Chapter 46
However, Su Ci was not very worried about whether the fruit vines could survive.
He has the blessing of the "Dead Tree Comes Back to Spring" spell, and with the addition of this spiritual water that can promote plant growth, it should not be difficult to make it survive.
Ah Yan looked at the fruit vines that had returned to green, and there was no sadness in his heart anymore. Moreover, he didn't know if it was his illusion, but he actually found that -
After the breeder buried the fruit vines in the soil, the little spirit seeds that had been sleeping soundly seemed to finally "wake up".
Of course, it was not like the one in the clay can, shouting slogans with all its might. Instead, it fell into a strange silence, as if... it was holding back its energy and accumulating strength.
A Yan tilted his head, not knowing whether his perception was wrong, but he couldn't help but look forward to it.
Is the little spirit seed about to sprout?
He stared at the fruit vine, and Su Ci ignored him. In his opinion, A Yan's learning speed was already fast enough. If he was too diligent, he might not have the energy to teach him.
Therefore, it is still necessary to combine work and rest, and rest well when it is time to rest.
Su Ci stretched and went back to his bedroom to sleep.
He had clearly slept for a hundred thousand years, but after waking up this time, he became more sleepy than before. This was probably related to the weakness of his spiritual body.
He needs to use sleep to recover his consumed soul power.
Although Number Three and Number Eight were practicing the flute and were inevitably a bit noisy, Su Ci was so sleepy that he fell asleep as soon as his head touched the pillow, and he didn't ask the two children to stop.
The bedroom was quiet. The work manual that was still embedded in the wall was in good order after Su Ci returned.
Not to mention any movement or noise, even its presence has been reduced to a minimum, as if it is really just an ordinary work manual.
It wasn't until the evening that Su Ci slowly woke up, and then...
“Gurgle—”
The stomach made a series of empty rumbling sounds, and the empty city plan started again.
That’s right, Su Ci was awakened by hunger.
At this moment, a strong smell of meat drifted in from outside the bedroom door, bringing Su Ci out of the hazy state of just waking up and regaining his consciousness completely.
He sat up and took a deep breath.
The next second, Su Ci appeared beside the dining table, and at this time, A Yan had just put the prepared dinner on the table.
There were already four plates on the table, each filled with hot, freshly-cooked delicacies.
Seeing the breeder suddenly appear, A Yan was stunned at first, then a happy smile appeared on his face. He pushed a plate close to him in front of Su Ci like offering a treasure, then picked up the fork and handed it to him.
Su Ci's gaze remained on the plate that A Yan pushed over.
Judging from the texture of the meat, this should be made from canned beef diced, but it seems that something else has been added -
Su Ci identified it carefully and found that it was the flesh of the Star Chain Fruit. After adding it to the beef cubes and stewing it, it became a brand new dish.
I don't know what it tastes like, but it smells pretty good.
Su Ci took the cutlery, picked up a piece of beef with a fork, put it into his mouth without hesitation, and then closed his eyes in enjoyment.
The beef granules cut into cubes have been marinated and are very tasty. They do not become dry after stewing. They are soft and chewy with a slight texture. Paired with the sweet and refreshing star chain fruit, it is really an amazing combination.
If it could be poured over fragrant white rice, Su Ci felt that he could eat two or three bowls in one go.
It’s a pity that there is no rice now.
Su Ci suppressed his regret and began to eat heartily. He finished most of the food and only after relieving the hunger in his stomach did he look at the plate next to him.
This is naturally meat, but not beef or chicken, but... Su Ci sniffed it gently and came to a conclusion:
It's lamb!
The mutton is also cut into granules. After being roasted, the surface is golden and slightly charred, the oil that flows out is bright in color and steaming, and paired with spicy spices, it is truly delicious.
Su Ci couldn't wait to taste it.
A Yan also sat down at the dining table, drinking his mixed vegetable-flavored nutrient solution while looking at the breeder happily.
He likes to watch the breeders eat and it seems that he will never get tired of watching.
The portions A Yan prepared were quite generous, with four plates in total. Su Ci paired it with nutrient solution and ended up eating until he was 60% full, but still hadn't completely finished his meal.
But Su Ci didn't continue.
He moved a plate in front of A Yan and said to the child, "A Yan, you eat too."
The young man's eyebrows were curved, and even his gentle voice was filled with an obvious smile. It was obvious that he was very satisfied with the meal. Even when sharing with A Yan, he did not feel reluctant at all.
In other words, Su Ci, who always ate alone, has become accustomed to sharing food with A Yan.
A Yan looked at the dozen or so pieces of meat left on the plate, and then at the smile on the breeder's face, he did not refuse. He picked up the fork and ate all the meat on the plate.
The meat is fragrant and soft, so delicious!
Su Ci drank the nutrient solution to quench his thirst, and then saw A Yan eating with satisfaction, and he felt in a good mood.
"Ayan, how do you know how to cook these foods?" he asked.
A Yan thought for a moment, then showed a confused expression. He took out a pen and paper from the space button, wrote some words on the paper, and then showed it to Su Ci.
You'll learn it once you see it.
So he couldn't answer how he knew it specifically.
Su Ci nodded and fell into thought.
Generally speaking, only when Ayan was born did he come into contact with these things and form memories in his subconscious mind, so when he came into contact with them again, he would recall this knowledge again...
If this is the case, Ayan's spiritual consciousness should have been born before the red fog formed on the Prison Star and it began to become desolate. It was only after a very long time that he grew into a true spirit.
Of course, Ayan is a cub from the nursery. Theoretically, he should be a spirit born from outer space.
But Su Ci felt that this theory was not valid.
He could sense in A Yan a kind of intimacy that came from the same origin, and as A Yan mastered the power of the divine text, this feeling became stronger and stronger.
Ayan is definitely a spirit born on this land.
Perhaps it was because of this feeling of intimacy that he became more and more soft-hearted towards this child - of course, more importantly, it was because this child was indeed likable.
Then, there is another possibility.
Ayan is a rule-based spirit, and the rules he masters enable him to quickly acquire this type of knowledge.
Both possibilities are very likely, but if it is the latter, then what kind of rules can have such characteristics?
Even the knowledgeable Su Ci couldn't think of anything corresponding for a moment.
Since he couldn't figure it out, Su Ci didn't worry about it. Anyway, as they got to know each other and A Yan grew up, he would know it one day.
At least such characteristics will be beneficial to Ayan's future growth, and at the moment, Ayan has begun to display his talents.
The more Su Ci looked at A Yan, the more satisfied he felt, but...
As long as it is a living being, it has a lifespan.
As soon as this thought came into his mind, Su Ci couldn't help but think deeply about it.
Even if A Yan could live for hundreds of thousands or even millions of years, to him, it would only be a moment in his endless life...
After all, he would be the only one left in the end, and the smile on Su Ci's face faded.
A Yan looked at the breeder somewhat helplessly.
He could feel that the warmth in the breeder's eyes was rapidly fading, until finally, those eyes were once again hidden behind the thick fog.
A Yan's heart ached inexplicably.
A lonely figure vaguely emerged in his mind... A Yan couldn't help but open his mouth. He wanted to make a sound. He felt that there were many things he wanted to say in his heart, as if they had been buried for a long time, hazy and about to break out of the cocoon.
Surprisingly, when he was trying hard to mobilize his vocal cords, the notebook in his hand suddenly began to turn pages automatically.
“Swish, swish, swish—”
“Swish, swish, swish—”
The paper flipped, making a rapid sound, and finally stopped at the penultimate page.
There was a complete divine script written on it - it was the result of A Yan's practice for an entire afternoon while Su Ci was sleeping.
The divine text flowed with a light golden spiritual charm. With the blessing of this spiritual charm, A Yan smoothly uttered two words.
"Susu..."
The child's voice was still dry and hoarse, but it was much better than before.
Ah Yan looked deeply at Su Ci, the young man's figure reflected in his dark red eyes, as if he had been looking at him like this for many, many years...
But after he uttered these two words smoothly, the spiritual charm of the divine text quickly dimmed, and finally even the ink became blurred.
After that, no more sound came out of A Yan's mouth.
Su Ci was also surprised by this change.
He stared at A Yan in a daze, looking at his little hand reaching out to him, as if wanting to touch him.
However, in the end, Su Ci did not choose to hold that hand back.
He avoided A Yan's sight, not wanting to look at his gradually dimming eyes, and said helplessly: "Didn't I tell you not to be so stubborn?"
Looking at the blurred traces of the divine text on the notebook, Su Ci had to admit that A Yan was indeed a genius. He was able to use the power of the divine text just after learning it.
Of course, he may have acted unconsciously, but this also precisely demonstrates his genius.
"Let's put the divine text practice on hold today." Su Ci said, "I will teach you the formation tomorrow."
Then he stood up and waved his hand. The plates on the table went into the dishwasher and started washing automatically. Su Ci also left the dormitory.
From beginning to end, Su Ci never looked at A Yan again, seeming a little indifferent, but looking at his back as he left in a hurry, it seemed more like he was fleeing in panic.
However, A Yan did not see this.
He slowly lowered his head, his eyes dimming more than ever.
Su Ci walked up the stairs to the fourth floor, and the nanny robot 4586 was just coming out of the elevator.
After discovering Su Ci, it happily greeted him, "Su Su, it's dinner time for the babies! Come over and help serve the food, or the babies will starve!"
Su Ci did not refuse. He picked up the copy for Room 3 and entered Room 403.
Number Eight was naturally still in Number Three's room. He and Number Three had been practicing the flute together for the entire afternoon. When he smelled the aroma of food, his stomach suddenly growled.
However, he didn't want to go back to his room.
He likes to stay with No. 3. Although No. 3 is not talkative and doesn't let him touch his ears, when he talks, No. 3 listens quietly and doesn't find him annoying at all.
This is much better than number five!
"Number Eight, it's time for you to go back." At this time, he heard the breeder say this.
Number Three, who was standing next to him, breathed a sigh of relief. Although he wanted to learn to play the flute, he would have no flute after Number Eight left. However, he had already learned it for an entire afternoon, so he felt that he could take a break.
However, Number Eight obviously did not share the same idea as him.
The next moment, the young boy opened his arms and hugged No. 3, frightening the child so much that his whole body stiffened.
"I'm not going back!" Number 8 shook his head and said in a naughty way.
Number Three, who was being held tightly by him, became increasingly tense, and his pale little face looked as if his soul would leave his body at any moment.
Su Ci gently placed the lunch box on the table. He said nothing, just looked at Number Eight quietly.
The young boy, who originally had a rude look on his face, slowly began to have wandering eyes, and then gradually his eyes became scattered, and the rude look on his face was replaced by guilt.
He pursed his lips, and finally let go of his hand reluctantly.
"Just go back...why are you looking at me like that?"
As if he is so dishonest...
If it weren't for the Su breeder teaching him to play the flute, he wouldn't be so controlled by him! How annoying!
The little wolf cub muttered, and next to him, Number Three's stiff body finally relaxed a little. He quietly moved to the side, but didn't dare to move too much, for fear that Number Eight would notice and pounce on him again.
At this moment, the ahoge on Number Eight's head suddenly stood up again. He thought of something and said excitedly, "Then I'll wait until after dinner before going back!"
He argued, "You only said you would pick me up at dinner time, but you didn't say before or after dinner."
Su Ci thought about it and realized that this was indeed the case.
He looked at Number Three next to him, but before he could ask, Number Eight, as if he had guessed what Number Three would say, spoke first: "Number Three also agreed to let me stay!"
He looked at the little boy with a burning gaze, "Right, number three?"
Number Three gripped the bamboo flute tightly, his pale blue eyes, lifeless and out of focus, revealing a hint of pity. But in the end, he nodded ever so slightly and uttered a weak, babyish "hmm" in his voice.
Since No. 8 has been staying with him for the whole afternoon, it doesn’t matter if he stays there a little longer.
"Hey, number three, you're so nice!"
Then, he shook his big tail with a beaming expression and grinned at Su Ci, revealing his big white teeth, so big that his teeth were visible and his eyes were not.
Although Su Ci felt that No. 3 probably agreed reluctantly due to the coercion of No. 8, it was not a big deal and it would not hurt to agree.
"Okay, then you stay for a while." Su Ci said.
"Yeah!"
The little wolf cub cheered, then took the initiative to follow Su Ci and said cheerfully, "I'll go with you to get the lunch box! By the way, can I go see number five? Is number four back?"
Number 8 has the best relationship with Number 4 and Number 5, but today he played with Number 3 the whole day. Thinking about it, I feel a little guilty.
Hearing No. 8's question, Su Ci paused slightly. He turned his head and looked at the metal wall separating Rooms 4 and 5.
Number Five...
She probably doesn't want to see Number 8 now.
The metal door opened, and 4586, carrying a lunch box, slowly floated into rooms number four and five.
The nanny robot placed the lunch box on the table, then rotated with an electronic sound, and finally found the little girl huddled in the shadows with her knees hugged in the gap between the bed and the wall.
"Little baby Wuwu, come and have your meal!" it said gently.
The little girl raised her head and looked at 4586's eyes, which were swollen like lightbulbs. She sobbed and said in a tearful voice, "Where's my brother? I want my brother..."
"Si Si is still recuperating in the medical purification room."
4586 coaxed softly, "Wuwu, you must eat well, so that brother won't worry. Brother loves our little baby Wuwu the most!"
Number Five sniffed and hummed softly, but soon her mouth pursed again.
"4583...will it never come back?"
"It was trying to save me... so it was thrown into the wall by Number Two... and died..."
As she spoke, the little girl burst into tears, "And my brother...my brother also fought with number two..."
Seeing her crying so sadly, 4586 suddenly became anxious. It squeezed into the gap with difficulty and clumsily hugged the little girl with its body, which was not soft but slightly warm.
"Don't cry, Wuwu. 4586 will always be with you." It comforted gently.
Number Five sobbed, her small hands embracing 4586's plump metal shell, nuzzling it lovingly. After a long moment, she calmed down and said in a soft, yet incredibly clear voice, "4586, you need to hide."
"Baby Wuwu, what are you talking about? 4586 doesn't understand." The nanny robot switched its mechanical arm to a soft sponge and gently patted the little girl's back to help her calm down.
"When I'm in danger, you have to hide."
Number Five, who was usually not very articulate, made his point clear at this moment, "You can't get into trouble. You can't die like 4583."
There is obviously no such setting in the nanny robot's program, and it has no way to respond to No. 5's feelings.
It could only continue to comfort him based on the triggered keywords: "When little baby Wuwu is in danger, 4586 will protect you at all costs. You don't need to be afraid."
Number Five suddenly became angry.
"I don't need it!"
As she roared angrily, the flaxen lion ears on the little girl's head appeared again, and her eyes quickly turned like those of an animal.
"I don't want your protection! You need to hide, you hear me!"
The nanny robot's electronic eyes flickered, and a line of text appeared in its AI program:
[Detected that cub number five is losing control of its emotions and entering a frenzy. Tranquilizer JH05493 will be released in 30 seconds to control it. To avoid attack, please leave room 404 immediately.]
[Countdown begins: 30, 29, 28...]
4586's mechanical arm slowly released Number Five.
However, as those electronic eyes flashed wildly, the nanny robot's mechanical arm fell on the little girl's back again and patted her gently.
"Five-five...baby, be...good..."
The intelligent program of 4586 seemed to have malfunctioned, the sound became intermittent, and even a clear electric current sound could be heard.
Number Five, who was already in a rage, was suddenly stunned.
A flash of light appeared before my eyes.
She saw a light golden spot of light flying towards her. Before she could react, the spot of light landed between her eyebrows. Number Five's brain, which had been in chaos, regained a bit of clarity.
"Five-five... sizzle... little darling... sizzle..."
She heard the voice of 4586. The crackling sound of electricity made her shudder all over. She seemed to remember something. The expression on Number Five's face was replaced by panic and fear.
“4586…4586…”
"What's wrong with you? Please... please don't die... wuwuwu..."
Tears as big as beans rolled down the little girl's eyes again. As she cried, her brown and yellow animal eyes returned to normal.
[Ding Di - Detected that Cub No. 5's frenzied state has been interrupted. Stop releasing Tranquilizer JH05493. Cub No. 5 must be comforted immediately.]
As these words emerged, the electric current flashing in 4586's electronic eyes disappeared, and its voice returned to its soft and smooth tone.
"Why is baby Wuwu crying again? 4586 is a robot, and robots can't die."
The nanny robot's electronic eyes transformed into a smiley face. "Are you hungry, little one? Let's have dinner! After dinner, 4586 can draw with you."
Watching the nanny robot return to normal, Number Five wiped his eyes with the back of his hand, pursed his lips, and hummed softly.
"My dear, you are so good!"
4586 was generous with his praise. He gently pulled the little girl out of the shadows and sat her down on a chair. "Do you need 4586 to feed Wuwu?"
Number Five shook his head, wiped his face with a tissue, then picked up a small spoon and scooped the jelly into his mouth.
4586 did not leave. It stayed by her side, staring at the little girl with its pair of electronic eyes blinking. Every time she took a bite, it would make exaggerated exclamations.
It was as if the little girl had accomplished something incredibly remarkable.
Unconsciously, a smile appeared on Number Five's face, and his emotions seemed to have completely stabilized.
In the next room, Su Ci withdrew his hand as if nothing had happened. He lowered his head and said to Number Eight, "Let's go get your dinner."
Seeing that the breeder ignored what he had just said, No. 8 curled his lips.
Of course, he didn't dare disobey the breeder.
He discussed a lot of insights with No. 3 this afternoon and also encountered a lot of problems. He is waiting to ask the keeper during tomorrow's activity.
As for number four and five...
It would be the same tomorrow when they met again! Then he would show them how he played the flute!
Thinking of this, the little wolf cub suddenly forgot all his unhappiness, and followed Su Ci happily, starting to chat about food.
"Oh, yeah, do you still have those potato chips?"
"have."
"I want to eat..."
"No."
"Don't be so stingy, give me some more." Number Eight didn't notice that he was becoming more and more adept at responding to Su Ci's pleading and acting coquettishly.
"Or what do you want? I can trade with you!" He hesitated a little, then said boldly, "Besides ears, I also have a tail!"
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