The Mad Scientist’s Domesticated Little Zombie 24

Chapter 24: Kiss Me. p1

“Isn’t that just human nature?”

The little zombie had a “you have good taste” expression, his chin lifted, looking very proud and noble.

“I am the Zombie Emperor, strong and handsome. No one would dislike me. If they do, it’s their problem!”

Faced with the human’s suspected confession, the little zombie just patted Shi Changyuan’s shoulder and said in a solemn tone like an old leader, “Young man, you have great awareness. You can follow me.”

When Shi Changyuan had spoken, he had thought of many possible reactions from Lin Ling. He might blush and look away, or he might not understand at all.

He had forgotten that the great Zombie Emperor, who valued his face above all else, would only think it was natural.

Otherwise, all the dignity he maintained would be meaningless.

Shi Changyuan suddenly smiled.

How is this not a block of wood?

Let’s see when this block of wood will finally get it. Anyway, the whole block of wood is in his hands now, so there’s no need to rush.

He’s not in a hurry.

There’s still a long time.

Shi Changyuan’s eyes darkened as he told himself this in his heart.

“Alright, I’ll rely on the great Zombie Emperor.”

Shi Changyuan looked up, concealing all his emotions. He leaned closer to Lin Ling, so close that their noses were almost touching. Then, their eyes met, and his were filled with only a smile.

He whispered in Lin Ling’s ear, “Then does the great Zombie Emperor need to collect some protection fees?”

Shi Changyuan knew that his face was to Lin Ling’s liking, which was an advantage. He deliberately added a hint of seduction, which caught the little zombie off guard. His heart suddenly sped up, and he unconsciously held his breath.

“P-Protection fees?”

Lin Ling quickly took several steps back, creating a safe distance, feeling that something was strange.

After all, the words “up to no good” were clearly written on the human’s face.

But the little zombie was also tempted by the protection fees Shi Changyuan mentioned.

It sounded like a great idea to fleece Shi Changyuan for a good sum! He was protecting a human, putting in the effort. Isn’t it normal to receive some payment?

“What kind of protection fees?”

The little zombie’s tone was filled with curiosity and excitement.

“It depends on what Lingling wants.”

“Anything is fine.”

Shi Changyuan tried his best, but unfortunately, the young man before him was indeed a block of wood.

“Anything?” The little zombie let out a small gasp, his eyes sparkling. His gaze on Shi Changyuan instantly changed, as if he were looking at a fat sheep waiting to be slaughtered.

But soon, Lin Ling realized he didn’t lack anything.

The human in front of him had raised him too well; he had never been short of anything.

Money was useless to the little zombie. He had also taken stock of his supplies, which would be enough for a while after returning to City B. When he gathered his zombie army and ruled the world, he naturally wouldn’t lack anything.

At this thought, Lin Ling’s brow furrowed.

No, this is a rare opportunity. I just want to get something from Shi Changyuan, otherwise I won’t be able to sleep soundly tonight.

“Let me think about it. I’ll tell you later.”

The little zombie tried to extend the deadline for this great opportunity to fleece him.

“Alright.”

As the two chatted, they were about to head back when they heard that the argument between Miao Xue and Old Duan had finally ended. It was unclear who had won or lost, but there was one last message for them.

“Old Duan said that on the night before you leave, he wants to invite you to his place for dinner. He’s going to open a few bottles of his good wine to give you two a send-off.”

A send-off?

What a grand word!

The little zombie’s eyes widened.

Shi Changyuan seemed to know what Lin Ling was thinking. He smiled and took the initiative to explain, “The first time I went on a mission after meeting Old Duan, he also insisted on drinking with me.”

Miao Xue shrugged and also said to Lin Ling, “The apocalypse is not much different from ancient times. Once you step out of this base, you don’t know when you’ll see each other again.”

“Or perhaps, you’ll never see each other again.”

Although Lin Ling, as a member of the zombie race, didn’t have this worry, he still respected the traditions of other races.

“Okay, then we’ll be there on time.”

The end of the month arrived in a flash. There were a few light rains at the base, and the weather got colder. Even with the heating on in the house, the little zombie liked to huddle next to Shi Changyuan for warmth.

Perhaps he was truly eager to return home. Lin Ling had packed his luggage early and had also packed a lot of things.

Originally, he was a bit worried that he had too many things and that they would take up a lot of space, as everyone had to travel light. But then he saw Shi Changyuan clear out all the research equipment from his off-road vehicle, making a lot of space for Lin Ling.

“Our team will have three cars. We’ll be in one with Wu Zhou and Miao Xue. There’s still plenty of space.”

“Is Sister Miao Xue coming too?”

After half a month of Old Duan’s efforts, the higher-ups finally agreed to his request and let Miao Xue go, replacing her with someone else to protect him.

“Then will Sister Miao Xue be very unhappy?”

“How could she be?”

Shi Changyuan smiled and exposed the truth bluntly. “She can’t wait to end this bodyguard mission.”

“A defense-type ability being placed in the safest research institute is a waste of talent.”

The little zombie nodded.

Since Miao Xue was also leaving the city, Old Duan naturally invited her to the send-off party as well.

Shi Changyuan and Lin Ling had just gotten out of the elevator and were walking towards Old Duan’s residence when they saw a completely transformed Miao Xue rushing over from another direction.

The little zombie had his hands in his pockets and peeked out from behind Shi Changyuan.

“Huh, Sister Miao Xue cut her hair?”

Before, Miao Xue had shoulder-length hair and wore a pair of non-prescription glasses, instantly blending into the academic atmosphere of the research institute, where everyone was a four-eyes.

Now, she had a neat, ear-length bob. The dull, black-framed non-prescription glasses had been replaced with a pair of cool sunglasses perched on her head, and she wore a trench coat and military boots.

“How about it? Isn’t your big sister’s look cool?”

“It is!”

Lin Ling took his hands out and clapped twice, being very supportive.

“Of course. I’ve been cooped up in the research institute for a year. I’m finally free from being a lackey.”

What was even more infuriating was that Miao Xue herself had no research capabilities and was just a figurehead following Old Duan around. She had to hide her identity, which caused a lot of discussion at first, and there were always people secretly trying to trip her up.

Thinking of this, Miao Xue couldn’t help but compare herself to Lin Ling, who was also a newcomer.

Shi Changyuan protected him well.

Miao Xue felt a bit emotional, completely unaware that if someone had really been foolish enough to cause trouble, the young man in front of her would have punched them into the wall so hard they couldn’t be pulled out.

“You’re here?”

While the three were still chatting in the corridor, Professor Duan heard the commotion and opened the door from the inside.

“Come, I’ve prepared slippers for you.”

Old Duan’s home was quite spacious, with very little furniture and large gaps between them. There were handrails installed on many parts of the walls, a very special design.

“This room was renovated at the beginning of the year.”

Seeing Lin Ling’s curiosity, Miao Xue took the opportunity to explain to the two as she bent down to change her shoes. “Old Duan is getting old and always works against the clock. At that time, he was so tired he couldn’t even stand steadily, so he worked in a wheelchair.”

“Now Old Duan is used to it. It’s very convenient.”

“It is indeed very convenient.”

Lin Ling changed his slippers and looked at the wheelchair under Old Duan’s bottom, a hint of envy in his eyes.

It’s automatic. You don’t even have to control it yourself.

“Can you get me one for home too?”

The little zombie pulled on Shi Changyuan, trying to suggest it.

Looking at the playful little zombie, Shi Changyuan was a bit helpless and asked, “What does Lingling need a wheelchair for?”

“I can sit in it when I’m tired, so I don’t have to walk myself.”

Lin Ling blinked, trying to persuade Shi Changyuan with a ready-made example.

“Oh?”

Shi Changyuan smiled and pinched the little zombie’s cheek, retorting, “Does Lingling still have to walk himself every time he’s tired and sleepy?”

“Isn’t it me who carries Lingling, me who holds Lingling?”

The little zombie had a sudden realization: “That’s right!”

“I don’t need a wheelchair.”

The two didn’t lower their voices at all. Old Duan and Miao Xue, who were on the side and heard everything: …

Are young people these days so clingy when they’re in a relationship?

I can’t even look!

Old Duan, who had dedicated his life to his career, turned his back, pretending he hadn’t heard or seen anything.

“Come in and sit. Try this old man’s cooking, and I’ll open a couple of bottles of good wine for you.”

“To give you a send-off, I took half a day off to prepare for a big drunk.”

Hearing Old Duan’s words, the little zombie was reminded of when Old Duan had retired and was guarding the gate in the courtyard.

At that time, the little old man would have a few drinks every evening, then wear an old man’s undershirt and lie on the rocking chair under the big tree in the courtyard.

It seemed that after returning to work, even his daily hobby of having a small drink had to be suppressed.

Hearing Old Duan’s words, Shi Changyuan seemed to think of something. He smiled and looked at the little zombie, asking, “Can Lingling drink? Will you get drunk?”

The little zombie shook his head.

“No.”

“Oh?”

He had thought it was just bravado, and that Lin Ling would bring out his “I am the Zombie Emperor, a mere little drink is nothing” routine. But then he saw him lean close to Shi Changyuan, lower his voice, and say, “When I was still living in the courtyard, I secretly drank the little old man’s wine.”

Shi Changyuan felt Lin Ling’s warm breath in a particularly intimate place, but the person himself was completely unaware.

“Lingling even steals wine?”

“I was young and foolish.”

Lin Ling gestured as he spoke. “At that time, I drank the little old man’s entire pot. It was this much, and I was completely fine.”

“Is Lingling that amazing?”

Shi Changyuan listened to the little zombie’s account, a bit skeptical.

He knew Old Duan’s alcohol tolerance. He would basically pass out after one drink. Besides, the difference between wines was also completely different.

“You don’t believe me?”

Whether it was because the little zombie knew the human in front of him too well, or because the human’s distrustful tone was too obvious, it immediately aroused the little zombie’s competitive spirit.

Lin Ling sat at the table, picked up the wine glass in front of him, and downed it in one go.

“Good!” Old Duan on the side saw this and exclaimed in delight. “Little Shi and Little Miao, have a glass too.”

The corners of Miao Xue’s mouth twitched. She didn’t really want to drink with this group of people.

After all, judging by the situation, if all three of them got drunk, she would have to be responsible for calling people to clean up.

But with Old Duan and Shi Changyuan both having downed a glass, she could only follow the majority.

“Just one glass, to wish you a smooth journey.”

“Cheers.”

“Again, again.”

Old Duan was overjoyed to see that Shi Changyuan and Lin Ling were willing to drink with him. It was just that these two drank much faster than he did.

He had just taken a sip, squinting his eyes to enjoy the aroma of the wine in his mouth, when the young man over there had already downed two large bowls. They didn’t even play any games like finger guessing or shaking dice; they just drank straight.

The key was that these two drank wine like water. His bottle of good wine was almost empty, and the little couple’s faces hadn’t even turned red.

“No more, no more!”

After two glasses, Old Duan’s speech was a bit slurred.

“Giving this wine to you is a waste!”

“Especially you, you little brat.”

The drunk Old Duan reached out and poked Lin Ling’s nose.

“I still remember you stealing my wine when you were little! After so many years, you’re here to ruin my good wine again.”

He hadn’t expected the little zombie to really be able to hold his liquor.

Shi Changyuan clicked his tongue, a hint of regret in his tone.

“I underestimated Lingling.”

“Of course.”

The little zombie was completely unaware of Shi Changyuan’s ill intentions and was smugly holding his wine glass.

Shi Changyuan looked at the wine glass in his hand, his eyes shifted, and when one plan failed, another was born.

If the mountain will not come to me, I will go to the mountain.