Chapter 990: Chapter 990

"Excuse me, Mr. Delivery Man, there's something I'd like to ask you."

The Fool suddenly became bashful.

"What would you like to know?" The source of this content ɪs novel{f}ire.net

"Why does Miss Sphinx seem so hostile towards me?"

The Fool was puzzled.

In terms of skill, there are only a handful of cats in the Metropolis that can match it in a fight.

In terms of status, even a deputy minister-level official at City Hall would greet it with a smile.

In terms of looks, though not as stunning as a calico cat, the Black Cat's attractiveness is quite impressive among cats.

"She's not targeting you; she's hostile to everyone."

The Sphinx has worked as a security guard for Doctor Nile for many years. Despite being considered "old friends," it still doesn't treat the latter kindly.

"But I see she's quite friendly with you."

"Do you feline creatures consider showing your backside to someone as a sign of friendship?"

He squinted and said.

"Not really. But if it's not someone we trust, we wouldn't turn our backs on them either."

"Well, there's some trust, at least. We've been through battles together as comrades."

Liu Zheng explained about fighting the Divine Demon with the Sphinx.

"The Delivery Man certainly leads an exciting life."

"Haven't you also had similar experiences, Mr. Fool?"

Being able to reach that status couldn't have come from just writing books.

"Of course. But most of my time is spent in boring training and work, unlike the exciting life you lead daily, Mr. Delivery Man."

"Trust me, I don't want any more excitement."

Liu Zheng said through gritted teeth.

"Hahaha, that's the Metropolis for you; everyone can get something here, but most of the time, it's not what they want."

The Fool laughed heartily.

"That's rather wicked."

"Indeed. Well then, Mr. Delivery Man, I shall take my leave."

The Fool said, tipping his hat and bowing to the nearby Sphinx.

"Take care, Mr. Fool."

Liu Zheng waved a tentacle in farewell.

"If you let it bother me again, I'll use your head as a chew toy."

After the Fool's carriage left, the Sphinx threatened.

"I didn't send it to bother you. Besides, why don't you just tell it directly if you're unhappy?"

He said, exasperated.

"What if I hurt its pride and it uses force?"

"Hey, not so dumb, huh."

"Of course, if I weren't smart enough, would Nile have hired me as a bodyguard?"

The Sphinx rolled its eyes.

"Fair point. Well, you two keep engaging with each other then; it's like having an extra bodyguard, quite nice."

Liu Zheng waved his tentacle dismissively.

"Damn humans, I'll bite you to death!"

The Sphinx roared, biting down on his crown and gnawed furiously to vent its anger.

"Bite away, it just feels like my brain is growing, quite itchy."

He nonchalantly said, letting his head turn into a bloody mess.

"By the way, isn't Thirteen Yao due back soon?"

Liu Zheng pocketed his lighter into the Beheaded Mandarin Duck Wallet and called Thirteen Yao.

"I thought you'd forgotten about me."

Thirteen Yao answered immediately.

"How could I? I might forget you as a minister, but I'd never forget my own pipe."

"Tch. I've got the fire for you. When will you come to get it?"

"I'm on my way now. By the way, can you send a sedan to pick me up in the city?"

"Yes, but that's for VIPs only. Ordinary guests can only call for a rickshaw and have to make a reservation."

Thirteen Yao replied.

"Then I'll just get a VIP card. Didn't I already take care of Shao Yan? Might as well take his slot."

He said nonchalantly.

"Sure. If I actually did that, the moment you step into Hundred Ghosts, the Eight Directions Gods will gang up on you. Your body made of iron, how many nails can it take?"

Thirteen Yao sneered.

"Hehe, better not then. I'm sure you have another plan, Minister."

Liu Zheng conceded quickly.

"I've done so much for you without enjoying any benefits. I don't even treat my own son this well."

Thirteen Yao grumbled.

"You don't have a son, do you?"

"Exactly, that's why it feels like a loss."

"Then consider me half a son. Trust me, if you ever need anything, just let me know, and if I refuse, Granny Tang can crush me."

"Who's straddling the line here?!"

"Hehe, just wanted to make the vow more convincing."

"Pah, you're full of tricks. Who would believe you? Where should I pick you up?"

"Imhotep Clinic. Do you need the street and number?"

"No need, just wait there."

Thirteen Yao said with a tone of setting up a fight, then hung up the phone.

"By the way, should there be news about Mr. Batiao's granddaughter as well?"

He called the deputy director.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Liu. Didn't Li Ziming return your call?"

The deputy director asked before he could speak.

"I apologize, I'm not in a rush to push, but the child's parents are anxious."

Liu Zheng said tactfully.

"Understood, I'll have Li Ziming return your call immediately."

He hung up the phone.

Talking to smart people is a pleasure; it saves both brainpower and words.

Of course, the prerequisite is that the smart being should actually be a "person."

Liu Zheng rolled his eyes at the Sphinx atop his head.

"Daring to roll your eyes at me!"

The Sphinx, enraged, bit even harder.

After a few minutes, an unfamiliar number called in.

"Alright, stop biting, my brain's about to fall out; I've got errands to run later."

Liu Zheng pulled out some dried fish and held it in front of the Sphinx's eyes.

The Sphinx let go of his head and snatched the dried fish away.

"Sorry Mr. Liu, I forgot to return your call."

The call connected, and Li Ziming spoke cautiously.

"We'll let it pass this time, but not again."

"Of course, of course."

"How's the matter going?"

"All sorted. The class flower in her class has been defaced by us and is hiding at home crying. The boy next door in her class is scared to death of her now and avoids her."

"It's just that the top student in their grade is a bit of a problem."

He added after a pause.

"That guy's grades are steady enough for City First University, so the school takes him seriously. Before my guys even approached him, a teacher passing by asked what they were doing."

"He gets picked up and dropped off by a school driver, and he stays home after that, leaving no chance for us to make a move."

Li Ziming said helplessly.

"He must use the bathroom at some point, right?"

"Hey, their school protects him so well, why don't they protect her?"

Even Liu Zheng found it amusing.

"Well, her math grades are good, but not good enough for competitions, and her other subjects are just average, so the school doesn't bother."

"Rest assured, Mr. Liu. Even if we can't deal with that kid just yet, we've taken turns protecting her. So, she won't get bullied at school."

"We need to address the root of the problem."

Liu Zheng shook his head.

You can guard against 1,000 days, but they aren't reliable for protecting anyone.

"What do you suggest? We'll follow your lead."

"What do you suggest we do?" he asked with a chilling smile on his face.