Télécharger l’application
46.15% The little gluttonous child needs to eat / Chapter 6: Chapter 6 - The Gu Family, the Big Villa

Chapitre 6: Chapter 6 - The Gu Family, the Big Villa

Inside the extended Rolls-Royce limousine.

"You're my mom's little benefactor?"

"Isn't this too small? Are you four years old? Still drinking milk?"

Gu Yu curiously observed the little girl sitting with her legs swinging in her seat, chatting endlessly without stopping.

Before coming here, he hadn't expected that the little benefactor his mom spoke of would be this small. Could it be a mistake?

"I'm not four, but I've been weaned."

Yao Yao frowned. This big brother was being impolite. Babies who can't walk haven't weaned yet. She was almost four years old, how could she not have weaned?

She pressed her chubby little hand to her mouth. "This is the last question. If you ask me again, I won't answer."

Gu Yu was completely charmed by this little milk doll who not only ignored him but also gave a warning in advance. He was afraid she wasn't joking, so he unexpectedly didn't ask again.

Gu Xuesong, witnessing the scene, was also a bit surprised. No one in the family could silence his son's chatter, but this little girl had done it.

"Sorry to trouble you for coming along. The main reason is that my wife wants to thank you in person. If there's anything you want, you can say it now."

Gu Xuesong's face showed some apology.

It hadn't taken him long to find the person, or rather, he hadn't searched at all. He had arrived at the bridge following his wife's directions, and the little girl had just found her way over.

"I'm a bit hungry. Can I have something to eat?"

Yao Yao's eyes immediately lit up when she heard she could ask for something. She rubbed her little tummy, which had shrunk from hunger.

She hadn't eaten for four hours. If she didn't eat something soon, she wouldn't be able to deal with that fierce ghost later.

"Sorry, this child... has a big appetite and can't stand being hungry!"

Qing Yun saw Gu Xuesong frozen and awkwardly scratched his head. He quickly gestured to his young apprentice.

The man looked like a big spender who wouldn't lack money. This was a golden opportunity to ask for something. Why not ask for a few thousand or even tens of thousands? What's a snack worth?

Yao Yao didn't understand his gestures at all. Her shiny black eyes blinked, full of seriousness and hunger.

Gu Xuesong, however, was in a dilemma. He didn't have any food in the car, and the car was currently in a secluded location with no shops nearby. For a moment, he didn't know where to go to get something.

"If you're hungry, why didn't you say so earlier? I have some snacks in my bag."

At that moment, as the adults stared blankly at each other, Gu Yu, who had been trying to keep quiet, couldn't hold back anymore.

He had returned to the company from a business trip and hadn't even sat down before rushing back. Of course, he had brought his bag with him.

He always bought snacks during his trips, and seeing the little girl hungry, he quickly rummaged through his bag.

Chips, cheese sticks, dried mangoes, Wangzai milk...

The bag was small, but it had quite a few items inside.

"Little benefactor, these are for you! If they're not enough, I have more at home. You can have them all when we go back."

Gu Yu eagerly tore open a pack of chips and offered it to her.

Yao Yao sniffed the air, her eyes immediately lighting up. She had never had chips before, but the smell was so tempting that she knew they would taste great.

At that moment, she completely forgot about the harsh words she had just spoken. She quickly grabbed a golden chip with her chubby little hand and put it in her mouth.

It was crispy, with a rich tomato flavor.

Gu Yu, seeing her munching happily, quickly opened a can of Wangzai milk, its milky aroma making everyone's mouth water.

This little brother was nice. She decided to forgive him. After all, her master had always said that one should forgive when they could.

With that, Yao Yao continued munching chips and drinking milk, her little eyebrows lifting in satisfaction.

"Not bad." Gu Xuesong couldn't help but praise his son for the rare occasion.

Just then, his phone suddenly rang. He glanced at the screen. The number was from the villa.

Gu Xuesong's expression froze for a moment before he quickly answered.

"Sir, something seems to be wrong with Madam's room. She was quite scared. You should come back quickly."

The voice on the other end of the phone was from the housekeeper. Hearing about the problem at home, Gu Xuesong instinctively tightened his grip on the phone.

"Take good care of her. We'll be back soon."

Gu Xuesong forced himself to calm down. After giving some instructions to the housekeeper, he hung up the phone and turned to the driver to speed up.

"What happened at home?" Gu Yu asked, noticing the change in his father's expression. A bad feeling suddenly formed in his heart.

Gu Xuesong shook his head.

He wasn't sure what was going on. His wife hadn't given him any details, but at least he could confirm that she wasn't in serious danger.

The father and son fell into an unusual silence, both wondering what was going on today. First, there had been the car accident, and now there was something happening at home. They were both atheists; otherwise, they might think they had disturbed something unclean.

"You don't need to worry. It won't come after us right away today," Yao Yao suddenly spoke out of the blue, causing both of them to look over at her.

"Little benefactor, what do you mean by 'coming after us'?"

Gu Yu furrowed his brow. He understood each word, but when they came together, he didn't quite get it. Gu Xuesong was likely in the same state.

Yao Yao took a sip of Wangzai milk, swallowed it, then looked at them in confusion.

"You don't know? The thing that's been haunting Aunt Chen, it just went to your house, which is why something happened!"

"But the talisman I gave her worked. It ran away."

She had come here today to catch it herself.

She wasn't afraid the ghost wouldn't appear. The reason ghosts existed was due to the unresolved obsession they had when they died.

It had attached itself to Chen Hui, and only by killing her could its obsession be released and the karma resolved.

Gu Yu: ...

Gu Xuesong: ...

Hearing this little girl's words, their first reaction was disbelief.

How could there be ghosts in this world?

But this thought wasn't as firm as before. After all, they couldn't find any reason why she would lie to them.

Money? She had already saved their family once. If she wanted money, she could ask openly. Would they not give her some? So, there was absolutely no need for her to lie.

At this moment, both of them felt that something was beginning to collapse!

*

The car quickly arrived at the villa, where the housekeeper had been waiting at the entrance. She hurried forward.

"Where's Madam?"

After Gu Xuesong got out of the car, he directly asked about the unclear situation from the phone call.

"She's in the bedroom, with Xiao Ying keeping her company."

"Okay." Gu Xuesong nodded and turned around.

"Truly a well-known wealthy businessman in Beijing. It's so luxurious!"

Qing Yun couldn't help but exclaim when he saw the enormous villa. He tugged at his faded Taoist robe, looking a little awkward.

At this moment, Yao Yao had also stepped out of the car. She looked at the massive villa, and a flash of envy passed through her big eyes. She had heard her master say that the rich all lived in big villas, and now she could see it was true!

Such a big house, she wondered how many delicious foods could be exchanged for it.

The thought crossed her mind for just a second.

But Yao Yao didn't forget the main reason for coming here. She walked straight towards the villa.

The others quickly followed, clearly deferring to her.

"This…" The housekeeper stared wide-eyed. She never expected that Mr. Gu would come back with a child—pure and clean, very cute—but she was also shocked by her own thoughts!

How could Mr. Gu listen to a little kid?

The car quickly arrived at the mansion, and the housekeeper had already been waiting at the entrance. She hurried over.

"Where's Madam?"

After getting out of the car, Guo Xuesong immediately asked about the situation that hadn't been clarified on the phone.

"She's in the bedroom, Xiao Ying has been with her all along."

"Alright." Guo Xuesong nodded. He turned and said, "Truly impressive, this is a mansion worthy of one of Beijing's wealthiest merchants."

Qingyun couldn't help but widen his eyes as he looked at the large mansion. He tugged at his faded Daoist robe, looking a bit awkward.

At that moment, Yao Yao also got out of the car. She glanced at the massive mansion, and a flicker of envy passed through her big eyes. She had heard her master mention that wealthy people lived in big mansions, and now she saw it was true!

Such a big house—she couldn't help but wonder how much delicious food could be exchanged for a house like that.

This fleeting thought flashed through her mind.

Yao Yao hadn't forgotten the reason she came. She stepped forward and walked straight toward the mansion.

The others hurried to follow, and it was clear that they were treating her as the leader of this situation.

"This..." The housekeeper's eyes widened in surprise. She never expected that when Mr. Guo went out, he would return with a child—so clean and adorable.

At the same time, she was surprised by her own thoughts. How could Mr. Guo be listening to a little child?

[--------------------------------------------]

Enjoyed the chapter?

If you want early access to new chapters and to support the continuation of this story, consider subscribing to my Patreon. Your support means a lot and helps me bring more great content to you! 

 

Join me on Patreon Now: Patreon.com/flokixy


Chapitre 7: Chapter 7 - Exorcism

The Gu family's villa was large, winding and intricate. It was difficult to find the rooms on the first visit, but obviously, Yao Yao had no such problem—she didn't even need to calculate the path.

Chen Hui's bedroom was filled with an intense, ominous atmosphere. In her eyes, it was like a giant lightbulb, too obvious to miss.

"Does the little benefactor know the way?"

Watching the person smoothly find the room, Gu Yu was a little stunned. He was sure she had never been to their house before.

The more impossible her actions seemed, the more uneasy he felt. It only confirmed that she was not ordinary.

That made the earlier conversation in the car feel even more valid.

The moment they entered the room, Yao Yao's gaze landed on Chen Hui, who was sitting on the bed. Her face was deathly pale, her eyes full of panic.

She glanced towards the door from time to time, clearly waiting for something. As for the book in her hands? She couldn't make sense of a single word.

She had looked up out of habit, only to meet a pair of round, grape-like eyes. She froze for a moment, then immediately recognized the person.

"Little benefactor, you've finally come."

Chen Hui's entire demeanor became excited. If her legs weren't in plaster, she would have jumped out of bed by now.

It looked like she had grabbed onto a lifeline, and on the side, Gan Xiaoying was completely stunned. It seemed she hadn't expected Madam's attitude to change so drastically.

This couldn't really be blamed on Chen Hui. The events she had just experienced had completely shattered her previous worldview.

When people are on the brink of danger, their emotions are most volatile.

At this point, Gu's father and son entered the room as well, coming up to the bed.

"What's with the scarf all of a sudden?"

Gu Xuesong immediately noticed the oddity around his wife's neck and frowned.

Chen Hui's gaze shifted uncomfortably. She knew that her husband was an atheist, and this was something he might find hard to accept.

"Did you see that thing?"

Yao Yao suddenly interrupted their conversation. Chen Hui immediately nodded at the question.

"Yes, I saw it, little benefactor. What exactly is that thing…?"

She actually wanted to ask why it was clinging to her, but she understood that things had to be addressed one step at a time. Asking too many questions at once would only leave everyone unsure of which one to answer first.

"Mom, what are you talking about?"

Gu Yu was speechless. It was clear that riddles were the most annoying thing in the world, even if it was his own mother.

Gu Xuesong, however, remained calm, furrowing his brow as he listened seriously.

Yao Yao: "It's an evil spirit."

She had given Chen Hui a protective talisman, one that primarily dealt with ghosts and evil spirits.

The latter were usually animals that had transformed, often feeding on blood and the essence of life, and they didn't carry the same kind of negative energy.

Ghosts, however, were different. They had no physical form, existing purely as spirits.

The yin energy and malice in the world could nourish them, even strengthen their souls. So, ghosts with a certain amount of power could gauge their own strength based on the amount of yin energy they could absorb.

From the amount of negative energy in the room, it was clear that this thing had consumed humans.

Yao Yao actually felt relieved.

Because if it had consumed humans, it had karma attached to it.

In Taoist teachings, there was an unwritten rule: ghosts without karma could not be killed!

Once killed, one would incur the wrath of fate.

Fate was invisible and intangible, but it was very real. If one crossed the line set by the heavens, they might not even know how they died.

Yao Yao didn't understand all of this. Her own understanding was simple: ghosts who killed people could be eaten.

And the one next to Chen Hui clearly fit the bill.

Yao Yao smiled brightly, her small face beaming. She cheerfully said, "Don't worry, I can handle it!"

"Then thank you, little benefactor!"

Chen Hui had been afraid at first. After all, this was an evil spirit!

But hearing the little benefactor speak with such confidence, she immediately relaxed.

As for why she didn't doubt the other's abilities?

The power of that talisman was more than enough to prove it.

"I know you have questions, but after you see this, you won't doubt anymore."

Chen Hui glanced at the puzzled father and son, forced a smile, and then reached up to remove the scarf around her neck.

The dark purple-black bruises and strangulation marks immediately became visible!

Under the warm white light, they were especially horrifying.

Both Gu Xuesong and Gu Yu jumped to their feet, their faces turning ashen.

"Damn!"

Gu Yu's face immediately filled with anger. The marks were so shocking, he couldn't even bear to think about how much pain they must have caused.

The Gu family usually couldn't bear to see someone hurt, let alone something this severe. He was so angry that his eyes were bloodshot.

"Did it do this?"

Gu Xuesong had already started to waver on the way over.

To think his wife had been hurt so badly at home without anyone noticing, he was now even more convinced of his suspicions. After all, the Gu family's security was top-notch, and not a single person had noticed anything unusual.

Anyone capable of doing this was certainly no ordinary person.

Seeing that his wife was accepting the truth, Chen Hui nodded without hesitation. "Yes, it was the little benefactor's talisman that helped me escape, saving my life again."

Saying this, she couldn't help but feel a bit wistful. After all, anyone who was saved twice in one day would feel awkward about it.

Upon hearing his wife's admission, Gu Xuesong's calm demeanor faltered slightly, and his gaze turned to the little one in front of him.

"Thank you, little benefactor. Since you have the ability to deal with it, please help our Gu family."

"If there is anything I can do, I will never say no."

He understood that, although he was wealthy, he was still an ordinary person. When it came to dealing with ghosts and spirits, he was completely helpless.

No wonder his wife insisted on having him find someone. It seemed that the important matters were here. He couldn't help but feel relieved that he had listened to her and acted quickly. Otherwise, he would have no idea how to handle things now. He absolutely couldn't accept anyone being harmed.

"Yes, yes, if you can save my mother, I'll give you all my snacks from now on."

Gu Yu, seeing how much the little benefactor seemed to like to eat, immediately promised with a promise he thought would appeal.

And sure enough, compared to Gu Xuesong's promise, this one seemed to strike a chord.

Yao Yao patted her small chest with her chubby hand and assured them, "Leave it to me!"

Seeing her so confident, Qingyun couldn't help but feel a bit anxious.

Though he knew his young disciple was capable, they were still about to face an evil spirit. She was so young, what if something went wrong? Who would he turn to for an explanation?

But the words had already been spoken, and he didn't want to go back on them. He could only ask in a low voice, "Little girl, be honest with me. How sure are you?"

The survival of their sect depended on her, so they couldn't afford to take a rash step.

Yao Yao extended a hand and slowly opened it.

"Fifty percent?" Qingyun was so shocked, his voice faltered.

Yao Yao smiled sweetly, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "No, no, don't worry! I'm actually about 70% sure. It's just a small one, nothing to be afraid of."

Her confidence was infectious, though Qing Yun still had his reservations. He watched as she stepped toward Chen Hui, who was still seated on the bed, her face showing a mixture of fear and hope.

"I can do it, don't worry." Yao Yao's voice was soft yet firm as she addressed the Gu family. "I'll have this taken care of in no time."

Qing Yun couldn't help but shake his head slightly. Her boldness and her carefree attitude made him both anxious and impressed. He understood that she was a talented practitioner, but this situation was different—it was dangerous to face evil spirits, even if they weren't particularly powerful.

Chen Hui, who had been nervously watching, seemed to trust Yao Yao's words. She took a deep breath and nodded. "Please, little benefactor. We've been through so much already, and I'm truly scared."

Yao Yao nodded back, her face serious for a moment. Then, without further warning, she raised her hands in front of her chest, forming a series of intricate gestures with her fingers.

The room grew cold again, and a faint hum filled the air. The temperature seemed to drop even further, and the very atmosphere in the room seemed to shift, as if something was stirring beneath the surface.

Gu Yu and Gu Xuesong stood by, watching with wide eyes, as Yao Yao continued her chanting in a low, rhythmic tone. The energy in the room began to crackle as if charged with electricity, and a dark, oppressive presence seemed to press in from all sides. It was subtle at first, just a cold draft in the air, but soon, the shadowy figure of the vengeful spirit began to materialize in the corner of the room.

The misty form was like a swirling cloud of darkness, its shape constantly shifting, sometimes taking the form of twisted, gnarled limbs, and other times flickering as though it was barely holding onto its shape. It oozed malevolent energy, its presence alone enough to make the air feel thick and suffocating.

Yao Yao did not flinch, even as the mist thickened around her. Her hands continued to move in swift, precise motions, drawing symbols in the air. Her chant grew louder, more insistent. With each passing second, the spirit seemed to struggle, trying to push against her will.

But Yao Yao was resolute. She raised her hands higher, and with a final powerful motion, she slammed her palms together.

The room went silent for a split second, and then, with a sharp crack, the spirit screeched in rage as it was forced back, dissolving into a swirl of black smoke.

Chen Hui gasped as the oppressive weight that had been pressing on her chest lifted. The coldness in the room dissipated, and the atmosphere lightened. The ghost was gone.

The entire Gu family stood in stunned silence, processing what had just happened.

Chen Hui's eyes were wide with disbelief. "It's... gone?" she whispered, reaching up to touch her neck where the marks had been. The bruises and strangulation marks were no longer there, as if they had never existed.

Yao Yao grinned. "See? Nothing to worry about."

The Gu family exhaled in unison, relief flooding over them.

"You really did it!" Gu Yu exclaimed, his voice filled with awe. "You actually got rid of it!"

Gu Xuesong stepped forward, his face still pale but filled with gratitude. He bowed deeply to Yao Yao. "Little benefactor, you have saved my family. We are in your debt."

Yao Yao, however, waved it off casually. "No need to thank me. I'm just doing what I promised."

Chen Hui, still in shock, placed a hand over her heart. "You have no idea what this means to me. I don't think I could ever repay you."

"It's no trouble at all," Yao Yao said with a bright smile. "I'm just happy I could help."

As she turned to leave, Qing Yun, still observing from the side, spoke up quietly, his voice filled with admiration. "You truly are incredible. I can't believe you handled that so easily."

Yao Yao gave him a playful smile. "It's all in a day's work! Just make sure to always keep your talismans ready, and you won't have to deal with any more trouble like that."

The Gu family watched as she made her way out of the room, leaving behind only a sense of calm and an aura of mystery.

As soon as she was gone, Gu Yu turned to his father, a wide grin spreading across his face. "Dad, I told you she was amazing!"

Gu Xuesong chuckled, shaking his head. "I have to admit, I was skeptical at first, but I'll never doubt her again."

Looking at the empty doorway, Gu Xuesong sighed, feeling a sense of profound gratitude. "She's not just a little benefactor... she's a miracle worker."

Outside, Yao Yao walked alongside Qing Yun, who still seemed to be processing the entire event. She could feel his gaze on her, curious but cautious.

"Are you truly not afraid of ghosts?" Qing Yun asked after a long pause, his voice tinged with disbelief.

Yao Yao glanced up at him, her eyes full of mischief. "Afraid? What's there to be afraid of? They're just weak spirits that haven't crossed over yet."

Qing Yun was quiet for a moment, then sighed. "I wonder if the world of ghosts and spirits is as simple as you make it seem."

Yao Yao chuckled. "Of course not. But you'll learn to deal with them once you understand how they work. It's all about balance."

With that, the two of them walked off into the distance, leaving behind the Gu family in peace.

[--------------------------------------------]

Enjoyed the chapter?

If you want early access to new chapters and to support the continuation of this story, consider subscribing to my Patreon. Your support means a lot and helps me bring more great content to you! 

 

Join me on Patreon: Patreon.com/flokixy


Load failed, please RETRY

État de l’alimentation hebdomadaire

Chapitres de déverrouillage par lots

Table des matières

Options d'affichage

Arrière-plan

Police

Taille

Commentaires sur les chapitres

Écrire un avis État de lecture: C6
Échec de la publication. Veuillez réessayer
  • Qualité de l’écriture
  • Stabilité des mises à jour
  • Développement de l’histoire
  • Conception des personnages
  • Contexte du monde

Le score total 0.0

Avis posté avec succès ! Lire plus d’avis
Votez avec Power Stone
Rank 200+ Classement de puissance
Stone 0 Pierre de Pouvoir
signaler du contenu inapproprié
Astuce d’erreur

Signaler un abus

Commentaires de paragraphe

Connectez-vous

tip Commentaire de paragraphe

La fonction de commentaire de paragraphe est maintenant disponible sur le Web ! Déplacez la souris sur n’importe quel paragraphe et cliquez sur l’icône pour ajouter votre commentaire.

De plus, vous pouvez toujours l’activer/désactiver dans les paramètres.

OK