Chapter 255: Forbidden Affairs

Chapter 255: Forbidden Affairs

Lu Xie strolled down the street, dressed in a black suit.

He slowed his pace, concealed his aura, and altered his appearance, blending seamlessly with the crowd like an ordinary man.

After being cooped up at home, even the finest services would eventually become dull. With the Rat Charm in hand, he decided to venture out to unwind, but the outcome wasn't as delightful as he'd hoped.

The once warm sunlight now felt glaring and irritating, not due to sensitivity to light, but because the righteous energy was more potent during the day. As the leader of Dark Energy, he preferred the night at this moment.

"I feel a bit irritable and want to destroy something to vent my frustration."

Lu Xie frowned slightly, muttering to himself as his emotions stirred within.

His temper had improved significantly since forcefully subduing the Black Hand. Most of his negative emotions could be released through sexual means, although Little Snake would suffer a bit, as she had to be filled up by him every once in a while.

To compensate, Lu Xie had not only provided her with endless wealth but also used his Dual-Complete Hand to make subtle adjustments, perfecting her curves, whitening her skin, and firming her body! He even secretly enhanced her physical abilities! Such a thoughtful gesture!

Despite this, there were still stubborn emotions that couldn't be easily dispelled, such as the desire to destroy, the desire to perform, and the desire to eat.

However, these desires could be restrained for now, waiting for the right moment to release them. Lu Xie suppressed the irritability brought on by the sunlight and followed the direction of the Rat Charm.

He had mastered the Charm Collector, becoming a living detector himself.

After a moment, Lu Xie stopped at the entrance of an auction.

"Welcome, sir," the doorman greeted Lu Xie warmly.

Lu Xie raised an eyebrow. "Do I need to go through the process of having people look down on me, insult me, and then have the high and mighty bow and scrape to me to get into this auction?"

The doorman was baffled. "Sir, I don't understand what you're saying. This is a charity auction, and there's no need for a ticket."

"Charity?"

The doorman's enthusiasm intensified, his face filled with sympathy for the less fortunate.

"Yes, every penny spent here will go to orphanages, impoverished mountain villages, and neglected elderly people."

It was amusing to hear about the leader of Dark Energy doing charity work, but considering that most charities were fake, Lu Xie wasn't entirely opposed to the idea. He entered the auction and found a seat near the front, waiting patiently for it to begin.

...

Cheng Long was surprised to find Xiao Yu behind him, appearing out of nowhere. After experiencing this so many times, he had become accustomed to his niece's sudden appearances.

"Xiao Yu, you should stay at home instead of following me to find Charms."

Habit or not, he had to say something.

"No, I just happened to be visiting the charity auction, and I ran into you here, Uncle Dragon."

Xiao Yu shrugged innocently. "Miss Hardman always teaches us to be compassionate. I think this is a good start."

"And that guy, Xiao Zhu, said he's going to the museum with his parents today. After this is over, I want you to come with me to support me, Uncle Dragon. You can't always be a secret agent and a kung fu star; District Thirteen doesn't pay you."

"Who said I'm a secret agent and a kung fu star! I'm an archaeologist!"

Cheng Long instinctively refuted, then recalled his recent misfortunes—fighting the Black Hand, being chased by ninja soldiers, seizing Charms, infiltrating museums as a thief, and spending a few days in jail...

Yes, he was an archaeologist.

The thought made Cheng Long's heart ache.

Xiao Yu: "You're right, Uncle Dragon! I'm glad you still remember your profession!"

She didn't like her uncle's archaeologist identity, but now she found it useful. For instance, when her friends were puzzled by historical artifacts, Uncle Dragon could eloquently explain them, showcasing his profound knowledge.

"But Xiao Yu, I might have a bit of a phobia of museums for a while."

His first-ever crime had landed him in jail. If not for his exceptional skills, he might have been violated by the thugs inside during his stay. He didn't want to go through that again.

"Not the museum that got you arrested; it's a different one."

Hearing Cheng Long's words, Xiao Yu tried to persuade him.

"Uncle Dragon, didn't you say that the best way to face your fears is to conquer them? As an archaeologist, you have to visit various museums!"

"You're right, Xiao Yu."

Cheng Long sighed, patting Xiao Yu's head. "I'll go to the museum with you, but first, we need to get the Rat Charm.

A round of applause echoed through the room, and a middle-aged man with Half-Glasses stepped forward, his voice filled with enthusiasm. "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for gathering at this grand event."

"Although people these days are increasingly practical, there are still kind-hearted and lovely people like you who are willing to donate and spread love to the world."

After a brief introduction, the host brought out some small items for the charity auction, all donated by kind individuals from their personal collections, with zero cost.

The seemingly worthless items, infused with love, saw their prices soar by several or even tens of times, and the audience below was thoroughly entertained, leaving Xiao Yu in awe.

"Dragon Uncle, if I give that host my unused hairpin to auction, can I get a Super Moose in return?" Xiao Yu asked.

"Probably," Dragon Uncle replied.

Seeing his money about to fly away, Jackie Chan felt a twinge of pain.

He didn't mind the capitalists spending money on charity to ease their conscience when cooking the books, but this price gouging was too much!

"The next item is a table lamp with an embedded stone featuring a mouse design. Starting bid: twenty dollars."

The host casually presented the item, a trinket among trinkets, not worth much, and his lack of enthusiasm was evident.

"Thirty dollars!"

Jackie's face lit up at the mention of the Rat Charm Object, and he was thrilled that it was so affordable. With the two thousand dollars he had brought, securing it shouldn't be a problem.

"Thirty-one dollars."

A somewhat familiar voice came from the front, but Jackie didn't pay attention as the price was low, and it was normal for someone to bid.

"Fifty dollars!"

"Fifty-one dollars."

The voice calmly followed with a higher bid.

"One thousand dollars!"

After several consecutive bids, Jackie couldn't hold back and raised the price, but the calm voice persisted.

"One thousand and one dollar."

Jackie, exasperated, shouted his final offer, "Two thousand dollars!"

"Two thousand and one dollar."

Jackie sighed, "...Are you doing this on purpose?"

He turned to Xiao Yu, "Xiao Yu, do you have any money?"

Xiao Yu searched her pockets and showed her empty hands, "I have two dollars and sixty cents left."

Jackie sighed, "Then there's nothing we can do."

Hearing this, Xiao Yu felt a mix of emotions, "The Rat Charm being sold for just two thousand dollars, that's such a bargain!"

Jackie also regretted his decision. He should have informed District Thirteen beforehand to provide some financial support. Now, he could only wait until the end of the auction to negotiate with the buyer.

"Sold!"

The host brought the hammer down three times, a look of joy on his face. Although it wasn't a significant amount, selling a broken table lamp for two thousand dollars was still an achievement.

The table lamp was taken backstage, and the next item was brought out. All auctioned items would be distributed after the event.

"Perhaps there's another way," Xiao Yu thought, noticing Jackie's worried expression.

Her eyes darted around, and she whispered to herself before raising her voice, "Dragon Uncle, I need to use the restroom."

"Go ahead," Dragon Uncle replied absentmindedly.

Xiao Yu quietly slipped out of the auction, not going far but into a secluded alley nearby. She scanned the area and found a brick.

"I remember Lu Ke using Shaping Magic to make cookies," she said, taking out a Lizard Specimen. She mimicked Lu Ke's movements and gestures, and with her natural talent for both Kung Fu and magic, she quickly mastered the skill.

A small piece of the brick silently detached and transformed into the shape of a charm, its surface twisting and turning into the pattern of the Rat Charm.

"I'm a genius," Xiao Yu smiled proudly, tucking the fake charm away and returning to the auction.

Instead of going back to her seat, she used her small and agile body to squeeze into a small box, sneaking backstage unnoticed by the staff.

The backstage area was spacious, cluttered with various items, and a few employees were chatting, complaining about their long six-hour shifts, inadequate wages for private doctors, and the decreasing frequency of weekend parties due to lack of free time.

Xiao Yu, hidden in the box, searched for the table lamp, finally spotting it in an ignored corner.

"Anna! You two lazy bums, get over here! The next item is a cabinet, so help me move it!"

A voice, presumably from a superior, called out from outside. The two employees cursed under their breath and reluctantly started moving the cabinet.

After the staff left, Xiao Yu seized the opportunity to crawl out of the box and approach the lamp. A faint smile appeared on her lips.

She took out the Rat Charm and kissed it gently.

"A sneaky little rat that sneaked in, an unloved Rat Charm, we make a perfect match, don't we?"

She tucked the Rat Charm into her pocket and replaced it with a fake charm, making everything appear unchanged. After all, the buyer wouldn't know that the charm had magic.

After completing these tasks, Xiao Yu decided to leave, but just as she turned around, she collided with a pair of sturdy and powerful legs and fell to the ground with a loud smack.

Her eyes darted up and down, and she realized that a hand was lifting her up. Then, her eyes met a handsome face with a mischievous aura, a face that wore a mocking smile.

"The little thieving mouse has been caught by the cat."

Xiao Yu's pupils constricted, and her mouth opened wide in shock.

It was the Black Hand thug who had sent Dragon Uncle to prison last time!

She began to struggle vigorously, and her mouth opened in a loud cry.

"Unlucky, unlucky, unlucky!"

...

Inside a luxurious commercial building, a large and small figure sat facing each other on a sofa.

"There are few people in this world who can keep an eye on me, but I always get caught by you, Luke."

Looking at the still somewhat youthful-looking boy in front of her, Chen Xiao Yu's face carried a hint of helplessness. "Is it because the Dark Lord and I caused too much of a stir?"

"You left a trace of your aura when you left the antique shop."

Luke skillfully brewed two cups of tea and handed one to her, with a slight smile.

"Details determine success or failure, Xiao Yu."

"I've heard these words several times, and each time I hear them, I have a different feeling."

Chen Xiao Yu took a sip of the tea, relaxing her body in the pleasant aroma. As she looked at the boy, her eyes held a hint of nostalgia.

"This look of yours is so cute; it makes me feel especially nostalgic."

Luke blinked and studied the grown-up Xiao Yu, "I must say, this is the first time I've seen you like this."

Xiao Yu's facial features hadn't changed much after growing up; they had just become slightly more refined and less youthful, giving her a more imposing appearance. Her figure was slender, but the subtle lines suggested a powerful burst of strength.

"From what you're saying, I guess I didn't stay in my younger form for long?"

"Sorry, I can't say. It's a prohibited matter."

Chen Xiao Yu rested her chin on her hand, revealing a mysterious smile. "You must be quite familiar with this line, right?"

"It's a catchphrase from 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya' where Mikuru Asahina from the future often says it to the male protagonist Kyon, involving some secrets about the future that can't be revealed to people of the present."

Luke's face turned a bit peculiar as he studied Chen Xiao Yu, then spoke with tact.

"Xiao Yu, you're not very similar to her."

Chen Xiao Yu's face darkened. She was well aware of how she differed from Mikuru. That character had a voluptuous figure with dimensions that rivaled a summer melon, whereas she... had a relatively low body fat percentage.

With those two burdens, who could still carry out tasks as the Chief!

Chen Xiao Yu let out a cold snort. "Vulgar! Even on your kind side, you're still so vulgar!"

Luke, who had a thinner skin on his kind side, felt a bit ashamed and lowered his head to apologize. "Sorry, I'm just a vulgar person."

After a few simple words, the distance between the two narrowed significantly, and they began to discuss serious matters.

"I'm here to capture the Devil Dragon this time. Once I catch it, I'll return."

"Devil Dragon?"

"A lizard dragon that isn't very popular at the Magical Animal Zoo."

Luke nodded, deep in thought, and suddenly asked, "Xiao Yu, are you the leader of District Thirteen now?"

"I'm the Chief!"

Chen Xiao Yu glared at Luke, crossing her long legs and propping one up.

"The Chief of District Thirteen personally came to capture an escaped animal?"

Chen Xiao Yu's body stiffened for a moment, and she silently lowered her propped-up leg.

"Is there anything wrong with that? In the current era, the Devil Dragon is still quite dangerous."

"When I mentioned that you weren't paying attention to details earlier, I think I was mistaken. Before you left, you repaired the Guardian Magic but forgot to deal with the aura you left behind. That doesn't seem very reasonable."

As if you were intentionally leading me here.

Luke frowned, sensing that the situation wasn't simple.

Chen Xiao Yu coughed lightly, seeming a bit uncomfortable. "Well, sometimes I do get distracted."

Seeing her like this, Luke's face turned slightly red.

"Um, Xiao Yu... If I'm wrong, please forgive me, but are you planning to crush me in this form?"

Luke: (〃〃)



Chen Xiao Yu: (￢_￢)



She silently drew her gun and aimed it at Luke.

"You might as well die again!"

(End of Chapter)

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