Digimon: I reached the top using the Knight item.

Did you ask?

Of course not.

Qi Ren chuckled somewhat sheepishly, but in his heart, these people were a team he considered his most important friends, those he had fought alongside, so not one of them could be missing.

Bai Yu didn't have any objections to Qi Ren's thinking.

However, isn't it a bit strange that Ah Hai was also drawn in?

Minami has at least become a beast tamer, but Akai hasn't, and he's not often around, so even if he does come, he's not a fighter.

Could it be that they want me to contribute another transformation device?

These thoughts only flashed through Bai Yu's mind; he didn't voice them to discourage Qi Ren's enthusiasm.

No one had any objections regarding the personnel, but some people couldn't sit still about Qi Ren's handmade battle flag.

The big-eared beast tilted its head and stared at it for a long time before speaking in its signature tone: "Isn't this flag a bit too rudimentary? Don't treat it poorly."

Ruki was much more direct than Big-Eared Beast; she crossed her arms and launched into a tirade without holding back.

"It's not just rudimentary, it's extremely rudimentary."

"And Qiren, what is this painting you made? It's terrible, it has no artistic value whatsoever."

Faced with a barrage of criticism, before Qi Ren could even defend himself, it seemed even God couldn't stand it anymore.

A gust of wind, neither too strong nor too weak, blew by, and the fragile wooden stick that served as the flagpole snapped in half with a "crack".

The battle flag, which had been fluttering just moments before, instantly slumped limply to the ground.

The scene became quite awkward.

Qi Ren was completely petrified. He looked at the "team symbol" lying on the ground, lowered his head, and let out a wail, unable to cry.

"Oh dear, how could this happen?"

Seeing this, everyone was stunned.

"Pfft!"

Bai Yu was the first to laugh, followed by Jian Liang, and even Liu Ji, who always had a cold face, couldn't help but smile.

The crisp laughter echoed through the park, dispelling the oppressive atmosphere that had followed the heavy discussion.

After chatting for a while, they prepared to go their separate ways.

Before they parted ways, Bai Yu learned something else.

That is, the Arc Light Machine can detect whether there are any Digimon nearby, and if so, it can also point out the direction.

This is why Ruki and the others are always able to arrive at the Digital Domain on time.

Well, the arc laser machine has gained another function, making it truly deserving of the title of the most practical Dinobot machine.

Chapter 99: Qi Ren, save me!

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Bai Yu's phone rang.

He groggily reached for his phone and pressed the answer button without even looking at it.

"Hey?"

"Brother Baiyu! It's me, Qiren!" Qiren's energetic voice came from the other end of the phone, full of enthusiasm.

"Let's go on patrol today!"

Bai Yu jolted awake, instantly becoming much more alert.

You just said yesterday that you would take responsibility, and you're already eager to start today?

"Who have you told?" Bai Yu yawned and sat up from the bed.

"I've called both Kenryo and Ryuki." Keito's voice sounded somewhat disappointed.

“But they both had things to do this morning… Ruki said she had to stay with her grandmother, and Kenji had to go to his hobby class.”

"So, it's just the two of us, is that okay?" Qi Ren's tone carried a hint of cautious expectation, afraid that Bai Yu would also reject him.

If Bai Yu doesn't go either, then he'll have to take Guilmon out by himself, which feels so lonely.

“Okay, see you at the usual spot in the park,” Bai Yu readily agreed.

"Great!" Qi Ren exclaimed, then hung up the phone.

Bai Yu listened to the busy tone on his phone, shook his head helplessly, and then got up to wash up.

However, when he actually met Qi Ren in the park and began the so-called "patrol," Bai Yu quickly regretted it.

He shouldn't have agreed to Qi Ren's request.

At first, they seemed to be doing a decent job, wandering around the park.

But before long, a group of chattering little devils came running over from afar.

"Qi Ren!"

"Gilmon!"

Leading the way were Hirokazu and Kenta, followed by a large group of classmates with curious and excited expressions on their faces.

Clearly, they were after the Kiel "Beast".

"Everyone..." Qi Ren was taken aback when he saw so many classmates, but then a happy smile appeared on his face.

The originally serious "patrol" mission was instantly forgotten.

Qi Ren was completely surrounded by enthusiastic classmates. While dealing with their barrage of questions, he cheerfully introduced Guilmon.

Guilmon became the focus of attention, surrounded by a group of children who touched and poked at it. Fortunately, it had a good temper and just tilted its head, looking clueless.

Bai Yu stood not far away, looking at the park that had been completely turned into a "baby-raising scene," and couldn't help but twitch his lips.

What happened to the promised patrol?

What happened to maintaining city security?

Was I the only one who took the relationship seriously?

Seeing Qi Ren surrounded by his classmates and completely forgetting his own existence, Bai Yu sighed and gave up the idea of ​​reminding him.

Oh well, I guess I'll just consider it as getting some sun.

Bai Yu simply walked over to a bench and sat down, watching the group of energetic kids running and playing wildly in the park with utter boredom.

After a while, Bai Yu's gaze inadvertently swept across and landed on another bench not far away.

Kato Juri sat quietly with her hands on her knees. Unlike the other students, she didn't join them. Instead, she watched her classmates playing together from afar, looking somewhat lonely with envy and a touch of melancholy on her face.

Bai Yu rolled her eyes, stood up from the bench, walked over to Shu Li, and then naturally sat down in the empty seat next to her.

"ah!"

Shuli was startled by the sudden appearance of a figure beside her, and instinctively shrank back.

When she recognized Bai Yu, she quickly lowered her head somewhat shyly and greeted him softly.

"Hello, Brother Bai Yu."

Seeing her nervous expression, Bai Yu smiled kindly and asked, "Why don't you go and play with everyone?"

Shuli became even more nervous at the question, and unconsciously gripped the hem of her skirt with both hands.

She glanced at Bai Yu quickly, then immediately lowered her head, her voice barely audible: "N-nothing, I don't really like making a fuss, I'll just watch from here."

Hearing this insincere answer, Bai Yu roughly understood what was going on.

This girl's problem, to put it nicely, is that she is delicate and sensitive; to put it bluntly, she is somewhat insecure and doesn't take the initiative to open up, making it difficult for others to enter her world.

It was fortunate for her to meet someone like Qi Ren, a gentle and angelic person.

If it weren't for Qi Ren, I really don't know when her heart, hidden behind the thick walls, would have been warmed up.

With a warm smile on her face, Bai Yu changed the subject: "You really like Digimon?"

"I... I was just a little curious."

Shuli retorted softly, but her hesitant reaction and slightly flushed ears betrayed her.

Bai Yu knew that the little girl was lying.

Everyone who came today is interested in Guilmon, this living Digimon.

Moreover, Shuli not only likes it, but you could even say she loves it, though she never shows it easily.

She publicly claimed that she didn't have any digital cards, but in reality, she had secretly collected a whole box full of them.

However...

Bai Yu pinched his chin, looking at Shuli with great interest.

Although this girl is inherently insecure, she usually maintains a carefree and energetic smile, and even occasionally does some bold things, making it impossible for people to see her inner timidity.

What made her act so out of character today, even too lazy to pretend anymore, and just sitting here all alone?

Bai Yu was unaware of the turmoil his serious scrutiny was causing in Shuli's heart.

A tortuous and complex train of thought was running wildly in her little head.

Why is he looking at me like that?

Could he have some other intention?

Yesterday he turned into that icy blue color, which looked really scary... Could he be some kind of bad guy?

No, no, no, he's Qi Ren's friend. Qi Ren is such a good person, his friend shouldn't be a bad person either...

But, if he becomes like that, will there be any side effects?

Just like vampires in stories, they are human by day, but need to drink human blood at night to survive...

He...he wouldn't be sucking people's blood too, would he?

Or is it... that he wants more?

He wants to...eat the child?

In Shuli's mind, Bai Yu's handsome face slowly overlapped with the image of a terrifying monster lurking in human society, waiting to prey on children.

Bai Yu finished his brief contemplation and was about to speak again when he uttered only one word.

"you……"

The word struck Shuli like a thunderbolt, instantly hitting her extremely tense nerve.

She sprang up from the bench as if a raging beast was chasing her, and ran as fast as she could towards Qi Ren.

As she ran, she let out a desperate, tearful scream.

"Qi Ren, save me!"

Chapter 100: When dealing with disgusting people, use your hands instead of your mouth.

Qi Ren was surrounded by his classmates and having a great time when he suddenly heard that shrill cry for help.

Qi Ren suddenly turned his head and saw Shu Li running towards him in a panic, like a frightened fawn.

"Shuli, what's wrong?"

Qi Ren quickly pushed aside his classmates and went to meet them.

Shuli buried her face in his back, clutching his clothes tightly, while her other hand trembled as she reached out, pointing to Bai Yu not far away.

"He He……"

Shuli's words were incoherent, consisting of only broken syllables.

Qi Ren looked in the direction she pointed, and Bai Yu was walking towards him with a puzzled expression, her hands in her pockets, her face full of helplessness and confusion, and she even shrugged at him.

Bai Yu was utterly speechless.

What exactly is wrong with this girl?

How did I scare her like this? Does my face look like some kind of monster?