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First, it's not because you got wet;
Secondly, I didn't get wet, I just got a little wet.
In conclusion, I didn't lie to you!
A perfect proof, a brilliant process, and clear logic.
It is hereby announced that the defendant and his lawyer, Su Qing, is acquitted!
"What? You think you can get away with this?"
Shiina Mahiru seemed somewhat dissatisfied with Su Qing's sophistry, and said angrily, her little face puffed up.
"Then why did you specifically switch the umbrella handle to the left side before going out? Wasn't it originally on the right side?"
As if worried that Su Qing would talk nonsense with her again, Shiina Mahiru added.
"Don't tell me you're actually left-handed."
Genius! How come I didn't think of that?
But why did they do that back then?
Just because of so-called gentlemanly manners? Nonsense, this is China, put away your Western ways.
Su Qing herself wasn't really sure why she did that. After all, what reason is needed to do something like that? Or rather, there are many things in this world that are simply unreasonable.
Faith is one thing, but emotions are even more so.
Deep within everyone's heart lies an invisible scale. Interestingly, this scale is not uniform; it varies from person to person, with different scales and standards depending on each individual's experiences, beliefs, and emotions.
Some people only dare to go ahead and do something after weighing the pros and cons and making sure they won't lose money.
Some people have played with hybrid versions of the brain too much, their brains have long been eaten by zombies, and they no longer think so much.
Ultimately, Su Qing simply wanted to do it, so she did it.
If I had to give a reason...
"I don't want to see you get wet in the rain anymore; it breaks my heart."
"Wha, what do you mean?!"
Shiina Mahiru's puffed-up cheeks immediately deflated, and her fingers unconsciously twisted together, as if trying to grasp something to calm her flustered emotions.
"That's what you understand."
Su Qing wasn't joking; he was seriously expressing his thoughts. Although many things in this world seem to have no reason, they are actually people's subconscious and sincere actions, so there are still clues to follow.
"So please don't be angry, Shiina."
"Idiot, I'm not angry."
"that would be great."
It turned out she had been overthinking things. That makes sense; how could a kind angel be angry? Su Qing breathed a sigh of relief, as if a huge weight had been lifted from her heart.
Unbeknownst to Su Qing, Shiina quietly turned to the other side, speaking in an extremely soft voice, barely audible, so much so that only she could hear it.
"Cunning, getting more and more cunning..."
Chapter 44 The Great Devil and His Angelic Little Chef
"What would you like to eat tonight?"
"Hmm...anything is fine, I'm not picky about food."
"Then I'll do it my way."
"Okay, but Shiina, may I ask what my extra meal will be later?"
"It's a secret. You can't come into the kitchen to peek until it's finished."
What would happen if you peeked?
"Then cancel your extra meal!"
……
Wow, that's really scary.
Su Qing lay lazily on the comfortable beanbag chair as usual, like a lazy bum, quietly waiting for the lovely young cook next door to bring him delicious food. He watched the busy girl in the kitchen with a sense of contentment, and a feeling of emotion welled up in his heart.
Inside the kitchen, the girl's once flowing hair was now tied up in a playful high ponytail. Whenever she turned or moved slightly, the ponytail swayed, as if showcasing her unique youth and vitality. This lively aura was captivating, making one want to reach out and touch that beautiful movement, yet afraid to break the tranquility and disturb her focused cooking.
Su Qing thought of her neighbor, who was so kind and virtuous: "Give me a dozen more!"
……
"Su Qing, dinner is ready."
Shiina Mahiru took off her pink apron, tidied it up and put it aside, then smiled at Su Qing, the useless person in the living room.
"Okay, I'll help you put it on the table."
Seeing that Shiina was ready, Su Qing, who had been waiting for a long time, finally had his rare opportunity to use his skills. He quickly got up and served the dishes to the table.
"Then please."
Shiina did not refuse. Today's dishes were more complicated than usual and took more of her energy. After a long day of work, she was now feeling a little tired.
At the dinner table, Su Qing once again had a new understanding of Shiina's culinary skills.
The first thing that catches the eye is a plate of delicate okra and tofu. The bright green okra and tender tofu complement each other, and a few drops of light soy sauce are drizzled on top, which not only preserves the original flavor of the ingredients but also adds a touch of freshness.
Next up is the crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside fried pork cutlet. Its golden-brown crust gleams enticingly under the light. A gentle bite releases a satisfying crunch accompanied by a burst of juicy goodness, instantly immersing you in a feeling of pure bliss. Paired with a special Japanese sauce, perfectly balanced between sweet and sour, it further enhances the deliciousness of the pork cutlet.
Beside it was a plate of colorful tempura, with all sorts of seafood and vegetables coated in light batter and fried until golden brown, each bite an ultimate temptation for the taste buds. The freshness of the seafood and the crispness of the vegetables intertwined in the mouth, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
Not far away, a bowl of potato salad quietly awaits its enjoyment. The smooth mashed potatoes blend perfectly with the sweet and sour salad dressing, and the addition of diced cucumber, shredded carrots, and other vegetables makes it not only visually appealing but also offers distinct layers of flavor. It's refreshing and a perfect choice to cut through any greasiness.
Finally, a steaming bowl of sea bream miso soup brought this culinary journey to a perfect close. Delicious sea bream slices swayed gently in the rich miso broth, creating a harmonious scene with tender tofu and sweet seaweed. Every sip of the soup was bursting with the freshness of the sea and the rich flavor of miso, warming both body and soul, making one feel as if embraced by the warm ocean.
How do you say that?
Oh, I remembered it.
Shiina, My Superman!
"Eat slowly, really."
Across from Su Qing, Shiina was watching her wolf down her food with a helpless expression. But as a little cook, what could be more gratifying than having her cooking recognized by others?
Su Qing's current behavior is undoubtedly the highest praise a cripple could give to a chef—no, the highest praise a renowned gourmet connoisseur could give.
Even if you say that, you can't help it, right? It always feels like they're tempting me.
"Nonsense, food isn't tempting."
"It's hard to say, isn't it? On the mainland, many food items can cultivate themselves into spirits and then transform into human form. Like rabbits and such."
"is it?"
Shiina was startled. Su Qing's serious tone made her a little flustered. The thought that the ingredients she usually handled might turn into humans also made her feel a little guilty.
"Of course, many main characters even marry ingredients that have transformed into humans."
"main character?"
"Yeah, it's a novel."
Su Qing picked up another bite of food and put it in her mouth, saying casually.
"You should eat it. Eating won't shut you up."
Shiina said irritably. She had thought Su Qing was talking about some kind of supernatural tale from mainland China, but it turned out to be a novel. Novels about animals and plants transforming into humans are actually quite common in Japan. Even though Shiina doesn't read these kinds of novels, she had heard others mention a certain blue slime that was currently very popular. However, she had never heard anyone mention anything about it, such as marrying animals or plants.
"By the way, this is for you."
As if she had thought of something, Su Qing pulled a piece of paper from the table, wiped her hands, and then took out a key from her pocket and handed it to Shiina.
Why did you suddenly give me the keys?
Shiina reached out and took the key, her beautiful eyes filled with confusion.
"It's just a spare key. I joined a club, so I don't get home as early as before. It's more convenient if you have a key, and you don't have to wait for me to get back."
"...Aren't you afraid I'll do something bad by just handing over the key like that?"
Su Qing was engrossed in eating when she heard Shiina say that. She looked up in bewilderment, her eyes filled with surprise.
"Bad thing? What bad thing?"
"Hmm...like cooking a bunch of dishes and filling your fridge to the brim or something."
?
Su Qing's little head was filled with great doubts, but he still patiently continued to ask.
"Is there any more?"
"And also, make sure your room and living room are completely tidy!"
Shiina said with a hint of smugness, as if he had caught Su Qing red-handed.
"puff."
Su Qing listened patiently, then laughed impatiently. She had a feeling that Shiina might have some strange misunderstanding of the definition of "bad thing"? Or perhaps, as a kind angel, this was the worst thing she could imagine.
"Are you mocking me?" Shiina was displeased, feeling that her authority had been offended.
"No, no, that's absolutely terrifying! Please, please don't do that, please!"
"He who eats another's bread sings his song," and Su Qing dared not offend the angelic little chef. He was already somewhat immersed in the gentle embrace of Shiina, and if he displeased her, he would probably only be left with nothing but instant noodles. So he chose to follow his heart.
"Hmph, now you know how powerful I am, Mr. Great Demon. Don't mess with me easily in the future."
Shiina smiled broadly, like a child who had won a game. She raised her chin triumphantly, her eyes sparkling with a mischievous glint, and for a moment, the air around her felt light and cheerful.
Oh no, now I've really become the devil.
Su Qing chuckled to himself. Why was the angelic little chef still sticking to the fabricated premise he'd just made up? Please, how could someone as handsome as me possibly be some kind of demon?
However, looking at the innocent smile on the girl's face, Su Qing felt...
Actually, being a great demon once in a while doesn't seem so bad, does it?
Chapter 45 The Angel Cannot Be Wrong
After dinner, Su Qing and Shiina began their daily dishwashing routine. It's worth noting that although Su Qing has reached near-top levels in the culinary world, a true master often retains the heart of an apprentice. In other words, while achieving remarkable success in cooking, Su Qing hasn't forgotten her roots, and has also made astonishing achievements in dishwashing.
Shiina, I admit you're very strong, but when it comes to washing dishes, you're definitely not as good as me, you're far behind!
As the saying goes, when men and women work together, efficiency doubles.
Wow, the bowl was washed in no time. Then, Su Qing collapsed on the sofa, too full to continue. Could it be blamed on Su Qing eating too much? Obviously not. Even if we take a step back, is it fair that the angel did nothing wrong by preparing so much delicious food to tempt Su Qing?
"Did you eat too much?"
Shiina then wiped his hands and sat down, casting an inquiring glance at Su Qing beside him.
"I'm full, I can't eat anymore."
Su Qing touched her belly and casually replied.
"Really? Then I'll eat this pudding myself."
Shiina A-Meng pulled out a pudding from somewhere and said casually.
"What pudding? Where's the pudding?"
Keyword trigger, huh? You just mentioned the word "pudding," didn't you...? (omitting thousands of words)
As soon as Su Qing heard there was pudding, he immediately launched himself into the air.
"Oh yeah~ Didn't we agree to give you an extra meal? We prepared it and put it in the refrigerator from the beginning."
However… since you can't eat anymore, then I'll just have to eat it myself.”
After saying that, Shiina made a distressed look, as if she really regretted the decision.
Huh? So those weren't extra meals? Extra meals really are just desserts after a meal. Su Qing realized at this moment that she was the one who was far behind.
"Actually, I can still eat it."
Seeing that Shiina was about to open her mouth and eat her extra meal, Su Qing quickly spoke up.
"Oh, really? I seem to remember someone saying they couldn't eat anymore?"