasure Seeker looked between the closed-eyed Li Ou Yasi and its Beastmaster, calling—should they still seek tear-inducing familiars?
Qiao Sang sighed inwardly:
"Never mind."
"Xunxun..."
The Treasure Seeker withdrew its energy, the black hole dispersing.
Send Xialala over... Migala gave Qiao Sang a meaningful glance.
Can you persuade her again... Understanding Teacher Mikara's intent, Qiao Sang signaled Xialala.
Xialala, equally understanding, approached Li Ou Yasi.
"Xia..."
As it prepared to speak, it suddenly sensed something. Its eyes flashed green as it extended its claws toward Li Ou Yasi.
Just as contact was imminent, Li Ou Yasi opened its eyes, caught the claws, and called sternly:
"Lili."
Don't touch it.
"Xia Xia."
Xialala hesitated at Li Ou Yasi's abrupt attitude shift.
"Lili."
Realizing its harshness, Li Ou Yasi softened its tone with an added call.
I'm fine. Just tired. I'll sleep now.
(End of Chapter)
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