Esper X Family – Chapter 2 – Holy Moly, Found Family

Ye Yao was seriously beginning to suspect that there was a glitch in this world.

She hadn’t even left the starter town yet, and she was already being confronted by a max-level Hero.

Bro, this is scary.

The Director patted Ye Yao’s back, signaling her to step forward.

“Ye Yao, these are Mr. Lou Wei and Ms. Xiao Jing. Say hello to your future parents. From now on, you’ll be a family.”

Ye Yao turned to look at the Director.

【The Director is genuinely happy for you to have a family and sincerely wishes you well.】

Alright.

Looks like the Director didn’t know the full story.

Ye Yao really wanted to shake her head and refuse.

But judging from the information displayed above Lou Wei and Xiao Jing’s heads, refusing probably wouldn’t change the outcome.

Their backgrounds seemed alarmingly important.

They were behemoths at the national level.

“Hello…”

Ye Yao could only let out a soft, timid voice, like a shy and introverted little animal.

In her previous life, she hadn’t been part of any elite class.

She had absolutely no confidence when faced with such incomprehensible figures.

There was one saying Ye Yao agreed with:

When people suspect that you have the power to destroy the world, you’d better actually have that power.

Xiao Jing nudged Lou Wei with her elbow, speaking with dissatisfaction.

“Stop looking so serious. You’re scaring her…”

“…”

Lou Wei had no choice but to temporarily withdraw his scrutinizing gaze.

No matter how he looked at her, she was just a weak little girl.

How could she possibly have the power to destroy the world?

But the Prophet’s prophecies had never been wrong before.

Perhaps that power was just dormant.

“Don’t be afraid.”

Xiao Jing took a step forward and crouched down in front of Ye Yao, meeting her at eye level.

Her smile was gentle and natural, without a hint of insincerity.

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“Hello, Ye Yao. I’ll be your mom. Would you like to become a family with us?”

Ye Yao couldn’t help but scoff internally.

Mom?

I don’t play Valorant. How can I possibly consider someone I just met as my mom?

Don’t think you can do whatever you want just because you’re being gentle!

Just then.

A voice echoed in Ye Yao’s mind.

【Target character detected. The Found Family System ¹ the system is called 拼好家(拼 = put together, 好 = good, 家 = home/family, roughly translates to ‘putting together a good family’), its a reference to 拼好饭(roughly translates to ‘putting together good meals), a food takeout option in China (specifically 美团Meituan) where you can have your orders delivered together with other people’s orders to save money. is further activated. This system is dedicated to creating a harmonious and beautiful family environment. Building a good relationship with your family will grant you corresponding rewards.】

Found… what?

What kind of abstract system is this?

【Main attribute panel activated:

Mental Power: 5

Strength: 5

Stamina: 5

Agility: 5】

【Xiao Jing is troubled about how to build a good relationship with you. If you call her ‘Mom’, she will be very happy, and the Host will receive 5 attribute points as a reward.】

Ye Yao’s eyes lit up.

Well then!

There’s only one answer!

“Mom!”

Without hesitation, Ye Yao threw herself into Xiao Jing’s arms.

All her wariness and caution were cast aside.

The joy and excitement in that “Mom!” were completely genuine.

Ye Yao had made up her mind.

From today onwards, she will be the iron-blooded family hero!

So what if she’s my foster mother?

Watch how I use my exquisite character model to turn her into a daughter-con!

Although Ye Yao had never raised a daughter, she had consumed enough anime and novels to know the drill.

It’s time to put theory into practice!

“Huh…?”

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Xiao Jing was stunned.

Progressing this fast?

Logically, a shy child wouldn’t open up to someone so quickly.

The information from headquarters was very detailed.

Ye Yao didn’t like interacting with others.

She spent most of her time staying in her room, lost in thought.

Compared to the other kids in the orphanage, it was like she was from another world.

Based on this, her personality was likely introverted, shy, and possibly even autistic.

Before coming here, Xiao Jing had already prepared herself for a gentle approach and a protracted battle.

But… was it really this easy?

Could she really have a natural talent for being a mom?

Xiao Jing, who had never raised a daughter, couldn’t help but wonder.

Although she didn’t know what was going on, the result was good.

Xiao Jing tried to suppress her joy, but the corners of her mouth kept curling upwards.

She hugged Ye Yao back, her voice gentle.

“Mhm! Mommy’s here. From now on, you’re my daughter~ I won’t let anyone hurt you.”

At this moment.

Xiao Jing’s protective instinct towards Ye Yao was stimulated to its peak.

“Sigh…”

Lou Wei shook his head and sighed inwardly.

Women’s easily overflowing maternal instincts could cloud their judgment.

The target’s appearance was indeed deceptive.

Not only was Xiao Jing unable to suppress her smile.

Even Ye Yao, who was nestled in Xiao Jing’s arms, couldn’t suppress her own smile.

【Established initial friendly relationship with the target character. Reward: 5 attribute points.】

Yay!

What she thought was going to be a useless protagonist style ² Stories where the main character is weak but uses smarts to navigate around. Mind reader mcs usually fall in this category. turned out to be a stat allocation style.

She now felt more confident.

Even the unease in her heart had lessened considerably.

Seeing this scene, the Director smiled warmly.

“Ye Yao really likes you. That puts my mind at ease.”

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Despite the reluctance in her heart, she was still genuinely happy.

The adoption procedure went smoothly.

The relevant authorities had already prepared everything before arriving.

There were no obstacles to adopting a girl from an ordinary orphanage.

And so, Ye Yao walked out of the orphanage gate, holding Xiao Jing’s hand.

Lou Wei and Xiao Jing had come in a small car.

Ye Yao was led to the back seat, already looking forward to her new life.

Xiao Jing placed her hand on Ye Yao’s head, gently stroking it, seemingly enjoying the joy of raising a daughter for the first time.

Especially such an adorable white-haired little girl, one can’t help but nuzzle her endlessly.

Like a small animal.

It was truly a magical experience.

Becoming her mother like this is such a blessing~

Xiao Jing’s maternal instincts continued to overflow.

Fortunately, she wasn’t an ordinary person, so she wouldn’t be charmed by appearances for too long.

Xiao Jing restrained the urge to hug Ye Yao tightly and said, “We’re heading home now. We’ve prepared your daily necessities at home. If you need anything else, just let us know.”

“Thank you, Mom.”

Ye Yao spoke this “Mom” without any resistance.

After all, the reward was already in hand.

It was just a little embarrassing.

Deep down, she was still an adult.

What was the difference between this and a certain shinigami detective acting cute in a child’s voice ³ A reference to Case Closed or Detective Conan, the longest detective manga and anime to ever exist. The plot revolves around a genius detective who was turned into a child by a mysterious organization. The ‘Shinigami’ nickname comes from how a murder happens wherever he goes. Like, there’s a case almost every episode, and there are over 1,000 anime episodes. He didn’t just encounter one murder case a day, he encountered MULTIPLE of them every day. ?

Not to mention, she was now a girl.

The gender change made the situation even more awkward, and it would be harder to adjust.

This contrast only added to the embarrassment.

She could only overcome it gradually.

“Huu~”

Ye Yao wasn’t blindly optimistic.

Based on the information displayed above their heads.

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She had pretty much analyzed her current situation.

Even though she was defined as someone who would destroy the world in the future, the country hadn’t taken any drastic measures.

Such a gentle and discreet approach must have been the result of internal discussions.

Or perhaps even higher-level predictions and judgments.

For now, she didn’t need to worry about her life being in danger.

It all depended on what her parents wanted from her.

Thinking of this.

Ye Yao secretly glanced at Xiao Jing.

Xiao Jing was also looking at her, her eyes seemingly filled with warmth.

“Hmm? Is there something you want to say?”

“Um, I just want to look at you.”

Ye Yao’s innocent words struck the softest part of Xiao Jing’s heart.

She almost melted on the spot.

Those innocent eyes!

That soft, dependent tone!

Could anyone really resist this?

“You can look at me as much as you want. I’m not going anywhere~”

Xiao Jing’s soothing tone almost reduced Ye Yao to an embryo.

Little did she know, Ye Yao just wanted to check the stats above her head.

After the Found Family System was fully activated, she could also see her family’s attribute panels.

【Ability: Devotion ⁴ 奉献fèngxiàn means to offer something respectfully; to dedicate; to devote.

Mental Power: 1021

Strength: 152

Stamina: 172

Agility: 142】

Such exaggerated stats!

Ye Yao almost exclaimed, “Hacker!”

Although she didn’t know what these numbers represented, comparing them to her own panel showed just how vast the gap was.

If Xiao Jing was like this…

What about Lou Wei, who was known as the ‘strongest of the current era’?