Chapter 114. The Protagonist Mortician

Chapter 114. The Protagonist Mortician

“That’s quick enough.”

Lin Nuo looked up at the sky, sensing that the [Celestial Fire] meteorite would soon fall.

He pulled out a map, estimating the explosion area after the meteorite hit based on his memories.

Clearly, they were already in that area, and Su Kexin, still groggy, was unaware that her death was imminent. In this situation, she would soon be toast.

Lin Nuo had brought Su Kexin to Hu City and, with a little trickery, successfully seized the stronghold of the alien army.

This stronghold was a defensive position that was hard to attack. Lin Nuo knew the aliens were irritable and reckless, so he sent a few people who spoke their language to ride around near their stronghold, using spirit stones to amplify their voices as they harshly berated the aliens. At first, the aliens could tolerate it, but soon the insults became unbearable. Driven by impatience and a lack of reason, they came out to fight, only to be ambushed by Lin Nuo and his crew, leading to the capture of the stronghold.

Now, he and Su Kexin, along with others, were stationed there, posing as frontline sentinels to hold off the enemies while waiting for reinforcements. He framed the situation as a noble sacrifice, saying if they could pin down the enemy at the stronghold, the folks in Hu City would be able to catch their breath and fortify their defenses, thus preventing the aliens from breaking in.

It wasn’t about holding off the enemy; it was merely preparation for the Mars hitting Earth plan.

This plan was quite clever. He had brought Su Kexin to the stronghold, without needing to do anything more than wait for the meteorite to fall and crush her.

Of course, before that, he needed to make a run for it.

For safety’s sake, he brought along the aphrodisiac he had saved from You City, the fragrant stuff he had hoarded during the last “send-off for a lady” moment.

His plan was to let her take a whiff, then she’d get drowsy and fall asleep. By the time the meteorite hit, she’d be peacefully gone.

Would she wake to find the world against her?

No way, she probably wouldn’t wake up at all.

Also, he could make his escape while she was sleeping, find a nice spot, and watch the spectacle. That would be utterly satisfying!

At noon that day, Lin Nuo went to Su Kexin’s room to have lunch with her.

“Senior Brother, it’s been quiet on the alien side recently. Do you think they’re up to something big?”

Su Kexin chewed on her fragrant rice, her sparkling big eyes fixed on Lin Nuo.

“Isn’t it better if it’s quiet? We can hold out until reinforcements arrive.”

Lin Nuo replied calmly, even adding a helping of vegetables to her bowl to show his concern.

He normally wouldn’t bother dishing out food for others, but today was different. Today was Su Kexin’s last lunch. It was like going to the execution ground; people about to face execution deserve a good meal. Today’s spread was sumptuous, filled with dishes she loved, and Lin Nuo deliberately served her. This was what one might call false kindness.

Just imagining a villain preparing a final meal for a protagonist going to the gallows, how delightful!

“Thank you, Senior Brother~”

A small gesture from Lin Nuo warmed Su Kexin’s heart, making her feel like they were a married couple sharing a harmonious meal.

“Senior Brother’s been tired lately; make sure to eat more~”

Giggling, Su Kexin picked up a big chicken leg and passed it to Lin Nuo. As a couple in harmony, one should reciprocate; if you serve me a dish, I’ll serve you one back.

It indeed made them look more like a couple.

With that thought, Su Kexin’s smile grew even sweeter.

However, Lin Nuo secretly scoffed; that little girl was too naive, utterly oblivious to the seriousness of the situation. This was her last meal, Su Kexin.

Enjoy it now—if you want to eat again, you’ll need to wait for your next life, or you could try reincarnation to take me out in another parallel world?

That would be someone else’s problem. In this world, I, Lin Nuo, am king.

“Senior Brother, do you think we look like…”

Su Kexin hesitated, wanting to say “married,” but feeling shy, worried about being mocked by Lin Nuo.

In any case, Senior Brother was willing to take her with him and said he’d protect her. Although the borderland was perilous, as long as she was with Senior Brother, all the hardships felt sweet.

“Look like what?”

“Nothing! Just, sometimes I feel like we’re family. You’re so kind.”

“Hmm, really?”

Lin Nuo chuckled to himself; definitely a naive little girl. Even on the brink of death, she couldn’t sense the danger.

Family? Who wants to be your family?

“Yeah, really kind. I’m not lying. So, Senior Brother, what do you think of me…”

Su Kexin’s voice lowered slightly. After all, it was her first time asking her admired Senior Brother for his thoughts—she was naturally nervous.

“You’re pretty good.”

“Good? Really… Senior Brother, you’re not lying, right?”

“Nope, you really are pretty good.”

“Hmm… thank you for the compliment, Senior Brother.”

Su Kexin was feeling quite happy; being deemed “pretty good” by someone like Senior Brother, who appeared icy yet had a warm heart, surely meant his true thoughts were even more favorable.

It had to be that way, no need to press further—just take it as unspoken understanding~

Lin Nuo secretly laughed again. Before Su Kexin faced her end, he’d let her eat something nice, hear some nice words, and make her death easier. The future holds no more for her.

Lin Nuo checked the time; the [Celestial Fire] meteorite had locked onto their location and was plummeting from space.

Time to act.

Lin Nuo took a small bottle from his pocket and said to Su Kexin:

“Junior Martial Sister, I have this refreshing, sweet cold water that can nourish your body.”

“Cold water? I’ve never had that before.”

Su Kexin took the small bottle Lin Nuo handed her, filled with black liquid she had never seen before.

Since it was from Senior Brother, it should taste good; let’s give it a try.

Su Kexin opened the cap, and a delightful aroma wafted up to her nose.

The fragrance was nice, but why did she suddenly feel a bit dizzy?

She unexpectedly felt sleepy. Was it because she ate too much and wanted a nap?

Let’s drink it first.

Su Kexin lifted the small bottle and downed the black cold water, finding it indeed refreshing and delicious; she couldn’t help but want more.

She gulped down the entire bottle.

With a sigh of relief, a wave of coolness washed away her inner heat.

So nice! This cold water is truly delicious.

But, oh, she was so sleepy. Was it too embarrassing to fall asleep right after a meal in front of Senior Brother?

Yet her eyelids were almost closing.

“Are you sleepy?”

“Ah, no, I’m not…”

Su Kexin was about to doze off, utterly losing her composure.

“If you’re tired, just rest.”

“Hmm…”

Su Kexin, feeling groggy, was on the verge of collapsing,

“Sorry, Senior Brother… I’m going to rest now.”

Su Kexin attempted to stand but was wobbling, unable to walk steadily.

Lin Nuo supported Su Kexin to the bed and tucked her in.

He wasn’t doing this out of kindness; it just felt like he was sending off a protagonist. Covering her up and waiting for her eyes to close—ah, he couldn’t wait for the moment the crematorium awaited her. What a delightful feeling!

Please call me the Protagonist Mortician.