Chapter 1021: Chapter 1020: A Little Gift for You
My name is Tsukinose Vinet April, an ordinary demon apprentice.
I have an angel friend named Gabriel. Although she’s lazy, mischievous, and a bit of a prankster, to me, she’s still an indispensable friend.
In fact, when I found out she had been swept into the death game, I was very worried.
I once asked Raphael if there was any way to get Little Jia out of that horrid death game, but Raphael just helplessly told me that they were merely apprentices and didn’t have that kind of authority. However, aside from that, I also learned from Raphael that even within that death game, Little Jia was trying her best to help other players and save them.
Indeed, despite her lazy appearance, she’s truly an angel.
But all we could do was wait.
Until that day, two years later.
When I learned that Little Jia had returned safely from that death game, I was extremely happy. Although upon her return, Little Jia was still the same, always finding excuses to skip class and too lazy to tidy up, it just made me ever more happy, because she was still the same old Little Jia, unchanged.
That’s what I’ve always thought.
Until the day I opened the door and saw Little Jia, draped in a bath towel, pinning a man on the bed.
"Li...Little Jia... what are you two...?"
The short-haired girl with a pale face widened her eyes, glancing between Fang Zheng and Gabriel.
For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.
"Vena! Ah... this is..."
Seeing the dumbfounded girl standing at the door, Gabriel was startled and hurriedly jumped up, frantically waving her hands.
"This is not what you think, he suddenly attacked me... ahhhhh!!"
However, before Gabriel could finish her words, Fang Zheng twisted her ear.
"What did you say? Say it again, I attacked you? Please don’t insult my taste, okay? I’d rather find a monkey than be with a top-up hog like you... go put on some clothes!"
"Tch..."
Hearing Fang Zheng’s words, Gabriel pouted before obediently returning to the bathroom. Fang Zheng also straightened his clothes, then stood up from the bed, walked to the girl, and nodded at her with a smile.
"Sorry you had to see that embarrassing side..."
"Ah, it’s nothing, nothing..."
The girl hastily waved her hand, then curiously glanced at the neatly cleaned room behind Fang Zheng.
"May I ask, you are Little Jia’s...?"
"I’m Fang Zheng, the president of Gabriel’s guild in the game."
"Oh... so it’s you..."
Hearing this, the short-haired girl seemed to realize something, her eyes instantly brightened. Then, she bowed her head respectfully to Fang Zheng.
"I am Tsukinose Vinet April, a friend of Little Jia... Gabriel, thank you for looking after her in the game..."
"It was nothing, although her habits and personality are somewhat problematic, she did help us a lot in battle."
Fang Zheng waved his hand, then glanced around.
"I didn’t expect her to be this lazy in the real world..."
"Uh... actually, Little Jia wasn’t like this before..."
Hearing Fang Zheng’s sentiment, Vina’s face turned slightly red, as she explained in a low voice... Of course, her tone lacked any real conviction.
"So, what brings you here?"
At that moment, Gabriel, having changed her clothes, finally came out again, glaring at Fang Zheng.
"You didn’t come here just to make me do forced labor, did you?"
"Of course not, who knew your place would be as messy as a pigsty?"
Faced with Gabriel’s complaint, Fang Zheng raised an eyebrow, then reached out, taking out several AR devices and invitations from the briefcase beside him.
"What’s this...?"
"An invitation to the celebration for the defeat of the 100th-floor boss of the Palace of Red Jade, remember? Before the final battle, we agreed we’d have a big party after coming out. I haven’t had the time until now, but now everything’s settled, it’s time for everyone to get together."
As he spoke, Fang Zheng handed the invitation to Gabriel.
"You can bring family or friends, since it’s not a formal banquet, I’m not requiring formal wear... but at least dress like a human being."
"Leave it to me, Mr. Fang Zheng."
Hearing this, Vinet immediately stepped forward.
"I’ll make sure Little Jia is dressed beautifully!"
"I’ll count on you then, you’re welcome to join if you have the time."
Hearing Vinet’s words, Fang Zheng smiled, then handed her the other box he was holding.
"What’s this?"
"Our new product from CC Corp., essentially a substitute for a complete stealth device, though unlike a complete stealth device, it only enhances visuals, achieving goals through augmented reality. Inside is also a trial version of the new game we’re developing at CC Corp., you can write down your thoughts and opinions after playing."
"A game!?"
Hearing this, Gabriel, who was previously disinterested, immediately grabbed the AR device from Fang Zheng’s hand, opened it, and impatiently put it on. She was quickly fascinated by the AR device, wandering around the room, ignoring Vinet and Fang Zheng.
Seeing this scene, Fang Zheng merely shrugged his shoulders, bid the two of them farewell, then turned and left. Watching Fang Zheng leave, Vinet hurriedly saw him out.
"I’m really sorry, Mr. Fang Zheng, Little Jia she..."
"It’s fine, I’ve known what she’s like after two years of dealing with her."
Looking at Vinet’s apologetic expression, Fang Zheng smiled wryly and waved his hand, then seemed to think of something, rolling his eyes.
"By the way, Gabriel being this way... hasn’t it been going on for a while? Have you never thought of making her change? At least tidy up her own room."
"I’ve told her a few times, but Little Jia just won’t listen..."
Hearing Fang Zheng’s inquiry, Vinet sighed helplessly. Clearly, it was a pain for her too. Hearing Vinet’s words, the corners of Fang Zheng’s mouth curled up slightly, then he reached into his pocket and pulled out a black device resembling a car remote.
"Then, take this. If Gabriel continues to be lazy, use this to punish her."
"What’s this?"
"A good thing."
Fang Zheng smiled and winked at Vinet.
"Just press it, and Gabriel’s home internet will be completely disconnected... I’d like to see what’s more important, internet or being lazy..."
Hearing this, Vinet’s eyes lit up as she took the remote from Fang Zheng.
"Will this... really work?"
"Of course, and as long as it’s placed in the room, it will automatically detect the level of clutter in the entire room. If Gabriel’s room turns into a garbage dump again, not only internet, but she won’t even be able to turn on the computer... hehe, I think this will be a good punishment for her."
"Exactly right..."
Holding the remote in her hand, Vinet also showed a devilish smile.
"With this, Little Jia will definitely not be lazy anymore!"
As they spoke, the two exchanged glances and laughed sinisterly like devils.
And at this moment, Gabriel knew nothing of this...