Ultraman: Forced to become the Dark Boss

I'll have to carry that guy back and serve him meals. I knew he would never agree to bring that man back.

Suddenly, a slight commotion arose from the main house. Aoba's father quickly stood up, extinguished the cigarette he had just lit, threw it on the ground, stomped on it a few times, and walked towards the main house.

"Have we had guests?"

Inside the room, lying on the bed was a woman who looked very weak, her face pale and sickly, but her spirits were still relatively good.

"Yes."

Aoba's father didn't say much, but looked at his wife with concern: "What was that noise just now? I thought something had happened to you."

As he spoke, he sat down quite naturally on the low stool by the bed. Not far away was a low sofa with some simple bedding on it. He usually slept here at night so that he could take care of his wife at any time.

After his wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness last year, he resolutely gave up his job and took her back to the hometown where they fell in love.

Nestled among the mountains, this small village boasts beautiful scenery, clear waters, and fresh air—a place they had planned to retire in. Unexpectedly, tragedy struck when his young wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness...

This family has exhausted all their resources to treat the illness, but the disease's power has exceeded their expectations.

As her life entered its final countdown, in the last days of her life, the wife's only hope was to return here, because their most beautiful memories were all here.

Aoba, who deeply loved his wife, naturally agreed.

Moreover, the environment here might be helpful for his wife, whose condition is worsening.

The brother and sister, who had just finished their studies, also temporarily put aside their work and returned here to accompany their terminally ill mother.

"nothing..."

Kaori Koki managed a weak smile.

She had just wanted to go out and take a look, but she never imagined that her body was in such a bad state that she couldn't get up on her own.

Not wanting Aoba to worry, Kaori naturally chose to keep this a secret.

"Yeah."

The couple has been together for many years, rarely argues, and their relationship has always been peaceful and happy.

So perhaps Aoba understands Kaori better than she does herself.

However, at this point, he wouldn't expose them.

To avoid worrying his wife, Aoba didn't explain that his daughter had brought home a guy of unknown origin; in any case, he wouldn't allow this man to stay in the house for long.

...

"Xia Muxiong..."

Noi gradually regained consciousness and instinctively sensed his surroundings.

As consciousness returned, Noi gradually regained control of her body.

He controlled his fingers and moved them a few times. After a moment of relaxation, he succeeded!

This indicates that the body's functions have not yet reached a very bad state.

He dared not use the dark power within his body again, as this power offered no help whatsoever to his recovery.

With his own efforts, Noi managed to open his eyes. The blinding light made him, who had been in darkness for so long, feel somewhat uncomfortable.

After getting used to it for a while, he began to look around at his surroundings.

The room was completely unfamiliar; it didn't seem to be a UPC.

Judging from the simple decorations inside the room, the cheerful birdsong outside, and the vibrant greenery, Noi was certain that this was no longer Area B.

This matched his last memory: another dark giant had saved him and then carried him away from the battle.

But I don't know why I left myself alone again. Was it because I felt like I was a burden?

Noi seemed to find some images in his memory, but as he recalled them, his head began to spin.

But one thing is certain: it is safe here now.

The thin blanket covering him indicated that someone had rescued him.

The clothes on my body had been changed, and there was a faint coolness on the wound. The pain was almost negligible, indicating that it had been carefully treated.

Noi lifted the blanket and stood on the wooden floor.

Looking around, he hesitated for a moment, then walked towards the door.

Unfortunately, he overestimated his recovery ability.

Before he could take two steps, he collapsed to the ground, exhausted, with a dull thud.

"Hey, your injuries haven't healed yet! Please don't move around unnecessarily; take responsibility for your health!"

Seemingly having heard the noise, a small head tentatively peeked out from outside the door. The cautious gaze met Noi's, who was sitting weakly but wary on the floor. After a brief moment of surprise, the girl subconsciously scolded him.

"You saved me?"

Noi raised his head slightly; he didn't like looking up at people, and he was indeed too tired right now.

"Yes, and my brother too. We found you on the mountain... Let me help you up first."

The girl blinked and nodded firmly. Then, before Noi could refuse, she ran in and struggled to lift Noi up.

During this time, they were very careful to avoid touching Noi's wounds, but even with the utmost care, the scars all over his body were inevitably aggravated.

However, Noi just gritted his teeth and remained silent.

After being helped back onto the bed, the girl asked with concern, "So, what's your name? Why are you lying alone on the mountain?"

They noticed the other party's heartfelt concern and sincerity, which even the dark forces could not detect a trace of malice.

Noi said softly.

"Just call me Noi."

"Oh... my name is Aoba Reina."

The girl sensed that Noi didn't want to explain anything, and being respectful of others, she didn't press further, perhaps it was someone else's privacy.

"Lingcai, come and eat!"

Just as Lingcai was racking her brains trying to strike up a conversation to ease the somewhat awkward atmosphere, Lingze's shout rang in her ears.

"Um, Noi-san, I'm going to eat now. You can rest for a while!"

Lingcai quickly responded and then hurriedly ran out.

Noi silently watched the other person's departing figure, then leaned back against the headboard with a somewhat lonely expression, silently reaching out her hand and staring blankly at it.

His thoughts didn't last long.

Less than two minutes later, Noi heard the same hurried footsteps again, seemingly from the same person.

Sure enough, a few seconds later, he saw the girl from before carefully walk in, carrying a large bowl of steaming hot food.

“Mr. Noi, this is a special seven-herb porridge I made for you. Father said that since you have just woken up, it is best to drink something that is easy to digest.”

Reina carefully placed it on the table next to Noi, and the thoughtful girl even prepared a small bowl and spoon.

"If you need anything else, just call me by my name!"

Reina's energetic voice left Noi somewhat stunned.

Why are you doing this to me?

"Huh?"

Noi repeated it again.

Why are you so good to me?

Lingcai was a little confused, and a puzzled expression appeared on her delicate face.

It seems this question touched on a blind spot for her.

"Because Noi-san is a patient, isn't it only right that she receives some care?"

"That's what my father taught me, and that's what my mentor told me too."

"Oh, is that so?"

Noi had mixed feelings.

Looking at the girl in front of him who was kind to everyone, he was momentarily speechless.

"Don't worry, just rest and recover. If you need anything, be sure to call my name!"

The voice calling Lingcai came from outside again, and just as the girl was about to step out of the room, she gave her another instruction.

"Yes, thank you."

Although the sound was very soft, the girl still heard it.

"You're welcome. Mr. Noi, you should smile more often. A happy mood will help you recover better!"

Chapter 67 The Lament of the Kind (Part 2)

Day three.

early morning.

After two days of rest, Noi's health has recovered somewhat.

In order not to cause trouble for the family, he planned to leave quietly.

While the Aoba family was still asleep, Noi had already headed out of the village.

Although it's called a village, it's actually just a scattered collection of a dozen or so households, and apart from Aoba's family, they are mostly elderly people living alone.

Walking through the woods, Noi took one last look at the village nestled among the mountains, which resembled a hermit's dwelling.

A hint of reluctance appeared in her eyes.

Just one day of ordinary yet pleasant life made Noi reluctant to give it up.

He didn't understand why such feelings were occurring to him.

Perhaps it was the tranquil atmosphere.

Perhaps it's the beautiful environment.