Strange (Chapter 31)
The unexpected arrival was sudden, catching everyone off guard. As Ye Sheng's face instantly turned pale, Gu Luoyu quickly recalled her dark psychic power and quickly moved forward to embrace Ye Sheng. With her other hand, she reached out to grab Ye Duoduo.
However, this grab missed entirely, and even the dark psychic power refused to obey.
Not only was it not successfully retrieved by Gu Luoyu, but it also became disconnected, rendering her unable to control it any further… This was the first time such an abnormality had occurred, causing Gu Luoyu to frown, unsure of what was happening.
However, Ye Duoduo was unharmed. Instead, she seemed to have found a novel toy, sitting on the dark cloud with a cute face full of smiles. The dark psychic power she touched with her fingertips continued to emit loud sounds, and visibly, it was drilled into her body along her fingers.
It looked as if Ye Duoduo was absorbing the dark psychic power into her body.
This situation made Ye Sheng panic. She instinctively tightened her grip on Gu Luoyu's arm, worried that their child might be harmed. If Gu Luoyu hadn't held her so tightly, she would have rushed over to take the child away.
Gu Luoyu, who was observing calmly from the side, slowly relaxed her furrowed brows. She then comforted Ye Sheng, hugging her tighter and whispering in her ear, “Xiao Sheng, it's okay. Ye Duoduo is my child. She might be naturally drawn to my Psychic power. I've already done a thorough check of her entire body, and there are no problems.”
Of course, the actual situation differed slightly from what Gu Luoyu said. Ye Duoduo, this newborn child, had displayed exceptional talent before them. The Psychic power absorbed into her body was continuously strengthening her physique.
Even her Psychic sea was rapidly expanding.
Combined with the fact that Ye Duoduo showed no signs of discomfort, Gu Luoyu couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. She hadn't expected her daughter to be such an extraordinary little genius.
If this trend continues, she will surpass Gu Luoyu in the future.
Gu Luoyu didn't feel jealous about this. Even facing the most dangerous battles in the past, she had managed. What was talent? Who could predict the future… However, Ye Duoduo had good talent, and with future effort, it wouldn't be bad.
At least she wouldn't be a burden.
Thinking about this, Gu Luoyu even imagined that once Ye Duoduo grew up, she would directly pack her off and leave, leaving just her and Ye Sheng to continue their sweet life together…
Just thinking about it makes her feel wonderful!
Upon hearing Gu Luoyu said that the child was fine, Ye Sheng's worries eased by half. However, she still anxiously watched Ye Duoduo's direction. The absorption speed of the 'dark cloud' was not slow, and it was gradually shrinking from a large mass.
Only when it was reduced to two-thirds of its original size did Ye Duoduo stop absorbing. She then let out a few comfortable laughs and rolled around on the 'dark cloud'. Opening her large red and black eyes, she looked at Ye Sheng and Gu Luoyu, reaching out her small hands to grasp at the air.
It seemed as if she was saying, “Come here quickly.”
Seeing this, and confirming there was no danger, Gu Luoyu finally let go. Ye Sheng, disregarding everything else, quickly took a few steps forward. Only when she held the child in her arms did she finally feel completely at ease.
She then looked down at Ye Duoduo, who was smiling brightly. Ye Sheng couldn't help but show a helpless smile, always feeling that this little one would cause a lot of trouble in the future!
Having witnessed that scene with her own eyes, even Ye Sheng, no matter how carefree she was, could tell that her child was no ordinary person. Even as a mere infant, she had already displayed something special.
She wondered what she would develop into in the future…
With a soft sigh, Ye Sheng turned to look at Gu Luoyu and gave her a gesture of encouragement: “Ah Yu, keep getting stronger. If the child misbehaves in the future, discipline her!”
As for herself, Ye Sheng would naturally be a gentle and good mother, hahahahaha.
As if to echo Ye Sheng, Ye Duoduo, held in her arms, nodded her little head incessantly. At this moment, the expressions of the mother and daughter were identical, truly showing they were biological.
What else could Gu Luoyu do but smile at the two of them and nod in agreement?
Although there was a small accident midway, they did not intend to abandon the plan they had just made. Thankfully, Ye Duoduo did not show any other changes when she came into contact with the dark psychic power again. This puts Ye Sheng at ease as she sits on the re-condensed 'dark cloud', leaning against Gu Luoyu beside her. The family of three set off for the beach!
With Gu Luoyu's Psychic power as a guide, finding Fu Ruo's location was not difficult.
However, after some time, when Ye Sheng, sitting on the 'dark cloud', saw Fu Ruo again, she couldn't help but be stunned… Although she had known for a long time that after Fu Ruo's modification, besides amnesia, her human habits were also slowly disappearing.
But now, watching Fu Ruo hunting on the sea, her ferocious and ferocious appearance seemed to be gradually transforming into a beast she no longer recognized.
Even when Fu Ruo looked up, her unfamiliar and cold eyes sent shivers down one's spine, making one tremble as if encountering a terrifying hunter.
“Gu Luoyu, Fu Ruo she…”
“Her memories are disappearing. It's estimated that in a short while, she will become like a polluted creature, only knowing how to kill… But this is good. At least she can continue to survive in the ocean and won't have to worry about survival problems.”
Gu Luoyu did not mention anything else. In fact, with Fu Ruo's transformation, she was no longer suitable to live in the river.
Because she posed a serious threat to human safety.
So, for the benefit of both parties, Fu Ruo had to remain in the ocean.
“Sigh, I know. After this, we probably won't see each other again. I hope Fu Ruo can survive!”
Ye Sheng leaned into Gu Luoyu's embrace, holding her child, and offered her blessings as a former friend… Fu Ruo's death was not related to anyone else. After all, death could occur at any time in the wasteland world. It was just that Ye Sheng couldn't accept a friend dying in front of her, so she felt regret.
But she couldn't continue to intervene because of regret. Everyone had their own path to walk.
Therefore, Ye Sheng only sighed, then raised her hand to pat Gu Luoyu, signaling that they could leave.
Gu Luoyu, seeing that Ye Sheng was no longer paying attention to Fu Ruo, hid a smile in her beautiful red eyes. When she looked at Fu Ruo again, in a good mood, she took out a stone from her badge space and tossed it to Fu Ruo.
It was the Goblin Queen's Prophecy Stone that Ye Sheng had angrily thrown away at the amusement park. Gu Luoyu had originally planned to return it when she had the chance. However, she then thought that prophetic abilities were not a good thing for Ye Sheng.
After all, abilities like Ye Heiya's, which could predict the future, would lead to seeing all sorts of unbelievable scenes… Gu Luoyu didn't want Ye Sheng to become like that. It was better to know nothing.
Therefore, throwing it to Fu Ruo might help her survive as much as possible, serving as a fulfillment of their acquaintance.
“What are you still standing there for? Let's go. Our Duoduo is getting impatient.”
While Gu Luoyu was thinking these things to herself, Ye Sheng impatiently patted her and then looked down to coax her adorable daughter, bringing Gu Luoyu back to her senses. The corners of her mouth couldn't help but curl up.
Little Ye Duoduo was not only exceptionally talented but also an extremely easy child to care for.
She didn't cry or fuss truly, easily surpassing children her age by several streets, finally allowing Ye Sheng, the expectant mother, to understand what it meant to have a well-behaved child sent to repay a kindness!!!
Super hassle-free, alright!
(✪ω✪)
Thus, after the two adults spent half the day wandering around with the child, it was Gu Luoyu who finally spoke up to remind them. Although Ye Duoduo was different from ordinary children, she was still a newborn and needed careful attention, not to be exposed to too much wind.
Hearing this, Ye Sheng suddenly responded repeatedly and obediently returned to the cave.
Originally, Ye Sheng had some worries... because ever since Ye Duoduo was born, she had secretly observed Gu Luoyu. Unlike her own face, which was beaming with a smile that couldn't be closed, Gu Luoyu's expression was very calm.
It was exactly because of her excessive calmness that Ye Sheng worried if she didn't like children!
If that were the case...
Then don't blame her for resorting to family discipline!!!
After all, Ye Duoduo was their child, not just Ye Sheng's alone.
Moreover, Ye Sheng hoped for a harmonious family, and children should be born into a loving family atmosphere; otherwise, it would be better not to have them!
Therefore, Ye Sheng had even begun planning how to cultivate the relationship between Gu Luoyu and Ye Duoduo. However, seeing Gu Luoyu caring for the child so much now, she didn't seem as indifferent as she appeared on the surface.
Hmph, she knew it!
Her Duoduo was so cute, no one could dislike her!
After quickly resolving a concern, Ye Sheng lived a life of leisure in the cave. She had people serving her no matter what she did, and with the adorable little cub showing off her cuteness nearby, she was momentarily so happy that she couldn't think of anything else.
However, happy times were always short. After spending four days in the cave, it was time for them to return to the team's encampment to avoid misunderstandings caused by their prolonged absence.
If nothing else, just Team Leader Liu Li and Dr. Na Nali were probably panicking right now.
Fearing that Gu Luoyu, who hadn't been seen for a long time, might have encountered some accident.
Even though Ye Sheng never mentioned it, others could guess that Gu Luoyu went alone into the deep sea to challenge a BOSS. After all, Gu Luoyu's abilities were obvious. Could she really be wandering around idly every day?
She must have been secretly grinding and fighting in private, wishing she could defeat S-class creatures polluted with one punch each.
In this regard, Dr. Na Nali was too lazy to even cover it up. He wished that after Gu Luoyu obtained high-quality 'loot,' she would immediately remember to send it to the base for recycling.
And not seeing Gu Luoyu and Ye Sheng for the past few days had made Dr. Na Nali was so anxious that he couldn't even sleep at night. He was eagerly expecting their return, hoping they would bring back a cartload of precious materials for him to research to his heart's content!
For this reason, Dr. Na Nali was currently unable to focus on his research. To prevent any accident during the research process, he had to pause and move his stool to sit by the entrance of the tent, ready to welcome the return of the strong individuals at the first moment.
Ye Heiya, who was sunbathing next door with Little White, let out a couple of speechless “coos.” Since the premonition images in his mind increased, Ye Heiya had seen many “secrets” of the future.
Among them were many premonition images of Dr. Na Nali, which made Ye Heiya too lazy to look at the Doctor anymore.
Because Dr. Na Nali's future was so predictable.
Unlike the short-lived wastelanders, Dr. Na Nali was fortunate enough to live to his fifties or sixties. During this period, he developed many powerful weapons, greatly improving the base's combat capabilities. Even when facing attacks from polluted creatures, they will not be at a disadvantage.
However...
The materials used by the research institute were basically bought from Gu Luoyu at a high price, which meant that no matter how many honorary medals and awards Dr. Na Nali received, he remained a poor ghost with no money.
After all, in addition to applying to the base officials, Dr. Na Nali also paid out of his own pocket.
Tsk, buying materials was a road of no return!
Just as Ye Heiya was silently complaining in his heart, a dark cloud suddenly floated overhead, followed by a large shadow. Ye Heiya was stunned for a moment before immediately realizing that his owner, Ye Sheng, had returned!
And she brought the little master - Ye Duoduo.
Thinking of this, Ye Heiya excitedly jumped up. But faster than him was Dr. Na Nali, who rushed over first. When Ye Sheng and Gu Luoyu jumped down from the “dark cloud,” he said with a fawning expression, “Oh my, you've worked hard, worked hard. You've been busy outside for so long, did you find anything good...”
He stopped halfway through his sentence. Dr. Na Nali's gaze was fixed on the child who had suddenly appeared, his eyes full of shock.
He then pointed at the child and asked tremblingly, “This... whose child is this?”
Hearing Dr. Na Nali's words, Ye Sheng couldn't help but laugh. She raised her hand to lift the child higher, then proudly straightened her back. “Of course, she's ours! Dr. Na Nali, this is our daughter, Ye Duoduo~”
As she spoke, Ye Sheng raised her hand and held Ye Duoduo's small hand, waving it cutely towards Dr. Na Nali.
This leaves Dr. Na Nali bewildered. So, during the days they were away, they had gone out to have a child... Wait, that wasn't right. The offspring of esper were not easy to have, especially for ordinary people who would face greater risks during childbirth.
The mortality rate was extremely high!
How could Ye Sheng be jumping around alive and well now, as if having a child was as simple as eating a meal?
Furthermore, according to past cases, many children of esper-users would have deformities, with only a small minority being normal and healthy...
None of it made sense!
“As expected of your child, she's so cute! This was too rushed, I'll make up for the welcome gift next time.”
At this moment, Dr. Na Nali's fervent desire to study Gu Luoyu quietly shifted. His gaze intently fixed on Ye Duoduo, he felt that if he had a different research subject, he might gain unexpected benefits.
Perhaps it could help the base create a batch of new soldiers!
However, just as Dr. Na Nali was envisioning the future in his mind, a chilling gaze swept over him, suddenly waking him up. He then met Gu Luoyu's deep red eyes.
Even though Gu Luoyu didn't speak, and even wore a smile, Dr. Na Nali felt a chill run down his spine. All his restless thoughts were forcefully suppressed.
Research is good, but life is more important. He'd better behave himself!
Seeing that Dr. Na Nali had the good sense to extinguish his selfish thoughts, Gu Luoyu raised an eyebrow and then said kindly, “Doctor, I recently obtained some new materials. Would you like to see?”
“Oh my, new materials! Hurry and send them over, I guarantee you a good price...”
Distracted by the new materials Gu Luoyu casually mentioned, Dr. Na Nali's eyes lit up and he was about to continue when Team Leader Liu Li suddenly walked over from a distance and announced loudly,
“The ocean exploration mission this time has been successfully completed. We will return to the base tomorrow!”