It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

Xu Shi smiled and said, "If they really don't care about our behavior, they wouldn't be so hasty to do such a thing."

"……Too."

Tang Shuang paused, then nodded without comment. "Tianli" doing this really gave people a feeling of "I'm afraid of you".

If they really still maintain their confidence as the mastermind, they would not be in a hurry to erase all possible traces.

Thinking of this, she felt much better. After all, just like Xu Shi said, they were now taking the initiative, actively trying to explore the bigger world and discover more things of "natural justice". If they could really do that, losing one or two "supervisors" might not be a big deal.

Of course, what made her even more pleased was Xu Shi's attitude. It could be said that he was full of vigor and vitality, or that he always maintained that high profile and was confident enough not to be afraid of difficulties.

It's hard not to be attracted to such a man, isn't it? Not everyone can possess such personal charm.

"... Let's not talk about that. I called you here today to have a good meal."

She chose not to think about these things for the time being, and instead focused on cooking, "Give me the fish...ah, why did you cut off the fish head?! I want to cook a whole fish for you!"

Hey?

At that time, I was actually not aware of it. I only realized it after hearing her say that. I just cut the fish head as the dog head of "heavenly law" and almost chopped it into pieces...

Ah this.

Fish: First of all, I didn't mess with any of you.

……

So in the end, the steamed fish became boiled fish fillets, and the fish head was used to make soup.

To Xu Shi's surprise, this dinner was not as good as he had imagined, like a farewell drink for a warrior. Instead, it tasted unexpectedly good.

"Did you really do it?"

There was a hint of doubt in his eyes, "Did you secretly order takeout when no one was looking?"

"Can't I learn to cook?"

Tang Shuang was unhappy. "Some people say that they disappear without a trace when they go out to play. In more than a year, I have to find some hobbies to pass the time, right?!"

Xu Shi looked away.

This was the tone of a serious complaining woman, and he didn't want to respond to it.

But Boss Xu was very happy in his heart - the reason why Tang Shuang chose cooking as a hobby was probably because she subconsciously wanted to cook for him.

Her horrible cooking skills were still fresh in people's memory. Governor Tang was so strong-willed that he would certainly not let such a thing become a stain on his life.

I'm afraid that a year ago, it would be difficult for anyone to imagine that the dignified and ruthless Director of the Inspection Bureau would one day give up his career and cook for his sweetheart.

There was a welcoming party yesterday, and there was one today as well, except that the people at the table had changed.

But the atmosphere was still very good. It could be seen that in the year that Xu Shi was away, the relationship between Tang Shuang and Lin Yue, the governor and deputy governor, had become much closer. Not only did they have more common language, but there were also some things that only they knew about, and Xu Shi was unable to get a word in for a while?

As for Shen Qin... although she has only been working in the Governor's Office for one day, she surprisingly gets along well with them?

Boss Xu buried his head in his food, wondering if he was the redundant one.

The dinner ended in this strange atmosphere.

"I've eaten. Thanks for the treat."

As night fell, Shen Qin gently put down his chopsticks and whispered, "Then I'll go back first. I haven't had time to clean up the dormitory assigned to me by the Governor's Mansion."

Yes, unexpectedly, she did not choose to live in Xu Shi's house, but made such a request to Tang Shuang.

"……Wait a moment."

Tang Shuang thought for a moment, then stopped her and said, "Sister Shen Qin, is it really okay for you to back out here?"

"what are you talking about?"

Shen Qin turned around, and there was a hint of trembling in her tone.

"You have been avoiding Xu Shi recently, right?"

Governor Tang said seriously, "Now that we finally have this opportunity to talk it out, are we really going to just walk away?"

This statement is very clear, or who can't see how she feels about Xu Shi?

Before, she wished she could turn into a pendant and hang on Xu Shi.

But recently, the relationship between the two has indeed become much more distant - including her series of actions, which indeed give people a feeling of deliberate avoidance.

"…He's just my brother."

Shen Qin pursed her lips and said so.

But anyone could hear the duplicity in her tone.

"Do you really think so?"

Tang Shuang narrowed her eyes, "Okay then, remember to come to work on time tomorrow."

"At the same time, you must also remember what you said today and keep this duty in your heart."

Her tone was a little aggressive, "Otherwise... I won't be polite."

"…What qualifications do you have to be rude to me?"

This seemed to have touched a nerve in Shen Qin, causing her to instantly retort, "No one else needs to interfere in the matter between my brother and me."

"Really just a brother?"

Tang Shuang sneered, "Do you dare to say that you don't have any improper thoughts about your brother?"

"That's not your business."

Shen Qin retorted, but this answer said it all.

"If that's the case, prove it to me."

Tang Shuang narrowed her eyes, "Or... you don't dare?"

"Why am I afraid?!"

Shen Qin was completely furious, but soon deflated, "It's just... my brother doesn't like me."

Watching all this, Xu Shi blinked, as if he just realized that he was the protagonist in their conversation.

In fact, he had to admit that he had not paid much attention to Shen Qin during this period, and could even be said to have ignored her.

But there is nothing that can be done about it - because Shen Qin's identity is very special. After all, the two of them are not real siblings, and her feelings and memories of herself are all false.

In this case, if it's just for fun, then it doesn't matter.

But it would always be a little strange if he were asked to invest real emotions in it like he did with other people.

Also, some people have a lot of beautiful women around them, and they don't have to rely on just one tree, so after all this, it seems that they really don't care much about it.

Well, you are tired of it now that you have it, right? If you are not a scumbag, who is?

"...If you can accept Xu Ying, why can't you accept Shen Qin?"

Governor Tang changed the subject and looked at Xu Shi meaningfully.

In her opinion, there is no difference between these two people. They are both beings whose memories have been reshaped, right?

Rebuilding memory means being no different from a new person. The past may not have disappeared, but it does seem insignificant in comparison.

These words made Xu Shi think seriously.

It seems to be true...is that so?

"In short, since there is such an opportunity, I also hope that you can speak out."

Tang Shuang showed off her majesty and said to them seriously, "If you keep being so confused, many things will only get worse."

She continued, "At the very least, you need to think clearly about whether you really want to be siblings for the rest of your lives... or become something else."

"so."

Tang Shuang concluded, "Even if it's only for now, let's respond to each other's feelings, how about it?"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 327: Do Kittens Dream of Performing Backflips?

2023-11-30

Looking at the serious Tang Shuang in front of him, four big words suddenly popped up in Xu Shi's mind.

See the picture poorly.

In fact, I should have thought of this a long time ago, right? Could she just invite me to her house for dinner? Even if I really wanted to eat, there would be a midnight snack waiting for me after dinner.

In other words, Governor Tang has no hobby of raising pets, otherwise she might not even have to cook, but would directly invite me to her house to watch her little cat perform backflips.

But Xu Shi did not expect that she would choose to match himself and Shen Qin at this time.

To be honest, who doesn't know what's going on between him and his good sister?

Coupled with the previous conflicts with the "Forgotten", few people would say anything about it, and just let things develop on their own.

However, Tang Shuang has a different opinion on this. Perhaps, as she said, Shen Qin whose memory was rebuilt is certainly not the same Shen Qin as before. In this respect, there is really not much difference between her and Xu Ying. If Xu Shi can accept Xu Ying, then why can't he accept Shen Qin?

Of course, it could also be that she found it strange that she was so cold and indifferent to Shen Qin - she had spent so much effort to train her to bully her, but now that she had really trained her, she ignored her? Then why are you here?

This is not the style of you, Boss Xu Shi, the number one villain in Night Sin City. Have you changed your personality?

Emmm...

"Sister Tang, please don't make it so difficult for my brother."

Before Xu Shi could react, he heard Shen Qin speaking from the side.

The good sister said calmly, "It's my own business that I like my brother. Even if we are not biological siblings, it's good for us to continue to maintain this relationship if he doesn't want to."

"After all, being my brother's sister is the luckiest thing for me."

Here we have to sigh at the power of "entropy increase of evil thoughts", especially for Shen Qin, who has also undergone a certain transformation - to be honest, her closed loop should be more stable than others, so it is expected to say this.

I just wonder if the little darling Shen He knew about this in the afterlife, would he be so angry that he would come back to life when he heard his sister treating a thief as her brother.

Oh, Shen Qin no longer has any memory of him? That's fine.

"But, no matter what, there needs to be a result between you two...right?"

Lin Yue also chimed in, whispering in Xu Shi's ear, "Actually, Shen Qin is very similar to my old self... I know how she feels."

"So... Master?"

Xu Shi blinked and glanced at the three girls.

So you guys have already colluded with each other, right?

What I am eating is not a meal, this is a fucking Hongmen Banquet!

He knew that Lin Yue and Tang Shuang had a very good relationship - after he left, these two, one black and one white, had already developed a comradeship through long-term cooperation, and it was not uncommon for them to talk to each other in private.

But between her and Shen Qin... maybe it's really like what Lin Yue said, their experiences are similar to some extent, both of them are the type who "turn back after losing their way".

Now seeing Sister Shen Qin being ignored and feeling wronged, it is hard not to feel sympathy.

Xu Shi was not actually a hesitant person, but he had to admit that when the internal strife in Night Sin City ended and his own perspective opened up, many of his thoughts did change.

Otherwise, with his previous personality, no matter who Shen Qin is, it would only be eight words to him.

If you do x but not x, you will be fined 50.

"…So, do you think so too, Xiaoqin?"

After thinking for a moment, he politely asked for the person's opinion.

"I've already said it before, as long as brother is willing, you can do whatever you want to me."

The good sister said cautiously, "Don't even mention my body. Even if... you asked me to die, I would do it."

Boss Xu was shocked. How could it suddenly rise to such a noble level?

Looking at Shen Qin again, the little girl's eyes were slightly red, as if she had made a huge decision to say this.

This charming look is indeed lovable - unless she uses her abilities to go crazy, little sister Shen Qin usually looks like a typical sickly beauty. With this expression and what she said, if you are not a white lotus, who is?

Of course, no one likes Bai Lianhua, but it would be different if you knew that what she said was true. The influence of her ability is there, and even if she occasionally sells tea, it is just a little trick to fulfill her wish.

"Then prove it to me."