Demon hunter's Cooking Manual-Chapter 1118 - 80: Lure!

Lady?

The person before her wore a mask resembling that of a fox, and her attire leaned towards that of a male Swordsman, yet her figure possessed unmistakably female characteristics.

Viewed from the side, she presented a ridge; glimpsed from an angle, a peak.

Almost subconsciously, Hu Qiandai lowered her head, and then—

Defeated!

Utterly vanquished!

A sense of life’s defeat and frustration plunged Hu Qiandai momentarily into existential gloom.

However, Hu Qiandai quickly came back to her senses.

"Who are you?"

The excellent upbringing of the Uesugi Family allowed Hu Qiandai to maintain her composure at this time.

Of course, what’s more important was that Hu Qiandai confirmed that the person before her harboured no ill intent for the time being.

If there really was ill intent?

Even if her strength far surpassed Hu Qiandai’s.

She would not submit.

"I’m sorry."

To her surprise, the lady opposite bowed deeply after Hu Qiandai spoke.

That left Hu Qiandai stunned.

She blinked, attempting to control her gaze to focus on the fox mask, rather than being drawn to other trifling distractions.

"I am sorry for what has befallen the Uesugi Family."

"Though I have been doing my utmost to pursue that individual."

"But, I didn’t expect her to act so swiftly."

"I’m truly sorry!"

As she spoke, the lady who had bowed, knelt on the ground.

This deepened Hu Qiandai’s confusion.

It wasn’t that she couldn’t comprehend the words of the lady before her. From the lady’s words, Hu Qiandai concluded that what had happened to the Uesugi Family was indeed connected to the person the lady was pursuing.

She understood that.

She understood the lady’s remorse.

However, the lady’s actions puzzled her.

First, it was the act of bringing her here.

Second, the lady’s respectful kneeling.

Although Hu Qiandai had yet to learn the lady’s identity, she witnessed her strength first-hand.

No question about it, the lady was stronger than her.

Yet such a powerful figure would apologize to her and offer profound reverences for the mishaps in pursuit.

Do people of the Inside World also hold firm belief in moral values?

For a moment, Hu Qiandai’s esteem for the lady before her soared.

The education Hu Qiandai received since childhood, although not completely shattered upon encountering the Inside World, was still drastically challenged.

She observed the strong preying on the weak.

She saw wanton slaughter.

As if strength was everything.

Those with immense power had the prerogative to decide the fate of the weak at will.

This troubled Hu Qiandai deep inside.

But she was even more aware that such discomfort, for the entirety of the Inside World, amounted to nothing.

Less than... a speck of dust.

The world is at fault, not me!

She wanted to cry out with childlike defiance.

Unfortunately, her reason told her how ridiculous such words would be, and what consequences she would face.

Most likely a death without a whole body.

Thankfully, there was Jason.

In Jason, Hu Qiandai saw not just strength, but also ’justice.’

It was the righteousness of drawing the sword to aid others.

Therefore, Hu Qiandai’s aspiration had just surged immensely.

And, she was reminded of her initial ’dream.’

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Whispering softly to herself, Hu Qiandai then smiled at the lady wearing the fox mask before her.

Now that there was Jason, and also the lady before her.

Then, why shouldn’t she join them?

Perhaps the Inside World is cruel, but complaining solves nothing.

Only by joining can one enact change.

She, firmly believed, that people are inherently good.

"Thank you."

Hu Qiandai voiced out.

The lady, still in her respectful kneeling, paused momentarily.

She had no idea what had just happened, but she knew now was not the time for inquiries.

That person’s actions were too rapid.

She must act immediately.

"Hu Qiandai, stay here. I will create a hidden, protective Barrier to keep you safe."

"Afterward, I shall return to fetch you."

As she spoke these words, the lady before her raised her hand.

Clang!

In the sound of a sword being unsheathed, a long blade appeared in the lady’s hand.

The process was lightning fast, but Hu Qiandai saw it clearly.

The long blade emerged from the lady’s fingertips.

Swords can be sealed within the fingers... no, within the body?

Hu Qiandai silently contemplated, filled with longing!

For Hu Qiandai, who adored swords, such a secret technique that merged the sword with the body was irresistibly enticing.

However, at this moment, she refrained from speaking out.

She knew all too well that such a secret technique could not be obtained through mere words.

Uttering it might also invite unnecessary trouble.

Furthermore, the education she received prevented her from making such an ’immodest’ request.

Thus, Hu Qiandai simply watched as the lady utilized the long sword to draw a circle on the ground, enveloping her within it.

Having completed this, the lady turned to leave.

At this moment, Hu Qiandai could not hold back.

"Excuse me, who are you?"

"May I have the honor of knowing your name?"

Hu Qiandai inquired.

The lady wearing the fox mask hesitated for a moment.

Conventionally, she shouldn’t disclose her name to the other party.

Yet, after what had transpired, and the pain endured by the other party, she found it difficult to refuse.

A sense of guilt prompted the lady to speak.

"Kusakabe Mi."

"That’s my name."

Having said that, Kusakabe Mi turned and walked towards the ancestral home.

"Kusakabe Mi?"

Hu Qiandai murmured the name softly, feeling as if it signified something, but she couldn’t quite grasp what it was.

Kusakabe Mi heard Hu Qiandai’s muttering but did not take it to heart.