Chương 60: How to Deceive a Loli
In the end, the little girl still did not disclose her purpose for seeking the female nurse.
Since she was reluctant to elaborate, Xiao Mu Yu naturally felt no inclination to pry further, and the ward once again descended into a temporary silence.
However, this time, the little girl appeared somewhat anxious and restless, occasionally shifting her legs beneath the covers, casting eager glances toward the door, hoping to see the nurse appear any moment. Yet, each time, her anticipation was met with disappointment.
Finally, this accumulation of disappointment peaked during the evening when the bearded doctor arrived for his routine check-up, ultimately transforming into intense anger.
When the little girl eagerly inquired of the bearded doctor how long it would be until the nurse on duty arrived, he nonchalantly replied, "Oh, you mean Yeli? What do you need her for? She mentioned she has a date tonight and won't be coming in."
"What… what? She's not coming?" Observing the doctor's indifferent demeanor, the little girl's suppressed shyness and embarrassment from the day finally morphed into profound anger.
Her face flushed with indignation, she accused, "What kind of hospital is this?"
With a dismissive roll of his eyes, the bearded doctor retorted, "You're quite amusing, little girl. What do you mean by 'what kind of hospital'? This is our privately owned establishment; we can do as we please. It's none of your concern! If you don't like it, leave! What's with all the fuss? Hmph! As if I care about your petty money!"
Watching the disgruntled doctor exit the ward, the little girl was left utterly stunned. She leaned weakly against her soft pillow, her gaze vacant as she stared at the ceiling, lost in thought.
"…" Casting a detached glance at the departing figure of the doctor, Xiao Mu Yu rose to close the wide-open door of the ward. He silently approached the little girl and coldly asked, "What… is the matter?"
Upon hearing Xiao Mu Yu's inquiry, little Annie mechanically turned her head to meet his gaze, forcing a strained smile upon her cherubic face. "It's… it's nothing, big brother. You needn't worry."
"…" Silently maintaining eye contact with the little girl for several seconds, and observing her reluctance to speak candidly, Xiao Mu Yu asked with a frigid expression, "Do you… need to use the restroom?"
"Ah?" The little girl stiffened, unsure how Xiao Mu Yu had guessed her predicament, momentarily at a loss for words.
Noticing her averted gaze, Xiao Mu Yu coldly stated, "The nurse is unavailable, but I can assist you."
Instantly, the little girl's face flushed with embarrassment as she stammered, "H-How could that be? Annie… Annie is already a grown-up! How could I need help with something like… using the restroom?"
"However, you are unwell," Xiao Mu Yu replied indifferently. "Those who are ill are exceptions. Your body has yet to recover, and it is entirely normal to require assistance with such matters. You need not feel disheartened or embarrassed. Allow me to share something with you: three years ago, I was severely injured and lay immobile in a hospital bed for six months. During that time, all my physiological needs were attended to by nurses, and I felt no embarrassment. Therefore, you have no reason to feel awkward about my helping you."
"But… but you're a boy!" The little girl protested, her cheeks flushed with indignation as she waved her small hands in a flustered manner. "Annie… Annie is already a grown-up! How can I possibly allow a boy to help with something like this? It's impossible!"
"Your understanding is flawed," Xiao Mu Yu replied coolly, expressing his dissent to her argument. "You must realize that illness does not discriminate. If we were to adhere to your logic, then two-thirds of nurses would be out of work, as, according to your reasoning, female patients could only be attended to by female nurses, and male patients by male nurses. However, you should know that this is not the case."
"Across the entire Valoran continent, be it Noxus or Demacia, Ionia or Piltover, nearly every hospital predominantly employs female nurses, with only a few male nurses occasionally found in larger hospitals. If we were to follow your reasoning that female nurses can only care for female patients, what then becomes of the male patients? Are they to be left to fend for themselves?" he continued coldly.
"You are a clever girl; otherwise, you wouldn't have achieved the rank of a seventh-tier magician at such a young age. Thus, I trust you can comprehend this reasoning," Xiao Mu Yu stated icily. "Why concern yourself with the gender of the caregiver? For a patient, it matters not whether the nurse is male or female; you merely need to regard me as a male nurse, so there is no reason for you to feel shy or embarrassed."
"On the contrary, if you feel embarrassment, it indicates a significant misunderstanding on your part. I believe a genius girl capable of attaining the rank of a seventh-tier magician at such a tender age should not make such an elementary mistake, which contradicts your exceptional status and superior intellect."
"If you cannot grasp this simple and straightforward reasoning, then I can only question how you became a seventh-tier magician in the first place."
Xiao Mu Yu's expression remained cold as he remarked, "Could it be that your achievement as a seventh-tier magician is not attributable to your own efforts and excellence, but rather due to some unrelated factor? Perhaps… you received a magical infusion from a certain archmage?"
"How… how could that be!" Upon realizing that her proudest accomplishment was being questioned, the little girl became visibly agitated. "Such a simple truth is beyond my comprehension? I merely… I just didn't react in time! Yes! I just didn't react quickly enough! I, Annie, am destined to become a genius of the sacred realm! How could it be that I owe my seventh-tier status to some magical infusion from an archmage? I achieved this through my own hard work and diligence!"
"…" Observing the little girl's impassioned defense with indifference, Xiao Mu Yu replied flatly, "If you understand, then that is for the best. So, do you need my assistance?"
"Gah…" The little girl stiffened once more and fell silent.
"Then, it seems you still haven't grasped it, have you?" Regarding her silence, Xiao Mu Yu seemed to have anticipated it. He merely stated coldly, "It appears that no matter how eloquently you speak, you have not comprehended what I just said… Indeed, your achievements seem to be entirely unrelated to your own abilities."
"No… how could that be?!" Upon hearing Xiao Mu Yu's skepticism, little Annie became agitated again. "Isn't it just asking for help? What's the big deal? I… I would be happy to have someone assist me!"
"…" Maintaining a cold demeanor as he regarded the little girl, Xiao Mu Yu said, "You need not put on a brave front."
"I'm not putting on a brave front!" The little girl retorted, her cheeks flushed with irritation as she stared defiantly at Xiao Mu Yu, emphasizing each word, "I! Am! Not! Struggling! At! All!"
(Hey, hey, hey… Human boy, you truly are as wicked as ever! Hahaha… Is deceiving the little girl what brings you joy? I can't fathom what you strange uncles are thinking, not even sparing such a delightful little girl! Ah, you really are a loli enthusiast! Heh heh… You're utterly shameless, you rascal! Hahaha…)
Ignoring the mocking laughter of the demon within his consciousness, Xiao Mu Yu coldly pulled back the sheets and gently lifted the little girl into his arms.
He sensed a momentary stiffness in her body as she was lifted, but ultimately, this stubborn little girl, in an attempt to demonstrate her complete understanding of Xiao Mu Yu's "reasoning," did not struggle, remaining as still as a rigid puppet in his embrace as he carried her toward the attached restroom.
However, as they drew nearer to the restroom door, the little girl's breathing grew increasingly tense and rapid.
Finally, when Xiao Mu Yu coldly pushed open the restroom door, the little girl stiffened once more, suddenly clutching at Xiao Mu Yu's clothing, exclaiming in a panic, "Wait! Wait! Big brother! Please, wait a moment!"
"…" Lowering his head in silence, Xiao Mu Yu coldly regarded the little girl, who appeared as if she were about to face a trial, and asked in a chilling tone, "What… is it now?"
The little girl hesitated, staring down for a moment before summoning her courage to look up at Xiao Mu Yu and say, "Big brother, could you… could you please close your eyes?"
(Oh? Heh heh heh… Human boy, it seems your training has not completely taken effect, as the little girl has grown shy, hahaha… Now, will you exhibit your gentlemanly demeanor and obediently heed our adorable little girl's request?)
"…" Xiao Mu Yu coldly met the little girl's gaze for a few seconds before asking, "Why should I close my eyes?"
"Uh… well…" The little girl faltered, clearly unsure how to respond to Xiao Mu Yu's question. After all, admitting her feelings would imply that she had not truly grasped the reasoning he had presented.
In other words, it would mean she was not as formidable as she believed, and her achievements had no correlation to her efforts or talent?
What… nonsense! The little girl thought indignantly, having already experienced enough of this doubt from those ignorant little brats back home. She had ventured out to prove her abilities; how could she now face such scrutiny?
I am Annie! Annie von Einzbern Hattas!
A future genius destined for the sacred realm! How could I falter in the face of such trivial setbacks?
Ultimately, the little girl puffed up her cheeks and met Xiao Mu Yu's gaze, declaring, "It's fine! Big brother, you don't need to close your eyes anymore."
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