Chapter 62: 61.22 Years is a Middle-Aged Man
Chapter 62: 61.22 Years is a Middle-Aged Man
“Alright, alright, today is a joyful celebration party, so let’s not dwell on the unhappy things. Let’s keep enjoying this celebration!”
Seeing Aierjisi sulking, reminiscing about unpleasant memories, Yake patted her little head.
“You’re right, today is an important day for the City Lord! I can’t just sit here moping. We must enjoy this party to honor the City Lord’s care for us these days!”
With Yake’s words, Aierjisi felt he had a point. Yes, this was a celebration party! How could she be here sulking? Especially since it was her first time attending such a grand party!
“Let’s go, Yake! We need to keep looking for more interesting stuff!”
“Sure! But remember, while having fun, you can’t forget we have other missions today.”
Yake reminded the Little Princess that they were not just here for a casual party but also to find the culprit who had been causing trouble in Pield.
“Of course! Don’t think of me as that playful little kid. I won’t forget this mission, as it concerns the City Lord’s safety!”
Even without Yake’s reminder, Aierjisi had never forgotten about their mission. Why not enjoy the fun of the party while keeping the task in mind?
“As long as you don’t forget, I’m just worried you might get too carried away playing and lose track, considering your personality…”
“What’s wrong with my personality?”
“Nothing, nothing.”
Yake shook his head. Aierjisi’s personality was just like that of a real little girl; once she got carried away playing, she would forget all about what she was supposed to do. That’s why he, as the adult, needed to stick around her and remind her when she lost sight of her duties.
“Ooh? Yake, what’s that over there? It looks like some kind of candy!”
As they walked, Aierjisi’s attention was drawn to something that looked like candy by the roadside. She had no idea what it was and sought the help of the knowledgeable Yake.
Yake also spotted the candy-like item. It certainly looked like candy, but he had no clue what kind it was. After all, he was just a simple country boy who lived in a small town; there were lots of new things in the city he hadn’t seen before.
“Then why don’t you go ask the boss what it is? If it really is candy, buy me one so I can try what it tastes like!”
“Okay, I’ll go and be right back. But are you sure you can handle all this sweetness?”
Knowing that Aierjisi loved sweet things, Yake still worried about her health after she’d had cotton candy and candy so early in the morning.
“Who cares? Just hurry up and buy it for me, no need for all that fuss! I can eat as many sweets as I want!”
After all, Aierjisi was from the Blood Clan—there wasn’t any race on the continent that could claim to be stronger than the Blood Clan when it comes to self-healing. Even if she indulged in sweets and got cavities that caused all her teeth to fall out, they would miraculously grow back the next day!
“Alright, alright. I know your self-healing is great, but I still wish you’d take care of your health.”
“Stop nagging! You’re not my mom! Quit pretending to be an adult and lecture me. Just go get my candy!”
Aierjisi waved him off impatiently, urging Yake to hurry and buy her the candy.
“Geez, this little princess is way too spoiled! Why won’t she just listen to me?”
Yake was at a loss. This little princess had always been headstrong and refused to listen to him, even when he was trying to help her.
But even if he said all that, he still honestly ran off to buy that string of candy for the little princess.
“Here! The boss said this is called Apple Candy, since it looks just like an apple!”
“Oh! Apple Candy, huh? This looks pretty good!”
She took the candy, which perfectly complemented her cotton candy—a soft and hard combination.
“Hey, Mr. Yake! Miss Aierjisi! Good morning! Already so eager to roam the city so early in the day?”
Just then, Yin, who was patrolling the city, stumbled upon the two having fun.
“Oh, Yin! Good morning! Speaking of which, it’s a celebration party today, why are you still in your usual uniform?”
Aierjisi thought that for this festive occasion, Yin would also don something celebratory, but she found him still in his regular uniform.
“Haha… no, it’s precisely because it’s a celebration party that I’m wearing my usual uniform! Because on days like this, there are often many troubles. Our job as guards is to maintain order today.”
Yin smiled as he explained why he was still in uniform today.
“I see, sounds like your job is quite tough! Even during holidays, you don’t get a break.”
Aierjisi felt a bit sorry for Yin; such a position was indeed uncomfortable, having to work even on holidays. It reminded her of the soul-sucking 996 company she used to work for.
“No, it’s actually not that tough. Just wandering around the city. The guards trained by the City Lord are really capable. Most of the time, I don’t even need to take action; they maintain order quite well on their own. Like, look over there.”
Following the direction Yin pointed, Yake and Aierjisi turned to see.
There was a little girl squatting under a tree, crying, while a guard knelt beside her, asking what was wrong and why she was crying today.
“Oh, it’s just something minor. Don’t worry, I’ll get that balloon down for you right away!”
After learning that the little girl was crying because her balloon was stuck in a tree, the soldier set down his weapon, patted his chest, and quickly climbed the tree to help her retrieve it.
“Here you go. This is your balloon! Now don’t cry anymore! If you ever have troubles, you can come find us guards. We’ll do our best to help you!”
“Okay! Thank you, Uncle Guard!”
The little girl happily took her balloon and ran off to play. Meanwhile, when the soldier heard her call him “Uncle,” he seemed to suffer a fatal blow, clutching his heart and collapsing to the ground.
“Uncle… I’m only… 22 years old…”
In the distance, Aierjisi vaguely heard the soldier mumbling to himself. Indeed, being called “Uncle” at just 22 must have been a heavy blow for a young man.