Chapter 282: Take me with you! I eat very little!

I! I can do it!

Catgirl Lanbaoshi assured Jierte, but deep down she still dared to do it again next time.

As long as Jierte doesn't see it, it's fine~

Catgirl still dares to do it next time!

Petty theft is a hobby, making money is the way!

Afterwards, Jierte also helped settle the restaurant boss's matter, and only then brought Lanbaoshi to a high-end restaurant to find food.

If it were yesterday, Lanbaoshi probably couldn't even get through this door.

The little catgirl who had never seen the world looked around curiously at everything; she had never been to such a luxurious place before.

Hello, two of you, what do you need?

Just find a place to sit.

Jierte said to the somewhat restrained Lanbaoshi, and had already begun ordering skillfully.

Soon, plate after plate of extremely abundant dishes were brought out, quickly filling the table.

The abundant dishes dazzled Lanbaoshi's eyes, and saliva couldn't help but flow out.

Kn... Knight Sir.

Are we celebrating New Year?

Hmm, tomorrow I'm going on a long journey; today I'll take you to try some meat.

Jierte stared for a moment, then continued speaking.

Even if it's a parting meal.

The catgirl's motion of stuffing food into her mouth froze, and she looked at Jierte somewhat dazedly.

Yeah, it's time to part.

The catgirl unconsciously chewed the tasty fish meat, but her mind had already flown a hundred and eight thousand miles away.

These few days are the happiest in her cat life, not only does the Knight Sir full of security protect her, but there's also food to eat.

Most importantly, this is the first time she's spoken so much to someone else!

Watching Jierte eat elegantly before her, and then looking at herself with her mouth full and oily, Lanbaoshi felt a bit stuck.

Want to... go on a spur-of-the-moment trip?

Lanbaoshi thought that in her heart, and her eating motion gradually slowed down.

Um, Knight Sir.

How can you not go?

Huh?

Jierte looked at Lanbaoshi with some doubt, wondering what this little catgirl had in her head.

If my aunt's illness could be cured, then I'd have no reason to leave.

Yeah.

The catgirl's eyes lit up; thinking of this possibility, her gloom vanished completely, and her eating speed suddenly sped up.

Just need to cure the Knight Sir's aunt, right!

Then the kitty must give it her all!

Jierte watched the catgirl begin to devour food like a whirlwind, inwardly shocked at how huge this little thing's appetite is!

He can't even finish all these dishes!

Afterwards, Jierte felt the other's body brimming with ever more vigorous vitality.

Alright, knowing where this food goes, as long as it's not wasted.

So spicy!

The catgirl boldly wiped her mouth; she's now going to see Jierte's aunt, right this instant!!!

You... want to eat a bit more?

I don't know if it's his illusion, but the catgirl seems to have grown a bit.

And her hair color changed back, now it's a dirt-resistant black.

Hmm... then let's have a bit more.

The catgirl agreed with Jierte's suggestion, after all she can eat endlessly.

Alright, then we won't eat here.

After all, eating here is a bit of a loss for her; better to take her for a buffet.

This catgirl really, knowing she can eat endlessly yet not going to a buffet, day after day pitifully can't even fill her stomach.

Buffet?

Who is that?

The catgirl had never heard this term before, and when Jierte explained it clearly, Lanbaoshi's eyes became as bright as a light bulb.

What a loss!

If I'd known about this earlier, I'd have gotten rich already!

The catgirl regretted deeply, feeling she had lost a hundred million.

But it doesn't matter; let's use this occasion to give the boss a harsh lesson!

Don't eat too fiercely.

Be careful the boss won't let you pass next time.

The catgirl instantly wilted; at her young age, she first realized the importance of worldly affairs.

Okay... then I'll eat a little less.

The catgirl looked pitiful; Jierte couldn't bear it, as if what he said was like he was starving her....

It's fine, go ahead and eat; if there's too much, I'll make it up to the boss.

Great!

The catgirl gave the boss a harsh lesson, but the unlucky boss didn't notice this catgirl at all; instead, he became very interested in Jierte.

Finally, the catgirl left the buffet with a belly full of food; she would never forget this charitable place!

Afterward, Jierte brought the catgirl, whose life force was about to overflow, to his home; upon entering, what met his eyes was still the dazed little aunt leaning by the window.

'Jierte's back again?'

She was a little happy and wanted to go greet him again, but Jierte spotted her in advance.

'Aunt!'

Jierte supported her, gazing at her somewhat weary face, and told her what had happened over the past two days.

The catgirl Lan Baoshi also came over to the aunt, somewhat awkwardly, pointed at herself, indicating she was Lan Baoshi.

Jierte glanced at the catgirl who dared not speak; this guy is usually talkative and easygoing—why is he now acting like a little cat?

'You mean, let this little thing try?'

'Yes.'

Jierte nodded seriously.

'I will try every possible way to heal Aunt.'

The aunt looked at Jierte for a while, then suddenly laughed.

'Alright, I believe you.'

Jierte smiled, gesturing for Lan Baoshi to come forward to treat his aunt.

'Good! Okay!'

Lan Baoshi plucked up courage, came before Jierte's aunt, stretched out her little hand; although nothing happened, Jierte could clearly feel the catgirl's formerly abundant life force rapidly draining.

At that moment, the aunt only felt a warm, moist force filling her body, very soothing.

Meanwhile, Jierte stared fixedly at the aunt's crystal‑like arm, but no miracle occurred.

The aunt's arm still showed no sign of returning to normal; it seemed Lan Baoshi's ability had no effect on her.

After a moment's thought, Jierte also gave up hope, shaking his head at the little cat still desperately releasing life force.

If the cat's ability were to restore HP, then the symptoms of spiritual erosion wouldn't be as simple as losing HP; they'd be more like something that reduces the maximum HP.

This is the fundamental reason why Lan Baoshi's Life Replacement is useless.

The little cat looked at Jierte with pleading eyes; seeing him shake his head, she could only helplessly lower her head.

'Sorry....'

She whispered in a tiny voice; Jierte glanced at the aunt and gently took her hand.

'Then Aunt, I really have to go on a long journey this time.'

'No matter the cost, I will cure you.'

After leaving, Lan Baoshi the catgirl remained somewhat gloomy until Jierte tugged the fluff inside her ears, prompting her to react.

'Huh?'

'What are you thinking about?'

'I…'

The catgirl was about to say something when Jierte's next words cut her off.

'Let's part here, little kitty.'

'You should go home.'

'Ah…. '

Lan Baoshi looked at Jierte, a flicker of loss crossing her eyes.

'Well… then okay.'

'You'll come back, right?'

The little cat's life hasn't been easy; she saves money to have a home of her own.

Although life is hard, and she still needs much more money to buy her own house, each day is full of hope.

In the past, she didn't know what a tent was, nor that this world still had buffets so friendly to her.

All of these were brought to her by the person before her.

Before, she only dared to peek from afar, and occasionally sent him strange little trinkets to draw his attention.

But after truly interacting, Lan Baoshi discovered he was not an ordinary aristocrat, but rather a straightforward iron‑willed man who is easy to talk to.

In just two days of getting along, she didn't know whether it was because Jierte's physique attracted her, or because his words and deeds matched her ideas.

In short, Lan Baoshi somewhat wanted to stay with him.

'I've also sorted out your ID information; from now on you won't be a black‑market resident and can freely go to buffets.'

'There's also a small phone; you need to learn how to use it—you can order tents online, though they're a bit pricey.'

'Ah? Oh… oh.'

The catgirl listened as he laid out her affairs one by one, looking somewhat dazed at the things in her hands.

'Lastly, if you run into any trouble, just go to my aunt—she's not a scary person.'

'Alright, that's all.'

Jierte looked at the dazed catgirl, then tentatively reached out and patted her head.

The fluffy feel and the incredibly soft cat ears made him unable to stop; he wished he could do it every day!

Jierte thought that, yet his hand stopped moving.

All right, little kitten, I should go.

Hmm....

Remember what I told you, don't let bad people bully you.

I'll miss you, goodbye.

Jierte smiled and waved his hand, turning to walk toward the city's edge under the setting sun.

Blue Sapphire just silently watched them, the farther they went, the farther they went.

He finally gave her a distant look, smiled and waved at her, gesturing for her to go back, then continued walking away....

Until she could no longer see their figure, Blue Sapphire still gazed in that direction.

He's gone....

The little catgirl muttered to herself, looking at the pile of things stuffed into her hands, still dazed in place, a feeling of loss slowly rose.

Jierte....?

She looked toward that direction again, when someone behind her bumped her, then a surging crowd filled the street, as if the earlier emptiness had been prepared just for Jierte.

She was swallowed by the crowd, now.... what choice does she still have?

Blue Sapphire seemed to suddenly understand something, gritted her teeth, stuffed everything into her small pack, and followed the surging crowd toward where Jierte had left.

Where should the first stop be?

Jierte pondered, there are many civilizations on this land; relying solely on examples would take forever to finish.

Let's go to the Seaside City-state.

That place is the most advanced nation in psychic ability use; setting it as the first stop is definitely correct.

From afar came a melodious tune; a bard playing a cheerful melody passed by, everything was so pleasant.

Jierte gathered his thoughts and firmly stepped forward to depart.

I don't know if it's because I still keep thinking of that little cat, but her calls keep faintly coming from behind.

Knight Sir!

How is it getting even closer?

Jierte turned back in confusion; behind him was the crowded interior of the Empire's city gate, yet he saw no trace of the little cat.

Knight Sir!

Jierte heard another call; although still faint, he could at least hear it.

It's not an auditory hallucination.

Jierte stood still; soon a small figure squeezed out from the crowd, looking at the empty road with a clueless expression.

Soon her eyes locked onto Jierte standing still; her small face lit up with joy as she ran toward him.

Knight Sir!

Blue Sapphire? How did you come here?

The catgirl arrived panting beside Jierte, leaning on her leg for a moment before lifting her head to look at him.

Knight Sir! Take me with you! I can eat very little!

The catgirl realized, both are wandering, both are sleeping outdoors; why not find a companion to travel together?

As a cat with no power or influence, and no family to rely on, if she missed Jierte this time, she would likely be trapped in this miserable city for life, wandering forever.

She wants to go with Jierte to see this world.

Take you with me? Are you serious?

Serious! Very serious! Absolutely definitely very serious!

Blue Sapphire repeatedly expressed her affirmative thoughts, looking pleadingly at Jierte, and once again repeated that line.

Knight Sir, take me with you! I can eat very little!

Jierte looked at the eager catgirl, the corners of his mouth turning up in a smile.

Looks like the wish to pet a cat's head every day can be fulfilled; that's really nice.

Okay.

A brief answer instantly made Blue Sapphire overjoyed.

Great!

Then... what about your stray cats? Aren't you feeding them anymore?

Huh?

The catgirl was a bit dazed, seeming not to understand Jierte's meaning.

Feed them? Who feeds them? Me?

Not you feeding them? Then who else?

emmmm.....

The catgirl was embarrassed for a while, finally stammering out.

Actually... most of the time they feed me.

Jierte:????

Who feeds whom?!

Jierte was a bit dazed, taking a while to realize what had happened.

It's fine; they'd be better off without me.

You.... okay.

Jierte eventually compromised, looking at the catgirl whose tail wagged nonstop from happiness, he gently patted her head.

If you're sure, then let's set off.

Even if you change your mind along the way, I won't let you go.

I won't regret it!