Esper X Family – Chapter 490 – Lou Wei: Sorry

The earth-shattering events of yesterday had undoubtedly spawned a large number of metaslaves.

People are generally drawn to strength.

Especially when that strength belongs to someone who has accomplished something truly great.

Soloing an alien enemy, how is that not overpowered?

One could only say that Mo Qiuli’s current popularity was well deserved, a reward for her victory over a powerful foe.

This had nothing to do with age or appearance, as the results spoke for themselves.

It wasn’t just Mo Qiuli. Luo Jianhua, Fang Tang, and even little Wu Mi had gained considerable popularity.

After all, they had all appeared on Sen Tong’s light screen.

Still, compared to Mo Qiuli’s popularity, they were slightly inferior.

No matter how you looked at it, the feat of soloing an alien enemy was just too hardcore.

Among the loli group, only Ye Yao could outshine her.

Of course, Luo Jianhua didn’t care about such popularity at all. Compared to her own online reputation, she was far more concerned with Ye Yao’s.

For example, she kept looking online to see netizens praising Ye Yao today.

Seeing Ye Yao praised by strangers made Luo Jianhua feel as though she herself was being praised.

She was filled with pride and joy.

For a moment, she nearly blurted out immaturely:

See? That’s my Sister, she’s just that amazing!

Fortunately, she held back.

“Come to think of it, even after such a huge event, it doesn’t seem to have affected Sister’s daily life much.”

“That’s because I have a good mindset~”

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Normally, having one’s personal information doxxed to the world would cause anxiety, a fear of being harassed.

But in this world, there was nothing that could make Ye Yao feel anxious.

And the Countermeasures Bureau was the ultimate demon lord bodyguard. Who would dare harass her?

As for interpersonal relationships, there was even less to say.

Ye Yao hadn’t made many friends inside the Bureau.

She spent every day within the small circle formed by Luo Jianhua and the others.

That left only Tang Lulu, a fringe loli.

Tang Lulu had also been shocked when she learned Ye Yao’s true identity. She had never imagined that her friend was such an important figure.

But Tang Lulu’s ability to accept things was unusually strong.

After learning the truth, she only cautiously asked, “Can we still play games together?”

After receiving Ye Yao’s firm reply, “Of course we can. The Gaming League is unbreakable!” she was reassured.

See?

The thoughts of good girls are pure, without any trace of self-interest or ulterior motives.

Ye Yao almost became a lolicon.

Just then, a phone call came in.

Ye Yao looked and saw that it was Mama Xiao Jing.

She blinked and instantly understood everything.

It’s here!

The Countermeasures Bureau’s response!

Of course, Xiao Jing was probably on her side. The Bureau likely wouldn’t act tough. The so-called response would probably just be an apology and compensation.

For Ye Yao, it was merely a formality.

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“Mom, I miss you.”

As soon as Ye Yao answered, she threw out a direct remark, making no effort to hide her attachment.

Xiao Jing’s gentle voice reached her ears.

“I miss you too. Your father and I are at the Bureau’s headquarters. Come out and have a meal with us. Bring Little Luo along. We’ll tell you everything you want to know.”

Ye Yao blinked.

“How are the Dayu— how are Father’s injuries? He looked like he took a real beating yesterday.”

“Mm. He’s useless in other areas, but when it comes to endurance, there’s no question about it. He was mostly fine after waking up. Honestly, I don’t think Ye Ge hit him hard enough. She should’ve landed a few more blows.”

Lou Wei was standing beside Xiao Jing, not daring to utter a single word of rebuttal.

To be honest, he couldn’t completely disagree with Xiao Jing.

After waking from his coma, he was somewhat surprised to find his body still intact.

He would’ve accepted missing an arm or a leg.

Based on the All-Knowing Demon Eye’s assessment of Ye Ge at the time, it did seem like she had gone easy on him.

“I see… I’m relieved Father is okay.”

Although she said that, Ye Yao was mentally prepared to craft an even more unstoppable combo next time.

All the frustration she felt in games would be paid back in reality!

“So, are you here now? Little Luo and I will come find you.”

“No need. Just wait in the dormitory. We’ll come to you.”

The call ended.

Ye Yao glanced at Luo Jianhua.

“Get ready. We’re going out to have a family dinner soon.”

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“Mm-hmm”

A while later.

Xiao Jing and Lou Wei didn’t keep them waiting long.

When Ye Yao opened the door, the familiar man and woman came into view.

Xiao Jing’s expression remained as gentle as ever, her warmth undiminished, her eyes still full of concern and love for Ye Yao.

Lou Wei, in some ways, also seemed unchanged.

Setting aside his eternally unchanged appearance, he was still an iron man.

Now that their identities were exposed, he even carried a slight air of formality.

It was as if he wasn’t here as a “Father” but as “Lou Wei, S-rank Esper of the Countermeasures Bureau”.

Fortunately, Xiao Jing promptly elbowed him.

After taking that elbow, the formality around Lou Wei slowly faded, and he returned to his previous state.

It was clear just how nervous he was.

Ye Yao found it hard to keep a straight face when she watched him take that elbow without changing his expression.

Xiao Jing immediately embraced Ye Yao and Luo Jianhua, expressing her longing and affection.

“Seeing you two doing well lately puts my mind at ease.”

Ye Yao gently rubbed her cheek against Xiao Jing’s.

“Mom’s embrace is still so warm… I feel relieved now.”

After releasing the hug, Ye Yao looked over at Lou Wei.

“Father, are we still family?”

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“As long as you want us to be, we always will be.”

Lou Wei certainly wouldn’t deny it.

If he hesitated at this moment, he wouldn’t just be a robotic human. He would be an actual fake human.

Since Ye Yao had shown a desire to maintain this relationship, he couldn’t afford to act hesitant.

After all, Ye Yao had been adopted through proper procedures. Their father-daughter relationship wasn’t just an empty title.

If he showed any inclination to cut ties, he would probably be beaten into a bloody mist by Ye Ge.

Ye Yao let out a breath and smiled with relief.

“I was worried Father might feel guilty and take the initiative to break things off. After all, Father doesn’t seem qualified at all. He clearly has no idea how to raise a daughter. If he got it into his head to leave this family, I’d be really angry.”

Hearing this, Lou Wei broke into a cold sweat.

Perhaps because Ye Yao had synchronized with Ye Tong’s memory, the little one’s words seemed to have more thorns than before, her aggression having increased by more than just a little.

If the oblivious Ye Yao from before had given off a harmless vibe.

Now, she had unlocked the “hiss” skill.

One had to say that Ye Tong was truly Ye Yao’s offshoot.

The traits that appeared in Ye Tong would inevitably appear in Ye Yao as well.

“Sorry.”

Lou Wei could only apologize.

Author Note

I’ve found a pineapple substitute! I love these affordable and convenient fruits. Mangoes look good too, but the thought of peeling them drains my energy.

Text: I’m a dummy