I love time travel the most!

But Natsuki Subaru still decided to go and take a look.

There's still some time before the deal is finalized, and this is his effort in this cycle of reincarnation; it needs to come to a conclusion.

At this moment, the waiter who had been silent until now spoke up: "Lord Kobayashi, is it because you want to help this insect that you are so troubled? If you find it troublesome, I can take care of it for you and send him to see the goddess."

"Hey, Liu Zi, your words are as sharp as ever."

Natsuki Subaru wasn't discouraged. On the contrary, he felt relaxed because of Ryuu's sharp tongue.

He knew all too well just how terrifying the seemingly frail and small waiter before him truly was.

Ryuko asked curiously, "Lord Kobayashi, I've looked through the records 2000 million times, and you didn't introduce me, nor did I give my name. Yet, Lord Natsuki knows my name. What's the reason for that?"

"Don't worry about Liu Zi, this is the problem I find troublesome."

"That's right, that's right, don't worry about the details. Also, Liu Zi, I'm always ready to be sarcastic whenever you want. I'm almost inseparable from your sarcastic remarks."

"Lord Kobayashi, something terrible has happened! Lady Natsuki has lost her mind!"

"It's not broken!...No, it might already be broken."

The three chatted as they walked deeper into the slums.

About five minutes later, they arrived at a dirty, dilapidated hut.

"The place those people were talking about is probably here... but is this even habitable?"

Natsuki Subaru had deep suspicions.

The dilapidated house in front of me was only about the size of a small single toilet, with a wooden plank serving as the door, but the view inside was completely unobstructed.

No wonder that Ferute was so profit-driven.

Regardless, the thought of such a little girl living in such a dilapidated place makes me feel sorry for her, and the thought of forgiving her arises spontaneously.

"Living in a place like this, one has to shrink their already small body even smaller to survive. It's no wonder her personality has become so twisted. Ahhh, so pitiful, so very pitiful!"

What are you saying, you idiot? If you have time to pity others, you should pity yourself instead.

"That's gone too far, it's infuriating!"

As he entered sympathy mode, a call from behind made the three of them turn around.

Before them appeared the very thief they had been searching for—Felt. She glared at the three of them, clearly indicating that she didn't need their sympathy.

"That's a different kind of sadness. Anyway, it's so good to see you."

Faced with the girl who made no attempt to hide her displeasure, Natsuki Subaru couldn't help but feel relieved and put down the heavy weight in his heart.

The fact that the blonde little girl is safe and sound means that Elsa didn't do anything to her, and the badge is still in Felt's hands, which is good news.

Upon hearing Subaru's words, Felt snorted irritably, "What's going on? So you're guests. You've come here to see me? Judging from your clothes, you don't seem to be residents here."

"You have quite the eye for talent, not considering us as one of your own kind."

"Clothes, clothes. One is dirtier than the people here, another is about the same as the pedestrians outside, and the third looks like a noble lady. Don't you find it strange to see such a group in the slums?"

The little girl has a sharp tongue.

Her gaze was mainly focused on Kobayashi and Ryuu. At least Natsuki Subaru had rolled on the ground to gain sympathy, Kobayashi's clothes were clean and tidy, and Ryuu's attire could be described as gorgeous.

It's only natural that it would be exposed.

Ferut glanced at the three of them with disdain and asked, "So what do you want? If it's a theft commission, you need to pay a deposit, and the amount will increase depending on the quality of what's being stolen."

"A theft commission... a very greedy deal. You seem quite proud of your thieving skills?" Kobayashi's expression was slightly strange.

"It's just a matter of survival. Otherwise, we'll have to sell our bodies."

The blonde little girl said something heartbreaking.

However, this is not a reason for her to steal other people's things at will.

"It seems I need to make you understand the meaning of 'there are always people more capable than you, and there's always something beyond your understanding'."

"Aha?"

Under the bewildered gazes of Felt and Subaru, Kobayashi extended his right hand towards her.

"Steal—!"

A dazzling light suddenly appeared.

After it dissipated, a triangular badge inlaid with a red gemstone lay quietly in his palm.

A reversal of polarity?!

Chapter 358 If you run away again, I'll steal your bra and panties

The two were visibly stunned when they saw the badge in Kobayashi's hand.

Then Subaru Natsuki pointed at the badge and shouted incredulously, "What on earth is going on! Can this really be done? This can't be real, it didn't happen before!"

He never imagined that the badge he had been searching for would be obtained so easily. Remembering the grievances he had suffered, he felt an overwhelming pang of sadness.

Ferut quickly reached into her pocket, then her expression changed, clearly realizing that her stolen badge had also been taken.

She wasn't sure at first, but seeing Subaru's reaction, she realized she had been double-crossed.

"So that's how it is. You're also after this badge? You dare to set your sights on me? Looks like you've been underestimated."

The little girl pulled out a dagger.

In slums, double-crossing is a common occurrence.

She was usually the one who preyed on others, turning and running away after succeeding, and had never been caught. But now, she had actually encountered such a situation.

"Hahaha, you've got a taste of your own medicine, haven't you, Felt! Just accept your fate. We don't need you here anymore, so get out of here!"

After confirming his victory, Natsuki Subaru went on a rampage of arrogance.

However, this was done intentionally.

He knew Elsa was still nearby and hoped to scare Felt away so she wouldn't get caught up in the chaos. Unfortunately, this only fueled the little girl's rebellious spirit.

"How strange, big brother. How did you know I stole the badge? And how did you know my name is Felt? It seems you really are coming for me."

Ferut was convinced that the two were double-crossing each other.

Keep in mind that the badge is worth twenty holy gold coins, enough for her to take a big step towards her goal.

One of the rules of the slums is to never let the prey that has already been caught go out, and this is a bad habit she picked up.

Felt twitched her fingers slightly, increasing their dexterity, and said with a smirk, "Underestimating me will only lead to big trouble!"

As he finished speaking, a gentle breeze caressed his face.

In the instant Natsuki Subaru was stunned, the little girl darted forward with lightning speed, appearing before Kobayashi and stealing the badge from his unsuspecting right hand.

The two sides then distanced themselves.

Feeling the hard object being clenched in her palm, Felt proudly revealed her little fangs and spread her hands to show it off.

"See, I told you not to underestimate me. I seem to be better suited to this method of getting it back than to being a thief."

"Hey, this happened before too! Don't you have any professional ethics at all?!"

Natsuki Subaru stomped his feet angrily.

He had witnessed her superhuman speed, and given her smaller size, it would be easier for her to escape. If she managed to get away, he would definitely lose the badge, especially since they were on opposing sides.

Unless we restart, we definitely can't move forward.

"What should we do, Kobayashi?"

The triangular-eyed boy had no choice but to ask Doraemon beside him. He didn't blame the other boy for having his badge stolen, because Subaru Natsuki knew that getting angry wouldn't solve the problem.

Xiaolin smiled.

Feru and Elsa are somewhat similar; they are both so unwilling to admit defeat.

"Although I don't know how you stole it, the badge is now in my hands and there's absolutely no way it can be stolen again!"

"Oh, really?"

Under their gazes, Kobayashi reached out his hand again.

“Steal—”

The light faded, and the badge reappeared in his palm.

"Look, it's appeared again."

"Good job!"

Subaru Natsuki raised his hands high and cheered loudly.

He was a decent atmosphere-maker, but that was about all he did in the thieving skills competition.

"Very well! Young man, you've really angered me!"

The blonde little girl grinned, revealing a cute little fang; anyone who didn't know better would think she would bite someone with that not-so-sharp tooth.

This is a provocation!

This is disrespect!

This is a contest in which there is absolutely no room for retreat!

Ferut assumed a running stance again, the wind around her growing stronger.

She had realized that she was no match for them, so she slipped away immediately after succeeding, determined not to give them a chance to catch her.

Don't be nervous, just like always, like the moment before preparing to hunt.

Concentrate and find an opening.

The blonde little girl was completely focused at this moment, eliminating all factors that might affect her, constantly feeling the breeze and making perfect use of it.

Then--

Charge out!

Ferut never thought she would be this fast, faster than any of her previous runs!

I really have to thank you, buddy.