Hell Game: Starting from Metropolis

“A long time ago, our family’s fiefdom was near Mount Ooe. We would fight those monsters every few days, and they would come to harass us from time to time. However, we did cooperate. For example, part of our family’s tradition of raising monsters came from the monsters of Mount Ooe.”

"After my family gave up our fiefdom and moved to the city, there was no further connection between us."

"That's what Hii Shikibu said."

"I see."

It's surprising that Hiirobu has gotten involved with two people at once; it just goes to show how small the world is.

"Can you help me persuade Wa Chang to write me a letter of recommendation?"

Liu Zheng said.

"I only have two ghosts to keep, so I don't have any extras to deliver gifts for you."

"That's what Hii Shikibu said."

Her main job is writing novels, and she only kept the Blue Oni and Red Oni for self-defense. She would never ask her family for a mere random man.

“I have them. I’ve prepared a bunch of intestines from lowly deities.”

Liu Zheng quickly replied.

"How come you have everything? Are you from some reclusive, powerful clan?"

"Hishikibu asked suspiciously."

Even low-ranking deities are still deities; they can either fight or dodge, and they are not so easily brought to be slaughtered.

The key point is that this guy is talking about a whole bunch of things. Just how many low-level gods has he killed?

"I found it in the Legend delivery box after I left the country last time. I guess I was just lucky."

Liu Zheng said, half-jokingly.

"You've also left the country?"

"Hishikibu exclaimed in surprise."

Didn't the novelist tell you that?

"No. Is it fun to travel abroad?"

she asked curiously.

"Xiao Fei!"

Liu Zheng didn't say anything, but the novelist gave Fei Shikibu a flick on the forehead first.

"If you say anything out of line again, I won't talk to you for the rest of the year."

The novelist said angrily.

With her intelligence and understanding of Hishikibu, how could she not know that her best friend was setting a trap?

For them, who are long-lived, a year is equivalent to a week for mortals.

Of course, this threat is also quite severe.

"You're really biased towards outsiders, aren't you? Sigh, daughters really don't listen to their mothers once they grow up."

"Hishikibu sighed."

"You're clearly ten years younger than me, what nonsense are you talking about?"

The novelist gave her another blow.

"So what if I'm mentally older than you?"

"Hishikibu said confidently."

People of longevity like them wouldn't pretend to be young; instead, they would try to appear older, because age signifies wisdom and strength.

"Stop fooling around and get down to business."

The novelist said helplessly.

"What kind of important business is his? Hehehe, oh dear, where are you touching? Stop, stop, stop."

Suddenly, Hishibu let out a soft laugh.

It's not hard to imagine how intense the "battle" must have been over there.

Liu Zheng focused on his ears and nose, and on his mind, trying his best not to use his imagination for strange things.

"Alright, alright, I can put in a word for him, but I can't guarantee it will work."

Hishikibu succumbed to the novelist's offensive.

"Can we let Nuwa order takeout herself?"

He had a sudden inspiration.

"You want to eat and take too, huh? Hehehe, fine, fine, I'll try, okay? Stop touching me, or I'll go wild."

Hishikibu retorted with a threat.

"Thank you for your help, Hishikibu-sama."

Liu Zheng pretended not to know what they were doing and said sincerely.

"You don't think I'd help you for nothing, do you?"

"Hishibu sneered."

"Of course not. Please feel free to ask if you need anything. As long as it's within my ability, I will definitely do it."

Fearing that the woman might suddenly have a meltdown, he left himself an opening in his speech.

"A cunning man. I haven't decided yet, I'll talk about it when I do."

"That's what Hii Shikibu said."

"Okay, then I'll leave it to you."

Liu Zheng hung up the phone.

People of Hishikibu's temperament and status generally don't easily agree to things, but if they do, they will usually keep their word.

So, he finally got his hands on the honorary homeowner medal from Green Garden Crazy City.

Considering the outstanding people and resources of this community, this medal is truly valuable.

If you can also convince your pajama-clad friend to order takeout, he can also do other things along the way, killing multiple birds with one stone.

"What are you grinning about, you little rascal?"

Just as Liu was immersed in his wonderful fantasy, Niu Ma returned from outside.

"I thought of happy things."

He replied casually.

"What happy thing?"

The ox and horse also asked casually.

"Your wife is about to give birth."

Liu Zheng originally wanted to say that, but considering that going too far with his jokes might get him beaten to a pulp, he chose to speak normally instead.

"I'm about to get another honorary homeowner medal."

"You really go to all that trouble with that stuff? You'd be better off using that time to pick up a few more girls."

"The cows and horses complained."

"Each has its own use; having something is better than not having it."

He didn't explain in detail.

He and cattle don't follow the same path; what suits him may not suit cattle and horses.

"It's the same as not saying it."

The ox and horse rolled their eyes and lay back down on the haystack.

"You little rascal, have you been sneaking into my bed again?"

It started barking as soon as it lay down.

"No, I just saw some dust on the haystack, so I cleaned it up for you."

Liu Zheng said, feigning innocence.

"Bullshit, my haystack is impervious to water and fire, and dust doesn't stick to it at all, so there's no way it could have any ash."

The ox and horse exposed him.

"That's because I was sleepwalking. Don't be angry, boss. Next time I sleep, I'll definitely tie my hands and feet up."

He immediately changed his tune.

"You're just making up nonsense all day long. Come here and let me break your legs before I believe you."

The ox and horse cursed.

"Oh, isn't that really unnecessary?"

Although short legs can be lengthened, it hurts.

"Hurry up, if you let me get there, it won't be a matter of two legs."

The ox and horse said in a sinister tone.

"Sigh, if the boss wants his underling dead, the underling has no choice but to die."

Liu Zheng reluctantly moved towards the direction of the cattle and horses.

"Dong dong dong."

Just when he thought he was doomed, there was a knock on the door of the lounge.

"I'll open the door."

He immediately pounced on the gate like a hungry tiger.

The ox and horse rolled their eyes but didn't stop them.

When I opened the door, I saw Salmon standing outside holding a packed food box, looking very well-behaved.

"Liu Zheng, I've brought you something, meow."

It shook its head as it spoke.

"Mmm, salmon is really capable."

Liu Zheng took the food box and took the opportunity to rub its head.

"The beverage order is in there too, meow. Check it out, and if everything's okay, I'll head back, meow."

Salmon said.

"No rush. Now that you're here, take the portion from the kitchen back with you."

Liu Zheng turned around and carried out two boxes.

He didn't know how many people were in each department, so he could only make a rough estimate and set aside food.

Given the relationship between the takeout department and the kitchen, it's natural to ensure that each kitchen staff member has a portion of food. If there aren't enough leftover dishes, there's nothing that can be done.

"Come on, let's drink while we wait."

Liu Zheng took out a glass of yellow apricot iced tea for salmon.

"Okay meow."

Salmon held the cup and drank.

"The salmon is so well-behaved."

He touched it again, then opened the lunchbox.

Inside the lunchbox were two steamed, swollen, and purplish feet, which, judging from their size, should have come from an infant.

Liu Zheng frowned and looked at the product description.

Name: Steamed Oedipus's Foot (Disposable)