Ke Xue: I was raised by them in Mihua.

Ayako Suzuki pinched her younger sister's cheek, a hint of helplessness flashing in her narrowed eyes.

She didn't know how her old classmate had become like this. She was fine just yesterday... Oh, yesterday was strange, but never mind.

"Little one, it seems you guessed wrong."

After letting go of her younger sister, she squatted down again and muttered something to the little boy.

"Isn't it better to guess wrong?"

Luo Tian rolled his eyes at her, then grabbed his cup and started chugging.

However, with the sunglasses obscuring her view, Ayako Suzuki didn't receive the eye roll; she was simply captivated by the adorable sight of the little boy drinking milk.

"It would be great if nothing happened."

At the same time, she was also relieved that her old classmate hadn't done anything irrational, especially at her family's villa.

Compared to murder and arson, cutting down a tree is not a big deal.

However, is it really over?

of course not!

Ran Mouri and Sonoko Suzuki checked the system tasks, and they were both still active.

This also means that danger is still surrounding them... or perhaps, it is actually lingering around some bandaged weirdo.

After all, the effects of the advanced bad luck card aren't over yet!

"what--"

Just then, a scream suddenly came from Takahashi Ryoichi's side.

Luo Tian turned his head and saw a tree branch swaying left and right, while the bandaged monster was hanging at the end of the branch, letting out cries of surprise.

Having come all the way to the mountains, the group certainly couldn't just stay in the villa.

Walking along the slightly muddy path, led by the host Ayako Suzuki, everyone began today's activities.

Picking mountain delicacies!

It's called a mountain delicacy, but it's actually just some wild vegetables and mushrooms.

Thanks to the Suzuki family buying the entire mountain, a large amount of all-natural ingredients grow in the uncultivated forest.

Especially in this warm April weather, and with a heavy rain just last night.

Now is the best time to pick mountain delicacies!

"A tiny cloud drifts slowly by..."

Humming a familiar tune, Luo Tian ran wildly through the woods, vaguely recalling his childhood days when he used to run rampant in the muddy fields of the countryside.

Although he is still a child.

But it doesn't matter! Recalling childhood is something that happens at any age!

His cheerful footsteps splashed up specks of mud, which landed on his pants, clothes, and even his face, but Luo Tian didn't care.

The fragrance of the spring soil actually made him feel more relaxed.

"I found another big mushroom!"

Luo Tian picked a mushroom the size of an adult's palm from the tree root and placed it contentedly into the basket on his back.

The adorable little boy who picked mushrooms had a great harvest today!

"Xiao Luo, don't run so fast!"

After he had picked all the mushrooms under the big tree, Ran Mouri and Sonoko Suzuki followed.

The muddy ground made the two clean-loving girls very cautious, carefully choosing their landing spots with each step, which caused them to lag behind the little boy in their movements.

"Sister Xiaolan, Sister Yuanzi, aren't you tired from doing this?"

Seeing the two's unusually steady gait, Luo Tian felt a little helpless.

Perhaps this is the difference between children who grow up in the city and children who grow up in the countryside!

If your shoes are muddy, just rub them against a tree. And clothes are going to be washed anyway, so what's wrong with a few mud spots?

We didn't make you roll around in the mud, did we?

"I always feel like I'm being looked down upon."

After the little boy said that, Sonoko Suzuki inexplicably felt like she was being looked down upon.

What's even stranger is that this illusion gave her a subtle sense of excitement, and she even wanted the little boy to look at her with even more disdain!

No, no! I can't have such thoughts... Xiaolan is right here!

Shaking her head, Sonoko Suzuki quickly tried to stop herself from thinking too much. She still vividly remembered the feeling of those two grappling techniques she had just received last night and this morning!

If you want to, you have to wait until there's no one else around, and you're all alone!

"Sorry, Xiao Luo, I only brought one change of clothes."

Ran Mouri clasped her hands together and smiled obsequiously at the little boy.

Actually, she really wanted to join in and enjoy it to the fullest, but she didn't check carefully before setting off and only brought a spare set of clothes.

I washed the clothes I changed out of yesterday. If I get this one dirty again, I won't have any clothes to wear.

"It's okay! I did bring clothes for Sister Xiaolan!"

Luo Tian patted his chest, indicating that there was no need to worry.

"?"

Faced with the boy's words of comfort, Ran Mouri had a question mark on her head.

Why are you carrying my clothes?!

She really wanted to ask that question, but considering Luo Tian's true situation and some of his strange behaviors after shrinking, she decided not to.

They probably prepared it secretly because they were worried I'd mess things up in the rush.

Ran Mouri quickly felt relieved after finding a reason in her mind for the little boy.

"Then thank you."

"Now we can play as much as we want!"

Luo Tian gave a thumbs-up and said with a smile.

Of course, he wouldn't tell the girl that he actually filled his wardrobe at [Heilan Home] with all sorts of clothes.

Men, women, young and old, different body types, and different professions—it's all just in case.

As for whether people will laugh at him for carrying women's clothing with him... just kidding, he's still a child! What bad intentions could he possibly have?

"Come quick, come quick! There are morel mushrooms here!"

Encouraged by Luo Tian, ​​the two girls gradually relaxed and stopped worrying about getting their clothes dirty.

There were many mushrooms sprouting after the rain, and along with other wild vegetables, the basket was quickly filled.

Sonoko Suzuki held the morel mushrooms that the little boy had just picked in her hand, and a question suddenly arose in her mind.

"What do you think was the mindset of the first person who ate this kind of mushroom?"

As we all know, mushrooms come in all sorts of strange shapes and sizes. While shiitake and button mushrooms may seem ordinary, they are often found on people's dining tables.

So, mushrooms like morels and puffballs are the kind that most people would never think of eating at first glance.

Not to mention some brightly colored, strangely shaped mushrooms that look poisonous, yet people still fall victim to them.

"Perhaps they couldn't resist their curiosity?"

Luo Tian tilted his head, guessing uncertainly.

Just like some people always like to look back after using the toilet, there will always be some people in the world who do some strange things.

"Or maybe they were just too hungry to stand it anymore."

Ran Mouri's heart remains as kind as ever.

When people are starving, they'll even eat tree bark and soil, let alone these mushrooms that look a bit strange but taste quite good.

"Makes sense!"

After tossing the morel mushrooms back into the basket, Sonoko Suzuki nodded repeatedly, seemingly agreeing with some point of view.

The three of them continued to wander aimlessly through the woods.

"By the way, Xiao Luo, what song were you humming just now? It was so nice!"

"Yes, it gives people a warm feeling!"

"That song is called 'Riding the Waves,' and I learned it from someone else."

"Could you sing it again?"

"OK"

In the dappled sunlight of the forest, the clear, pure voices of children echoed once more, carried away by melodious birdsong and a gentle spring breeze.

Upon hearing this unfamiliar song, Takahashi Ryoichi, who was hiding behind a large tree, gripping his axe and ready to strike his target at any moment, suddenly froze in place.

He couldn't help but recall the bits and pieces of the past, those memories of being with his childhood sweetheart who had already passed away.

In that moment of distraction, Chikako Ikeda, one of his targets for revenge, had already walked far away, causing him to miss his chance.

"Damn it! Why? Why am I remembering those things?!"

Ryoichi Takahashi slammed the axe into the tree trunk, clutching his forehead, his face filled with resentment.

He endured being kicked and disfigured by a little girl!

He even endured chopping down trees all night in a moment of madness!

His cloak was torn and hanging on a tree branch, but he still endured it!

No matter how his former classmates made fun of him, he endured it all!

The reason I followed them was precisely for that one fleeting moment, wasn't it?

But now? Hiroki Kakutani, whom they had finally managed to get away from, has returned to Chikako Ikeda's side as a sycophant, and Masaru Ota and Ayako Suzuki have also come over to join them.

Even the heavens weren't cooperating; the sunlight gradually disappeared, and dark clouds began to spread, looking like it was going to rain again.

If everyone stays in the villa together for the rest of the time, wouldn't it be difficult to make a move?

No! There's still a chance!

After calming himself down, Takahashi Ryoichi launched another plan!

Chapter 53 This villa is no longer acceptable (Third update, please subscribe!)

The weather in the mountains can change in an instant; it can be sunny one moment and then suddenly covered in dark clouds the next.

After finishing the mountain delicacies picking activity, everyone gathered and headed towards the villa.

Turning around, Luo Tian discovered that the bandaged man had been silently watching him the whole way.

"What are you?"

Driven by the fearless nature of a mischievous child, he initiated a friendly interaction.

Ryoichi Takahashi paused slightly, wanting to pull out his axe and give the brat a good whack.

It was because of this kid's song that he missed his chance to make a move.

But after looking at the two girls surrounding Luo Tian, ​​especially Ran Mouri, and weighing the difference in their strength, he lowered his head in despair.

Hmph! A gentleman takes his revenge even after ten years!

Moreover, he's not a gentleman, he's a villain!

Just wait, I'll find a chance to get rid of you all eventually!

"Xiao Luo, don't talk to this weirdo, you'll catch it."

Sonoko Suzuki noticed the little boy's movements and quickly pulled him into her arms.

This is an instinctive protective action, definitely not an attempt to gain an advantage!

"Yeah, it could be dangerous."