Chapter 97 (1/2)

Vivian’s get-rich-quick scheme of selling lamb skewers with Lily, fell apart the next day. It was not due to the improbability of the plan but, due to Lily and her gluttonous appetite. The idiot literally gobbled up anything meaty in front of her, including those that were burnt. This habit was beyond correction and Vivian figured that she could no longer do business, at least in the F&B sector with the werehusky.

Speaking of Lily, the dumb werehusky was rather pleased with her newfound abilities. While no one could clearly explain how she came to obtain her pair of detachable elemental claws, Lily herself did not pay too much attention to that part. She only knew that the claws of unknown properties were very nifty to have and busily practiced everyday. With that said though, to onlookers, it looked more like she was just jumping around and slashing at air.

Hao Ren could understand why Lily was so excited. The idiot previously had nothing but brute strength, quite literally all brawn and no brains. According to Vivian, most werewolves would have developed a skill or two, such as Poisoncraft or Shadow stalking and the likes—some sort of minor magic. Lily had no inkling or skill in that discipline. As she did not encounter any other supernaturals previously, she did not feel like she lost out on anything. However, after being told about her race by Vivian, it was natural that she felt incomplete, compounded with the revelation that came with her evolution. At the very least, she managed to obtain some form of special ability now. Who could blame her for being giddy about it?

The next morning, Hao Ren was out to town, going about his routine. He bought some pork ribs and spicy sticks, which Lily loved. He also got some new kitchenware and fresh vegetables for Vivian. He felt more and more like a babysitter for the two supernatural ladies instead of a normal landlord. But he was not complaining; all the expenses incurred by the two could be claimed from Raven 12345. His main duty was to keep his tenants happy. A job that did not need him to crack his head all too often was very appealing.

When he got home, he noticed Y’zaks was missing.

“Where did he go?”

The great demon was usually glued to the television at this hour, studying about the norms of humanity. It seemed so routine that his absence was the first thing that caught Hao Ren’s attention when he got home.

“The big one went out,” Vivian said as she vacuumed the hall. “Said something about looking for things to do and that he was bored to death at home.”

Hao Ren was just about to nod when something clicked, “Huh, wait, what? He went out? Why didn’t you stop him?”

“Why would I?” Vivian raised an eyebrow at Hao Ren. “It’s not like this place is a prison.”

Hao Ren found himself tongue-tied and was hard pressed to describe the commotion one like Y’zaks could bring. Furthermore, Vivian was right. This was not a prison and its tenants were free to go out. He should not be restricting Y’zaks movements just because of his looks. Frankly speaking, Y’zaks had already done a good job changing from a five-meter tall, great demon into a two-meter tall man. While his facial features left much to be desired, you could not fault the man for not trying.

Hao Ren finally relented and shrugged. “I just hope he doesn’t run into trouble with the police. If I’m around, at the very least I can try to talk him out of trouble… Oh right, did he say when he would be coming back?”

At that same instance, Lily came out of her room, lugging a small box. Having overheard the conversation, she quipped, “He said he wanted to see the city center. He was sleeping in an alternate dimension when he was in England so he didn’t manage to see anything. He’ll be back by noon at the earliest, evening the latest. He also said he wanted to try eating outside, to get used to human society.

Hao Ren felt something was off and asked, “Does he have any money?”

Lily nodded, “Yep, I lent him 200 bucks.”

That gave Hao Ren some measure of relief but, he really hoped that Y’zaks did not get himself into trouble or else he would probably have to bail him out from the lock-up.

For someone who could cause a ruckus akin to a robbery at the supermarket, imagine the attention he would attract, walking down the streets. Plus, he opted to go to the city center for his first visit… Heh heh heh…

“You’re going out as well?” Hao Ren only then realised that Lily was lugging a box and dressed to go out. So, he decided to ask.