Chapter 2- I want my peaceful life back!

The sound of chains being dragged echoed in Minglan's ears. She occasionally glanced back at the small figure following before finally tugging her boyfriend's sleeve. "Is this really necessary?" She pointed at the thick chains bounding two delicate small wrists with a frown. The metal ball at the end rolled, following the little loli's movements.

"Her energy is a little high. She might affect living people in this case. Didn't you see her shut down the elevator? It would be dangerous if I didn't come on time." The man explained while his eyes darted back and forth on the racks of vegetables loaded on the row of crates.

Recalling the supernatural events she experienced in the elevator and the terrifying image of the ghost, Minglan lost her will to request the freedom of Little Loli. Mom, my heart is tired. She had to constantly deal with the ghosts' harassment. It is inevitable that her heart will be stoned when this matter comes up. "Forget it." 

The man heard her sigh full of fatigue and sent a piercing stare at the little loli.

Little Loli trembled, too afraid she would be kicked to be void again. "I'm sorry." An apology was immediately made to Minglan, and drops of tears came out.

Minglan was weak to tears, especially for young kids of little Loli's age. She immediately waved her hand and said, "It's okay." But she didn't dare get close and chose to change the topic, "Xiao Hei, I want to eat braised pork, steamed buns filled with seafood, and vermicelli noodles".

Xiao Hei immediately tossed the ingredients needed for the dishes she requested into the cart. His eyes were full of concentration, and a pair of slick, handsome hands whose fingers were like fresh bamboo shoots inspected the fruits and meat before buying them. Minglan, who only knew how to eat, was perplexed by his choices. Anyway, she was already drooling from imagining his cooking.

Her boyfriend, Xiao Hei, was very peculiar; he could cook, he could do household chores, needlework was also easy for him, he would steep tea very often, and he would make incense. He was also very smart, to the point that people would be rendered speechless. He can also do those moves in Wuxia movies, unleashing his fighting prowess. He was perfect, and the most peculiar thing was, why did he insist on being her boyfriend when she was very ordinary? Nothing was worth noting except for her face, which the aunties in the apartment describe as green tea. The aunties were very jealous of her, especially those with daughters of marriageable age.

"What would you like to pair with the noodles?" Xiao Hei's question disrupted her thoughts.

"I want beef." Mingyun replied thoughtfully, and her stomach began to rumble. It seemed that the screams and cries she made in the elevator drained her energy, and her stomach was clamoring to fill it up.

"Auntie, I want a catty of those premium beefs, and could you also give me some tofu?" Xiao Hei smiled, and the penetrating power lowered the auntie's defenses. Xiao Hei got a free one fourth catty of tofuwithout a hitch.

Mingyun was choked by his shamelessness but didn't chastise him in the end because two-thirds of the meals always ended up in her stomach. Yes, she was a pig, and Xiao Hei likes to rear pigs. He was so indulgent with her that sometimes she wondered if it was all a hoax. Anyway, this hoax could give her free food. Her face was thick as the Great Wall brightened and rubbed against Xiao Hei's arms. "Don't forget to add spicy tofu."

Xiao Hei's eyes flashed with unknown light and she pinched her rosy cheeks, saying, "Will do." He proceeded to pick some chillies on the way and checked out after the cart was full.

Little Loli watched their interactions with sadness and remembered her parents at home waiting for news about her. She lowered her head and followed them, tugging the long chains in tow. The other customers on the way couldn't see her figure and passed through her body. Her eyes became much more depressing. The constant reminder of her being dead kept flashing in her mind. She really wanted to find the man responsible for her passing, but the chains, as if doused with mysterious force, tied her, preventing her from doing another trouble.

Xiao Hei sensed her thoughts and immediately looked at her. The stare contained a foreboding warning, which made the little loli behave honestly.

After a couple of more minutes passed, Xiao pushed the cart to the counter and paid the bill. Four bags full of produce were carried effortlessly by him. Mingyun was quite guilty of eating free food and snatched a bag from him, wanting to help, but she overestimated her strength. The bag spilled its contents, tinting her cheeks in embarrassment. It seemed that aside from eating, she really was a waste. She quickly picked up the scattered ingredients and gave the bag back to Xiao Hei. "I'm sorry", she muttered, despising herself. She really wondered why Xiao Hei still lingered around her even though she was this useless.

Suddenly, something touched her forehead and left a trace of warmth. She held her forehead and traced the spot. Lifting her eyes, she met his sunglasses and slowly gazed back down until she noticed the pair of perfect lips. "Rogue", she mumbled, but her heavy thoughts started to disperse, and a smile bloomed on her face.

Her smile was so dazzling that the man was affected for a second and returned to his former countenance. "Let's go." 

Minglan followed him like a little tail, and the second tail also imitated her until they entered the car. The little loli squeezed herself into the back seat along with the bags of vegetables. It's only been a few days, and she missed eating. Her figure was in a growing phase, and she was like Minglan, a lazy pig.

"By the way, Little Loli, what do you want to eat? Minglan looked at her through the mirror and asked.

"Don't bother; I can't eat", the Little Loli sourly replied.

"Who said that ghost can't eat? Xiao Hei and I fed a few ghosts before, and they enjoyed the food and even scrambled for the leftovers." Minglan remembered the foodies in her apartment and recounted. She was also like Little Loli at first, quite doubtful, but when she witnessed Xiao Hei's cooking being able to feed the hungry ghosts whose stomachs pressed to their backs, she questioned her three views. Being with Xiao Hei was like being in another world; her mind was constantly refreshed by new discoveries, and her worldview also shattered along with her. She would not even be shocked if there was a pig learning to fly.

"I can?" The little loli was obviously very shocked and leaned closer, blinking her eyes.

Minglan leaned back. Even though the little loli was very cute in her current appearance, the scene in the elevator still lingered in her mind. What if she changes again? Mom, my heart can't take it!

Little Lolly was doused in cold water as she felt the temperature in the car drop a few degrees. She immediately rooted her back to the leather seat and scooted far away from Minglan. Still, she asked again in caution, "Really?"

Minglan patted her chest and nodded.

"Thank you." The little loli let out a small smile. This was the first time she was happy after that night, and she stifled a sob after a while.

Minglan heard her through the quiet atmosphere and looked at the man, who was concentrated on driving.

The man knew her intentions but didn't give her face: "I can't let her meet her parents. It would be a violation to our code. Tomorrow, the officer in charge of her area will arrive and she will be handed over."

Almost at the same time, the little loli flared, and even the headlights of the car became erratic. Minglan crawled into Xiao Hei's embrace and ignored her image. Mom, I want my peaceful life back! She couldn't offend both of them, and she felt like crying.