I love time travel the most!

Huihui's parents suddenly became very busy.

Xiao Lin watched as Mimi, holding a sweet steamed bun I brought in each hand, devoured it as quickly as a squirrel, while simultaneously staring at Xiao Lin's profile.

Looking at the two sweet steamed buns in her hand, Mimi swallowed hard and reluctantly offered them to Xiaolin's mouth.

"...Here, have some, it's delicious."

The little girl, who hadn't eaten enough, kept her eyes glued to the sweet steamed bun that was handed to her.

The poor little guy.

"No need, big brother isn't hungry, Mimi can eat."

"I see."

Mimi sat obediently next to Xiaolin, quietly and attentively eating her sweet steamed bun.

It has to be admitted that even though Kobayashi isn't a lolicon, she couldn't help but feel fond of this cute little thing and couldn't help but hug her in her arms.

Meng Lang thought his actions would be rejected, but to his surprise, Mimi leaned against his chest and took the initiative to get close to Xiao Lin.

What's going on with this adorable creature?

At this moment, Piao Saburo said with a serious expression, "Mr. Kobayashi, no matter how much food you bring, I will not give you Mimi."

"I'm really not a lolicon!"

Xiaolin's protest had little effect.

Darkness and Aqua's gazes were fixed on his back, their questioning looks somewhat irritating.

Just wait, you two will definitely be taking care of the kids!

You'd better remember that.

"Let's get back to the topic we were just discussing."

Kobayashi rested his chin on his hands, striking a standard commander's pose. The unspoken pressure he exuded ironically gave him the upper hand.

"Mr. Piao Sanlang, there's a great business opportunity. I wonder if you'd be interested?"

"Business?"

"As far as I know, Mr. Piaozaburo does make magical items, but the sales don't seem to be very good?"

It's not just bad, it's downright dismal.

In fact, both the craftsmanship of Piao Sanlang's products and the quality of the magical items themselves are top-notch, but the high prices and bizarre side effects keep all customers away.

"However, I have a way to change the situation."

"...Please explain in detail."

It has to be said that Kobayashi's words hit a nerve; Piaosaburo, who was eager to change his current situation, was very interested in this.

"Do you know anything about prank props?"

"Prank props?"

"Prank props?!"

Piaozaburo and Sato Kazuma reacted differently; one was puzzled, the other surprised. Clearly, the modern Sato Kazuma was better able to understand Kobayashi's intentions.

That's right!

Piaosaburo's magical artifacts are very powerful, but they have all sorts of side effects. However, this is not the essence of why they do not meet market expectations.

The real reason is its high price!

However, lowering the price would actually make Piao Sanlang lose money; it's more accurate to say that he sells magical items at almost cost price.

Let's try a different approach then.

Lower the price while lowering the standards; reduce both the power and quality. Ideally, it should be a disposable item that causes no harm with each use.

This product has a fitting name in the market.

—Prank props.

Although profits will shrink, one can choose to increase volume, which will also satisfy Piao Sanlang's desire to create bizarre magical props.

"How is it, Mr. Piao Sanlang?"

"Great! Really great! Why didn't I think of that?!"

"Furthermore, we can help you resell your items, Mr. Piaosaburo, by selling them in various magic item stores, and we can even provide manpower when production is insufficient."

"This...this...!"

Not only the ideas, but even the production line has been arranged.

In this way, Piaosaburo no longer needs to do tedious, repetitive work, but can instead become a designer who specializes in designing prank props. Even the research and development costs are reimbursed by Kobayashi, which can be said to be the best possible condition.

Faced with such a tremendous temptation, even the tough guy Piao Sanlang couldn't help but tremble.

"So, what's the price?"

"No need for anything."

Xiao Lin patted Mimi's little head in her arms.

This was unintentional on his part, especially considering he was the father of one of his companions.

That's what it means—

"Even if you try to bribe me, I won't hand Mimi over to you."

"So I'm really not a lolicon!"

Kobayashi's roar pierced the sky.

Finally, in order to ensure smooth operation and prevent interference from external factors, or perhaps out of the father's last shred of conscience to protect his daughter, the two parties reached a 70/30 agreement.

Of course, Kobayashi Shichi.

In this way, Mimi will no longer have to go hungry.

Congratulations, congratulations.

Chapter 420 Madam, you're going too far.

Tonight's dinner is hot pot.

When there are many people, hot pot, which is convenient, quick, and can bring people closer together, becomes the first choice.

Of course, Kobayashi bought the ingredients.

In order to make sure Mimi ate well, he specially bought a lot of expensive ingredients, and even bought some expensive sparkling wine at Aqua's request.

However, Kobayashi and Sato Kazuma had little appetite.

"Honey, I heard that cabbage can nourish the skin and improve complexion, so I'll take care of the meat."

"Oh dear, honey, you're the one with thinning hair lately. You should eat more seaweed and salads."

As you can see, the couple's affection is on full display, and we've had our fill of "dog food" (a Chinese slang term for public displays of affection).

...It must be dog food, right?

It was a mix of sadness and a little annoyance.

I might as well let Liu Zi feed me, so they can have some dog food too.

Xiaolin's mind was filled with malice.

The young lady Darkness, probably sitting at such a small table for the first time, appeared quite reserved, and her movements were rather elegant.

Mimi, who has a small appetite, played around with Aqua, who had drunk a bit too much, after she finished eating. They quickly became partners and performed all sorts of bizarre banquet skills for everyone, earning a round of applause.

Huihui, on the other hand, was fast asleep.

None of her family members, whom she hadn't seen in a long time, were worried about her; their attention was all focused on the sumptuous dinner.

How little importance do you have on yourself?

"Oh, Mr. Kobayashi, is this maid one of your companions? Doesn't she need to eat? Please, don't be shy, join us."

Piao Sanlang refers to Liu Zi, who is sitting in the distance.

As a doll girl who moves by gears, she does not need food or air.

So it really caused a misunderstanding?

"Thank you for your concern, Lord Piaosaburo. I am a doll girl, unlike the fragile and lowly humans who will die if they don't eat for seven days. As long as my gears are not damaged, I can keep moving."

Liu Zi thanked her politely, but her sharp tongue that followed left Hui Hui's family, who didn't know her well, dumbfounded.

Knowing he might be being impolite, Kazuma Sato instinctively tried to explain.

"No, actually this is..."

"Big sister, that's amazing! Won't you go hungry if you don't eat?!"

Little Mimi stared wide-eyed at the elegant and serene girl with a look of adoration, wishing she had such a powerful skill.

Hey, what's going on?

Piaosaburo casually put down his wine glass and laughed heartily, "I see. Has this young lady transcended humanity and reached such a level? As expected of Mr. Kobayashi's companion, I am truly ashamed of my inferiority."

Not at all!

Kazuma Sato had dead fish eyes.

I just realized that the Crimson Demon Clan are all a bunch of chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) sufferers, and they probably thought that what Ryuu said was some kind of setting.

I was so nervous for nothing.

Piao Saburo told his wife to leave some food just in case. On the surface, he said it was because he was afraid Huihui would be hungry when she woke up, but he must have also left some for Ruzi.

A serious, tough guy who is surprisingly considerate.

This was just a minor incident during a pleasant dinner.

After so long, recalling the time when I was still in another world, I ate with my family and forgot all the troubles of the past few days, enjoying the meal with peace of mind.

It feels very homey.