“Mister, this… this is the bacteria?”
“No, these are just mites. As for bacteria… this microscope can’t see them.”
At least, the one in his hand now definitely couldn’t.
Li Yuer lowered her head to look at the tiny wriggling bugs reflected on the Crystal Lens, feeling the hairs on her arms stand on end.
“This… these things are always present in the air? Could it be that when we breathe…”
“That’s not quite right. These little creatures are called Dust Mites. They feed on dust and impurities, sticking to clothes and eating dead skin flakes. As long as daily cleaning is done properly, there’s no real problem.”
“I see…”
Li Yuer nodded. Honestly, today’s scene had shaken her worldview quite a bit.
She turned back to the young man who seemed to know a bit about everything and asked,
“Mister, there’s something I’m not sure if I should ask…”
“If you think you shouldn’t ask, then don’t.”
“Alright, Mister. As far as I know, you haven’t formally apprenticed to learn your medical skills. Where did you learn all of this?”
Xu Ping’an lifted his head to gaze at the Moon rising from the east.
“The weather’s quite nice today.”
Li Yuer leaned forward, almost pressing against Xu Ping’an, her moist eyes filled with curiosity.
“Mister, really won’t say?”
“I won’t.”
Xu Ping’an’s answer was resolute.
“Then what about if I try? Mister, will you say anything?”
“No matter what you do, even if you beat me to death, I won’t say a word.”
“Looks like Mister is really a tough nut to crack. Then don’t blame me if I have to get rough!”
“Hmph! I’m not afraid of being smashed to bits. As long as I keep my integrity in this world, bring on whatever you’ve got! If I, Xu Ping’an, even flinch, then I’m no hero!”
“Well, well, Xu the Brave truly has some backbone. Seems torturing won’t get me any answers. In that case… I have another plan!”
“Hmph, bring it on if you have the skill!”
Without realizing it, the two had fallen into a game of roleplay.
Before long, Li Yuer was standing right in front of him, leaning in to whisper in Xu Ping’an’s ear.
“Then, if I were to send myself to you as a Honey Trap, would you accept, Mister?”
Was this a joke?
No, this was not a joke. This was Li Yuer’s offensive move!
Feeling the breath like orchids by his ear, Xu Ping’an felt a shiver run through him!
“No more games! That’s cheating! No Honey Traps allowed!”
“Mister never said anything about that beforehand.”
Li Yuer’s eyes sparkled with teasing, covering her mouth with a light laugh.
“Fine, then I won’t play anymore.”
Was he so easily swayed by seduction?
Xu Ping’an’s mind flashed with the image of Pei Qingxuan, then involuntarily looked down at the woman in front of him with a full B+… Using this as a test for a candidate?
Which candidate could withstand such a trial?
He certainly couldn’t.
So no more playing. If this kept going and things got out of hand, it would be troublesome.
“Mister~ Could it be that you despise Yuer?”
“Why would I despise you? Enough, I’m going to pack up and get ready to sleep…”
Suddenly, the courtyard gate was knocked on.
“Kid, are you there?”
Xu Ping’an was taken aback and exchanged a surprised glance with Li Yuer.
“Since it’s Old Mister Qian himself, it’s probably about what happened earlier today, right?”
Li Yuer guessed part of the truth.
“Besides that, there shouldn’t be any other reason.”
Thinking this, Xu Ping’an stood up and dusted off the dirt on his clothes.
“Let’s go see Old Mister Qian.”
Seeing the hand extended toward him, Li Yuer’s heart raced wildly.
To hide her nervousness, she quickly changed the subject with a light laugh.
“Mister, is this like the stubborn wife meeting the in-laws?”
Without looking back, Xu Ping’an took Li Yuer with him toward the door.
“If even you count as ugly, then I guess there aren’t many pretty ones in the world.”
Hearing this, Li Yuer felt her heart flutter as she looked at the man’s back.
“Mister… is that a compliment?”
“Or what else?”
“Mister, if you keep this up, Yuer might get serious~”
Clearly, Li Yuer was starting to lose her composure. Xu Ping’an said nothing further but led her inside.
“Why is Old Mister Qian coming in person?”
He opened the gate, revealing Qian Zhongyi sitting in a Soft Sedan Chair.
He was still partially paralyzed, though the paralyzed side was regaining some strength.
But it would still be some time before he could walk or jump around.
“Hahaha~ I’m just bored, came to chat with you.”
Qian Zhongyi glanced at Li Yuer, then quickly withdrew his gaze.
“This your girl?”
“Old Mister Qian, this is my wife.”
Xu Ping’an cupped his fists and bowed slightly, and Li Yuer also bowed gracefully.
“Many blessings, Old Mister.”
“Good, good, blessings, hmm… your kid’s got good taste, hahaha~ Good! She really is a Hearty Daughter!”
“Heh~ Old Mister overpraises me. I’m just an Ordinary Girl. I’m not worthy of such compliments. This isn’t the place for chatting. Please, could some men help carry Old Mister inside?”
The last sentence was directed to several strong men.
“An Ordinary Girl is good, an Ordinary Girl is good. An Ordinary Girl doesn’t meddle in Heavenly House affairs. That’s probably a blessing for you.”
Li Yuer smiled.
“Old Mister is right. My husband likes Worldly Smoke and Fire. Heavenly House matters truly don’t concern him. But… Old Mister, I have a question. I wonder if you could help me understand?”
“Oh? Speak freely. This old bone may be worn out, but as for moving my lips, I’ve never feared anyone.”
Old Mister smiled kindly, and Li Yuer smiled warmly as well.
They seemed to be competing to see whose smile was brighter, laughing wholeheartedly.
Watching this, Xu Ping’an felt a tingling sensation on his scalp.
“Old Mister, since Heavenly House affairs are also worldly affairs…”
“Since they are affairs of the world, if Heavenly House has troubles, it will inevitably affect the world. And this world belongs to the common people. With all the smoke and dust of everyday life, it’s probably impossible to avoid this calamity. May I ask, Old Mister, if that is so, how should my husband conduct himself?”
“Heh, that question… if this old man were to answer, it would be difficult. To untie a knot, one must first tie the knot. The answer you want, I can’t give.”
Old Mister smiled, but his eyes meaningfully shifted toward Xu Ping’an.
At the same time, Li Yuer’s gaze also turned toward her husband.
Xu Ping’an was about to grab a handful of melon seeds, watching this big fox and little fox play at chatting like a strange tale, when suddenly the fire burned toward himself, and he was momentarily stunned.
But before he could react, Li Yuer stepped forward, looping her arm around his, lifting her eyes slightly with a hint of hope and plea.
“Husband, would you be willing to enlighten Yuer?”